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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1927
Page
4
Fragmented reader text appears to be a newspaper page with notices about Associated Press rights and a dateline January 7, 1927. It references the Chanute Tribune and Fort Scott Tribune debates on government regulation of baseball and world series involvement.
The piece critiques congressional moves to probe southern and northern elections, notes the South’s voter suppression and the North’s drive to expand turnout, and discusses regional impacts on transportation projects like the Great Lakes waterway. It mentions Kansas farmers adjusting to weather and hints at federal interest in Dr. Cook and regional advantages from improved ports.
A fragmented editorial discusses whether polar exploration warrants professional credentials and mentions Dr Cook. It notes a shift toward reserved expectations, and reflects on the public perception of explorers, shoveling snow, and editorial standards amid public interest.
The Atchison Glabe contends the United States government may become as wealthy as Henry Ford within a few years if it continues to accumulate surpluses at the current pace.
Editorial notes Hugh Fullerton’s view that basketball, invented by Dr James Naismith, is the great American game surpassing football baseball and golf. He cites its rapid spread from grade schools to pro circuits and its indoor and outdoor play, highlighting its popularity and skill demands.
A busy day in the old home town includes ponies sold on Massachusetts street and a city council appointment for a temporary policeman by Mayor Ludington. Capt. A D Searle reports securing most rights for a new A T S F railroad spur between here and De Soto, with weather delaying work. Marriage licenses issued by Judge Norton for seven couples. Mr Crandall of North Lawrence recovers from railroad disaster injuries as L P Mason lectures for Masonry.
Twenty five years ago Harry Lt Miller was chosen to fill the high school vacancy caused by the resignation of Miss Etoile B Simons Mrs Cadien will entertain the new whist club tomorrow afternoon Mr and Mrs Perry Ewing celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary last night at their home on Penn street about thirty of their friends were invited The Crisis is proving to be the popular novel at the public library Mrs C R Hare arrived today with husband Vi Ghbia moves here in spring Other Bouldin Sedaline Me are visiting sister Mrs RC Young W C Ellis spent Sunday in Expression Springs with his father F E Ellis He is getting along as rapidly as possible George Gillam left yesterday for Chicago to attend Northwestern Medical College
Nathan Straus, a New York merchant with a fortune, plans to donate a quarter of a million dollars to establish a health center in Jerusalem. He retires from business to devote himself to philanthropic work begun years ago, notably his milk for city children and the poor. He remains engaged in aiding his own race and supports municipal leaders.
Manhattan January 7 AP highlights of Abraham Lincoln life described by Justice Hopkins before Kansas State Agricultural College student assembly. He noted Lincoln rose from humble origins, educated himself, overcame a $4200 debt, and spent 15 years paying it. Suffering bred sympathy and public affection for his simple, selfless life.
Today’s events report a prison escape from the Lansing penitentiary by Wesley Harrison, 24, described as light complexioned with blue eyes, with a $50 reward for capture. Also noted is Seaboard Air Line’s first through train extension serving Florida coasts and a misaddressed lodge election in Lawrence Lodge No. 4.
WEAF and multiple networks relay a New York Symphony program featuring Mozart and Tschaikowsky. Edith Fleischer soprano and Edward Johnson tenor highlighted with Metropolitan Opera principals. Stations list include WEAF WEJL WGN KSD WCCO and many others with times across Eastern Central zones.
Local notes from Baldwin and nearby areas recount social visits and travel, including Mrs Lloyd McMillan and Miss Katherine Tay, weddings planned at Morrill, and local church events. The death of Terry of Baldwin is announced with obituaries for family members in Kansas City, Ottawa, and Cheyenne, along with remembrances of friends and neighbors.
A pasted fragment lists Mrs 20 ohler and Mrs Schellhorn visiting, with mention of Joe Burie Ida Me, Mrs Stabvin Bond, Norah Sand, Gottlieb and relatives. It notes Marvin Bond and Ellis Bead with families, dinner with Banks and Neal Jennieines, Elizabeth Dunn, and Neal Banks helping. A hospital case from December reports spine infection and brain covering infection.
A reflection on the Golden Rule guiding personal and national conduct. It argues most people are self centered, Jesus teaches us to think of others first, treat strangers with kindness, and avoid condemning others while upholding high standards for all nations.
Fragmentary OCR reads about Jürgen, Banks, Lawrence, and families visiting Walter Boyd on Sunday afternoon. Names include Mrs Tackyton, Jack, Charlotte, Guida, and Ellis Bond. Mentions of Thome, Fred Gray, and Friday events appear unclear.
Mr and Mrs Charlie Tea spent last week at Bidingeers home. Mr and Mrs Henry Montfort and Daisy Jene visited Saturday and Sunday at the Daeschert home. Mr and Mrs Wh Hahnmaier Lula and Thebng were Sunday evening guests at the Take Bidinee home. Mrs Will Murbhe spent Thursday evening at the Rover TM home while she attended the County GPOA meeting in Lawrence. Mr and Mrs Eugenes Gibler and children of Glinton spent an afternoon last week at the Bidinger home. Raab retired to herElment after a week's.
Weekend notes cover Bidineer HS basketball with players Wilson and others, detailing Saturday and Sunday actions, including a home game next day and various local figures referenced. The fragment mentions Ralpit and Ridinger households and Miss TeHat Oshoynd, with several unclear names and dates.
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