Fathers in contempt case face jail over custody dispute
Two fathers who chose jail over revealing custody details were jailed in Wyandotte County. James A. Liat served 15 months. William C. Stone reportedly saved 40 days in Fort Worth. The case involves abducted daughters, court orders, and a search for the print. Grace Angela, the daughter, was placed in an orphanage and reportedly adopted later. authorities plan a wider search as custody disputes continue.
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James A
Wyandotte
Kansas
William C. Stone
Forth Worth
Texas
Fork Worth
Cabie
Hall
Byiait
Admiral to Shanghai Observe and report conditions
The article records orders sending an admiral to Shanghai to observe and report conditions. Admiral Williams will speak on his flagship C. S. Pittsburgh now at Manila. Secretary Wilber discussed future operations and the admiral’s funding tied to policy and situation.
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Admiral Williams
China
Washins
Ot 3 Chaplain Candidate in Kansas House Race
A. J. Ross, longtime minister in Lawrence, seeks the chaplaincy for the Kansas House of Representatives at the upcoming legislative session. Ross heads the denomination in Topeka and is a delegate to the Republican national convention for McKinley.
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A. J. Ross
Lasyrence
Teper
Ross Khe
Topeka
William ‘McKinley
Dog with Rabies Suspected After Loose In Lawrence
An Acebid dog roaming Lawrence for three days bit Mrs. Roy McNamara of 400 Aniocie Oncbake Street and attacked other dogs before being killed. Officials say the animal may have rabies. Mrs. McNamara is undergoing treatment and the head will be sent to Kansas City for analysis. In a separate incident, two men suspected of robbing a woman at a Union Pacific depot near Topeka fled with 8350 in cash and two diamond rings from a freight train, but authorities recovered none of the loot and the suspects were released on request of local officials.
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Lawrenco
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Aniocie Oncbake Street
Hillen
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Dioyson
Kanas City
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Union Pacifi
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Ant
M. Gi
Ohio
Manley
Rich “Hit
Mol
Workings
Lo Lawrence
Laura Py Manley
California
Lucille Manley
Rc, Manley
Lawrence
Oak Hill Cemetery
Plymouth Congregational Church
Ugh Means
George A. Esterly
Charles Evei
A.D. Weaver
P.H. Smithmeyer
Maley
de Molay
Knights Templar
Lawrence Lodge
Openes New Repair Shop in Lawrence on Massachusetts Street
A former business returns as a shoe repair shop located in the 1000 block of Massachusetts Street in Lawrence. The operation, run by a local family, features a wire stitcher and curved needles and is housed in a space vacated by a RentalPord unit. The brother shop on West Ninth Street remains under family management.
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Kansas City
Lawrence
Ile Meldihe
West Ninth Street
Aleet
Motore announces price cut across seven Paige models
The Motore firm at 621 Mass Street today announced a price cut totaling around $100 across seven Paige models. New models include a four speed forward transmission option and two convertibles. The range now features twenty body types with six to eight cylinder options and prices from $1095 to $2798.
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Streetty
York
Guy- Autobike
Shaw
Edvara
Olf Motors-istath
Paneer Ee
VESTED CHOIR TO SING AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
The Vested Choir of forty at First Presbyterian will debut after a three week vacation tomorrow morning. Directed by D. M. Swarthout the choir will perform the hymn Let us Word of God in harmony. Miss Louse Florey will sing the solo, with a contralto solo by Mrs. Alice Monterieff from the university fine arts faculty. Organ numbers will be played by Elis Oz Wo Strattan.
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Marning
D. M. Swarthout
Imathen
Lesa
Tarmate
Louse’ Florey
School of Fine Arts
Mas
Alice Monterieff
University Fine’ Arts
Elis
Oz Wo. Strattan
Moore sentenced for murder in Upper Nebraska district court
Theodote Moore of Rossville was given a sentence today by Judge Whitcomb in district court for the murder of John Nelleson of Elgin Nebraska. Moore admitted in court that his statements to the jury were key factors in his conviction. The prosecution argued Moore killed Nelleson to steal the Nebraskan's automobile. Moore claimed self defense.
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Kana
Jane
Theodote Moore
Rossville
Inrige
George H. Whitcom
John Nelleson
Elgin Nebr
Moors
Wihiteomb
Moore
Mellenon
Shoore
Charles McWillian Evangelist Circus Speaker Promises Sermon
Charles McWillian Nebraska evangelist speaks on street corners. Promises good music and singing as part of a weekly schedule with lectures on varied topics, including a Monday night talk and alternating nightly sessions this week.
Local Holiday Visits and Family Gatherings in Eudora
Holiday visitors and family gatherings fill social pages in Eudora with relatives from Ottawa and nearby towns. Pages list multiple households hosting dinners and entertaining guests including Woodard, Westerhouse, Schultz, Zimmerman, and other local families during New Year’s celebrations, with notes on attending schools and travels to Kansas City.
Salem church women host monthly meeting and lodge officers installed
A Salem area church Women’s Missionary Society held its regular monthly meeting with Mrs Emma Schneifer presiding. Mrs Charles Goodger joined the church as a new member, and several officers were elected for 1927 at the Holy Catholic church gathering, with a reception later featuring pie and refreshments. The report also notes social visits and a lodge installation, including officers and a program followed by games and a social hour.
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Tse Dar Rebelson
Dia ‘Hottmag
Emma Schneifer
Charles Goodger
du Hoffman
Elfrieda
Dale
Louise Alesthis
Srl
Charles McPherson
Papebhabsen
ilePherson
Gaorge’ Adler
Kansas City
Hay
SendaysAuth
Louise Stadler
John Starry
Snyder
Ele Sand
Ray
Theo. Haul Anil Dnizhtee
Clark” Arid
Ugsts
Jacob
Eanes
Williamstown
Wolotk Dinney
Miherva’ Rebs’ Ka’ Lodge
Argsiden
Adame
Mary
Henrietta Schubert
Lovise Lotz
Zit
Ian
Mie Vioin
Sheldon
Nellie
Daugherty
Leota
Lil
Louise
Miss Fay
Iime
Ellig
Luhiss
Myrtle
Gall
Lawrente
Tob Patterson
LE Warley
Georg Hasisman
Financial report of association assets and distributions
Assets totaled 1 088 348 dollars on January 1 with 492 thousand dollars in cash and notes. The organization distributed 55 001 dollars in earnings to stockholders. Directors listed include A Reding, A Jy Boynton, George Foster, George Ackman, Prane Shawnee, and others.
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George
Foster
Tye Ackman
Prane
Ae Shawnee
Ee Syarbyee
Supreme Court Rulings On Public Duty And Utility Laws
Topeka Kan date 8 Supreme Court rules that payment for aiding in official duties violates policy of law. Case against J W Williamson Labette under sheriff and deputy H Calloway over a prank and other figures. Court affirms Shawnee court ruling against multiple utility firms in disputes over public service authority. city tax and state law interpretations noted.
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Kan
Supreme Court
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Labette County
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Labette Pepaty
Pat Thomas
John Shannon
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Sim- Peton
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Agaist
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Supreme’ Court
Hendren
Fragmentary entry hints at Keansgd weather and agent note
The readable fragments mention Keansgd and an agent with vague timing and duties. No clear events, dates, or names to confirm a full item.
Theatres listings critique Montmartre week
A fragmentary review notes photoplays and stage acts at Montmartre and nearby venues. It mentions Bowersock and Millon pieces, audience expectations, and a desire for better programming and publicity amid industry trends and touchpoints with Spain London and other venues.
Conrad Nosel Plays Hats and Soldiers at Theatre Return
Conrad Nosel performs in Hats and Soldiers at Theatre on Monday and Wednesday. The show features a new act by Edward Sedmwid with Chile Windsor starring opposite Nagill in the comedy sketch set.
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Chile Windsor
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Film Wants Gited By Prodi Stahl Fine Clothes
The National picture company shows a domestic drama with a stage play feel. A Manila day screening aims to bring the lyrical motion picture to audiences, featuring a vivid performance and compelling dialogue.
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Prodi Stahl
Local high school basketball roundup from Kansas City trip
A competitive basketball note details Tonga and Ottawa high schools, Kansas City trip, and regional results. It mentions O'Leary, Ramey, coach Higgin, and local teams Bend, Leavenworth, and Olathe in a sequence of game outcomes and player performances. Continuous action highlights a one point Ottawa win and varied season progress.
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eRey
Kansas City
Manual High
Lecompton Downs Vinland in high school contest
Vinland varsity fielded a team that opened with three eld goals and led by strong play from players including Hauseman and Reynolds. Lawrence Mill Elevator Company’s former manager Mr Copp was noted for his eight years of service and the milling industry’s value highlighted in the report.
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