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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1931
Page
4
Journal-World report notes a January 9 1931 item detailing a Chicago gangland murder carried out by imported talent from St Louis. The piece contrasts home talent with St Louis expertise in a high profile crime context affecting Chicago's underworld image.
The El Dorado Times notes Young Hill White preparing for a 60 day legislative marathon for 32 year olds, his first term and competing with long serving lawmakers. The Iola Register defends the Doherty girl’s costly coming out as a public good urged by Kansas editors, while observers doubt the Register’s minority stance persists and Kansas funds seemingly approve Doherty's spending.
Kansas lawmakers tour the University of Kansas in Lawrence as part of a biennial inspection to learn about present operations and future needs of state schools. The visit aims to inform appropriations decisions and reflect the legislature's intent to gain firsthand knowledge of institutions. The piece also notes federal concerns about land grant colleges and a Iowa university president's call for stronger liberal arts focus to prepare students for living and earning.
Chicago police still search for the Lingle murderer with elusive leads. They admit the slayings of the reporter and the mastermind remain unsolved as gangsters’ silence hinders verification of theories. Extraordinary effort is needed to build a complete case amid limited cooperation.
In old home town news Miss Kate Rowley marries Charles E. Stevens, superintendent of the Bonanza Chief Gold Mining Co., of Helena, Mont. A circle of friends here extend best wishes. D D Sizer visited the Journal office yesterday. Gertie Piper mourns. G W Piper heads to Chicago. Dr J D Patterson departs for weeks at his old home. Beta Theta Pi Alpha Nu chapter dedicates a new hall at Kansas State University, 1873.
Twenty five years ago Friday January 9. Geo. invested the first daily prayer meeting in the new Y M C A building yesterday afternoon led today by Capt J G Haskell. Similar meetings to be held noon this week. Woodmen of the World moved into new quarters over the People's State Bank. August Dahlene slowly recovering from a severe attack of pneumonia. Miss Jennie Sutliff returned from Wisconsin visiting Wheeler family. Miss Gussie Dixon to Leavenworth for Chapin wedding. Mrs Will Meairs underwent an operation Sunday performed by Dr Anderson and Dr Qui. Charles Shimmons and Emery Woodward to Las Vegas New Mexico for plumbing contract by Graeher Bros. Installed Officers at W R C and Ladies Circle of G A R held joint installation in post hall. Mrs Murphy presented Mrs Florence Fitch retiring resident with silver fruit dish. Ladies of G A R presented retiring president with silver tea spoons. Emma Wall past national president gave a presentation. W R C principal officers listed. Yale Alumni weekly editorial urged abolition of paid football coaches except for freshmen teams.
Inmates of the County Home thank Lawrence residents and the home management for Christmas kindness and gifts. They extend New Year wishes and express gratitude for flowers and decorations that enabled a Christmas celebration for all, though six inmates were confined to rooms. Signed by Mr. and Mrs. F W Freese and others.
The article notes Bernard Sachs first described how high mental strain and irritability precede chorea in gifted, high-achieving children. Prevention centers on rest and proper nutrition, with limited activity and absence from school during the acute phase to reduce nervous strain.
The Kansas legislature meets and James D. Snoddy of Linn County is elected speaker in 1883. In 1884 a complete record of the Santa Fe land grants is filed with the secretary of the interior by the commissioner of the general land office.
AP reports Bank er Paul Warburg predicting a business revival in the US. Hoover foresees a rise in national reverence for Americans mentally morally and physically fit for modern science. Grace V How ard wins 120000 alienation suit vs foster mother Emeline Boyle. Diplomatic corps entertained by President Hoover. LA endurance fliers pass 100 hours in rain. WCTU says saloons worsen industrial distress. Movie stars take kidnapping precautions. Turkish opium factory claim to 400 kg daily. Akaba town swept by floods 1000 homeless. Noashs Ark banned in China for religious superstition. King of Kings previously banned. Average English farm size 60 acres. Wales 33 acres.
In a melodrama of fame and manipulation, Aileen Gray rises with the help of Jimmy Crane while her sister Vivienne schemes for attention. A staged mask, a risky radio audition, and a shipboard publicity stunt pivot the plot toward mystery as Kronberg's death looms and Vivienne's loyalties bend under pressure.
In a bright sunny scene the Little Black Clock guides a sleigh ride with children amid heavy snow. They help pull an automobile stuck in the snow using a rope, impressing the horses as they head home. The Clock’s magic makes the day lively and playful.
Washington and Philadelphia items describe a girl visiting her father at work and a hospitalized boy awaiting a Christmas card from Lou Henry Hoover. Political circles predict Paul Kvale will win a big victory by the ides of March as the former-labor party caucuses and nominates a speaker candidate.
A brief note from Glaston, The International Montaly announces its purpose to bring together in regular intercourse the creative intelligence of the German, American and British worlds. No mention of France is made.
Poneka Seth G Wells, state oily inspector, reported 1930 gasoline tax receipts reached 10 828 964 with total since May 1925 at 38 303 238 68 and December collections at 805 611 70 up 124 022 14 from last year. In Baxter Springs falling rocks killed two miners in Cherokee county zinc mines Gus Gates 40 crushed when roof collapsed and Harry Litter 30 killed in a similar accident this Wednesday.
Miss Golda Zook entertained Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Adams with a bridge party for nine tables. High scores went to Miss Helen Jarrett and William Ros, low to Miss Velma Smith and Curtis Ruthrauff. Yuletide decor featured green and white, with nut cups and silver bells on the table. Guests included Mary Olive Crawley Gladys Jones Homer Springs Richard Wilson Kansas City and many local residents.
A group including Mrs. Woodie Laughlin and many couples motored to Overland Park to call on sister Mrs. Dale Metsker. New Year's dinner hosted by C. E. Sheldon. guests listed. Miss Anna Gilmore and Miss Josephine Gilmore depart for St. Petersburg Florida for the winter. Mrs. Samuel Marshall returns from Kansas City after caring for ill husband. Rev. Charles Decker hosts farewell party for William Wichman who moves to Clarion Ta.
Ralph Grejer returned home Wednesday after months with relatives in Gorham. Mr and Mrs George Jennings and son Kenneth of Lawrence along with Mr and Mrs John Sommers shared Sunday dinner with Mr and Mrs Clement Zillier. Miss Martha Hadl, who spent holidays with her grandmother Frances Creiner, returned home to Kansas City.
Local user J E Osborn of Manhattan Kansas testifies Gly-Cas improved his constipation digestion and rheumatism after years of ailment. He says the medicine freed his bowels and overall health, claiming near miraculous results and easy use. Gly-Cas sold in Lawrence by Round Comer Drug Store and nearby towns' outlets.
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