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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1936
Page
4
The brief header lists Associated Press rights and republication terms. It notes post office filing in Lawrence Kansas and urges readers to call if the Journal-World is not received by 7 p m with a copy sent promptly. The date indicated is Thursday January 9 1936.
Philosophical and biblical admonitions open the note, then commentary on the Supreme Court and an upcoming farm protest. References to the AAA decision, staged demonstrations, and the Jackson Day dinners frame a cautious forecast of political unrest and fundraising concerns. The piece links ethics, law, and political strategy with a wary tone.
The piece lampoons a political scramble to replace AAA with a farmer centered program. It argues the winner will shape the presidential race and warns against hastily drafted schemes that could inflate the economy or disrupt budgets, stressing a need for a truly effective plan rather than a quick fix.
A telegram from Chester C. Davis to Dan Casement suggests a Washington meeting on new farm plans will be tightly curated and exclude Casement. Davis implies he will decide who qualifies as farmers or their representatives. The piece critiques the senate World War I inquiry as biased, noting senators seek facts to fit a predecided conclusion.
The article notes British and French fleets assembling in the Mediterranean as the League of Nations meets in Geneva to discuss actions over Mussolini’s war in Africa. It suggests a protective role for the fleets against Italian reprisals and highlights Italy’s continued invasion efforts despite global disapproval. It also mentions potential tax-driven flour price relief for households as processing tax removal takes effect.
The University of Kansas plans to hire Franklin C. Cappon as head football coach to replace Patsy Clark, with Harold O. Steele named as assistant coach to fill the vacancy left by Karl Schlademan. John Bunn to lead baseball, with John Savo retained as assistant football coach and freshman basketball coach. Also reports immunization progress in city schools with 1461 shots for 626 children. Dr. Keith to vaccinate county children Saturday at the health office. New Budget staff at Lawrence High School named with Kathryn Russell as editor-in-chief and a full slate of editors and managers. Zeta Omega Phi sorority disbands, Delta Omicron Omicron boys group hosts farewell.
A Lawrence man may become general surgeon at the Santa Fe Soldiers home in Dodge City. The Board of Control wired an offer to Dr. E. D. F. Phillips last night, the physician awaiting reply.
The item describes Joe and his two wives in a humorous anecdote about banking and a new car purchase. It notes a 1936 copyright by Publishers Syndicate and presents as a syndicated comic caption.
Ground work review and board consultation after a political appointment became permanent proposal for Dr. Phillips. North Lawrence WwW. CT. U. organized by Mrs. Lena Hartzel Wallace with 20 charter members, officers elected include Mrs. F. A. Biggs and Mrs. Estella pnuhers. Henry Weingartner listed as 5th ward council candidate. A. J. Dicker store robbed. no clues. Streetcar safety stops ordered after massachusetts Quincy crash. Kansas City leaders to speak at KU. Y M C A program aims to engage students this spring.
Forty years ago Charlie Duncan sent nine chickens to Oklahoma to enter a cooking main and win five fights. Dr. and Mrs. M. Summerfield rushed to New York as Mrs. Elias Summerfield’s condition worsened. C. C. Meais and wife were surprised at 432 Indians street by Fraternal Aid with a chair and chamber set. Chancellor Snow announced a January 17 lecture on his European trip to fund a boarding hall for University women. J. R. Griggs opened a Northwestern Mutual Life office near C. W. Smith. Otto Fischer and Mike Reedy took a two day hunting trip. J. G. Sands, 41 years in Lawrence, turned stocks over to H. S. Clarke due to hard times. About 150 invitations issued for a reception by Mrs. R. D. Mason for her sister Mrs. Conyers of Albany, N. Y. Miss Allie Mason assisted. Kappa fraternity served refreshments.
D C Hill in a Jackson day address condemned Governor Alf M Landon for not calling a special legislative session to access the federal social security program. He urged Kansans to demand action, arguing the governor's refusal harms thousands.
Terry Wilett, delayed by his father’s death, plans to rejoin the Palva River project with Bucky Corrigan while lingering in New York. He recalls Allaire Fost, the Washington girl who influenced him, as he contemplates his next move.
Willett visits New York where Puff, a captivating companion, arranges a party atmosphere with cocktails and fashion. They drift through nightclubs and a luxe bar, meeting football players and flirtatious intrigue as Willett debates his path amid intoxicating distraction and a looming court appearance the next day.
A shabby visitor, claiming to be a grand rooster, visits Top Notch and declares himself Sir Count Prince Nobleman Duke Lord King Rooster. He compliments Top Notch and asserts roosters deserve greater honors, hinting at a future title.
A Philadelphia bus driver, Joseph Wollfe, faces charges of disorderly conduct breach of the peace and reckless driving after a confrontation with a traffic policeman. Twenty nine back seat passengers pledged to defend him, watching traffic lights and signaling support.
A bus driver dispute notes the driver denied passing a red light while 29 passengers backed Wolfe’s claim the light was green. Other items include Yale professor’s eating advice for focus, Rose Reserve snow amid storms, a Missouri fatal shooting, Kansas City coin collectors fearing Roosevelt’s new issues, and Dr. Liu’s remark on America’s mood amid prosperity.
Dr. Lago Galdston explains the interdependence of nervous and endocrine systems focusing on the pituitary gland. He notes long standing views of separate control by nerves and glands, and describes cow experiments showing midbrain signals influencing milk secretion and pituitary extracts triggering milk flow.
Mrs Ruth Douglas resigns as teacher at Evening Star school and plans to attend K A. Hazel Wright chosen to succeed her for the second semester. Mrs J A Reynolds returns from Kansas City with her son Herbert Reynolds family and greets granddaughter Janet Jo born December 18. Lexington Grange held quarterly meeting in Masonic hall with basket dinner and social hour. Next meeting planned for first Saturday in April. Miss Hazel Rattles recalled to court house stenography in Olathe after staff reduction. Mrs Nellie Lothian left for Galt Mo to visit relatives.
Medical notes claim kidneys contain 15 miles of tubules to filter blood and flush out waste. Symptoms include backache, leg pains, night urination, swelling, dizziness, and fatigue. The ad urges Druggist purchases of Doan’s Pills for relief and cleansing of kidney tubes.
A vivid scene shows a steam driven rocket built from scraps, drawing gasps of "Look there" as onlookers marvel at the mystery machine. The piece transitions to festive and routine local life with social visits, a DeSoto Telephone annual meeting, and assorted hometown updates.
Radio listings cover Thursday and Friday evenings with numerous stations WREN KMBC WDAF WNAF and KMRC airing musicals news dramas sports and special programs. The schedule notes specific shows such as Little Orphan Annie Popeye the Sailor Captain Henry's Showboat Bing Crosby and Amos n Andy along with organ recitals and orchestra performances.
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