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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1928
Page
4
Journal World reports on Perfect Trust from Psalm 119 and discusses Marines pursuing Sandino in Nicaragua. It notes reinforcements from U.S. bases, potential escape into Honduras, and Nicaragua’s likely reaction to Sandino’s leadership. Also mentions Thames flood warnings and political quips about Wichita and Ford transportation.
The report critiques insanity defenses in borderland crime cases likening them to Leopold and Loeb and Hickman while arguing such defenses should not normalize homicide. It contrasts Lindbergh’s Panamanian landing with suggested American aviation fields, noting his successful arrival without defaulting to canal fields and highlighting an improvised landing wave.
A Senate inquiry reveals a persistent market in forged government papers sold to tarnish rivals. The probe notes secret-service style schemes feed this trade and warns that authentic documents are tightly guarded. A British envoy incident prompts questions on diplomatic immunity and potential use of Marines to enforce laws abroad.
The Wichita city auditorium remains unpaid after 40 years of extended bonds and high interest, highlighting poor fiscal planning. Topeka bonds for water works lack principal provision, ballooning debt and interest, while rates fail to align with true water costs.
Centennial of Linnaeus noted as death date while regional meetings and national conferences unfold. Executive Council mid winter session of banking opens in Chattanooga with Secretary Jardine addressing New York dinner. North Dakota convenes special session on farm and marketing issues. WCTU plans two day New York conference to push prohibition enforcement. FCC to hear radio use and news transmission. Shipping Board begins hearings on private steamship interests and merchant marine position.
Maud E. Brown of Lawrenes and others transfer property to W. H. Moll. The deed covers lots in Bid 12, block 3, South Lawrence, and a separate tract.
Washington AP reports the airplane shaping urban futures as aviation routes link St Johns Azores Valencia Pernambuco Dakar and more with city growth. It notes historic hubs like St Johns Clifden and Girardot fueling future air corridors and cites past long distance flights paving metropolitan prospects.
Sidh reports George Noble of the Kansas Pacific is laid up for repairs and hopes to be about soon. The Parlor Cigar Store loses its noted “pretty cigar girl” as a new operator will take over. Judge Sears, among the town’s respected elders, left for Topeka on business. William Carpenter departed for the East to pursue sewing machine improvements.
Mr and Mrs Philip Hunsinger celebrate twenty five years of marriage at their home five miles north of town. January 21 reception planned by Mrs Preyer and Mrs Penny at Mrs Preyer’s home. Ten years ago merchants adopt shorter hours while University documents note smallpox vaccination and promotions in nursing. The old county jail, built in 1862, is being torn down with cells sold as junk.
Incomplete item note requests steel bars for junk and a needed space for the Social Sérvica hospital. The fragment lacks dates, locations, or names to form a full report.
A compiled Kansas history note highlights 1861 G M Beebe acting governor after Medary resignation, 1665 legislative session, 1863 state officials touring the J L and G railroad plan to grant 125000 acres, and 1878 witness examination in the Senator Cadwell case at Washington.
Marshall H. Saville has been chosen president of the American Anthropological Association after a 25 year tenure as Columbia University archaeology professor. A leading pupil of Putnam, he helped pioneer mound builder work in Ohio, and later studied Maya, pre Inca, and Andean cultures in Yucatan, Honduras, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Much of his collections are housed at the Hispanic Society of America in New York City. A separate item notes the marriage license issued to Joseph C. Roche and Erma McIntire of Lawrence, pending their marriage by Probate Judge H. Menger.
Manhattan Kansas January 10 AP Sigma Delta Chi journalism fraternity at Kansas State Agricultural College announced a contest to crown superior editors of Kansas. Awards based on a poll of editors themselves, with public recognition for outstanding editors. One editor to be named in each classification. Each paper will receive one ballot. Results to be announced.
The regular Lone Star Farmers Union meeting on December 28 elected Porter Bond as president with Charlie Ganning as vice president, Mrs. Gottlie Niedel secretary treasurer, Er ed McKinne conductor, and Will Goybutt lecturer. A social hour followed with coffee, sandwiches, pandy nuts and popcorn. Numerous personal visits and local happenings are listed, including members visiting Lawrence and Locompton, and the Jolly Stitchers club meeting. The Lone Star school fourth month enrollment and attendance are reported with several students named.
Betty Hinnay and Esther Flory join a long list of neighbors helping with daily tasks. Courteous calls and Sunday visits fill the week as families, including Bond, Curtis, Flory, Dietz, and Ward, recount small gatherings, beef butchering, and help with sick lists and hosting duties in Lawrence and Salina areas.
Fragmentary list cites Chris Miller Esther Flory Thurst Curtis home and Mrs y te Potted and gons Kenneth and Beryl visiting Thursday with Mrs Marvit Bond Venite and Norman in small community exchange. The text records social visits and informal meetings among residents.
The Rome government plans to gradually take over the funeral business under the governor's direction. Officials cite a desire to ensure orderly service and avoid concentration among private undertakers. No deaths were reported in the article, and funeral parlors faced questions about the move. A cough remedy advertisement for Rankin's Drug Store is noted at the end.
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