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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1926
Page
4
The Lawrence Journal-World column muses on poetry memorials and the value of poetry, recalling figures like Carruth. It contrasts Florida real estate hype with enduring art, urging prompt support among those who knew the man and his work.
An article fragment discusses farm co operatives as essentially sound but inadequate for real farmer aid with Congress likely to act to curb export surplus and stabilize prices. It moves to Lawrence pool halls and court rulings, then argues for regulating rather than abolishing them. A poetry memorial at the University of Kansas is proposed to boost interest in poetry and its enduring value.
A prairie fire brightened the northeastern horizon last evening. Neighbors and friends later gathered at the Barns home after a busine ss meeting invited Rev Barnes. The night ended with a warm, hopeful gathering as a frightened couple found assurance from their community.
The report notes Marshal Joffre, famed French WWI commander, entering his sixth year. It also mentions the second session of the League for Nations Committee of Experts for the Codification of International Law, with George V. Washam as a member, meeting in Geneva today.
A reader critiques a local chain hose coupon scheme, outlining a multilevel purchase chain that promises a hose after selling to three friends. The letter warns of breakdown risk, escalating participant counts, and regulatory limits on mail solicitations, noting distrust of the company.
Cleveland manager Tris Speaker says the Indians will be little different from 1925, with three or four teams likely to challenge in 1926. He cites "tough luck" and promises an improved batting effort with Sewell Burns and other core players, as 31 players remain on the reserve roster with spring training ahead. The Day’s News item notes Rev Cornelius Woelfkin’s retirement from Park Avenue Baptist Church in New York City, highlighting his long service and Rockefeller connections.
Connemara Moore, fresh from a yacht mishap in Long Island Sound, treks ashore with Bugle the dog. Lacy and Connemara share tension and mystery as they walk five miles to safety, discussing a hidden fifty thousand dollars and Bugle’s return. The duo arrives at Lacy’s house for fresh clothes and a hot breakfast, awaiting the next chapter.
Knowledge Hill Community Club met with Mrs. Karl Stowe on Wednesday in January. A three-member committee was formed to arrange a forthcoming play and plans were made to honor Mrs. Clifford Thiry during her hospital stay. The group noted upcoming meetings, to be hosted by Mrs. Dial, and a New Year dinner held at Midland Hall. Mrs. Clifford Thiry is improving after surgery.
The Chicago JAP paper describes the Dai Nippon newspaper here, noting its heavy use of Japanese characters and mixed English content. It details production methods, hand sketching of ads, mimeograph news, and daily 8–12 hour composition work.
Serious illness at the hospital is noted with visits from Clifford John Thiry and Allie Frank Wel. Nearby, Mr and Mrs John Canary enjoy a new radio. Nellie Viets travels to Lawrence with Mrs Clint Viets. Harold Stowe visits family over the weekend. Mrs Dial and Esther spend a Farr Stowe afternoon. Evening class enrollments for carpenters continue at Liberty Memorial High School Building.
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