A Vain Tax Hope and Saar Vote Tomorrow
The State Board of Agriculture backs selective sales taxes but rejects a general levy citing limited yield and fairness. The Saar plebiscite set for tomorrow dominates world interest with options to join Germany, France, or remain under League of Nations rule amid strict League administration and migrant turnouts.
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National Resources Board Proposes 75 Million Acre Land Retirement Plan
The National Resources board outlines a 15 year program to buy and retire about 450,000 farms and related land. The plan estimates a need of roughly $675 million to acquire and retire the acreage, aiming to reduce production across a broad swath of land over the period.
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Farm Tax Status Sparks Revenue Debate
The Resources Board proposes shifting a large land area from taxable to non taxable to raise public revenue. With less acreage in production, remaining farms may face higher taxes and potential profit shifts for farmers. The statement notes this as an inferred outcome, not a certainty.
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Governor Paulen Takes Office in Kansas Parade
Ben S. Paulen of Fredonia was sworn in as Kansas governor amid a large parade in Topeka. The retiring Gov. Jonathan M. Davis gave a farewell address as D. A. N. Chase became lieutenant governor and Carl White took office as state treasurer. Attorney general J. B. Wilson pro tem assumed duties during Griffith’s illness. Earl Hope was slightly injured when struck by a car, and Mrs. J. E. Nottingham hosted a dinner for her son Harold’s wedding to Gertrude Hulke.
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River Readings Show 18 Inch Rise Threatening Dam Power
Twenty five years ago on Saturday January 12 rising river levels reached about 18 inches by 2 PM and threatened the dam powered plant. Mud Creek near town flooded areas while streams rose rapidly. Local social notes mention Mrs F D Cosley hosting a 6 PM dinner for boarders and Miss Belle Ramsey planning a trip to Kansas City and Chicago for eye treatment. Phi Sigs announce new members Charlie Milton Frank Dolan Russell Elliott and Earl Rankin.
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Farewell to Superintendent Stanley Forty Years Ago
Forty years ago on a Friday evening teachers of the city schools gathered at Superintendent Stanley's residence to tender a reception and offer thanks for his service. The event featured music and social time, an elegant lunch, and a short program including a poem by Miss Lottie Mull and a lamp and stand presented by Miss Virginia Spencer. An afternoon reception at Mr and Mrs A Monroe's home in the western city district featured Miss Annie Monroe, Miss Grace Poff, and attendants with refreshments and socializing.
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Daughters of the King delegate visits and local social notes
A delegate to the national Daughters of the King meeting in Baltimore, Miss Rosa toured Washington and Chicago. Miss Zoe Rothrock returns from a year away with Colorado friends. The wedding of Howard Peakrs and Miss Helen Webber is set for the 30th. Zodiacs met at Mrs. Fred Smithmeyer’s home as the club studies Carlyle. James Sullivan and Mamie Gnefkow’s marriage is planned for January 30 in the city. A luncheon by Mrs. J. S. Jewett honors Miss Jacobs of Corinth, Mass. Mrs. F. A. Bailey hosts a 6 PM tea for Mrs. Converse of Albany, sister of Mrs. Mason.
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Flashes of Life Honest Ring Returns to Owner
A hotel stenographer Hazel F Ward had her $1000 diamond ring returned after two years. A young woman handed a box to a bell-boy in a Chicago hotel with instructions to deliver it to Mrs Ward. Inside was the ring marking an honesty triumph and a long-delayed reunion.
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Escape And Truth In A Farmhouse Mystery
Molly O'Brien and Nick Trenchaint survive an encounter with spy Pater Orloff while seeking a stolen formula. They confront Mrs. Gowlland, whose fear and silence hide past accusations about Osborne’s death. Molly reassures the bereaved woman, offering friendship as the trio presses for the truth.
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Sinister Farm Chapter 43 Moves Toward the Farmyard
Kerry leads a cautious advance toward a dilapidated farm as Molly and I wait behind. A dog barks, a signal whistle sounds, and Jerry confirms the coast is clear before guiding us along a laurel-bordered path to the front entrance.
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Mystery Revealed as Wife Confesses Husband’s Killings
A dramatic confession unfolds as a woman reveals her husband killed a man he loved her. The scene captures tense silence, a strained courtroom mood, and a suggestion of jealousy. A Monday note mentions a group search through Gowland’s Cheat.
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Angry Mrs Quacko and the Puddle Muddlers at Odds
A whimsical tale follows Mrs Quacko and Mrs Quacker quarreling while Willy Nilly intervenes. Rip finds a hurt man and seeks help, earning praise as a hero. The crowd bickers, then rests as peace returns and Willy plans to forget the earlier worry. A divorce suit is filed in district court, Manuel Jackson versus Louise Jackson, alleging gross neglect and cruelty since their 1923 marriage, seeking custody of two minor children.
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Dear Things and Queer Things by Louisa Cooke Don Carlos
Lawrence critics praise a new poetry collection by Louisa Cooke Don Carlos, acclaimed locally for gentle verses on everyday life and travel inspired themes. The book, edited with help from Dr Hopking, is described as restful and easily read, suitable for bedside shelves. The piece also previews Mikt and Mary Their Search for Adventures a juvenile travel tale by Maud and Miska Petersham with vivid illustrations and world locales.
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Along the Highway of Life by William Colfax Markham
William Colfax Markham recently published Along the Highway of Life a poetry collection illustrated with nature prints. It covers nature at large with war love friendship people building truth and many others, reflecting Markham's long career in Baldwin.
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Young Woman by Carmen Barnes review
Carmen Barnes writes of a modern young woman seeking employment and the lengths she’ll use to secure and keep a job. The novel stirs with sparkling dialogue among stern figures, mixes compromising, dangerous situations, and leaves much to the imagination. Barnes is praised as a capable storyteller with a clear moral about not getting something for nothing.
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Health educator debunks compatible eating theory
An Academy of Medicine piece argues health education should correct misconceptions about diets. A gastroenterologist states that combining proteins and starches at meals is natural, refuting theories of compatible eating and noting most common foods already mix basic elements.
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Diet and Pills Misleading Claims Woven in Review
A fragmented broadcast notices a review by Ken Rodewells and others on elementary language texts and a diet plan tied to pills. It argues the diet, not the pills, caused any observed weight loss, stressing variety and sensible eating rather than ritual restriction.
Classified ad notes hundreds of rooms for rent
A Kansas City area classified note indicates hundreds of rooms are available for rent this year. The brief item references ongoing lodging options and rental activity in local markets.
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