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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1927
Page
3
Nebraska's Huskers defeat Kansas in Lawrence by a 2 point margin amid a tense second half rally. Key performances include Petersen and Schavidt leading late scoring. Kansas struggles from the field while Nebraska earns a narrow win in a hard fought contest.
Kansas basketball sits in the Missouri Valley standings after two losses in three conference games. Doctor Allen remains optimistic as Kansas prepares for a January 2 game at Missouri, hoping Schmidt and Geldon regain form and produce scoring. Grinnell’s fans echo the season’s rough showing, while Oklahoma’s results loom large for the Sooners’ title chances as Kansas eyes a late push.
Junior high regulars, coached by Perry, engage in a stiff thirty minute scrimmage on the Junior high court. Key players Hamar and Cox are out, while Dieker Van Geyenter Harris Venard and Guiler expected to fill gaps. Harris likely moves to guard with Poland, and Iola game Saturday looms.
George Woodward long time head football coach at Washburn College will leave. Arthur Lonborg, former Kansas City star, is reported to succeed him at Topeka school next fall as Woodward’s contract expires June 15 and he declines a new deal.
The Philadelphia Phillies seek an improved infield after trading for Lafayette Fresno and Thompson Jr. Both players bring major league experience, with Thompson debuting in 1924 with Pittsburgh and Fresno formerly on Washington and Giants rosters. Nebraska basketball notes and Kansas prep schedules appear alongside other scattered sports items and a concert ad.
Readable fragments describe a high school concert tonight at 7 30 featuring school choirs solos and a small orchestra. Norman Fams and Arden Fortney are named along with programs including selections like The Night Wind The Swan My Grid and Sleep Song.
A. Blosher of Dodge City was elected president of the Kansas Oklahoma racing circuit with H. Brookhower of Eureka as vice president and D. S. Beattie of Iola re-elected secretary treasurer. Directors decided to emphasize colt races this season with several $1,000 purses. Old horses would predominate in the 24 18 04 10 trots and 24 18 and 09 paves. Gates were allocated to towns including Joplin and Topeka with tentative race dates announced.
Charles Black, former all around star athlete, captained Nebraska in a hard fought game at Lawrence. Kansas, led by Allenburton guard Zelton and center Bes, fought hard but Nebraska converted more free throws and clipped the Jayhawks with a tougher defense. The Huskers and Kansas traded points as Black’s team pressed, while Kansas aimed to limit turnovers and keep pace in a close interstate clash.
Oklahoma University quintet defeats the Kansas City Athletic Club five 28 to 24 in a hard fought game marked by five man defenses and late rally. At halftime the Sooners led 19 to 7 with a decisive performance from Bee and teammates. Weather notes segue into an ad for a cough remedy claiming quick relief from respiratory troubles.
Edward Jipdson of 1201 arckit reported theft of his poultry to the pal tight. Three thieves in a Ford coupe allegedly stole 45 to 50 white Wyandotte chickens plus about 30 Rhode Island Reds and some game chickens.
Local college teams competed with the Indians posting a notable score as detailed in the report from the Alteriated Presa. The summary highlights a junior college event with key players and final tallies not fully legible in the fragment.
Washington reports the House Agriculture Committee postponed a vote on the propaganda charge tied to the Capper Tincher bill. Rep Willis Ty Uliasis and Rep Tincher urged investigation into circulated material claiming to be by Missouri farm leader William Hirth. Singer called the allegations serious and asked for postponement until February 7 as McNarry Haugen farm bill fronted floor action was discussed.
A morning blaze in Manhattan destroyed a first floor general store and spread to a neighboring paint shop. Three men were injured by the fire and falling debris while firefighters, including E B Deckert and Lee Thomas, worked to control the flames. Estimated damage reached about 875000 as witnesses like Fred Brown were struck by debris.
A court filing cites charges against a suspect held in custody at the TM facility. Details remain sparse in the fragment, but officials indicate formal charges are expected to be filed as the case proceeds.
Three months ago he was thin and had little appetite and we wanted him to play with other children. Now he looks well and stronger, and the family says life has improved as he gains strength with the liver compound product.
Fragmentary OCR scene shows defendants arraigned on suspected fraud. Judge and stenographer are referenced as notes reflect a perjury charge and preliminary arraignment in the county court. Details remain unclear due to damaged text but indicate formal proceedings and charges.
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