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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1927

Page

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U S Policy on China Outlined in Anticipated Kellogg Statement

Washington January 23 A B P J Great Britain's defense plans in China contrast with American plans as President Coolidge weighs a firm stance. Kellogg prepared a reply to Britain's memorandum outlining treaty rights in China while Navy moves consider near term force posture. The White House signals a policy statement focusing on treaty rights rather than mob protection, with Marines redeployed from Guam toward the Philippines.

Washington Great Britain China Yor Coolidge Gene Yliey Kellogg Washington Gov. Vérnment Ford le Jey House Committee Porter United States Moore Democratic Committee Lemont Uteout Navy San Diego Quantico Navy Department Guam Philippines Jat Rient Shanghais London Kelloge

Petition for sidewalk salt under city supervision reaches residents

A petition asking city authorities to supervise snow removal on Flower, Twelfth, Thirteenth and Fourteenth streets was presented to street commissioner C. W. Carman by Kansas staff members. Fifty signatures were collected with ease, and another petition may follow if needed. Meanwhile attorneys for Charles Chaplin filed a petition to prohibit the appeals court from restraining the superior court in Chaplin's divorce suit and related receivership actions.

Kansas C. W. Carman Dity E. U Iwould Superior Courts Los Angeles Jan Charles Chaplin Masday Court For “Appeals Taki Ber Mars Chaslain Chap Jin

Kansas Weather Forecast Sees Unsettled Wednesday

Forecast indicates unsettled conditions in Kansas on Wednesday with little temperature change. Roads vary from fair to slick in places including Topeka and Lawrence while Arkansas City and parts of the county report slick, soft surfaces and reduced travel safety.

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Infant Found On Porch In 945 Indiana Street Mystery

A two week to month old baby boy was found on a porch at 945 Indiana Street around 8:20 PM. The infant, wrapped in a blanket and clothed, appeared healthy and well cared for after warming. R. M. Sutters alerted the city health nurse and police. the Sutters were surprised by the discovery and did not know the origin of the child.

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Trial narrows as Norris murder case nears verdict

In a Nort Texas courtroom, closing arguments stretched over hours as Isaac White and J D Moore led for the state while Dayton Moses represented Norris. The defense attacked motive and alleged prosecutorial bias, citing Norris’s two young sons and the pastor’s testimony. The court planned to adjourn around 4:30 pm as final statements wrapped up.

Nor Texas Jan Isaac D. White Austin J. D. Moore Travis County Dayton Moses Norris Bil McLean Dr. Norris Amer White Chipps Arm Cuttin Gandlemei Moore Rae Ring Roxi Pastor Ghipps

Senate Votes to Wipe Out Highway Debt in Kansas

The Kansas Senate approved a 150000 appropriation to repay about 50000 borrowed two years ago by Governor Paulen for the state highway department. One senator voted no while another abstained amid debate over prior inaction on a department appropriation plan.

Patten Topeka Kany Jans Senate Paulen State Highway Department Kansas Bennett Washington Apt Tola Senisters Snyder Leavenworth Thew Land Means Committee

Junior High Students Hold Friday Assembly

Plans called for a Friday afternoon program at the auditorium of the senior high school. The event features students from the junior high, with talks and musical items, and includes a retire­ment of a star grade. Delegations and speakers from Topeka are mentioned in connection with the event.

U. S. Judge Florence Ey Allen to Speak Friday

Judge Florence Ey Allen of Ohio Supreme Court will speak Friday morning on Our Heritage and suffrage themes. The Cleveland-based jurist, active in women's rights and labor issues, has long practiced law in Ohio and taught at the University of Kansas.

Florence Ey Allen Ohio University of Spee Infadearone Reynolds Allen Topeka

Prowler Incident Reported Near Store

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a prowler incident at a store involving a youth and a younger boy. Names and details are garbled, but references to a confrontation and a gun are noted with uncertain origin.

Tola Ray Hola Lee Aras

Senator Gould Involved in Senate Inquiry Over Building Bonds

Washington January 25 The Senate opened an inquiry into Gould and the St Johns Railway issue after testimony from Maine Republican Arthur Thompson. The committee pressed for more evidence as Walsh, a Democrat, refused further testimony while police arrested a former Salina officer in a separate case. Lawrence Ely was held on a $10,000 bond after a morning arrest.

Washington Arthur Maine Walsh Siontang Senate Salina Lawrence Ely

Courtroom Testimony Details Mrs Browning’s Turbulent Allegations

Fragmented court record recounts Mrs Frances Browning recounting alleged cruelty by Edward Browning after their 25 minute separation. She describes manipulation, intimidation, and public photo sessions, while the defense fights relevance and credibility amid interruptions and evidentiary disputes.

House White Plains Frances Glroke Edward George Bla Browning Browning Gun Mr. B The Sprint

City Commission Meeting Recounts and Repairs

Fragmentary record notes a Thursday city commission session, with references to a county court event and a newly decorated venue. Details are unclear due to OCR corruption, but the piece mentions attendance, timing, and a period of repairs or renovations surrounding local governance.

Tree of Piscataqua Rejected By Interstate Commission

A fragmented OCR readout describes a disputed appointment and representation issue within an interstate commission. The text references a rejected late vote by a margin around 28 to something, with mentions of a large bridge and ongoing appointments. The source is unclear and garbled.

Pamispeie I Interstate Com Iheree Cote Connie

City Hikes Pay for Police Fire Chiefs After Budget Vote

City officials approved salary increases for police officers and firemen, with detailed monthly rates for chiefs and ranks. Mayor opposed the hike but commissioners Stevenson Carman and others supported the plan, citing budget impact and improved department morale.

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Concert lecture and music event at Robinson Gymnasium

Multiple campus music events planned with speakers and performers from Kansas and Wichita. Herbert peers and Owens are among presenters. Kansas State Music Teachers Association hosts a forthcoming conference featuring orchestral and vocal performances.

Fragmentary notes reflect scattered student activity

Readable fragments show students in a tense session with references to exams and seating, plus mentions of a bill failing in a political context. The text hints at a classroom or campus setting with poetic phrasing about activities like dominoes and pasteboards.

Ace Nealdrin Bill

Cigarette Bill in Topeka Debates Restrictions on Unstamped Packs

In Topeka Kansas the Senate committee debated a bill to repeal certain provisions and tighten rules on cigarette packaging. Among objections is a clause restricting packs bearing no stamp from licensed retailers and applying to packages purchased in Kansas, with requested changes to the penalties and enforcement.

Topeka McGugin Npr Senate Kansas

Ordinance Limits Trucks Weigh and Speed in City

City Commission passed limits on truck weight and speed in Lawrence at last night’s meeting. The rule allows trucks up to 17 000 pounds gross and speeds of 15 miles per hour for under 10 000 pounds. Mayor Halliday criticized a section giving the street commissioner authority over fees.

City Commission Lawrence Clay Carnan TC. Stevenson F M Holliday Thal Carman Gether Patty Iesus Pepe Taay Sioner

Pine to Speak at Assembly for School Promotion

A scrambled report indicates W A Pine is planned to speak at a school assembly promoting gymnasium plans. The program lists music and an orchestra as part of the exercise period with pupils present, though much of the text is garbled and unreadable.

Nora Bee Ae Raphe

Local Chamber of Commerce Plans and Budgets

A fragmented report outlines Woodland patterns and zoning projects tied to the Chamber of Commerce. It notes adoption of west side street plans and municipal pool board actions, with references to officers Chil Hosseyg and Jarry Repler, along with remarks by President Glande Scott.

Commerce Chamber of Commerce sident-Dinsma Swimming Pool Board of ‘Directors Lawrence Rosiliffs Jarry Repler Glande Scott

Kansas Day broadcast station history noted

A fragmented OCR snippet mentions a Kansas State radio broadcast from a university station, highlighting historical ties to the Kansas community and likely reflecting early broadcast practice.

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