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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1927
Page
4
A 1927 newspaper column discusses Muscle Shoals proposals, noting experts dispute value comparing offers and government cost. It questions if experts or politicians drive the debate, and reflects on broader China policy shifts and Democratic tax plans as part of the era’s political chatter.
The week may bring decisive action in the legislature on several key measures including banking and reads legislation. Proposals to alter the state primary law are under consideration, with multiple ideas competing for precedence. The scene is tense as lawmakers seek a path likely to improve current conditions. Judge Ben Lindsey faces a transition in his juvenile court amid a Colorado Supreme Court ruling that his late opponent, elected in 1924, did hold the seat. his status will depend on a successor election.
On Robert Burns birthday, varied items draw attention from the Panamanian transit of the Renown with the Duke and Duchess of York to Australia, to a new 20 cent air mail stamp. Trials begin for Tito Zanzhboni and Tuigi Capello for alleged plots against Mussolini, and MacMurray heads home to discuss China with Kellogg.
In the days news Lord Inchcape, noted for criticizing missionary work in China, is described as a leading British shipping magnate with long Indian ties. He joined the Viceroy’s Council in 1870s and later chaired major companies. The report also notes Inchcape’s views on India and shipping issues and includes a brief marriage notice.
Milan report notes no weddings in 48 Italian Swiss communes over a year while births occurred in 17 of 260 communes in the Tiving Canton. Deaths exceed births in over 60 communes. 35 report equal births and deaths. Italian stock shows low marriage and birth rates contrasted with Italian brothers. Government laws against birth control propaganda and taxes on bachelors aim to boost marriages.
The notice warns against open flame and gasoline vapors in garages. It advises underground storage tanks, external waste cans for oily rags, weekly burning of waste, avoid sawdust soaking, wooden floors scrubbed with hot water, and having a fire extinguisher and sand. Also mentions Mrs Mary Lowe, 86, visiting Prest on Canada trip.
Berlin observers note growing use of American style thaw window advertising drawing strong crowds. Skits feature mechanical processes like toothpaste filling and live hair waving demonstrations. The piece contrasts old horse-drawn cabs with modern Berlin taxi service as the city transitions.
Hanover, N H January 25 A UPI report states Dartmouth College has regained possession of the desk used by Daniel Webster while a student. The desk returned to the college under the will of the late Mary R Cummings of Lighon. The folding desk measures about four feet long and six inches deep and hides several secret and registered items.
Real estate transfers listed include Mary Dunkley and husband to John Howard for 300.5 dollars in Olmstead subdivision. Griggs and wife to Hasford Investment Co. for a 0x11S foot tract parallel Learnard Avenue. Dodge-Todd Fharnton parcel at Fairfax Addition to Lawrence for 284 dollars. Hundley property at the S W corner of section 36 township 12 range 19 for 1 dollar. N P Dodge and wife Ransom on Fairfax lots 85 66 67 with prices 493 249.5 dollars. The page also contains an unrelated aside about red-haired women and their pride.
A Brookville area update records Mrs Meairs after a long illness and the Meyers and Yeoman families. The piece lists visitors, social calls, and community events from Lawrence to Barker, noting hospital stays, new heating plants, funerals, and farm changes, with recurring names such as Reeves, Kirby, Desque, Byerley, Reed, and Simon. It details neighborly visits, card parties, and church or school interruptions due to weather, plus town business like advertising for items and reporter contact.
In an afternoon session Mrs Jenkins presided as Piario n Center and Charles Simon led discussions with John Bildsgin attending the stockholders and directors meeting of the First.
Local notices recount visits and calls among families including Bert Smith Joe Baldwin George Ratbie and John Miller with hog deliveries and dinners. Obituary honors Elizabeth Jane Scotin born in Carroll County Ohio in 1845 and long Kansas pioneer wife of Samuel Scotin with eight decades of community service and a January 21, 1927 funeral.
A detailed listing from WEAF through WEAF and WABC stations outlines a Wednesday January 26 night of light opera and musical excerpts. It notes varied stations scheduling Gilbert and Sullivan pieces, orchestras, piano solos, choral numbers, and dance programs across multiple markets including Atlanta Boston Detroit Cleveland New York Philadelphia and Montreal with specific time blocks and program names.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a person linked to the Brethren church and her children, with unclear surrounding context or details.
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