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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1928
Page
6
The state’s total bonded indebtedness on June 30 1927 rose to 164 081 946 91 from 156 966 921 20 a gain of 8 115 025 11. County and city obligations led the rise while state bonds remained at 2 500 000. In counties general indebtedness and school district bonds also grew, with various sub divisions posting changes.
The Herald and Examiner reports that Armour stock in Universal Oil Products, once rejected as worthless by bankers, has surged to add about 30 million dollars to the fortune of Mrs Armour. The piece notes historic losses and later earnings, citing banker and family figures and referencing James Mitchell Jr as a key contact.
The Peruvian cruiser Almirante Grau reports via wireless damage from a collision with submarine R-1 off Balboa Colón Panama on January 25. The tug Gorgona was dispatched to assist. No details on damage or loss of life were given as naval vessels maneuvered during the incident. A mental clinic is announced for tomorrow at city hall from 9 to 11 AM conducted by Dr. G. Leonard Harrington. Caroline Kivett, aged twelve, demonstrates writing and fancy lettering using original designs.
A garbled list shows residents and neighbors from Overbrook, Lawrence, and Richland performing farm and home duties. Names include George Simmons, Clarence Rogers, Olie Hiatt, Roy Thurber, John Montfoort, Gladys Heyl, Elmer Thurber, and Will Heyl among others. Activities range from hauling hogs and corn to repairs, visits, and local social events.
Neighbors gather for a Sunday school organization meeting led by Mr. Hubbard at the Mound school house. Numerous visits to Lawrence and Topeka are noted, with residents like Celesta Turber, Ruth Moss, Hazel Moss, and Sarah Gibler seen or mentioned. Households, road work, and church events fill a sequence of biweekly social updates.
Valley Chapel notes record a Thursday quilting session with Mrs. Bis Bond and a list of attendees including Mrs. Mary Frantz and Mrs. Hattie Childs. Next meeting set with Mrs. Porter Bond on February 2. Additional social visits and kinship mentions conclude the brief parish record.
Mrs Potter and children called at Marvin Bond home Sunday evening. Jolly Stitchers club meeting cancelled this week due to the death of Miss Blanch Bond. Rev Longnacker to be at Valley Chapel Sunday.
Federal court deputy clerk Charles Av McGrew reported today a young girl applied a dose of castor oil in an apparent attempt to end her life. The article details her actions and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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