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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1927
Page
4
The World Journal listing subscription costs and delivery terms appears amid a 1927 issue. It includes pricing for weekly and yearly plans and postal details, followed by a biblical verse and commentary on the Chinese troubles as traders seek favorable terms, noting risk of conflict escalation and the traders’ reputation.
A speaker at a Lawrence club argues that U S policy in Central America has followed a shared pattern across administrations. Secretaries of state, imperialist or anti imperialist, acted similarly when crises arose, reflecting common sense working with the situation. The speaker defends U S influence as contributing to order and prosperity in regions affected by its presence.
Regional Pesce officers note many people in corn growing areas anticipated moves toward using corn to create industrial alcohol before Senator Stewart proposed raising the tariff on blackstrap molasses. The shift reflects earlier consideration of industrial use among rural producers.
The text notes Senate Democrats have tried to undermine the Coolidge economy program but have not succeeded, while suggesting they are likely to continue earnest efforts given observed successes in previous political maneuvers.
Readers anticipate political coverage as Kansas Day club meets in Topeka and editors in session at the capi tal. The legislature is on the job and many visitors expect conversations to center on politics in the capital.
The fragment hints at political scandal rumors surrounding Gladstone and a libel trial, noting Judge Landis as another figure showing past misconduct. The text suggests reputational damage potential and broader inquiries into who should have behaved differently.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a garbled note about weekend and state legislation. No identifiable people, places, dates, or actions emerge to form a coherent headline.
A proposed bill would require counties to continue extending state highways to neighboring borders, prompting concerns over cross county planning and the impact on travel for residents returning home. It suggests counties might initiate steps to push route extensions up to state boundary lines.
The Grange elevator machinery to be powered by a steam engine. Repairs ongoing at the L. Lo G. crossing on Warren Street. Dr Uf W Howe, popular dentist, went to Russell for work and will visit other towns. T L Di L Tash of Hendry Tash traveled to Leavenworth on business. Frank Scott, ex K P Southwestern agent, visited en route from Colorado to Cincinnati. A child from Dan Innes’s firm Geo Innes & Co fractured an arm. Faxon’s pony, loose before, was found six miles south after days. Recent marriage licenses issued: Hoover Brown, Jranning Pennington, Sugare Murphy, Jennings Sugure. Eleventh Turner Society anniversary at Turner Hall with gymnastic feats, music, tableaux, and a strong address by president Walruff.
Boaz hosted with tea for Mrs Ed Schall's guests including Misses Goodman Pettijohn Russell Bruner. Miss Anna Gustafson entertained twelve friends at whist. Mrs Lizzie Sheldon traveled to Topeka for Kansas Bar Association meeting and law school graduate news. Many went to Topeka for Kansas Day Club banquet with notable attendees listed. Fiddlers contest for Associated Charities produced prizes including a $50 violin to WT Howe Clinton. George Sheets looked for store site in Indian Territory. store papering started at A D Weaver’s.
Paul Berlenbach and Mike McTigue weighed in for their twelve round light heavyweight title fight at Madison Square Garden. Berlenbach carried an eight pound advantage over McTigue, as the two former champions posted 177 and 169 respectively.
The January review of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City notes a large volume of banking and business, with high production and distribution of commodities. Crude oil output set a weekly record, meat and flour production remained strong, and winter prospects for agriculture looked favorable amid growing livestock and crop activities.
Compiled by United Press a detailed tabulation of a Romeo et Juliette opera broadcast, listing numerous radio stations across the United States with times, orchestras, conductors, and presenters. The compiled schedule names cities, stations, and orchestral ensembles, reflecting an era of dense network programming and live performances.
Perry County Illinois marks its hundredth birthday as observances span Faboridation Day in Australia and Carnation Day for McKinley memory. Topeka celebrates Kansas admission anniversary while Gen. Stedman turns 86 and Boston pioneer Wright reaches 80. New England Show opens in Boston and Woman's National Expo begins in St. Louis with Princess Grant's relative speech. A New York conference of Jewish leaders opens on religion concerns. Naval Captain Evans, born in Indianapolis, details a storied career from World War I transport duties to governor of American Samoa. Soviet official denies planned Chinese intervention in a public statement in Leningrad.
Waldo Evans, U.S.N., retired, appointed governor of the Virgin Islands succeeding the late Captain Mar. The announcement marks a transition in colonial administration and sets Evans to oversee local affairs and duties in the Caribbean territory.
A vintage collection review noting Ey. We Lucas and Frederick A Stokes new titles. The Flamp tale centers on a misunderstood giant animal and children who show him sympathy, bringing peace to the town. Other stories praised include The Ameliorator and The Schoolboy Apprentice with vivid Scottish moors settings and lively plots.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a rough police mention. It references city officers and a rubber tire phrase but lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or locations to form a clear incident or outcome.
A historic fortress overlooking Eisenach at 1200 feet remains fragile as restoration lags. Friends of the assistance government coordinate limited repairs in a dingy second floor room where Luther translated the Bible. Authorities race to preserve the frescoes of Saint Elizabeth amid exposed arcades and ongoing decay.
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