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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1931

Page

2

State bill seeks temporary commission on welfare reform

A Kansas legislature bill would create a temporary information gathering commission to study penal and charitable institutions, crime, pauperism, epilepsy, insanity, and related issues. Five members appointed by the governor would report by January 15, 193 yh with funded travel and clerical support and a requested 10 000 appropriation for the investigation.

University of Kansas Mabel Elliott University Kansas

Deaths and Funerals in Kansas City Area

Obituary notices report the deaths of Abraham H. Dissinger 77 at his son Edward M Us singer home in Kansas City Mo and Florence J Bowen 60 with services held in Lawrence. Survivors include multiple children and relatives in Kansas City Lawrence and Omaha with funeral details to be announced.

Abraham H. Dissinger Abraham H. Dir Edward M. Ussinger Kansas Mr. Dissinger Yons Edward M John E Kai Raness City Herbert J Drake K David Ray Inwood Helen B. Dissin Kansas City Mrs Bart Peated Florence D. Bowen Flornce J. Bowen Philip Bowen Massachusetts Street Tom John F. Watts Cherryvale Pillip Harold Bowen Lawrence Ollie Jones Omaha Rer Dent Robert ‘Jones Francis Black Lucille Naiker Tes 3 Robert Jones, Jr la Lawrence

January weather forecasts and Kansas temperatures rise

Topeka reports one of the finest Januarys with temperatures near 50 to 60 on the horizon after a night dip to around 30 in western Kansas. Dodge City recorded 66 this morning, with a state low of 28. No rainfall in the past day as officials note February remains uncertain. Kansas Day events at the Capitol continue amid bond market notes and local business chatter.

Topeka Weather Bureau S. D. Flora Federal Flora Kansas Dodge City Iona Paris Niecy Montmarte Rete Nin

Senate Moves Against Big Defense Fund Passes

Senate acts to curb a large defense fund amid debates on national security. The chamber advances measures to restrict use, with lawmakers citing fiscal responsibility and transparency concerns.

BIG Defense Fund Senate

Lynch a Slayer His Father Not Harmed

Charles Bannon, 22, confessed a role in the Haven family slayings and was lynched by a mob near Schafer North Dakota. Governor Shafer ordered a full investigation and sent three state officials to the scene as the mob dispersed without shots.

North Dakota Charles Bannon Bismarck N. D George F. Shafer Schafer A. B. Haven Saat Han Ng Sohne Haven Ee Berg Bannon Young Baan Meensie Williams Williston Haven

Rabid Cow Reported Near Fiat Farm

A cow killed near Fiat on Monday tested positive for rabies after notification to Dr. E. G. L. Hacbone following a Kansas City lab result. The Flory family and neighbors administered Pasteur treatments, as the animal escaped from a pasture Sunday afternoon and was captured by local residents. The incident prompted medical cautions for those handling the cow.

Pevere E. G. L. Hacbone Kansas City Flory Fiat

Bertha the Machine Girl Ticket Sale Opens

The KU dramatic offering Bertha the Machine Girl goes on sale this morning in the basement Green Hall. Rehearsals proceed as the organization prepares what may be its biggest revived production in years despite fragmented text.

Bertha Erie Reen Hall

Miners Rescued as Black Damp Traps 29 at Coal Mine

An explosion at the Little Betty coal mine near Lindon Indiana killed 29 miners, with 2 rescued last night and seven more saved this morning. Rescue teams battled gas or black damp, while rescuers and families gathered at the mine mouth. Eight rescuers were temporarily overcome by gas.

Lindon Ind Little Betty Here Lato

Farm Week Set At Kansas State College Exposition

The Co operative club hosts a dinner at Eldridge hotel for farmers wives and men from Topeka and Haines City. Kansas Farm and Home Week runs February 8 to 16 at Kansas State Agricultural College with live stock shows amateur contests and expert talks by faculty plus radio broadcasts.

Co-operative Club Intelock Eldridge Haneas City T. Topeka Kansas Farm Bureau Nual Kansas State Agricultural College J. A. Terrell Colle Gos Sgo Eeemers

Kansas Day dinner speaker urges progress with Kansas grit

Kansas City Kan January 29 AP reports the governor urged Wyandotte County to face modern problems with courage and constructive aid. He warned against retreat to past methods despite economic challenges from overproduction, labor saving devices, and industrial shifts. He cited Kansas oil and gas as potential drivers while stressing prudent progress.

Kansas City Kan Kansas Wyandotte County

Prince of Wales and Prince George Sail Toward Havana

In Hamilton Bermuda on January 29 a P wire report notes the Prince of Wales and Prince George sailed through rough seas toward Havana on their Latin America tour. Crowds gathered as the steamship Oropesa carried them out into the gulf. The brothers, once in flannel then blue pinstripe, attended a late reception at a house with many guests aboard. Oropesa is expected to reach Havana by Sunday.

Hamilton Bermuda Prince of Wales Prince George Havana Spain Cat Prince England South America el Sportsman Oropesa Hevana

Manila lawyer Barba visits Lawrence in 1914 17

Eusebio C. Barba a former Filipino student and law practitioner in Manila visited Lawrence, 1914 to 1917 era. He was hosted by T. J. Sweeney and accompanied by Antonio of Manila. Barba currently practices law in Manila and had engaged in personal business in Washington.

Eusebio C. Barba Filpino Ieakverdi Lawrence Day Manila

Alida Braucher Weds Justus Fugate in Quiet Kansas City Ceremony

Miss Alida Jo sephine Braucher and Justus Fugate married Sunday at the bride’s home in Humbolat it. The ceremony at 1 p.m. was followed by an elaborate dinner. The bride, a former teacher and Phi Beta Kappa member, and the groom, son of Mrs. J. B. Fugate, both hold degrees from the University of Kansas. Guests included Miss Jessamine Braucher and Miss Mary Yowell of Lawrence.

Alida Josephine Braucher Justus Fugate Teery Joseph W.raucher Humbolat Jessamine al Omicron Pi Phi Beta Kappa Mia. J. B. Ate Lawrence Phi Delta Phi Poe Phi Mu Alpha Glee Club Thomas Ore Be Fee New York Aig Fugate Mary Yowell Lawrend Missamine

Personal Notes From Kansas City Visit For Founders Day Dinner

Miss Wichra Miller and Miss Jan et Coulson traveled to Kansas City Tuesday evening to attend the founder's day dinner hosted by Kayappa Theta at the Mission Country Club. Mrs Eva Oskes went to Wichita to visit before the second semester court session. Mrs Frances of the gate house plans to visit Mrs Charles Robicons. Mrs L A Friend returned to Brookfield Missouri Thursday after visiting her niece Mrs A Fansher, accompanied by Mrs Bearerene and Mrs Harry Kings for the weekend.

Wichra Miller Janet Coulson Kansas City Kayappa Theta Mission Country Club Eva Oskes Wichita Frances Charles Robicons L. A. Friend Brookfield Fansher Bearerene Harry ‘Kings

PERCURSORS OF SPRING REPORTED BY MRS SNOW

Mrs Charles Snow reports seeing two robins today from 325 Lincoln Street. Neighbor notes birds at windows, reflecting on seasonal signs and fleeting brightness as spring arrives.

Charles Snow Lincoln Mrs. Snow

Auto street car collision injures driver at city corner

A collision occurred yesterday afternoon between a car driven by Mrs J J Price of 819 Lincoln Street and a street car at the Tenth and New Jersey corner. Price was reportedly uninjured aside from embarrassment as her car skidded onto the tracks after the impact.

J.J. Price Lincoln Tenth New Jersey Irvie Price Frice New Jarrett

Beer Thirst Strikes Paris Wine Men Start Comeback Campaign

In Paris a beer and wine revival effort surfaces as patriotic holiday mood influences dining, with many Montmarte venues reporting sparse crowds and high prices for seats previously sold out. Berlin rules also shift, mandating foreign cars display oval plates with country codes.

Paris

Pleasant Valley gathering draws near 150 attendees

Pleasant Valley events brought together about 150 people including county figures and national representatives. The program featured short remarks from officials, social oysters served around 7, and a supper. Local families and members of the Walton League of Lawrence were noted among attendees with various neighbors visiting and sharing afterward.

Frett, Ntar J. B. Akers Franklin Reading Pleasant Valley Belka Igh Bingham John Blough Jay Khantere Model Bob Holcom Misa Nevas H. D. Rathrock Vivien Otto Luck Rowan Pleasant Ly Dan Ray Howard Lynch Walter, Grauberger

Valley Grove Invites All for Sunday Gathering

Community invites residents to join a Sunday event at Valley Grove with Mrs Millard Stewart overseeing activities at Tepe Haack Bead of Tepe. Details are partial but the call is for attendance.

Mra Millard Stewart

Fragmented local notes from a county paper

Readable fragments record routine items: school, vacations, and neighbors. Mentions include Miss Davizon visiting MecLou with sister Verna the teacher, a county road unit grade affecting patrolmen, ladies meeting at Mrs. Arthur’s home, Charles of O'Neil hauling hogs to Kansas City, and relatives visiting Winchester. The text is partial and scattered without a single clear event or outcome.

Baiea Rollin Smith Eleasor Cierioel Davizon Verna Ekenice Seaeows Arthur Charles of O'Neil Kansas City Russell Stewart Ma Barhonds and Son Chester Nine Perle Charles, Petrie Evelyn Ousdahl Midogites Grane Ladies de Petrie Winchester Re Edna Mai

Wheat market rallies amid weather and supply notes

Wheat showed a sharp late advance aiding upturns as weather and supply concerns influenced prices. Declines hit corn and oats with new low records. primary arrivals and pack outcomes limited price gains while the Farm Board signaled possible acreage reductions to support stabilizing actions.

Chicago Ta Farm Board

Prairie and Market Notes from Kansas City Hay Market

Kansas City Hay Market reports receipts of 50 carloads with No 2 alfalfa leafy at 25.00, No 2 leafy 16.66 to 15.60, Prairie No 1 11.6 to 12.86, No 2 9.00 to 11.00, Timothy No 1 14.50 to 15.00, No 2 13.00 to 14.00. Wool and grain quotes mixed as markets retreat with cautious trading and declines in some grain futures.

Kansac City Yante Timothy

How One Woman Lost 20 Lbs Fat

An advertisement claims a woman shed twenty pounds using a product called XRUSCHEN SALTS. It touts a simple, quick method with a money back claim and urges readers to try the bottle, promising dramatic fat loss within weeks.

Kesner Gov

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