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Lawrence Journal World

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Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1934

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Von Papen Stripped of Vice Chancellorship in Nazi Shakeup

Berlin July 5 Franz von Papen loses the vice chancellor office and the Nazi party foreign department posts but will stay in the cabinet as Saar commissioner. Nazis plan to replace his staff. he may rest or stay in Berlin for health. Rumors spread of anti Jewish violence and unrest outside Berlin as Cardinal Faulhaber’s status alarms Catholics. A list of executions after the weekend upheaval is not to be published.

Assocated Berlin Franz von Papen Burr Foreign Department Nazi Party Saar Michael Faulhaber Munich von Papen Hitler Associated Press Frau von Papen Oii Aj Thore von Paper Pies Stdolph Hess Hermann Wilhelm Goering Hess Goering Faulhaber Reich Silesia Germany Altho Thrz

Police Battle Rioters In Amsterdam Riot Deadly Clashes

In Amsterdam on July 5 clashes between police and unemployed demonstrators aided by communists left one man dead and several injured, with many evacuated to hospitals. Police repeatedly charged to restore order as unrest continued into the afternoon. Receives News of Death - William Brooks Durst obituary note from Monroe Michigan details his death in London June 21. he was a longtime landscape gardener at Westminster Abbey.

Amsterdam Holland Harry Hutchings Lillian Brooks Durst Monroe Mich William Brooks London Gardner Westminster Abbey

Weather Summary for Kansas Regions Tonight and Friday

Forecast shows a chance of local thunderstorms in the west and north portions tonight or Friday, with generally fair conditions in the southeast. It will be cooler in the northeast tonight and again in the west and north Friday. Morning outlook calls for clear skies, and road conditions include dirt roads and Douglas County routes. Temperatures report yesterday at 7 AM 102, 2 PM around 108, maximum yesterday 107, minimum today 86.

Kansas Douglas County Sfoon

iState to Pay Amount Due on Bonus Bonds Topeka

Kansas state treasurer J J Rhodes says the state has funds to cover 21 472 000 due on soldiers bonus bonds with 1 000 000 already sent to the fiscal agency in New York and additional funds available from the school fund commission if needed immediately. Auditor Will J French notes bondholders delayed in sending in bonds and coupons. July 1 bond due totals 1 000 000 principal and 472 000 interest with another 472 000 interest due next January.

Topeka Kansas J. J. Rhodes Rhodes New York State School Fund Commission Will J. French

Home Raid For Vice Chancellor Von Papen

Berlin reports Nazi police raided the home of Vice Chancellor Franz von Papen last night after earlier detentions. Von Papen’s wife relayed the incident to an AP correspondent noting the security presence and lingering questions about his political future.

Von Hindenburg Hosts Siamese King and Queen at Neudeck

President Von Hindenburg greeted King and Queen of Siam at his east Prussian estate after a state luncheon. The ceremony featured a goose stepping detachment as soldiers presented before the royal party. Hindenburg, pale but regally received, walked with a cane and a physician nearby.

Neudeck Germany von Hindenburg Siam Hindenburg

Three Dead In Crash At New York Grandstand Collapse

Three inmates were killed and about sixty were injured when a grandstand collapsed at a New York correctional facility Fourth of July festival. Prisoners had built the stand with cast iron framing leading to the fatal disaster as guards and doctors led rescue efforts. Warden Schleth had authorized inmates to arrange the program aiming to give them a break.

New York Correction Hospital Arthur Corneil George Meyers Luther Townsend Henry L. Schleth

WOUNDS KILL YOUNG BANDIT NEAR TULSA

Floyd liver, a young gunman wounded in an ambush by officers at a lovers lane near Tulsa, died today in a local hospital. His alleged companion Alton James alias Billy Ward was held in jail on a robbery with firearms charge tied to depredations on couples in the lane area. he was arrested in Midland Arkansas.

Falsa Okla Floyd Liver Lovers Lane Alton James Billy Ward

Brinkley to miss protest hearing in Topeka

Dr. John R. Brinkley, seeking the Republican gubernatorial nomination, will skip a protest hearing before the state contest board in Topeka. Protests by J. W. Densford and Dan Casement continue, citing eligibility and residency questions as they await Brinkley’s remote replies by telegram.

Ryan Brinkley Ryan Brinkley Roland Boynton Will J. French

Plan to Proportion Electoral Votes Faces Push

Washington July 4 AP President Roosevelt backs extending minority influence in presidential elections. Representative Lea plans to re introduce a constitutional amendment in the next Congress to divide electoral votes by popular vote percentages. The plan would award 3 of Oregon's 5 votes to the leader with 30 000 ballots under Lea's math.

Washington Roosevelt Representative Lea Cal House Elections Committee House Oregon Lea New York

Wanted in Kansas Escaped Oklahoma Killers Identified

Denzel Chastain and Bert Pope, jailed in Kansas, are identified as a bank robbery duo who fled Oklahoma where they served life terms for a killing. They allegedly robbed the Whiting state bank of 1560 dollars in June and were captured at Beatrice after a tourist camp arrest. Arthur Chastain remains in Beatrice jail.

Lincoln, Neb Fred Benton Denzel Chastain Bert Pope Oklahoma Beatrice State Bank Whiting Kan Benton Brown County Chastain Arthur Iail Johnson

Code Administrator Is Not Ill in New York

Hugh S Johnson NRA administrator rejected illness rumors in New York on July 5. He said he came to golf and rest with Bernard Baruch and would return to Washington soon. He insisted he was not ill and had been seeking a break from duties.

New York Hugh S. Johnson NRA Spike Baruch Bernard ) Baruch Johnson Washington

Gains in deposits loom as banks report call results

Washington July 56 AP The June 30 call shows deposits rising from the 1930- era lows with total bank deposits at 38 646 000 000 versus a 1929 peak of 55 268 000 000. The surge reflects liquidated credit and more money in circulation. reserves suggest banks could support about 80 000 000 000 in deposits, signaling a rebound though shy of 1929 prosperity levels.

Washington America Comptroller Federal Reserve Board Federal Reserve System Reserve Board

Boynton Probes Topeka Water Pump Purchase

Topeka attorney general Roland Boynton opened an inquiry into the city’s 1931 purchase of a water pump for 32 500 from W F Birch & Company of Chicago. Muskegon Michigan had sold a broker the pump for 32 000 after Muskegon paid 2 000. Readings were given by M E Linton Henry Fichtner Dean Van Ness and Charles Godlove. Former mayor W O Rigby and former street commissioner W A Larson were summoned for information. The pump, inspected by Linton and Godlove, was several years old and originally cost 80 000.

Topeka Roland Boynton Muskegon Mich Boynton M. E. Linton Henry Fichtner Water Department Dean van Ness Charles Godlove W. 0. Rigby W. A. Larson Linton Godlove W. F. Birch & Company Chicago City of

Denver Probe Explodes Over City Officials Ties

Denver citizens await disclosure of which of eight council members patronized a Capital Hill resort alleged to host high school girls with mature men. District Attorney Wettengill cites several judges and reports neighbors’ police visits as part of the inquiry. Ray Humphreys warns many leads involve public officials. A mother’s tip about a missing 15 year old girl prompted the DA’s probe.

Denver Capital Hill Earl Wettengill Ray Humphreys Humphreys

Boiler Blast Fatal to One Injures Another

A Santa Fe locomotive boiler explosion near Wright, Kansas fatally scalded Walter J. Scherer of Newton and seriously burned fireman Harry Warren. The engine remained on tracks after the blast and two workers were evacuated. Warren shown potential recovery. government inspectors and railway officials opened inquiries. Meanwhile, Carl Church alias Slim King pleaded guilty to first degree murder in Jefferson Wisconsin. Mark Wilson died from injuries after being thrown from a horse in Longview Washington. his mother-in-law Mrs. Mack travels to Longview.

Dodge City Kan Santa Fe Walter J. Scherer Newton Harry Warren Santa Fe No. 3 Wright Scherer Church Jefferson Wis Carl Church George “Slim” King Marl Gentry Grand Dragon Indiana Ku Klux Klan Justice of the Peace Court Mark Wilson Longview Wash J. B. Mack Wilson Mr. Wilson Caney

Woman to Die on Gallows in California Murder Case

Nellie Madison, once a Montana cowgirl, was sentenced to die by hanging at San Quentin on September 24 for murdering her husband Eric, a movie studio cafe manager, in Los Angeles on July 5.

Los Angeles Nellie Madison Montana San Quentin Prison Eric

Man's Heart Repaired and Beating Strong

Lancaster, July 5 AP — George Hampton, 41, stabbed ten days ago, shows a heart strong enough for him to sit up in a wheelchair. Doctors expect full recovery. Dr. John L. Atlee Jr. removed the heart, stitched the wound, and replaced it. Hampton’s pulse was imperceptible at hospital admission after an alleged attack by his house keeper.

Lancaster George Hampton Hampton John L. Atlee, Jr

New Drug Act Fails in Congress Prompting Reintroduction

Miss Selma Gottlieb of the University water laboratory spoke at a Kiwanis meeting in Wiedemann's on the proposed new pure food and drug act. Known as the Tugwell and later the Copeland bill, it aims to close loopholes in the 1906 act by including cosmetics, tightening advertising rules, and imposing faster, harsher penalties. Enforcement challenges, questions about USDA jurisdiction, and costs were noted, with state laws needing alignment before enforcement could begin.

Congress Selma Gottlibh University Water Laboratory Kiwanis Club Wiedemann’s Copeland Bill. the Main Purpose of the Bill, Miss Gottlieb

White House Disbands Darrow Board Order Canceling NRC

Washington July 5 AP The White House issued an executive order by President Roosevelt abolishing the National Recovery Review Board led by Clarence Darrow. The order states the board has completed its duties and with resignations of the chair and two members, its reports no longer reflect the body. Remaining members are urged to discontinue the board. Jacobs to Final Rounds Wimbledon Eng July 5 AP Helen Hull Jacobs US tennis champion advances to the final round of the all England championships with a straight set win over Joan Hartigan 6-2 6-2 in the semi finals of women's singles.

Washington White House Roosevelt National Recovery Review Board Clarence Darrow

Yankees Top Senators on Gehrig Homers and More

Lou Gehrig's two home runs and two singles powered the New York Yankees to a 3 to 2 win over the Washington Senators with Johnny Broack earning his fourth victory. In other action, Philadelphia beat Boston 14 to 1 as Camilli and George Davis homered for the Phillies. The New York Giants, Cleveland, and Chicago results noted.

New York Lou Gehrig Ind Ard New York Yankees Washington Senators Johnny Broack New Yorkers Washington York Stewart Brosen Dickey Heston Daly Philidelphia Sox Tinh Phiddelphia Boston LOS Cascarelle TcColl Sewell Henton Berry Rhodes Welch Ostermueller J. Ferrell Gleveland Oho Oral Wiklebrand Indiana Hight-Hender Chicare George Earnshaw Chicago Oya Coo Gox Ladjeski Hildebrand Prtlak Philadelphia Camilll George Davis Boston Braves McManus Berger Braves Khem Brandt Smith Spohrer Davis Gradbowski Johnson Colling York Brooklyn Schumacher Castleman Bell

Record Heat Shatters July Mark in Lawrence

Yesterday's 108 degree high, reported by Prof. C J Posey, sets a new summer peak and ties the July high first set in 1901 and matched in 1911. The 92 average for the day is a Lawrence vicinity record, with 76 low and 83 noted as the highest minimum of the year. Weather clues point to continued heat and drought harming Douglas county corn and potatoes as water scarcity and dry winds persist. tourists report extreme heat rivaling desert regions.

C. J. Posey Althe Lawrence Posey United States Douglas County Kansas

Damage Suit Against Convict in Stewart County Case

A damage suit for 101000.35 was filed in district court today against George E. Taylor a prisoner in the Kansas state prison over a shooting in Lawrence on July 6 1932 Everett Christenson seeks 50000 actual and 50000 punitive damages plus 1008.35 hospital bill claiming wounds forced him to quit his dressed poultry business Taylor who is serving one to five years for assault with intent to commit a felony is said to have wounded his wife as well The suit continues a 100000 action filed in Douglas county and is being moved for service since Taylor is now in Lansing state prison Also two youths Raymond and Roland Akins 14 and 13 drowned in the Kaw river at Jefferson street Topeka police said one boy stepped into a hole and the other tried to rescue him with the younger body recovered by Pete Nicholas and the elder by Officer Glenn Harris

Leavenworth Kan Kansas State Prison Lawrence Everett Christenson George E. Taylor C. F. Baldwin Taylor Douglas County Wilson Hugh Means Lansing Franklin County Bessie Taylor Topeka Raymond Akins Roland Akins Kaw Jefferson Street Pete Nicholas Glenn Harris Raymond Ymond Dagen

Stock Market Index Brief Shows Mixed Tuesday Activity

The stock market index for 90 stocks reports a 19.0 point move on Tuesday with mixed gains and losses across sectors. Traders weigh signals from earnings, inflation data, and Federal policy expectations as volume remains modest.

Frazier-Lemke Debt Law Invoked in Court

In Kansas City on July 6 AP reports the new Frazier Lemke debt law granting a five year moratorium to bankrupt farmers had its first test in federal court. Judge Albert L Reeves issued an injunction delaying a Clay county sheriff foreclosure of a Birmingham area farm. Mary A Hughes trustees the estate of Alice H Hughes filed the petition citing heavy debt. Liens of deeds of trust stood for Kansas City Life Insurance Co and Clay County Building and Loan Assoc of Liberty Mo.

Kansas City Albert L. Reeves Clay County Birmingham Mary A. Hughes Alice H. Hughes Kansas City Life Insurance Company Clay County Building and Loan Association of Liberty

Crowds Attend Douglas County Church Union Meeting

A large crowd gathered yesterday at Holcom's grove for the United Brethren and Evangelical churches fellowship meeting tied to a proposed national merger. About 400 to 600 people heard bishops from both churches speak on a stronger union and righteous living, with musical numbers and a noon basket dinner. The merger action will be considered in Akron in October. nine Douglas County churches would be affected. Attendees included bishops from Kansas City Missouri and pastors G W Landis C O Main N H Huffman E O Burgert and Paul Clarke plus wives and families.

United Brethren and Evangelical Churches Douglas County Holcom’s Grove United Brethren Church Evangelical Church Akron Bishon A. B. Statton John S. Stamm Kansas City G. W. Landis C. O. Main United Brethren N. H. Huffman Lacygne Nev. E. O. Burgert Evangelical Paul Clarke Topeka

Landon seeks partial drought relief zones in Kansas

Governor Alf M Landon urged FE W Sheets emergency drought relief director to allow Kansas to designate scattered areas as drought relief territory to avoid designating three fourths of the state. The plan targets counties or families for maximum relief, while 55 counties are already designated as secondary drought counties for special freight rates. The relief involves federal purchase of distressed livestock, processing, and meat distribution to relief recipients within the county.

Oneka Alf. M. Landon FE. W. Sheets Drouth Kansas

Pastor Drowns In Lake After Car Plunges In

Rev. P. H. Seise Baptist evangelist and former Armour Heights pastor drowned when his motor car rolled into Troost lake at about 1 50 a m five feet of water. Fire crews pulled the car out and daylight revealed the body several feet away. Coroner’s chief deputy James Gleeson, Jr said no suicide signs. family suspected accident. Investigators think wheels may have locked causing loss of control as the car entered the lake.

Kansas City P. H. Seise Armour Heights Troost Lake James Gleeson, Jr Mr. Seise

Quiet Fourth Delights Lawrence with No Major Incidents

Lawrence and Douglas County marked Independence Day with record heat topping 108 degrees yet no serious fireworks injuries or heat illnesses were reported. Police noted orderly cracker activity in the business district, a grass fire was extinguished, and traffic moved safely on routes 40 73W and 10 amid widespread fireworks displays.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital Douglas County

Corn crop hard hit in Kansas drought reports

Topeka July 5 AP Weather Bureau reports crop conditions in southeastern Kansas have grown critical as drought continues. Corn tassels in hot, dry periods show leaf rolling and stunting with little evidence in southwest. Eastern Kansas crops fair, west poor. Pastures burned, alfalfa yields small, wheat and oats nearly harvested. grasshopper and chinch bug damage noted in eastern counties.

Topeka Tcorn Kansas United States Weather Bureau Weather Bureau

Rites Held For Former Senator Chester Long In Wichita

Kansans gathered in Wichita to honor Chester I. Long former U S senator and ABA president. Hutchinson attorney F Dumont Smith delivered the eulogy at a mansion once Long’s home as Col Bruce Griffith led the service. Burial followed in the old mission mausoleum.

Wichita Kan Chester I. Long United States Kansas American Bar Association Washington F. Dumont Smith Hutchinson Long Col Bruce Griffith Mission

Rat snake bites four year old in Atlanta home

In Atlanta on July 5 AP reports a rattlesnake crawled into a bed where four year old John Hill Vickers was sleeping and sank its fangs into his left hand. The father, John Hill Vickers Jr, awoke to screams, applied a tourniquet, and transported the boy to a hospital where antivenom was given. The father then shot the snake found coiled in a bedroom corner.

Atlanta John Hill Vickers

Emporia Population Grows in Tax Assessor’s Report

In Emporia Kansas the tax assessor’s figures show a population of 13 726 for this year, up 808 from last spring. The 1930 federal census recorded 14 000, with additional note of Keeler’s Book Store referenced.

Emporia Kan

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Shelve von Papen Fran von Papen Hit~ler Tulsa John R. Brinkley Alf M. Landon Frank J. Ryan Densford J. W. Densford Salina Dan Casement Manhattan Casement Darrow Journal-World Leavenworth County Everett Christenson Raymond and United Brethren Churches Landon Pastor Albany N. Y Earl H. Gallup Anna Antonio Sing Sing Hamilton Chester T. Long Snake Small Boy Agirenorka Keeler's Book Store
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