Fragmentary Notice of Meeting Time Unclear
The readable text mentions a meeting or call between unspecified parties and a time around 7:30. Details are garbled with names and places not discernible.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1924
Page
2
The readable text mentions a meeting or call between unspecified parties and a time around 7:30. Details are garbled with names and places not discernible.
The text cites Coolidge with an endorsement and references a secretary in the cabinet. It discusses Democrats in New York, party elimination goals, and mentions a Republican and the Ku Klux Klan in a political context. The tone implies critique of partisan conflicts and public service records.
The piece surveys Republican hopes for 1924, noting two main candidates Coolidge and LaFollette. It reflects on party unity, the desire for able representatives beyond rubber stamps, and the impact of reformers and intellectuals on public discourse. It also lightly critiques oratory style and tongue imagery in political life.
The Journal World notes the North Lawrence school controversy has spotlighted factions yet urges residents to act for peace. Observers say citizens can live in harmony, co operate, or move away, and only cooperation builds the best ward school and Lawrence's future.
The Boston festival of the Benevolent Protective Order opens today and runs through the day with features on pioneer customs and western life. Ras Tafuri the Abyssinian Prince Regent visits as guest of the British nation to discuss foreign affairs and public interest.
Endorsements from Willow Springs residents back Democratic ticket candidates for township offices. L A Florye and M L King file for township trustee and treasurer respectively, with Sarders seeking township work. A J Mitchell county attorney notes trial declarations filed after June 20 at noon are not legal.
IS ILL IN MISSOURI Word was received this morning that Fred Shadwell's wife will not recover from an appendix operation performed Wednesday in West Plains Missouri. Mr Shadwell left to join his wife who fell ill visiting her parents in West Plains. Tom Null was arrested on the north fort to fort highway for speeding and fined 97.50. He pleaded guilty before Justice John Clark. William D Wolf departed for aviation reserve officer school at Kansas City. F S Hestermania trips to Topeka on business.
The regular monthly educational meeting at First Christian Church will be led by Mr Woods the “guppt interent” with all teachers officers and interested members urged to attend. Plymouth Congregational and First Christian churches plan joint Sunday morning services through August with unity and attendance encouraged.
The Sunday school attendance in Lawrence shows white groups with 771 children 398 youth 78 students 731 adults totaling 1068, and colored groups with 124 children 27 adults totaling 151. Grand total attendance 2119. The ten schools with the largest attendance are First Methodist First Christian Congregational First Baptist First Presbyterian.
The Lawrence district aims for strong representation at the annual picnic to be held at Brown's Grove on July 31. A bike parade, school banners, decorated cars, and a band are planned with a full afternoon of games and activities to engage each local school.
After Independence Day the camp prep begins for Rotary Camp starting July 10 with B. H. Emmett directing the boy work and Lloyd Houston in charge of Scout duties. Staff includes Lester Staub and Mr. Akright assisting. Donald Dixon serves as second cook with four K P helpers. A canteen will operate ten minutes twice daily for ten cent purchases, profits funding cook and supplies. Boys must bring Scout handbook, notebooks, writing gear, stamps, knife, tackle, toothbrush set, towels, handkerchiefs, hair, underwear, extra clothing, and a tin plate with utensils. Registration handled by Hovey Hanna.
Eudora notes celebrate Henrietta Gerstenberger’s birthday with a large cake as relatives gather. Sections detail visits from William Bittel en route from California to Illinois, and a Tuesday dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman for Bute Cov. Also covered are lodge installations, community notices, class farewells, and upcoming Vacation Bible School plans with enrollment and schedule.
Mrs Hulda Price and children Ethel Mae and Dinsmore from High Prairie visited the Jim Kassinger home for dinner Sunday. Mr and Mrs Chas Kassinger and their young son from Lawrence joined the Kassinger family and relatives in the afternoon. Rev J L Montgomery and wife with children Gloria Letha Neva Fay Etta and Kenneth dined at A Wray’s. Mrs Dérid and son Jesse from Lake Vie were at the D A house.
The Commerce Department reports summer afternoons bring weak radio signals and strong disturbances. Tests show high power European stations weaken most at sunset. Observers note atmospheric conditions between hot afternoons and sunset reduce reception efficiency.
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