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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1934

Page

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Student sought in girl's death at Oklahoma campus

Norman AP July 11 A county attorney said he believes Marian Mills 20 a University of Oklahoma student died from overdoses of a medicine after an alleged attempt to prevent motherhood. Neal Myers a pharmacy student disappeared after summonsing a physician and told Mrs Hazel Brown the girl and he had married. Autopsy pending as relatives dispute details with Mrs Brown a longtime campus cook.

Cook P. B. Myers Norman Neal Mills Bernard Doud Shreveport Myers Hugh G. Jeter University School of Medicine Oklahoma City Ben Cooley E. G. Willard Brown Updegraff Miss Mills Young Myers

German Regime Moves to End Rumor Mongering

Berlin July 11 AP Nazi authorities seek to extend dictatorship to rumor mongering. Decrees against spreading false reports issued by Nazi leaders and police chiefs, governors, and ministry officials. Reports of shootings of storm troop leaders appear current despite denials.

Berlin Reich Propaganda Ministry

Young Republicans in Chicago form national group

In Chicago on July 11 AP Young Republicans launched a national organization session to echo elder charges against the administration. They condemned government waste debt and fear tactics and urged liberty honor security and progress. Dolly Madison was elected vice chairman with George Olmstead as chairman awaiting a full meeting.

Chicago Committee Ames K. Bagley Salt Lake City Republican Party John D. M. Hamilton Hamilton Dolly Madison Metuchen N. J George Olmstead Des Moines

Seek Orchestra Leader on Tax Evasion Charge

Berlin reports an arrest warrant for Otto Klemperer, famed conductor of the San Francisco Orchestra and guest with the New York Philharmonic, on tax evasion charges. The Reich ministry of finance announced confiscation of his property and urged debt registries, with a possible temporary detention and surrender to prosecutors if returned to Germany.

Otto Klemperer San Francisco Berlin New York Philharmonic Society Klemperer State Opera Reich Ministry of Finance Germany Reich Treasury Switzerland New York Buenos Aires Los Angeles

Gerard Warns Hitler Likely to Die by Assassin

Former ambassador James W. Gerard told a New York Kiwanis club gathering that Hitler would sooner or later be killed by an assassin seeking vengeance for Nazi purge victims. He quoted that he who lives by the sword must die by the sword, noting the danger hangs by a tenuous thread.

New York James W. Gerard Germany Hitler Mr. Gerard Kiwanis Club

Wheat and corn make half crop in Kansas report

The Kansas state board and the U S department of agriculture estimate wheat at 80,266,000 bushels and corn at 73,444,000 for this year, with hay and oats also down. The July forecast shows drought and dry conditions reducing yields and pasture, keeping carryovers low.

Topeka Kansas State Board United States Department of Agriculture J. ©. Mohler State Board of Agriculture FP. K. Reed Federal Agricultural Statistician

Monument to Crazy Horse Started at Fort Robinson

In Crawford Nebraska construction has begun on a monument to Sioux chief Crazy Horse at Fort Robinson under Fort Commander Major E. N. Hardy. A Labor Day dedication will be staged by local civic clubs. Crazy Horse was killed nearby on September 5, 1877. A stone for the monument is being cut from Black Hills granite.

Crawford Neb Crazy Horse Fort Robinson E. N. Hardy Black Hills South Dakota

Stock Market Index Rises to 79.4 on 90-Stock Average

The stock market index, calculated from 90 stocks, shows a value of 79.4. Reports indicate a slight movement yesterday, with traders noting modest gains and steady activity across major sectors.

Grain price surge hits Chicago markets on crop forecast

In Chicago on July 11, traders sent wheat and corn to limit gains after the government forecast the 1934 grain crop would be the smallest in 383 years. Prices jumped as buy orders flooded LaSalle Street pits, with September wheat near 93 cents and corn around 61 cents, while oats, rye, and barley also rose. Private estimates had favored reductions but trailed the government figure, and reactions ranged from excitement to profit-taking as the day closed near the limit.

Chicago United States LaSalle Street Midwest B. W. Snow Snow

Change Powers of the Soviet Secret Police

Moscow July 11 AP The O G P U now merges into a new people's commissariat of internal affairs with Heinrich Jagoda to head it. The reform abolishes judiciary functions of the secret police and assigns state safety cases to the supreme court of the union. Deportation exile and labor camps will be run by a new special body.

Moscow O.G.P.U Kremlin Soviet Union Union Supreme Court of the Union War Collegium Supreme Court Thehairman Central Executive Committee

Must Show Cause for Not Issuing a License

New York July 11 AP Supreme Court Justice Peter Schumack ordered officials of the marriage license bureau to show cause why Violet Hilton a 26 year old Siamese twin should be issued a license to marry Maurice Lambert 29 musical director of the sisters troupe. The license was denied after the corporation counsel ruled against it on moral grounds. The order returnable tomorrow was served on deputy clerk Phillip A Hines. Also included is a report of Ashton Wells who, after nightmares, leaped from a window in Blountstown Florida sustaining injuries from a 15 foot fall.

New York Supreme Court Peter Schumack Marriage License Bureau Violet Hilton Phillip A. Hines Hilton Twins Violet Maurice EL. Lambert New York City Corporation Counsel's

Dinner Nets $70,000 for G. O. P. Fund

In Chicago 65 business men paid just over $1,000 per plate at the Old Elm Country Club. The event raised $70,000 for the Republican campaign fund, with chairman Henry P. Fletcher announcing the total after collecting contributions. Fletcher had set Chicago's quota at $100,000.

Chicago Old Elm Country Club G.O.P Henry P. Fletcher Republican National Committee

Oil men get more under Roosevelt oil policy

Secretary Ickes said the oil industry’s steady march under the code added about half a billion dollars to producers’ pockets. He highlighted conservation of petroleum, creation of up to 100,000 jobs, higher prices without burdening consumers, and preservation of filling stations.

Washington Ickes Oil Administration Roosevelt United States

Warship possible to Norwegian fishing grounds amid protest

London reports may send a British warship to the Norwegian fishing grounds after a protest over Norwegian naval interference with British trawlers. A British Trawlers association delegation met Sir Anthony Eden who said an early warship visit would be considered, while Norway is urged to reply satisfactorily.

London Foreign Office Norway British Trawlers Association Anthony Eden Eden

Baseball brief from July NL and AL games across cities

AP reports Cubs beat Braves 3-1 with Guy Bush earning his eleventh win as Boston and Chicago split a doubleheader. Giants top Pirates 3-2 with Bill Terry homering in New York. Dodgers defeat Reds 6-2 as Beare earns win in Brooklyn. Philadelphia and St Louis mix in early hits as Charley horse sidelines Frisch.

Philadelphia CATS Phil Collins St. Louis Cardinals Phillies Joe Delancey Card Lune Frankin Frisch Charleyhorse St. Louie Carleton Hilnex V. Davis P. Collins Wilson Aston Duly Guy Bush Chicago Cubs Oston Braves Boston Malone Hartnett Brandt Spohrer New York Bill Terry New York Giants Pittsburgh Pirates Terry Lefty O'Dell Pittsburgh Hoyt Swift Padden Grace Schumacher Mancuso Brooklyn Brooklyn Dodgers Cincinnati Reds Ray Beare Dodgers Cincinnati Brooklyn Johnson Lombard O'Farrell Benge Siukeforth Washington Serge Éomas Kilne Crowder Russell Sewell Hamlin Hogaett Auker Hayworth Ee Ieee Journal-World

New York School Work Ahead Fast

Construction at the New York school progresses with column form work and rapid concrete pour planned. Roofs rest on concrete columns to reduce cracking. bricklaying slated to start August 1 as repairs occur at Cord Ley McAllaster Lincoln and other plants. junior high auditorium remodel adds a stage. termite damage prompts new floor treatments and flat roof repairs eyed by Superintendent Birch.

New York School New York Lawrence Cordley McAllaster Lincoln C. E. Birch Von

Tornado Injures Seven in Jacksonville HL July News

A tornado struck Jacksonville HL injuring at least seven people and causing about 500000 dollars in damage. The storm produced 12 unroofed buildings two homes damaged windows shattered and a circus tent destroyed with 30000 to 40000 dollars in losses. Fi ward Perry of Imlay City was among the injured with possible skull fracture broken shoulder and leg. doctors expect recovery. The tornado moved from north of town along a narrow path southward amid rain and hail disrupting lights and communications except one wireless outlet.

Jacksonville Here Fiward Perry Imlay City Mick Vircus Employe Sam B. Dill Perry

Insull asks judge to dismiss bankruptcy indictment

In Chicago on July 11 AP reports Samuel Insull’s lawyer Floyd E. Thompson argued that Insull’s actions during mounting bankruptcy losses mirrored the government’s current efforts to salvage the economy. Thompson contended the indictment was vague and that public figures like Coolidge or Hoover might have endorsed similar rescue measures.

Chicago Samuel Insull Uncle Sam Floyd E. Thompson Utilities James H. Wilkerson Insull Corporation Securities Company Coolidge Hoover Thompson America

CattleQuota Set At 1000 Daily In Kansas Drought Aid

The Kansas cattle buying quota for the federal drought relief program is fixed at 1000 head daily. Meade county began July 7 at 200 head daily, with shipments to start July 13. Purchasing in Haskell, Kearney, and Finney counties begins today, and ten additional counties will follow soon.

Manhattan Kan Kansas Kansas State College Extension Service Meade County Haskell Kearney Finney Hamilton

States Join Forces in Traffic Campaign

Missouri and Kansas will cooperate in a drive against traffic and highway law violations. A bilateral program will revoke driving rights in both states for major offenses such as speeding reckless driving and operating a car while intoxicated. Attendees included Homer Hoch F Shields Gale Moss and A J Spedeker.

Kansas City Missouri Kansas H.F. McElroy Homer Hoch The Kansas Corporation Commission F. F. Shields Commission Gale Moss Kansas Highway Commission A. J. Spedeker Motor Carriers' Department Missouri Public Service Commission

Havana Strike Kills Motorman as 50,000 Rally

In Havana a street car motorman was killed when strikers attacked a car near the university amid a 24 hour general strike that drew about 50,000 participants from newspapers, bus lines, breweries, and other industries. Two arrests were reported for the attack. one suspect threw a fire bomb. Morning papers prepared to print by 6 p.m. Only one edition of Informacion appeared.

Havana Confederation of Indor Informacion

Parsons Rebuffs Gas Rate Cut Plan for Municipal Plant

Parsons city commissioners rejected a Union Public Service rate reduction offer and published a notice of election on a 275000 bond issue for a municipal gas plant to be voted August 7. The plan would have lowered monthly charges, but the company said the cut would force losses. Citizens Gas, a competing supplier, serves about 400 customers locally.

Parsons Kan Union Public Service Company Ben Adams Kansas City Adams Citizens Gas Company

Slayerships and heat top Kansas City brief

Chiefs of Detectives Higgins said no definite information on John Lazia slayings is available and most suspects will be released. Lusco denies motive and police do not receive tips from Lazia allies. The piece notes 1,000 men in the Midwest could be hired for the job for around 250 dollars. Separate item reports a 100 degree day with clouds in Lawrence and a 109 degree reading in Saline, Kansas.

Kansas City Thomas J.higgins John Lazia North Side Higgins Joe Lusco Ladia Lazia Lusco Middle West

Mississippi votes to keep dry laws in statewide liquor referendum

Jackson reports late rural returns push dry forces ahead of repealists by about 32 000 votes with 60 589 for keeping the 25 year old prohibition and 28 418 for repeal. Governor Conner led the dry campaign as Roberts calls for enforcement statewide. The measure passed, keeping Mississippi from legalizing hard liquor.

Jackson Miss Mississippi W. B. Roberts Rosedale Sennett Conner

Heat wave to break in Kansas with cooler air forecast

Topeka weather forecast promises relief from a long heat spell as cooler air moves into northern and western Kansas. Maximums expected 80 to 85 tomorrow. statewide readings 95 to 100 or lower in western and northern areas, with 110 previously reported in Hays and Philipsburg. Thunderstorms possible but no widespread rain forecast.

Topeka Kansas S. D. Flora Hays Philipsburg Fsnens Mora Althoit Flora Esterday

Balloonists delayed as weather halts stratosphere flight

Rapid City officers report balloonists preparing for the National Geographic Society Army Air Corps flight remain grounded for at least 24 hours due to unsuitable weather. Captain Albert W. Stevens keeps fit by rock climbing while Major William Kepner and Captain Arvil A. Anderson undergo strict physical routines for the 12 hour mission. Anderson's participation in the flight is undecided until takeoff day. In Bedford County Tennessee a constable candidate named Will Winn campaigns openly to voters.

Rapid City Ior Albert W. Stevens National Geographic Society-Army Air Corps Moonlight Valley William E. Kepner Arvil A. Anderson Anderson Kepner Sai

Kansas Weather Forecast and Conditions Summary

Forecast calls for thunderstorms this afternoon or tonight in the eastern portion with cooler temperatures in the west and north. Morning outlook shows cloudy to partly cloudy skies with some clear areas near Coffeyville. Road conditions: dirt roads good, Douglas County roads good. Temperature records note yesterday’s low and today’s minimum.

Kansas Zunteder Coffeyvillle Douglas

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