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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1929
Page
4
The first leg from Stockholm to Iceland proved nearly fatal as the early season trans Atlantic flights face major risk. The journey underlines that the crossing by airplane remains one of the largest risks travelers can take, with crews noting the perilous nature of the route.
The University of Kansas graduation sermon by scientist Robert A. Millikan argues religion interlocks with science and remains essential for advancing humanity. He presents a tolerant view, noting convergences and lingering tensions, while urging graduates to seek truth beyond strict divides. Predictions abroad suggest settlements may foster tolerance yet leave irreconcilable minorities.
The article examines Senator Borah's stance on the debenture plan within the farm relief debate. It notes Borah's belief that debentures are the only practical path to equal opportunity for agriculture and industry, while highlighting Republican platform context that avoided pledging to McNary-Haugen provisions. It mentions Allen’s hint that insurgents back debentures to gain political leverage, including New York signals.
The article critiques political maneuvering around a debenture plan in Congress, suggesting observers see it as partly political. It notes Kansas wheat crop estimates rising by about twenty million bushels as experts project yield, and reports on summer congressional recess timing. It also highlights University growth with nearly a thousand degrees conferred, signaling Kansas education expanding its importance.
Herbert Allphin, swimming coach at the University and Red Cross life saving head, announces a Red Cross institute at Lake Taheycomo Rockaway Beach Mo from June 13 to 22. The program covers first aid life saving swimming diving water games canoe craft boatmanship and administration. Participants earn a certificate valid for camps and communities.
American tennis queen Helen Wills escaped a potential court action by discarding the summons in her hotel waste basket during a visit in Berlin. A Cologne firm had filed patent infringement claims over a hair net and eye shade allegedly invented by Wills or her representatives. Court officials later sought a statement from her in London via telephone.
City water department resumes pumping from the Kaw River into the intake as river level falls below the intake openings. Equipment used prior to the rise will be redeployed to ensure an adequate city water supply.
Van Lear Black, Baltimore publisher, whose touring airplane crashed near Calcutta yesterday while en route to the Far East, plans to leave Calcutta Thursday for Bombay, then embark on a mail liner for London and the United States.
The Scribe recounts a Honolulu to San Francisco voyage aboard the Matsonia, detailing hotel grounds at Waikiki, moonlit beaches, farewell ceremonies, leis, and cultural scenes. Officers, a stowaway transfer, a costume dinner, and notable passengers including Sir Charles and Lady Fawcett are described. The piece ends with a homeward return and lingering aloha.
In Topeka elderly resident 53 dies while a garbled note hints at Kansas history. A United States Forest Service official from California is named as the new federal commission secretary succeeding C. Merrill, with scattered garbled references to a barber shop and enamel works.
McLouth residents and relatives are mentioned in a series of short notes. Mrs R W Reynolds plans a Denver vacation with her daughter Mrs Vincent Croshaw. LR W Reynolds will follow. Mrs B J Emerson is summering in Oklahoma and Kansas City. Haltom and son Ardun arrived from Sterling. Decoration Day visitors include Frank Laing, Mrs Elynp, Mrs Harry Jones, and the Rankins. A new grocery store has opened in the Harris building, making six in town. Bernice Edmonds has accepted a position at London Beauty Shop in Lawrence. Robert Moore of the Bank of McLouth is vacationing in Glen Etter. George Cass visits Lebanon friends. Mrs Will Dourherty and daughter Martha Jane arrive from McAllen, Texas, for Decoration Day and plan to attend Wima-Ma Be Sansas University this summer. Arthur Wark and Kansas City University students go to Estes Park Colo for United Brethren convention. Lois Ward returns home from Kansas City University for the summer, with part of vacation in Lawrence.
Local families and friends in McLouth and surrounding areas are mentioned in a long list of moving notices. People relocate to Empoire, Kansas City, and Tulsa, with well wishes for prosperity. Decoration Day gatherings, visits, and family reunions are chronicled alongside church and district conference plans, plus the passing of well regarded resident W. Wellman at age ninety eight.
A NYU physicist explains Dr. A Eddington of Ohio challenges the existence of the electron as a real particle suggesting its charge can be derived from geometry. Millikan's experimental value is cited as the benchmark while researchers remeasure to confirm or refute the claim.
A church gathering at the Shra Se home featured devotions reports and a flower bouquet drive for invalids while a missionary clothing box was prepared for Pittsburgh. A July 3 meeting is planned at Stanpool church. Elizabeth Self Denny, born April 6 1831 near Alton, died May 31 in McLouth at ninety eight. she married Andrew Jackson Denny March 17 1850 and leaves ten children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church.
Sigel Ladies Aid met at Mrs Ed Steeles home for a piecing party and refreshments. Numerous visits and gatherings are noted with residents from Lawrence Topeka Kansas City and Enid Okla mentioned among guests and hosts.
A patient described as a female has been ill with an abscess on her neck. The abscess was lanced on Saturday to relieve the swelling and promote healing.
William Henry Halbert was born March 16 1854 in Jackson County Missouri and died June 5 in Overbrook Kansas at age 75 years 2 months 20 days. He was the third son of David C and Addaline Halbert. married Laura Belle Burton March 5 1874 and had four children. A Santa Fe railroad engineer and Mason lodge member, he lived as a devout Union Baptist and pioneer of Douglas County near Lone Star. Funeral services were held June 8 in Overbrook Congregational Church with Masonic and local clergy officiating. interment at Collier Cemetery near Lone Star.
An old advertisement touts Phillips Milk of Magnesia as fast relief for indigestion and excess acid. It claims the product neutralizes stomach acid, relieves pain, and prevents future discomfort, noting its long history and US trademark. The ad urges purchasing from drug stores in 25¢ and 50¢ bottles with full directions.
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