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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1925
Page
2
A sanitized OCR fragment reports a discussion by Dr Emery Hayhurst of Ohio State University at a convention in Minneapolis. He cites annual tuberculosis losses of about 900,000 per year and links disease decline to industrial work health measures.
Two Jefferson county officers and detectives from Oneas City Kansas escorted Roy Landy Jim Qafferty Joe Ben nett and Joe Regan from Douglas county jail to Os Kalocsa for burglary trial. They have been jailed since Tuesday after an attempt to break jail. Local news notes also mention an Italian engagement rumor involving Prince Philip of Hasse and a garden party announcement.
Professor Paul A Witty of the University of Kansas presented a paper on fifty gifted children from Kansas City Missouri and local districts at the first summer forum session held at the Little Theater in Green Hall. The discussion followed with plans for a more formal weekly paper presentation by specialists, and next week Professor Harvey C Lehman of the university will discuss play activities of school children.
Melbourne reports that Australian farmers have emerged as a decisive political force. Once unorganized and disregarded, they now dictate terms to governments in Victoria and the Commonwealth. A recent campaign shows farmers gaining influence despite Nazi wartime allies' grip on policy.
Obituary notice for J. N. Smith of Oklahoma City with funeral plans in Lawton and Lawrence. notes he is son in law of John Evans of Lawrence. Also reports dismissal of first degree murder case against ex-officer John Schleicher in Coffeyville related to the death of “Croppie” Thompson due to lack of evidence. Other items mention a washed out river line disrupting power from Lecompton to Perry and five lamp posts down, leaving the area without light temporarily.
The week brings visits from Dr. C. H. Maust and family of Somerset Pennsylvania Mrs Ellen Berkey of Russell Kansas and Mr Norman Saylor relations include Mrs Kuhs and Mrs Berkey sisters of Dr Maust Francis Maust brother and nephew Norman Saylor. Sunday guests at Hedger McClanahan home included Walter McClanahan family. B J H Woodbury of Baranes ins co transacted business in Licompton area. Dinner guests at H O Morris home included R J B Scott Alice Lee Topeka and G F Bahknmaier. Mrs J W Kreider hosted W L T U members at mid month meeting Wednesday.
Afternoon program centered on Social Morality with church decor featuring flowers and asparagus. Local residents and families visited relatives in Lawrence and Topeka. Cast list and duration noted for the Fourth of July play And Home are Ted through Chester McFann. Sunday Children's Day programs at the Methodist church showcased songs, prayers, and an offering.
Robert Marion La Follette, famed as Fighting Bob, died at 12:21 PM after a month of bronchitis with angina pectoris. The Wisconsin senator endured heart failure and repeated illnesses including influenza and pneumonia during a long political career marked by insurgent stances and multiple presidential bids.
The narrative recalls Senator LaFollette's private life and marriage at 26 to Belle Cas of Baraboo Wisconsin who became his political partner. She participated in campaigns, served as secretary in the House, and helped prepare speeches. Their children include Philip, Folas, Mary Sucher, and Robert La Follette Jr.
Marriage licenses issued by Probate Judge Menger today include Clarence Hunter and Lois Abpl of Perry, and Ajibin Brotton and Ida May Gatteys of Kansas City. The first couple wed in a ceremony conducted by Judge Menger and the Rev. Edward Hislop officiated for the second couple.
The latest report shows 262 enrollments for Vacation Bible School. Friday will be visitors day as students present numerous exhibits and look forward to sharing their projects with guests.
A fragmentary ad copy reports goitre relief claims after three NE uses of a product named Sorbo-Quadrugle. The testimonial mentions eye pressure, headaches, and insomnia eased, with emphasis on external application and easy use. The ad cites Orba Co of Mechanicsburg, Ohio and local Round Corner Drug Co listings.
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