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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1929
Page
4
The article notes a religious verse Matthew 5 10 and discusses persecution in the context of a film magnate announcing six new stars. It questions whether the stars were created by magnates or discovered by public taste and talent. The piece reflects on the nature of stardom and audience approval.
A London to Paris crash into the English Channel kills seven and prompts debate over prohibiting long overwater commercial flights. Experts note early dangers, insurance costs, and gear failures as risk factors driving calls for stricter safety measures. Will Rogers condemns the stunt as reckless. A Kansas mystery case, involving a man and a woman shot during a drive, raises questions of motive. First 1929 wheat crop arrives in Kansas City from Oklahoma as harvest weather improves prospects. Paris honors two young Frenchmen who crossed the Atlantic despite ministry opposition.
The text notes the push for a wider arms reduction accord among nations with Japan signaling willingness to join. It mentions a proposed group inviting others to join a smaller armament program and outlines preparations for October celebrations of Lawrence's seventy fifth anniversary. The piece emphasizes public interest and local appreciation for progress amid a fast era.
The Hokkaido government said Komagatake eruption eased, refugees from many villages returning. Six climbers from Hakodate gone missing, while Ikusaogawa Shikabe ash fell four to five inches across nearby areas. Mori station lava reach seven miles away. Nanae residents evacuated, Mori shelters filled, eruption subsided as Lloyd Lehbras witnessed smoke and ash plume from Tokyo.
Chief of Police James Proctor of Sandwich Ontario reports to Ottawa that a U S coast guard cutter fired on a speed boat on the Detroit River, shattering its windshield. Witnesses Carl Raymond of Monroe and James O Conn or of Newport say the women in the boat safety, both sides unsure of water zone. Proctor urges the Canadian government to prevent further incidents.
Police report a nine year old boy named George Juhke was found chained in the basement of the John Juhrke home in Gary Indiana after screams were heard. The boy claimed he had been a prisoner for nine days fed only bread and black coffee brought by his six year old sister. His father was arrested on a charge of contributing to the child's delinquency and held on a 1500 dollar bond.
Mrs Walter P Chrysler paid 3762 in customs penalties for undeclared French gowns and summer dresses on a recent return from Europe. Authorities seized her luggage pre-examination after reviewing sworn listings. The incident occurred in New York on June 18.
A fragmented notice mentions a Barclay [Barber's] store and an announcement involving about 100 students. Details are unreadable.
Miss Hester Beauchamp visits Council Grove while Chanute visitor Jack Hoefer returns home. Baldwin families host travelers, prepare summer plans, and church groups meet for Queen Esther party, Children’s Day program, and local club activities.
Kaw Valley notes list Miss Vera Hibbard and Miss Gladys Peterson visiting Mr. and Mrs. Don Westhheffer, church meetings in Prairie Center, and numerous calls and small gatherings. Attendees include Mr. and Mrs. Cox, Mrs. Wingate, Mrs. Perkins, Miss Garnet Hughes, Harold Herrin, and many local families. Members attend KU summer programs, Stitch-a-Bit club, Flower Club, and K U events.
A long OCR fragment lists crossword clues across and down with scattered local notices. It mashes many names, places, and events including residents, weddings, deaths, church meetings, school activities, and social visits from Eudora and nearby towns. The text includes family arrivals and dinners, Bible services, graduation mentions, and community gatherings throughout the region.
Local items from Perry recount visitors to Perry residents including Miss Patricia Gibbens and Miss Florence Dent, Mrs Sherman Bell, and Oma Dent in Perry and Topeka shopping trips. Listings cover numerous shoppers, outings, a Perry church medical drive, a Saturday chicken supper, a wedding, cafe purchase, and various town “Monitors of Kansas City” game notes with Perry team involvement.
A large crowd attended Sunday afternoon events as The Monitors won by five points. Mr and Mrs Plova McCall and family visited Mr and Mrs Leé Lewis and family on Sunday. In Paris on June 18 AP reports The Young reparations plan was unanimously approved at a meeting, with steps to ratify in concert with other interested governments.
An old promotional note advises giving Phillips Milk of Magnesia to feverish or upset babies and children. It claims a teaspoon in morning bottle or a tablespoon in water for older kids to ease digestion, bowels, and constipation, praising palatability and long usage since 1878. It invites readers to request the booklet Useful Information from The Phillips Company.
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