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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1929

Page

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Senate tariff battle looms as independents coalesce

Washington reports June 21 that Congress pauses for recess as independents in the Senate organize a movement to curb industrial rate increases and push a broad tariff revision. The group includes Norris, Howell, Frazier, Nye, Brookhart, Lafollette and Wheeler, with Borah and Renub Jean as potential allies. They aim to pressure a plan favoring agricultural protections while deferring full party lines.

Washington Congress Senate Norris and Howell Nebraska Frazier Nye North Dakota Brookhart Lafollette Wisconsin Wheeler Mortana Borah Renub- Yjean Idaho Alan Financé Canailtbee Soloh

Hoover Answers Appeal in Virkkula Shooting

The federal government will not transgress the law President Hoover stated in a letter to the Falls city council. The message, sent from Washington, refers the matter to the treasury department after local protests following the fatal shooting of confectioner Henry Virkkula by a border patrolman. Senator Schall criticized the incident and urged measures to curb enforcement, while local officials urged relief from the situation.

Falls Minn Hoover Social City Council Henry Virkkula Big Falls George Sohnson DR. Schall Schall Virkkula Washington Treasury Department Agen Schall Henrik Aeid Minnesota

Deliberations Restart in Maude Ney Murder Trial

Fort Scott Kansas jurors resume deliberations in the Maude Ney husband murder case after a night recess as Judge Charles F. Trinkle had dismissed them for failing to reach a verdict. The prior trial ended without a decision. The report also notes unrelated budget news from Nebraska and a June 21 AP item.

Fort Scott Kan Jane Maudeney Charles F. Trinkle

Franco Leads Flight Toward Azores on New York Leg

Major Franco and three Spanish companions began a publicity flight from Alcazares toward the Azores on the first leg to New York. They were scheduled to reach the Azores by 8 30 a.m. Madrid time and plan to depart for New York by 11 a.m. C.S.T. if weather holds, with Halifax, Nova Scotia as a possible stop.

Hranco Atlantic C. S Azores Islands New York Franco Alcazares Airfield Cartageria Thes Azores Madrid New New York Halifax N.S

Baseball results from today across leagues

National League headlines show scattered results including McGihy Miller Lerai for Brooklyn and Grimes Hargreaves for Chicago. In the American League at Yankee Stadium the Athletics hammered three Yankee pitchers for sixteen hits to win 11 to 1 in game one as Grove claimed his eleventh victory and Simmons hit two homers. Second game lists Earsthaw Cochran Hoyt and Dickey. Also mentions American Association Kansas City and Boston Washington scores.

New York Philadelphia Walker O Farrell McGihy Miller Lerai Brooklyn Boston Minso Meieeney Moreison Picin Goptey Spohrer Ay Ooh Pittstingit Chicago Grimes Hargreaves Yankee Stadium New York Athletics Yankee Pennock Bob Grove al Simmons Haas Grove Cochrane Sherdel Moore Grabowski Dickey Philadephia New York Earsthaw Cochrahe Hoyt

Leading Business Man or Banker Seen for Farm Board

Report from Washington on June 21 indicates the White House favors appointing an outstanding business man or banker to the federal farm board. Officials and agricultural colleges surveyed agree a loan should be among the eight to administer the new farm relief law with its $500,000,000 revolving fund.

Washington White House Federal Farm Board

Secretary’s Son Injured in Minneapolis Streetcar Collision

A 6 year old boy, John Marshall, son of the president's secretary, is in critical condition after a streetcar accident reported late yesterday. K Newton, an administrative assistant to the President, rushed to Minneapolis to be beside his son at the bedside. The accident occurred yesterday evening. Newton intends to bring the boy to Minneapolis for further treatment. The McArthur Hospital unit reports stable but critical condition as of this morning.

Washington K. Newton Hoover Minneapolis John. Marshall Esterday Mr. Newton Ohio

Renewal of Prayer Book Controversy in England and London

The Daily News reports bishops at Lambeth Palace last week backed recommending to the convocation the use of a new common prayer book subject to revisions. Convocation meets July 10 to 12 and a heated discussion is expected.

London Common Prayer Daily News Today Lambeth Palace Convocation of

Fico County Virginia 4-H Club Reviews Scores at Encampment

Secretary Hyde of the agriculture department accompanies John G. Jackson of East Baton Rouge to review scores of boys and girls at the annual encampment on the grounds of the agriculture department building.

Fico ‘County John .G. Jackson East Bator Rouge Hyde Agriculture

Recital Postponed Due to Laryngitis at Fraser Hall

Barre Hill Chicago Civic Opera baritone cancels tonight’s engagement after doctors diagnose laryngitis. Dean Swarthout announces recital moved to next Friday June 28 at Fraser Hall with same program, preserving chance to hear a promising young singer.

Barre Hill Chicago Dean’ Swarthout Fraser Hall Dean Swarthour

Cooperation for Tree Trimming in City

City officials seek cooperation from property owners to fund minimal tree trimming costs. Mayor Rankin notes the work can proceed with a small assessment rather than a tax levy, citing low minimum charges of about $1. Wismer will quote prices for homeowners calling 460. Recent trimming along Tennessee Street showcased improvements, while a recent windstorm caused more damage in demonstration blocks.

Lawrence R. J. Wismer Char R. C. Rankin Todaay Rankin Tennessee Fifth Wismer Jwork

Des Moines University Diploma Riot Fallout

Des Moines university trustees declare diplomas issued to sixty seniors on June 3 were pulled after a court injunction forced Wayman to continue classes. A exchange of certificates will occur for those in attendance last semester except students involved in the May 11 riot or alleged accomplices. A committee to investigate the riot and disciplinary actions was authorized, with Shields and Rebman exonerated and re-elected. Dr Shields named acting president. In Greeley, Jacob Schnear, 60, was found hanged after an attempt to kill three children and a grandchild. two children and the grandchild severely wounded.

Des ‘Moines Des Moines University H. C. Wayman Wayman Edith M. Redman T.T. Shields Dr. Shields Greeley Colo Jacob’ Schnear Hedd August Schnear Sarah

Fire destroys five oil tank cars at Kansas City plant

A blaze at the Independent Oil and Refinery Company plant in Kansas City Kansas yesterday destroyed five loaded oil tank cars on a siding. About $5,000 in damage was reported with no injuries. A dense cloud of black smoke lingered over the industrial district.

Pies City Kan Aoss Ae Unkown Kansas City

First Baptist Church Celebrates 74th Anniversary

The First Baptist Church will observe its seventy fourth anniversary on Tuesday evening, June 25. Members and friends will meet at the church for supper and a program led by Dr. W. A. Elliot, pastor of the Ottawa church. The sermon titled The Church of the Future will be delivered. other speakers will give brief remarks on church life. features include a birthday cake and gifts from non resident members.

First Baptist Church W. A. Elliot First Baptist Church of Ottawa Church of the Future Lotal

Found Dead In Hotel In Kansas City Artist Identified

Kansas City police probe the death of 26 year old artist Margaret Hutchinson found in a downtown hotel room. A note on a sketch referenced a man named George and implied poison. The case centers on mysterious circumstances surrounding the young woman’s death and the note left behind. The report also mentions a Stearman Aircraft announcement about an attempted secret flight from Wichita to Oakland tied to Franklin Rose.

Kansas City Margaret Hutchinson Offi Ores George Wichita-Oakland Wichita Kan Stearman Aircraft Corporation Franklin Rose Stearman Nonston Oakland Calif Waiar Va Ney Oakan

Chevrolet Offer Promises Daily Enjoyment

A fragment announces a Chevrolet purchase with a promise of daily enjoyment. The line includes stray phrases about Abvater Kent and radio in Hoara, likely OCR noise, but the core call is to buy a Chevrolet for ongoing pleasure.

New Fall Shades in Hose Announced

New York June 21 AP reports womens hosiery for fall will feature about a dozen shades. A color card going to members of the National Association of Hosiery and Underwear Manufacturers lists Romance Onionskin Sunbronze Amor Sable Allure Biscay Beige Duskee and other hues. Patterns for men’s neckwear include degraded surah clusters and striped motifs.

New York National ‘Association Srosidr

Free Red Cross swimming and life saving classes begin

F. M. Bray from St Louis arrives to open royal Red Cross chapter classes at the Jayhawk plunge. Programs run for a month for children and adults with special rates for free instruction. Children mornings, adults 3 30 to 7 pm. Phone Jayhawk plunge to arrange. Bray will demonstrate resuscitation and bandaging at South Park this afternoon.

F. M. Bray Red Cross St.Louis Royal Red Cross Jayhawk Plunge Mse Herbert G. Allphin Tolonrolhe South Park

Death gas mystery at Ascarate kills two children

In El Paso on June 21 investigators probed the origin of hydrogen sulfide that killed two children and injured 16 others near Ascarate. Army chemists from Fort Bliss joined city and county officials to find the gas source and prevent a repeat incident as pipelines and refineries near the area were checked for operational status.

el Paso Fox Ascarate Maria Cencheros Enacio Cartolo United States Army Seas Fort Bliss Heg

Predicts Better Days for Women in Aviation

Washington June 21 AP The first woman has yet to earn a living by practical flying yet seven women hold transport pilot licenses against 4500 male pilots only 65 women licensed to fly none have commercial flying experience. Louise McPherridge holds a women altitude record 26270 feet versus Lieut Apollo Soucek’s 39110 feet.

Washington Jesse Lankford National Aeronautic Association Louise McPherridge Apollo Soucekiof Navy

Missouri 18 Winner In Better America Contest

Lex King Souter of Trenton Missouri won the Better America federation national collegiate oratorical contest in Los Angeles with a 1500 prize. He spoke on the United States constitution representing the mid western zone. Robert G Goodwin of Wabash College placed second and John Peek McEnery of Santa Clara University third. Gibson and Dawes to Confer Washington June 21. The State Department said Ambassador Hugh Gibson will travel to London to confer with Ambassador Dawes on disarmament.

Los Angeles Cal Better America Federation Lex King Souter Trenton William Jewell Call Liberty Souter United States Robert G. Goodwin Wabash College Crawfordsvile Ind John Peek McEnery Santa Gibson Dawes Washington State Department Hugh $Ibson League of Nations Hoover London

Chancellor Lindley Addresses Summer Convocation

Chancellor Lindley urged summer students to value individuality and personality in the modern industrial age. He cited Emerson and stressed teachers must prepare youth for a culture of personality, leading a rational inner life as labor shifts toward a cultural wage. About 500 in attendance joined songs led by Ray Gainey and violin solo by Waldemar Gelich.

University EB. Lindley Cellor Emerson Lindley Qwen J. Young Eal Lindbereh Walker Chapgollog Aig Ray Gainey Fine Arts Daly Waldemar: Gelich Valder D. M. Swarthout School of Fine Arts Raymond A - Schwegter Ther University

King in farewell talk at Fort Leavenworth

Brig. Gen. Edward L. King bid farewell to four officers at Fort Leavenworth as he wrapped four years of command at the Command General Staff School. He mixed a farewell address with a graduation talk by the one year class, with Patrick J. Hurley also speaking. Hurley arrived by plane from Dayton and left for Tulsa later.

King Hurley Dayton Tulse Okla

Rights for women urged at suffrage congress

Berlin June 21 aims to secure independent citizenship for married women. U S cited as most progressive on this issue. Resolution also calls raising legal marriage age to 16 for girls and 18 for boys. Chrystal MacMillan of England denounces marital nationality changes as anti feminist.

Berlin United States Congress of the Women's International Suffrage Alliance Chrystal MacMillan England

Wheat Gains 8 Cents on Forecasts and Dryness

Wheat prices rose due to a Department of Agriculture forecast of a smaller world crop. Canadian reports of moisture needs, Oklahoma and southern Kansas harvest setbacks, and improved U.S. prices lifted futures. Kansas farmers could gain about 12.84 million dollars from current prices if 160.59 million bushels produced holds true.

Kansas City Department of Agriculture Oklahoma Kansas

Speakers at South Park service celebrate union worship

Rev Charles A Puls of Trinity Lutheran will speak Sunday evening at 7 45 in South Park about Somethin to Giory About A large crowd attended last Sunday as union services and Puls new equipment were praised Benches with backs will be added and crushed rock filled around beds Miss Ita Slattin and Miss Dorothy Enlow will sing with Miss Martin at the piano Chimes from 7 30 to 7 45 will open worship If rain comes the service moves to the Lutheran Church Lawrence ministers invite all to attend

Charles A. Puls Trinity Luthera Ehurely South Park Stenday Giory Park Commission Ihjose Ita Slattin Dorothy Enlow Fine Arts Martin Divine Redeemer Gounod Royle Charles W. Thomas Trinity Loutheran Church Lawrence Ministerial ‘Alliance

Legislation Considered to Bar Office Holders from Campaign Donations

Washington June 21 AP News reports Senate committee chair Brookhart and the Senate patronage committee weigh a bill to bar federal office holders from contributing to campaign funds amid investigations into how federal appointments are made in southern states. Letters from R B Waddle former Somerset Kentucky postmaster accuse Rep Robison Republican Kentucky of demanding funds for campaign expenses. Brookhart cites alleged coercive fundraising and envisions legal action to stop such practices. Other letters include Creager Texas national committeeman denial of coercion and a Madisonville Kentucky postmaster criticism as the panel probes southern appointment patterns.

Washington Brookhart Senate R. B Waddle Somerset Robison Campaigen Kellar R. B. Creager Texas Creager Committee Sidney F. Datley Madisonville Kentucky Catalina Arkansas Waddie Waddle

Invite County CPA Meeting at Kanwaka Hall

Douglas County CPA lodge invites its members to a June 27 meeting at Kanwaka hall hosted by Barker PA Lodge No. 4. Plans will set for the annual CPA picnic on the second Thursday in August. All CPA members urged to attend.

Douglas County C. Pla Kanwaka Hall Barker C. ‘P A BD. W. Ousdahl Douglas County Lodge

Night football to light Haskell gridiron in fall

Haskell Institute to host night games under floodlights with 1,000 watt lamps totaling 40,000 watts. Frank McDonald confirms plans, Baker University to visit October 11, with Drake lighting system setup and Cahill projectors to be used. Night football expected to boost attendance and interest in Lawrence.

Lawrence Frank McDonald Haskell Institut Haskell Indians McDonald Baker University of Baldwin Latrenca Draka Haskell University Levi New Orleans Tulsa Creighton Co. PF Barklage Enrig Ée Industrial Sales Company of New York Drake Cahill Draka Asny Sucn MacDonald Hrskall

Heflin son arrested for driving under influence in Alabama

Senator Heflin of Alabama said he is pained to learn his son was arrested on a charge of driving a vehicle under the influence after a collision with a truck. He pledged to help his son see the folly and danger of such indulgence while expressing faith in his future.

Washington Heflin Alabama Jteday

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