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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1934
Page
4
The item notes Associated Press republication rights and local news rights for the paper. It reminds subscribers to report non delivery by 7 p.m. and that a copy will be sent promptly. It also cites audit bureau circulation and Kansas Lawrence post office filing details.
The relief load has fallen only about one half of one percent over the last five months, aligning with expectations but far short of hopes. The small decline implies continued heavy relief needs next winter, requiring government borrowing to sustain unemployment relief at similar levels to the prior season.
A House hearing on war department contracts cites a meeting at a witness’s house with war officials and contractors drawing up terms. Officials had been cleared in prior inquiries, and observers note the air mail contract conference previously labeled as evidence of collusion may differ in specifics.
Kansans near the prince share a memory of his fortieth birthday marked by a wartime connection. They recall serving in the same war and taking part in a review where the prince served as a reviewing officer.
Congressman Guyer notes Roosevelt fared better with Republicans than Hoover did with Democrats. He cites a lack of smear campaigns against Roosevelt and urges the GOP to demonstrate sportsmanship in politics. Fifteen years late, the University of Missouri acts on campus housing concerns amid sorority and fraternity houses.
The University of Missouri and similar campuses face funding strains as alumni pledges wane. Institutions once justified lavish benefits argue that fraternities and sororities should provide substantial housing, yet donors are less able to meet big commitments. Editorial criticizes historic focus on stadiums over undergraduate housing and liberal operating allowances.
In Lawrence the forty year celebration of the First Christian church featured grateful remembrance of religious progress and pledges totaling 1299 for a new pipe organ. Edwin F. Price will attend Garrett Biblical Institute summer school in Chicago, while Mrs. Price plans a summer with relatives in Ellington. A basket dinner honored Mrs. George Chambers in Los Angeles. Camp Fire activities at 1708 Haskell Avenue drew seventy five visitors with leaders named. Various local residents headed for summer plans including educators and students traveling to Cincinnati Provincetown and West Baden for duties and conventions.
R C Jackman of Bowersock Milling and Paper purchases a fine R L electric coupe built like a cab with graceful lines attracting attention in Lawrence. Leonard Hazen plans a Seattle trip to visit family and the exposition. Mud Creek runs bank full after rains, minor damage noted. Endora to get a new creamery as Will Mertz builds a 20 by 24 foot building with engine room for soon to be business.
Forties era column recounts Ottawa events from Saturday June 23, including a reception for Col J D Miles and wife at Prof E Stanley's, a sprained ankle keeping Postmaster Innes from the post office, a Chautauqua luncheon by Mrs Frank Riddle, a Rev Sharpe reception at Mr Ward's home, a horse and phaeton incident near the Lutheran church, trips to Denver and Harvard Law, and a fair planning meeting at Bismarck Grove with a proposal to fund a fall fair and catalogue premiums.
In a striking political moment Democrats pass the unemployment census bill while Secretary Morgenthau warns treasury employees to avoid political activity. Republicans denounce the measure as pork, yet Democrats push ahead with a special rule on debate and approve the bill to spare votes.
William Penn secured from Charles II a grant of Pennsylvania and part of Maryland after settling a 16 000 pound claim to his father Admiral Penn The treaty was made near Philadelphia under a large elm tree on June 23 1683 He had initially questioned his title and had purchased it from the Swans Exhibition of machine parts and accessories drew huge crowds in New York City.
In a tense police inquiry at Pierre Dufresne’s house, Detective Harper accuses a third party of murdering Hamill and the victim, with hidden bullets and a missing revolver surfacing as key clues. Dufresne denies ownership as officers press for answers amid mounting suspicions.
Mrs Quacker proposes letting the ducklings enjoy a summer camp and self-directed fun while debating costs and accessibility. Mrs Quacker and Mrs Quacke discuss awareness of a ready camp, recalling past fires in Puddlle Muddie and riding danger.
Kansas City night gunfight ends in death as Leonard Rothschford, 72, dies from wounds after firing on police at his home. Captain Stanley Beatty returns fire, wounding Rothschford below the heart. Also Fort Scott report on George F. Zook visiting with his mother during education commissioner duties.
Fragmented report notes Helen Zook and college experts in Topeka discussing government today. State operating costs for 1934 are cited at 95 837 824.39, with comparison to last year. A district court jury inquiry into a vice-ring involving a junior high school district is mentioned along with Democratic candidate B. Hgetehaen of Topeka. Democrats claim a strong slate for the November election.
brooklyn Negro chief P H Hemingway, discharged by the city council, refused to give up his badge and revolver and was arrested while at the annual school picnic on suspicion of impersonating an officer. Nearby reports note a fortune left by Gilbert Gable at Eastbourne Grand Hotel and a quirky farm tale from Dalton involving a hen and rocks. Milwaukee couple seeks divorce after 45 years of marriage over a single coat bought by the husband.
Berlin reports the government urged industrialists to lower export prices as a potential trigger for a trade war. In Ivana the ABC society withdraws support from Mendieta’s government, with several cabinet members expected to resign. London talks see Norman H. Davis and Tsuneo Matsudaira discuss naval issues as Japan seeks U.S. views on the 1935 conference.
Laura Engle Churchill born September 19 1860 in Mifflinburg Pennsylvania died June 7 1934 at Lawrence Memorial hospital Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church June 9 with Rev C A Puls The family lot in Oak Hill cemetery marks her final resting place Sisters Ella Engle Ida Engie McCright survive She moved to Manhattan in 1871 then Lawrence in 1876 She taught at Parallel and led a thriving Lutheran primary department She married S J Churchill September 16 1915 He died June 4 1932 She returned to the Lutheran church and engaged in Missionary society Ladies Aid and G A R Quivera club S A W V Auxiliary Old Settlers Society and much more The couple ran a millinery business for years noted for integrity and many friends
Fall Leaf notes a baby boy named Wilbur Francis born Friday morning to Mr and Mrs Howard Caviness and their daughter Betty of Hesper along with John Witt. They visited the home of F F Mignot while guests at the Schellack residence Sunday evening.
Were Dr. and Mrs. McDonald of Shawnee visit relatives in the area. Several families from La Loupe Detroit Wellsville Desoto and Lawrence exchange calls and attend church functions. Ralph Mathia recovers at home while others host and visit, and a dramatic dialogue ends with a humorous ride request.
Chicago visitors come to see Mrs. Cadwell's mother Mrs. Clara Ab bott and relatives. Alvin Reetz returns home after a week with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Holmes in Lawrence. Mr. and Mrs. Chas Witt spend Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Kasberger near Eudora. Marie Rothberger of Eudora was a guest of Jo Ann Mignot on Tuesday.
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