Recital of world renowned organist Pietro Yon in Fraser Hall
Considerable interest stirs for Pietro Yon’s recital on Thursday at 8 o clock in Fraser Hall Lawrence. It will be his first recital on the four manual organ now in use and marks a notable event in local music circles. Yon, famed for popularizing organ music, has a broad repertoire and has performed choral works and compositions for orchestra piano and voice. Tickets are $1 and on sale at the University fine arts office and town venues per Dean Swarthout.
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Butler Ordered to China to Command Marine Force
Brigadier General Smethey D. Butler was ordered to lead the U S Marines in Asiatic waters with a staff including Lieut Cols Archer Miller and Whitaker. He will assume command of about 1,200 Marines from the fourth regiment and direct detachments at Shanghai Peking Manila and other stations as the first steamer departs from San Diego. The Navy has not indicated any labeling of marines on ships in Chinese waters.
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Mexico Oil Firms Comply With Law, Calles Reports to Borah
President Calles informs Senator Borah that 380 companies have complied with the Mexican petroleum law. The communication was sent to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair in Washington.
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British answer not planned to Soviet note protest
Foreign Secretary Chamberlain told the House of Commons that Britain will not send a reply to Soviet Russia’s answer regarding Britain’s protest against Soviet propaganda. The statement was made in Leiden on February 28.
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Naismith Sees Amateur Lead in Basketball's Future
Dr. James A. Naismith, KU professor and father of basketball, argues professional basketball will not threaten amateur fame. He says pro play differs in rules and setting, lacks development and participation, and may never draw college players, favoring strict amateurism nationwide.
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Jake Hill Retires From Rural Mail Service After 25 Years
The Kansas rural carrier Jake Hill, aged 65, retires after a 25 year career with a near perfect attendance record. He made his route throughout his tenure, missing only one day due to illness, and plans to attend social functions and likely pursue regular sales work. Friends express appreciation for his faithful service.
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Shanghai defense plan under Sun Chay Fang with reinforcements
Reported Feb 23 by AP that defense preparations were stepped up to defend Shanghai the Prize of the Orient from falling to Nationalist forces. Fifteen reinforcements from Shantung province arrived to bolster shaken troops and restore confidence.
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New 640 Acre Municipal Airport Near Kansas City
A 640 acre municipal airport for Kansas City reached a lease agreement with H. Elverty as manager. The Peninsula field sits one and four tenths miles from the post office and includes an option to purchase. The deal awaits city council approval next Monday night. The site will host Kansas University debate team action this season.
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Kansas Debaters to Hold Tryouts at Western University
Professor F C Bueller of Kansas University public speaking department announced today that tryouts for debate will be held at Robinson Gymnasium in Western University on March 25. The debate topic is the Prohibition Amendment and its immediate repeal.
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Red Cross May Not Help Guides In Washington
Fragmentary report notes a May Red Cross event in Washington dealing with Nicaraguan matters. The text mentions Pedro and a minister, mentions Mexico City, and refers to organizational actions at headquarters. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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Fragmentary report on urgent aid request and wounded
Fragmentary lines describe a request for aid not acted on and Libe ral forces delaying medical care for wounded people. The text mentions Zepeda and Jerica but lacks clear context or outcomes.
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Compensation bill roll call signals final House vote
The judiciary committee produced the measure described as the best possible compensation law from both capital and labor viewpoints. Representatives Falkire of Cowley and McGugin of Montgomery counties pressed amendments to extend protection for the laborer and his family amid a decisive final vote.
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Life sentence for Canton hardware merchant in jail news slaying
Ben Rudner of Massillon, a hardware merchant, was sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the slaying of Don R. Mellett, editor of the Canton News, announced today. The case ties Rudner to the Canton Jail News murder and marks a high profile conviction in Canton.
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Untidy OCR fragment on a suspected neutral invasion plot
Fragmentary report references a supposed conspiracy to invade Mexico and a federal judge involved. Mentions Leavenworth and Los Angeles, an alleged attempt to form an army, and connections to seamen and neutrality violations.
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