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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1926
Page
4
A Mississippi judge barred reporters from detailing a trial, prompting publishers and reporters to rally for press freedom. The order rested on court power, risking impartial juries in later cases. Ewing Merbert backs a sales tax view, citing tax visibility as a governance tool.
Miners in Crawford county ride in motorized protests fueling tensions in the Kansas Balkans. Veteran agitator Alex Howat is in the news again, with a warrant issued as unions clash with non union workers. State officials vow to mobilize county law enforcement to manage the unrest.
A new county attorney and a sheriff promise efficiency to prevent rust in the local law enforcement system. The piece notes the political dynamics affecting the office and the potential for reform, with observers weighing the influence on public safety and governance.
Twenty five years ago Rob Manley fished at Lake View. Akarks traveled to St Louis for a relative's illness. Congressman Bowersock returned from Washington DC. Mrs Bowersock and Miss Barre Bowersock stayed in Kansas City until evening. A UD Weaver made air tight enclosures for show windows to protect goods. The Seniggr Annual was christened and editors noted the new name The Jayhawkar. Miss G B Coathupe hosted a whist party at 1122 Tennessee street. About sixteen invitations went to University students interested in newspaper work from Mrs W H Carruth to meet Miss Ruth Whitman Saturday. Dr C E Esterley failed to accompany the Lawrence chapter to Leavenworth due to time and trains. Kaw River Bridge contract awarded to Missouri Valley Bridge Co for 15000 Dollars. Leavenworth county to pay 14000 and Linwood residents to raise 1400.
Today marks the 475th anniversary of Americus Vespucio birth and the centenary of Jacob Haish inventor of barbed wire. Mexico border troubles began a decade ago with Villa raid on Columbus New Mexico. Edward G Acheson noted for carborundum birthday. Southern Dairymen’s meeting opens in Memphis. Seattle votes on city manager form. International Religious Education Association opens its Toronto convention. Today is the big “even meeting day” in New Hampshire’s rural districts.
Explanation of net income calculation for income tax with allowed deductions. Storekeepers may deduct rent, advertising, utilities, repairs to vehicles, drayage, and employee salaries. Professionals deduct office and supply costs, while farmers deduct farm operating expenses. personal living expenses are not deductible.
Kansas City on March 8 Associated Press editor T H Walker outlined the AP’s role in supplying straight facts for independent thinking. He described AP as a cooperative providing reliable dispatches marked AP or By The Associated Press, allowing newspapers to present the world’s news to readers without bias.
Speech defends Associated Press as a nonprofit news clearinghouse owned by about 1200 newspapers. Emphasizes no profits or dividends, checks and balances among Republican and Democratic papers, equal voice for all members, and global reach via telegraph and submarine cables.
Testing teams led by Dr RL Christiansen and Campbell work to start a study in a calm period. The group reports progress at a steady pace with few disruptions as effort moves forward.
Kaw Valley notes list multiple visits and calls among residents. Charles Braden of Elsmore stays with Ray Ogden. Roy and Edna Daugherty visit Benj Faust family. several local couples host dinners and attend church events. radio fans follow KU glee club from New York. Emma Berk Mitchell recovers from influenza. various Hunts and Perkinses visit Lawrence and Kansas City. Methodist gatherings in Eudora attract attendees from Kaw Valley.
An old advertisement touts Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a quick remedy for acid and gassy stomachs. It claims the product neutralizes stomach acidity more effectively than bicarbonate soda, reduces intestinal fermentations, and is gentler to take, with a 25 cent bottle available at drug stores.
Victorian style advertisement claims Dr F M Edwards treated patients for liver and bowel ailments for 17 years. It promotes Olive Tablets as a mild, olive colored remedy replacing calomel, priced 15 or 30 cents, promising a clearer complexion and improved digestion.
Applications for entrance into the Midwest Music contests to be held with the Messiah festival at Bethany College in Lindsborg begin March 28. Officials announce entrants from Oklahoma Kansas and Missouri. For the first time an art contest will be included for elementary and high school students from Kansas and surrounding states.
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