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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1926
Page
4
A Journal-World analysis notes upcoming senate hearings on the prohibition law with wets and drys each given a week to present. It questions league usefulness and reflects on trust in international bodies, plus a Gary Indiana case where a social worker was shot during child welfare inquiries.
City voters face two paving measures on April 6 to replace surfaces worn by heavy traffic. Residents pay initially for curbside work, then the citywide taxpayer share funds resurfacing on main arteries to keep streets passable and accessible to outsiders. An English report notes a rush of rifle orders in Europe as postwar arms markets stir.
German Foreign Minister Stresemann denounces nations blocking Germany from joining the league of nations, arguing long-term gains come from serving all. He stresses Germany intends to serve its own interests better by active league participation and questions other powers sharing council seats.
The Ladies Society plans a reading by Gen Butterworth for church funds with tickets at local stores. A carload of young horses from Judge Thacher’s farm is praised for Kansas farmers. A serious accident at Quincy Street School injures Mary Roberts but no bones are broken. Handel and Haydn Society prepares to perform Haydn’s Creation next week.
Mrs T FE Lofgren and M Hilda Lofgren hosted friends. Miss Daisy Dixon heads to Fort Lapwai Idaho to teach in an Indian school. Socials honor Lewelling and Arch Deacon O wford. Topeka visit by professors to discuss college ethics codes. Republican city central committee names Brady Eddy and Ellis. Dr F.C.D. Phillips attend Kansas City graduation. Carl Phillis to graduate. Alice Roche to join Kansas City World. Qzias chosen constable. Tariff Senate probe and safety conferences noted. House judiciary to O English impeachment. Woodlack nominated to interstate commerce panel.
The article explains zoning as a phased city plan, defining three district types use area and height and stressing careful boundary setting. It argues zoning protects public interest, stabilizes values, reduces congestion, and guides development while noting limits like nonretroactivity and nonfilibustered architecture.
Editor recalls Blue Mound and nearby Belleview and Vinland districts with the 1872 stone schoolhouse separating communities. It notes early teachers Weaver and Tosh, modest pay, and the school as a center for lyceum, singing, spelling, prayers, grange feasts, and Christmas trees, with residents hosting feasts and shared duties.
Autobiographical reminiscence recalls a debate between Belleview and Blue Mound about whether the world is growing worse. Notables include Capt. Sears, Rev. Bryson, and A. J. Sibley. The piece praises educated teachers, old-school reading, and religious daily prayers in school.
The article profiles Peter Norbeck a three time state senator and former governor who seeks another term in the U S senate in 1921. It notes his undefeated campaign record his wartime leadership as governor and his reputation beyond South Dakota.
A local note announces changes to clinic times. The well baby clinic will run tomorrow from 2 to 4 PM instead of Thursday afternoon. The eye clinic follows at the usual time from 3 to 5 PM.
A dental whitening method claims to remove film from teeth and restore color to a gleaming white. It cites movie stars using the technique as makeup before scenes and notes leading dentists endorse it for tooth and gum protection.
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