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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1931
Page
2
A speech argues that world economic distress stems from postwar tax burdens and instability. It notes vast armaments burden economies, urges international cooperation to reduce military forces, and endorses the Kellogg Briand pledge while awaiting high level disarmament talks for future peace and prosperity.
The Green Brothers Baseball Club defeated visiting American Battery Company of Kansas City 6 to 1 on a sunlit afternoon. Harris opened scoring with a twobagger and scored on a single, later driving in another run with a grounder through the pitcher. Harris starred in the field and at bat, while Davis also contributed as Walters delivered the center field hit.
Edward B. Rowan director of the Cedar Rapids Gallery will address the Fine Arts day program in the Administration building auditorium on Thursday at 3 30. His talk titled An Experiment in Community Fine Arts outlines how the Little Gallery serves Cedar Rapids as a cultural center and model for other communities through a Carnegie grant and American Federation of Art support.
Dale A Reed infant son of Mr and Mrs G A Reed of 1023 Pennsylvania street died at home age 2 months 22 days Funeral services set for today at 2 from the Rumsey home burial in Oak Hill cemetery Rev Mr Farrell to officiate Survived by parents three sisters and three brothers Mrs Mary E Erwin 71 died at her home in Eudora Funeral announcements later Chancellor E H Lindley University of Kansas leaves for Jefferson City Mo to speak tonight before Missouri Public Health association.
Three biplanes from Kansas City flew to Lawrence using the municipal airport as a base for several flights over the city. Two army aviators made an emergency landing after rain, near a cow pasture, and then landed at the airport. Capt. William Wright of Kansas City visited with Dr. Lyle S. Powell, a local airport trustee. Powell and Wright trained together in France during the war. The field was reported in good condition and the day favorable for flying. Pinckney School second graders assisted at a health display by operating a manually driven picture show in Jaedickes store, with health points shown and a dramatization of Little Red Riding Hood. The children listed include Evelyn Emick, Myra Fiuss, Frances-Ann Smalley, Donald Laufe, Allard Taylor, Mary Hanna, Muriel Jorday, Phylliss McKinnons, Mary Lou McClanahan, Sydney Levin, and Jean Murray.
Howard Crick, 35, cashier of the First National Bank of Conshohocken, allegedly strangled his wife as she slept and then killed himself after facing embezzlement charges of 45 700. Davenport a national bank examiner noted the embezzlement in conduct and case details.
Police report a collision late Saturday night at the corner of Sixth and Massachusetts streets involving cars driven by Floyd Bamford and Earl Faith. Both vehicles sustained damage but no injuries were reported.
Washington May 4 AP The U S Supreme Court refused to review a challenge by Farmers and Merchants Bank Morganville and 17 state banks to the 1929 act repealing the guaranty fund. Kansas to finish with insolvent fund over 5 million dollars red. bonds valued about 25,000 to be sold after court order. Proceeds to depositors at Leavenworth State Savings and Cherryvale American State Bank.
Police early Sunday arrested three men Fred Marlean Earl Curtis and Benton Myers on war theft charges. Marlean and Curtis both Chicago men confessed stealing a Chevrolet coach in Chicago on April 28 and were held for Illinois authorities. Benton Myers of Toledo Ohio was captured west of town on Highway 40 driving the Holmes Nash sedan, and faces local charges. A flashlight and pliers were found on the pair with a stash of candy gum cigarettes and groceries in the car. The trio reportedly attempted to enter the Pine store on Locust Street and planned to abandon the Chevrolet while driving another car.
George Fisher Baker banker and philanthropist died Saturday night. Funeral services will be held at noon tomorrow from the Baker home in Tuxedo Park New York with Rev Dr Minot Simons officiating. He will be buried beside his wife in Kensico cemetery. First National Bank of New York will remain open. Union Club to send delegation led by Elihu Root. Baker wished a quiet burial at age 91.
Lawrence friends mourn the death of Miss Ethel Hoar 46 who died suddenly at her home 3312 Monroe Ave Kansas City Missouri. She taught at Central Junior High before moving to Kansas City ten years ago and headed the English department. Survived by brother and sister. funeral arrangements pending arrival of her brother.
Bryan Untiedt, 13, survivor of the Towner Colorado bus tragedy, arrives by train in Kansas City after a White House visit with admiration for President Hoover. He carries a new hunting rifle in a case, guarded by Secret Service, and will continue homeward tonight.
Charges of possession and transportation of liquor were filed this morning by county attorney Harry Frazee in justice court against six Emporia residents. The group, Clarence Walker Richard Boswell I J Hunter Alta Williams Thelma Basell and Neretta Basell, were arrested by Officers George Atkeson and Oscar Peterson in north Lawrence. eight half pint bottles were found in their car. After booking at police headquarters they were turned over to county authorities.
Two Apostolic ministers Rev Sid Wise and Rev P R Larimore were indicted in Mena for flogging a man who supposedly ignored warnings to stay sober during a Red Cross aid winter. Sheriff John E Joplin said he would pay any fines if convicted. He called it a Christian act. The ministers have not been arrested.
Xenophin Pierce Wilfley, 60, a former United States senator from Missouri, died at his St Louis home this morning of cerebral embolism after a three day illness. Wilfley, a Democrat, was appointed to the senate in April 1918 by Governor Frederick D. Gardner to succeed William J. Stone and served the final seven months of World War I in the chamber.
Miss Nora Herron daughter of H H Herron and Mrs Herron of 645 Ohio street wed Harold McNeil son of N H McNeil and Mrs McNeil in a Saturday 8 pm ceremony at the bride’s home Rev J A Briece officiated with only the two families present. The couple will reside with the groom’s parents on Route four. The Herrons hosted a dinner for the couple yesterday afternoon.
Mrs Martha Shannon spends the day in Topeka while W C Simons attends a Rotary meeting in Emporia. Star Mrs L H Menger returns from Kansas City after visiting sister Mrs C S Sherman who has been seriously ill. Mrs Sherman is recovering slowly at home.
Mayor W C Ellis announced the 30 day muzzling order for all dogs to curb rabies is rescinded as conditions eased. Nearly 100 dogs were picked up, disposed of, or returned to owners with licenses and charges paid. Police reduced stray dog rounds while warnings against overrun remain in effect.
The May term of court in Johnson county opens with one of the heaviest criminal dockets. Included on the docket is the trial set for May 12 of E. E. Tate and George Tooley, former University of Kansas students charged with liquor possession and driving while intoxicated. They were arrested last winter and have been free on bond after leaving school.
Charles H M Morgan, longtime Pittsburg high school athletics coach, named assistant in football to Edward Blue Howell at Kansas State Teachers College of Pittsburg. Morgan, an Emporia Teachers alumnus, joined the Hiawatha high school staff in 1922 and played college football at Emporia.
Police investigate the bombing of the Chief Theatre in northeast Kansas City. Firemen estimate damage at about $16,000 to the building and adjacent structures after an early morning blast on the canopy. Also reported, Leona Vita says she was kidnapped and robbed after leaving a movie, driven from home, and forced to walk back.
Theater passes valid one week at Dickinson and Patee theaters went to four children who dug the most dandelions at South Park. All participants received free tickets for May 16 showings. The best worker gathered seven bushels of the weeds.
Douglas county commissioners held their monthly meeting at the courthouse to approve regular bills salaries and consider petitions against adopting the county unit system for road maintenance. A petition supporting the system was filed recently with a counter petition due in days. no petitions against the plan have been filed.
Local news recounts invitations from Steawig Germany for Mr. Rose’s Golden Jubilee, a large announcement party for Miss Gloris Swartz in Olathe, and visits among De Soto residents. Frequent updates cover family gatherings, travel between Kansas communities, school plans, operetta dates, and staff changes at area schools and broadcasting stations.
A brief notice lists individuals named Prospect along with Mr and Mrs Henry Roche Mary Edith Jo Wilbur and Leroy as part of a reader notice or social item from the era. The fragment provides no clear event date location or organization.
Indigestion relief pitch promises to restore appetite and ease discomfort. The ad touts a two dollar jar for twenty days, guaranteed refund if relief isn’t found, and claims endorsement by over a thousand druggists with the ROUND CORNER DRUG STORE as seller.
J Olmstead and Russell Rohe spent Wednesday evening with Mr and Mrs Martin Rohe and family. Miss Irene Neis will teach Prospect school next year replacing Miss Wallace who has taught two years. Mr and Mrs Rohe visited their ill daughter Mrs G G Blakeman who is improving. Union school closed Wednesday with basket dinner drawing a large crowd. Fern Brorer concludes a successful term and will teach Evening Star next year near her home. Dorothy Grabiel hired for the coming year.
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