Day of Rioting Marks Big Strike in London
Government empowered to use crown forces to maintain vital services including electricity and rail transport. Sir William denounced mass protests and urged increased special constables as strikes threaten essential utilities. union leaders warned the fight would continue beyond the current week.
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London
London Hospital
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Engineernion
Financial aid pledged for striking English miners
Springfield reports President Frank Farrington pledging moral and financial support to English striking miners via telegram to Secretary A J Cook of the British federation. In Indianapolis, AP notes U S miners earn four to five times more daily than English counterparts with rates of 7.00 for underground work and 6.80 for above shaft labor. The piece contrasts pay scales, notes seasonal work reducing annual averages, and discusses proposed reductions returning English pay to about 6 a day with unskilled laborers earning around 110 a week in some areas.
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England
Frank Farrington
Illinois Mine Workers
A.J. Cook
British Federation of Miners
Indianapolis
United States
Engand
United Mine Workers of America
Arathc Sails On Time Amid Strike Disturbance
New York May 5 46 engine room crew members attempted to rush from the White Star liner Arabi to the pier three minutes before departure. Three officers restrained the men and the ship sailed on its scheduled time amid the general strike turmoil in England.
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Englam
Firemen to Carry On in Strike Showdown
London dispatch reports the National Sailors' and Firemen's Union secretary cabled New York directing members aboard British ships to continue work for now. Future action hinges on a late week strike ballot. despite the shaft, union says no strike authorized and firemen were idle at London docks. In Paris, two thousand auto workers strike in sympathy. Baltimore reports Mrs. Arthur Capper remains gravely ill after a major operation, slightly stronger but hospital condition listed as grave. Drink McNish's Soda Water "Made in Lawrence."
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National Sailors’ and Firemen's Union Today
Associated Press
New York
FIX QUIZ SCHEDULE APPROVAL AND TIMETABLE NOTES
University Senate approves revised quiz calendar from Friday to Thursday with law school autonomy. Law faculty may set its own schedule. non law courses may exempt conflicts. The schedule lists May 28 to June 3 blocks by class length and time slots. Memorial Day holidays noted. sub committee supports continuing Maryville and Salina courses with four year college relations and accreditation alignment.
Plans for Foreign Number of Graduate Magazine
The Foreign number of the Graduate Magazine from the University of Kansas Alumni Association will print around May 20 and differ from any prior issue. Editor Fred Ellsworth has spent months gathering material and about 257 named figures contribute, with roughly 100 replies. The issue will cover life and work in many countries and include numerous pictures from around the world.
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Beneril
United States
Land Swindle Suspect Sentenced in Kansas City Jail
Albert A Johnson a 64 year old from Kansas City pleaded guilty to using shells to defraud in a Mexican land settlement scheme. He was sentenced to two years in Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary and awaiting commitment papers. Johnson collected thousands from the West Coast Agriculture and Land Company and its Los Angeles branch, with offices in Oklahoma and Texas. He was once president of the concerned companies and was indicted in 1936 with others. The government alleged the company sold land it did not own.
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Pramtoler
Leavenisronte
Leavenworth
Johnson
Ihallars
Mexican Land Company
West Coast Agriculture and Land Company
Los Angeles
Oklahoma
Texas
Enan
Panies i Beies
Federal Prand
Anvil
M. Johnson
Lillian Hodges
Johnsonn
Early 1930s Baseball Results Snapshot
Reported scores from games on May 1 through May 6 include Washington 11 Boston 4 in the American League opener with Coveleskie limiting the Red Sox to four hits, and Philadelphia defeating Boston 5-3 in the Yankees Athletics clash. Also noted are Pittsburgh beating Boston 3-2 behind a Meadows Smith pitching duel, and Ruth homering for the Yankees with others like Wambsganss affected by line drives and injuries during the May 5–6 stretch.
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Cincinnati
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Philadelphia Athletics
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Unique Distinction for Crown Princess Louise of Sweden
Crown Princess Louise, wife of Crown Prince Gustavus Adolphus, is described as Europe’s only prospective queen and one of the world’s few future queens. The article notes royal bachelors and heirs, and traces Louise’s lineage to Princess Louise of Battenberg, Lord Mountbatten, and Queen Victoria.
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Metsker Declares Candidacy for County Treasurer
John F. Metsker, a longtime county resident, announces his Republican bid for county treasurer in the upcoming primaries. Born in Marion township, he farmed and raised stock, lived in Lawrence seven years, and worked three years with Hos. Tord Investment & Mortgage Co. A Brethren Church member, he attended the 1924 national assembly in Hershey, Pa, and currently serves as treasurer for the North East Kansas district.
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Marion Township
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Demonstration of Textone Plastic Paint at University
A demonstration of Textone, a plastic paint from United States Gypsum, was held in the University of Kansas City Engineering building auditorium for interior decoration enthusiasts. Dr. Dodge, T. W. Daily, and Glen Price led the session, showing wall textures and color combinations for period designs. Attendees included architectural engineering students, local dealers, contractors, and prospective builders.
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Fiersons
Dr. Dodge
T. W. Daily
Glen. Price
McCanles Promotes Springtime Song at Varsity Theatre
University bandmaster 3d C McCanles debut s new song Springtime performed by Margaret Drennen at the Varsity Theatre Thursday and Friday in connection with Exquisite Sinners the film. McCanles wrote both words and music and recently distributed the song to dealers.
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De Soto News Roundup Highlights Local Life
De Soto scene centers on hospital updates for Oscar Kobler and Mrs. Elmer Hunter while families in Lawrence and De Soto share visits. Miss Gertrude Atkinson wins state essay prize, and local schools plan next year assignments. Community events include school programs, alumni meetings, and a birth announced for the Scone family in Frankfort.
De Soto News Briefs and High School Events
Visiting relatives in Oklahoma. Clarence Hale replaces his truck with a new one. L A Smith of Wichita Kansas visited with his wife caring for Mrs Maggie Freeman and Miss Hazel Freeman. Miss Amy Bond hosted a birthday party on Wednesday April 21. Junior Follies at the high school auditorium drew about $100 at the door. Mrs Nease remains critically ill, nurse Annie Jewett from Lawrence cared for her. Mrs Joe Pogue of Leavenworth seeks treatment in Memorial hospital. The Martin Fruit and Roultry farm house gets a new roof and barn addition. Farm Bureau meetings featured hat work and plans for a Junior Farm Bureau organizational meeting. Several residents and relatives moved about, with social visits to Gardner and Lawrence. The high school calendar includes junior-senior banquet May 7 and commencements May 20.
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Luther
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Muriel Morse
Lillian Morse
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Dicken
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J. W. Scott
Charles Nicken
J. H. Foley
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Wilbert Mason
Carl Koehler
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de Sotoé Rural High School
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Olathe
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Charles Wood
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DeSoto Rural High School
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Minnesota
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Wa‘Karusa
R. L. Jewsit
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George Kouns
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Minter
Oklahoma
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Valley Grove Fire Destroys Carlston Place Home
A Ridgeway area house on the Carlston place north of Valley Grove burned Wednesday evening, fire gaining quickly after occupants slept. Neighbors arrived but could not save the home or contents. Mrs Ridgeway was moved to the Will Harding residence. The community gathered for the last day of school with a lengthy program and baskets at the Valley Grove school.
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Leavenworth
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Ruby
Garner
Lang
Tie Quarrel
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Harold Garner
Harry
Glenn’ Champion
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Nellie Church
Bobby
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Daryl
Stewardt
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Elva Garner
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Buena Petrie
Hazel
Earl Garner
Edna Stewart
Valley Grove
Jones
Charles Jones
Esther Louise Jones
Curl
Sunnyside
James Holliday
Lottie Nowak
Little Yanetta Nowak
Chester
W. B. Carter
Marysville, Mo
Russell Stewart
Parental Science Debate Highlights Early Education
New York May 5 U P Dr Thomas Demand of Teachers College Columbia criticizes parental craft as unscientific and inefficient arguing that many parents substitute sentiment for rational care. He urges support for a summer roundup by the National Congress of Parent Teacher Associations to conduct May health day and May examinations for next fall's freshmen with corrective treatment available, noting preschool neglect as a major weakness in American health efforts.
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The Lost Battalion Show Draws Crowds at Varsity Theatre
Crowds attended showing of The Lost Battalion at the Varsity Theatre Monday and Tuesday under Liberty Post of the American Legion. Additional screenings planned at Baldwin Thursday and Haskell Institute Saturday to raise funds for damage costs. Gerald Pyle paid 1.40 for damages to Officer Vogler's motorcycle after a collision last Saturday night. Hob Campbell, with burned out Ford lights, was arrested but excused for driving without lights on his first violation.
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Marriage Licenses Issued by Probate Judge Menger
Probate Judge Menger issued marriage licenses to couples yesterday afternoon. The pairs include Jesse J. Billingsley and Hazel Hobbs of Pleasant Grove Missouri, Virgil South and Kay City Missouri, and Kitna Dutton Trdy.7% Oh.
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