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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1924
Page
4
A 1924 column mixes partial U S news with remarks on a Red Cross effort in Cracow, a sheriff candidate pledge in Atchison county, and a Kansas coal strike. It discusses Russia’s postwar woes, the Barkley railroad bill critique, and labor board changes, noting building trades activity and apprentice levels.
A garbled excerpt surveys intellectual life in newspapers, magazines, radio and music, claiming more contact across places than ever. It contrasts a college graduate’s uncertain path with aspirations to wealth, then digresses into odd weather notes and street scenes about a rockefeller reference and a coalman.
In district court E J Short charged with violating the Kansas blue sky law did not appear. He was notified of trial today but appeared later this afternoon and the case was set for May 27 with a warning to attend promptly.
Miss Velma Schmidt pianist and Earl Miller bass returned to Fraser Hall for a joint recital under the School of Fine Arts after a two week recess. Schmidt displayed poise and a nuanced touch across two groups, while Miller offered a rich bass voice and expressive range in four groups to the delight of a full auditorium.
Five of six Italians sentenced to hang at Amite remain without relief as Judge Foster upholds sheriffs’ duty to produce prisoners for habeas corpus hearings. The judge also received two anonymous death threats, one from “The Seven Italians” and another from “Citizens of New Orleans.” In Washington, Weeks urged Congress to grant honorable discharge certificates for World War I recruits who lied about age.
In New York on May 6 Mrs. Frederick M. Paist of Philadelphia was elected president of the YWCA defeating Mrs. C. R. Wilson of Detroit by 748 to 441. Other officers include First VP Mrs. Chester C. Ashley Los Angeles Second VP Miss Elizabeth Skinner Dunedin Florida Secretaries Miss Bertha Pabst Washington Miss Lois Kugler Boston A resolution supporting U S entry into the League of Nations passed with little opposition. Also noted is a Washington report on Mellon tying up the internal revenue bureau inquiry with Republican leaders showing less willingness to continue the probe.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting Postmaster Finch announced a plan to seek petitions from Lawrence business leaders to shorten Saturday mail carrier hours during summer. The approach requires patron consent, with one delivery on Saturdays to allow early finish. Lawrence would be among Kansas cities with summer Saturday relief.
Mrs Mann urges careful baby care to prevent illness. Hands on the baby, contact with mouth, eyes, or nose can spread infection. Avoid hard instruments in ears or nose, use soft cotton, boric acid solution, and seek medical advice for eye inflammation. Do not kiss the baby on the mouth.
Miss Alice Skilton hosted a tea for her sister Mrs R H Cornish of New York with Zodiac club members and assisted by Mrs W H Pendleton past president Mrs M E Rice and others. Doctor and Mrs Burdick held their ninth annual senior law class party at their home with bridge and music and spring flowers.
A powder magazine owned by oil well shooter Gus Tease exploded near Brandon's Ferry, killing foreman Gordon Davis and injuring several others. The blast sent shock to Oil City and Franklin, about 20 miles away, and was sparked by a forest fire.
Independent Hine distributors of South Dakota plan to test big oil reaction by cutting retail gasoline to 23 cents per gallon tomorrow in Watertown. Me TA Baskerville, president of Sedington County Oil Co., announced the move. current price is 25 cents.
Fort Scott May 6 The Fort Scott American Legion post number 25 adopts a resolution opposing any modification of the eighteenth amendment. The measure disputes Charles Kelmer a representative of the Legion who testified before a congressional committee on Volstead Act changes. The Fort Scott post asserts it does not speak through unauthorized spokesmen and stands unanimously against any modification.
Paris reports German election results give concern to officials as about 200 deputies opposed to reparations experts. Observers expect the new reichstag to slow but lean toward restoring the monarchy, signaling a trend back to the old regime.
Mary landslide primary endorses President Calvin Coolidge as the Republican choice at the Cleveland Convention. Estimated statewide vote put Coolidge at about 25,000 to 2,000 for an uninstructed delegation. Indications point to Frederick N. Zildman’s renomination, while other Maryland congressmen faced no opposition.
Mr and Mrs J F Hogan and daughter Margaret Ann of Chicago are guests of Dr and Mrs Eugene Smith. Henry Frank and Mr and Mrs McGuire of Kansas City spent Sunday at the Sigma Nine. Clifford Manter of Denver comes to Lawrence to spend several weeks with her husband's parents Mr and Mrs Ad Manter. Mrs Alieg Dow is staying with Mrs W B Hess and her son Leslie Dow in Pratt and plans to spend the coming year in her own home here. Nelson Piper, operated on at Simmons hospital, is improving. Hazel Lynn returned to her school in Eudora after a night in Lawrence. Mrs Clarence Hall spent today in Kansas City. Ida Reed returned to Baldwin after caring for Mrs A Dunn who is ill. Martha Valentine of Topeka returned home after visiting Agatha Hoffman at the Alpha Omicron Pi house. Mildred Green went to Ottawa on business. De C E Read, visiting Mrs James Yount, returned to Ottawa. George K Macke went to Kansas City on business. Dr J F Brock went to Baldwin on business. G P F Rees of Topeka visited son William at the University. W Lutz returned to Baldwin after visiting Kansas City. Mrs L Tuttle went to DeSoto. Mr and Mrs Charles Foster have as their guest Mrs Elmer Hall of Portland Oregon.
El Paso City National Bank, a major southwest institution, failed to open its doors on May 6. The bank was understood to be in a weakened condition, with freezing paper noted among the issues affecting its operations.
SURE relief from constipation promises from Kellogg's ALL Bran with physician endorsements and guaranteed results. The ad emphasizes regular use, two tablespoonfuls daily, versatile recipes, and availability in groceries, hotels, and restaurants, noting Battle Creek production.
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