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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1924
Page
5
The article discusses tax experimentation with a Democratic bill adding income tax and a high surtax on the wealthy. It notes infighting between insurgent and Democratic factions, concerns over income distribution, and the aim to fund government budgets. It also references officials like McAdoo and Irish Ireland’s census amid political maneuvering.
The University will print in the convocation programs the names of the highest standing seniors and the organizations they belong to along with all the highest juniors sophomores and freshmen. The honorary senior man for the class of 1928 will be announced at commencement time. The glee club and band will perform selections and the new Sachems honorary men's organization will be announced at this time.
The high school dramatic club presented Pomander Walk in the auditorium last night under Miss Leta Maude Harper. Richard Mullins as Admiral and the tenth Baron Otford led the strong cast with Virginia Hosford and Virginia Hutson delivering standout performances while the audience applauded heartily. L H Emmett designed the stage and a Kansas City firm supplied the period costumes. Phi Mu Alpha provided intermission music. Ingham heads the extension division of the University of Kansas was elected president of the National University Extension Association at Madison, Wis.
Advice on infant care stresses daily safe exercise and unrestricted play. It recommends a warm room, limited clothing, and tummy time on a blanket with leg movements to develop movement. Parents should supervise to prevent falls or burns and ensure the child remains comfortable and not chilled.
John R Griggs a Lawrence resident died in San Diego after a February fall caused a collapse. Born 1843 in New York, he served in the Civil War, later leading the G A R post in San Diego. Survivors include wife Mary Atkins Griggs two sons and two daughters. Funeral services were held in San Diego May 3. Mrs Robert Wiedemann died at Memorial hospital after six months illness. survivors include two sons Franz and Max two daughters and three grandchildren. Miss Martha Mieth of Kansas City and two sisters in Germany. Jessie Van Stratton died at 19 at 1027 Penn Street. funeral at Rumsey on Monday.
Mrs. Wil Dent Yates, longtime Lawrence resident, died in Mason on April 20. Funeral service will be conducted and burial will be at Clinton Cemetery. She recently resided in Lawrence and had been ill in Wichita.
A letter from a longtime Douglas County resident urges C. C. Gerstenberger of Eudora Kansas as a Republican candidate for state senate. The writer praises his integrity, character and preparation, citing his college days and involvement in student activities at Friends University.
A Winchester group of business men organized a Commercial club last night with help from a Lawrence committee including Van Bruner, Dr. Hislop, C. and Scott, and H. H. Mack. A dinner preceded the meeting and Dr. Hislop spoke on the value of community organization.
The Zephyr Bakery delivery truck driven by E L Chase overturned after a wheel broke in a collision with a Ford driven by J Patuelo at Twelfth and Tennes see street this morning. No one was hurt in the collision.
Society of Centenary M E church notes from North Lawrence describe talks on Japan and foreign missions, pastor Shuler’s birthday supper, plans for a Young People S S organization, and local social happenings. Attendees include Mrs Robt Innette, Mrs W Bruner, Mrs Edwin Price, and Miss Rosemary Ketchem. Community members variously visit Kansas City and Philadelphia, with notices of gatherings at the annex and the Rideout event. Dinner invitations urged prompt replies and no-show excuses, reflecting 1920s small town etiquette.
The school reports a civility and service examination led by Banks Brown. Harold Von Gunteh writes from Bonner Springs about liking his bank job, while Oscar Cooper notes a strong stenographic post in Bi Stone Gap Virginia. High school students and others attend summer sessions. a typing speed contest on May 28 offers a typewriter prize.
A collage of poems and student writings recounts spring joys and flowers, plus notes on local activities at St. Louis Symphony rehearsal, Easter parties, a parade, music week, and classroom events. Entries mention Elizabeth Johnson age 11 and Elma Carey age 10 with multiple grades, plus a nearby orchestra and community gatherings.
Woodlawn school in Lawrence is holding athletic practice at the stadium Friday afternoon. Participants include Willie Payne, Robert Higgins, Richard Higgins in class I. Irvin Bateson, Louis Belcher, Tom Raybourn, Leonard Hicks in class II. Raymond Stockert, Arthur Stockert, Leonard Hicks, Fred Dunser, John Right, Joseph Zimmerman, Howard Krum, Lawrence Mills in class III. Richard Conner, Everett Godfrey, Raymond Jennings, Arthur Zimmerman in class IV. Sixth grade girls play volleyball and basketball. fifth grade girls play keep away with volleyball and basketball. younger children enjoy the slippery slides. Miss Burne teaches on the playground and oversees proper behavior. This week the girls watch the boys practice relay races at the stadium. Woodlawn hopes to win.
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