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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1928
Page
4
The item presents a dated classified style notice from a Lawrence Kansas publication, noting republication rights and issue arrival procedures. It references the Associated Press, Audit Bureau of Circulations, and a May 7 1928 date with a biblical proverb quote about hope and gladness.
A series of reflections on consumer rights, business integrity, and political accountability. The piece argues for progress in fair pricing and anti piracy, critiques campaign finance scrutiny, and urges clear standards in business conduct amidst scandals. It notes Kansas City bond debates and optimistic Kansas wheat prospects while urging public trust in governance and commerce.
A cryptic note states a horse named candidate will be kept secret until the entry in the presidential race. If Al Smith secures the Democratic nomination, Houston delegates may nominate Smith for that third ticket. The piece questions whether delegates act for Smith or for the public curiosity.
Fifty five years back ice cream was a novelty yet townsfolk enjoyed it at Christian Gillon rooms. A bright baby was born to Mr and Mrs Chas Eggert. Harris at Foole's stood out with fine beets. Improvements near Presbyterian and Episcopal churches enhance grounds. Miss Middy Morgan of the New York Times visited Eldridge, hosted by Judge Devereux. Mr Akers plans a Kansas Stud farm trot show featuring Ethan Allen and St Elmo, honoring Major C B Peek and railroad magnates. S C Himer & Co market medicines with Condition Powder. Soldier reunion committee met at court house. railroads offer fare at one and one-fifth rates. Leavenworth line offers excursion. Major Ranson reports transportation favorable. Twenty five years ago Mrs Teeter visited Washington Iowa. W W Cockins went to Los Angeles for Presbyterian assembly. Edith Davis returning from Chicago. Maud Cooke and others attended opera and music festival. Carpenter strike ends with wage rise of 2.5 cents and a graded scale.
An obscure fragment notes a phrase about education and five individuals. The readable text hints at a past focus on schooling or study, with limited context to confirm specifics.
Fifty Lawrence residents attended the Topeka Elks session where C. W. Carm a of Lawrence was named first president and W. H. Melone of Lawrence became treasurer. The event highlighted local involvement in state fraternal activities.
Topeka May 10 AP Secretary Earle G Brown of Kansas state board of health says milk is the most important food for children and a preferred aid for the sick and convalescents. He notes milk supplies impact infant mortality, citing Kansas declines from 1816 to 1926 due to better milk quality and cleanliness.
Kansas history notes for 1857 1861 and 1870 include dismissed treason indictments a captain killed near Marais des Cypnes conventions held at Junction City and Lawrence and a weather forecast warning of electromagnetic disturbances possibly causing rains cyclones tornadoes and earthquakes plus a report of a stolen and recovered 1928 Chevrolet car tied to Rent-A-Ford in Lawrence
The Baldwin area reports the engagement of Miss Mary Chastain of Chanute to Carl Butell of Baldwin, with a June 14 wedding planned. Baker University prepares for May Fete on Lake Parmenter with May Queen and attendants, while campus activities include De Molay installations, choir events, and upcoming commencements.
The article describes a proposed centenary hall to be built with imitative stone and a white stone seat surrounding a lighted pillar stand. A Topeka architect will submit the detailed plans.
Reno reports show Mr and Mrs A Wartzack traveling to Leavenworth Tuesday and Wednesday while Nellie Vic Lawrence attended Reno music class. Lilly Somers visited Mrs C L Dehoff as siblings and friends assisted with housework. O Connell family, Elaine included, returned to Kansas City. Dennis O'Dea funeral was held with Rev Hesse officiating. interment at Reno cemetery. Funeral attendees listed. Irregularities noted in diary-like column with community events, illness, and a May 2 shower for Miss Gladys Bernhardt hosted by Mrs Warizack, Mrs White, and Mrs Verhoff.
The Presbyterian Missionary Society plans a Thursday afternoon meeting at Mrs. Baldwin with many local attendees listed. Clinton Charles David Pugh and Merritt family of Woodward and others, including Mrs. Losh Martina, were among the callers and visitors over the weekend, with several neighbors visiting various homes Sunday afternoon.
Franklin spent Saturday evening with her parents Mr and Mrs Gibler. Mr and Mrs Joe Flory and children of Lone Star visited Mr and Mrs Russell Harrell and children. En Hens C.0. and Mabel spent Sunday in Topeka with friends. Mr and Mrs W Ho Barton and daughter Marion spent Sunday with Mrs Barton’s mother Mrs Frank Stanwix. Mr and Mrs Arthur Cummings and daughters Dorothy and Matta spent Sunday afternoon with Mrs Emma Cummings Charlie and Myra. Dave and Mrs IBe Lowell of Lawrence were dinner guests Sunday at ME and Mrs J D Gibler’s. Martina Losh spent Tuesday night with Wanita Nemic and Mrs Russell Harrell and children spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Dave Harrell at Apple Pie. Mrs Katie Jones and son Ted and Mrs Tom Hout and daughters Vivian and Nadine called on Mr and Mrs McIntire at Richland Sunday afternoon. EF 3 Carl Woodward called at Mart Tarpy’s Sunday morning. Lawrence callers Tuesday included Martin Tarpy and daughter Myrt le, Mrs Andrew Jensen and children Hazel Louis and Russell, Mrs Tom Hout and daughter Nedine, and Mrs Katie Jones and son Ted. Mr and Mrs Arthur Losh and Martina Alice Woodward and Luella Herschall went to Baldwin City Sunday and spent the evening at the hole in the rock. Mrs Carl Woodward was a Lawrence visitor Monday. The Clinton Finner club will hold its memorial service at the Clinton cemetery on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock on May 27th. Hugh Means of Lawrence will give a short talk. Mrs Walter Harrell and son of Washington Creek spent Monday afternoon with Mrs Russell Harrell and children. The Brown boys Ray Lily La ys La…
A fragmentary report describes a child handling matches in a room near Topeka. A bird flying into the room sparked a small blaze that damaged clothing and furniture as the boy attempted to control it.
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