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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1936
Page
4
A Lawrence Kansas Journal-World page notes Clif Stratton of the Topeka Capital discusses Townsend plan tax projections. It argues a $200 monthly payment implies about $400 million yearly charged to Kansas consumers through local merchants.
In a vivid portrait of early fascist ambitions, Mussolini proclaims a new Roman empire amid crowd fervor in Rome. Analysts warn of uncertain lines between reality and rhetoric as League of Nations meetings test Italy's expansion. The piece also covers Reed’s farm remarks and Senator Clark’s critique during Missouri Democratic events. Governor Landon gains momentum after California primaries and a radio interview.
The era of regular transatlantic air travel begins with the Hindenburg voyage from Friedrichshafen to Lakehurst and its return tonight. The event marks lighter-than-air travel as a practical option, while political notes touch Hearst’s GOP influence, radio interviews, and Kansas rain favoring campaigns for both parties.
Amy Van Horn Rader, KU home economics instructor and 1917 KU alumna, will head the University Commons after Mrs. Wilson McClaughry resigns due to ill health, delaying her start until after the current school year ends. Also notes 68th anniversary for Ryder Nour-Baker Grocery in Kansas City and various local social events and births.
An old item notes the Sunday closing order arrives in Lawrence with June 11 as effective date. Only general delivery remains open for emergencies and mail via lock boxes will serve Sunday patrons. Also reported durably is the fall of Henry Watts, 76, from a porch roof, surviving after landing on a stone walk. Juarez has surrendered as General Navarro and his staff yielded their swords to Col Garabaldi, signaling a shift as federal and insurgent forces clash.
A fragment from 1936 Syndicate text centers on a dog and a family trip to the country. The speaker notes the dog’s happiness until Ma joined the trip, implying disruption to the party by bringing her along.
The morning marked a decisive turn as insurgents gained practical control of the city. Tia Juana in Lower California was captured yesterday and remains in rebel possession with no new clashes reported.
The Eights Templar of Kansas holds its twenty seventh annual conclave in Lawrence starting tomorrow through Wednesday with 500 expected in the parade at 9 30 a m competitive drill at 5 p m and a visitors banquet at 8 p m tomorrow wives assist at receptions. Also a second district Republican convention at Ottawa to select delegates for St Louis.
Two Kansas streams ran over banks after heavy rains with little damage. Solomon river reached 20.4 feet at Beloit and was expected to fall. Republican river at Clay Center rose to 13.3 feet and also receded soon. Kaw river near Topeka was below half bank full and falling. Weather official D Flora said moisture adequate and sun needed for crops. light rain totals across towns were reported, with temperatures in the 70s and 40s to 50s last night.
In a sunlit garden Iris confronts her past and her love for Morgan. Allan admits a fragile bond with the family, while Granny’s surprise party proves a catalyst for truth. Iris and Morgan pledge to stay together, valuing love over rumor as Uncle Will ushers them to supper.
Top Notch the rooster visits neighboring barnyards while Christopher Columbus Crow eyes fields and worms. Mrs Quacko Duck hosts a swimming party with wet feather invitations for Jelly Bear Honey Bear Jupiter Blacky Bear Chubby Willy Nil and Sweet Face the lam be rs. Quacko welcomes guests with a wing bow and a splash as the water party begins.
Iris confronts Morgan Jameson after a tangled family gathering. He admits no deceit, claims he never stopped loving her, and explains misreads about Georgie and Phina as tensions rise amid the Lanning relatives and changing fortunes.
GP Clif ford Dopson, one of 11 inmates from a Memorial Day 1933 Kansas penitentiary break, is held in St. Louis for return to Madison County Mo to face automobile theft charges. He says he was paroled last March. Three drunkenness fines are listed with Lora Porter $10 and Kenneth A Bryant and James W Farland $5 each.
Philadelphia Little Julia Martix was pronounced cured today after three years of burns that closed her throat and required a feeding tube. At 18 months she swallowed lye, and repeated surgeries reopened her esophagus. doctors say she is now normal again.
A health note defines pellagra as a systemic disease from dietary deficiency, not spoiled corn, and credits Dr. Goldberger with proving the vitamin B2 deficit cause. It lists foods that prevent Pellagra such as beef, chicken, liver, eggs, milk, greens, and cereals, and foods with little preventive value like butter, corn meal, beans, and lard. The piece stems from De Lago Galdston edited for the New York Academy of Medicine and previews Tomorrow Nicotine Poisoning.
In Junction City a crowd heard the Second U S Cavalry present the finale of its 100th anniversary pageant recounting battles the regiment has fought. The two day observance saw a Plaque ceremony on Saturday. Salina Elks hold annual session with a Mother’s Day service and elections planned for tomorrow. Leavenworth penitentiary brakeman Cleo Branson, 49, a trusted inmate, is being sought after walking away.
Bran son released soon after four years as a trusty inmate from Meade county arrived in April 1932 on a statutory charge. Dodge City sheriff Will Zurbrucken held five young Negroes after a 244 mile chase. the auto in which they rode was reported stolen at Pueblo Colorado. Names listed include John Leach Eugene McDonald Louise McCoy Reba Johnson and Bob Thompson. Coroner C D Baird confirmed J E Rice 68 Greenwood county farmer died by his own actions. a note said he was discouraged and planned to end his life. Atchison Legion district members gathered for their annual convention led by senior district commander A P Hartnen Frankfort publisher.
Lem Sturdy repaired a chimney at the Weiler house and the Byrd family from Missouri plan to move there. Clarence James of Lawrence covers Vinland mail duties during Scott Hansen’s Denver trip. Eleanor Jones visits Lawrence, Winifred Stevens returns from Colorado to teach. Leroy Oscar Homan born April 28 to Elizabeth McPheeters and Oscar Homan. Cole man Dell club prizes won by Velma and Gertie Day. Vinland Farm Bureau met with Mrs Cal Seter. Fishing party enjoyed by McCraken family and Mile burn partygoers. Clarence Randel and Olive Brown wed Wednesday.
Radio listings show a dense Monday evening schedule with numerous stations and acts. Notable names include Pete Herrick, Nat King Cole, Wayne King, Xavier Cugat, Glen Gray, Philip Morris, and Amos ’n’ Andy. The schedule spans theater talks music weather and a late midnight headlines. The text notes a charivari for Lawrence's young people at their parents' home.
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