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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1926

Page

8

Funds for Cotner College Endowment Drive Launch

The Christian churches launch a major educational fundraising drive for Cotner College in Lincoln Nebraska under the Brotherhood’s endowment plan. With 934000 of 31000000 pledged, leaders including Nic M Porter and Harvey T Mohn advance plans to complete the endowment this year. Local church speakers J B Weldon and R Bradley will address meetings at North Side Christian First Church and county fellowship events, with no dinner charge or fund solicitation.

Christian Churches Cotner College Lincoln Wels Lopain x T. Winter Harvey TH. Har Moh Lawrence F Ir J. B. Weldon Iast R. Bradley Mo Porter A. Richrt Hugh Lomax Cytigld Ce “Hcotner ‘College J. Weldag R Bradey

Miss Pratts Recital Delights School and Law Audience

Ines Pratt soprano pupil of Prof W B Downing pleased a large audience in Central Administration building last night with a well chosen program. She displayed clear confident control across languages, aided by accompanist Thomas who offered thoughtful support. Her voice and technique shone in opening numbers Pur Dicesta Bocca Bela Amarilli and O Don Fatale, with German items and English songs including Annie Laurie. Critics noted a promising tone that recalls Marion Talley and Galli-Curci potential.

Ais Ines Pratt W. B. Downing Law Ningone Moice A Lotti Guilio Grigg Brahms Thomas Winifred Obertass Seneide Bohmsel Annie — Laurie Pratt Jenny Lind

Ukuleles and New Instrument Sting Through Hawaii Tour

AP reports ukuleles including a new niukani singing cocoa nut type are sent to the mainland along with dozens of ukuleles for a touring program. The famous instrument Hawaii’s “oo-kay-lay-lay” is often mispronounced as “vou-ka-ley-lee.”

Wheat declines as North West crop prospects weigh

Chicago and Kansas City market roundups show wheat losing ground on general selling amid fresh crop reports from the northwest and southwest. Duluth and Canadian wheat shipments slated for May delivery press prices, while corn and oats ease locally alongside wheat. US wheat discounts abroad and dwindling old-wheat stocks provide some offset.

Chicago Northwest Southwest Duluth United States Europe

Attempt to girdle globe by radio from Denver

United Press reports KOA in Denver will broadcast a global radio program May 26 for 11 hours to reach 35 countries under Rotary Club auspices. The all night program will include multi language music and greetings from ambassadors and dignitaries ahead of the June Rotary convention. It will target Rotarians at sea and in 150,000 members worldwide. The event marks KOA’s long range reach and features country by country transmissions.

Denver United Press Globe KOA General Electrics International Rotary Club Europe South Africa South America Australia The Orient Bis Broadcasting Rotary Argentine Republic Belgium Bermuda Alaska Brazil Canada Chile China Cuba Denmark France Great Britain Ireland Helland Hawaii Guatemala India Italy Japan Mexico Newfoundland New Zealand Norway Panama Peru Philippine Islands Spain Sweden Switzerland Union of South Africa Uruguay Pacific Atlantic Ocean

Summer shopping and storage tips from local shops

Peggy and readers hunt for bargains as summer storage looms. Genol moth destroyer from Rankin’s drug store helps protect coats and furs. Innes’s leather and travel gear line appeals for vacations plus a wide range of suitcases and trunks. Reese’s highlights bath and body articles, while Green Brothers continues selling durable ovens. Lawrence Typewriter Exchange rents typewriters for term papers as professors prefer typed work.

Rankin Tybu Lawrence Typewriter’ Exchange

Chocolate deals spark at Reese's drug store sale

Peggy Phi eyes chocolate drops as she passes Reese's drug store today. The scene notes a sale on chocolates before summer heat, with prices mentioned as thirty nine cents a pound. A general ad-like mention covers rental machines from $1.50 to $3.00 monthly and stenoigraphy bills, without clear event framing.

Peggy Reese’s

Mexico City drives out bail houses to curb crime

The Mexican Attorney General launches a campaign to expose and shut down bail bonding houses and individuals who post bonds for criminals. Investigations reveal widespread irregularities, including reuse of the same property for multiple bails due to no shared property lists among courts.

Mexico City United ‘Press Mexico Republic

Quaker Flavor Perfected Fifty Years of Oat Craft

A wry remark highlights the enduring effort behind Quaker oats, noting that fifty years of refining the flavor leave consumers spoiled for ordinary oats. The line underscores the brand’s long commitment to quality.

Wager Seeks Dallas Adventure By Middletown Men

Three Middletown men Jesse Young and Warren Wilson left on a wager with no funds to reach Dallas Texas. They traveled Thursday night toward Crissie Cave Son home aiming to return via Milwaukee. If they make the time limit they win two hundred dollars.

Oston Jesse, Young Warren’ Wilso Middletown Ohio Crissie Caveson Dallas Tex Milwaukee

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