University Band Spring Concert at Fraser Hall
The University band under J C McCanles performed a well attended spring concert in Fraser Hall. The program featured Tschaikowsky March Slave Spanish Dances by Moszkowsky and McCanles compositions including Loyal First a K A. The concert closed with Crimson and the Bilge amid praised solos and ensemble highlights.
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Fraser Hall
J. C. McCanles
Wf. C. McCanles
McCanles
W. M. McCanles
J. Cedric Wilson
Robert Havenhill
Maschera
Yand
Passport for the Departed in 19th Century Russia
Documents found near old graves in Leningrad reveal that passports to St Peter were issued in the early 1800s to wealthy Russians. The forms praised the deceased as good Christians, forgiving sins, and ensuring welcomed entry to Heaven with access to privileges forever.
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Leningrad
Associatéd Press
St. Peter
Russia
Here
St. Petersburg
Elim
Peter
Japanese Women Smugglers Seized In Arms Plot At Tsingtao
Five Japanese women linked to a smuggling ring were detained in Tsingtao after consular police uncovered a plan to import guns and ammunition. Investigators report women acted as go-betweens for male gang members who ferried arms ashore aboard colliers. cartridges and 25 pistols were found on and with the suspects.
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Tsingtao
China
Associated Press
Mrs Kellogg Opens Charitable Exhibitions in London
Mrs Kellogg wife of the American Ambassador to England has accepted several invites to open charity fairs and exhibitions during London’s social season. Though only in London a few months she has become a popular patron and hostess at public functions. She recently opened with Princess Mary an embroidery exhibition supporting the Child Fund featuring works by Patricia Ramsey the Duchess of Abercorn and the Countess of Dalhousie.
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London
Associated
Kellner
England
Hawaii Ends Pineapple Canning Cores Policy
Hawaii halts use of pineapple cores in canning and prohibits their improper handling. Officials cite policy change to regulate packing and prevent mislabeling or resale risks. Local associations and processors trace new guidelines to Honolulu announcements dated May 14.
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Hawaii
Honolulu
Perecapal Association of
Hawai
Misuse of Cores by Mainland Bakeries and Canners
Discovery shows mainland bakeries using cores as a substitute for crushed pineapple in pies and other products. Some canners repackaged cores with crushed pineapple and sold the mixture as straight crushed pineapple. Candy makers coated cores like glazed fruit, which was deemed acceptable.
Displayed Statue Copy Planned for Portland
Portland announces a bronze copy of Joan of Arc on horseback to be placed near the city. Dr Henry Waldo Coe, donor of a Theodore Roosevelt statue, says the Joan of Arc piece is ordered and expected by June. He will also present statues of George Washington Abraham Lincoln and Dr John McLauchlin, famed early Hudson’s Bay Company figure.
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Portland
Ore
Associaten Press
Joan of Arc
Fremier
Place de Rivoli
Paris
Louvre
Henry Waldo Coe
Theodore Roosevelt
Mt J
Coe
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
John McLauchlin
Oregon
Hudson Bay Company
Tennis stars aid funds for quake relief in Japan
A gift of 4955 yen from William Tilden II and others to the Japan Lawn Tennis Association will buy tennis equipment for 60 Kana gawa prefecture schools including Yokoma ta, hit by the September 1 earthquake and fire. Proceeds came from exhibition matches in the United States after the disaster. A classical Japanese letter will thank Tilden and all contributors.
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Tokio
Associated Press
William T. Tilden
Manuel Alonzo
Shimizu
Fukuda
Japan Lawn’ Tennis Association
Kanagawa Prefecture
Yokotama
United States
Tilden
Onion Odor Bans Chelsea Show Spark Gardeners Anger
Royal Horticultural Society bars onions from the next Chelsea Show over a strong odor. Gardeners and the Fruit Grower defend the vegetable as a healthy smell, while noting its value in salads and flavoring. The piece also mentions elephants capable of long fast runs at surprising speeds.
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London
Associated | Press
Royal Horticultural ‘Society
Chelsea
Students Swap Homes In France Exchange Plan
During the spring vacation the National Union of Students Association of France sent hundreds of French youths abroad and hosted foreign students in Paris. French youths toured England Budapest Verviers and other centers while English Hungarians and Belgians visited Paris. Summer plans include Poland exchanges with sponsorships by British universities and Sorbonne families. University of Paris officials praise the growing movement.
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Paris
Associated Press
National Union of Student’s Association of France
Pari
England
Budapest
Verviers
Belgium
Lati
Poland
Sorbonne
University of Paris
UC Estimates Yearly Vegetable Needs For A Person
Berkeley May 15 The University of California nutrition specialists estimate yearly vegetable requirements per person and space needed for home gardens. Totals include greens 3 pounds carrots 60 cabbage 20 turnips 40 beets or parsnips 50 string beans 16 squash 15 potatoes 180 corn 50 onions 40 tomatoes 50. Garden space listed per item ranges from 20 to 400 square feet.
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Berkeley
Cal
University of California
Opium Smuggling Ring Exposed by Hong Kong Seizure
British authorities say a Hong Kong opium seizure proves an organized traffic between Swatow and Hong Kong. Chinese exchanged opium for arms and ammunition likely for rebellion or piracy. Children were found carrying opium and a raid uncovered a club laden for opium smoking.
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Geneva
Associated Press
China
Hong Kong
London Foreign Office
League of Nations
Swatow
Costumes Are Denounced at English Regatta
London May 15 Associated Press reports that Skiff Rowing Association members condemned the scant attire of women rowers at regattas. Officials noted complaints about stockingless outfits with shirts or skirts only to mid-thighs when off the boats, urging more clothing on the towpath and in the enclosure.
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London
Associated Press
Skiff Rowing Association
Annual Meeting
Hotel Prices Rise in Cleveland for 1924 Convention
An article notes Cleveland hotel rates for the 1924 Republican National Convention, contrasting June prices of $3 to $2.50 per night with Cincinnati's 1876 rate of $4. It details hotel occupancy projections, expected crowd sizes, and the shift from steamboats to automobiles and air travel. It also marks Cleveland’s centenary of the first steamboat launch and cites figures from the Cincinnati Commercial on past conventions.
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Cleveland
Cleve
Ohio
Cincinnati
Rutherford 3. Hayes
Los Angeles
Republian
Suckeye
Dinicionati, Commercial
Grand Hotel
Burnet House
Gibson House
St. James
Hause
Arlington
Walnut ‘Street
Crawford House
Ice Industries study new sales and service aims
Chicago May 15 The National Association of Ice Industries members focus on building better service by forming company schools for drivers with lectures on modern business methods clearness punctuality and courtesy. Members pledge purity of ice and improved public service through driver cooperation and training.
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Chicago
National Association of Ice Industries
New Cold Solder Demonstrator At Factory
Displayed this week the factory demonstrator showing a cold solder that mends most leaks in all metal vessels. Leaky vessels were mended free this week during the demonstration.
Progress in Ice Service Cites Modern Home Delivery Trend
The piece reflects on the growth of ice industry employment with about 175000 people in ice manufacture and distribution. It contrasts modern service with the old ice man delivering by pail and dousing walks, urging a future of genuine efficiency and home service.
Deaths and law firm news from Kansas City area
Death notices report Parmella Johnson age 21 died at home of her parents in Lawrence. Also news of a new law firm Kurzfeld Beach and Steeper to open in Kansas City with Al vert Beach serving as mayor and Bert Steeper connected to the Steeper family. Minor items include Ontario flour rate changes and a Tokyo glider import project. A wage settlement ends British mine strike. A Topeka man, James First, fined 32.50 for highway speeding.
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Parmella Johnson
Farmelia Johnson
George Johnson
Menin
Lawrence Friends
Tave
Kansas City
Kurzfeld
James First
Topeka
Fort
Blind boy earns eagle scout rank despite blindness
Méa Were of Oklahoma City is set to become an eagle scout with 21 merit badges, aided by the Rotary Club of Henryetta and the Oklahoma School for the Blind. The story notes Straw Hat Day promotions over Massachusetts Street with airplane banners and various stores offering hats, plus a nostalgic display of a 40 year old photograph of Will Anderson at a local bakery.
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Okla
Boy Stout
Rotary Club
Henryetta
Oklahoma School For the Blind
Lee Camden
Henryet
Massachusetts Street
Jthe. Svin
aghusetts _street
Rene
Algher
Massachusetts
Road view set for Bali win area. vacancies sought
June 4 at 10 o clock is the viewing date for the road mile and a half northwest of Bali win, where sixteen residents have requested vacating. The road, part of the old Santa Fe Trail, runs diagonally across S. L. Catton property, intersecting the nearby north south road. Additional notes: Arthur Allen of Haskell Institute submitted house plans to the Better Homes committee, with few entries and no prize. Tommy Dixon, K. U. wrestling instructor, claimed a new straw hat after an advertising plane visit. H. G. Colglazier pursued cow testing association work in Douglas county. Carl Kennedy was fined for speeding in police court.
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Baliwin
Wie
S. L. Catton
Ec Reece
Better Homes Committee
Arthur Allen
Haskell Institute
Haskell
Dixon
Tommy Dixon
Carl’s
O B Special touted by dentist after influenza illness
A Be leading dentist describes suffering from influenza after an attack and credits O B Special with rapid relief. He claims the tonic cleanses poisons, improves appetite and digestion, and restores vigor. The Rankin Drug Store is named as the local exclusive agent offering a money back guarantee.
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Rankin Deng Store
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Africa
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FE. E. Baker
Baker
Philippines
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Kent
Hong -Kong
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Haye
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Ontario
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Halifax
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Japan
France
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Lawrence
Phels
Carl
Will Anderson
Lawrence Baker
Will View Road
H. G. Colglazier
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Carl Kennedy
Peavers
William H. Esker, M.D
Ww. Buxton, Maine
Kansas
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