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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1928
Page
4
A jumble of prophetic claims from Oaxaca City, debates on Rosenwald philanthropy, and reflections on endowments. The piece notes faulty prophecies, calls for punishing unfulfilled forecasts, and critiques foundations that fail to adapt their aims. It contrasts air rail travel ambitions with political fundraising scandals and references President Coolidge’s stance on recent measures and a patrol bill.
The passage notes conflict between flood control and tax reduction, with disagreement on farm relief law. It mentions Bremen flyers and Greely isle, plus British Lords backing an outlawry of war project. Farmers seek rain that soaks ground, with recent Kansas weather cited as needing suitable measures.
Twenty five years ago in the old town a Bowersock Opera House show featured seven attractions including motion pictures of Mount Pelee and St. Pierre, with admission 25 cents adults, 10 cents children. A kindergarten opens at 1000 Kentucky Street. Epworth League anniversary at Methodist Church to include sunrise prayer, officer installation, and a 7:30 pm address by Rev Edward Hislop. Also notes thefts on Sam Flowers garden, a card party at Mrs. F M Penpkins with prizes won by Mrs C W Murphy and Raul Rudiger, and Manley and Tunes traveling to Los Angeles for a Presbyterian assembly on May 21.
The former president Taft appeals for a 5,000,000 strong army to crush Germany while war fronts see limited activity. Italian forces sink an Austrian battleship. Woodland Park sale hinges on two week deadline. private parties may acquire it for livestock shipping needs. Santa Fe leader Jover announced by the chamber of commerce. Citizens plan a memorial park to soldiers of the Great War.
Fire losses in Kansas during April totaled 433,428 across 366 fires in 68 of 106 counties, the state fire marshal reported. Unknown causes accounted for 8 fires, with 207,175 in losses. dwellings destroyed reached 194, totaling 101,468, while home burnings were noted as the major concern in the fire waste.
The piece recalls Andrew Jackson’s dream of a Potomac bridge as a symbol uniting the North and South. It notes Congress funded the bridge, describes marble piers, and ties the site to Arlington Mansion, Washingtons circle, and Lee’s 1861 decision, ending with a prompt to seek Woodson's picture.
Fragmentary notes suggest references to a national convention in Chicago and sentiments among delegates. Mentions include a senator named Ross voting against impeachment and President Johnson's acquittal. Also appears to note 1871 events with Bil Emmert confirmed as receiver of Humbojat Jang.
Kathleen Kersting, 39, a Wichita singer, returned to her home after three years in Europe studying voice culture. She debuted operatically in Saluzzo, Italy under Dante Lari and will sing with the Wichita Rotarians in a May 22 concert at the Forum before resuming Europe for an August concert tour.
A long, partial transcript lists judicial opinions by several justices including John Marshall, Dawson, Harvey, Hopking and Hutson, noting formal opinions and dissents. It also covers local society items, school commencement plans, neighborhood visits, and Mother’s Day activities with community names and places such as Lawrence, Kansas City, Olathe, and De Soto.
De Soto reports a Pleasant Hour club gathering with Mrs. John Hensen and Miss Flor en cy Davison as hostesses. Attendance included Mrs. e Carroll, Mrs. Clarence Hodge, Mrs. Mildred Atkinson and her son Frank William, Miss Althea Davison, Miss Rhoda Knight, and others. A Mother tribute was given, a reading by Mrs. Katie Linden, and two centerpieces won by Mrs. Helen Blaylock. Luncheon was served by Miss Althea Davison and Rhoda Knight.
Incomplete OCR text shows names such as Georgis Rukes Albert skesj Dorothy Rukes Thad and Mrs Thaddie. Mentions a location West Fairview and a Friday appointment at the Mar. The readable parts hint at a community or social notice with several personal names but lack coherent events or dates.
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