Secretary Desk Show Under the Chairmanship of Biot
A cluttered note describes tomorrow's show with Thurman leading rain sports and choral union. Umpires and invited patrons are listed, and a few names recur amid mentions of tickets and invitations. The piece also notes a US-Russia film with a special Vorzah accompaniment and a 1919 style cultural event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ecretary
Biot
Thurman
Rob
Eyers
Eli Wamego
Ors
Rae de Gulla Oyer
L. Wood
Jordan
Geraver
Eustace
Karlener
Wey Schoena
Uerentare
Ung
Westival Ags
Uct
Douglas
United States
SovinecRus
Chancellor Addresses at Inauguration Week Schedule
The schedule shows Chancellor Lindley delivering a morning commencement address at the Golé, Moria, with an afternoon talk for graduates. He is set for a second appearance in June at Wichita and will attend the inauguration of Dr. Omás Franklin as new Southwestern College head. Franklin previously served as a key member of the Chancellor’s cabinet at Iditina University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindley
Chantelior
Beiduring
Esday
Golé
Moria
Gall on KU Expert to Examine Burned Remains
The attorney general announced an expert would examine burned remains found near a straw stack on a farm outside Lawrence. Officers say the fire destroyed the stack and the remains may belong to missing Forrest Morose. A search continues as investigators explore the possibility of foul play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onekkal Mayayib
University of Kansas
William Ix Snii
Kantine
Rand
Kan
Arta
Graham Unity
Forrest Morose
War memorial note from Oak Hill residents
A fragment describes a local observance in Oak Hill referencing the Fourth and noting residents from Haskell being involved. The readable text hints at a community remembrance tied to a civil or military event, with emphasis on local participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eellene Grey
Oak Hill
Cemars
Haskell
London May 16 Ambiguous Offer and Return to Hollywood
London reports the Daily Mail contemplates a large British move backed by ample capital. The paper notes an offer and states that the respondent admitted considering it but will not decide until after returning to Hollywood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Hollywood
Londo
University telescope exhibit to feature 27 inch reflector
The University of Kansas will showcase a 27 inch reflector telescope this year, with the optic lens grinding completed by February and the fuller instrument ready for use in about two weeks. Weighing about 200 pounds and valued around $30,000, the fully assembled telescope will cost roughly $3,000 to complete, thanks to work by Mrs Pitt and Manley Hood under Professor Alter.
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University of Kansas
Ieady
Pitt “University
Kansascovie
Pitt
Kansas City
Pith
Lawrence
Alter
Agi
Hess
Manley Hood
Arizona
Cate
Nap -North
Ter
County Board Sued for Damages by Farmer
A farmer Paul Lapstad sues Douglas county commissioners in district court over a drainage ditch built across an 80 acre field north of Lawrence. Witnesses disagree on land damage with jurors later inspecting the site under sheriff protection. The case follows earlier local litigation and court actions, including other unrelated civil matters in the docket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas County
Toda
Paul Laptad
Lawrence
Jis
Damas
Laptad
Sherff
Bob Rutherford
Hugh Mexas
Hiz Fital
Frazee
Ak Georger Melvin
J. B. Wilson
Ted Lander
Victory
Junction
Surance
Wes
Alfalfa Demonstrations Set Across Four Douglas Farms
Four Douglas County alfalfa demonstrations will be held Monday under the Alfalfa Day program sponsored by the Douglas County Bankers Association and the Douglas County Farm Bureau. Locations include Henry Bell farm east of Baldwin on Highway No. 50 at 2 o’clock, John Chickenbeard farm near Big Springs at 3, and Ben Kellowe farm near Legompton at 3 o’clock. Speakers include ARI Throckmorton KU Agronomy head, LOE Willoughby farm crops specialist, I. J. Meade Lawrence National Bank leader, and FS. Butcher Douglas County Farm Bureau president. Demonstrations feature fertility tests and an alfalfa variety test, with a morning session and an afternoon racing demonstration at Rew Kelloge farm.
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Douglas Couunty
Douglas County
Henry
Baldwini
O'Elock
John
Big Springs
Gilkison
Thorming
Henry Bell
Rew Kelloge
Oklahoma Sooners Open Series With Kansas Nine
The Sooners travel for a two game conference opener vs Kansas after recent series with Missouri and Nebraska. Coach Japk Haskell brings a strong pitching trio and potent offense, while Kansas relies on steady defense and capable hitters. Rob Thomson is slated to start, fresh from a 14 inning gem against Nebraska. Bob Maney provides catching prowess behind the plate. Game time is 2:30 o clock.
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Eam
Japk Haskell
Kansas City
Kanith
Heer Cone
Tyro Fame
University of Kansas
Oklahomks
Missouri
Mes
Nebraska
K. U. Tyrol
Sooners
Kansas Agres
Oklahoma
Haskell
Coil
Hunter
Walker
Norman
South
Kansas
Jayhawker
John Bunyamen
Cornhusker
Mt. Dread
Lincoln
Coach Bunn
Rob Thomson
Jayhawk Trace
Huskers
Bob Maney
Tiis
Tonyorraw
E’elock
Lavan
Programs Highlight Mars Visit At Home Event
Brief readable fragment notes a man asking people to attend a home event tied to Mars themed programs. It mentions a gathering and participation, with no clear dates or locations available.
Return from Encampment at Emporia G A R Session
Mr and Mrs S Churchill attended the G A R session in Emporia. They reported a fine time and enjoyed the high school music contest and talks by William Allen and others. J W Priddy was elected department Srpatdee Chanute was chosen for the 1950 meeting.
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Churchill
Emporia
William’ Allen
Arate
A. Bishop
J. W. Priddy
Srpatdee
Chanute
Bequest to Webley Foundation Supports University Work
March Kansas treasurer reports a bequest from Mrs. Luella Stewart of Wellington to the Webley Foundation for student work at the University of Kansas. The gift, in good Kansas municipal bonds, may be kept as principal with income used for the Foundation’s work, linked to Mrs. Stewart’s interest sparked by her son’s KU attendance.
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X . F. March
Webley Foundation
Die Meso Shore
Bf Kansas
Luella Stewart
Wellington
Kansas Municipal
March
Joan TP
Stewart
Kansas
University
Altho
Senior organ recital at University Auditorium tonight
Miss Mets Murphy of Lawrence, pupil of Prof Charles Skilton, offers a classical and light program in University Auditorium tonight at 8. The University Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Prof Karl Euerstein er, provides accompaniment with Miss Dorothy Enlow on piano. Admission is free to the public.
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Mets Murphy
Lawrence
Charles §. Skilton
Aftersiuw
Nexro
Ek Universit Symphony
Community Notices From Stull Evanglical Church and Local Visits
A string of social notes from Stull and nearby farms recount visits and gatherings. Miss Marie Hampschroder attend the Bidinger home. several families including the Dick wanday and Krafts hosted or visited others. Rev. Findley from Oklahoma will lead Stull church next year. James Brassi and Clifford remain among Monday visitors as catalogs and repairs appear.
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Feiph
Bidinger
Marie Hampschroder
Mary Livin
Willie
Jeaneiey
Dick Wanday
J. Kraft
Merriand
Boane
Topeka
Stull
Goldie“Raab
Roy Deskins
Harry Inger
Lawrence
Denewiler
Unspecified Explosion Kills Dozens in City Building
A massive blast at 11:25 AM destroyed much of the interior of a Cleveland building as flames spread. More than 300 people were inside. many died while escaping or in hospital. Officials launched investigations with state fire marshals, safety authorities, and coroner plans for inquest once victims are identified.
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State Division
Cleveland
William '‘R. Hopkins
A. J. Pearse
George Crile
Valued Potato Crop Praised At Luncheon
I R Stinerpeaker at the weekly luncheon of the Kiyanis club todaycalled Douglas County's most valuable trap with an approximate annual yield of 4 000 cars in the Kaw Valley. He noted recent floods reduced acreage by 10 percent and 69 percent below last year while spud areas report small declines elsewhere. He urged greater potato consumption in the United States and quoted authorities linking lower intake to the pursuit of a girlish figure.
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I. R. Stiner
Douglas County
Kaw Valley
Stiller
United States
Stiner
Oskaloosa Social Notes Highlight Local Visits
Oskaloosa residents report visitors from Topeka McLouth and Lawrievice. Mrs Homer Trapp returned from Topeka where she worked at Pellletter's office. Miss Minnie Stimes of Humphreys Neb spent the weekend with Miss Daisy Roberts. Mothers Day service at the Methodist church featured Miss Himes and Miss Roberts. Local events included high school program by Irene Davis and Prof Dan Wilhelm, with Dan Wilhelm entertaining guests and a lively audience.
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Homer Trapp
Topeke
Pellletier’s
Joe Joubgman
McLouth
Oskalooss
Bertha Chapman
Law Revice
Mers
Frank
Vivian Baker
A Dam
Swayox
al Alte
Mir
J. A
Brusdale
Tupekt Vriday
Phé
Jelass
Topeka
Esther Johnson
Fred Thompson
Opeka
Wichita
Heney
St Joseph
Kansas
Fay Munger
Marin Sellers
Iss Irene’ Davis
Pof.Block
Zbod
Atyle
Billy Leech
Wilhelm
Miss.Davis
Dorothy Smith
Nega 3
Community entertainments and local notices in Atchison
Local column notes visits illness, school events, travel, and road detours. Uncles and kin visit Topeka. Frank Dryke closes Lowry school with an evening program. rain and detours disrupt bus service near Atchison. various residents reported ill or traveling. Baccalaureate for class of 1929 held at Methodist church with Rev C Jones delivering sermon.
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Leech
Patrick
Robertson
James Gibison
F. B
Hos
Tess
Cela
Ara Bliss
Clyde
Topeka
Frank Dryke
Lowry
Kansas City
Lou Robertson
Dunavant
S. Boa
Klan Hall
Roy. Grayson
Olathe
Land
Mr. Smith
Stroud
Okla
David Grayson
Mattie ‘Kaufmann
Atchison
Furank Haines
Frances Mourtner
McKendree
lAtchison
Ingar
K W. E. Nobig
Oakley
John Schenck
Lone Tree
James Morrow
Hm Ae Bennett
Pleutel Db
C. W. Davis
Ayto Kaingus Guytt
Royohnston
Rom’ Lic
Elizabeth Sladé
Oscar May
Methodist Church
C. Jones
John Sutton
Wlee Chiis
Lupi
Fred Thompson
Vetet
STONY POINT COMMUNITY UPDATE AT WATERLOGGED AREA
Local notes show Leslie Fitz and daughter visiting Chicago relatives and Lisa records of church attendance, shopper trips, and family visits. Reports mention high waters on the Hutton bridge with fields flooded as river levels fall. Also noted are visits among Reusch, Garner, and Wray families and local farm labor shifting to replant crops due to wet weather. A Washington Post auxiliary meeting is announced for May 18 to discuss Memorial Day plans with Allied Orders and veterans groups.
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Leslie Fitz
Leslie Elizabeth
Chicago
Inl
McMullen-Matone
D. A. Wray
Ernest
Willow Spring
James Kassinger
Winlang
William Roe
Eudora
Ernest Wray
Arthur Piety
Elza Fishmire
Windford Fiory
Raymond Flory
Leonard Flory
Hutton Bridge
Z. R. Reusch
James_Wassbeer
Dave Wray
Lawrence Tuck Fay
Grace Reusch
Nellie Lassen
Bay
Lawrence
Susie Tucker
Reusch
Hans Lar
Murry Lawson
Donald Craig
Leland Lawson
Bobbie Lawson
Washington
Post No. 12
Post Hall
Allied Orders
Sons
Overseas Veterans
National Grand
Boy Scouts
al. Guard
Churchill
L. Selig
Today’s Crossword Puzzle and Puzzle Clues
A jumble of crossword entries and clues from variety puzzles. Includes references to famous names, mythological figures, and historical terms with mixed legibility and several lines of cryptic hints. The page also notes the solution to yesterday’s puzzle and mentions a few authors and titles.
Pretty home wedding in Drummond Oklahoma
May 14 witnessed the marriage of Miss Ruby Boehringer and Rev. Geel R. Findley at the bride’s home in Drummond. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Foil of Leavenworth. The couple will reside where Findley serves as pastor of Evangelical and Congregational churches. A later reception honored them with over 100 friends. The bride wore jorehid crepe de chine with white trim and carried blooms. A song by Vernon J. Boehringer accompanied by his wife featured at the event. Additional social notes record births, bridge parties, and welcome gatherings for local families and clergy in Stull and Drummond.
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Ruby Boehringer
Lillie Boehringer
Stull
Geel R. Findley
Drummond
Oklo
Foil
Shade of
Leavenworth
Vernon J
Boehringer
Vernon
A. E. Wulfkuhle
J. Boehringer
I. Schadt
J. J. Wanning
John Kraft
August’ Nuffer
Marvin Schadt
Naomi Schadt
Misa Gladys Kraft
Maria Shusser
K. Findley
Evangelical Church
Chutch College
Naperville
Findley
Findlay
Ohlinshonfa
Allarge
Personal notices from a Lawrence region page
Relatives of Mrs. Prosser visit Lawrence after her mother Mrs. Prosser dies. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Davis and families from Miltonvale Star City and Delphos. Others travel for hospital updates, graduations, and memorials as local church events and a Presbyterian moderator election unfold in the South.
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Prosser
Mes
Devise
Delphos
Jessie Swick
Star City
West
Homer
Anderson
Sivick
Otto Elis
Thyltis
Hiawatha
G. RE. Lindles
TH. E. Don Carlie
Memorial ‘Hospital
Paul
Rankin
de AL Schwegler
Kansan
Ci Clair Murphy
Oklahoma
Ily
Okla
Meth Maurphy
Albert ’ Edlics
Rexall Orderlie Relief For Constipation Found
A battle orthysician says constipation causes the most misery but immediate relief has been found in Rexall Orderlie tablets. The tablet draws water into the colon to soften stool for a gentle natural movement without habit or dose escalation. Chew 2 at night and wake rested. available at Rexall Drug Store and McCollacri Drug Store.
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Rexall Orderlies
Rexall
Rexall Drug Store
McCollaci Drug Store
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Eastern Star
Mre
Jezsie N
Thorn
City
Worthy
Grand Chapter of
Order of ‘the Eastern Star
Artie T. Harrison
Downs
Er's
Strong
Jayhawkers
Iee
Do aRiday
Ile
Mars
Wesley Foundatiot
Fitch
Meta Murphy
Yarnold-Stull
Otto Busch
Wntee
Dick Margihy
J. B. Yowell
Frank Bidinger
George Hilton
Piatz
Pater
Stull Evangelical Cuileh
Mary-Lavin
A. Bidinger
Dick Murphy
Rindie, Hook
Frank Wuliikuhte
M Stull
Joan Rake
Goldie Raab
Franklin Bidinger
Cecil Findley
Alva Wilson
Rachel Bisaat
Dingér
Rochringer
Henry Keohlar
Aj Brooder
Frank ‘Wulfkunie
Orville Platz
Bobby Ie
O. A. Bidin
O. A. Bidinger
Dinger
Ieebbeney
R. Stiner
Kianis
Oskaloosa
Stony Point
Manitoba
Canada
Barber's Drug Store
Marsh
Watter
Tyréat Betigio
Yasterday
Ayal
Peel
Nuglain
Anslius
Ima
Panta
Goieiery
Mparder Cooprat
Ator
Taxi
Rise Fark
Harmentod
Trinstrions
Staan
Arduvn
Prolth
Fred Sommers
Mast Thirteenth Street
Jean. Frederick Curtis
Memorial Hospital
G. F. Brown
East Nineteenth Street
Weir
J. C. Rumsey
al H E. Smith
Dorothy Hazlet
T. W. Kennedy
M. C. Cannon
Birdie Zwick
Vanera Miller
Vannoy Miller
Roland Brown
Guy Bigsby
J. R. Topping
HG. Nan Neste
Wyle Wilson
Maple Street
Peggy Louise
Bridge
A. F McGlananan
J.B. Henry
Oe Ge Stewart
J. RB. Payne
Roger
And
Ma J
R. Payne
CG. C. Slews
J- B. Henry
CG. B. Decker
Curfman
Asher
T Gilkison
F. McClanahan
V. Ki. Bries Ae
Floyd Rahan
Merchants National Bank
Dollyns Presbyterian
Montreat
N. G
William fe-Dony Gepagtov
South Highlands Church
Birmingham
Ala
Yas Warnimously
Asren
Bly Jaf
Co Daniels
Goffee Court
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