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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1929
Page
4
Fragmented OCR reads discuss a failed airship event in France with a Zeppelin incident. It mentions a motor failure causing the air liner to crash, only seven engines running at impact, and notes the broader idea that such adventures may normalize risky dirigible flights despite the dangers.
A garbled clipping discusses Philadelphia and Chicago crime figures, referencing Capone and gangsters, arrests, and legal threats. It hints at a trial or sentencing context, mentions parole pressures and public safety, and contains many distorted phrases and stray thoughts.
An outspoken piece mocks rival voices and urges readers to select smarter candidates. It notes a long standing South American dispute between Chile and Peru has eased with a settlement welcomed by both nations. The passage stresses neighborly coexistence and the desire to move on from past contention.
Chicago May 18 AP Charley Zacks long battle against the Volstead act ends as his wife seeks divorce after nine years together. He boasted of know rights to drink and declared he would drink steadily despite prohibition while recounting their 1920 marriage just before the act became effective.
Topeka May 13 AP Rain was general over Kansas except in the extreme west last night. A considerable rise in the Neosho near Iola would be used by the Precipitation, with Oswego river levels falling this morning. Reports show varied totals from Topeka 0.46 inch to Alton 1.98 inches. temperatures expected to drop to mid forties in the west and around fifties in the east tonight, rising to near 70 tomorrow.
Announcement of the new queen was made last night at the annual beauty ball. The selection was by student vote conducted by the Royal Purple yearbook. Other contest winners included Helen Imball Manhattan and Marion Cross of Manhattan with Helen Durham, Margie Arbuthnot, and Thelma Henderson noted as top contestants.
Amid a party rift, delegates convene to chart strategy as Fenlon Chaiguas and Amo! ery emerge in Democratic discussions. Local observers note tense debates, with state leadership guiding amid conflicting factions and calls for unity.
A mixed party of Kansans and friends sails from Pier 30 San Francisco aboard the Matson liner Malolo bound for Honolulu. The group includes a Bostonian lady of culture, her family connections to Lawrence Kansas, and longtime Kansan guides the Boss and the Scribe.
Mrs. W A Quayle and others visit Ottawa and Lawrence as Baker College celebrates spring holiday. Shoppers, social visits, and weddings are noted along with travels to Kansas City Topeka and Vienna plans for Dr Monahan and others. Family illness and school news round out a community update from Baldwin.
The narrator recalls a brutal clash at the Jam Wagon camp over Berna and a mined claim. A battle near the shaft ends with the Jam Wagon fighters gaining vengeance, freeing Berna, and sparking plans for staking and partnerships as letters reveal Masher and Moseley intrigues amid a tense frontier mining era.
A camp of prospectors endures a harsh winter as they tunnel to bedrock after a dream of vast pay dirt. The Prodigal uncovers a rich pan of gold in a drift, prompting cautious celebration and talk of signing a joint venture to exploit the find.
Mrs Wimmer returned to Salina after visiting her sister Miss Marshall for a month. The Ladies Aid of Ives Chapel held an all day meeting at the church last Wednesday with a dinner.
Attended the Senior class play The Heart Gry at Centenary on Poe day evening and many local residents were mentioned visiting or hosting others. The article also notes church Mothers Day activities, Epworth Cabinet officers installed, and various Ottawa and nearby residents visiting, with community events and family updates.
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