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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1928
Page
5
The issue presents a Lawrence World Journal page with items on liquor law and sentences, including notes on life sentences for liquor possession, a discussion of the habitual criminals act, and reflections on the death penalty versus life imprisonment. It also mentions an Italian dirigible sighting returning safely from Arctic airspace.
The article discusses Japan and China amid rising tensions in Manchuria, noting northern leaders may withdraw from Peking as China strengthens its claim to use armed force on the Asian mainland. It cites potential world response, internal pressures in Japan, and the broad regional influence as wheat prospects in Kansas contrast with Central American exploration.
The house appropriation committee reported the deficiency bill noting the Nichraguan expedition of the marine corps has cost about five million dollars. Congressmen Ayres of Kansas is discussed as a potential running mate for Al Smith, aiming to balance wet and dry wings within the Democratic platform. The first bus passenger from Los Angeles reached Fort Scott last week, a feat deserving recognition.
In the old hometown a telephone is placed in the University library linking to the main building. Dr. Hetherington, athletics manager at Missouri University, spoke on Pure Athletics. Faculty entertainments and staff changes are noted, with personnel updates including Anna Alford, Mrs. Hugh Means, Lee McCain, Dr. Strong, and local business moves at Innes and Sol Marks stores.
Fifty five years ago Dr C A Logan departed for Chili today. Pie plant was sold at a local establishment with very large stalks and leaves. Cal Esterly, top competitor in the West Point cadet examination, is described as a young, hearty teacher likely to become an officer. The New Officers: Mayor Gleason’s nominees Gov Sam Walker for City Marshal and A Fisher for City Attorney were confirmed. Walker, with capable subordinates, would make LeTence unsafe for ruffians and depredators.
A 68 percent mile long tunnel with three miles of approaches opens for traffic on the Edgewood cutoff linking Chicago and Kentucky points. The Illinois Central line progresses from Portland and edge details note a relief corps of 500 members planned by Portland American Legion to aid civil authorities in emergencies.
Lawrence citizens urged to support Poppy Day on Saturday May 26. Auxiliary units and post presidents asked locals to buy poppies made by disabled veterans, funding rehabilitation and child welfare programs. Officials cited reverence for fallen workers and noted 1927 sales rose nationally, with Lawrence aiming to top last year’s 4,006 poppies.
Geneva reports 1927 Swiss births total 69,533 down from 72,118 the previous year. Authorities cite economic caution as couples limit families while deaths rise, linked in part to arterial disease worsened by modern life and automobile exposure.
Rey Wattsts spoke at Lane wellsville event while P J Sperry of Lawrence was named Lane High principal for another year with higher pay. Dr Watts will preach the Wellsville commencement German at Wellsville tomorrow night.
Baldwin residents share a week of travel and visits with Collinsville and Ottawa kin. Miss Rachel Wilson hosts the Kensington Club while Mrs Alfred Winters dies after a week of illness. services set at Methodist church with burial at Oakwood. Community gatherings include graduation recitals, Delta Delta Delta events, and church mission meetings amid patrol of neighbors, travel to Kansas City, and varied family duties.
Midland club reports a Thursday gathering with Mrs Ghas and Mrs Husted. Reflections include humorous selections by Rollecaik and Shaw. Future meeting planned with Mrs Hruckmiller, plus visits by Mrs Howard Erwin, Rend ette, and others.
A long-running community column from Lone Star highlights Mother's Day gatherings and visits among local families including Flory, Bond, Johnson, and Ulrich clans. It notes hospital stays, al new activities, theater attendance, and a resignation of Prof. Robert Gordon from the KU music faculty to lead a Pacific Gallery music department in Stockton California. The piece closes with a brief Mexico City note on a government driven reforestation program.
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