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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1925
Page
2
George Te Kreeck was reelected to the railroad officials post amid city council mentions of May 207 dates and multiple rail lines. Ty Loree is noted among names connected to the reelection event and City Southern railways.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a local school item involving Coppernd High School. The readable portion suggests a brief item about a ride or event connected to the school, but the text is incomplete and details are unavailable.
Fragmentary OCR refers to multiple piano arrangements by Corinne Lawn and Kathleen Arbuth, including Roscoe and assorted composers. The readable text shows names and piece fragments, suggesting a music program or catalog entry from a period newspaper listing arrangements and performers without complete titles or context.
A partial roster shows new railroad directors led by vice president Guffler and secretary Porter with re elected members, while other officials like Gray Center treasurer and Louis Puderbsugh remain. The report also notes a floodgate leakage event at a gate valve and a separate injury or damage suit involving the Westie Company. Eight killed in a Belgian storm are reported, with Brussels noting the toll and ongoing rescue efforts.
The fragment discusses government guarantees of individual rights, comparing a king of industry to Dr Dyer. It mentions a belief in the most efficient system and criticizes students for complaining. It urges remembering that freedom is the wealth of man.
A bakery truck driven by Jim Roper collided with a touring car driven by Ede Ward Winxe at the intersection of Pennsylvania and Thirteenth streets at 12:20 today. No injuries were reported. Damage included steering gear, front axle, and front wheels to the truck. pastry debris smeared the touring car and beds.
The Piday uc Hod club hosted a Monday evening bridge dinner at 7 o'clock. Mrs Libbie Miller of New York City visited at the Underwood home and 20 out of town guests attended. High score prizes went to Mrs George Krum and Glorene Topping. consolation prizes to Mrs George Lowman and E B Parsons. Attendees included Mrs Miller, Mrs Underwood, Mr and Mrs George Krom, Mr and Mrs George Lowman, Mr and Mrs Horace Merton, Mr and Mrs E W Parsons, Mr and Mrs Orley Smith, Mr and Mrs Clarence Topping, Mr and Mrs Janing Underwood, Mr and Mrs Jack Walton, Mr and Mrs Ernest Young, and Mr and Mrs Harry Lander. The Geaf club followed with a later gathering.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a May 20 report from Charles P. Galdbierg of New, noting an incident or event at an upper floor of a capi ding. Details are unclear due to garbled source.
A city health officers investigation reveals misrepresentations by a man and a woman claiming diseases to obtain funds. The man faked a swollen wrist and used mustard plasters while the woman alleged tuberculosis of the bone with a bandaged arm. They produced a questionable Shawnee county paper lacking official notary seals and were sent to Kansas City after admitting to collecting over a small sum.
Ober's clothing announces winners of the under fif teen boys drawing contest with 459 entries. Donald Reese takes first, Lloyd Wesson second, Arden Robertson third, Howard Gregory fourth, Melvin Douglas fifth, Ralph Botaford sixth, Donald Alexander seventh. Prizes range from $5 to $2.
Donald R Porter assistant plant pathologist of Kansas State Agricultural College and H G Colglazier county agent examined numerous potato plots near Lawrence prepared for an upcoming county potato farm tour to be held in early June.
Kansas civic clubs may seek boxing exhibition permits after Attorney General Charles B. Griffith issued an opinion placing amateur bouts under the state boxing commission. The ruling answers whether the state athletic commission has jurisdiction, clarifying that amateur tournaments must be held under state authority.
The Kansas trial scene features prosecutor Veale testing Governor Davis's conduct with character witnesses and a journalistic defense. Defense attorney Connolly rebuts charges, arguing Davis's political career and family life show loyalty and innocence amid bribery allegations. The court adjourns for a mid-day pause as arguments resume with Harvey and Connolly presenting cases.
Fragmented text from a Kansas newspaper recounts a courtroom scene with references to the governor and editor figures, discussing patriotism, defense, and sacrifice. Names such as Dick Smith, Glenih Davis, and Ed Rooney appear amid a charged political argument and public rhetoric.
A Lawrence aviator, Arrowsmith, sells hay from a field rented near Fort Lyons used as a landing strip for a cirrus circus. He has one stack left as the circus plans to move on after securing a buyer.
A board of equalization hears complaints on personal property assessments this year with limited upcoming sessions. Marion Palmyra, Willow Springs Hujaar and Evdore townships residents may appear by special request as others are scheduled around today and tomorrow. The commission will focus on Lawrence residents Friday as part of its schedule.
In Wellington May 20, the two state Vail invitation golf tourney features semi finals with R H Pierce of Winfield and G H Fuller of Arkansas City tied after nine holes. Cy Wetch and C L Gwinn lead in their matches as finals set for Thursday morning. Other flights include Belle Plaine, Arkansas City, Wellington and Kingman competitors advancing in various divisions.
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