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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1932
Page
4
A collage of brief items reports on the State Bank of Waverly insolvency and its dividend payouts, Amelia Earhart preparing for an Atlantic hop, and Capone's conviction shaping deficits. It also notes the Akron airship troubles and that the Associated Press holds republication rights.
A fragment recalls a tale from 1868 told by John Malloy, 76, with three U.S. regular cavalrymen escorting a wagon train from Sidney to Fort Riley. They extended their leave and stopped near what is now Hutchinson, Kansas, as the horse and venture theme surfaces through a vivid recollection.
A rugged flight of four horsemen across the Arkansas and Smoky rivers ends in a buffalo trail escape, with dramatic reflections on cavalry daring and heroic legacies. The narrative interweaves quotes about legendary riders and a critique of traffic officers in Topeka, praising Lawrence police for efficient crowd handling and courtesy.
Last night at Rev. H L Yarger's home the Old Home Town social gathered with about thirty couples, music by the Hungarian orchestra, and organizers A H Guffler and Fred Bartlett. A fainting incident involving Mrs Cherry near the city park was noted as delaying Field Day preparations, and upcoming Round Table Club banquet at Mrs C BE Esterley marked a productive year in English literature under Mrs H L Moore. The Schubert Quartette and guests were hosted by Mrs Martha LaDee and Mr Elmer Willis with a luncheon at 16 o'clock. attendees included Rev S Kronbergh Von Rolo Macelinski and several Misses.
Twenty five years ago on May 19 a junior class prom stood as the most brilliant University event of the year. The formal affair drew guests and showcased the campus social life with elegance and celebration.
The event featured a grand opening with over 400 dancers and a reception. A farce titled The Eternal Question was staged with participants led by Roy Cook and Maud Hall, while Cecil Forter and Rebecca Moody served on the receiving line. The grand march was led by Leroy Douglas and Edith ner, and invitations announced a June 5 wedding for Leslie Hill and Dr. T Evans Chandler. The senior class announced no caps and gowns for graduation, marking a break with tradition.
Twenty five years ago Friday May 20 Mr and Mrs Frederick Pontius celebrated a golden wedding anniversary at their son William Pontius home seven miles west of Lawrence. Many friends called from 2 to 5 pm, twenty grandchildren present, Pontius family moved to Kansas in 1877 and near Lawrence for thirty years. Informal party for Miss Louise Houston whist with sixteen friends, no prizes, pink roses, light refreshments. Florence Heizer Osage City student at University joins Metropolitan Grand Opera Co as mezzo soprano. Benj J Horton and family arrive from Porto Rico to visit parents. Ralph Tripp returning from telegraph school in Topeka to seek Santa Fe job. Mrs W F Bundy and Kansas City children join Mr Bundy at Fair store.
Mrs. W. B. Thayer, donor of a large collection to the University, returns from California with $60,000 worth of art objects. Insurers put the collection at $100,000 and redecorated Balboa Park museum for display. An expert valued one painting at $30,000, which Mrs. Thayer valued lower.
Ted Lander of 1529 New Hampshire Street announces his candidacy for constable pending the August Republican primary. A former KU student and longtime Lawrence jewelry businessman, Lander recently returned from a business trip in Colorado and is well known in the community. Strawberry growers report frost damage to crops, adding to regional agricultural concerns.
Assistant district attorney Colt takes over the Ribbelsdale murder probe as a hyoscine theft ties to Suzanne. Suspect Suzanne Vanishes after learning of evidence against her, while Colt and Dr Scofield rush to warn Dorcas and pursue a swift rescue by airplane before Suzanne reaches their seaside chase and a remote cottage.
Sunday October eighth teen chapter eighteen Logan, pilot of the Curtis Robin.
Jimmy Colt and Jack Logan reach Lake Moggan by biplane then trek toward Scofield cottage. They confront Martin guarding the path and learn Dorcas and Suzanne may be on the lake, sparking a frantic search as a rowboat bearers approach the shore.
Kansas City May 20 AP James R Page prosecutor sought to admit a document as evidence in the Paul Kauffman murder trial. The item purports to refute Kauffmans denial that he killed Avis Woolery a 17 year old schoolgirl from Webb City Missouri whom he lured with a nurse maid job offer. The document is a report by Dr J L Patterson based on an exam February 21 in the county jail.
Page reports that Dr Potter said Kauffman claimed he killed Migs Woolery in a struggle. Defense submitted two pages as exhibits. H L Songer of the Kansas City veterans bureau testified about Kauffman’s compensation claim. Records show Kauffman gassed and wounded in France and listed as a deserter since May 24. A second sheet notes letters by Dr Longstreet saying he is considered competent. A separate item notes new Swiss telephone service to deliver messages via a special bureau.
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