Threats and extortion plot target Milton Academy student
Massachusetts AP report notes investigation into extortion and death threat letters sent to a 15 year old Milton Academy student. Police say the writer may be an extremist seeking to intimidate the student and others connected to Lindbergh and prominent figures.Investigators station near Milton and Brooklyn sites as they track the suspect and possible imposter letters.
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Exams Start As High School Finals Begin
Lawrence high school exams underway today with sixth hour schedule. Students prepare as the test period runs through the day, officials say.
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Murder case details emerge in Maurice Nageh death
In Kansas City on May 21 sources report investigators probing the death of Maurice Nageh. The statement and testimony reference his father and mother as part of the case while noting a former city official involved. Details remain unclear as the investigation continues.
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Senate and House clash over debenture plan vote
A Senate conferee argued the House had not consented to a vote on the debenture plan, insisting the Senate could initiate a separate toll call. House members rejected the move as an invasion of constitutional rights and demanded a direct vote.
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Plan for contest selection of dual youth for Kansas scholarship
A university committee invites high schools statewide to nominate top ten percent graduates in math and science for a Kansas plan scholarship. Nominees undergo university pre examinations at Lawrence and West Orange, with travel funded by Edison. the University will host final examinations and decisions.
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Commission Meets in New Quarters Today
City commission holds meeting in new chambers today to discuss a postponed agenda. Officials report a recommendation to table the petition regarding additional taxable property adjacent to the state facility. Local government in focus as session proceeds with adjournment expected.
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Damage cases crowd jury docket in Lawrence district court
Two auto collision suits dominated yesterday's Lawrence district court session as jurors were told to expect a heavy schedule when they return next month. J. M. Palmer won a verdict against Robert Laptad after a brief deliberation, with Palmer sustaining injuries from the crash north of Lawrence on highway 73 W. Other suits included cases involving Fred Laptad, Walter Pohl, and Geis against Pohl, plus a claim by Branko Cappon against KU and Dr F C Aillen for 472.76 dollars, postponed to this term due to coach Cappon's Michigan duties.
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Cardinals Dominate Reds In 12 1 Victory
In Cincinnati on May 21 AP reports the Cardinals routed the Reds 12 to 1 behind strong pitching and timely hitting. The game featured back-to-back scoring bursts and solid defense, with St Louis pulling away early and never relinquishing control.
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Major J Cygon Discusses National Defense at Chamber Luncheon
Major J Br Cygon of the R C T C unit at the University of Kansas spoke at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon on national defense. He traced the evolution from the 1916 defense act to 1920 revisions, outlined the three-branch military structure, and argued for a standing force balanced with reserves and citizen soldiers. He compared standing armies worldwide, stressed training officers from R O T C, and defended preparedness alongside peace.
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Escobar’s Brother Dead After Poisoning Suspect
Nogales Sonora May 21 AP Dr Pedro Cora aged 60 brother of General J Gonzalo Escobar commander of rebel Mexican forces in the recent rebellion died last night after taking poison. Family said he brooded over the unexplained disappearance of his brother who left Agua Prieta Sonora May 4 after the clash and has not been heard from since. Magnolia Petroleum Co Dallas May 21 announced a price rise for oil in Kansas Oklahoma and Texas except Panhandle with existing prices in effect prior. St Cloud France With two strokes from the jayifer reench professional championship Smith’s 66 in the morning...
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President Hoover says no railroad rate increase will result
President Hoover stated he is confident there will be no increase in railroad rates as a result of the St. Louis and O’Fallon decision. He offered no further explanation and limited his reply to a single sentence to newspaper inquiries.
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Tunney Named in Breach of Promise Suit
AP dispatch reports Katherine Fogarty King, formerly Gaddis, suing James J. Tunney for 500000 alleging he proposed in 1925, accepted, then married another. Papers in New York and Texas show writs of attachment and garnishment on Tunney assets. Tunney abroad on Brioni Island with wife.
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Dedication of Douglas county soldier marker planned
Emmett A. Ryan of Topeka state sergeant of the American Legion will speak at the dedication Sunday afternoon at 2 30 marking Douglas county soldiers lost in World War I. The marker near the Mudbridge line was funded by the Douglas county Women's City Club. A program is being arranged by A Elliott and Brown with workers asked to report contributions. A joint producers meeting in Lawrence May 22 and a Kansas Chain of Commerce subcommittee session in Topeka May 28 were announced.
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Topeka
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Douglas County
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Milk Producers weigh price fight with distributors
At a Douglas County Milk Producers meeting the group voted to stand by a 60 cent per pound price and test strength against a cut to 55 cents. A three member committee was appointed to arrange storage and a bottling plan may follow if needed. Professors Chapman and Grimes urged unity and careful testing of herd production to justify market actions.
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Chamber of Commerce
A. G. Banks
Bud Pardoe
H. M. Chamney
Producers Association
Ben’ Chapman
Grimes
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Curtiss Flying Service Lectures At Fidridge Hotel
Captain Richard Duncan M D a World War veteran will headline a two night free lecture series on aviation at 8 p m Wednesday and Thursday at the Fidridge Hotel. Franklin Modre of the Hotel President Kansas City will also speak on aviation progress and Curtiss Flying Service contributions. The lectures aim to promote aviation interest with no charge and are expected to draw a large audience.
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Lindberghs Flight Anniversary Nears With Lessons
May 21, 1932. Colonel Charles A Lindbergh and Miss Anne Morrow flew from the Morrow estate near Camden, Maine, in a six passenger amphibian, amid talk of further flying lessons for the fiancée. Residents noted the flight as a notable display during the couple’s stay on the island after their arrival last Saturday.
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Kansas City to Use Axes on Slot Machines
May 21 AP report states warrants will issue and axes will be used to seize slot machines south of Wyandotte County after the Supreme Court refused to interfere with a court order ousting the devices. State authorities claim jurisdiction. police chief McMullan says machines will be destroyed with an ax squad if the injunction is lifted. County Attorney Fred R White says warrants will be issued for all machine operators.
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Supreme Court
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Power company asks city to relieve street paving burden
Kansas Electric Power Company seeks relief from paving maintenance adjacent to street car tracks under the 1909 franchise. Officials argue auto traffic now bears most wear, claiming 900 feet of 2,200 feet on Massachusetts Street need repair. city plans patching without touching track area.
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Recreation fund contributions aid Lawrence program
At noon today total contributions to the Lawrence Recreation Bureau summer playground fund reached 121.50 with many more expected in the coming days. Contributions may be mailed to or left at the Journal-World office in Richer, Kansas. May 21. Joe G. Bryson, 10, died suddenly near Beaver, Oklahoma. Bryson was an old resident and well known in the southwest.
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Leonard Boyd Elected President At State Fraternal Order Meeting
Leonard Boyd of Pittsburg was elected president of the state convention of the Fraternal Order at the closing session held this morning in the Eagles hall at Ninth and New Hampshire streets. Offiers chosen include Steve Massa Arma vice president H S Brooks West Mineral secretary Charles H Perry Fort Scott treasurer and Byrom Gittings West Mineral guard. J E Hed past president was elected delegate to the Grand Aerie convention in Minneapolis August 12 with Jo Richardson Arms as alternate. A next state meeting will be in Arma.
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Presbyterian church names Rev Theodore Asman as pastor
The Presbyterian church announced the Rev Theodore H Asman of Philadelphia will assume the pulpit as pastor following a congregational meeting last night. Asman, current assistant editor for a youth publication, has served at Nortan Oklahoma and Stillwater and is tied to Christian education work in Philadelphia. Officials expect a reply soon and plan the first service in the new church dome next month.
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Sentenced for car theft in Lawrence by Topeka youth
Zerkle of Topeka, 19, was sentenced to sixty days in county jail for stealing a motor car from J. A. Hibler in Lawrence after pleading guilty in district court. Justice Richard B. Stevens presided.
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