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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1934
Page
4
A historical note cites a biblical call to repentance and mercy, paired with a report on France backing a new Bulgarian government as part of its strategy to secure allies. It mentions Bulgaria and Turkey as focal points of French diplomacy amid postwar security concerns reflected in northern France landscapes of 1918.
The piece urges action on Lawrence street traffic speeding and double parking, discusses possible traffic lights on Massachusetts street, and notes the administration's stance on James A. Reed and the Darrow report. It analyzes tensions between socialism, fascism, and public sentiment while calling for a fresh start on traffic reform.
The piece notes the uncertain utility of the Darrow committee's findings for small business and hints at a second report aimed to avoid immediate political backlash. It also mentions Friends of the Prince of Wales denying Atlantic flight plans and cites Rexford Tugwell as a notable attendee at Kansas City's social work conference.
Twenty five years ago a carnival drew crowds as thieves struck Lawrence homes. Mrs Fitch and the Levi residence reported missing items including a gold watch cups spoons. Kansas City family Smith moved to 921 Delaware. Homer Conley left for Chicago for the Beta convention. The K U Life Class 1900 presented Izmena with Miss Ruby Phillips starring.
Derry McClure played the leads and both did exceptionally well. Miss Gertrude Cople Miss Alma Manley Miss Vad ia Thomas Miss Amorette Weaver Miss Bess Stephens Miss Jessie Baldridge Sis Grace Hornaday Miss Jefferson took care of the other feminine parts. Buster Brown did the most clever work for the boys. Other parts were taken by Fred Messer Ward Cook Harold Armsby Leonard Pulliam Paul Farragher Merle Prunty Ward Coble Keith Cleven ger Billy Rice and Merlin Poin Welles Mary Carpenter by Miss Margaret has returned from McLouth where she sang at the class day exercises of the commencement class of the high school. Ogden Jones captain of the high school track team injured his knee yesterday while jumping and will not be in the meet on McCook field Saturday.
Forty years ago on a Tuesday near May 22 a fire destroyed the second story of O C Irwin’s residence on Delaware street south of the Quaker church. Delayed water connections hampered initial efforts but the fire was confined and extinguished. Also noted are a European trip for Eva Anderson, a farewell gathering, a temporary replacement for her duties by her daughter Sigrid, and various local social and employment updates including Mrs. J D Parrish’s Kansas visit and teaching confirmations for W W Reno and Maggie Rush.
Allen Crafton defends the local Board of Education amid critic letters. He praises the board for stimulating public interest in schools, highlighting a teacher’s merits, opposing fascist government, provoking legal study on recall, and notes the resignations set a precedent for officials facing public ire. He invites further citizen input.
The forty third anniversary of the destruction of the Free State hotel Eldridge House was observed in Lawrence with 100 settlers in attendance. Pro-slavery forces had destroyed the hotel, a significant event in Kansas history.
A series of quirky brief items from AP dispatches: Clarence Jones visits Macon hospital for an appendectomy but is mistaken for a tonsillectomy candidate. He plans a return for the real operation. Other notes cover odd ads in Los Angeles, two men posing as reindeer arrested for disorderly conduct in Chicago, and London’s long serving temporary post office worker who questions permanent status and retirement gratuity.
Judith Dale worries as Mor son Lampere begins mysterious upper Rio Diablo activities. An oil claim rumor surfaces after a train night with derricks and fuel oil. Judith fears oil could derail the Rio Diablo dam project, informs Cunard, and contemplates leverage as townsfolk discuss the find with rising excitement.
The text recalls Charles A. Lindberghs May 1927 solo flight from New York to Paris. It notes departure from San Diego on May 11 and arrival in New York after 21 hours 20 minutes, with two rival planes awaiting favorable weather for a record non stop attempt to win the Orteig prize of 25000 dollars. Lindbergh then departed May 20 at 7 50 am and, after about 33 not hours, landed in Paris greeted by 100000 people.
In a letter dated May 19 1934 Harold McGugin Washington remarks on W C Simons proposed national farm plan. He supports the idea of correcting the agriculture industry disparity and argues against retirement of marginal lands. He warns about the political clash with NRA AAA and tariff shifts and urges economic equality for farmers to lift living standards.
Mary Graham Bonner portrays Bear cubs at play with Mother Bear leaving to find food. Christopher Columbus Crow arrives with gossip about Grandma Grouchy Galump and Grandpa. He teases a plan to build a lock around the cave for mischief, setting up consequences the narrator hints at.
Saturation of pool water and towels with germs is common. Patrons should shower with soap before entering and pools should disinfect after use. Overcrowding strains safety, with an estimate of 400 gallons per bather needed. Well built pools feature smooth linings and edge troughs to catch ejecta. Public pools should provide sterilized suits rather than personal attire.
Preston Dunn of Eskridge was elected senior commander of Kansas American Legion fourth district for the coming year at a veterans meeting in Abilene. D. M. Jones of Abilene named junior commander. Burlington chosen for the next convention. Gov. Alf M. Landon spoke at a dinner, and a resolution was adopted supporting compulsory service.
In Emporia a two year old boy was bitten by a skunk seen in a yard. Kansas State College chemists determined the skull showed rabies in the animal. The incident occurred as the child played outside.
Mrs. Haynes reports decades of constipation relief after trying Kellogg Att-Bran, noting it added bulk and vitamin B, aided regularity, and was safer than patent medicines. She recommends two tablespoonfuls daily and urges others to consult a doctor if severe symptoms persist. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek. red and green package.
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