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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1929
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR mentions Lenore Woodcock Albert Fay and others in class 1928 assignments. No clear event or outcome.
County commissioners, in their office hearings, listen to residents upset about real estate valuations in the recent assessment period. Most complaints target overvaluation, with adjustments promised where justified as clerk G C Bowman notes few complaints overall and officials continue reviews.
Atlantic City area reports indicate Comptroller calls for a shifted banking policy to meet present conditions. He notes banks favor state charters due to rising costs and stricter federal limits. Group and branch banking show rapid growth under state jurisdiction, with national banks moving assets to trust company structures.
Arkansas City Kansas police say thirteen people were arrested in a raid tied to a ring alleged to be organizing a crime spree. Two cars were seized and other charges range from two to six counts per suspect. Police stated the operation began after ten days of evidence gathering and was conducted without prior city knowledge or consent.
A fragmented AP report notes Anne Morrow and family at the Morrow home in Englewood New Jersey following a flight from North En, Maine. The text also mentions Miss Constance Morrow Elisabeth Morrow and Mrs Wright Morrow among attendees with other family members and officials referenced in unclear context.
In National League action Pittsburgh's Burleigh Grimes earned his seventh straight win, keeping the Pirates ahead of the Reds 6 to 3. Rixey, Kemneri, and Gooch pitched for Cincinnati, while Grimes and Hargreaves supported Pittsburgh’s victory.
With the Ka River at a low level and Bowersock Dam widening, pumping into the city intake resumed after a third motor was installed. The mill pond water level fell below intake openings, necessitating two pumps to maintain normal supply, with a third on standby for repairs. Repairs to the dam expected to raise water levels.
An attempted introduction of evidence in the Maurice Nagel murder trial faced sustained objections. The court ruled against several defense moves as Ralph Latshaw and others positioned a controversial case in Kansas City courthouse proceedings.
A Kansas City druggist was sentenced to fifteen months in a penitentiary in federal court for liquor law violations. The judge imposed the term in the U S district court with Reeves and Farrell connected to the case and involving liquor selling under the Jones Law.
The Lone Star Stitchers club held a Friday afternoon gathering at Mrs Attlieb Iieder with attendees including Mrs Marvin Bond and son Norman Mrs Filitford Christenson Mrs Mart Flory Mrs Homer Flory and Theda and John Marlin Mrs Robert Flory Mrs Carlisle Potter and son Lyie Mrs Robert Wilson Mrs Arthur Flory and son John Mrs Charlie Banning and daughter Betty Jane.
Wheat futures eased on a weaker Liverpool market amid Canada moisture worries, while delayed Canadian crop outlook and drier weather forecasts supported some gains. Chicago May live cattle and hog markets held steady to higher with demand for heavier hogs and strong steer prices, lambs and calves broadly firm.
Rumors of forthcoming changes in the Lawrence drug business circulate after visits from Katz drug company representatives. Katz reportedly purchased a Massachusetts street store, though the proprietor denies talks. Walgreens and Liggett are said to seek Lawrence locations while Grown Drug Company currently operates locally.
About 200 guests gathered yesterday afternoon at The Godars home of Mrs Simons for a formal introduction to Mrs Dolph Simons the recent bride. Mrs C W Maloney of Tulsa and Mrs W C Simons hosted with honor guest Mrs J Mack and others assisting in the dining room and tea service. Pink and green décor and period style dresses highlighted the event as young women wore green blue orchid and deep rose gowns. The event featured silver candlesticks pink roses and iris decorations throughout the rooms.
An advertisement extols Dave’s Months Pepsin as a mentholated, curminative liquid that quickly eases acute indigestion. It claims regular use for about three weeks can cure stubborn indigestion and restore comfort, with broad sales throughout drug stores like Round Corner Drug Co.
A fragment from a Mother's Day program notes performances by a chorus with the piece No Night There and solos by Mrs. D and Mrs. Roy Tawra. Readers include Mrs Mattie Crgoka and Miss Gladys Ba ager with titles such as A Mother's Gift and Mother's Task.
Dawson residents report the death of W. R. Constant, prompting his brother Personal Y Constant to return this morning. Relatives and friends including Mr. and Mrs. Farinzer, Gerard, Elmer Brown, Love, Shiells, Bishop, Tidrow, Pierson, and Wise attended a club dance in Baldwins last night. Dr. O Bry an from Chapman visits his brother in the area as John Tilworth returns from ranch life in Texas. Mariel Barnhart leaves for Urbana for weekend visit before sailing to London for summer study. The trip to Tri Hols is being made by auto.
Local listings for Thursday feature Bel's Ampien at GrenneD pakers and a series of acts including Retold Pp, Lehna Fink Serenad, Veedol Orchestra, and Buicsuit Pancakn. Also scheduled are quotations, weather, grain and livestock markets, and health talks. The page notes upcoming performances at Pailes's Theatre and interwoven acts by Quaker and Victor artists.
Mr and Mrs George Abbott visited at his parents home on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Frankitt and Mr and Mrs Hanna Pfleger called at the John Bowen home Sunday. Mr and Mrs Steinbring of New Mexico visited Wheeler home Saturday, also Mrs Longfellow of Laprs rence. Jesse Tabor and family moved to Fall Leaf Sunday. Callers at EB Guffey home included Mrs McBride Dutlin and Fred Papenhawsen and his three youngest children. Mrs Pfleger shopped in Lawrence Thursday and spoke with Miss Gusta Ziesenis. Mrs George Davis visited her daughter Mrs Otto Sunday. Mrs Frank Bryant was called to Lawrence Tuesday regarding her daughter being ill. Otto Mignot drove to Kansas City Sunday to see the ball game. Mr and Mrs Fred Pfager called at the Frank Bryant home Thursday evening. Sigel Myers visited Mr Pilege Sunday.
Reno Mrs Hittie Divelbass of Kansas City visits Ross Phenilla and Ruth Phenicie. Mr and Mrs Hume of Kansas City accompany. Mr and Mrs Harpy White visit Lawrence after news of Harris Wepo’s drowning. Attendees at Batchelor graduation sermon in Tonganoxie include Lloyd Hixson and Ruth Phenicie. Mrs Lulu Kelsall visits local relatives. J A McKone foundation work advances on a new site. Barrymore’s former wife Michael Strange wed Harrison Tweed in London. Wet wool processing risk noted for musty, discolored worsted. Miss Winifred Cragan returns to Kansas City after Kansas visit.
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