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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1926
Page
4
The Kansas wheat crop, headed for a record yield, faces trouble from hot, dry conditions. Three days of adverse weather have shaken confidence in the wheat growing areas, though the yield estimate remains crucial as harvest nears.
The uprising led by Abd el Krim in Morocco is suppressed by French arms. Krim seeks sanctuary with the French and faces exile likely in Dorje. He had united tribes against both French and Spanish, leveraging rugged terrain and modern weaponry to wage a long fight before surrender. The French may impose restrictions to deter future uprisings.
The article reflects on veterans who could not settle into peaceful lives after armistice, some joining tribes, others in foreign regions, risking new unrest if numerous. It notes sun spot debates upending weather forecasts and reports political forecasters arguing about Kansas Democrats' aims as delegates meet in Wichita tomorrow.
Tokyo honors Count Heihachiro Togo, admiral of the fleet, as Japan’s greatest naval hero. The May 27 anniversary recalls his 1905 victory over the Russian fleet at Tsushima, solidifying Japan’s sea power. Born in Satsuma, he rose from youth at sea to lead under Emperor Meiji, embodying Samurai loyalty.
Washington May 27 the American Petroleum Institute defends its stance before the Federal Oil Conservation Board in a special hearing. Charles Evans Hughes former secretary of state was to appear to present the institute’s case as the board treats claims of excessive resource spending and waste. The board continues gathering testimony on oil reserves and the need for drastic conservation to meet future needs.
Fifty years ago today St Louis endured a devastating tornado, one of the worst on record, as national events unfold. In Washington delegates of the Northern Baptist Convention meet with President Coolidge at the White House. The French Parliament opens with debate on the American debt agreement. The Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Sweden arrive in New York en route to Washington for the Ericsson Memorial unveiling. Sir James Elder of Australia attends a luncheon in New York hosted by the English Speaking Union. A Detroit debate features 22 states as ex Governor Harding faces S Wallace Dempsey on the Great Lakes St Lawrence waterway.
The text honors Arnold Bennett on turning 60, noting his success as a novelist playwright and essayist. It details his origins in North Staffordshire England his early career in law before journalism and literature, and his enduring popularity on both sides of the Atlantic. It references his versatile output and his belief in public demand as a guide to writing success.
William Gill of Kansas City visited Baldwin with Mrs. W Hams A Quayle. Professors Buchola and Rowland hosted guests from Bolivar. May Day festivities at Baker Campus featured Miss Mildred Armstead as May Queen with elaborate dances and a Jeune garden party themed pageant. Gifts to Baker included shrubs from Griesa Nursery of Lawrence.
The First Methodist church Ladies Aid division in Baldwin hosts a food fair with cakes pies and other treats to ease Sunday dinner prep. Local residents including Miss May Muenzenmayer newly elected to Baldwin high school faculty join neighbors on visits to Kansas City Ottawa Vinland and Topeka.
Dandruf causes feverish scalp irritation and hair loss as roots shrink. Use a 35 cent bottle of Danderine to treat the scalp. rub a little in daily. After a few applications the hair stops shedding and dandruff disappears.
Countless girls and women have learned that purges and physic are unnecessary for relief from headaches dizziness biliousness and cold symptoms. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin promotes natural bowel regularity even for chronically constipated individuals without griping or upsetting delicate stomachs.
A quirky old line touts a harmless remedy as pleasant for a feverish child and suggests buying a large 60 cent bottle at a medicine store for personal use. The ad style mimics period newspaper language.
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