Palestine tensions and United States fiscal policy noted
In a reflective column, observers discuss rising Arab-Israeli tensions as more soldiers arrive in Palestine and a new Arab revolt forms in response to Jewish immigration. Separate items note Secretary Morgenthau seeking a new billion dollar loan, pushing the national debt to a record, and Texas Republicans claiming potential to swing the national ticket if Democrats rally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestine
Lawrence of Arabia
Morgenthau
The
Treasury
Department
Secretary of the Treasury
Texas
Rpublicans
Plan to evacuate panhandle sparks derisive crowds
Panic over a proposed ten year evacuation of Oklahoma’s panhandle by the soil conservation commission meets with loud mockery from residents who vow to keep their farms. The piece notes prior remarks by relief administrator Harry Hopkins about public understanding and questions the extent of “dumbness” in new deal plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma Soil Conservation Commission
Panhandle
Harry Hopkins
Oklahoma
Hopkins
Attica prairie town awe inspires visiting press
Eastern reporters touring Attica with Governor Landon marveled at a modern small town shining with clean streets painted homes and a thriving high school. They contrasted drought era fears with this American village praised by Phil Kinsley of the Chicago Tribune who called it America worth preserving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Landon
Attica
Attica High School
Mississippi
Phil Kinsley
The
Chicago Tribune
Topeka
Ten Years Ago in Lawrence May Day Commencement Plans
Old Home Town notes reflect on a 1936 event lineup with Sheriff W J Cummings announcing a new dry farewell observance on the hill. Liberty Memorial High conducts a May 28 commencement for 170 graduates with Pres Walter B Fleming of Baker University delivering the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
W. J. Cummings
Liberty Memorial High School
Walter B. Fleming
Baker University
J. R. Halmes
George K. Mackie
Country Club
F. M. Holliday
Masonic Temple
Topeka
George Pickens
Memorial Hospital
Fay Margaret
Edward Hislop
Burlingame
CC. W. Sparr
T. H. Chalkley
Fred Tenney
New York
Uncle Bob’s sole worry is the wife he chose after Aunt Sue dies
A short syndicated humor piece from 1936 portrays Uncle Bob as uninterested in Aunt Sue’s five children, focusing only on the spouse he married after her death. The joke hinges on his claimed lack of parental concern contrasted with his new marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob
Aunt Sue
Publishers Syndicate
Tornado devastates St Louis killing and injuring many
A violent tornado swept through St Louis for about thirty minutes after 5 PM, traveling at over 80 miles per hour. Officials estimate fatalities and injuries could reach around a thousand, with millions in damage reported. The storm disrupted events and prompted emergency responses across the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Charles T. McCabe
Topeke
Luciaearker
Ladies Aid Society of
North Lawrence
Massachusetts Street
Snow
Panions
Ody
Richard Cordley
New Haven
Conn
Organization of the Home Missionary Board of the
Congregational Church
Martin Mohler
Osborne
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Flashy miscellany from Clarksburg to Peoria
Local snippets mix humor and oddities from West Virginia to Arkansas and Illinois. A Franklin Peck incident strains a home between a dog and cats. Kansas justice Bourk jokes lead to a five dollar loan. A cooking class in Arkansas City impresses. a hiccup cure ends with a reckless driving ticket. Milton Stafford laments the length of winter amid unexpected snow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Lewis Tucker
Tucker
Cavalry Riders Sweep Openings At Kansas Horse Show
Fort Riley riders chalked up a string of victories over Fort Leavenworth and Fort Sill in the opening events of the four day horse show. Cavalry swept all events in horse show rings and races as about 2,500 spectators watched. In Manhattan enrollment at Kansas State College summer session reached 759 with registrar Miss Jessie McDowell Machir announcing the figure. In Pittsburg a United Presbyterian church general assembly opened with committees forming and Dr. R W Thompson of Monmouth elected moderator followed by Dr. Homer B Henderson of Gove City as vice moderator. More than 300 delegates attend from across the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junction City
Fort Riley
Manhattan
Kansas State College
Jessie McDowell Machir
Pittsburg
General Assembly
United Presbyterian Church
R. W. Thompson
Monmouth
E. C. McCown
Pittsburgh
Homer B. Henderson
Gove City
Ieee Lela Et Ne
Rise in April Industrial Production Reported
Washington reports the Federal Reserve Board says industrial production rose to 100 percent of the 1928-25 average in April from 93 percent in March. The gain accompanied higher employment and payrolls in the durable goods sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Federal Reserve Board
Oread Notes on Exams and Banquet at Manor
Regular classes ended Tuesday and final examinations began Wednesday for Oread students. The exam schedule follows the University. The graduating class activities concluded with last Friday’s junior senior banquet at the Manor, then dancing afterward. Enrollment for 1936 37 is open with many already enrolled and several new applicants planning to attend next fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oread
University
the Manor
Gypsy Weather by Margaret Bell Houston
Rupert Joris drinks heavily and marries Hope under pressure from Elinor Fleming. Friends doubt the union, prompting Rupert to insist on its survival. He urges Hope to overlook his past, then sends her to New York to buy clothes. Dirk, Rupert’s brother, encounters Hope in a tense, secretive moment.
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Rupert Joris
Hope
Elinor Fleming
Rupert
Vind
New York
Dirk
Oiren
Che
Mei
Connolly
Levator
Elinor
White Plains
Cartier’s
Thone
Neva
Nora
Warnerer Coit Haus
Ol Oly
Jewels and family secrets unfold aboard the Joris estate
Hope and Dirk explore the Joris family history with Dutch, Italian, French and Chinese influences echoing through the manor. Rupert returns from White Plains with a box of jewels from Elinor, while Hope journals the hall marks of the house and its secret stair.
The Kindly Wind by Mary Graham Bonner
Rip the dog endures a terrifying flight in a baggage compartment as the plane hits rough air and the door swings open He imagines worst outcomes while longing to return home and fearing separation from Puddie Muddle The scene hinges on Rip’s fear and desire for safety during the unsafe ride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Graham Bonner
Rip
Rin
Puddie
Medical progress on female reproductive hormones
A fragmentary report discusses progress in medicine locating the female sexual hormone, its glandular origin, and how researchers in the last decade have pieced together knowledge about female reproduction and sexuality.
Wachinston Parade and Campaign Advertising Confusion
A fragmentary report describes a chaotic campaign scene with ad advertising clashes and political fundraising concerns. It mentions the United Mine Workers, the Suspects of graft, and various figures like Jim Furley and Forbes Mores in a turbulent public relations effort affecting voters and merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rapuabli
Ratien
Tne Itil
United Mine Wyert
Fas von Jetta i
Forbes + Mores nn
Jim
Rvkools
West Tally Conservation Project Notes
Terracing machinery works on Chester Ferguson farm about one hour east and north of Norwood. A botlan land farm on section 80-1Ta-2n features steep terrain with ruts. An interception ditch at the top drains eight acres of yard and lots into a broad outlet channel planned to establish native wheat grass. Five terraces below the ditch outlet toward the road with a base rock overfall to control a gulley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Ferguson
Norwadd
My. Ferguson
Contour and Terrace Methods Build Erosion Control on Farms
The article describes terracing, outlet channels, interception ditches, and gully control as farmers adopt contour farming, strip cropping, grasses for stabilization, and rotations. It notes upgrades in diversion levees and dams where slopes or grass are insufficient, aiming to slow runoff and protect fields from erosion and water damage.
Williamstown Local Notices and Social
Ernest Leeman marriage to Rev. Don Caldruit at Thompsonville cited with family links. Fort Snelling visit by Jessie Marcum and Arlene Marcum, plus diners and guests of local residents. Graduating exercises held for Charlene Grinter and others. Iris collection viewed. veterans hospital visit noted. Various weekend visits to Topeka, Lawrence, and Topeka area, with local families listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Leeman
Laura Leeman
My Billups
Thompsonville
Don Caldruit
Leavenwearth
Orville Bicker
Aosun
Ralph Beker
Louis Keener
Jessie Marcum
Arlene Marcum
Donna Jean Marcum
Sisworth Rice
Chiude Marcum
Fort Snelling
Minn
Murray Kyle
Von
Donald
Kansas City
Harry Liss
Toneka
Frank Peel
Lounze Walbridge
Eudora
Frank Mack
Margaret Vaushinder
Neil Vaushinder
Teanard
Lucille Vaushinder
Neil Waushinder
Veterans Hospital
Wadsworth
Charlene Grinter
Russell May
Lenora Baker
Edith
May
Williamstown
Will Grinter
Jefferson County
Darlene Wilbur
Detey
Marian Gorden
Lucille Vaaishinder
Neil Vanshinder
Millie Freer
Roy Freer
Topeka
Co H. Vaushinder
Louis Koerner
Kay Longacre
Trula Jaf Tanganoxic
Condition Improves for Mrs Fisher after Illness
Mrs Harold C. Fisher who had cr ispelas for five weeks remains bedridden but today shown signs of progress toward recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold C. Fisher
Radio Programs Thursday Evening May 728 Listings
Radio guide fragment lists programs across multiple stations KMBC KMJ KMRC etc for Thursday and Friday May 29. It names shows, orchestras, hosts and some performers including Boar Borah Connell and Henry, plus weather forecast and headlines. The OCR provides scattered program titles and host names, with several stations and show types noted in a chaotic schedule snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yalehl Uiroaki
Wbar
Dee Wien
KMBC
Kako Carter
Indy Vallee
Tohrnsbyts Orch
Maytiir Orchus
Eieivhee Herierson
Archestea
Pholoseph Chernlivaky
Hesbrit
Congress Tren Schregierts
SIREN
Dibra Liberty
Slimane Alien
Kati
Seontinaater
Ferret Suet
Vogt
Haeg
Brent
Soul
Wullinina
Srethet
Hitnyber
Tedoubenn
Azlou
Wren Rangel
Gandolpt
Laevant
Ates
Ho Amy
Winky Chih
Craveford
Orgie Smith
Cretynes
Levint
Oreh
Sournian
Uivet
Bitmere
Eilington
Orch
Picnic at Pfleger Grove Seals Weekend in Belleview
Belleview residents and guests from Kansas City gathered for a picnic dinner at Pfleger grove on Sunday. The crowd included the Marsh, Pfleger, Holmes, Bernitz, Freese, and Holmes families along with several others. The Lawrence Business College plans a three month summer session starting the first week in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Romee Marsh
Hileen
Kansas City
Carl Pfleger
L. M. Holmes
Arleta
Alice Walters
TI. W. Freese
Frederick Freese
Arthur Bernitz
Wandz
Alice Bernitz
Helen Pfleger
Oliver Holmes
Annabetle Holmes
Ruth Lawrence
Mrs. Rice
Elwyn Freese
Theodore
Fred Pfleger
Pfleger Grove
Harold Duncan
Howard Whaley Fett
Iowa
Lawrence Business College
Ady
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Audit Bureau OF Circulations
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Somers
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Wilcox
Marvin
Tom Ventch
John St. Clair
St. Clair
A. D. Weaver
Amorettee
Arlene Weaver
Clarksburg
W. Va
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Frank Peck
Peck
Gil Bourk
Gil
Kitchen Kings
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Kan
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Milton Stafford
Stafford
Federal Board
Oread News
Margaret Bell
Rouston
Hans Joris
Schlecterhorstveldt
Lowrie
Joris
Lawyers’ Club
Jess Demaré
Lower Manhattan
Battery
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Sanford Joris
Jock
Coveries
Ors
Pituitary
Lancs
New York Academy of Medicine
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Wachinston Parade
Carlile Bargeron
West Tally
Round Corner Drug Store
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