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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1925
Page
1
A telegraphic summary reports poor yields and uncertain prospects for several crops across Washington, Montana, Oregon, Mexico, and Texas. Officials warn a smaller total meat supply, possible hog and cattle price impacts, and continued farming uncertainties into the next harvest.
The Liberty Memorial High School graduation will be held tonight at 8 15 in the school auditorium. 178 seniors will receive diplomas with Neah delivering the address The program opens with an orchestra selection followed by an invocation by Supervisor of music The seniors were chosen for high scholastic standing Speakers include Quentin Newcombe Narney Brasfield and Mildred Wilson The junior class will be decorating the auditorium for the event
A fragmented notice outlines a meeting of locals and workers linked to the Chamber of Commerce in Kansas. It hints at association activities and invites attendees to participate, with unclear dates or names but central to local business collaboration.
Chicago May 29 A T grand jury in United States district court returned 269 indictments against 190 manufacturers and individuals connected with furniture, case goods, and refrigerators. Charges allege a combination in restraint of trade and commerce dating to 1913, with violations in the last three years.
A sixties seventh annual general assembly of the United Presbyterian Church of North America convened in Topeka Kansas. The telegraphic message to the President lauds his influence on spiritual and material welfare while praising steps toward respect for government law enforcement and expresses appreciation for his leadership.
A report notes commemorations for American soldiers buried in France. Memorial associations plan services at American cemeteries near Verdun and St. Quentin. French government and clergy will be represented in Franco American ceremonies marking the graves.
Lawrence patriotic groups including the G A R and American Legion plan Memorial Day flower displays tomorrow. Volunteers will gather at the court house by 9 or 10 AM to decorate graves at nearby cemeteries with daisies, aided by city Boy Scouts. The program includes a patriotic parade and services at Haskell Institute at 6:20 PM with the student body and staff invited to participate.
Parole policy announced in Topeka on May 29 aims to release by parole inmates from the state reformatory. Hutchinson executive clerk said the policy aspires to give boys a new chance and reflects the administration’s stance.
A motion to release a touring car seized from Lennie Lyons of Topeka after his arrest on intoxicating liquor charges was denied today by Judge Hugh Means. The hearing, held February 6, focused on whether the car should be released to Lyons.
Lawrence junior high 0A class of 165 students was promoted to Liberty Memorial high school in a September assembly led by Principal J. Barnes. The event featured a piano solo by Maurine Bruner and a one act play “To Go or Not to Go” by 9A students.
Paris May 29 Associated Press Germany is faithfully living up to reparations obligations under the Dawes plan the reparations committee announced today. The decision will be sent to the council of ambassadors for action.
Mrs. Wallace James, a University student, saved four Allen children when a reading light toppled and ignited blankets at the home of Dr and Mrs F G Allen, 801 Louisiana Street, Wednesday night. She and her husband rushed to douse the flames preventing a tragedy while the children slept upstairs.
May 25 Alaska news reports Washington discussions on sending the Coast Guard cutter Bear to assist in locating Roald Amundsen. The Bear, with aircraft, is in Dutch Harbor after departing May 18, as officials weigh feasibility and risks of a high Arctic search mission.
The Douglas County potato tour planned for Wednesday June 3 is announced by county agent H C Colgattjer. The group will meet at 8 30 am at the Chamber of Commerce and visit farms statewide to showcase seed treatment seed testing and green manure crops with Kansas State Agricultural College specialists giving talks. The day features farm stops including Fred Laptad Fred Lewis Clarence Pine Riscoe Pine Clifford Pine R C Welborn W R Stiner and others with hot and cold treatments seed tests and basket dinner details and schedule.
Paavo Nurmi world famed runner sails back to Finland after rejecting offers totaling about 250000 to commercialize his prowess. He will earn 150 per week as a draftsman in Helsingfors and run for love of the game. Surrounded by admirers, he faced young women seeking a kiss as he boarded the liner. The scene occurred yesterday in Stockholm bound transit.
May 29 Chicago reports the jury panel for the William D. Shepherd murder trial expanded with Mark Spikins, an aged printer, accepted by defense after prosecution offered him. Shepherd faces charges of killing William Nelton McClintrock to gain most of his fortune as the trial resumes a week after a venire issue.
Dr W W Theis of Kansas appointed to lead the Omaha post office unit to provide emergency treatment for 700 workers. More than twenty physicians sought the position. Winners in an essay contest by Lawrence High and another class were announced. prizes a silk flag. The event occurred at a junior high assembly. J C Wilson bound over to district court on $1000 bond for alleged car theft of a 1920 touring car owned by W R Green May 10.
Chicago May 29 The Agriculture Secretary Jardine who has accepted two challenges to ride Fancy broncho rising on July 4 at Mandan North Dakota said he would make good You bet I am The secretary introduced at a luncheon as a former Montana cowboy said he looks forward to the recreational feature of this trip and that the challenge would be carried out
Baker University's sixty seventh commencement will start tomorrow with alumni and class day activities. Open air speeches are planned with ex governor Henry J Allen as speaker and Bishop Francis J McConnell delivering the commencement address. Attendance may reach about 2000 if weather holds. The program includes reunions, trustee meeting, final chapel exercises, honors recognition, alumni lunch, baseball game, and a public speaking department play culminating in the graduation exercises and commencement oration by Bishop McConnell.
University of Kansas students report receive letters signed 8-13 claiming they are under eye of an order promoting morals. Cards bearing a large A and You are on your honor at Kansas appear on campus trees and doors. Some letters warn specific misconduct and caution farewell party behavior. Theop order’s eye targets drinking cheating and exam infractions. In other Kansas items, Lawrence city commissioners held a short session at city hall while Wy Cleland gained approval to purchase pipe for a new water line to Michigan streets.
University hosts week long exhibitions across its buildings showcasing works of art, rare books, faculty chemistry and pharmacy displays, a Brinton Woodward collection, engineering and geology displays, KEKU TV studio, and the observatory. Visitors may tour the campus Sunday afternoon from 2 to 5 30 PM with several facilities opening in the hour.
Russell Knappen of the University of Kansas geology department leaves for Alaska to join a team of about eight geologists in Seattle. The expedition will conduct exploration and geologic study in the Far North with plans to report back to Lawrence in September.
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