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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1928
Page
4
The Arkansas City barber shops push for a closing hour and a firewise fee as city officials weigh regulation. Memorial Day reflections honor veterans from three wars, with emphasis on sacrifice and national unity. The issue of farm relief and political action frames farmers’ plans for Kansas City demonstrations amid Senate adjournment tensions.
The report notes a surprising Senate agreement to end proceedings as scheduled and criticizes the method used by trained statesmen. It questions whether the procedure labeled sick is the best option, reflecting on the efficiency and prudence of the decision.
Local notes describe Dec oration Day activities with a large parade including Kansas units from multiple regiments and soldiers of the Armies of the Potomac Tennessee Cumberland and Frontier. A cemetery ceremony honors over 600 graves, followed by speeches and a Haskell Grove picnic. Also news of WWI fighting near Toul French Saisson and shifts in Allied reserves, plus personal moves and the funeral of Geo Leis in Lawrence.
Twenty five years ago Abe Wolfson rented the building now used by Consolidated Land and Lumber Co for its cartage room and will move in soon after June 1. Massasachusetts street cisterns were filled with water as an emergency precaution today. The cistern at the rest office corner holds 15000 barrels.
Flood waters swept away Bowersock's flour mill around 9 30 this morning causing extensive loss valued near 190000. Santa Fe trains halted, depot flooded, telegraph batteries endangered, and Mayor Selig directed dyke work until dawn. Fourteen homes washed away, residents aiding in evacuation. Leavenworth train managed to escape town with passengers.
The Second Division veterans recall the Belleau Wood battle and the ten year reunion near St. Louis. Officers and thousands of veterans gather led by Col. Harford, recounting the Meaux refugees, front lines from June 1 to 25, and the Bois de Belleau campaign that halted the German drive on Paris. The era’s memory highlights French praise and American resolve as the Marines’ stand earns the woods new name Bois de la Brigade Marine.
John W. Gardner of Topeka Kansas highway director told the United Good Roads association in Des Moines that public road expenditures should be viewed as an investment not a tax. He argued motorists should pay construction costs via gasoline taxes with federal aid, and that modern methods cut costs while improving highways.
The German railways implement broad concessions for the blind in Berlin and beyond. Lightless travelers in third class receive a 50 percent fare reduction, companions are granted the same benefit, and guide dogs travel free. The reforms broaden access for the blind, including free travel in some Berlin routes.
1634 President Pierce signs Kansas Nebraska bill. 1858 Sheriff Walker of Lawrence hears of Clarke release, slayer of Barber. 1869 Thirteen people killed or wounded in Indian raids on Saline. 1873 Thousands of veterans attend soldiers reunion at Lawrence.
The Paris arc and the Avenue des Champs Elysées face criticism as L Intransigeant lists repeated orthography mistakes in Napoleonic era inscriptions. It cites wrong letters in names such as Fuentes d Ouro and Mantune, noting errors likely from handwritten sources before typewriters.
London AP reports a new million pound building for Innerity Chemical Industries near Westminster features stone portraits of living men. One bust honors the company head Sir Alfred Mond. remaining carvings are described as unfinished.
The sculpture around the building area features peacocks as symbols of incorruptibility. This element ties to an ancient tradition and is described as part of the overall artistic setting within the chem lab space.
A poem honoring fallen volunteers and soldiers, recalling their courage and sacrifice. It reflects on those who left homes to serve, some dying in battle or captivity, and asks readers to pay homage by remembering their graves with flowers and garlands.
Mrs. Howard Rutle and Mary Hale of Horton visited the Methodist parsonage with Rev. Calvin Holman family hosts. Thomas Custer was taken to Trinity Lutheran hospital Kansas City for appendectomy last Friday. reports say Mrs. Custer is satisfactory. Miss Ethel Payne returns to Baldwin for a month with her parents. she will travel to Chautauqua New York later. Wedding of Miss Jean Kelly and Raymond Morris occurred at London Heights Methodist church Kansas City with small attendance. Funeral for John Hyland held at West Baldwin Catholic church. he died suddenly, survived by wife and two children. Dr. H. K. Ebright presided at the wedding. Baker ties noted.
Fast living, resourceful cameramen will compete in a citywide photo race. Start with boxes, receive a sealed assignment, develop the plate, print, and deliver far away. First to finish wins prominence in every newspaper office as results are demanded. Mrs Schellhorn and Miss Natalie Hartmann visited Kansas City.
Plan includes demonstrations in agriculture and home economics, livestock, crops, foods, and style judging plus music appreciation and harmony contests. Speakers include Margaret Streeter, John Bradford, James Hardy, Gla Ays Géon, and R A Turex. Marie Antrim, health champion, to be honored. banquet set for relay evening. event runs May 4 to 8 with prizes for winners.
London AP reports astronomer Sir Frank Dyson at Greenwich Observatory notes Earth's rotation slows gradually. He estimates days lengthen by about one second every thousand centuries as tides and solar observations suggest a longer month and shifting eclipse data.
Manila reports the $50,000,900 trade total with the United States reached in the first quarter of 1928. Quarterly imports of American cotton goods rose 72 percent, machinery 69 percent, mineral oils 25 percent, and sugar showed strong gains. An alfalfa demonstration tour is planned for June featuring the Abe brand. citizens are invited to attend and see the products firsthand.
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