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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1924

Page

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Unclear local vote tallies in Kansas precincts

Fragmented OCR reveals election returns from Independence and Fort Scott areas with names like Coolidge Davis and Davis 128. Mixed figures show party or candidate tallies, precinct details, and references to governors and senators, but legible specifics are sparse and disjointed.

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Convicts Captured After Escape Linked to Citizenship Hearing

Two escapees from a federal train were recaptured after authorities found them in a freight car near the railroad. Separately, a citizenship hearing was set for Monday as part of the November term with Judge High Means presiding and several applicants listed.

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District court schedule outlines civil case terms

Judge Hugh Means announces a November to December civil trial schedule listing cases such as Reynolds vs Hays, McNeill vs Fran Co, and others. The report notes injuries from a car incident on Pine Street and a police court bond action in the 600 block, detailing local legal proceedings and incidents.

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Pneumonia plague outbreak warning issued in Kansas

Wichita Kansas, Nov 47 warning against a possible outbreak of the pneumonia plague was issued by Dr M C Nyberg secretary of the state board of health after receiving a telegram from the surgeon general asking heightened vigilance. He came from Topeka to cast his vote and warned that Los Angeles already reported 25 deaths from the disease.

Wichita Kan Kansas Los Angeles M.C. Nyberg State Board of Health Nyberg Topeka United States

Fatal shooting at Chicago polls shocks election day crowd

A revolver attack outside a Chicago polling place left one man dead and two others wounded, including Claude Madox who was seriously hurt. Police said four men in another car fired on the victims as they rode away, with possible gang connections under investigation. John Mackey is believed to be the slain man.

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Jella Linked to Slayings and Bank Robbery Across States

Authorities tighten the case against Alfred Dutch Jella, a former Lawrence resident, in connection with the slayings of Glenn Curtis of Ligwood and a Wood State Bank robbery last Wednesday. Investigators note a Ford car, a brakeman's emergency stop, and Jella's recent gun purchases under the alias Alfred Johnson. Mrs Jella accompanied him in Emporia and Linwood as the manhunt widens.

Alfred Jella Lawrence Glenn Curtis Ligwood Wood State Bank Leavenworth Seventh Locust Linwood Leavenworth Times Emporia Thas Alfred Johnson May Hannah Prine South Neosho Chase ‘and Helfrey Hardware Jetta Hollister Motor Company William K. Knapp Sayirs

Sailors Rebel on Brazilian Battleship Reported

Reports from Brazil indicate crews seized the battleship Sao Paulo, took control of the vessel, and sailed to an unknown destination amid revolutionary trouble.

Buenos Aires Associated Press Brazil Butea Sao Paulo

President Coolidge Expects Electoral College Victory

Washington reports President Coolidge expects at least 380 votes in the electoral college and a Republican working majority in the next Congress. Supporters say expenses have been cut, and Coolidge noted early returns as well as messages of congratulations from Chauncey Depew and others.

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Nominating Committee to Appoint Officers for Lawrence Choral Union

The nominating committee will be appointed tonight by J R Holmes at the high school auditorium rehearsal starting 7 30 pm. Singers may enroll tonight to push total chorus membership toward 1200. Roll call will begin this fall with a new attendance check system and practice of Verdi Requiem and Messiah pieces. Books will be sold in the auditorium.

Lawrence Choral Union J. R. Holmes Dean Swarthout Swarthout Tauditorium Lhcornice Parent-Teachers Association of Quincy and Pinckney John R. Barnes Smith Wwere Susan Friend Topeka Corn Products Company North Central Association of Tulleges B. F. Crocker

Eight hour work week not observed in German factories

An Associated Press report notes that despite constitutional guarantees, German factory workers show long hours. Of 481 locals surveyed, 3.6 percent work 48 to 51 hours weekly, 26 percent 51 to 54 hours, and 15 percent over 54 hours. only 54 firms meet the eight hour target.

Hanover Associated Press Ion Parcent

District of Columbia votes rights protest in Washington

In downtown Washington symbols show ballot boxes padlocked with signs declaring all U S citizens may vote except District residents. The District of Columbia League of Women Voters staged the display to emphasize DC residents cannot vote and to push education to remove the disability.

Washington Heresay United States District of Columbia League of Women Voters

Davis Cast Absentee Vote in Wisconsin Presidential Day

President Coolidge and Mrs Coolidge sent absentee ballots from the White House to Northampton Mass. John W Davis voted early in New York with his wife accompanying him. Robert M La Follette voted at the Dane County Court House in Madison with his sons.

LaFollette Noday Dane County Court House Washington, N Washiston White House Avenu Cholidge Len Cove Habie Valley John W. Davis Noob Davis New York Locust Valley Flecisti Madison Wis Robert M. la Foliette Robert Ix Phillip

Boys Released After Police Custody Near Lawrence

Donald Wilson and Ray Turner were freed this morning after police captured them about ten days ago as three boys ran away from home. Ernest Wilson sent funds for their return to Cumberland. The trio had headed to California before being stopped and held at the Adams farm area before being released to seek work.

Donald Wilson Ray Turner Ernest Wilson Donald Cumberland Lawrence Mr. Welson California Adams

Bossie Bigamy Trial Delayed Awaiting Federal Action

Omaha city clerk CG F Bossie faces a bigamy trial in state court with A B Witchell noting federal charges of white slavery against Bossie to be heard in Kansas City before February. District court will likely wait for federal outcome as Bossie allegedly contracted marriage while still married to his first wife after a spring ceremony. The report also notes Ramsay MacDonald’s cabinet resignation and the death of French composer Gabriel Faure.

CG. F. Bossie Omaha Artern A. B. Witchell Bassie Kansas City District Court

Lawrence Casts Its Biggest Vote In City Election

Polls opened with heavy turnout as Lawrence reported totals by precincts reaching 597 in the first ward first precinct 460 in the first ward second precinct 125 in the second ward first precinct 715 in the second ward second precinct 503 in the third ward first precinct 628 in the third ward second precinct amounting to 4407 votes overall. Mayor Holliday urged boards to begin reporting at 9 am while many were still compiling results.

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Rallies draw large crowds in Lawrence campaigns

Both Republican and Democratic rallies in Lawrence drew strong attendance. Local managers praised voter interest in the county campaign and noted efforts to reach Kansas City supporters. Speakers included Col. Xt. M. Harvey of Topeka and state Senate candidate Kelley, with the closing rally at Democratic headquarters well attended.

Lawrence Camit Lha Kansas City Mow Ol. Xt. M. Harvey Topekax Cari Kelley

La Follette Chairman Injured At Polling Place

Nathan Feinone of Newport Avenue La Follette ward chairman was found bleeding in the street near the 41st precinct Hing Place. Mrs Englert a LaFollette worker reported to Cobb county headquarters. Feinstone was taken to a hospital and returned to reinforce Follette workers on duty.

Chicdeo Nathan Feinafone Newport Avenue la Follette Englert Cobb County Foilette Independent Forces Nglert Feinstone Follette

Octogenarian voter recalls early Republican banners

Chauncey Depew, 91, votes in his fourteenth presidential election, dating back to 1856 when he supported John Fremont. He recalls campaigning for Fremont and says he believes only Fremont took part. He states there is nothing to it besides supporting Coolidge today.

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Plan radio night marks KU State station debut

The University of Kansas plans a Monday December Radio Night to dedicate its new KU radio plant. Chancellor Lindley will speak as alumni gather, with the university band and glee clubs performing and broadcasts read from campus and remote venues.

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Presbyterian Pastor Charged With Violating Vows

Madison Wisconsin November reports say Dr. George Hunt pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church faced charges of unbelief in a confession of faith and opposition to a general assembly ruling. Accusers cite views on creation and the scriptures while the presbytery acquitted him.

Madison Wis General Assembly Presbyterian Church Maidison George Hunt Christ Presterian Church A. J. Aicherson Poynette Missi Eleard Hunt Ibi Buhl Harry E. Fosdick New York

Missouri Pacific Railroad applies for authority to issue cars and equipment

Missouri Pacific Railroad filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission seeking authority to issue 000 stock of rolling stock including passenger cars and cabooses to total 3,212,000 dollars. Baldwin to form new cabinet after Buckingham Palace meeting with King George. king accepted Ramsay MacDonald resignation.

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Woodlawn School Gets Modern Furnishings Bids

The board of education held a monthly meeting to accept bids for Woodlawn school furnishings. Awards went to Superior School Supply for straight chairs and Hall Lithographing for folding chairs. Manual training staff will craft library tables and gym stock boards to cut costs.

Board of Education Woodlawn Superior School Supply Company of Kansas City Hall-Lithographing Co Topeka Brown-Grindell A. D. Weve Sans Tay

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