14 Nov 1936
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1936
Page
1
Michigan State dominated the game with a powerful passing attack and multiple scorers to overpower Kansas 41 to 0. Key plays included two Spartan rushing touchdowns and a late scoring push as the visitors struggled to advance. The Hoosier-like defense limited Kansas’ offense, sealing the fourth-quarter win.
Kansas and Michigan State clash in a high tempo contest with backfield runs and forward passes. Key figures include Shirk Nelson Seigle and Pingel for Kansas and Kanes for Michigan State, with penalties and substitutions shaping the scoring sequence and a late push by Michigan State.
Secretary Wallace told the 10th annual National Grange meeting that crop insurance would likely be limited to wheat if enacted by Congress. He noted officials are studying the issue and a report will go to President Roosevelt with a possible administration recommendation. Farmers worry insurance could divert attention from production control, which may underpin the administration plan. He said crop insurance seems most practicable in highly diversified states prone to rapid weather-driven ruin.
Turkey for Thanksgiving expected to be cheaper than last year with dressed birds around 2 1/2 cents a pound. Last year first quality dressed birds sold at $2 to 84 cents. some households could buy foot-long or home-killed birds for 14 cents per pound. Local growers report good quality birds, well fed with grain, though not as fat as in earlier years. Much of the crop is shipped to eastern and middle western markets. some remains for New York trade. Poultry dealers pay about 1 1/2 cents per pound. Nationwide crop said to be the largest in history, potentially 10% larger than last year. Farmers in surplus areas hold birds for Christmas demand.
Detroit News reports the first wire transmitted photograph from Lawrence sent by World Wide Photos. The shot shows a Kansas State versus Michigan State football play at Kansas Stadium, captured midgame and transmitted in about 12 minutes to Detroit News. It mentions photographers Gene Goddess and Louis Phillins and the Maan studio process.
Pittsburgh overhauled Nebraska 19 to 6 in Memorial Stadium after scoring late in the second period and adding a second TD on the last play of the half. Nebraska led 6 0 on a Francis to Cardwell pass and punt return. Pitt then drove for the tying score and pulled ahead before 6,000 fans.
The U S Embassy at Peiping ordered an inquiry into the death of Karl Bernhardt Olsen a Gully Minnesota missionary at Kalgan North China He was said to have been driven from his home by Japanese troops while ill with smallpox Embassy representatives were sent to locate two other Americans and investigate circumstances surrounding Olsen's death amid hostile claims by Japanese military circles.
Delegates from 12 midwest colleges and universities gathered at KU to discuss NYA programs and student government. Dr John Ise KU economist spoke on Consumer Values in a Crazy World at a 630 PM conference dinner in the Union. Tonight William T Irwin of Washburn addressed students on New Economies for Old. Conference ends Sunday after noon luncheon.
In Texas, 12 cent price results trigger U S Department of Agriculture review. An investigator will study growers charges of price fixing as turkey raisers refuse to sell at the 17 cent dressed price. Eastern markets show 26 to 88 cents per pound. Roy M Finley cites supply and demand and rising consumer power as factors. Denison awaits further comments from the Butter Bee and Poultry association.
Topeka reports show Democrat W. M. Lindsay of Pittsburg leading Republican C. Fee Friend of Lawrence by about 7,403 votes as official returns from five counties and unofficial totals from ten more counties come in. Retabulation in Wyandotte added 774 votes for Lindsay, with absentee ballots still being counted. over 7,000 absentee ballots cast nationwide.
School teachers from several nearby counties came here to hear a discussion of a survey of a course of study in Kansas schools. W T Markham state superintendent of public schools and Miss Dale Zeller state curriculum director at Kansas State College will present the general plan and details for organization. Hanna for Frigidaire. Ph 303 Ady. Phone 1010 Turner Coal Co
White House officials say President Roosevelt will not publicly endorse legislative proposals until after Congress convenes. He may delay state of the union and budget messages, awaiting guidance from the social security board on minor amendments and unemployment tax timing. Roosevelt continues budget talks and plans a southern cruise with James Roosevelt, possibly attending the opening of the Inter American Peace Conference in Buenos Aires.
Census assessors report Lawrence has surged from 10,000s to about 13,002 by March 1 1986, marking a notable gain after earlier declines. Arkansas City leads nearby towns in growth as Lawrence rises past the 10 000 threshold.
Officials and board members of the Standard Life Association will be honored by the Chamber of Commerce at a Kincheon Monday noon luncheon at the Eldridge hotel. W C Simons will speak for the community and several company officials are expected to briefly speak on behalf of the company. The event accompanies the quarterly board meeting of the Standard Life Association.
Hutchinson officials were informed that the Improved Order of Red Men will hold its 1937 convention in Hutchinson on October 5 and 6. The notice mentions burning circulators and names Achning’s Ady.
Moscow nov 14 79 an American diplomatic wedding went on as planned despite the arrest of the intended pastor United States Vice Consul George Minor and Mildred Wright both of Charleston W Va were wed in the German Tauberan church with many Americans and Russians present Rev A Miche officiated He was brought 400 miles from Leningrad by the couple after Rev Mr Streek a German Lutheran born Russian was jailed The third secretary Elbridge Durabrow was best man A reception followed at the American ambassador s residence after the ceremony
A district court jury returned a verdict for Drake and Holmes Daking Co in the injury suit brought by Kenneth Tuggle through his father J A Tuggle for 1177 damages from a collision April 15. Trial showed Tuggle hit the truck as it turned near the courthouse. driver Thomas Cummings may have signaled or Tuggle may have been speeding. Jury reached verdict at 5 15 yesterday after case started at 2 43. Additional case Dodds vs Raber Pelzel concluded with a plaintiff verdict for 1500 plus medicals. Raber and Pelzel acted to secure settlement with an insurer. Other local actions included fines and deferred judgments for Kenneth Mason and Trelen Sisson on forgery and related charges.
Governor Alfred M Landon was introduced at the Kaneas Michigan State football game halftime by Chancellor Lindley. Landon praised the Jayhawks, congratulated the players and predicted future success. He returned to his seat after a brief remarks and popcorn moment. In Atlanta, Homer L Welch was convicted of first degree manslaughter in the July 22 picket line death of Chief Deputy Sheriff Bryant, sentence ten years.
A tri-motored fascist air raid on a crowded Madrid plaza killed dozens and wounded hundreds. Missiles shattered a subway roof and toppled columns near the ministry, with chaos shocking embassy staff and locals alike.
Kansas forecast calls for fair skies with hotter conditions followed by a colder night and Sunday. Morning conditions clear with good road surfaces in Douglas County. Temperature notes mention today’s low and high ranges, with coal company contact details from Johns Coal Co.
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