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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1925
Page
1
Testimony details widow's stance in naval court proceedings involving Captain and Shenandoah. Witnesses discuss interviews, potential views, and the court's handling of statements as lawyers clash over how much influence was exerted on the widow.
In Oklahoma a Topeka publisher, Chiles, sues the Oklahoma Traction Co seeking damages over alleged discriminatory seating on a Tulsa to Sapulpa interurban car. He asserts he was forced from the negro section and arrested without warrant at Sapulpa. The action cites race based denial and improper conduct by the transit line.
Lieutenant H. Sheridan testified at a court martial that navy air units in the Hawaiian maneuvers were inefficient poorly organized and improperly commanded. He quoted Rear Admiral Rams in criticizing aviation officers and said Langley failed to land aircraft on Mokolai Island with six crashes and inadequate carrier landings.
Aviation Officer testimony may fill two days as Mitchell court martial proceeds with planned completion of evidence tomorrow minus Colonel William Mitchell who will testify in his own defense. Frank R. Rep chief defense counsel says the colonel may require about two days for tests before finishing.
The forecast predicts milder temperatures tonight and Friday with minimal changes. Traffic reports show clear roads in Kangas, Emporia, Hutchinson, and Salina with road conditions listed as good subject to minor adjustments.
President and Mrs Cook arrived by special train from Washington at noon. They went to the Waldorf where the President will address the New York state chamber of commerce. Crowds packed Pennsylvania Station as the party entered waiting autos and waved.
The Kansas County Commissioners Association adopted a resolution opposing a special legislative session to pass road laws. It argued the current road law needs proof and that constitutional amendments or new bonds would not fund roads. The group cited added costs to taxpayers and placed Hess of Humboldt as president with Lora of Quinter as secretary and David Hurst of Sumner as vice president.
The faculty approved two new courses in the University of Kansas business curriculum. A personnel and commercial organizations group will train students for later management and for roles such as chamber of commerce or trade secretaries. The production and accounting curriculum shifts focus to business organization and income tax procedures with factory management becoming required. Psychology joins the personnel curriculum as a required course.
Freshman students at the University of Kansas face sanctions after planning to burn their caps following Saturday’s football game. The student council discussed measures and urged attendance at a loyalty meeting tonight to discuss bonfire plans. A rally is set for 8 o clock with efforts to revive Kansas spirit before the Missouri game.
Cairo reports the mummy of Tutankhamen remains firmly affixed to its gold coffin. Doctors Derry and Bamdi say the body is glued to pitch like material and heavily wrapped, with the mask and many jewels preserving royal regalia of the eighteenth dynasty. Age at death estimated around eighteen.
Report from the Emnoria Gazette notes a convention of a journalistic fraternity in Boulder Colorado. Donald H. Clark is mentioned as a recipient of a delegation and a president is re-elected amid national recognition.
A meeting of anthracite operators was convened in New York to discuss strike developments with secrecy over its purpose and program. The article notes tight security and limited disclosure about the agenda and outcomes.
The House approved the Locarno Pact by a 78 to 13 vote after late debate on the security pact drafted at Locarno. The result signals expectation that Germany may follow with similar steps in the near future.
In a hotly contested Ferrell Dorsey post election, Russell Shaw was chosen commander with a large 3100 member base voting. Vice commander was Harry Gregg, finance officer H. Wilson, and other officers named, as ballots totaling about 289 were cast in a year’s leadership vote.
Fragmentary text outlines a map of road routes and designated highways affecting Kansas. Mentions multiple towns including Baldwin, McPherson, Garden City, Salida, Montrose, and Ogden, with references to interstate trunk lines and state routes across several states. Details are garbled but indicate a classification of road networks and mileage on a tentativeFoot Board plan.
A number of mint vending machine cases are slated for trial as attorneys file motions for rehearing. The motion argues for a new trial based on a program expected to affect Williams and other defendants. A prospective ruling by Judge Means on the ev trial is anticipated tomorrow.
McAllaster school maintains lead over New York in the contest where 168 schools participate. The event marks National Education Week with the loser entertaining the winner at McAllaster Text Week.
The premier declared that the country can wait no longer amid criticism for lacking projects. He acknowledged a proposal with some merit if it existed while critics offered no alternative plans. Various local brands were also listed in the text.
The court completed criminal docket work with Judge Means presiding. Several defendants were sentenced as the jury was dismissed until November 3, including Kenneth Bryant who got six months in jail and a $400 fine for violating al ity laws. Other inmates faced terms for shooting craps, passing counterfeit checks, and liquor law violations. multiple cases were dismissed for want of prosecution or entered pleas of guilty with varying penalties.
Bombay Nov 19 The loss of life in the violent storm that swept the coast of India last week is now estimated at 700 with damage around 100000 pounds. The Malabar coast suffered severe damage and the event is described as the most severe storm in the region in memory. First reports from November 13 indicated a long delay in full casualty details.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention contracts and a commissioner with a positive gesture. The readable items reference a Saturday deadline and a person named Bame State with an unclear statement. No clear event or outcome emerges from the scattered text.
Four men die and one is entombed when a Linley Coal Company shaft explodes in Madisonville Kentucky early today. Mine officials say a misfired shot caused the blast. rescue squads free 33 year old Ton from Kentucky but four workers are dead and one missing.
Students and faculty anticipate a record homecoming weekend at the school. Officials say the schedule will include Friday turkey run, Jayhawk dinner, and a football queen parade on Saturday, with further additions expected.
The trial of Phi Divini, former cushion of the failed American State Bank, began with defense complaints over case transfer and charges. Judge Grovey Pierpont overruled objections and permitted continued proceedings, while counts of conspiracy and deposit misappropriation faced preliminary challenges.
The Russian Symphonic Chair at University of Kansas will perform songs drawn from Russian folklore with a gypsy tilt. Conductor SM and the choir, friend of Tolstoy, will present the piece amid a program noted for its literary and musical ties.
Misitors at the Junior high school qugiptet 62 yesterday and seven who had previously been through the school came back. Total now 172. So far this week 109 new visitors, with several returning for a second time. Front page notes include Hiel tote al a front voysterday and spent the day ith her tae.
Lawrence hosts the state board of regents tonight at 6 30 with a banquet and reception at the Masonic Temple. Out of town guests are expected, and Kansas colors will be displayed. The Kansas Regents banquet precedes a game and features music from local groups.
Faded OCR fragment mentions a November bet and a court like setting. Narrative includes references to racial questions and a person named Jones. Specific names and events are unclear due to garbled wording. The piece hints at a legal or psychological confrontation and a discussion about bloodlines and ethnicity.
Fragmented report lists a Kansas radio program on KEKU with various act names and a note about a two week stay for an inmate facing execution. Also mentions Governor Holloway granting delay and Colonel Cook’s improving condition with upcoming police court hearing.
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