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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1933
Page
4
Newspaper notice list of Associated Press rights and bureau affiliations with erratic OCR quirks. Mentions Lawrence Kansas postal service, office contact and publication timing, urging readers to call if issues arise and a copy will be sent promptly.
The piece discusses rumors of Italy considering withdrawal from the League of Nations and its impact on European stability, noting the League's wartime value and the actions of nations leaving for nonproductive aims. It cites observers and concerns about disarmament and global finance trends behind the debate.
A Brookings Institution study on Iowa government suggests replacing townships and school districts with larger divisions, cutting elective offices, four year terms for officials, and appointive paths for attorney general and county attorneys. The findings imply profound changes but may be filed until the public weighs the innovations.
Miss Myra Summers and Mr Walter Keeler wed at Plymouth Congregational Church in a ceremony led by Rev R A Eusden. Organist Madge Palmer played To a Wild Rose before the Hollander wedding march as Wanda Bowman of Chicago served as ring bearer. The bridal party included Mrs Frank Skofstad matron of honor and Dr Henry Tihen best man. After a reception at the parish house, the couple will reside at 1640 Kentucky Street after December 1. The issue also notes the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Ralph Shields named Lee Gale. Several attendees visited Kansas City for the American Royal Stock Show and Prof L D Havenhill hosted a university pharmaceutical society gathering.
Twenty five years ago on November twenty one the Masque Club of K U presented The Royal Knave a clever dramatization of If I Were King at the Bowerysack Opera House. Miss Gertrude Messler directed the performance with elocution students and a large audience applauded.
A fragment notes Minnie’s eldest daughter will wed a widower who is already a son-in-law to another woman. Minnie quips that half a son-in-law is better than none, reflecting social humor of the era.
Forty years ago on Tuesday November 21 a review highlights Vale Nance as Francois Wilson, Roy Dietrich as The Royal Knave, and Miss Dorothea McKnight as Katherine with a broad cast. Mrs. Fred B. Walquist opens an art studio at 738 Massachusetts, while trip plans take W. W. Cockins Jr and sister Annie abroad in December. Nearby, Mary Sweeney visits Chicago, and Mr. and Mrs. Alberts celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with gifts from friends. The Donnelly sisters host a fall luncheon with whist prizes. Norton Zuttemeister turns 12, and Neimeyer hosts dinner to honor birthdays. Other notes mention Riverside camp time, Ely Moore Jr’s return, and Miss Maud Tagert as a local stenographer. Charity planning involves Prof. Alf Moss’s suggested dramatic oratorio Judith, with committee members named and a swift fundraising event planned for January. Dolly Graeber, Kaw boat livery custodian, returns from a hunting trip and plans another voyage down the Kaw.
In Abilene the state dairy association appoints a committee to draft bills for the next session. One bill would ban oleomargarine in Kansas, and another would establish a dairy school at the agricultural college.
The article traces the franking privilege from its 1771 start for Continental Army soldiers to broad government use. It notes abolition in 1873, free transmission for documents in 1874, 1895 acts for Congress, and life privileges for former presidents and widows via special acts.
Curt Tennyson returns to Edmonton after winter in the eub Arctic and accepts a high salary job while Kale: he is tasked by A K Marlin to trail the international crook Igor Karakhan. In Vancouver he learns from Inspector Baldwin that Helen Mathieson, a former friend of Karakhan, may hold a clue. Curt dates Helen under a fake name to gain more insight, hoping to locate Karakhan and recover a missing trail.
The Washington Star cites milk sales dropping as legal beer expands in the Midwest. Dairies blame beer for less milk and ice cream sales, soda fountains lose trade, and workers seek new jobs. Prohibition enforcement profits and costs are debated, with figures from federal fines seized property and taxes.
Willy Nilly and Top Notch hide 2.15 dollars in moss under an old tree while Christopher suspects a prank. Christopher reappears in the story with a curious mood as the trio wonders if the money is truly lost or hidden by a clever ruse.
Washington observers debate how high the RFC should lift its gold purchase price. Oklahoma Senator Thomas advocates a maximum cut to boost wages and spending, while the Committee for the Nation supports a 75 percent rise to 36.17 an ounce. A White House briefing shows mixed views, with a push to an honest dollar and a London conference reference.
A patchwork of short human-interest notes from Los Angeles to Philadelphia and Washington. A police range trainee questions nerve after a stray thigh wound. Camp Jenkins soldiers adjust football play to daylight by spreading games over four days. retired Navy commander Cornelius Dugan plans to cheer the Army Navy game. postal carrier Charles Swindler requests to keep his long carried mail bag upon retirement.
Dorothy Ruth Gabriel became the wife of Clarence H Hausman at the home of Mr and Mrs Philip Gabriel in CAPTAINS CREEK on Saturday evening. Rev C Meeder officiated with close relatives present. Guests included Mr and Mrs Clarence Hausman, Mrs Minnie Hausman, and numerous neighbors. The bride, a former Youngest daughter of Philip Gabriel, was noted as a successful school teacher. They will reside at the Hausman home northeast of Clearfield.
Mrs. Trewin Hammig hosted a birthday gathering Thursday for her children Margaret Louise eleven and Junior nine sharing the date. Guests included Richard Jones Lester DeWeese Carol DeWeese Jimmy House Lloyd House and others. After games refreshments were served and Pauline Painter of Kansas City visits Ellen Penold. Folding screens for Centenary M E annex noted. Mrs Emmett Adams’ father Mr Todd, ill after a paralytic stroke, is cared for by Adams while Mrs Adams attends business college.
Industrious first graders at Woodlawn School bring one cup of sugar and several apples for a class apple jelly project. Twenty one glasses are planned for a future first grade party. Various local residents and activities are noted, including Christmas cantata prep and community visits.
Hospitals and doctors favor liquid laxatives for precise dosing and controlled action. A properly prepared liquid laxative avoids habit formation and kidney irritation, delivering reliable, comfortable relief. Brands like Brichidwell's Syrup Pepsin and Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin are advertised as approved, universally available family laxatives suitable for all ages.
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