Local Library Contest Names Winners in Children's Bonk Week
Maurice Jackson and Doris Pierce win the Tithe and Author contest at the city library during Children’s Bonk Week, with 34 entries split 10 by boys and 24 by girls. Prizes include books from Wolf’s Book Store. list of winning titles and authors follows, featuring works by Twain Kipling Alcott and Stevenson among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice » Jackson
Pinckney Ool
Doris Pierce
Quincy Ool
Boyd
T Tenty
Silare
Rice
Wolf's
Miss Minerva
William Fe Grimm
Biles
Hawthorne
Tom Sawyer
Twain
Men of Iron
Pyle
Little Black
Sambo
Banner
Penrod
Tarkington
Hingle
Kipling
Doolittle
Cullis
Ste
Mils
Lagerlof
Swift
Alcott
Peter Rabbit
Potter
Oregon Trail
Parlaman
Kingaley
King Arthur
Lanier
Treasure Island
Stevenson
London
Mae
Rebsees
Sunnybrook Farm
Wiggs
Lincoln Nicolay
Anderson
Preacher Bandit Named by Tulsa Store Head
Tulsa store head identifies a suspect as Preacher Bandit and says he obtained $500 from a victim during a robbery. Police and detectives, including Parks, continue investigations as arraignment and bond events unfold in county court with bond set at $5,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tulsa
Okla
Fichita Kansas Police
E Department
Nawich
Parks
Kan
Ita
Sordhes
York
County District Court
Reigh Parks
Blackman Visitor Attends Meet at Post Office
Earl Blackman of Kansas City visited the Ameri ca Lesson meeting last night. Mr and Mrs Myrl Messers and family were noted in attendance as the post meeting continued briefly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Blackman
Kan- City
America
Ping
Iowa Governor Seeks Higher Tariff on Corn
Governor Hammill of Iowa urged President Hoover to raise the corn tariff from twelve to fifteen cents to protect American markets from Argentine shipments. The measure involves tariff commission review and possible federal proclamation, with hearings to decide if a 50 percent change is warranted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Moines
John Hammill
Hoover
United States
Washington
Hammill
Iowa
Armen
tariff commission _g
Law Commission
Miss Mary Engle Guest at Bridal Shower in Lawrence
Miss Mary Engle, soon to wed Theodore Burnett, was honored at a bridge and shower hosted by Miss Jeanette Bowersock at her home. Prize awards went to Mrs. Archibald West of Kansas City for high score. a guest prize went to Miss Engle. a two course supper was served. attendees included several local and Kansas City guests as well as the hostesses. The Lawrence Flower Club plans a meeting Monday afternoon with a program on herbs, garden work, and bird feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Engle
Theodore Burnett
Jeanette Bowersock
Miss Engle
Archibald West
Kansas City
Earle
West
Justin Bowersock
Virginia Hutson
Dorothy Dunmire
Wilma Miller
Rs. Hauber
Mia
Weber Hutton
Marion Coolidge
Harold Miller
Helen Beard
F. E. Engle
W. E. Bowersock
Bowersock
Lawrence
Miss Engle heads to Kansas City with engagements planned
Miss Mary Engle departs after noon for Kansas City to visit Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence P. Engle and attend a party and supper dance at the Kansas City Club hosted by local families. Teammate Theodore Burnett plans to attend as guest of honor. Georgia-origin Delta Zeta members also travel to visit friends and attend the Missouri football game in Columbia with Valeria Swenson and Dorothy Fredericks hosting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Engle
Kansas City, Mo
Lawrence P. Engle
Engle
Theodore Burnett
Tusten Ackerman
Kansas City
W. E. Bowersock
Capper backs 60 million bushels wheat aid plan
Senator Capper said Congress would likely back a proposal to lend 60 million bushels of the farm board's wheat to feed the unemployed. He noted reimbursement to the Farm Board and a need for systematic distribution, with some wheat to be turned over to the unemployed via central distribution channels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senator Capper
Kansas
Congress
Run Board
Kanone
Farm Board
Gome
Ilis
Leste
Severa Maine
Inheritance Tax Huge Estate of Late Ryan Valued at 121M
New York report states the estate of Thomas Fortune Ryan who died November 23, 1928 is valued at 121,028,992. The will's executor filed papers and the federal tax question arises over the inheritance. The article mentions stock holdings and related details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryan
New York
Thomas Fortune Ryan
J. Yoolds
Prospects for an Additional Campaign Spend Mentioned
Fragmentary text notes campaign funding and prospects from a final meet event. It mentions a campaign spend, unspecified amount, and a concluding gathering, with limited readable context about who or where. The readable pieces emphasize finance and a closing meet.
Hoover Opposes Change to Public Debt Laws
President Hoover opposed altering statutes governing the public debt fund. He warned changes could encroach on statutory provisions and affect annual outlays of about 7 percent of the fund, currently around 000,000 yearly, with tax implications for the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Washington
Gore
Collie pup saves Parsons woman as gas fills room
In Parsons Kansas a collie pup saves Mrs. Lee C. Miller by tearing bed clothing and licking her face as gas from two open stoves fills a room. The boy involved in thefts and assault was captured in Tulsa and faced charges in juvenile court after a series of incidents including shotgun theft and arson-like acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parsons
Kan
Lee C. Miller
Charles H. Cory
Tulsa
Gor
Cory
Oklahoma
Harry
Parsonsetree
Jeta
Rampaging Cow Injures Two Women in Osborne Kansas
A wild cow in Osborne injures two women, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Green, as it rampages through yards near T. A. Smith home and Eli Green’s car. A neighbor clubs the animal after it charged residents, while bystanders seek medical aid for shock and injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborne
Kan
Soma
Dan Sarver
T. A. Smith
Winton Taxes Uncertain As Tax Collection Pauses
In Winton North Carolina on November 21 an AP dispatch reports that the town council has decided not to collect taxes for the year. Officials cite a shift in revenue and financial restructuring as the cause, leaving tax fate unresolved for residents and the town’s finances in doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winton
N. C
Red forces routed in Kiangsi, Nationalists claim victory
Nationalist government reports rout of red forces from Kiangsi after weeks of control. No update on fourteen Catholic missionaries captured by Reds on October 5. Missionaries reportedly held for ransom set at $200,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nanking
Kian
Oils by Eastwood Displayed at KU Faculty Exhibit
The University of Kansas fine arts department announces an upcoming exhibit in Shoone Museum featuring oils by Eastwood, a KU faculty member. About twenty works completed last summer in New England will be shown, with reservations urged via 643 RT Phoce 408. an adv note in the issue references strong coed achievements at North and state statistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastwood
Fine Arts
Raymond
Shoone Museum
Thase
Wood
New England
Rights of Young Named in Report
Washington AP outlines a broad program to protect and aid children. The plan calls for information for prospective mothers, competent care, school health and religious instruction, safe housing, and trained public health services, with community organizations coordinating nationwide welfare efforts. Dr Frank Herron Smith will preach at the First Methodist Church in Lawrence, speaking on Ben Hur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
White House
Anould
Ernest
Qantas
Erpe Ihn
Aren
Gui School
Community Health Or Welfare Center
Ruth
Frank H. Smith
Frank Herron Smith
Lawrence
R.R. McFarland
First Methodist Church
Methodist Church
Oing
California
Smith
Japan
Korea
Gordon Mil
Lew Wallace
Thieves Enter Seappy Lunch and 09 Stat Thieves
An apparent break in occurred at a local service station. The rear door was jimmied and blank spaces indicate a clampdown on valuables though nothing appears to have been stolen. Police investigated the scene and secured the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eard
Erie
Leta Fink
Servis
Hocen
County Clubs Plan Activities At University Of Kansas
The article notes ongoing organization of county clubs at the University of Kansas with plans for spring activities. It mentions instructors and letters sent to schools and students about upcoming programs and participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Takeg
University of Kansas
Ce Yang
Gale on French coasts claims three lives in storm waves
A southwest gale lashed the western French coast with rain and high winds. Three people were killed as boats were lost or driven offshore. Rivers rose and floods were feared across many regions as weather worsened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
New Motor Company Opens in Topeka
Topeka November 2 reported that Nation Motors Limited received corporate accreditation from the state to conduct business here. The filing did not specify the merchandise to be sold. Information comes from the state office and confirms the new corporation’s intent to operate locally.
Local Club Meetings and Visits Around Tonganoxie
The town reports numerous club gatherings including P.T. A. and P. E. O. events hosted by Mrs. Flo Carter and Mrs. Uriel Has, plus American Legion auxiliary plans for next Monday. Visitors include Katie Woods and Lenore Gress visiting relatives, with remarks on residents in Leavenworth and Indiana visiting Kin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paapenhausen
Calene
Kansas
P.T. Tthe High School
Flo Carter
Uriel
Mra
Clarence Love
Leavenworth
Katie Woods
Indiana
E. B. Mermie
Kansas City
Miss Besta
Hal Atead
S.P. Wilson
Kate Bool Willison
Joplin
Ny Wean
Lenore Gress
Sandsy
Mr. and
H. A. L. Knox
Local Socials Note Linwood Sisco and Family Visit
Linwood Sisco and Mrs Ethel spent the day with relatives including Mrs Estal Starr and her daughter from Ne Kan. Mr Starr's parents Mr and Mrs C C Parry and Mr and Mrs John Parry drove to Overland Park Sunday after.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sisco
Ethel
Mnaraday
War
Estal Starr
Ne Kan
Starr
C. C
John Parry
Overland Park
Village Bazaar Draws Guests and Winners
A local church ladies meeting raffled a lucky bazaar ticket, with ticket number 12 Yi won by Geo. Amid social visits from Mr and Mrs Cu ina McKay and others from Independence, attendees shared afternoon activities and event highlights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balgh Conlk
K. A.|ster
Is. Yerrks
Besd
Tie
Jacob Nee
Ottawa event highlights and community notices
A fragmented Notetake of Ottawa area events lists a No. 10 vicinity gathering with Miss Anita Lane in charge of a program and a cafeteria supper organized by Mrs. Sutton and others. Various guests, farm visits, and club activities are noted including the Pleasant Hour circle meeting with Mrs. Walter Dyer winning a prize, church services, and social visits among local families and organizations.
Lawrence Notables Attend Friday Gathering
Fr Padeek and Mr and Mrs John Cunningham and Mr and Mrs Merlin Coaks visit in Lawrence Friday. Mr Cunningham also visits the Cook home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Padeek
John Cunnningham
Merlin Coaks
Lawrence
Mr Cunningham
Cook Home
Community gathering details in Lawrence lecture notes
The report lists guests and attendees at a lecture hosted by C. P. Radcliffe at the Chamber of Commerce in Lawrence, naming many residents and local families such as Shucks Postmas and Brohamers. It notes visits, afternoon and Sunday gatherings, and mentions a forthcoming Jolly Stitchers performance at Lone Star Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Desy
Will Postman
C. P. Radcliffe
Chamber of Correy
Lawrence
Chariea Shuck
Lloyd Shuck
China
Nancy Dera
Lone Star
Will Postma
Fan Lautie Ami Richard Sod
Eres Bet Tae Ie
Rene
Elmer Chorchbaugh
Donald
Cnet Bro
Weasley
Shuck
Frank
Mildred
Edith
Art Das
John Eer Monaeles
Lie Brohamer
Aes Markley
Art Davison
Everett Bond
Baldwin
Miller
Charlie ‘Braham
Mer
George Markle
Hiram Riley
Lio
Charlie Brohammer
Charles Shuck
A. J. Flory
Sun
Mena Solon
Markley
Jolly
Belleview Social Roundup Across the District
Edd James joined dinner with Rosin Skinner and Mr and Mrs Milton Shafatell. Helen Mathie hosted Helen Mathis. Von Gunten has heart trouble but plans to leave bed. Cane and kaffir corn threshing done by Ben Neice and RK Skinner. Bickelmyer and Skinner families motor to Kansas City. Many locals hosted dinners with Mathis, Miller, Forsyth and Anderson families. Iota Phi Pi club met with Hattie Harris and other attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edd James
Rosin Skinner
Milton ‘Shafatell
Iima Wilson
Helen
Mathie
von Gunten
Agi Mathis Yand
Acne R
Ben Neice
Eudora
RK. Skinner
Art Boley
George Bickelmyer
Matt
John
Francis Skinner
Kateas City
Henry Mathis
Ralph Mathis
Lewis F
Albert Miller
Paleh J Rowne
de Soto
Mees
Ray Miller
Baby
Gs . Cadwell’s
Lawrence
Hadi
Charlot
Frank Schenhofer
Florence
Villaleee
Stella Shirk
Gladys
Perry Apent
Ed Forsyth
Jessie Anderson
Ed. Forsythe
Hattie Harris
Madge Rothberger
Cham Williamson
Lalu Latholis
Pearl Rosenall
Kansig
Florence Wickman
Rube Miller
Evelyn Milies
Erna Gerstenberger
Community Social Notes From Local Families In Kansas
Mrs. Martin Abel burns injury recovery at home with C. E. Crane. Ree stock show attendees include Starr, Eichelmyer, Skinner, Warmker, and others from the area. Mrs. Will Miller and Mrs. Ray Miller joined a bridge party at Endora. Visitors from Lawrence and Kansas City dined and socialized with local families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Fares
A.L
Martin Abel
C._E. Crane
Mr. Starr
Geo. Eichelmyer
Matt
John
Francis Skinner
Geo
Oscar
Mary Houland
Olathe
Milo Crane
Mary Ott
Viola Ott
Clarence Crana
Kansas City
Milton Shafstahl
John Shafstahl
A. Hadi
R. Skinner
Anna Shafstahl
A. Tornaden
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Maurice Jackson
Blackman
Mrs. Myrl Messers
Famail Fly
Asky
Capper
Pup
Kiangsi Province
Rights OF Young
M. E Church
NEW Motor Company
Topeka
API
One Nation Motors
Sama
Tonganoxie
Linwood
City
Jack Cuina McKay
R. Lale
Glenn
Independence
Atul En Ache
Fotney
Anita
Avia
Sutton
Charles S Dwarts
William Nieff
Niebragge
Lesbee Schwartz
Carl Niebrugge
Dacwite
J. C. Lauer
Sadie John Last
Soha Cline
G. S. Deskin
Enn
Eontay
Dane Hobson
Suppa
Roy Roy
Charles
Ottawa
John Cunninghem
Owen Turner
White
Church
Oakland
Farm Bureau
Masonic Hall
Eetnarenbealts
Rethae
Claude
Gerald. Hobson
Rebekah Lodge
Rose
Agnes, White
Sar Vanhuss
Walter Dyer
Jostae
Marie Oshel Thurs- Ii
Ed Hobbs
Brethren
Appanoose
H. S. Barkley
Erma
Mae Hobson
Jamia Roy
Arkley
Will Barkley
Williamsburg
Lewis Lauer
Agnes White
Eight Mile
Lewis Bird
Greely
Colo
Columbia
Belleview and Vicinity
Dr. Gowdy
Drug ”O
Westinghouse
Tiaraheta and Electricians
Mass
Shinimons Bras
Schubert
Funeral Home Ambulance
Lesyek
Virgin Diamond
Virgin Dia
Virgin
Virgin BidtiGups
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