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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1940

Page

8

Victory on Bill Came as Surprise

Washington reports a surprise Senate win for the Logan Walters bill as supporters push to have all Senate changes sent to the House for approval when it reconvenes. Rep Walter urged quick action, while Senate leader Barkley forecast a Roosevelt veto and warned the measure could hamstring bureaus.

Washington Senate Logan-Walter House Walter D.-Pa White House Barkley Roosevelt Senate Judiciary Committee Interstate Commerce Commission Trade Commission Labor Board

Indictments in Michigan Target McKay and 11 Officials

A federal grand jury indicted Frank D. McKay of Grand Rapids and 11 others on mail fraud charges. The cases accuse a $500,000 shakedown of distilleries selling to the state liquor control commission and a separate scheme to defraud Edsel Ford of $9,918. Temple students win quiz by 61 to 57 over faculty representatives led by the university librarian and dramatics director.

Detroit Michigan Frank D. McKay Grand Rapids Republican National McKay State Liquor Control Commission Edsel Ford Ford Motor Company Temple Philadelphia Temple University

Alford-Clarke Auxiliary to Hold Initiation

The Alford-Clarke Auxiliary to Post No. 852 V F W will meet Monday December 2 at 8 p m in the Veterans Hall Eighth and Vermont streets with initiation for new members. Officers and color bearers should wear V F W uniforms. The group earlier voted to accept the resignation of treasurer Mrs Guy Carpenter and elected Mrs Lilburn Dowers as new treasurer. Mr and Mrs Guy Carpenter have moved to Ottawa.

Alford-Clarke Regula Veterans Hall Eighth Vermont Guy Carpenter Lilburn Dowers Ottawa

Court action fails. Flick remains Kingman county attorney

United States District Attorney S S Alexander failed to obtain an injunction to bar Ted Flick from practicing law in Kingman county. The case alleged an oral 1936 partnership agreement and profit sharing, but Judge C M Clark denied the motion, citing fraud in the contract making. Flick had left the partnership in 1939 after learning of a $150 monthly offer from the Wichita Federal Land Bank. Flick was recently defeated for re election.

Kingman Kan United States S. S. Alexander Ted Flick Kingman County Flick Washburn Alexander Wichita Federal Land Bank C.M. Clark Orion County Clark Wallace Federal Land Bank

Ohio State faces coaching shakeup as Schmidt may be fired

Columbus Ohio November 27 Ohio State grid coach Francis A Schmidt may not be rehired after seven seasons his fate uncertain amid reports of board action and unrest within the program The Journal notes the athletic board may meet December 7 to discuss the matter Schmidt has 39 wins 16 losses and one tie with the Buckeyes including a recent 4-4 season marking the worst in a decade Public speculation centers on possible successors such as Jock Sutherland and Blaik continues amid claims of team discord and political meddling.

Columbus Ohio State Francis A. Schmidt Buckeye Ohio State Journal Schmidt Ohio Jock Sutherland Pitt Brooklyn Indians Blaik Texas Christian Bucks

Baker Players to Present George and Margaret at Baker University

Miss Mildred Hahn head of the speech department at Baker University announces the Baker Players first major production George and Margaret to be staged Friday evening in Baker University Theater. Cast includes Ax Thompson Belton Esther Sharp Percy Miller from Cottonwood Falls Clarence Rupe Richard Southall Heath Baker Peabody Eva Sanderfer Osankie Evelyn Mercer Wellsville.

Ax Thompson Belton Esther Sharp Kansas City Percy Miller

Local Butchers Tour Swift & Company Plant in Kansas City

Thousands visited Swift & Company in Kansas City during a four day open house that ended last night. Roy Lawrence George Beal and Harry Sommer among local butchers attended with Swift representative J. T. Pip Farley. The tour showcased every part of the meat packing process from live cattle to dressed beef with a display of 450 head of prize dressed meat bearing ribbons from the American Royal show. Plant manager E. W. Phelps noted this year’s dressings surpassed previous show totals.

Swift & Company Kansas City Roy Lawrence George Beal Harry Sommer J. T Pip” Farley Swift E. W. Phelps

Phillips Cagers Defeat Ohrbachs In Two Overtimes

Phillips 66 basketball team from Bartlesville Oklahoma beat New York City champs Ohrbachs 37 to 35 in two overtime periods at Madison Square Garden Monday night. Fred Pralle previously a Kansas guard is listed as a Phillips member.

Phillips Cagers Phillips 66 Bartlesville Okla Ohrbachs New York City Madison Square Garden Fred Pralle K. U Phillips

Oil paintings by Paul Mannen on display during Art Week

Lawrence artist Paul Mannen exhibits a group of oil paintings at Evans Hearth and Bell’s Music Store as National Art Week runs November 25 to December 1. His work includes Ohio Spring and travels through statewide fairs and Spooner-Thayer Art Museum in Kansas.

Paul Mannen Lawrence Evans Hearth Bell Ohio Spring Kansas Spooner- Thayer Art Museum Mannen

Tragic Rifle Accident Claims Woman Near Cherryvale

Mrs. Alfred Peugh of near Cherryvale Kansas died in Independence Hospital from a rifle accident. The weapon discharged while being handled by her son Laverine, 16, the bullet striking her head.

Cherryvale Kan Alfred Peugh Independence Hospital Laverine

Actor in outdoor films and puzzle grid clues

A dense list presents clues for a crossword style grid featuring terms about actors in Westerns, lengths like 12 The entry notes Amber and imitation gems, movements, pronouns, rewards, road abbreviations, and measurements. It mixes descriptors, names, and geography with scattered references to actors and historical terms.

Washburn Ichabods to face St Benedicts in Thanksgiving clash

Washburn college Ichabods meet St Benedicts of Atchison in a Thanksgiving day season finale. Washburn aims to salvage gridiron prestige after a 6 2 record while St Benedicts stands 3 6. Central conference champions meet in Topeka.

Washburn St. Benedict's Topeka Washburn College Ichabods St. Benedict’s Atchison Ravens Topekans

Christman Says Pro Football Needs $10,000 Offer

Columbia Missouri November 27 Paul Christman reputation as Missouri star says he would need about ten thousand dollars per year to enter professional football. He finished college last Thursday and has discussed potential deals with several pro teams while also considering a baseball route with no offers yet from major leagues. He plans to return to Missouri next fall unless a strong pro football offer arrives while he aims to sign a baseball contract in June.

Columbia Paul Christman Issouri Gridiron Detroit St. Louis Browns Toledo Paul University of Missouri

Doctor's Olive Tablets Boost Bile For Morning Relief

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets claim to stimulate bile flow aiding digestion and elimination for constipation. Advertises a 15¢ box at drugstores with 60g per package and cites Dr F M Edwards as practitioner.

Notable cross country and coaching moves recapped

A look back through PORTS 7 SP mirrors highlights from a year ago Walter Mehl of Wisconsin won the NCAA cross country title while Michigan State claimed the team crown. Frank Dobson resigned as Maryland football coach. Three years ago Jim Craig led Army to a 6 0 first period victory over Navy at Soldier Field Philadelphia before 102 000. Five years ago George Lister former first base star and 1922 AL batting champion surfaced as a potential buyer for the St Louis Browns via syndicate interest.

Walter Mehl Wisconsin Michigan State Frank Dobson Maryland Jim Craig Army Navy Soldier’s Field Philadelphia George Lister St. Louis Browns

Browns Seek Talent at Baseball Sessions in Atlanta and Chicago

St Louis Browns plan active participation in winter meetings to strengthen the club. General Manager Bill Dewitt says the team will pursue at least two pitchers and an experienced major league catcher, adopting a no trades, no sales policy after last season’s gains and best attendance since 1929.

St. Louis St. Louis Browns Bill Dewitt Brownie Atlanta Chicago Dewitt Browns Sportsman’s Park

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