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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1926
Page
1
The story details Satchel Ulack facing a jury in a major court case. Testimony spans multiple days with defense and prosecution arguments about contracts and payments. Key figures include Admiral J. Rh. Robi and Senator Walsh as witnesses, and discussions on dates and potential financial outcomes.
Dean Hrank, T. Storkton and Provde ex of the University of Kansas will preside at the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce event. An audience will be allowed for general attendance as the discussion centers on state and local business concerns.
John War, long with Barford Theatre in Arkansas City, has assumed publicity duties for Dickinson Enterprises and their advertisers in the area.
Forecast indicates mostly fair conditions tonight with a warm day following and higher temperatures in southern portions. Driving conditions include dry roads with potential local slick spots and caution advised for travelers in the southern areas.
An inquiry by the U S Senate investigates supposed excessive expenditures of the Massachusetts Republican State Committee in the last campaign that defeated Senator William Butler by David Walsh The committee reports total expenses near 160 000 with receipts about 42 000 short and notes 255 780 in apparent liabilities The Jackson club and figures cited point to scrutiny by Washington investigators in the fall senate campaign probe
The report from M. Gorrill shows Douglas County Republican central remit oversaw a county campaign fund. Total expenditures totaled 162.35 with 152 refunded to donors and 10.53 remaining, covering publicity hall rent and speakers.
In Hankow serious developments mark rising anti-foreign agitation. British Foreign Secretary Sir Austen Chamberlain told the House of Commons that the government and admiralty are preparing a fuller announcement for November 29. Peking politics show the cabinet resigning to shift responsibility to northern warlords as the republic faces factional stress and financial strain.
Mrs Eugene Christy drove a Jewett when hit by an unknown car on the fort to fort highway west of town at 7 40. The other vehicle cut in and hooked bumpers then left after dropping a pint of liquor on the road. Two men in the other car appeared intoxicated and fled. Six Mexicans killed.
Brownsville Texas November 29 Mexicans were killed at Las Ruanas ranch four miles north of Matamoros during an attempted seizure of the J. P. Fernandez estate ranch house. Three bandits were killed and three ranch employees including the assistant foreman were killed. Hartford Conn November 29 Aviation insurers plan to liberalize aging prohibition on holders of HL policies based on Travelers surveys.
Attorney General Charles J. Griffith advocates strict enforcement of Kansas anti cigarette law as Mayors rally support. He urges all Kansas mayors to unite in enforcing the statute, warning that public sentiment may guide future legislative changes but the law should be applied now.
Jack the eighteen year old cat who lived alone in a Hornell apartment died yesterday. His body was buried today in a privately run dogs' cemetery, the largest of its kind, maintained by an animal lover who charges no burial fees. Jack belonged to Frank L Myers, a nonwealthy man who adored animals. Myers moved his large animal household to the suburbs but Jack preferred his old haunts and returned twice. Myers then fed Jack daily by taxi until the cat’s death at about his ninth life.
Officials to Chicago and Topeka plan travel for a convention of state officials who license motor vehicles in Chicago. Governor Paulen will address December 11 from a Chicago radio station. Also notes a contested election seat in Indiana and a family Thanksgiving trip home from Oklahoma.
Somerville New Jersey AP report notes defense rested after thirteen days of testimony with two witnesses. Mrs Frances Stevens Hall testified about her husband Rev Edward W Hall and Mrs Eleanor Mills, denying knowledge of the slaying. Mrs Hall insisted there was only slight attachment and no serious affair.
Leavenworth Nov 29 The First State Bank Lansing which was robbed and set afire early Saturday morning was placed in the hands of the state bank commissioner according to a notice posted on the door this afternoon The bank is closed and in the hands of the state authorities indicating a financial crisis and suspension of operations
A reunion of those who attended New York School will highlight the County Fair at Eagles Hall starting Thursday at 3 PM. Parents of the school run the event to raise funds, with booths and treats planned by the Parent-Teachers association and volunteers.
Portland Maine November 29 control of the senate in the new congress hangs on a special election in Maine to replace Senator Burt M Fernald who died in office Republican and Democratic parties each seek seven seats in the stake. Candidate Fulton J Edman faces Democrat Tremblean nominee in the poll today.
A report from Leavenworth notes a strong turnout for the Manhattan Opera Company with higher local prices yet good crowds last night despite price differences. The afternoon was spent setting up equipment while main floor seats were adjusted for a 26 piece orchestra directed by Alda Franchetti. soprano Tamiki Miura and dancer Pavley-Oakski will headline a program including The Dance of the Hours and a woodlands scene near Nikke in Japan.
A City Commission adjourned meeting enacted a two year term building inspector, salary fifty dollars monthly, and a two thousand dollar bond for plumbers. New license fees include two hundred dollars for first year, twenty five dollars annually thereafter, with twenty four month refunds for established firms. Local firms face penalties for using outside plumbers under their name. Building permits require complete plans, inspector to oversee plumbing gas fitting electric wiring chimneys and firerelated work. Fire chief William Reinisch becomes first building inspector under the ordinance. Also notes a conference of Kansas officials and related schedule changes.
County Engineer E El Tene reports Yan cey Brothers won the contract for a new concrete bridge replacing the old one over a county line. The firm won about 37009 and will erect two piers before wrecking the present structure. Work should begin in days as materials and a shack are on site. The steel bridge will span 122 feet with concrete abutments.
A church led crusade by evangelist Lo Prieto will unfold over four months, involving the entire congregation and all churches in the world. The program begins with prayer groups, a cathedral mission during Epiphany season, and culminates in intensive parish activity during Lent. Goals include stronger worship, deeper Bible study, wider outreach, and consistent Christian living to draw others to Christ.
The Kansas Electric Power Company reports J. E. Brown has died. Funeral services planned today for Robert Brown in Washington, Indiana. Brown was once head of the meters department in the district including Lawrence, Center Springs, and Leavenworth. He was transferred from Sayreabee to Michigan, where he also filled the office as district superintendent of the power company’s meter department.
Parle, Nov 29 AP Queen Marie's arrival from the United States sparks talk that Ferdinand's illness may ease dynastic tensions. In Paris, exiled Romanian leader Brataino and Prince Carol, who renounced his claims, are already present as competing factions seek a settlement.
William McCrary a 24 year old son of George McCrary was accidentally shot and killed Sunday morning while hunting on Buck Creek north of Midland. The gun discharged as he climbed a bank holding the barrel, the hammer catching and firing into his breast. He was with John Koffman and Richard Dick when the accident occurred. He had worked as a farm hand for Fred Lewis and previously as a newspaper carrier. He is survived by his parents two brothers and a sister.
Mrs Josia Creel Solko of Los Angeles suffers serious injuries while husband Joe Solko is killed in a November 21 automo bile accident at Van Nuys California. Mrs Solko is at Angelus Hospital in Los Angeles with a broken left arm and head and knee bruises. Friends may write to Mrs Clara Creci 515 Aldama Terrace Los Angeles. Solko was formerly of Lontar
Olathe State bank in Kansas was closed today by order of its board of directors. A Topeka message cited assets and quiet reserves as causes. The bank had 25 000 in paid capital and 167 000 in deposits. J Kelly, Albert Ost, Jr Rhodes, and P Ve Miller held key posts. Bank assets were foreclosed to restore cash reserves. real estate exceeded stock value and surpluses were depleted.
The Supreme Court declined to review the Belridge Oil Company lease dispute over transfer of naval oil reserves from the Navy to the Interior Department. The case, tied to Edward Doheny and Albert Fall era actions, centered on bidding processes and secretary approval in California’s Mojave Hills reserve. Separately, a streetcar conductor reported ejecting a Mary Cocaine from a campus university car for intoxication and disturbance.
Stunz was killed in his restaurant on a November evening after a struggle in which a grey cap was left behind. Investigators connected a suspect, Wesley Walker, and traced a freight train escape from Topeka. Mrs Bradley and James reported hearing the shot, with no inquest held yet. Stunz had resided in Lawrence for years and served in the police force.
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