Mrs Hoover Sows Chrysanthemums for White House
AP notes Mrs Herbert Hoover christened two chrysanthemum mums, one bearing her name and one for President Hoover. The orange-tinted Mrs Herbert Hoover is a pompon type from cross pollination, while the President Hoover mum is a deep pink with a yellow center. Showed at the 21st annual chrysanthemum show before 30,000 attendees. cut stems sent to the White House for propagation.
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Washington
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
United States Department of Agriculture
White House
Ik Tee
Wales
Matgick
Cde Oand
Cullen
Vastoina
Ilson
Warren Harding
Ace Coolidge
Calvin Coolidze
Hite
Tombstone's Helldorado proves Prohibition works in 1920
In Tombstone Arizona during the Helldorado celebration officials report an orderly three day event with no alcohol despite expectations of heavy drinking. Police mobilized but found little to do as bars emptied and crowds abstained, highlighting strict 18th Amendment enforcement and a dry outlook for the nation.
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Arizona
Tombstone
Ariz
United States
Nodge City
Brahms Quartet Flourishes In Town Hall Concert
Lawrence readers recall Miss Nadine Cox and fellow Brahms Quartet members Misses Lar i Banks Elinor Markey Nitch as they perform with Mrs Millikin in a town hall recital praised by the New York Times for refined blend and chamber music charm attracting over 3000 listeners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rence
Fredikin
Nadine Co
G. G. Cox
Lawrence
Brahms
Millikin
New York Times
Lari Banks
Nadine Cox
Elinor Markey Nitch
After the Bridge Game Boxes of leaf sugar shown
A local store displays color leaf sugar boxes intended for hosting bridge club gatherings and card parties, offering a new decorative touch for entertaining.
A Renaissance in the Bathroom Styles and color blend in modern baths
Interior editor Margery Taylor of McCall's Magazine argues bathrooms now demand harmonious ensembles beyond mere color. She cites green tiles lavender fixtures slate-black floors and peach wainscoting as possible modern palettes with sunfast wallpapers, two-tone fixtures, and coordinated towels to create a cohesive, striking bathroom.
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Margery Taylor
McCall's Magazine
Diseases of the Kidneys by Kreutzmann
Dr Kreutzmann outlines kidney disease causes and prevention. He discusses Brights Disease, carbuncle of the kidney, and surgical kidney, stressing infection control, removal of source infections, and early medical care for pregnant women. The piece notes Latin ceremony for doctorates, and warns on tumors and systemic infection entering kidneys.
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Gorgas Memorial Institute
Washington, D. C
Sugar shapes match card symbols in four colors
The sugar is cut into shapes corresponding to the symbols on the cards and comes in four colors: pink, lavender, pale green, and yellow.
Federation plans Women clubs in every country
The General Federation of Women's Clubs intends to extend its reach worldwide by establishing women clubs in every country. Currently present in sixteen nations, its membership is mainly English speaking and American expatriates. Plans include organizing native women regardless of English fluency, plus a study outline of life in various countries for American club women.
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New York
General Federation of Women's Clubs
No Dishwashing and No Bother Community Kitchen Plan
Charles Town West Virginia residents discuss a proposed community kitchen to free households from daily dishwashing and cooking. The plan envisions a white, dust free kitchen on the outskirts with electric refrigeration and professional meal prep, offering daily menus and meal delivery to homes offices and schools, claiming $250 annual savings per family and greater convenience for women and men alike. Proponents, led by John A lf riend editor of Spirit of Jefferson, anticipate passive objections but expect strong adoption within years as meals become delivered warm and ready.
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Charles Town
W. Va
Th. Od
John&. Alfriend
The
Spirit of Jefferson
Alfriend
Swedish White Cap Tradition Honors University Graduates
Swedish customs honor university graduates with the white cap and cane ceremony. Miss Mary Larson explains the cap's significance, noting its social weight and universal respect. Exams span years, with final tests overseen by university committees. upon success, graduates receive the cap, cane, and celebratory tossing while families shower them with flowers.
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Mary Larson
University of Uppsala
Miss Larson
Edith
America
Eymnasium
Larson
Stockholm
Uppsala
Lund
Box Rolls and Yeast Recipe from Mrs Lindsay and Mrs Schulmeyer
The article presents two home yeast roll recipes. One from Mrs. J. Lindsay uses warm water, lard, sugar, mashed potatoes, milk, salt, and flour with a 24 hour stand followed by kneading and rising twice. The second from Mrs. P. E. Schulmeyer uses a bread sponge, lard, sugar, warm water, salt, and flour, with a 12 hour cold rest and final bake, yielding light buns kept up to 10 days.
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J. &. Lindsay
P. E. Schulmeyer
Route 3
Eudora
Kan
Waist Lines Forgotten While Women Sew and Eat
Community sewing bees at local churches feature hearty lunches that replace strict waistline fashions with abundant homemade dishes. Women bring breads, pastries, fruits, and hot coffee, turning gatherings into generous, social meals that outlast planned modest servings. The article notes appetite and camaraderie drive local fashion trends more than Parisian standards.
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Jess Yargotten
Lawrence
Johnson
White
Baldwin News Highlights Thanksgiving Travel and Local Notices
Baldwin residents share Thanksgiving visits as Leota Porterfield returns from Holton with a cousin. House mothers, faculty, and families reunite across Kansas City and Topeka. The American Association of University Women sets December events to discuss modern education. Bellwether notices include deaths, a funeral party to La throp, and the passing of William Willson Stitt in California.
Stitt Family Pioneer in Early Kansas Turbulent Era
The obituary recounts James Stitt born earlier in the 19th century who moved with his parents from Iowa to Missouri then to Franklin County Kansas Territory. He witnessed Quantrill raid repairs, valued teachers and a Bible, joined the Sheridan Dix Post of the G A R at San Jose, and was survived by wife Margaret and children including Mrs William Lyons of Lyndon and A A Stitt of Quenemo. The piece also notes Thanksgiving services led by President Wallace Fleming at the First Methodist church and a packing of local social and school news from Lakeview through Kanwaka, listing many residents and events from the community.
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Stitt
Freemont
Iowa
Nodaway County
Kansas
Franklin County
John Walton
Lawrence
Miss Griswold
John C. Briggs
San Jose
Margaret Stitt
William Lyons
Lyndon, Kan
A. A.,stitt
Quenemo
Kan
B. H. Schultze
Baldwin
Lucella Maend
William Willis Stitt
Wallace B. Fleming
First Methodist Church
Wesner Choir
Katharine D. Sutphem
Calvin E. Hoelwen
Rosema
Katherine
Mallorie
H. K. Enright
Betty
Grove
Carthage
Methodist Parson Wee
Frank Harold Ebright
Donald Ebright
Raymond Tomlinson
Angus Springer
Baker
Patty Marsh
Pittsburg
Mrs. B.S. _ Marsh
Lakeview
O. J. Jane
Lake View
Edith
Doris
Earl Mitchett
Frank Breaker
Mildred Gentry
Robert Gentry
Barker
S. M
Riverside
Owen Mitchell
William Martin
A. S. Wilson
M. Gentry
Gentry
Kanwaka
C. J. Hudson
Ida Hudson
Miss Telitha
Frank Brune
Mabel Meyers
Cottonwood Falls
Culberton
Lin Brine
Kansas City
Ormal Hodson
Helen
Warren
Ida Hodson
Claude Cole
J. M. Grant
Mary Grant
Parnell
Sheen
W. G. Martin
Wilson
Lawrence Ealier
Gna Bell Collins
Martha Perkins
Lakeview Card Club
Oliver Schutz
Brankla
Doris Mitchell
Frank Bunce
L. D
Grant
Cecil Smith
Larry
Perkins
Telitha Newton
Topeka
Winifred Beck
Kent Irene Grint
Bert Mitchell
Farmland
David McCreath
Ray Mitchell
Oakridge
Ida
Amos
A. R. Hicks
John Grant
Vinland
James Sanders
S. Mi-Gentry
W. E. Spalding
Isidy
Mamie Marzin
Marths Mert
Betty Uedson
Local residents listed in passing notice
Margaret Hodson, Lloyd Hodson, Eben Farley, Helen Farley, Virginia Farley, David Perkins, Jean Perkins, Floyd Grant, Estella Grant, Ruth Mitchell and Evelyn Bunee are named in a short public notice among neighboring households. The brief item records names without additional context or event details.
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Margaret Hodson
Lloyd Hodson
Eben Farley
Helen Farley
Virginia Farley
David Perkins
Jean Perkins
Floyd Grant
Estella Grant
Ruth Mitchell
Evelyn, Bunee
Community notices from Stull and nearby areas
Mrs Harvey Houk and baby returned home Sunday from Memorial hospital Harold Houk operated on for appendicitis at Memorial hospital Rev C O Burgert of Oklahoma preached at Evangelical church Sunday evening Belvoir Farm Bureau met with Mrs Len Ive O A Bidinger John Sid family attended events at John Kraft home August Walter Kraft Hildenbrand relatives attended Scence Methodist service Carl Gibler Clinton visit TW Ridiger Roy Deskin visit Esther Murphy Sunday talks August Benander passed away at his home
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Harvey Houk
Baby
Memorial Hospital
Harold Houk
C. O. Burgert
Oklahoma
Stull
Evangelical Church
Orville Platz
Bobby
Harry Murphy
Harry, Jr
Elnora
Huss
Pawnee Station
Belvoir
Chris Kraft
Bert Hildenbrand
Scrence
J Gibler
Carl
Clinton
TW. A
Deer Grove School Report and Local Notes
Richland details show Benander tied to C A Bidinger by marriage and Mrs Edwin Hildenbrand visiting. The Deer Grove third month report lists enrollment 13 boys and 23 girls, total 4 dollars? 30 days attended with average daily attendance around 12 boys and 2? 8 girls. no absences or tardies noted. Elnora M. Haas, teacher, invites patron visits and inspections. Elmer Nichols and family traveled to Topeka to visit Mrs Nichols, recovering well.
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Richland
Benander
C. A. Bidinger
Edwin Hildenbrand
Roter
Ber
Dem
Elnora M. Haas
Elmer Nichols
Topeka
Nighols
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Holton
Geraldine Porterfield
Nathan A. Horell
Delta Zeta House
Jacksonville
Ill
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Vinton Topping
June Topping
Andere
Carrie Scott
Util
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Batilwin
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Allan Brannock
Alpha Chi Omega
T. ‘i. McMillan
Eugene
American Association Ofniversity Women
Homer K. Sebright
CG. N. Murray
GM. Gander
Thomas L
G. §. Sanders
Famih
J. R. Holman
Devin E. Holman
Lathrop
Elizabeth McMillan
Research
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Alpha Chi
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Margaret Ann Hunt
Evelyn Scott
Bernice Marshall
Irene Holmes
Helen Beauchamp
Virginia Herron
Alice Marie Karstens
Mary Clark
Yarnold
Gordon Matias
Journal-World
Miller
Reusch Garage
N. H. Ste
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Home Service & Laundry CO
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Maes
Jess West
Fritz CO
T. J. Sweeney
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