Griffiths four ouster suits filed in Kansas City
Attorney General Charles B Griffith filed four ouster suits in Topeka against Kansas City Kansas city officials led by Mayor W W Gordor. The petitions allege improper expenditures bonds and misuse of city funds amid investigations by J S Harvey and Griffith. Other targets include Finance Commissioner Strickland Streets Commissioner Schaible Public Property Chief Cook and Works Commissioner Tarnall.
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Kansas City
Kansas
Supreme Gours
Charles B. Griffith
W. W. Gordor
J. S. Harvey
Gerilith
AL_H. Strigkland
Henry Schaible
Roy
Cook
Line Tarnall
Rogers as Surprise Guest at White House Visit
Washington Oct 1 The article reports Rogers arriving in Washington and being invited by President Coolidge to stay at the White House. He wired Secretary Sanders about paying respects but asked to be headed off at Philadelphia if it was a joke. Rogers spent the night at the White House.
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Ashington
Rogers
Caolfige
Europe
Banders
Coolidge
Sanders
Philadelphia
Riers
White House
Jones Shave Up Estate Fight Over Miss Clara Jones
Parts of the world contest the rights to the estate of Miss Clara Malice Jones who died here in poverty leaving an rumored value near 210,000 dollars. Court actions name Jones and Fiestek among others as parties.
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Fiestek
Det
Clara Malice Jones
Kansas Forecast and Road Conditions Summary
Forecast notes fair tonight and Saturday with cooler east portion and warmer northwest. Roads are clear except Emporia which is muddy. Pittsburg and Topeka also noted as muddy. Cities listed include Kansas City Wichita Ottawa Pittsburg Arkansas City and more with varying cloud cover and clear spells.
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Kansas
Enporsia
Kansas City
Wichita
Pittsburg
Arkansas City
Ottawa
Topeka
Clearine
Emporia
Rong
Coast Guard Cutter Seneca Reaches Burning Vessel
The Coast Guard cutter Seneca reached the burning vessel New Britain near St Augustine Florida after noon today. The government wireless station reported at 1 p.m. Coast Guard Cutter Line was on standby with St. Hilbarting.
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St. Augustine
Pla
A.P
Seneca
New Britain
Nment
Ms “Coast Guard
St Hil Barting
Interstate hearing on Loree plan merger targets rail valuations
Valuation engineer YW Kirkpatrick testified the exhibit set KC Southern value at 92,212,822 and 1925 operating income per mile totals for Katy and Cotton Belt. directors questioned the figures as merger aims faced opposition. Kansas City Southern VP Charles E. Johnston argued against a Beaumont to Port Arthur line, while Katy President C N Whitehead stressed regional dependence on Katy service and warned consolidation could reduce competition with Missouri Pacific.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Kansas City Southern
Missouri-Kansas-Texas
Cotton Hell
YW Kirkpatrick
Kirkpatrick
Mahaffie
Cotton Belt
Charles E. Johnston
Colonel Dur S
Waco
Beaumont
Trinity and
Sabine
Port Arthur
Johnston
Disroad
C.N. Whitehead
Katy
Cbama
Texas
South
Oklahoma
Prohibition enforcement plan urged at national WC T U meet
A temperance union led push for a nationwide prohibition enforcement code to be taught in large cities. Marian Estes urged 26 000 local unions to spread the program and recruit 100 000 new members as soon as possible. The report notes federal cases and a wedding attendance by Coolidge.
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Los
Angeles
Oe 1
Mrridis G. Estes
Californa
WC. T. U
McPherson case witness testimony shakes defense ranks
Los Angeles detectives report Doorman Melville testified that he saw evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson at the Clark hotel about 10 AM on May 18 before she vanished from Santa Monica beach. Witnesses Lambert and Ormiston corroborated sightings, while Lorraine Wiseman Shlaff’s confession to being hired to produce dramatic characters factors into the district attorney’s case against McPherson.
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Los Angeles
Iaap
Ainge Semple McPherson
Thomas Scott Melville
Larkyhotel
Los Ateetes
Clark
Santa Monica Beach
Flock
Leader's Temple
Flock 4
Amy
Kenneth G. Ormiston
Abs
Lorraine Wiseman Shlaff
McPherson
Asa Keys
Evangelist
Nnie Kennedy
Sielaff
Sielafé
Florida relief debate over hurricane aid funding
Washington reports Florida and Raverned town officials and real estate operators accused by John Bar on Payne of handicapping relief efforts by misrepresenting needs. Payne cites the Red Cross aim to match aid to actual need, not losses, as relief funds top $3 million with 18 000 families possibly needing aid and 4 000 injured. A separate note from Richmond describes mayoral orders stopping a $10 000 relief payment via check delivery to Miami relief workers.
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Washington
Lorida
John Baron
Payne
American Red Cross
Jesses
Mie Payne
Ell A. Binckney
Cheirmsi
Fe Cross
Cross
Red Cross
Actu
Feiser
Floida
Richmond
Brig
Yesardue
Miami
Predict fair weather in New York on Saturday
The New York forecast calls for fair and warmer weather Saturday after today’s rain and overcast skies. Yankees and Cardinals held practice at the stadium as the day’s shadows were studied for game readiness. In other news, Clemens Binning of Barnesville Oklahoma was acquitted of murder in district court today on an instructed verdict.
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New York
Yankees
Cardinals
Samiesight
Mlutder
Barnesville
Okla
Clemens Binning
William
Tah Ae Doffin
Aig
Unveiling Draws 6000 to Massachusetts Street Displays
A large crowd estimated at six to seven thousand gathered in the Massachusetts Street district for an annual early summer window unveiling. Spectators viewed displays of tableware, furniture, clothing, and lighting, with college students eyeing winter fashion, barbershop windows offering manicures and permanent waves, and families admiring fruit, flowers, and a black cat on a business sill. The parade and siren marked the evening, drawing people from residence districts toward town as the crowd moved along the street.
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Massachusetts Street
B. C
Birber
Enit
University of Kansas Holds Third Annual Student Initiation
More than 4 000 townspeople and students attended Memorial Stadium for KU’s third annual student initiation. Chancellor Lindley, Dr Mean Strong, and editor Charles F Scott spoke on tradition, education, and school spirit. A torch relay symbolized loyalty as freshmen pledged to uphold university ideals during a ceremonial oath.
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Memorial Stadium
University of Kansas
Chan .Lindley
Mean’ Strong
Ft Shancelldy
Wahoo
Sixodus
Mose
Hannah
Oliver
Miss Oliver
Charles ‘F. Scott
Thhe Tola Daily Register
Charjcellor Jindley
Scott
Bard’ Knocks
Coellega
Toren
Lindley i
Nevosa
Hedin
III Mara
Changillor Lindley
Univer
Convicted Murderer Mrs Boone in Kansas City
Kansas City Kan October 3 A woman bandit Mrs Florence Boone 38 was convicted of first degree murder in connection with the killing of Patrolman William D Conley during a robbery attempt near the Missouri Pacific station September 12 The verdict follows a raid that left Patrolman Wilson and others wounded and a suspect killed The sentence to be served in the Lansing state penitentiary faces Boone and awaits further trial actions by the defense Harvest Home booth and rally day at Fairview Church planned for Sunday morning October 3 Card notes Chevrolet advertisement
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Kansas City
Kan
Lorence Boone
William D. Conley
Lansing
Conley
Wilson
Wi Filliamsey
Cowles
Charles F. van Kirk
van Kirk
Teeleasles
Boone
Elect Trueblood Named Liberty Memorial High Council Leader
Lowell Trueblood was elected president of the Liberty Memorial High School student council on Wednesday. He is a National Honor Society member, track team captain, and a two-term track official. Former junior high president Henry Head and other officers were named, including Haley Karper and Josephine Edmonds in senior roles. The sophomore slate chose Herbert Atherby as president with Naicy Wit as vice president and Herbert Menow as treasurer. The student council role is described as fairly representative.
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Lowell’ Trueblood
Liberty’ Memorial High
Sekuol
New Silent
Henry Head
Haley Karper
Toland
Stover
Sident
S Josephine Edmonds
Trees
Brerest Ponting
Musetta Chere Jones
Fred Liscum
Denises
Evelyn Swarthou
Hazel Shrir- Vreda~ Aull
Carnci R Tronise
Herbert
Frederic, Burnet
Kathleen Asher
Latre of Studeat Council
Haskell Leads Stil College As Redskin Dominates
In the final moments of the fresh quarter at the football game, Haskell's Redskins lead Stil College 2 to 0. This marks the third game in the series for the Redskins and the second home contest.
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Haskell Stanim
Clever
Stil College
Fats
Redskins
Automobile Crash In Paducah Injures Grasty Driver
El Grasty of Paducah Kentucky sustained damage to his Tealight front as his car collided with a Beal Brothers delivery truck driven by Dick Green at about 11 o clock on Massachusetts Street. Grasty, traveling north behind another tourist, could not stop in time when Green pulled out, causing a rear collision. Grasty resumed his trip later that afternoon. Dr Anthony Jr of Kansas City in Leavenworth hospital after a minor injury. His condition is satisfactory and he will be discharged soon.
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EL Grasty
Paduchh
Kentucky
Beal Brothers Market
Dick Green
Massachusetts
Grasty
Greene
Fred Kahn
Alabama Street
Lawrence
Irun
Targe
Tisus
Franklin Od Gappini Wills
Wicked Jayhiawier
K Rook
Wad Yard
University of Kansas
Eh Sim
Crimson
Chius i
Cappon
Michigan
Akon
Iial
Republican leaders to speak in Lawrence event
The Douglas county Republican gathering will host headline speakers Curtis and Paulen, with Governor Ben Daulen and candidates Sneéches, Schater, Charles, and Curtis. The event occurs Saturday evening at the courthouse in Lawrence, starting at 8 o’clock, as campaigning intensifies ahead of the state-wide drive. County chairman Marshall Garvill announced the meeting and noted Lawrence’s ample turnout prospects before the campaign’s end.
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Baiga
Douglas
County
Schater
Charles
Curtis
Ben
Court House
Lawrence
Serpzrwoodes Curtis
Douglas County Committee
Curtis-Paulen
Marshall Garvill
Rand Lawrence
Benater Curtis Sand
Iieet
Elowk
All Lots Sold at Court Sale Reported
The sale of property in Givens court fully cleared, with bidders including Parchaners & Co, A. Te IG, R. TilBrooke F, W. Buli Martin, I. C. Strasfield, WW. A. Opperman, Teo FL Smith, Mrs. Ida M. Hackney, and Glenna Carter. The five and a half acre tract brought about 318,840 dollars, and the Delta Theta total sale is noted.
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Givens Court
Cantar
Parchaners & Co
TilBrooke F
W. Buli Martin
I. C. Strasfield
A. Opperman
Teo FL Smith
Ida M. Hackney
Glenna .Carter
AL Garriit
Chapter Wins Honor as Best Chapter in United States
The Phi Delta Theta chapter in Gage Kansas received a national honor for excellence in scholarship and conduct during the year. The award, based on points from fronts and scholastic criteria, names the chapter as among the best in the United States for 92a 86. The recognition reflects outstanding performance by six members and the chapter’s overall integrity.
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Gage
Kansas
Phi Delta Theta
United States
King Ferdinand Denies Abdication Rumor
In Bucharest on October 1, statements from A P Cielas deny any abdication by King Ferdinand or any intention to abdicate. Court circles term the rumor as wild fantasy, with unofficial chatter attributing it to Communist sources aiming to smear the royal family during Queen Marie's visit.
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Bucharest
Rusiania
A. P. Cielas Cireles
Ferdinand
Apiniart Awagi
Marie
Homecoming Decorated House Cups Announced
Prizes for the best decorated student houses in Homecoming are to be awarded this year. Three silver Loving cups stand eighteen inches high, donated by Lawrence merchants and local groups. Judges will assess originality and effect with focus on the homecoming theme.
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Clarke
Lawrence
ALD
Cosmopolitan’ Club
Corbin Hall
Watkins Hall
Alppa ‘Xi Dell
Winder
Sigma Phi ‘Epsilon
Gosmoneditan
Kansas-Nebraska
Alumni election committees named by Kansas University
Two alumni association committees at the University of Kansas were named at the semi annual meeting yesterday. One group includes Cyrus Crane Kansas Miss Garrie Watson L Borman O Leary and Eleanor H Miller. The other group lists Bavingartner M S Sterling and others to investigate a separate inquiry. A mail ballot system was discussed for election flyers and a contest two parties nominated by the committee.
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Alumni Association of
The
University of Kansas
Alumni Association
Cyrus
Crane
Kansas
Garrie Watson
L Borman O'Leary
Bavingartner
M. S. Sterling
Eleanor H. Miller
Lawrence
Kansas Set To Open Season At Memorial Stadium
Kansas nerves sharpen as Coach Cappon prepares the Jayhawkers for the opening clash at Memorial Stadium. A large turnout is expected with large crowds, expanded entrances, and a traditional night parade preceding the game.
Hall Mills Murder State Rectifications and Alleged Bribery Claims
In Somerville and San Francisco reports a former state trooper and an army disciplinary inquiry are described. Speer Alexander Simpson cites payments to influence witnesses or defendants, with new names and sums discussed, though exact details remain unclear. The account stresses alleged bribe figures and evolving testimonies.
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Somerville
Henry L. Dickthan
State
Spee
Alexander Simpson
Sasterday
Mason
Té Enteil
Baracks
Dickman
MM Simpson
Untitled Western Meeting Noted By Italian Papers
Fragmentary OCR yields notes on Sir Austen, Col Williams, a drowning incident in San Francisco, Tony Vetture convicted murderer in Butte Montana, and scattered items from a university alumni meeting and a fall tournament round. Names appear inconsistently due to damaged text.
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Igomea
Sir Austen
Chi
Rome
Tony Vetture
Butte
Mant
Oct
Seafold
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Eat E. Shampisnshin
Ingiow
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Bowman
Matthe Ice
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