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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1931

Page

4

Pleasant Places and Political Upheaval Echo Quick News

Psalm 16 lines inspire commentary on pleasant places and heritage while a via duct traffic ordinance in Kansas City Kansas prompts questions about enforcement. Reports cover Germany’s Reichstag opening, Hitler’s assault on Bruning, and Prosperous forecasts of political shifts. Also noted are two sailors returning to America, a divorce threat, a jail sentence, and Hoover era credit pool critiques. Business Week flags concerns over a 0 million fund and Federal Reserve reform. Douglas County farm groups plan closer cooperation toward rural improvement.

Hoover Business Week Altho Federal Reserve Nicholas Murray Butler Frank H. Vizetelly Dr. Butler Vizetelly Punta Gorda Jim Lanier Kansas City Dallas Texas

War clouds over Manchuria and fuel tax crackdown

The piece notes leaders warn of possible war if a just Manchurian settlement fails, with Japan China Russia energy concerns cited. It mentions two state departments teaming to curb gasoline bootlegging in Kansas, saving an estimated six million dollars yearly. Ramsay MacDonald marks his 65th birthday while pursuing another parliamentary campaign.

Uniwa Japan Manchuria League of Nations China Washington Geneva Teague Council Russia Sarajevo Oil Inspector's Office The Public Service Commission Kansas Jerry Beatrix Haskell Venice Doris Norton Alice Schuyler

Old Home Town Card Party Brightens Afternoon in Kansas

Mrs. Robert Morrow and Mrs. Helen Meador hosted a joyful afternoon with 11 whist tables. High scores went to Mrs. F. H. Hodder and Mrs. Arthur Marks. Hodder won a silver fork, while Mrs. W. W. Johnston took the consolation prize. The event included several Kansas guests and helpers. Also noted were Mrs. Burns Allen hosting an informal party with Anatomy as a game, and updates on Kansas University Band uniforms fundraising efforts seeking about $200 more.

Robert Morrow Helen Meador F. H. Hodder Arthur Marks Hodder W. W. Johnston Meador Helen Sparr Greta Moore Marguerite Emery Ethel Morrow Esther Wilson Kansas Arizona Burns Allen A. Graeber J. W Morrow K. U K. U. Bank

Unknown Soldier Burial Guests At Arlington National Cemetery

The Nation will host a gathering to honor the Unknown American Soldier from World War I. J Churchill and other guests will participate in the burial ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on a date in November as part of the national observance.

J. Churchill O. Unknown Antone Arlington National Cemetery

Local quarrel over water mudding and a sick neighbor’s son

A reader reports that Junior dirtied Ellen’s rain water while the Jones boy lay ill in bed. The mother notes the Jones boy leads Junior into mischief, implying ongoing trouble between families.

Ellen Jones Junior

Lawrence Mourns Unknown Soldier Remains To Be Interred

Samuel J. Church ill of Lawrence to serve as mourners at interment of unknown soldier from capitol. Details cite a Nashville medal of honor action on December 15 1864 and congress funded expenses. Charlton heads Lawrence Country Club board with officers named. Wedding between Inez Mack and James G Norton of Wichita reported. Iiini Club notes twenty five Illinois alumni members in University and Lawrence.

Ber Samuel J. Churchill Lawrence Capitol Memorial Mr. Churchill Battle of Nashville Tenn Churchill Congress Charlton Heads Country Club Lawrence Country Club Glenn Charlton G. C. Shaad A. F. McClanahan J. Frank Jones Mendelsohn

Nightmares and night terrors in children explained

The article reviews nightmares and night terrors from childhood to adulthood. It cites psychological factors, physical causes such as enlarged tonsils and constipation, and says frightening experiences or subjects left unspoken may spark such dreams. Discussion with a physician or psychiatrist is advised for persistent cases.

Nemo Lee

Prairie fire devastates Rush and Ellis counties in 1884

A prairie fire in 1884 scorched Rush and Ellis counties Kansas causing extensive property loss. The blaze halted only when it reached the Smoky Hill river, ending the spread.

Rush Ellis Smoky Hill River

Salina slaying suspect bound over for trial

SalinaAnanion Medina Kanapolis salt mine worker Ayala testified at a prior trial and is tied to the slaying of Jules Avala. Medina bound over to district court after a preliminary hearing. Hugoton city marshal C H Newman was shot in the abdomen while arresting Fred McBee. McBee's brother Irwin McBee is Stevens County sheriff. In Topeka the state and federal agriculture boards report only 25 to 40 percent of intended Western Kansas wheat acreage sown and in fair condition. remaining fields poor due to drought and pests. seeding 74 to 95 percent complete in the northwest.

Associated Press Salina Anasion Medina Kanopolis Jules Avala Ayala Medina Felicia Garcia Hugoton C. H. Newman City Marshall Fred McBee McBee Newman Irwin MccBee Stevens County Topeka United States Department State Board of Agriculture Kansas Ferrick

Soldiers Marooned off Sackets Harbor in Lake Ontario

Five Madison Barracks soldiers missing after a Sunday fishing trip were found marooned on Stony Island, twelve miles from the mainland. Rough water and high winds pushed their eighteen foot craft from the coast, and rescuers located them late this afternoon.

Sackets Harbor Madison Barracks Lake Ontario Stony Island

Venice Muir Weighs Vanity At A Social Gathering

In York Venice Muir reviews a winner’s social failure and endures a stilted party night. She battles nerves and longing as she observes peers and dances with multiple partners, hoping to find ease and connection, while considering a new plan for the next installment.

Purity Venice Muir York Lola Goadby Mr. Reese

Oil Well Fire Kills Man Near Oklahoma City

An oil field accident near the northeast Oklahoma City oil area leaves Charles Bittle dead after an explosion and fire at a lease. John Longnecker escapes with injuries as fire crews respond. cause of the blast remains undetermined amid a reopening of flush wells.

Oklahoma City Charles Bittle John Longnecker Oklahoma Kent

Flashes of Life in Belleview and Surrounding Homes

A brisk Beliew view of social visits and daily events from Belleview and nearby Lawrence and Shawnee. Residents including Mr. Cooper, the Vitts, Holmes, Akins, and various Skinner and Shafstahl families hosted dinners, quilting, and flower shows. A Bellview Ladies Aid meeting featured quilting and a big dinner, with extensive guest lists and community notes.

Cooper Kansas City Walter Vitt Lawrence L. M. Holmes Billie Cooper Marshal John Akin Tommie Harry Cooper L. G. Harris Ollie James Palmer Sweet Charles Sweet Shawnee Okla Jennie Crane Oscar Crane Ivan Arthur Pleasant Grove Charles Krum Tom Beal Homer Skinner Rody Skinner Roslin Skinner Bellview Ladies Aid Harold Daugherty Hadora Charles Brown Garrett Lucy Abels Viola Ott Mattie Skinner Raymer Witney Frances Skinner Newt Hamlin Lecompton Billie Rogers Mary Jimmie A. L. Hadl John Shafstahl Anna Shafstahl M. E. Church Geneva Clifton James Bolivar Maude Allan Wees George Grosdidier Los Angeles Norbert Reta Mitzi John Schopner Ed Hadl New York Marion Grist Martha Columbia University Eichelmyer Flora May James Bliz Abeth Skinner Orvil Crane Charles

Dressed-Up Columbus by Mary Graham Bonner

The Little Black Clock returns to 4192 as Columbus rejoices at land seen and as he dresses in his finest clothes for the momentous discovery. Children imagine the celebration while natives remain unaware of the significance of this voyage and its dress up for a grand landfall.

Columbus Mary Graham Bonner Christopher Columbus Peggy John

Notable names and absences in Willow Springs school notes

A school roll lists Esther Ott McPheeters Wanda Hadl Arleta Holmes Victor McNish Frances Eichelmyer Mabel Hadl and William Wilson among those with high averages. Absent or tardy pupils include Julia McNish Esther Jane Hadl Irene McPheeters and others. Social updates mention Miss Ival Lane at a Turner hall dance in DeSoto and local visits and events at the Willow Springs Farm Bureau and nearby households.

Ival Lane Turner Hall DeSoto Dodi Martin Martin Jack Howe Mainstreet Kansas City W. H. Dent Oma Hoff Erle Hunter Ginn Kansas ‘City Be Hunter Willow Springs Cecil Estelle Eudora Will Turner Theodore Bird Mable Olathe Crocker Helen Doane T. E. Grey Winslow Ark W. M. Smith Fayetteville Doanes George Corliss California Tracy Plummer Olnthe Lynn Montgomery Missouri L. L Sam Lee C. L. Frisbie L. R. Penner Leland

Explosion at Harvey Couch home burns man and damages house

A gasoline stove explosion at the Harvey Couch residence Thursday severely burned Mr. Couch and badly damaged the home interior. Doctors treated his burns in De Soto. A neighbor and A. S. Bracken from Baldwin helped care for farm interests and visited friends in Corliss and De Soto Friday.

Harvey Couch Joe Plummer Corliss DeSoto Shawnee W. H. Dent Charles Baker Ival Lane Earl Wright Christian Church DeSote C. L. Prisbie Ruth Samuel Lee Olathe Kaw C. L. Frisbie Mr. Lee Tom Lee de’ Soto L. Frisbie Erle Hunter Wade Kansas City St. Louis Reed Mildred Hunter J. L. Corliss Lynn Montgomery Missouri C. H. Musser Oma Dent Miss Oma Gardner

Pleasant Relief From Constipation

Pleasant relief from constipation ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe laxative alternative to calomel. Claims improved energy and beauty through regular bowel function and liver cleansing. Endorsed for 20 years with olive colored tablets priced 15¢ and 60c. All druggists.

Edwarda

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