20 Oct 1934
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1934
Page
1
A scrambled early football report details a tense Kansas contest with Stoner and Armstrong involved in receptions and punts. Hapgood and Grinell provide defense as both teams struggle for field position and points in a scoreless opening period.
chaotic game summary shows Kansas State and Kansas exchanges with fumbles and penalties. Warren connects on a first down at the 40, Ayers breaks free for a Wildcat score, and Wildcat defense forces late stops as the Jayhawkers fail to sustain a drive near the goal line.
A fragmented game report notes a Memorial Colts scoring drive after a Tiger fumble near the 20 yard line. Carl Kane is credited with a kicked point after, amid several intercepted passes and a series of plays marked by touchdown chase and field position changes.
Ames pulls off a stunning upset as the Cyclones rapid through the Hawkeyes for a 17 to 0 halftime lead in a Big Ten football clash. Ohio State edges Colgate 10 to 7 in a sectional tilt as Lyon scores for Colgate. Notre Dame beats Carnegie Tech 13 to 0 in South Bend with a 51‑yard run by Billske and a pass from Dominic Vaire. Michigan defeats Georgia Tech in Ann Arbor as Ferning’s sprint stands out amid rain and fumbles.
A garbled fragment references Teletha balking at a 30 year widow, linked to the Queen Marie. The readable parts hint at a personal or royal-family context but lack clear actions, dates, or locations to form a solid report.
In a tense late season game Minnesota toppled Pittsburgh 13 to 7. Julius Alphonse scored on a 22 yard run and Bill Bevan added the extra point after a third quarter return. The Gophers defended the lead as Pitt threatened late but could not overcome Minnesota's attack and defense.
AP reports a discovery in the Physical Review describing a salt that combines sodium and chlorine to form a salt of salt codium. The salt releases radium rays more powerful than usual medical rays and could act as a new tool for cancer research and biology.
Brno Richard Hauptmann, extradited from New York, is jailed in Hunterdon County awaiting arraignment and trial for the Lindbergh baby murder. Authorities moved swiftly after a New York court denied habeas corpus, bringing Hauptmann to the state prison near the courthouse. A large crowd gathered as he entered the solitary cell, with his arrest and custody detailed amid ongoing legal steps and expected arraignment within days.
At the 61st Allentown General Convention in Atlantic City bishops debated liberalizing birth control information. The measure, introduced by Bishop Arthur Huston, carried 44 to 38 in favor, with opposing views voiced by Rt. Rev. Paul Matthews and Rt. Rev. Thomas Jenkins.
Amid cluttered OCR text, a sale in Kansas City features a five gaited chestnut mare called The Ruse and other thoroughbreds. Bids reach around $4,750 with Miss Frances Dodge noted among purchasers. Several lots sell, with prices listed like $1,630 and $1,200.
Thomas Jr and his wife and partner are indicted on charges tied to the abduction of Mrs. Alice Speed Stoll. Federal prosecutors indicate the death penalty could apply for all three if convicted, with the case detailing alleged beating and harm during custody and the use of the Conniburgh law as amended to permit capital considerations.
At American Royal livestock judging events, Kansas placed second in overall team standings behind Missouri with Oklahoma fourth. Individual honors went to Dear Abrahams of Kansas, while team members included Dean Abrahams Joe Rundus Belleville and Bob Sherwood coached by Kenneth Sherwood. Kansas won beef cattle judging, Oklahoma led horse judging, and Missouri took sheep and hog honors with Dorothy May Horalick of Ford taking two prizes at the event.
AP report from Fort Erie mentions a hotel man identifying a suspect connected to a kidnapping. Mrs. Alice Speed Stoll of Louisville, Kentucky is referenced in society notes amid nervous commentary on two men involved and a wound from a Thai-related incident.
County officials supervise relief labor to drill wells and construct ponds and roads. Surplus relief workers are assigned to water, road, and township projects as winter approaches, aiming to connect communities with all weather roads to Lawrence.
In October 2038 AP reports parties rally support as they compete for votes in Topeka. The campaign focuses on whether Kansas keeps or repeals the state’s long-standing prohibitory amendment, a major issue since 1927.
British teams compete in the London to Melbourne air race heading east from England toward Australia. J Mollison arrives first at Baghdad control point after about 350 miles flown. Dutch team Parmenter Herland Molly lead early as the field covers nearly 112,000 miles to the finish with multiple contingencies and withdrawals impacting the race.
Mexico City October 205 AP The National Party aims to drive high Catholic church officials out of the country. The plan, prepared for President Abelardo Rodriguez, seeks to stamp out church influence as the revolutionary government asserts control. President Rodriguez was at Tehuacan with General Plutarco Elias Calles, a key proponent behind the government.
President Roosevelt spoke at Williams and Mary College where he received a Doctor of Laws degree and urged broader non specialized education. He praised Rockefeller Jr. support for Williamsburg's colonial buildings and streets as part of restoration efforts.
Brief report notes an assassination attempt on Oct 2 with detail limited to court actions and statements from the Emblem, as presented by first assistant state attorneys.
AP reports Rev James Wise bishop of the Protestant Episcopal diocese of Me Kansas condemns an anti American attack on Rev John W Day dean of Grace Cathedral in Kansas City during his absence at the Atlantic City Episcopal convention. Burrow condemns “un-American” utterances and urges restraint while Topeka telegraph notes a temperate response without addressing the merits of the dispute.
Lawton and Little report a dramatic rescue near a well after a child became trapped in an old rope. The incident drew a crowd as responders secured the child and conveyed them to safety. Authorities cautioned onlookers to keep away from hazardous sites and monitor for further dangers.
A garbled record notes an agriculture demonstration at Lawrence with guests Isader Hepler Patwood and Douglas County officials. Invitations referenced a banquet and various attendees like Armatrong Hazel Gleayhawk and Dorothy San Swale Haw, among others.
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