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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1934
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Kansas dry laws, proposed amendments, and legality of酒 non intoxicating beverages. It mentions repealing saloon provisions, medical exemptions, and potential cost of law enforcement without adopting amendments. The text references November votes and federal treasury opinions.
A Kansas speaker cites Dr. Theron Kilmer and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to argue repeal risks drunken driving and higher fatalities. He cites Chicago and St Louis stats, calling for votes against repeal and warning of increased taxes and saloons returning.
A Washington University editorial recounts a student party mishap at Central Adt where cake ran short and a knife wielding guest cut portions thin. Phi Delta Theta members face repercussions after an army cap incident at a downtown restaurant escalated to a sergeant’s injury and probationary medical costs. A pledged student forgets her skirt and returns home. Hospital notes report Rachel Kiene of Concordia with four stitches after diving into a pool.
Staff determine if her brain is concussed while details unfold about compensation for the student body at large. Miss Kiene is stitched up as John Malone undergoes emergency appendectomy in Leavenworth, highlighting a life balanced on crisis and care at Mt. Oread.
The 19 year old Ellen McAdoo, daughter of Senator William Gibbs McAdoo, postpones marriage plans after a spokesman says she would be disinherited if she wed Rafael de Onate. Riverside County Clerk D G Clayton confirms no license will be issued until the eligibility questions are settled.
Regular weekly recital features Plano Theme and Variations and Haydn Sandman numbers. Carolyn Batley leads piano pieces with orchestra and soloists including Phyllis Jive, Mildred Holedimn, and Minar. Attendees listen as students perform diverse classical selections.
Chancellor E H Lindley leaves yesterday afternoon to fill two speaking engagements in Nebraska for the state teachers convention. He is scheduled to speak this afternoon at North Platte and tomorrow at McCook. The Nebraska teachers hold their annual convention in various sections of the state.
Mrs and Mrs 5 PW Hosford invite Mr and Mrs C A Munger and daughter Nancy Jo from Ellaville to their home. Also visiting are Mrs Hosford's father Golden of Oskaloosa and her Halm of La Harbra and daughter Mrs Ray Ammage of Harper Ia. Mrs Munger joins the gathering at American Royal in Tye.
Dr F C Allen in charge of the annual drive urges attendance of seed trees at tomorrow's gathering. The meeting starts promptly at 1 30 pm and lasts one hour at the assembly roadhouse chamber of commerce. Bethlehem reports two million dollar net for today despite a prior quarter debit of 283 097 in the third quarter.
In a filed will dating December 20 1972 and codicil August 26 1980, real estate operator Edward Browne disinherits his wife for conduct amid unhappy marriage. Adopted daughter Dorothy Browne receives $1.5 million annuity and $250,000 yearly thereafter. a $100,000 trust fund benefits the hospital in New York.
The Gamble store moves to 834 Massachusetts Street with free gifts for all. Manager Neal Baldwin notes larger space and better location with new fixtures and lighting after redecorating. Leonard Lyon trains to become manager. Baldwin joined after graduating in 1901. family resides in Lawrence. All store managers are part owners through company ownership. Lawrence formal opening to be attended by district adviser Gumble. House for rent listed.
An AP report notes Roosevelt's town house in New York is for rent. The property, freshly coated in cream with bright ultramarine lettering, sits near an arched entry, owned by Mrs Sara Delano Roosevelt.
In Miami Florida on October 25 the American Legion Auxiliary elected Mrs. A. Carlson of Willmar Minnesota as president after the other candidate withdrew. Mrs. Malcolm Douglas Washington was mentioned as a withdrawn nominee. Mrs. Joseph Thompson of Bear Falls was noted as elected vice president amid a unanimous vote. The report references a Southern Gammie and Centralshiv Miller in the context of the meeting.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a conference context with phrases about obtaining a route from the line and action at a Vancouver location. Details are unclear, but the item centers on a conference and a door hold or halt. Further readable specifics are not available in the fragment.
Last evening Plymouth Congregational marked its eightieth anniversary with a dinner attended by 178. A feature was honoring more than fifty pioneers through letters from absent members including Mrs. S D Alford of Kalama Michigan. Notables listed include Mrs Molly Emery Mrs El Na Carter Miss Emma Savage Miss Mabel Haskell and Prof M We Sterling among long-time church members.
An AP report notes protests by the United States to Japan over the Manchurian oil monopoly. The complaints argue the monopoly harms open competition and US business interests, with tensions voiced through consular channels in Hsinking and MeHuku.
Fred P. Sloan Jr. announced net earnings applicable to common stock totaled 20,564,173 dollars, or 48 cents a share, versus 31,047,063 dollars or 49 cents a share a year ago in the same quarter.
A political advertisement promotes county office candidates. It highlights community service, church work, and a quiet friendly demeanor, noting years of active local involvement and contributors support.
Senator Harris of Ottawa cites $246000 in bogus bonds found in the state treasury with $379000 placed during Governor Woodring's term and only $47000 traced to Governor London. He asserts Woodring knew nothing, compares to Landon actions when county physician alerted. Also reports Floyd body sent to Oklahoma and Army officers promoted. Future Farmers of America votes against admitting girls.
AP report notes engineer J Sprague questioned in connection with a classification matter involving Thomas Edison. Details are unclear due to damaged text. Further context may reveal whether the issue concerns patent, employer classification, or a naming dispute.
Topeka and Kansas municipalities consider a larger motor vehicle tax. The league endorses a recommendation aimed at increasing auto taxes to fund municipal needs.
Stockholm in October sees Nobel awards in medicine with prominent figures highlighted for breakthroughs. Prize announcements emphasize advances in treatments and medical research celebrated by institutions and organizations across the field.
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