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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1926
Page
7
Market roundup from Chicago and Kansas City markets shows wheat prices firm on export demand for American wheat amid ongoing shipments. Cattle and lamb reports indicate steady to higher but mixed trade with feeder weights and stocker activity described, and local grain and dairy prices listed alongside government hay grades and regional market quotes.
An irregular trading session saw Rock Island gain over 300 thousand dollars in net, Norfolk & Western up 5 points to 169, and several rail firms including Atchison, Chesapeake & Ohio and General Motors-linked issues trading with modest moves. Merger denials for Montgomery Ward and Sears did little to blunt firm sentiment, while broker loans fell and money-market funds saw steady activity amid a cautious close.
Wichita banker John Richardzon faces a denied new trial as the state supreme court rejects his bid. The 67-year-old man suffered health issues including headaches and fatigue, with his wife urging executive clemency due to illness. The case stems from a long legal battle tied to a life imprisonment sentence and questions of judicial process.
Mary McCall in Stormont hospital sends word Glenn Warren AteCall arrived from there last Saturday night and spent the weekend with Mrs. Gjennis parents Mr and Mrs John Todhunter. Mr and Mrs WE Fulton shopped in Dover Monday morning. Gerald Hellaway and family motored to Dover Monday. Christin Citizenship subject discussed at Gjchn church. County officials praised Mr Hanim for commendable work and special music featured by Curtis Sarah Dinemer and Terischin provided vocal solos and accompaniment.
Community notes from Glenn detail visits by Gilbert Wenry and family from Lawrence, Edna Cole teaching at Glenn, and Jester Rubisin in Leviomptor. Elizabeth Met Yanahan, owner of a Topeka hospital, recovering at her sister’s home in Topeka. Local meetings include midweek gatherings, a public sale planned near Glenn church, and the Glenn Parent Teachers Association activities.
Douglas county report notes a Farmers Union meeting held at Roscoe school house Friday night October 1 with a large attendance. Program included readings by Read and Eileen Breithaupt, music by Liss Edna Smith and Walter Brecheisen, duets by Mr and Mrs Rey Breithaupt, and readings by Arthur Gabriel Yeading Wayne Laughing and Virgil Gabriel. Social items mention Miss Ellen Melville shopping in Lawrence and relatives visiting in Weld, plus a farewell for Mrs Selzer with Nickelson Baker and Ocean Beach relatives. Peaches with whipped cream and cake were served during late evening refreshments.
A guest left after the parting song We plan a safe journey for Grandma to Ocean Beach where she will live with her daughter Minnie Brenner and family. The evening featured many neighbors and friends including Elfredd Kenneturg Lena Cline Nanna Sel zer Mobert Molden George Brecheisen John Brecheisen Henry Deckwy and others. Mrs Deckwa hosted Sunday school class The Busy Bed on Saturday with refreshments and practice for rally day.
Reverend J Te Haflman and family hosted a Sunday wedding in Budora with Miss Lena Ison, daughter of Mr Peter Fijenn, and Albert Viney as the groom. The ceremony occurred October 14 with Rev. Torrence officiating. the bride was described as an esteemed young woman from the community.
Mrs. Annia Kwinski of Wisconsin writes she grew weak and run down but improved after taking six bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs. Mattie Adams of Alabama says a friend recommended the tonic and, since using it, she feels like a different woman. She now finds time for books, church, and family, crediting the product for better health and a fuller life. Thousands claim similar benefits.
Kretsinger and Virginia Ruth with his daughter Mrs Johnny Brecheisen and family were near Ovephtookt on Monday. The fragmentary notice mentions names and a local gathering or travel context without clear event details.
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