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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1927

Page

10

Church report shows growth in denominations amid losses

A census bulletin details Bers in Christ and seven churches in 1916 with 498 members, rising to 436 across eight churches by 1926. Expenditures reach 10,084 and property value is 34,000. In the United States the denomination increased churches and membership, totaling 81 churches and 26, as 1916 figures compare 72 churches and 66 members. Total 1926 expenditures near 389,000, property value 28,560 from 72 churches. Urban and rural splits show 1,036 urban members and 3,254 rural. Relics record 69 churches, 694 officers and teachers, 4,631 scholars in 1926 versus 617 officers and teachers and 4,631 scholars in 1916.

Census Bureau Federal Department of Ie Marey

Lecompton Community Hallo Ween Party Weekend View

Local residents attend a Halloween party at Lecompton High School with masked attendees charged admission. Gingerbread and pone bread contributed by women and girls. Social notes mention visitors from Kansas City and recent church and Red Cross activities with various locals listed.

Will’ Morris Donald Evserett Hiddleston Denny Kansas City Will Hill Hallowe'en Autium Giarke A. Davidson Davidts Glenn “Mabill Ahd United Brethren’ Church John Taylor Leconpton Tonganoxie Altho Clifford Holly Topeka Lecompton A. A. Langston Roll Call of the Red] Cross Douglas County Tvorkers Each &Ehool Harry Gordon Methodist Church Leecompton Gordon C.H. Maust Mary Maxine Bar Alfred Mikesell H .A. Davidna Eens Asewell Inday S Rand Mies Mikelell Whele Aaron Custer Dayon Alfred McMurtry Lyland

London street Budge Row named after obsolete word

AP reports Budge Row in central London derives its name from an old word for the fur used in noble gowns and state robes. The term fell out of use centuries ago as dress codes and titles evolved, with references by Milton and historical accounts noting royal and Aldermanic attire.

Budge Street London Judy Milton

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