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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1927
Page
4
Journal World reports on Major Thompson's updated plan for para singing at the Chicago public library and a library board member seeking broader scrutiny of books. It also discusses Rutania's royal politics with Prince Carol and the impact of government changes, plus a Kansas case where a Delaware lender charged 240 percent yearly interest.
A fragmentary column notes that Congress is likely solid against any dictator taking charge in Turkey after Kemal’s extended speech. It contrasts U S and Turkish political practices, mentions optimistic Mexican ambassador talk, and notes Ohio State alumni demanding a stronger football program amid national calls for reform.
The piece notes the enduring sport dynamic in Chicago, where teams compete and losses occur, while reflecting on the alumni and farm issues. It mentions a nickname driven angle and hints at a controversial plan associated with Mayor Thompson's circle involving the city library.
Fifty six years ago report lists Wy. S. Wells focusing on driving park training stables. Dr. F. D. Morse buys the Wherry place on Kodé Island Street and plans to use it. Wood Neff, a Kansas Pacific brakeman, falls between cars and breaks a leg, confined at Clifton House. George Schweitzer returns from Chicago with sister and family. brother moves to New York seeking new business. Carload donations for relief reach residents. further contributions urged as cold weather approaches. Charles Ferris, formerly of this city, now in San Francisco, arrives. Farewells to T. S. Van Veghten, foreman, leaving for east. Pleasant Hill Railroad near De Soto nears completion. minor delays for bridges anticipated. Editorial Association concludes its session with an excursion to Humbert, Fort Gibson, Fort Scott and possibly St. Louis. about seventy five editors/publishers attended. meetings productive for the fraternity.
Twenty five years ago J B Wilson planned an evening rally at Pleasant Valley to address Republicans. University orator Wilson gains prominence as a speaker. F M McHales son contracts scarlet fever. quarantine placed and Rev McHale withdraws. Mrs Frank Fage hosts a surprise party for her husband’s birthday with cards. J P Miller joins Walkeen Levis Millinery Co as partner with $50 000 capital. Miller to tour as needed. Firm to relocate Dec 1 to Lieb stadter Millinery building. Mrs Chas P Gravencreft plans NYC study trip with Powers. Weatherby buys Simmons property on Mississippi Street to modernize for his family.
Ten years ago reports detail French advances near Laon with substantial German setbacks. Tanks aided the attack as observers note large gains and reorganized Red Cross plans under division headquarters. Local Red Cross chapters meet daily at Watkin’s Bank basement with Miss Margaret Perkins directing operations and chairmen named. Balloting and social notes mention Barteldes winning the city golf title at Lawrence Country Club with a decisive 36 hole match. Informal dances planned by Robert Sterling and a Hallowe’en party hosted by Mrs. George Kirchhoff at Seminole Club.
A Southwestern Gas Association convention in Houston will address wasteful drilling and transport costs. Experts from Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Kansas plan to define major issues and seek solutions, while industry leaders push for immediate action to curb gas losses and improve efficiency.
Walter George Falconer president of the Phoenix Indemnity Company of New York died in New York on October 14. He had visited Lawrence and was known to many residents there. St.ationery Barbers' Drug Store. Adv
Local Baldwin community notes include Sara McConnell visiting family in Oskaloosa and attending Methodist services led by Dr. McFadden. Reports cover weddings, church functions, university visits, player performances by the Devereux group, and upcoming society meetings as residents share news from Lawrence to Topeka.
Mrs. Addie Acker of Pawhuska Oklahoma visits her brother Henry Pellman. Families including the Wiley and Graham households attend a wiener roast at V. A. Dehoff's home. Olive Verhof returns from Kansas City. Several residents visit Lawrence and Tonganoxie for calls, picnics, and sports events. The Aid Society meets at Sam Gilliland's with eighteen present and plans for a Thanksgiving dinner. A "Where she went" and "Leaves" were among original names aired for games and gifts.
Wednesday afternoon gatherings at Hore Ey Valley feature Dr. Cox on children's dental care with X rays, Prof. Williamson and Dehoff children providing music. Officers elected include Clifford Dehoff as president and Mrs. Glen Davidson as vice-president. Numerous visits, travels, and small town happenings follow, including illnesses, weddings and upcoming events in the community.
Big Springs hosts a pie supper and music program on Thursday October 27 at 8 15 p m with Miss Mabel Rath Day and local youth, proceeds for school equipment. The Big Springs Farm Bureau sponsors a health lecture by L G Vogel of the University of Kansas on Friday October 28 demonstrating a water and grease free cooking method for parents of growing children. A health lecture only no aluminum demonstration. Local families attend and a monetary incentive for married couples attending. Several local residents hosted relatives and a picnic on the Wakarusa with Shirk family and others from Kansas City Glen Lecompton and Onaga. The school reports no absences or tardies for Ferne Wymer Walter Duncan Ralph Plateman Helta…
No Fear Now of Offense From Cascara, praising cascaret candies as a clean laxative. Claims cascarets purify the system, improve skin odor, and remove toxins without mucous-membrane damage. Urges readers to try cascaret tonight and note fresh skin and fragrance. available at druggists 10c and 25c.
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