Certify Campaign Expense Accounts Reported
Chicago report shows Republican national committee spent 3.44 million dollars toward Haying victory by Oct 24 with roughly 400 thousand more estimated, while Democratic receipts to Oct 25 total about 878.8 thousand with New York funds lead and San Francisco minimal. Multiple named officials and contributors are listed, including Warren G. Harding and Calvin Coolidge in GOP totals.
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Chicago
Republican National Committee
Warren G. Haying
Fred W. Upham
Senate Committee
Forday
Upham
House of Representatives
Washington
Senate
Will Hays
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Warren G. Uaning
Calvin Coolidge
Fred W. Uphan
John T. Adams
A. T. Hert
Louisville
Kentucky
Myron T. Herrick
Cleveland
Francs
Charles P. Taft
Cincinnati
Taft
Uphami
New York
Democratic National Committee
Wilbur W. Match
San Francisco
Women's Bureau
Women’s Bureau
Chicaze
Car collides with streetcar at Eighth and Kentucky
A motor car driven by C D Stole, a farmer, was struck by an Indiana street car at the intersection of Eighth and Kentucky streets yesterday noon. Stole tried to turn at the corner and failed to clear the tracks in time, his car pushed aside briefly. No damage reported.
Master Barbers Set New Prices in Chicago
The Central Executive Committee of the Master Barbers Association, representing 2,700 Chicago barbers, voted to raise prices to a dollar for a hair cut and 35 cents for a shave, effective January 1. They cite towel laundering costs and wartime prices as reasons for the increase.
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Chicago
Master Barbers’ Association
Double boards in county 100 in Douglas county elections
The notice lists election arrangements for Douglas county with double boards in most precincts and specifies several named precincts and the officials to serve as judges and clerks. It names Marion, Lecompton, Willow Springs, Pahyra, Vinland, and Kamwaka areas among others and includes several judge and clerk appointees across townships.
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Douglas County
Marion
L. Walker
PD. Hrabaker
Alf Metzker M
Hartmann
A. T. Baldw
J. Simmons
Ray 3Ie
Floyd Gerken
Ib Miller
H.R. Weaton
Precine Dueleres
de ‘Thomeon
Wm. Geeolan
Charles Warne
Johnanning
J. Atte
EF. Lotz
G. W. Pitts
Pelmayra Towip
Maldwin
First Province
W. Fergusen
A.M. Gardner
J. W. Preston
Arthir Teridwell
Theodore Gli J
A. Hitt
Ruth Kilpatrick
Ruth Meltys
Marjory Keahane
Elly PF. Becks
Pahayra Township
Bsaldwin
W. I. Mon
J. H. Tseiffin
Wm. Haladay
J.F
Nickle
Dora Thorn
Patravis
Judecs
Frank van Tries
Sowand
Thoudes
Clerksson
B. Neil
Deine
Jones
Bis
Ani
R. G Laptyd
Stull
August Walter
Kranchles Town
Chin
Kamwaka
H. Hooke
A. Ip
Iwlynes
Balilwin
W. Halderman
J. He i Mitchell
L. H. Petetish L. Deus
F. H. Nelsen
Clorks
W. T. Thorning
W. W. Boyd
Jessie Martin
Lizzie Jensen
Kudora Township
Joan Moody
Harris
Chas, Gabriel
Carl “Altenberniifr Kraus
Sheses Schehrer
Robert Walker Mra
Marv Moody
Daisy Hadt
Tena Ziense
Wanderer murder trial nears end in Chicago
In Chicago on October 28 two hours remained for closing arguments in the Carl Wanderer murder case. Benedict J. Short, counsel for the defendant, had half an hour left to finish his appeal followed by a final plea from Assistant State’s Attorney James S. O’Brien for the death penalty. The jurors face the verdict after Judge Hugh Pam’s instructions.
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Chicago
Carl Wanderer
Ragged Stranger
Benedict J. Short
James S. O'Brien
Wanderer
Hush Pam
Friends Church Nonendorsement Report Prompts Vote Plan
A misleading report circulated claiming Friends Church Kansas supported Cox over the League of Nations. Lawrence members say W L Pearton prepared the report, which was rejected by the Permanent Board and yearly meeting, while peace committee circulation lacked church authorization and misrepresented the church stance on candidates and national issues.
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Ue Friends Church of Kansas
League of Nations
Men Lee
Priewts Yeuris
Yearly Meeting of Friends
Lawrencec
W. L. Pearton
Yearly Meeting
Pearson
Faculty
Friends University
Howl ‘Ing
Peace Committee
Lawrence
Youvely
Friends Front
Permanent Board
Dowt
Hypet Wet
Cox, Canal
Colorado Mile Strike Forces Troops to Colorado Coal Fields
Denver reports that 200 miners under Patrick F. Hamvock were to take charge of northern Colorado coal fields as a strike began at midnight. Governor Shoup ordered troops to Gelden by rifle range and labeled the strike legal while promising to maintain order. About two thousand miners were affected, with officials of the union alerted.
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Denver
Coly
Colorado
Patrick FT. Hamvock
Shoup
Ander Aris
Gelden
State Rifle Range
County-wide school holiday closes Lawrence schools
Lawrence children enjoy a two day holiday as county schools pause while teachers attend a state meeting in Topeka. About 1% of staff are on site and 10% signed to join in Topeka, with the board reimbursing portions of expenses. Fully three fourths of county schools also close today for the meeting.
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Lawrence
Tope
Topeka
Board
of Education
Meadoo Speech No 6 to Be Delivered in Lawrence
Winfield G McAdoo former Wilson cabinet member and wartime railroads manager will deliver a 17 minute rear platform speech tomorrow evening in Lawrence. He is en route to Kansas City for a convention hall appearance as part of his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. The Santa Fe No 6 train will arrive about 5 50 and stop for about fifteen minutes.
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Win
J G. McAdoo
Lawrence
Santa Fe
McAdoo
Kansas City
al ‘Speren
Convention
MeAdow
Wilson
Legion Meeting Plans Armistice Day Celebration
The American Legion will meet tonight at the Region hall to organize upcoming Armistice Day events. Palmer Tive Co. is listed with phone 156 for contact.
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Legion
Eli Dorsey Post
American Legion
Region Hall
Palmer Tive Co
Women Who Marry After Registration Lose Vote in KC
Kansas City Kansas election official rules that women who register to vote and marry afterward lose their registration because changing names makes them cease to exist as voters. The ruling cites Mrs Louise Desvert, who kept her maiden name before marriage, and Miss Witma Sher as examples.
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K. C
Kansas
Louise Desvert
Witma Sher
Other Big Powers Will Join League
The Council of the League of Nations in Brussels adjourned and sent the questions over Poland and the Free City of Danzig to the Geneva assembly next month. British representative A. A. How urged new members would soon enter the League as talks on Poland Lithuania borders continued.
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Urussells
Ger
2 Sociatest
Council
Resrue of Nations
Morniyas
Brussels
Poland
Free City
Assembly of the League
Geneva
Ya Jerome Council
A. A. How
Prices Hold As Kiwanis Talks Echoed By Merchants
Bargaining notes from a Kiwanis club meeting show merchants and business leaders report prices and relief reductions have not yet materialized for most goods. One-minute talks flagged a general expectation of further price holding with scarce downward movement. Three crew members attended the session, and the Red Cross Roll Call was announced to run through Armistice Day week.
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Kiwanis Club
Julius Marks
Harry Lander
Frank Miller
J. R. Holmes
Tor
University reunion highlights at Topeka banquet
The City Kansan reports on a university reunion tonight in Topeka with key figures including alumni and officials, noting discussions on university development and former students receiving updates on campus history and needs. The issue also mentions an ex head messenger delivering Today’s news at the banquet.
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Poe
Ny Lindt
Prod Wit
Alwini
Uiversity
Kansan
Topeka
Exep
Lday
Niet
Topeka denial clears wheat prosecution fear
In Topeka Kansas on October 28 Attorneys General Hopkins and Jackson for the Court of Industrial Relations rejected circulating reports that wheat farmers would face prosecution for holding wheat. They called the claim false and said the industrial court law covers food manufacture, not production, deeming the scare absurd.
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Topeka
Kans
Attorn
Richard
Hopkins
Fret
S. Jackson
Court of Industrial Relations
United Today
Frems
Requiem Mass Over Body of M'Swiney
London clerics conduct a requiem at St Gurtie's cathedral for the late leader of a party accused of murder. The procession drew thousands while the casket bore a wreath and a flag bearing Gaelic inscriptions about the shooting in Brixton Prison amid calls for mercy.
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M’swiney
London
St. Gurtie’s
Gork
Livixtedi
Fort Meyer
Dubbo
Mayer
Ulabe
Ecoitin
Brixton
God
McGraw Indicted Over Velstead Act Charge
Jobo A McGraw manager of the Nate York Giants was indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge of violating the Velstead act.
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New York
Jobo A McGraw
Nate York Giants
Erand
Fragmented Political Meeting Notes at University Event
A garbled OCR fragment describes a party event at an university with references to Miss Abereranbie, demonstrations, and speakers. It mentions a gate area, a hall, and a discussion in a formal setting. The text hints at political activity and a public gathering, with unclear details about participants or outcomes.
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Adis
Abereranbie
Kanene
Heat 1 Canards Shake Local Campaign
A fragmentary report traces claims and counterclaims in a local political contest. Allegations about manipulation and violence surface amid references to a "Non-Partisan" group and Democratic campaigns. The piece notes tensions over war promises and cost of living pledges affecting voter opinion.
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Lemoes Geetens
Gwatate
Fae
Shriners Schedule Big Ceremonial Parade in Lawrence
The all-week reunion of Scottish Rite and Shrine Masons in Lawrence features a 1:30 parade from the Masonic Temple. Visiting women will be entertained with luncheon, drives, and theater outings. A grand parade along Massachusetts Street will close the afternoon, with bands and regalia, followed by Shrine sessions at Haskell and related events downtown.
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Lawrence
Huncheon
Faner
Machusetts Street
South Park
Haskell
Pridden
Trutt
Sten
Daiwrenee
Bal Nor
Bleventis
Maindichruscht
Robinon
Vermont
Jyck
Elise
May use corn as fuel
Omaha reports a plan to burn corn as fuel this winter in northern Nebraska due to high coal prices and a large, low-priced corn crop. New corn prices per ton are cited, with a note on storage and hauling requirements, suggesting corn will substitute for coal as a cheap, lasting heat source.
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Omaha
Neb
Nebraska
Drift Toward Dam After Children Board Boat
A pair of red haired youngsters in oversized clothing loosens a raft drifting toward the dam. They board the craft and ride it downstream, prompting rescue by bystanders. The children are saved and returned to shore amid protests from the youths who had used the boat. The river's current makes the situation precarious as the boat drifts away.
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Stata
Dao
Cniversity
Haines
Difakenpheeker
Burdett
Acunes
Bartiy
Abolish Article Ten Says Hughes
Fragmentary text references Hughes and a claim to abolish Article Ten. The unreadable OCR fragment mentions states and possible constitutional context but provides no clear events, dates, or outcomes. No verifiable people beyond Hughes are identifiable.
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Hughes
Lorimer unfair to Democrats reaction stirs headlines
Fragmentary text alleges unfair partisan actions around the Lorimer case and Gov involvement. Names and places are obscured in the OCR, but the piece hints at a political motive and medical or procedural issues tied to a post election environment.
Purses Total 3650,000 and Race Payouts Mentioned
The fragment references purses totaling 3 650 000 and mentions Cuban tal and bank currency. It notes paddock activity and a race day, with fleeting terms about exchanges and a “Good Roads Amendment.” The readable text hints at financial figures and urban funding themes without clear events or dates.
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Tay
Aid
Prominent Woodland Meeting Details and Funds Report
A woodland meeting itemized receipts and expenses with promises pledged and a prepared balance. The article notes the funders nearest the district court clerk and discusses transportation issues, along with a proposed tax distribution for state county farm aid and a joint campaign for good roads.
Republican Rally in Eudora Draws Large Crowd
A Pleasant Grove school house crowd attended a Republican rally last night with Judge Hugh Means and county candidates speaking. Music by a string quartet accompanied the program as supporters cheered. Craig Kennedy spoke for Good Roads, facing a largely cordial audience. Upcoming meetings are set for Eudora Turley Lone Star and a Saturday night gathering at the courthouse with Col. EG. Little and other candidates reporting from Washington.
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Pleasant Grove
Lund
Hugh Means
Mitchell
Deac
Kane
Dad
Owl
Craig Kennedy
Minda
Ant
Hy Ling
Eudora
Turley
Lone Star
Court Housay
Latreiee
Washington
National Committee
Din Auilvess
EG. Little
Court House
Lawrence Election Hours Clarified for Tuesday Voting
Ambiguity in polling hours in Lawrence cleared this morning. Clerk Frank D. Brooks announced the hours will align with county practice, opening at dawn and closing at six in the evening. Officials have prepared for the election, with machinery and receiving boards ready to count ballots after polls close.
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Lawrence
Frank’ D. Brooks
Tribulations in Army Draft and Local Marriages
Reports from a distant frontier describe army recruiting trials and rapid enlistment with steady shortages at times. In local courts, marriages were approved in Dowty probate proceedings, while a partition suit and cabinet news circulate amid broader political mentions in London and Lithuania.
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Perannel
Waards
Friends Church
Cox
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League
Topeka City
Perrittel Te Ve Chas
Sehdler
Vale Tu
Sarmee Ton
Balfour
Pana
1 Council
Mave
Reval Park
Weich & Weich
Chiropractors
Wmkers
Dean's
Will
Little Tots
TN Prifts
Spy Dents
Lorimer
Bank of Chivas
Bank OF Cannonipations
Maine
Tf Veu
Uncle Sam
Campaigs
Appa
Haskell Dee
Indian Service Irrigation
W. AL. Reed
Rinery i
L Yi
Wakaruso
Peel
Fui Lindley
Lebanon
Kan
Lawreners
Kansu Sit Mabry
Chattanoo
Neste
Charies
Douglas County Court
Clark
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