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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1932
Page
4
The piece reviews Maine election shifts boosting Democrats and challenging Republicans, notes wets vs dries outcomes and local issues, and comments on Texas and national political momentum. It also covers Hurley at the Legion convention backing administration views, plus Governor Woodring urging economy via tax reform and budget questions.
The piece argues that office holders keep tax sums as minimums for public business, while many see part of the tax dollar as wasted. It notes Kansas former governor Clyde Reed showing indifference to election outcomes, and compares university attendance projections at Missouri and Kansas, indicating a 10 percent drop at Missouri.
University students Walter L Morrison and Harol Herrington led a group of thirty seven on a European study trip to assess college student conditions. The returnees found clear need for aid and better support for foreign students. Women Have Big Fair Exhibit at the fair a notable feature with Mrs J Gordon Gibb overseeing the department. Mrs J H Mitchell will provide information. A nightly dance will be held under Mrs Roger Williams chaperonage. Sunday School exhibits directed by Mrs Stover. A Camp Fire Girls exhibit is planned. Katherine Jackman has moved to Kansas City to work for Fidelity Trust Co. Tonight at Varsity and Bowersock Theaters Wallace Reid and Bebe Daniels in Nice People Corrine Griffith and Kenneth Harlan in Received Payment. Blanche Weed recovering after appendectomy at Memorial Hospital.
Twenty five years ago this week the annual reunion of Civil War veterans from 1856 and earlier is set for Learnard's grove south of town. About 100 county residents are expected to attend the open air picnic with Kansas Historical Society secretary George W. Martin of Topeka as featured speaker and former editor Robert G. Elliott also speaking.
The Lusitania passed Sandy Hook at 9 15 AM and docked at 11 AM after an unofficial Atlantic crossing time of 3 days 2 hours 6 minutes, beating the Lucania record by four hours. Elsa Barteldes brings a Teddy Bear with eyeglasses on a chain. Mother Goose Musicale staged by Baptist church with Miss Bessie Raymond and Claude Gee directing. About forty chorus voices. Miss Agnes Uhrlaub at the piano.
Miss Belle Chapman arrives from White Cloud to attend the University. A. Lawson and daughter depart for Chicago and eastern cities. Dr. Wm. Evatt travels to Washington DC for visits. The Sixth Kansas Cavalry comrades hold an eighth annual reunion in Lawrence with bunting, flags, and speeches by G A R leaders. University law school opens with strong enrollment and Friday address by Hon. John H. Atwood. Cora and Nora Martin entertained at sister’s Connecticut street home. Senior class enjoyed a reception at Miss Maggie Rush’s home on Dread Ave. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Chris Frenger a 13 pound boy. J J Kunkel and A Urbansky arrange sewer connections on Massachusetts street.
A medical discussion weighs the health risks of high heels and rear foot elevation. An experiment on weight distribution suggests ordinary heels distribute weight evenly, while extreme heights are harmful. The piece notes fashion guidance and hints at upcoming topics on immunizing infants.
1893 George W. Glick former governor is nominated for United States pension agent at Topeka by President Cleveland. 1894 Initiative and referendum branch of the Populist party nominates Cyrus Corning of Topeka for governor. Lieut John W Wofford member of the U S Army riding team was the only South Carolinian to participate in the Los Angeles Olympics. his home is Laurens.
Donald Bateman is stabbed before police. Dr Marford witnesses. Michael Quigley connects the murder to a criminal known as White Face. Thomas Furse and Louis Landor emerge in Australia and England as suspects. Landor is accused by detectives Bray and Elk with Mrs Landor aiding. Evidence includes a knife, a missing second knife, and a belt. a watch thumbprint and a ruby ring tie to Lorna Weston and Bateman’s aliases. Landor admits being blackmailed. Mason questions him as the case tightens toward Thomas Furse alias Louis Landor and possible ties to Lorna Weston.
Willy Nilly agrees to paint a doll house as Flotilla Botilla plans her party. She promises help but shows selfish pride while Willy finishes the bright work. The doll house gains a fresh look though Flotilla’s memory of her promise wavers.
A colonial summary notes that the Articles were drafted by a committee of the Second Continental Congress on June 11, 1776 to unify colonial actions during the Revolution. Maryland delayed signing until March 1, 1781, and the plan created a single Congress and required unanimous consent to amendments, proving inadequate for a full national government.
Topeka report notes Lester McCollum of Kincaid wins Kansas Free Fair horseshoe title with 36 fingers 13 doubles 50 shoes. Frank Phillips Topeka places second Alvin Gandy Manhattan third M G Sites Maize fourth. In Wellington a man 55 died after a car collision yesterday. W C Clift thrown from vehicle and run over.
In Junction City on September 14 Geary county entries secured both state vigilante rifle and pistol championships. Rifle team posted 758 points, four more than Shawnee and six more than Doniphan. Pistol team scored 1,027, beating Reno by 10. Ottawa was third with 979. Separately at the Kansas Oklahoma encampment, Manhattan Camp 1011 won the 16 man drill, Edna Kansas runner up, Tulsa third. In the forester contest Onaga took first, Tulsa second. Beattie Kansas won the 8 man event with Westmoreland second, Muskogee Oklahoma third, Enid Oklahoma fourth. Kansas State College registration reached 2,300, 470 fewer than last year. the 70th college year opens at noon.
AP report records quirky cross Atlantic notes on language shifts with Lloyd James predicting future British and American English fusion. Vivian Graham, Chicago mayor Daley’s granddaughter, seeks good American ice cream soda. Roosevelt autograph-seekers sign promissory notes. London reports on new ocean liner gamblers turning to tourist excursions. Columbus Ohio umpire A W Ohlemacher is deaf and dumb. Lawrence Business College to start night classes October 4. Auto door glass and windshield ad from 308 W 6th.
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