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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1933
Page
4
The text cites a major bond forgery scandal in Althe Kansas and notes Missouri aims to cover October payroll with about $15,000 cash on hand while banks in Jefferson City arranged a one million dollar loan to extend the legislature's budget margin amid the crisis.
States seek to avoid costly special elections by repealing prohibition plans ahead of time. In Kansas leaders discuss skipping a $150,000 vote, while Montana may save $100,000 for feeding the needy. Roosevelt’s plan to prune fifty army posts sparks local debates as “army towns” defend their posts amidst nationwide post closures. Wheat yields in Kansas may still rise with rain despite reduced acreage. Americans in Cuba remain watchful as no significant events occur.
The Leavenworth Times editorial argues the governor should push a constitutional amendment to limit elective state officers to a governor, lieutenant governor, and auditor. It supports appointing other officers, warns against excessive elective offices, and urges voters to judge appointees by performance, aiming to curb scandals.
In the chapel at 2 o clock the entire student body and many parents witnessed the dedication of four tablets at Memorial High School. Theodore Gardner represented G A R and patriots in Lawrence presenting Lincoln's Gettysburg Address tablet. Madge Bullene presented the Betty Washington chapter D A R tablet. George Foster unveiled the two side tablets funded by alumni. Irvin g Hill presented the building to the students, with William Pine introduced as building committee chair and F H Olney speaking for the faculty. Chaplain Evan S Edwards gave the dedication prayer. Several students and attendees prepared for future schooling away from Lawrence.
A fragment from 1828 notes a character Ma sighing at divorce and urging understanding of her opposition, signaling emotional struggle tied to marriage norms. The line reflects themes of marital strain and social expectations in early 19th century contexts.
Twenty five years ago notes and updates on residents include Mrs. C Cooke and daughter returning from Ft Scott, Ruth Patterson and Hasna Mitchell at a Williamstown weekend party, Arlene Rowland and Vera Atkinson inviting guests for next Saturday, Ruth Rudolph hosting friends on Kentucky Street with Miss L Marie Hubbell to lead church choir, Edyth Willis and others at a summer card party, Winifred Fisher winning a spoon at whist, and Philip Olmstead injured by a pitchfork near a West Warren barn with treatment by Dr. Simmons. Also mentions Maude Reatz heading to Topeka, Eva Emmet teaching in Pratt, Louise Slaughter arriving from Kansas City, and E. E. Alexander planning a Colorado Springs visit.
Forty years ago the report notes several Lawrence residents traveling to or from major events. Miss Lillian Whitney visits Leavenworth while Charley and George Shimmers head to Arkansas City for the Cherokee strip opening. Mr and Mrs Harry L Raymond plan a two week trip to the world’s fair. R G Jamison returns from a ten day world’s fair stay. Ex Senator H B Kelly leaves for the Cherokee strip with aims to establish a law office there. Mrs C G W Babcock, Mrs Elmer Pierson and two children plus Miss Frances Babcock have returned from nine weeks in Chicago and eastern cities. Misses Flo Anderson and Maud Martin of Eudora come back from Chicago. Anderson stays in Lawrence this winter. Will Holloway and Fred Clarke went to Ottawa for county fair bicycle races. Clarke wins second in novices. A Kansas building world’s fair program honors Lawrence city birthday. Senators Peffer and Martin, Judge S O Thacher and Mrs Lease are set to speak.
J. J. Stewart, president of Fort Scott’s police commissioners, withdraws from the Methodist church and retracts a resignation he had sent after the church demanded he quit either the church or the police board.
William McKinley former president of the United States was fatally shot at the Temple of Music during a reception at the Pan American Exposition in Buffalo on September 6 1901 and died days later on September 14 1901. The event marked the assassination of a U S leader during his second term and stirred national mourning.
A collection of short notes from New York and other locales detailing a champagne bottle mishap on a plane at Roosevelt field, a city council anti smoke stance in New London Wisconsin, a juror debating the length of recess in a damage case, and a NRA salute observed at a Graver A. Whalen parade. The piece concludes with a notice that the VFW and auxiliary will meet Friday night at the courthouse nest rooms.
Colin Hewitt alias Clarkie Lunn navigates Spinelli's New York nightclub while a counterfeiting plot swirls around the Mask and Dollaire. He eyes Dollaire for clues to the Mask, weighs warning versus pursuit, and contends with a dangerous web of loyalties as Germaine Tremblay enters his life. Tomorrow, Colin faces a perilous reckoning with a former acquaintance.
Rip recounts a daring escape from a pound to the Pud dle Muddle homestead on Willy Nilly s porch. Rin narrates how dogs aided his break from the high grating and the round of circumstances that followed, ending with a dramatic leap over the crate as the tale builds.
The period after a new baby arrives tests both parent and child. Older children feel dethroned and may develop behavior issues such as bed wetting or temper outbursts. Even without a new baby, the eight year old asserts independence, resisting meals and bedtime routines.
Arkansas City AP report notes Police Chief Clint Robinson used a sub machine gun to demonstrate at hobo land drawing a crowd and two dogs remain on third day. Mrs McCarthy cites projects at Cawker City Lebanon Scott City Atwood and others showing favorable outlook for state projects. At Fort Hays State College fall enrollment shows 385 men of 662 signups reversing the usual female majority.
North Lawrence residents attend the Topeka State Fair with Mrs Dicker hosting relatives. A September 12 birthday party for Mrs H K Lury features a Centenary Methodist class gathering with readings, gifts, a poem dedication, and cake. Wallace W C T U met with Rev Heathersington delivering a Government address. installation for new president Mrs Papplewell followed old business.
Nine new members were reported and Wallace union will continue work amid rising attendance. A 25th wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rogers drew many relatives and friends to 189 Perry Street with gifts and refreshments. Guests included Susie and Worthy Rogers, Roberta Finley, and numerous area residents from Lecompton to Manhattan. Events also feature visits from Jean Meyers, C E Lord family, and civic association gathering at Woodlawn school.
A woman describes rapid weight loss from 163 to 143 pounds after using Kruschen Salts. She notes reduced rheumatic knee pain and improved energy. The ad claims internal salts aid organs and fat reduction gradually, with a four week jar for five cents at drug stores.
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