County Fair races to start at Douglas County grounds
The opening race events of the county fair will run tomorrow between 1 and 2 o'clock with the 2:22 trot 2:17 pace and free for all pace. Season tickets at the gate 50 cents, single 25 cents, under 12 admitted free. Track fees 25 cents, grand stand 25 cents, and ground entry 25 cents. Joe Bleakley predicts keen racing and fast track barring more rain. Entries list many horse names and owners from Clay Center and nearby towns.
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Douglas County Fair
Joe Bleakley
Lawrence notes and local updates from the county fair
The Douglas county district court will convene tomorrow for a decision in the Security Benefit case. Mrs. R. G. Buck of Ottawa recovers well after appendectomy, formerly Miss Clair Eberhart of this city. F. B. Lackey reports a cherry tree in full bloom at 433 Michigan street. Weather brings good drying air after yesterday’s rain aiding Woodlawn Park fair preparations. Street lights show a night on night off pattern. Racing at Woodland Park slated for tomorrow afternoon. County engineer F E E Trueblood secured household goods from Leavenworth before the weekend rains. Kaw river level now falling after Sunday night and Monday rain. Country club adds a new entrance and awaits fort to fort paving completion.
Professor Elwin Smith Resigns From University
Chancellor E H Lindley announced the resignation of Elwin Smith an instructor in voice at the University school of fine arts. Smith came here last year. The Banks of Lawrence will close at noon on Wednesday and Friday to attend the Douglas County Fair Lawrence Clearing House
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University School of Fine Arts
Smith
Lawrence
Douglas County
Jobless Auction Attempt by Ledoux Blocked by Police
Urbain Ledoux sought to auction the services of unemployed New Yorkers in a mass gathering, but police reserves halted the plan. He later announced a community center for the jobless with barber, cobbler, and clothing repair services and an employment bureau. Despite clashes, hundreds gathered at Bryan Park and marched toward Central Park.
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Unemployment Conference Set With Noted Attendees
Washington announces thirty five men and three women accepting President Harding's invitation to a national unemployment conference starting Monday. Secretaries Hoover and Davis join Julius Barnes Samuel Gompers Charles Schwab and John L. Lewis. the three women are Ida Tarbell Mary Van Kreeck and Elizabeth Christman. Hoover to chair with committees to craft plans for presentation to the full conference.
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Officials threaten Texans with Klan support charge
Local law enforcement officials in Bryan Texas received mailed threats signed The Bunch carrying skulls and crossbones. The messages accuse the officers of supporting the Ku Klux Klan and have been referred to the Brazos county grand jury for action.
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Mystery Copy of Oread Magazine Found in Colorado Cabin
A copy of the University publication Oread Magazine was found on the floor of a deserted log cabin north of Estes Park, Colorado, puzzling two Lawrence families including Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Ober. The strange discovery raises questions about how the magazine ended up in the secluded cabin.
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Oread Magazine
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H. B. Ober
Hunter family uncovers 1921 issue in mountain cabin
Professor and Mrs S J Hunter and daughter Geneva found a 1921 issue after a day climb. cabin was undisturbed except for the Dread Magazine on the floor. A separate suit filed in Douglas county district court by Edward Moss against Mrs Maude Miles alleges undue influence by Elizabeth Moss over property disposal and seeks a restraining order on a deed issuance.
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Faultless No 40 Water Bottle Guarantee Offer
City Drug advertises a Faultless No 40 water bottle with a two year guarantee priced at 2.25 dollars. The notice highlights value and warranty to attract customers.
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Stock Judging Contest at Douglas County Fair
Douglas county farm bureau hosts a Thursday afternoon stock judging contest at Woodland Park as part of the fair. Corn club members will judge livestock instead of corn and grain, and the winner earns a trip to the Farm and Home Week at Kansas State Agricultural College.
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Teutonic Liner Sold for Breakup in Rotterdam
London reports the Teutonic, once the White Star line flagship on Atlantic routes for over three decades, has been sold to a Dutch firm and is heading to Rotterdam for scrapping. Washington notes the death of Carl R. Tabo, an American employee of Mexican Petroleum, shot by Mexican soldiers near Tampico on Sunday night, per the American Consul.
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Doric Temple Ruins Found at Sicyon in Athens
The foundations of a large Doric temple have been uncovered at Sicyon Athens. Scholars believe the ruined structure dates to the Rome epoch and may be the temple of Artemis.
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