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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1926
Page
1
A fragmented report describes payments, testimonies, and possible improprieties in relation to a Champagne Dinner event. References to Miller, United Buckner, and others indicate claims of misdirected or improper payments and talk of initiation or instruction procedures. The text mentions a mass meeting, onlookers, and anticipated attendance, with no clear resolution or verdict.
The forecast calls for tonight and Friday showers and possible thunder storms with a slight rise in temperature before a cooler spell. Nearby areas report unsettled conditions with variable skies and potential late-day changes. Local radio segments mention Atwater Kent and Hanna brands in weather chatter.
Premier Mussolini hosts British Foreign Secretary Sir Austen Chamberlain aboard the yacht Dolphin in Leghorn harbor for a secretive talks session. Both leaders, traveling incognito, discuss international issues and the evolving liaison between Italy and Great Britain, with a private luncheon and formal exchanges observed by aides.
W J Morgan chair of the regents told Kiwanis at Wiedemann's luncheon that the state devotes 53 percent of its taxes to higher education, arguing no better use exists. He praised University teamwork and said regents plan for growth to ensure enduring strength. Special guests included Wilk Gleed Scott Lindley Rankin and others.
Ironwood Michigan reports five and a half days underground after a cave in at the Pabst Mine. Forty miners emerged to daylight as rescue efforts continued and physical exams began. One man attempted suicide with dynamite but was stopped by fellow prisoners. Hospital staff noted no major mental illness, only fatigue and weakness among the released workers.
A jury panel of 36 jurymen was drawn for the November court session in Lawrence. Names and addresses of jurors include James M Moore of 119 Massachusetts street and H B Bullene at 710 Massachusetts street among others. The panel will convene at 9 o’clock for criminal and duty cases the first week, with naturalization hearings possible.
In Topeka the supreme court action looms as four feminine litigants push ouster petitions against city officials led by Mayor in a Kansas municipality. Officials resignations followed alleged law violations in city administration and bids on contracts exceeding limits without competitive bidding. The attorney general and city officials face suits and possible ouster as debates and political maneuvers unfold.
Fredsorth secretary of the university alumni association announced revisions for the annual K A reuni ons linked to the state teachers meetings. The events will occur November 6 in Topeka Chanute Hutchinson and Hays with Bate Hurd chairing in Topeka and Martindale, a 1910 AB and 1912 law graduate, leading the committee in Hutchinson. Harold Miller, AB 1917, leads in Chanute and Hays will be chaired by Arthur Hemphill, class of 1923, in charge at Hays.
Report from Botgkong dated September 39 indicates 440 fishing junk and about 2000 persons abroad including Swormen and children feared to be in waters around the Por colony. Matches in Moa.
Lawrence First Baptist invites members to the annual meeting in September hosted by Topeka venue Baptist church. Rev Victor Hadier and Rev G M Shawall are listed as speakers with Miss Milly S of Lawrence presiding. Several church members attended yesterday and last evening as the program progressed under church direction.
A new public address announcer system was installed at the stadium field, enhancing voice reach over crowd noise. University athletic staff led by Coach John Bunn allocated about $6,000 for equipment, doubling as the system aims to improve game-day clarity and event flow for spectators.
W C Simons announces his appointment to direct a national roll call campaign starting Armistice Day November 11 and running through November 22. The event aims to enroll every citizen and encourage Red Cross service, with 28 others to be named to committees as appointments are finalized.
Harry Gregg was elected commander of the Eli American Legion post last evening. Perrel Dorsey was named vice commander with T. Randle and others following. Bassock was selected adjutant and the past commander was named to the executive committee.
A newspaper merger forms the Independence Daily Reporter from five papers including Independence Daily Free Press and Independence Traveler. Key figures Oscar Staudt, Charles Spencer, D Clyde Knox jointly run the new operation with Knox continuing as editor and owner. Independence Kan September.
Lawrence Baldwin high school teams battled closely as Cordle and Levanee led a scoreless finish in the final. The report notes this as the first tie of the season for Levanee and mentions Gig Leokabaugil as head kitsman with a brief note on the September issue of Creditate Magazine from Fred Ellsworth’s office.
A city show event will proceed tonight with traffic barred from Sixth to Eleventh Street starting at 6 o clock. Officials say the sun breaking through may aid the turnout and ensure crowd control.
The Kansas University registrar and associate professor retires after nearly 40 years of service. He held posts as registrar, associate professor, and department chair, with a campus footprint across multiple buildings and years of teaching. He plans to devote time to his ongoing university work and Bible study with university women.
Editors and business managers from Kansas high schools will gather October 15 and 16 at the University of Kansas for the eighth annual conference conducted by the journalism department. Faculty will lead conferences and round tables, with Dean H. H. Herbert of the University of Oklahoma as a speaker. More than 200 delegates from 65 Kansas high schools attended last year.
James Willis reports a tribute event honoring Professor Carruth at Lawrence High School. Alumni from New York City and Lawrence High gathered as Carruth’s former German studies and teaching career were recalled. Speech by Creed of St Louis, remarks from Carruth’s colleagues and a late rally after the program.
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