Railroads Paying Says the Witness
The witness reports railroads have accumulated a large surplus after expenses and liabilities and do not need rate increases to cover costs. He points to a surplus around 400,000,000 with profits rising over six years as evidence of general prosperity in the industry.
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Bern
Nebraska Railroad
Anon Niles
Vie Chicages
Milwaukee
St. Monk
Moseell
Kent
Puerto
Greesbanedt
Deaths and bank news in a Kansas region obituary item
The notice covers the sale of a Kansas bank, its new ownership and leadership, with details on the bank’s 25 mile reach and local ties. It also notes the deaths of William Wells Willan Wells and George Fox, funeral arrangements, and cemetery services led by Reverend Woods.
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William Wells
Willan Wells
Injured Parnell Reported After Premature Pilling Incident
Fragmented OCR describes A. J. Parnell injured while prem ple for boon AE Prernelt on a site. Accident noted yesterday afternoon with severe injuries and oil drops reported. Standard Oil in New York announces price changes with refined petroleum costs and related adjustments.
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Mr. Loprl
New York
Standard Oil Campana
Promised Police Judge He Would Live Right
The well known troublemakers Tom Delahunty and Etta Lower were arrested after a quarrel at the Lower home. Delahunty, previously charged with striking the girl, says he wants to stay in Lawrence and avoid trouble. Neighbors reported Mia hunting in the house with doors locked, a gunman outside. Delahunty is held on parole violation. both remain unarraigned.
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Tom Delahunty
Etta Lower
Delabunty
Lawrence
Y Ff
Mia
Dele Sainty
Great Campaign Against Liquor Regarded by Officers
London reports a strong anti liquor push as war demands shift to temperance, with Kitchener signaling no alcohol in households or at sea except by prescription. The piece notes prospects of broader prohibitive measures and cites cabinet leaders weighing drastic controls during wartime.
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London
Kitchener Lise Arn Nounce
Havim
Dardanelles
Forthcom
Mie
Ground Purchase Report Signals Funds Secured
A committee report to the association states the 25,000 dollars needed for land purchase will be met by cash in hand initially. The ground owners and copper investors show optimism about timely completion, with a 1200 dollar promissory note mentioned and a planned surplus contribution of 2460 to cover costs.
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Tume
Ead
COMPLETE NEW WELL TURNED OVER TO COMPANY
The new city waterworks well is nearly finished and will be turned over to the company for approval by the end of the week. Five feet of sand and debris remain to be moved to reach the required depth. When completed the supply of water is expected to be uninterrupted. Carl Graeber has been away from his business this week recovering from an attack of influenza and expects to resume duties early next week.
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Carl Graeber Haseen
South Siders WW A BG Meeting Generates Road Talk
A lively gathering of South Siders WW A BG members focused on improving local roads. Attendees voiced enthusiasm for better roads beyond improvements to existing ones, signaling broad support for transportation upgrades in the community.
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South Siders
South Lawrence
Plolloway & Jones Vil
April Fools Abroad Merchants Display Gala Easter Attire
Local merchants in Lawrence dressed in gala Easter attire and advertised festive window displays. City officials discussed improving roads and water issues, with plans for a South Lawrence boulevard linked to campus access.
Weather Note From Kansas Report
A Kansas weather note notes a general temperature change with possible shifts in the day and night. It mentions yesterday, today and potential impacts on daily conditions for the region and nearby areas.
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Peni
Yestardie i. Ag
Ivy
Painters On Strike In St Joseph Over Wages
Three hundred union painters struck in St Joseph Missouri on April 1 demanding a 4 cent per hour wage increase from 34 cents. The action signals a pivotal dispute likely to influence opinion and resolution.
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St. Joseph. Ma
Arrest Another Spy Woman Associated With Ulmo
Paris reports Marie Louise Welseh, linked to Ulmo, arrested on charges connected to attempted sale of naval secrets to Germany. An earlier case of X was sentenced to life for selling pins to a foreign power. The man referred to as a naval agent faced fortress imprisonment after a partial confession and plea for clemency, citing influence by an unnamed conspirator.
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Ulmo
Paris
Marie Louise Welseh
Easion
Uihno
Casigen
Repair Retaining Wall On Bridge Approach
City engineer Shinimaie works on repairing a failing retaining wall on the bridge approach. Plans call for driving new piles near the old ones to reinforce the wall due to excessive weight and worsening condition, with immediate attention needed to support the structure and surrounding fill.
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Shinimaie
Adjournment of February Term Court Proceedings
The February term of district court adjourned yesterday by Sheriff Cummings after completing cases including a foreclosure sale where redemption period was reduced. In the case of Jose Malaney and Adio Cameron, proceedings continued through several terms and a judgment was rendered.
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Istriet Court
Cummings
Mayne
Philips
Ealis
Tose Malaney
Cameron
Pushmobile Rights of Traffic Debate Sparks Brooklyn Verdict
A Supreme Court ruling upholds pushmobile rights in traffic disputes. The Brooklyn case involved Lea Harr and others seeking roadway access. The article notes a related collision and recounts local events including a lecture by Prof. F. G. Dockeray and discussions on public meetings and recreation at a lodge.
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New York
Supreme Court
Henedien
Brooklyn
Benedicy
Lea Harr
Weaeon Whale
Easter Vacation Causes School Closure and Disruptions
The university cancelled classes for an Easter break and announced the term would end early with no resumption. A large number of students were absent all day, and disturbances were reported. Harvey Pena faced a disturbance of the peace charge, with Deputy Sheriff Selmeck detailing the incident. Pena appeared before a Justice, with trial scheduled for Monday afternoon. He is out on bond set at four thousand dollars.
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Harvey Pena
Sher Selmeck
Durin Chirk
John Re-arrested After Street Gang Involved in Prohibition Law Case
John was recaptured by law enforcement after a chase with the street gang led by Trone. He faces a charge of violating the prohibitors law, with prior arrest for gambling and a warrant issued the same day.
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Sn Jacisote
Trone
Lawrence Tday
Johnson
Supply boat thought to aid German subs with fuel
A Dutch cargo vessel the Lodewijk Vane Nassau was brought into New Haven by two British torpedo boats amid suspicions of supplying fuel to German submarines. The crew appears German, and the ship’s name is painted on both sides. The vessel resisted hailing as it was boarded.
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Think
London
Exchange Telegraph Company
New Haven
Sussex
Lodewijk Vanenassau
New Daren
Month of March Record Breaker in Snow and Clouds
March set a winter record with 15 inches of snowfall and the largest single snow event on the fifth, while temperatures varied with a tenth month average 10 degrees below normal. The sun appeared only once in the period, leaving residents weary of cloudy days and forecasting warmer weather to come.
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Las Hein
Good Friday Services Planned at Hovelock Church
Davad Frieda vhew ad the Gatherer Chae Friday afternoon at Hovelock. The pastor will preach the sermon and music will accompany the service. An evening service will baptize several persons. Public attendance is welcomed.
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Hovelock
German Submarine Sinks French Ship and Aerial Attacks Reported
The Enna, a French steamer, was torpedoed off Beachy Head with nineteen crew drowned and two saved. A British admiralty statement reports successful air attacks on German submarines under construction at Hoboken near Antwerp and at Zeele, with Sub-Lieutenant Georges Mirene and Flight Lieutenant John Z. Wilson cited for attacks. both missions reportedly returned safely.
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Lowlon
Enna
Bordeaux
Beachy Head
Iat
Sabinaving
Hoboken
Zeeler Belguum
Sur Vesefilly
Wiver
Ebphace
Georges. Mirene
Mysterious Facts On Turkish Suez Retreat Artillery Quality
Report from Agra notes Turkish expedition reports describe shells with no powder found on dead soldiers, possibly due to corrupt contractors. Despite this, artillery was of excellent quality and removed safely as they retreated seven miles from the British front near the canal. Observers describe a smooth, worn path created by deliberate retreat movements.
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Agra
Suez
Diosh
Diane Snide
Tereward
Exhibits Show Royal Library Berlin Leaders and War Figures
Royal Library Berlin hosts a photo exhibit titled Photographs of the People in Present War revealing leaders like von Hindenburg and signatures from Kaiser, Crown Prince, and von Ludendorff along with other military and industrial figures. The display includes autographs on telegraph instruments, airships, automobiles, and Krupp representatives. Hawks Again Victorious Over Haskell Juniors in a fast 26 to 2 game at the Haskell gym. Gillminwater officiated. Elon Stewart from Valley visits Lawrence. Stewart family formerly resided there.
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Royal. Library
Berling
Berlin
Royal Library
Viel
Marshal von Hindenburg
Aythin
Hinden
Ayod
von Klack
Con .Ludendorff
von Morgen
von Munckensen
Havenstein
Breitenbach
von Schjernine
Farseval
Count Zeppelin
Krupp
Hawks
Haskell
Gillmnwater
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Heo Seashe
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Lela
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Pittsboro
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Windeay
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Ian Dais
Straehlen
Teriksen
Collie
Ole Helaigine
Warren Wood
F. G. Dockeray
AL Grieber
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Peary Gerhaint
Cie Lampers Lodge
Takeviey
Univ
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Asial
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Sir Ward
Trinity Episcopal
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Strahan
Lith Street
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