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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1913

Page

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National Lobbyists Must Register Under New Bill

Washington April 14 A Senate measure modeled after state laws would require any person or agent lobbying Congress to file time and earnings with the Senate Secretary and House Clerk. The bill aims to disclose interests behind advocacy on legislation, amid a slow push by lawmakers and party caucus debates on grain price and wheat free list.

Washington A. Dilline Congress Kenyon Himsel Senate

Miss Neiswanger Promotes Tuberculosis Prevention Work

Miss Neiswanger, field secretary of the Kansas Association for Tuberculosis Prevention, visits to explain efforts to curb TB in Kansas. She notes ongoing cases and the need for local engagement, emphasizing improved health through coordinated state work.

Miss Neiswanger Kansas Association For the Vaneen

Duncan Returns to East with Unannounced Fellowships

Professor Duncan did not announce new industrial fellowships secured for the university. He will return before the close of school, when a definite appointment and to whom the fellowships will be given will be announced. Thomas Lloyd Hamberstone, secretary of the University of London, toured the labs and left for home, praising the work and hoping similar research programs could be established at London University.

Dr. Humberstone Robert Ed. Muncan Millsburgh Leniversity Eufessor Duncan Elose' O Thomas ‘Lloyd Hamberstone Ute University of Lenedon Donen Hinself University of London

Titanic Memorial House Dedicated On Anniversary

At the Atlantic Coast, a Titanic memorial house was dedicated by ten prominent figures from business and shipping circles. The event honored the men and women who perished. The house will remain twelve miles offshore and a time ball will rise at noon for mariners.

Atlantic

Registration closes this Thursday for special city election

Registration ends ten days before the April 23 vote on adopting a commission form of government. Only a few days remain to register. poll books close ten days prior, and unregistered residents cannot vote in the election.

Shieh

Lawrence High School Plan to Vote on Two Mill Tax

Lawrence city officials plan a special election after state law publication to fund a new high school by a two mill tax. Engineers from Woorley Black to appraise Tawrence Water Co property for potential city purchase. Board opposes Thanksgiving football and discusses athletic funds and a Thanksgiving game proposal.

Woorley K. U Ity Woorléy Ontul Black Kanaite Lawrencé Tawrene Water Company Coroneil John Issa Ke L D. F. Black Tris Water Company Burns and McDonald Ety Water Companys Tawrence Board of Education Madichinndas Sonnie Hitner Prot Ross Mok Beat- Tee Nebraska Ies Lawrence High Sell Bumenrdner Schoel Davy May Innes

Burleson Retains Efficient Postmasters Policy

Postmaster General Burleson announced the administration will keep Republican postmasters in place as long as they perform efficiently. He said the department seeks merit over politics, with possible removals only for substantiated charges. The move aligns with a merit system favored by the president. In a separate report, French aviator Gandart drowned during a hydro airplane flight off Nive, France, after losing balance and plunging into the sea.

Shinai Pmil Burleson Bindeson Churzes Che Anyade Wig Civil Service Taft Nive France Denis Candart Gandart

Scholarship for K U Girl Receives Penn Fellowship

Miss Estella Eleanor Carothers of Lawrence Kansas was offered a fellowship by the University of Pennsylvania trustees under the Joseph M Benneth foundation. She will study zoology with a $225 annual stipend and tuition exemption. She was formerly a student at the University of Kansas and is from Kingman Kansas.

Philadelphia Estella Eleanor Carothers Lawrence Kansas University of Pennsylvania Joseph M. Benneth Gut Ina High Tower Juniversity Sidor Virelos Carothins University of Kansas Shidy Pennseylvania University Kingman

Panama Canal dispute nears favorable settlement report

London reports a near favorable determination on the Panama Canal controversy after a recent communication with U S officials. President has not publicly spoken, but friends say he favors an interpretation that would restrict exempting American vessels. Washington date is April 13.

London James Brice Ambauasador Jole United States Tressent Wilson Panama Canal Ak Band Washington Aldhonsh Fhe U. S

Suffragettes Blaze Mansions and Scatter Hazardous Materials

April 14 15 reports from Hastings and Bath describe militant suffragettes setting fire to a mansion at Ste Leonards on the Sea and placing hazardous materials in towns. In Bath and Ragland the group damaged telegraph and telephone wires at Box Tunnel on the Great Western railway, aiming to disrupt communications.

Hastings England Ste Leonard's The Sea Llancing Achior Phillip Duerag Bath, Ragland Box Tunnel Great Western Railway

Steeple Jack Falls 175 Feet to Death in Venice Illinois

John W. Laie reports a steeple jack fell 174 feet to his death while painting a smoke stack in Venice Illinois. He was removing tackle to descend when the rope parted causing a fatal plunge. He had told his wife he would quit the trade as he deemed it too dangerous.

Louis John W. Laie Venice Ill

Wanted in Emporia Santa Fe German held on charge

A Santa Fe German named Niblet is held in Emporia by the local police on a charge of committing a bargers in Emporia. The offense is said to have occurred there with a check cashed from Santa Fe. Officer Joe Dailey took Niblet into custody from Santa Fe train No. 1 this afternoon.

Emporia Santa Fe Jrolive Kmporia Santa Fee Santa Fe Nic «T Joe Dailey Niblet Santa Fe Ain

Princeton Star Sam Thompson Named Assistant Attorney General

Washington April 13 Samuel Houston Thompson former Republican Attorney General of Colorado has been selected as assistant attorney general of the United States before the court of claims He led the Woodrow Wilson Rocky Mountain Club and was a president’s student at Princeton a member of the famous Princeton eleven of 1896

Sam Thompson Washington Samuel Houston Thompson Colorado United States Court of Claims Woodrow Wilson Rocky Mountain Princeton

Weather Report From Kansas Night Forecast Erratic

Kansas weather update lists tonight and Wednesday with fragmented phrases about wind and temperatures. The readable portion mentions yesterday and today with unclear details but hints at unsettled conditions and possible changes in precipitation.

Contested recount on Police Judge election before council

The city council deferred action on Charles Gilmore's recount petition for the April Police Judge race, sending it to the city attorney to verify proper form. Debate featured W.B. Brownell opposing, citing flaws and lack of legal qualification, with next council meeting expected to decide.

Chas. Gilmore Atttorney Keiel WB. Brownell Indgrs EL BE Bensons Supremor Court Watr Vergas Jones Supreme Court Mitchell Bell McKenzie and Jackson McKenzie Jackson Bishop Equneil

Poor Fire Protection Report Highlights City Hydrant Defects

Lawrence officials released a 70 page report on the city fire hydrants testing showing only 20 of 45 five feature hydrants in first class condition. The test indicates water pressure fell short of the franchise requirement and calls for immediate repairs by the Water Company.

Beanie Duninire W. F. Reiniseh Winat Ieee Wwe Law’ Rence, Water Company Ivgueise Wity of Lawrence Henry New Jersey Kansas Avenue Toliowse Kan Mayer Tata Fox Lawrence Money Alabama Warren New York Henty Lee Connecticut Winthrop Kentucky Ohio Missouri New Hampshire Tennessee Street Quincy

Belgium Strike Figures Clash Over Totals

In Belgium April reports show 270000 workers on strike with no violence reported. AP figures differ from Socialist and government estimates of 450000 and 120000 respectively, while four men are arrested for interfering with work during union activity.

Brugsels Myre Iluin Belgin Associated Press Trenquisits Phigal Cates

High School Adopts Student Council With Faculty Veto

The Lawrence High School plans to establish a student council to oversee athletics and student activities under faculty supervision. The principal retains an absolute veto. discipline remains with the faculty for now. The plan, presented by Prof H Olney, awaits final details at the next technical school faculty meeting.

Lawrence Hight Schont Tiave T Nishi Board of Education H. Olney Prof Olney Jegst Ie University Corneil Tech

Scholarships Open for University Women at Chapel Exercises

The University announces multiple scholarships for needy women. Funds include the Five Women's Student Government, Marella Howland, Mathewson Innes Memorial, Valecinda Smith Buchan Memorial, and Caroline Mumford Winston scholarships. Open to juniors and seniors. applications must be in by April 23. Committee includes Professors Galloi and others.

Sonny Lady Prevland Marella Howland A Mathewson Innes George Tones Lawrence Clays Radiate School Valcinda Smith Buchan Pi Beta Phi P. Smithmeyer Ath Hannah Oliver Caroline Mumford Winston Thomas Winston Galloi

Dyche Seen as United States Fish Commissioner Pick

Prominent Kansas scientist L J Dyche of the University of Kansas and state Fish and Game Warden is urged for the U S Fish Commissioner post in Washington. Scientists from nine states asked President Wilson to appoint him, praising his life study of fish and game and international expertise. Dyche reportedly does not seek office, and Kansas parties differ on backing.

L. J. Dyche University of Kansas State of Kansas United States Washington, D.C Dyche Kans Pratt” Dye Prat Prete Zoological Societies Fish and Game Commissioners Wilson Hedfield Department Dyehe Dyere Swithh Canada Europe South America Res Auiy’ Etreum Comoner Dy Dyehe Phompsen Dvehe Kagysas Dyele Andy Lervlad Lina

Oil Prices Rise Across Town Areas

Disjointed OCR notes indicate oil price listings in Findlay and surrounding towns. Prices shown include Princeton $7.30, North Lima $1.39, Indiana $14, Wooster $11, and South fame with unclear figures amid illness references.

Princeton North Lima South Fama Indiana Wooster

Death of F. A. Stauffer in Las Vegas New Mexico

Mrs. David Frant received word of the death of her brother F. A. Stauffer who died yesterday in Las Vegas New Mexico. He will be buried there tomorrow.

F. A. Stauffer David Frant FL. A. Stauffer Las Veeas New Menico

Confidence and the companion of scorer in shopping

When you shop you are sure to succeed if you buy at dependable stores. The merchant who earns your confidence keeps it by fair dealing, quality goods, and fulfilling promises. Read THE JOURNAL WORLD advertisements nightly to find these good stores and their splendid offerings.

WORLD

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