24 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1916
Page
1
Army reports indicate Pancho Villa is alive and moving north with aims to strike American forces. Pershing plans and troop movements are outlined as U S forces monitor the Sierra Madre region and border positions.
Seismic activity registered on Georgetown University seismographs reports two severe shocks in the Dominican Republic, April 24. The central event centers about 2000 inches from Washington with widespread effects, including uninhabited areas and significant disturbances noted by officials.
The report outlines military dialogue involving General Carranca and Secretary of War Latesiner about repositioning forces and potential objectives near the U S border. It mentions possible advance lines, defense of frontier areas, and French and Mexican border posture amid ongoing tensions.
Fragmented report in Washington dated April 2 mentions General orders and an April 1 note. It references Secretary Lansing and the Department of State and hints at German involvement. Processing issues obscure precise details and names.
Fragmentary text mentions a few names and places with no clear event. It references people such as Lopez and Ysabel and hints at a Saturday capture but offers no coherent narrative or verifiable details.
Treasurer of the Brackett School board proposes immediate rebuilding after the fire that destroyed the school three miles west of Lawrene. Neighbors discussed the incident while awaiting a new structure and equipment. a special meeting will be held to reconsider the tax levy and outline steps for reopening by fall term.
French forces report progress at Verdun with infantry and hand grenades. The afternoon assault aimed at the German positions near the main fortifications. Casualties and exact numbers are unclear but progress is claimed on the Verdun front.
A clevelopment outlines possible German moves to ease tensions with the United States. Reports say Berlin hopes to preserve cordial relations while seeking concessions through diplomatic channels. The German cabinet considers measures to avoid escalating the submarine conflict and quiet public pressure.
A fire on Easter morning damaged the kitchen of a house at 488 Louisiana Street. The blaze, traced to the stove, caused about 100 dollars in damage before the fire department contained it. The residence is inhabited by Ian Wilbur.
The fragment notes yesterday and today forecasts for parts of Kansas with unclear terms. It mentions partial wording about conditions and temperatures but lacks complete data or locations.
J Pete Buchanan, a University of Nana student and football player, is puzzled by a misplaced Lost Relatives advertisement read by a Journal-World reporter. He suspects fellow students played a prank, reading aloud the puzzling notice and prompting questions about its origin.
A district court session today considered a drainage case, with Judge presiding and a magistrate panel appointed. Witnesses included J. S. Wilson, Mina Pheait, Lewis Rehyrack and Hilkes as commissioners, and the defense argued for a restraining order.
The fragment describes a court decision on how auction proceeds from a APFAM cargo sale will be distributed. It mentions German gear and United States involvement, with references to bonds and bonded goods, including cotton, sacks of potash, and rubber, as part of the mixed lot.
Cliff and Yesen Thornton were involved when police arrived. Charles Clif and Hose Phornton faced charges after the incident. All three brothers were fined 86.50 while another man Albert Fishback was arrested on related counts though found not guilty. trial scheduled for later.
The University of Kansas will resume classes tomorrow morning following the Easter break. Students and faculty are expected to return to campus as schedules restart.
Weekend court session led to raids by officers on Aunt Jane and other premises. Officers seized two cases of beer, empty bottles, and a quart of red liquor. two suspects faced charges of illegal sale and possession. Melvin Howe and John Cain fined for drunkenness. several others awaiting trials.
Linwood State Bank faces transfer to Lawrence National Bank influence with Beaver president Lithwand leading a consolidation effort. Linwood gains a stronger banking link as Vaaerenence National Bank connection shifts to Linwood, aided by prominent local directors. Linwood, noted for potato farming and wool trade, aims to bolster community standing and services.
Telegrams poured in from around the world on Easter as Pope Pius XII received about 3 600 messages praising his efforts for world peace. The tally exceeded last year’s tribute, signaling broad international support for his pontificate.
Hydraulic power is used to remove earth for new grain storage tubes at the Bowersock property. Tubes will stand where earth is removed, with hoses laid along the area for rapid results. Start date for construction is not set, but site preparations continue.
A Linwood youth faced a rapid throat closure from croup on a Saturday night. Dr G W Jones and Tyr Van Ney performed an emergency airway opening, rescuing the unconscious child in time. The boy was reported improving the next day.
Crowds filled Trinity Lutheran Church and other city churches during a sunny spring day. Rev. Mel Stauffer reported strong attendance with about 1,000 listening outside as the Lutheran orchestra provided music and wreath adorned services continued throughout the day.
Cofferdam work at pier five reveals water ingress from a riverbed rather than bedrock. Pumps struggled as sand and mud over rock hindered footing construction. Large iron girders were delivered and will be laid between piers after trestle scaffolding is completed. Weekly city commission meeting scheduled at city hall.
The Lawrence Water Advisory Board meets at city hall to discuss plans for another dam election after the first bond vote was invalidated. Chair Otto Guile says the board will cooperate with the city commission to ensure legal requirements are met and bonds can be sold for water plant purchase. The meeting also considers consulting engineers as developments in the water crisis push the issue to the forefront.
Lawrence barbers who announced in April a dime added to haircuts, bringing the total to thirty five cents, released a notice today retracting the extra charge. Some shops kept the raise, others rolled back, and customers fueled rumors of a barber price conspiracy as workers feared higher costs.
An enemy aircraft appeared over Dover on April 14 and was attacked by British units. The hostile plane was driven off before any bombs were dropped.
A large paint manufacturer surveyed retailers nationwide on newspaper advertising. Six said it is the best publicity, with one boasting fourteen years of personal experience that newspaper ads yield greater trade results than other methods. The article notes mixed opinions and promises continuation tomorrow.
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