War talk and civic cleanup headline a tense season
The report notes wartime tensions with the United States and fascinations over military actions. It describes clean-up week in Atchison with men urged to assist, mentions German air raiders off England and local reactions to a lynching in Lawrence with praise for police who stopped a mob. General Minston receives a conference invitation, preferring an interview with Villa.
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United States
Scott
Poronal Ghiger
Minston
Seoli
Obrezon
Villa
University politics and attention to demand noted
The Leavenworth Times weighs University of Wiersas focus on pidhtie issues and warns schools that ignore demand fall behind. It notes the upcoming presidential year may heighten demand and tests the school’s response.
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Leavenworth Times
University of Wiersas
Decaise
Pidhtie
Tres
Fragmented wartime dispatch on unrest and pest control
A garbled report discusses widespread commotion in towns over insect powder uses against vandals and pest predations. It also mentions uncertain German American negotiations and caution by both sides as they assess power dynamics and potential consequences.
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Wainsas
Lawrence
Ayaa
Indweine
Ameri-Cams
Germany
Bet
Chel es P. Scott Tours Mexico After Peace Crusade
Mnelt contrasts with Cheles P. Scott who once urged war avoidance but now travels to Mexico to verify reality of conditions there. His Belgium experiences influenced his stance as he observed how European nations confront conflict, reshaping his long held peace arguments.
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Mnelt
Himiself
Cheles
P. Scott
Mr. Scott
Mexico
Belgium
Charlee
Mr. Spit
Unclear wartime sentiment on General Obregon and Mexican upheaval
Fragmentary text discusses General Obregon, potential intervention, and Mexican political-military tensions around Vera Cruz. It hints at debates among experts about outcomes and diplomatic responses, amid unsettled conditions and public reaction.
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Obregon
Ates
Vera Cruz
Uni Sulion
Iexico
Seo
Lnet
Governor Capua Necapy Featured In State Commentary
A garbled clipping discusses Governor Capua Necapy and an implied critique in a Tribune note. The fragment mentions crowded events at Lindsborg Messiah and references various unclear phrases about architecture and sleep in relation to state leadership.
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Lindsborg Messiah
Woverney Capper
Aircot
Capuanecapy
Accepting Reunification Ideas Across Canada border
The letter discusses the idea of a union or close ties between the United States and Canada. It praises peaceful relations and suggests that Canadians might approve such changes if they affect borders and national integration. The piece reflects a historical perspective on cross border sentiment.
No Pause for Congress in 19th Century Outlook
This fragment notes delays in Congress due to leadership gaps on the Democratic side and public hesitation as the 19th century session battles unfold. It mentions political maneuvering, forthcoming judgments, and varying public sentiment about Congress remaining in or out of session.
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Congress
Washington
Congress in Session At Five Months Since Opening
The article notes Congress is organized and at work five months after opening. It suggests President Wilson will face questions about a possible special session and may press Congress to declare its stance if conditions require. The piece reflects the political climate and expectations in Springfield with Republican framing.
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Congress
Wilson
Sprigfield
Italy Discovers Coal and Water Power Potential
Italy finds an alternative to coal by developing white coal and water power. The plan aims to electrify railroads and power industrial plants, reducing future fuel dependence. Officials say Italy seeks self sufficiency in energy, reducing reliance on imports.
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Italy
Col
Nevessils
Wielrita ‘Eusle
New York Tribune Leads Ban on Liquor Advertising
Aged discussions note that major papers like the New York Tribune refuse liquor ads, sparking debate on temperance and the liquor industry. The author argues that a single paper’s stance could pressure others, signaling broader effects on advertising and saloon revenues in the East.
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Hignor
New York
Middle West
New York ‘Tribune
Isseethrusty
New Yori
Tribune
Micas
America
Temperane
Eurporia Gazelle
Mexico City police chief Felix Diaz era noted figure
In past years Felix Diaz, once chief of police in Mexico City and a leading military figure, fled after arrest and alleged bribery. He resurfaced in Europe then Canada amid Diaz movement unrest. Carranza loyalists fear his return could trigger renewed Diaz influence and provoke revolution.
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Felix Diaz
Porfirio Diaz
Mexico
Chai
Ding
Huerta
Athen
Vera Crna
Europe
United Matees
Canada
Carranzas
Cah
Villa
Carranzistas That He May Imtte About the Overflow of the ‘Cars, Fandrovertinicat
God
Llutehinsn News
If War Should Come United States Faces Diplomatic Crisis
An analysis warns that a German-US break in relations could lead to US withdrawal of diplomatic staff, seizure of German ships in American waters, and reevaluation of Allied ties. It notes America’s potential strategic shift and emphasizes cautious consideration of war scenarios and national interest.
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Germany
United States
Austria
Turkey
Entente
Local Ladies Grand Army Notes Honor Departed Members
The Ladies Grand Army sorrowfully notes the loss of several members and extends condolences to families including the Anderson and Circle 40 groups. Services were held in Wichita and Winfield with memories paid to Sister Amy, Circle 40, Seinfield.
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Ladies 'Grand Army
Conrad
Jolr
TL Anderson
Cirele 40
Winafield
Ehtor
Cirele Wichita
Amy
Chapin
Circle 40
Seinfield
Tristle
Forum event notes and veteran camp recounts
The page records a law drill by pupils at the Forum and mentions participants such as Hannah Kimbal president Mulvane civele, Sarah Miller Chaplin, Mary Russell secretary, and Willis the patriotic instructor who is improving. It also notes Skinner camp attendees at the Sons of Veterans event in April near Appomattox and a prize alphabet contest won by Mrs Atherton with consolation prize to Fannie Turner and others.
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Ter Hannah Kimbal
Mulvane Civele
Sarah Miller Chaplin
Mary Russell
Willis
Skinner Camp Sons of Veter
Appomattox
Henry Seiad
Anna Ilonse
Sirele SG
Wichita
Char Atherton
Alary C. Snyder
Fannie EF. Turuce
Thesau
Anniee
Turner
Topeka Talks Highlight May Week Events at Uni
A Topeka minister, Rev. Ro S. Mark Bon, addresses the university May week program. The Polity Club and Cornell Valiver speakers discuss politics and civic themes at university venues including the Kappa Alpha house.
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Topeka
Chanel
Ftor
She Ze
Univer Os
Ro S. Mark’ Bon
Élin Elt Ol Atehi
Addi
Polity Club
Foland Huxevis
Cornell
Vaiverwl
Kappa Alpha House
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