Allies Capture Strong Position on Somme Front
Paris reports French troops seized fortified German works between Ham Wood and Monneu Farms north of the Somme river. Intense night actions along the northern bank near Verdun and along the Somme front produced heavy fighting with multiple engagements and air combat.
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London
France
de Wrench
Freewell
Berlin
Monneu
Herman
Paris
Somme
Hom Wood
Monneu Farns
Mexican bandits attack train near Gamziles Junction
Reports from El Paso indicate bandits assaulted a northbound train at Gamziles Junction, killing several soldiers and a girl, as 75 armed bandits fled. U S troops moved to intercept across the border with two motorcycle companies dispatched toward Sierra Blanca.
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Lanwalo
Ase
Casement Updates From Ireland Petition Report
London Aug 2 Roger Casement's solicitor Gavin Duffy of Dublin has not heard of any change in the plans for the donation of his client. Prime Asquith received an signed petition from Ireland, but no communication with its originators. Casement remains calm and composed as the hour of execution approaches, eating well with fruit and hot drinks.
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Pecemier Asquith
Ireland
London
Roger Casement
Gaven Duffy
Wehlin
Proniie Asquith
Din
Jts Oriprnetars
Casement
Hughes to Speak in Topeka to Open Kansas Campaign
Topeka Aug 2 Charles K Mushes republican presidential candidate will start Kansas campaign Sept 2 with a speech in Topeka Gov Capper announced Hughes plans to reach Topeka by special Union Pacific train and speak on state house grounds likely as the biggest republican event of the season. He may also speak in Salina and meet Kansas politicians in Denver if plans materialize this will be his first western stop and second Topeka address.
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Kansas
Charles K. Mushes
Republi Ne
Tope
Mr. Hughes
Arioni Capper
Hughes
Tor
Lenger
Union Pacific
Progressives Gather in Indianapolis for Key Conference
Progressive National leaders arrive in Indianapolis to discuss future party policies. Three proposals may be debated: nominate a presidential candidate, let Progressives vote for any candidate, or seek President Wilson's endorsement. About forty to fifty delegates expected.
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Wilden
Indiattapoltay
Indianapolis
Looks Like a Strike Unanimous Among Railroad Brotherhoods
New York August 2 ballots from a quarter of the 100000 members of four railroad brotherhoods show near unanimity for a general strike on 225 railroads. Negotiations will continue with the aim of a settlement. a strike will follow if talks fail.
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New York
Ottawa Dad Rescues Daughter From Yang Creek Near Drowning
In Ottawa Kansas on August 2 T P Kea j Eline saved his seventeen year old daughter from drowning in Tang Creek east of town. Beth Kesting nearly sank twice before the elderly father pulled her to shore amid a swimming mishap with the Kesting family.
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Ottawa
Yang Creek
Kan
T. PL Keaj Eline
Kesting
Milk Sample Test Raises Hygiene Concerns in Lawrence
The dairy commissioner reports high bacterial counts in milk samples collected by Holyfield. No official results yet, but tests show undesirable conditions in some milky supplies to Lawrence patrons. Cleanliness improvements urged for milkmen. further sampling planned at the University.
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tHoytfields
Holyfield
Representatives Push US Britain Diplomatic Reline
Representative Galliven of Massachusetts proposes a recommended immediate termination of diplomatic relations with Great Britain. The move follows England’s exclusion of Thomas Kelly of New York, treasurer of the Irish Relief Fund, and alleged insults to American commerce. The regulation was referred to the foreign relations committee.
Deutschland on Return Trip Passes Newport News
Reports from Baltimore to Norfolk detail the German submarine Deutschland as it sails back toward Germany after departing Baltimore. Capt. Paul Koenig leads twenty seven crew. ships and observers track the vessel’s progress within reach of three mile limit and amid allied patrols.
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Paungier
Sound
Tey
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Mai
Germany
Paul Koenig
Noenig Ant
Ententej
America
Guy Steele
Koenig
Rman
Atoric Fort
Garrel
Lannan
Lloyd Hner
Neckay
Norfolk
North Carolina
Cape Henry
Hampton Roads
Old Point
Virginia Pilots’ Association
Kansas Weather Report Thursday High Forecast
Readable fragments indicate a Kansas weather note for Thursday with a continued high temperature reading. Details on exact values or locations are unclear in the OCR, but the entry signals a hot, dry or warming trend for the day.
Robber Shot After Attempted Train Robbery
A man identified as Yate recovered from injuries after being shot during an alleged robbery attempt on a train. He was taken to hospital where doctors ruled out fatal injuries. a companion helped him off the train to a farm, but prosecutors found the evidence insufficient to hold him on charges.
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Singa
Tate
Leavenworth Pushes for Military Rock Road Through Kansas
Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce seeks a share of a $3 million federal roads appropriation to build a military rock road from Manhattan to Fort Riley via Lawrence Topeka and Bonner Springs as Lawrence and surrounding towns rally to support the project.
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Lawrence
Bunner Springs
Port Riley
Kansas
Topeka
Golden Belt
Orain
Manhattan
Linnee
Bonner Springs
Congress
Little and Guyer Vie for Lead in Second District
Topeka dispatch reports late estimates showing Guyer ahead in several counties by 1453 votes while Colonel E C Little leads in other counties by 14668, a total lead of thirteen votes. The strand district sends the largest soldier vote and Little's Philippine war service suggests a safe margin.
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Associated Press
Topeka
Kansas
Guyer
E. C. Little
Strand
Little
Lawrence Franchised Interurban Eyes Freight Rule Change
The Kansas City Kaw Valley and Western Railway Company seeks a Lawrence franchise at a city commission meeting. The plan allows freight on selected streets with limits, ties to a New York Street freight route, and requires a referendum if 10 percent petition. If approved, the company must accept terms within 30 days, with possible further negotiations if rejected.
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Kansas City, Kaw Valley and Western Railway Company
Lawrence
K. D. Rieti
Commission
Klemm
Comunis
Magsachus Street
North
Vesans
Massachusetts Street
New York Street
Topeka
Assenger
Ranchusetts
Compar
Iime
People of
Interurban
Car in Gear Sends Vehicle On Sidewalk Joy Ride
A car in gear mounted the curb on Massachusetts street near the 700 block, then returned to the street with no damage. Earlier, a mop beat two dogs that had tangled at almost the same spot.
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Charles “Fhrell
Massachusetts Street
New Shipping Record Set Despite Allied Blockade
The Bureau of Navigation reports that the year ending June 30 saw 2,500,000 tons cleared by U.S. ships, with 1.5 million originating domestically and 23 million foreign, a rise over the prior year though comparative totals show tripled shipping and decreased clearances. The record reflects American tonnage moving despite the blockade and notes increased export to South American nations, especially Argentina.
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Black Sea
Efit
Withshington
Jet
Merdrawal
Bureau of Navigation
Foeign
Ean
Hughes for suffrage stance amid 1920 campaign
In a letter to Senator George Sutherland, Charles E Hughes states personal support for a federal woman suffrage amendment, urging prompt nationwide settlement and its removal from political debate. The White House reiterates President Wilson’s unchanged position on addressing suffrage under the existing status.
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New York
Charles E.] Hughes
Hughes
Sutherland
Utah
George Sutherland
Washington
Augi Wilson
White House
Chas. FE. Hughes
Death of Alfred Blaker Former Lawrence Resident
Alfred Blaker, once a Lawrence resident active in politics, died at his Pleasanton home on July 31. He had served as Pleasanton mayor and was a longtime member of the state lecture. Funeral services were held in Pleasanton this afternoon.
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Lawrence
Alfred Blaker
Pleasanton
KEEP WATCH ON MEAT No Poor Food Sent Out From Packing
The article notes Uncle Sam’s soldiers receiving meat from Chicago packing plants. Cans are stamped with packer and date so officials can identify origin. The government keeps samples from each batch to provide proof if criticism arises about quality.
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New York
Sam
Chicago
iEach
Five Governors of Philippines May Move to Lawrence
Vice-governor H. S. Martin writes a friend about possibly relocating to Lawrence in the near future. He was in the Philippines when the letter was written and planned to visit the United States later. He may purchase property and visit friends in Lawrence.
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Philippines
H. S& Martin
Jto
Svenue
Lawrence
Trial of Magele Yeager Delayed Again to Monday Morning
The Magele Yeager trial is continued until Monday at 9 o'clock for the fifth postponement. Jury selection is to proceed by then as the court aims to proceed with the hearing. Separately a marriage license and a delivered address are noted with Rev. Rufus J King of North Carolina and Lyman Webb of Williamstown mentioned as participants. Ella Thompson of McLouth is listed as a guest of Rev. W. P. Haworth in the city.
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Rufus J
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Friends Church
Lyman Webb
Williamstown
Ella Thompson
McLouth
W. P. Haworth
Kansas primary results show Metcalf and Brune leading
Col Metcalf and Brune win key races with majorities in county and district contests. Metcalf defeats Gorrill for state senate by about 507 in Douglas and over 100 in Jefferson, Brune tops Elwell for county clerk, Lane wins county superintendent, Northrup nominated for Register of Deeds, Woodward edges Johns for sheriff. Statewide figures show sharp Republican turnout and light overall voting.
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Supreme Court
J. T. Botkin
Secretary of State
Dyer
Knapp
Organ
Bramlage
Fer
Evans
Walter Fae
Matt Weightman
Cook
Penetenenk
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Ross
Wooster
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Guyer
Col
Wilder S. Metcalf
Gorrill
Douglas County
Jefferson County
Elmer E. Brown
Irving Hill
George Brune
Elwell
Powell
Lane
Jes-P ‘Sie Glenn
Miss Northrup
Hegister of Deeds
G. C. Wetzel
Ww. B. Wilson
J. J. Riling
J. R. Woodward
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