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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1914
Page
1
Amid confusing dispatches from the European front the report claims German naval losses including destroyers and a cruiser while French forces purportedly repulse cavalry advances. Additional items describe espionage arrests and diplomatic shifts as Britain contemplates rate changes and mobilization efforts in Alsace and nearby theatres.
A fragmentary report notes German forces cross the Liege frontier and clash with Belgian units near the Kelm line, with Belgian resistance described as stubborn but the Germans holding a defensive line. One German air casualty is reported among aerial actions.
A fragmentary report states that Americans abroad may be aided by a New York firm, with a large gold loan or credit arrangement to facilitate return home amid wartime pressures. Strong names and precise figures are unclear in the text.
Washington January 5 The army general staff is investigating the neutrality of the German owned wireless stations at Ackerton New Jersey and Sayville Long Island Arrangements are being made to return the 10000000 dollars in gold aboard the steamer Kronprinzes siet Cecille at Bar Harbor to consign or bankers in New York by a revenue cutter
A Navy plan shows the armored cruisers Tennessee and North Carolina sailing together for a Europe tour. The voyage aims to gather funds and aid tourists, with relief for Americans deferred until summer to finish arrangements.
Detectives report tense activity as threshing outfits prepare for deployment to the west. Machines are being overhauled and readied for shipment to Sylvery Kan with Hodge experts assessing labor demand. Real estate men note houses in Lawrence being rented ahead of wartime needs.
Returns slow to tally in Lawrence area after a heated county and city race. Bristow narrows in several precincts while Curtis leads county totals. Farrelly and Neeley show strong showings, with Picker and Parrelly also noted. Green defeats Walton for county commissioner in key wards as counts trickle in across Atchison and surrounding districts.
The condition of Mrs. Wilson, wife of the president, is described as extremely grave. Mrs Frances Bowes Sayre and Miss Margaret Wilson were killed at the bedside. The president has stayed by his wife for days, continuing to write to European monarchs urging peace.
Reports arriving from northern Mexico describe General Mennieisen Villaviriasky proclaiming an independent drama in Cabra under a local government. General Filipe Angeles, Carranza's deposed secretary, leads reorganization efforts as a movement aims for the initial distribution of Saints and Carranza is reportedly informed of these developments.
Turbulent county results show Curtis leading Bristow by about 2000 votes with gains across districts. Reports cite strong showings for several Democratic and Republican candidates, including Neeley near second in strong counties and Sapp challenging in the Seventh. Fire hydrants are being inspected as officials address maintenance and valve concerns.
Joseph J. Cox a longtime Kaw Valley resident and prominent contractor died at 3 a.m. after a six month illness. Born in Indiana in 1853, he settled in Kansas, served twice in the legislature, oversaw construction of the state capitol and Santa Fe Hospital, and led bridge work. He leaves a wife and daughter, with funeral at the Friends Church on Kentucky Street tomorrow afternoon.
The Journal-World announces a policy change effective August 1. Regular desk subscribers pay 25 cents per week and receive a punched ticket for each paper. Extra copies for non-subscribers or mail and carrier deliveries will cost two cents per copy. Ad inserts for advertisers will start at 40 cents per month.
Reverend H. E. Wolfe entertained children who attended Sunday morning sermons yesterday afternoon. The first hour featured games at South Park, followed by a penny supper on the parsonage lawn.
Gen Mereaji Constant and Dr Burgardner agree on state facts and await a decision by the attorney general. Topeka saw the matter, Lt Padre of the clerk, and Mr Pardee will present the case to the attorney general. Constant pledges to abide by the decision, and there has been Negotinigny with a possible withdrawal by Mr German. The public expects no trouble as the matter proceeds quietly and a meeting is called for Thursday evening on the South Side.
Lawrence merchants split over continuing support for a rest room project after plans to close on August 1 were halted. Mrs Chalkley and others negotiate to keep it open while merchants who funded the project reconsider. About 100 supporters gathered last Saturday, with some quitting the effort and others promising to continue.
Reports from Paris say the German cruiser Breslau, which shelled Bona in Algeria, was attacked tonight by French warships. The vessels involved are unclear but likely French, with ten light cruisers or destroyers said to be in the vicinity of the Italian coast. Messages received at the Marine Department describe the engagement.
A violent disturbance last night in East Lawrence involved Mexican nationals from Ottawa starting fights and triggering police action. Women arrested or fined for disorderly conduct appeared before a judge, with some paroled pending departure after promising to leave on first rain.
A large delegation from eastern and past states travels to Lawrence for the grand election. About 30,000 representatives are expected, making it one of the largest gatherings. Trains from New York and other states arrive as Lawrence prepares for the event and parade tomorrow.
A garbled dispatch discusses Allied communication lines and German actions during an early 20th century naval tension. It references British warships, Atlantic cables, and possible German and British movements near Nova Scotia and the Atlantic coast, with mentions of Germany and England.
Between five and thirty Kansas counties plan exhibits for the forthcoming Dry Farming congress in Wichita October 7 to 17. The program includes 8,000 feet of floor space for exhibits and talks by 7 prominent agricultural figures and others led by Dr. T. Niver of the rural organization in the federal Department of Agriculture. Governors from several states, Charles Brand, and other officials are named as speakers.
A damaged fragment describes attempts to cross into France, noting captures by German troops and gunfire. The sliver of text hints at soldiers being taken or killed during the action, with limited readable names or places.
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