Battles Raging On Two Fronts Across Verdun and Somme
A French and British led line clash across Verdun and the Somme continues with gains and counterattacks. German forces push near Thiaumont and Fleury as French and British counter moves regroup on multiple fronts. Russian advances drive Austro German troops back along the Dniester line as they seize Tlumach and nearby regions. Italian operations along the Tsanzo and Carso plateau push forward with prisoner captures and village destruction reported.
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Paris
Aum
Somme
Monucu Farm
Fleury
Thiamont Work
Thiaumont
Emirse
Cuitlensent
Freneh
Petrograd
Dniester
Tyszienea
Tlumach
Staneslan
Galicia
Privan
Serath
Tate
Explosion on bench kills unidentified man in Kansas City
An unidentified man sitting on a bench at Fifteenth Street and Burton Boulevard was blown to pieces by an explosion likely caused by dynamite. A man named Thomas, unemployed, nearby was thrown by the blast but unharmed. A partly burned fuse was found near the bench as police investigated the possible motive. Varnum returned Saturday after two weeks touring oil fields in southern Kansas and Oklahoma.
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Kansas City
Fifteenth Street
Berton Boulevard
Thomas
Kennedy
Tex
Cbe
Varnum
Kansas
Oklahoma
Gov Capper to Speak at Eudora Picnic Celebration
Gov Capper will headline the Eudora picnic and celebration planned for August 24. The event, a long standing local gathering, will feature state and local politicians, a variety of games, and a Tennessee Colored Quartet, with possible additional attractions if weather cooperates.
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Eudora
Parthur Capper
Amar
Dl Guine
Knights
Lawrencé
Nudora
Ero
Colored Quartet of
Tennessee
Ue Cisty
Railroads face decisive strike vote as workers favor demands
About 400000 railway employees across four unions voted on eight hour days and time and a half pay. Firemen engineers reported 98.4 percent approval, trainmen 88.2 percent, conductors 84.4 or higher, with regional splits. Managers to deliberate modified propositions after ballot results.
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New York
Aug. S
National Conference Committee of
Fereel
Garretson
Monagers
Puvicy
Mr. Garretson
Elisha Lee
Mr. Garvetson
W.S. Carter
WG. Lee
Timn
A. I. Garretson
Zffirmative
Postpone Druggists Meeting To Next Tuesday
The druggists association meeting planned for this morning in the merchants rooms was postponed for one week. Organizers did not complete plans and expect to establish the branch at the Tuesday meeting.
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Druggists Association
Merchants Association
Reelected Old Officers and School Building Finances
Regular monthly board of education meeting covers waterproofing walls for Cordley and McAllaster, bid revisions to comply with new building ordinance, and final settlements. President Metcalf reelected. dispatches on lighting, filing case, and supplies. various purchases and library/textbook proposals discussed. funds balances noted and a student admission petition referred.
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Board of Education
Wn. S. Metcalf
Sk Blotton
Pe Crcemoen
Gaenand
Ghiffin Coal Company
Cordley and
McAllaster
Crocker
Castile
University Pool
Eis
HL Olney
F. H. Olney
Perkins Trust
Albert Edie
Cole
Andy Filuel
Man Found Dead in Room at King Hotel
David Wadlington, about forty-two, was found dead in a King Hotel room. Coroner Jones ruled poisoning as cause, likely self-inflicted amid several days of despondency and threats. No funeral arrangements have been made. Mrs. A L Carl of Weaver's suit department left yesterday for the cast.
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David Wadlington
King Hotel
Jones
Wadlington
A.L. Carl
Weaver
Snake Dance at Hopi Reservation Draws Lawrence Interest
Lawrence residents discuss attending the Hopi Snake Dance at the Hopi Reservation between August 19 and 20. The annual ceremony, a ceremonial prayer for rain, is praised as a world renowned spectacle. Permits are issued by the U.S. Indian agent, with Gallup New Mexico and Adamana listed as railhead options. Meanwhile the Nith Chemical Company elected Lance C. Hill president and manager, H. T. Jones vice president, and W. E. Hill secretary and treasurer at last night’s directors meeting.
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Lawrence Rakes
Ismerintendent
U.S. Indian
Lea Crane
Hopi Training School
Claims Canyon
Arizona
Gallup
New Moxico
Adamana
Holbrook
Winslow
Nith Chemical Company
Lance C. Hill
H. T. Jones
W. E. Hill
Kansas Weather Report for Sak In Area
Yesterday's data unclear. Forecast expects slight warming tonight. North, east, and south portions may see warmer conditions Wednesday with a changing wind and possible brief showers.
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Warner
Soldiers at Eagle Pass Church Attendances Rise
Crowded Eagle Pass churches on Sunday show soldiers no longer observing out of curiosity but as regular worshippers. All denominations report strong attendance as Army personnel join local congregations in services and Sunday school, with pastors planning further arrangements for unity and spirit.
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Eagle Pass
Agle
Newspaper Trade Information Request Sparks Secrecy Pledge
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Hurley asks publishers to answer a detailed information schedule on paper supplies and trade conditions by August 2. Secrecy for all data collected is promised. Mail responses to Judge Hurley in Washington or J He Zerbey in Pottsville, Pa.
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Hurley
Federal Trade Commission
Judge Hurley
Washington
J. He Zerbey
National Weritorial Association
Pottsville
Bridge over the Kaw will near completion by June
Work on the venerable Kaw river bridge progresses rapidly with nearly all spans in place and the final abutments and arches being finished. Concrete pours advance. piling and framework for the south side and north abutments proceed, aiming to complete the bridge and open it to traffic by early next summer.
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Kaw Rive
Tive
Santa Fe
Mike
Detective Takes Suspect From Lawrence To Kansas City
Andrew O Hara a detective from City took Charles Smith held in Lawrence on request of Kansas City authorities. Smith charged with false pretense was found in Lawrence Sunday night and held until KC detective could identify him. The detective then returned the prisoner to face trial later that day.
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Kansas City
Andrew O'Hara
Three Fined in Police Court This Morning
Adan Etzel pleaded guilty to a charge and was fined one dollar. Leonard Clark and Ruby Jones were assessed fifteen dollars and fifty cents each for indecent conduct. All three were committed to jail until fines and costs are paid.
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Adan
Etzel
Leonard Clark
Ruby Jones
Kans Gas Rate Court Bid Delays Capper Aid
Topeka officials face a federal injunction blocking Kansas Natural Gas rate hikes ordered by receiver John M. Landon. Governor Capper and Attorney General Brewster meet to seek a plan to curb the 35 cent per thousand feet gas price while the injunction stands. A U.S. district court hearing is due next October, with state efforts hampered by the court order and bonds backing the rate rise.
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Topeka
John M. Lundon
Kansas Natural Gas Company
Arthur Capper
S. M. Brewster
Kansas Natural
Kansas Public Utilities Commission
Copper
Brewster
Kangas
United States District Court
Ralph Campbell
Oklahoma City
Toneka
Capper
Federal Court
Flannelly
Mds
John M. Landon
The
Kansas 'N
Jim Topeka
Oklahoma Gas Fields
Robert Stone
Kansas -Natural
Kansas
Small Fire Report From Yesterday At 512 Sit
Fire department responded yesterday afternoon to a house at 512 Sit for a small blaze. Estimated damage about $5. A separate item notes Small Boys' Day in Tottey at the US MSG with about sixty boys aged nine to twelve gathering for activities.
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Tottey
Merchants Bowling Scores Berger and Rankin
Berger leads high score with 257 and 340 series while Rankin posts 365 and 399. Bryant and Graeber to oppose in tonight’s game. high men Berger and Rankin stand among top scorers with strong totals.
Special Music and Plans for Fungelical Conference Opening
Delegates head into Woordhuid for the Fungelical Association convention opening tomorrow evening. The event features a large tented campus, a 40 by 60 tabernacle, and a dining hall under A. J. Fiselein. Rev. ALE presides at the opening service with Rev. Billy Wiener to lead the evening. The Young People's Alliance commemorates its 15th anniversary during the gathering. Plans include a sacred concert, enhanced singing, and orderly services as the convention builds to its August 15 conclusion.
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Lawrence
Aoman
Ale
Bily Wiener
Young People’s Alliance
Thes
Young
Peui Uiliae
Fashion i
Kingdon
Ister
Wlements
Kans City
Branco Havd
Woodward Wins Majority in Nottas County Vote
Woodward extends thanks to Nottas County residents for their support. He expresses appreciation for the strong vote and notes there are moments when words fall short but thanks are due.
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Notctas County
R.asadwand
Rewih
Eavy
Mr. Woodward
Cohn to Attend Ferrells Laws Reunion in Hopkinsville
J H Cohn proprietor of the Fair sails tomorrow to attend the second annual Ferrells laws reunion in Hopkinsville where he was elected vice president last year. He plans to visit the markets during the trip.
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J. H. Cohn
Ferrell
Hopkinsville
Mr. Cohn
Wias
Gene
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