A Sure Enough Hot Finish
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11 Aug 1916
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Lawrence Journal World in Lawrence, Kansas
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1916
Page
1
Ballot recount dispute swells in Severn district race
Officials report recount errors in Severn district ballots amid protests by candidates Elaine Sonmation and Guyer. A four-mark tally system misread to four votes per marked spot. corrections favor Guyer by three to one votes in some areas. Lawful review continues as counties assess impact on district election and potential contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sevan
Elaine
Ma Guyer
Lawrenee
Ayer
Col. Littie
Canvar
Guyer
Douglas Courty
Italian and Russian Advances Reported in War Fronts
The article details Italian successes against Austria on a twelve file front and Austrians’ attempts to counter at Monte Nero and other positions. It also reports Russian movements toward the Dniester near Halices and Halles, with units reaching the Dniester and pressing toward Halice, amid intermittent front activity and prisoner sightings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monte Nero
Mgilidin Trent
Duke of
Goalie
Cedyettir
Pawisu
Geran
London
Ave. L
Bay tin-le-Petit
Somme
Petrograd
Sereth
Monaeurgyka
Sts
Vtaliun
Dniester
Galaecia
Haliez
Lemberg
Agit. Vetehitsky
Amiutiinpol
Halles
Halice
Marimpal
Ryst
Martinipol
President Wilson Eyes Continentwide Speaking Tour
Washington Aug 11 President Wilson has received invitations from many points across the country but has not yet accepted any. Democratic leaders say no definite plans exist as Congress adjourns, though he has agreed to a visit in St Louis on September 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D.C
Wilson
Vane
Long
18 Cities Represented Boosters Seek Shift in Road Plan
Eighteen Kansas cities attend a Topeka meeting to press county commissioners to adopt taxes and actions under the Shackleford Act for 1917 and 1918. Speakers include W S Gearhart and A L Losh. Lawrence delegates back a military road from Ft Riley to Port Leavenworth via the Golden Belt route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaw Valley
Topeka
Kansas Cities
W. S. Gearhart
AL dL Losh
A. B. Statner
Lawrence
Li Mason
J. R. Holmes
J. M. Bayi
Ed. McNernes
Tontanoxie
Lawrencevise
Ft. Riley
Port Leavenworth
Riley
Leavenworth
Progress on Bridge Arches Near Completion
The fifth and fifth arches of the new bridge will begin steel frame work tomorrow. Piling for the first arch is in place and the next piling is nearly finished. The frame work and pouring will take ten days, enabling arches to be near completion by September first. The last pier was set recently and concrete finished yesterday. The cofferdam was removed and the Abutment B poured yesterday, ready to join arches once steel work finishes.
Minimum Back to 50 Cents Figure Update
A historical note records a shift restoring a minimum price to 50 cents. The excerpt mentions figures linked to figures or traders, with Joseph named in yesterday’s context. The report signals a price policy adjustment affecting local commerce and standard pricing practices.
Governor Capper Attacks Kansas Natural Gas Case
The Kansas governor denounces the Kansas Natural Gas receivership as corrupt and blundering. A St Joseph conference with Attorney General Brewster and other officials discussed restoring a 40 cent minimum gas charge, delaying until stockholders meet in Pittsburg. The plan seeks a rate adjustment without prejudice to the company as Oct federal court proceedings loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auglas Natural Gas Company
Hage
St. Joseph
M. Brewster
Victor Ving
Iyen Naturaly
Robert Stone
Tope
Kzs Natassia
Jidge Plannelley
Ity
Theo
Pittsburg
Brewster
Yeterday
St. Paul
Attor Vs
Plains
Capital Square
Harvey Guts
Frank
Brown
Taedust Council
Kansas v. Kan
Topeka
Ralph F. Campbell
United States District Court
Campbell
Oklahoma
Arity Band
Aur
District Court of
Montcome
Arthur Capper Yesterns
S ' Brewster
Khan Natural Gas Company
Pham, Flannelley
Manner
Frannelax
Kansas
Kansas Natural Company
Just Suited For You State Schools Guide Issued
The state board of administration issued a booklet detailing state schools and the distinct fields each serves. It highlights student advantages and lists heads of the various institutions, pointing to a specific school as “Just Suited for you.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Administration
Notification ceremonies set for Fairbanks nomination
Aug 31 at 2 o clock the residence here in Indianapolis will host the National Committee on Notification as Chas W Fairbanks is told of his nomination as the Republican candidate for Vice President. The event marks the formal notification of Fairbanks by the National Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairbanks
Indianapol Ind
Chas. W. Fairbanks
National Committee On Notification
Kansas Weather Report Update
The report notes yesterday’s southern region with possible thunder storms this afternoon or tonight. Cooler conditions expected tomorrow Saturday, with partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures in the southern portion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotas
Tomorra
Elandy
South Portion
County Tax Levy Reduced This Year
County commissioners announce a levy reduction of over one mill from last year for school districts. The overall decline comes from two items while two items rise, with a net one mill favoring taxpayers. No sinking fund levy for county bonds this year. The bridge and special bridge levies adjust due to local construction and final bridge funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doug County
Fabapsim Civici
Hackney Plan Aims to Let Governor Name State Tickets
T H Hackney proposes a constitutional change to let the governor select most of the state ticket in primaries by allowing the governor to nominate candidates for governor lieutenant governor and supreme court justices while other offices remain tied to the governor’s entourage. He argues voters rarely research nominees below governor and a short ballot with extended appointive power would clarify qualifications and streamline the ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hackney
Pla
Hackner
Isl
Tlane
Supreme Court
Caple
Whys a Citizen Hunting Rabbits for Vacation
John Heinrich, who applied for citizenship papers under the American flag yesterday, told the district court clerk he wants the papers to hunt rabbits on his vacation. He said he cannot obtain a license without his first papers and needs them to legally hunt rabbits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Heinrihar
Deadlock in Railroad Strike Mediation Report
Mediation efforts between railroad brotherhoods and managers reach a stalemate over an eight hour day and overtime rules. Proposals discussed include arbitration under Newlands Act with expanded arbitrator panels, shifting from the standard six to possibly fourteen members with more neutrals. Negotiations stretch into the night as both sides hold firm on core demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United Wits
Newlands
T.alter
Lake to close August 1 for Potter Lake
Lawrence residents face an earlier end to lake season as Potter Lake will close on August 1. University funding ends with summer term and guards may not be kept. townspeople may pay a small fee to keep the lake open if proper arrangements are made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Potter Lake
University
Unimer
Edout
Keyit
Inthen
Laterence
Hhune
Camp Meetings Succeed at Bunn's Grove in Summer
The Pentecostal Church of the Nazarene hosts daily services at Bunn's Grove in North Lawrence from August 3 to 20. Families spend Sundays there with three sessions each day, and local directors report strong attendance and satisfaction. Two small fires were reported, one at a shed near Walnut and Fourth streets causing minor damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunn’s Grove
Pentecostal Church of the Nazarene
Bunn
Walnut
Fourth Streets
Going Over Franchise Citizens Conference Provisions
About thirty citizens met with the commission this afternoon at a conference on franchise provisions. Hopes were voiced for a noon decision though the session extended with much discussion. In other news infant Charles Renfrow, age unknown, died from bronchial pneumonia. funeral set for 10 AM tomorrow at the Home with Rev. G N Jackson officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ansevssiva Ag
Panihise
Kanesan
Kay Vedlow
Charles
Renfrow
Louis Renfrow
Indiana Street
G. N. Jackson
Dairies Show Improvement in Milk Quality Scores
University of Alabama dairy inspection results report overall improvement in milk quality with 9 dairies tested. Scores cover bacteria, temperature, dirt, and solids not fat, with several named producers showing favorable comparisons to prior reports. The bulletin, signed by Holyfield Sherman Long and Holyfield, lists individual dairy results and notes ongoing sanitary concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Holyfield
H. W. Sherman
W. S. Long
W. W. Holyfield
J. J. Smith
Ente Apts Suchat Seo
Teria Epa
Wi Brown
H. Coli Press
G. Wilson
W. J. Harding
Oly Field
Iysp
Bryan entertained at tawa thautauqua evening speech
W. J. Bryan was hosted by the Woodrow Wilson Woman Work at a member’s home. He spoke from a balcony praising the Wilson administration. The Indiana Silo Co sold a large winter silo to L. D. Howant and Geo. McClintock of Fairview for erection this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
W. J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
L. D. Howant
Geo. McClintock
Fairview
Indiana Silo Co
Jubilee service marks 25th anniversary of Young People's Alliance
Attendees at Woodlind park Sunday services enjoyed a large turnout with chorus and violin trio pieces. Rev R Wiener preached on the Fellowship of Christ from John 15, followed by multiple pastors and leaders discussing the Young People’s movement. Bishop Heinmiller led the sermon and Rev Butler delivered a visionary address on growth and surrender, while later sessions covered Sunday School leadership and elementary department improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Che
Woodlind Park
Imo Ve
Clements
R. Wiener
Sevsmal
B Einfmeyer
Abilene
Kansas
Find
Mariam Picking
Eyffreyer
B. Barthel
Chautauque
Young People’s Alliance
A. E. Butler
Vanual
Wis
AL Abilene
State Sunday School Association
Warrants Issued for Milk Vendors by City Authority
City Attorney Thomas Harley seeks twelve warrants against milk sellers for noncompliance with the milk ordinance. The move targets violations including inadequate purity precautions, improper labeling, and related provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Harley
Boy Still Missing Believed To Have Gone Toward Denver
Otto Miles has been missing from home since Monday and is now believed to have boarded a freight train bound for Denver with other youths. The train did not stop at Buck Creek, and the group likely continued toward Denver where he may have met someone traveling there. Parents acknowledge information is fragmentary and no direct word has been received from the boy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Otto Miles
Buck Creek
Buck
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