Prison break murder mob routs near Milledgeville scene
Reports detail a violent night as Frank Krank, found dead near a Georgia prison farm, was abducted by masked men who menaced guards and destroyed lines of communication. The body was found off a Milledgeville roadside after a staged assault on inmates and staff.
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Prigon Farm
Frank
Millerguvne
Ang
Girisin
Leo’ M. Krank
Mary Phayan
Milledgeville
J. Smmitty
Bina
Iadicam
M. Burke
Burke
Ani
Tunisihien
Athutal
Jeane
Mase Frank
Inn
Bombardment claims reported by British official statement
A foreign news item claims yesterday evening Germany bombarded England near various coastal locations. The British official statement says the damage was slight and there were no casualties.
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Ptangel
England
Landay
Ane
Parton
Harrington
Wiite
Haven
Ja Cyhn
Berland
Sland
Trish Sea
Wuli
City lays tax burden as collectors falter in reports
Officials say many residents owe poll tax while collectors fail to report daily receipts. City finance staff struggle to verify who paid and who did not, causing confusion over yearly tax collections. Ballots emphasize timely payment and proper posting to city records.
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Brooks
Volyfeld
Uit
Jast
Nonin
Pci
City Board Passes Auto Light Law
City officials approved an auto light ordinance after weeks of discussion. The measure requires headlights on all cars and sets standards to prevent glare on public streets, with enforcement tied to street-facing windows and compliance by January 1. Commission considerations included white way proposals and sidewalk petitions as readers reported project details and next steps.
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Massachusetts
Usain Suven
Vonbie el
Utignel
Otis Perkins
Havwreiee Auld ‘Elu Wis
Comssioner Colada
Premium List for Fall Fair Out
Fall fair premium list details agencies and entries. lists local industries and officials. notes housing, concessions and entries with emphasis on completeness and representation. Names of organizers, officers, and participants are included as part of a thorough roster for the September fair.
Decision on Bridge Fails to Move Repairs Forward
County officials and the county attorney debated the Budlura bridge repairs after a meeting yesterday. No concrete steps were taken toward starting work this fall despite efforts to confer with Kenner Lengernworth officials. Local sources indicate continued efforts to resolve the slab and wall issues ahead of potential commencement.
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Atterhey
Towerer
Cory
Iek ‘Holpes
Noel Seriously Injured in Auto Crash Near Coast
Former KU man Noel Vortiird of Washington sustained a skull fracture in an auto accident. Mrs Green dispatched a report as Mat and My Yee returned from a coast visit to San Diego and the coast diving trip. Noel attended the University in 1902 and practiced law.
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K. U
Oe Green
Hivir
Noel
Jaf Vortiird
Washington
Loren
San Diego
University
Robbery in South Side Apartment Ends With Suspects Fleeing
A daylight home invasion occurred at a South Side apartment when two robbers entered, demanded money, and fled after Miss Allen resisted. A bystander noted a commotion and a looping pursuit led by police, but the suspects disappeared as officers gave chase.
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Baler
Miss Benthey
Anne Ich
Wits Wurth
Miss Allen
rAyolic
Asleep At the Switch Holer and the $3 Ransom Plot
A garbled clipping mentions a planned abduction or ransom involving a Black hand style gang demanding 600 with Louis J. Msmeyer organizing a posse to capture the bandits. The text is fragmented but suggests a failed or thwarted kidnapping scheme and a street crime context.
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Louis J Msmeyer
Miesband
Bijckhantlers
Kansas Weather Brief
Readable fragments indicate Kansas weather with small precipitation or temperature notes. Unclear details suggest minor rainfall or snowfall potential and general conditions for the day.
California education dean election signals university future
The University of California plans to appoint a new dean for the School of Education. Chancellor Strong faces scrutiny as the Board of Adminsion considers candidates and reviews the process. A formal address will be issued at the national convention.
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Cnivisivyy
Jr California Fung Amd Avill Inegl
Gie
Board of Admins
Migs -Moodie
Phancelloy Todas
Clancellor
Estes. Park
Cillentors
Start Volley Ball Practice for Topeka Tour
Pre Topeka tour practice held tonight by the Mississippi Valley Business Men's group. Several teams expected. at least twelve players plan to attend. Local speculation notes the event will showcase emerging talents and firm up squad readiness before the weekend meet.
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Business Men
Topeka
Missawti Valley
Business Men's Valley
Tubber
Nepe
Pullers and sellers in Bowery display strong selling idea
The text describes pullers in the Bowery area using strength to attract passers by and entice them toward selling goods. It notes merchants advertise in newspapers and store windows to draw customers, highlighting public interest and eye catching displays as a tactic.
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Bowery
Kuna
Hinton
Gomis
Mana’ S
Lineman Pettibone killed by 2300 volt line accident
Milton Pettibone, 24, was instantly killed while placing live conductors on a pole at a country club construction site. The Lawrence Light Company foreman, Chiles Pettibone, described the fatal shock from an exposed wire as Pettibone grasped the crossbar with his right hand and reached with the left, contact with live current causing instant death. Pettibone left a wife and one child. he is survived by his father, mother, siblings, and fellow linemen who mourn the loss.
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Jarounds
Lawrence
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Light Company
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Yale
Chiles Petthouse
Rhode
Thre
Iim
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Porte Soit
Pettibone
Taos
Skinner of the Light
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Skinner
Fettibone
Victor
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Weeds Grow Fast In Lawrence As City Struggles
A resident claims weeds sprout rapidly despite officers enforcing property ordinances. He reports removing weeds from one view and plans to clear at least two more plots this year. He laments rains also harmed his alfalfa, noting weed growth ruined the first cutting.
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Lawrence
Alta
Repairing Y M C A Pool Delays Swim Time
Repairs began at the YMCA today to drain the pool and empty the area for maintenance. Sec Boltz says work should finish by Friday or Saturday with new tanking and filtration equipment being installed. Nearby, a mine fire in Springfield Wisconsin destroyed surface works, with losses pegged at about 60000 dollars. L W Harris of Birline was a business visitor here.
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Boltz
Springfield
Springfield Co-operative Coal
Motor trip grows long from a short ride
A small motorcycle trip from De Day to Kansas City turned into a long voyage. The riders continued to Baldwin Ottawa and Kansas City then returned to Lawrence Monday morning. Roads were fine and conditions good with normal traffic absent. A violent storm off Haiti delayed Port au Prince.
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Ini
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Kansas City
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Amick
Baldwin
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Alu Prince
Haiti
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Severe tropical storm batters Galveston region and coast
Weather warnings from the Weather Bureau describe dramatic flooding and rising bay waters isolating Southeast Texas towns including Galveston Beaumont and Houston area. A large vessel blew off the causeway and rivers trap residents as Sabine Port Arthur Bolivar Caplan and Caplan areas report flooding with towns underwater and widespread damage feared.
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Mexas
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Geaumont
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Antartio
Austin
Houston
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Texas
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Warry
Grant Township Picnic At Robinson Farm Tomorrow
Grant Township CPA will hold its annual picnic at Robinson Farm on the Robinson estate tomorrow. The event, hosted by the Central Grove Association of Grant Township, has been a ten year tradition with large turnout from members north of Lawrence. Members from the PA and Meubiless will be present to enjoy the gathering.
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Kansas
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Hieght
Chelush
Commission
Indiana
Atreet
Ili
Litlstevet
Com
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Liaowrerige
Lawrence
SINK BRITISH TRANSPORT SUNK BY ENEMY ATTACK
Fragmented dispatch reports the British transport Royal Edward sunk by a submarine with 32 military officers and 1950 troops aboard. Details are incomplete but indicate most aboard were saved and medical corps aided the recovery.
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Inforpia
Svailable
Teidsport
War relief efforts in Belgium and Kansas aid drive
Reader letters describe broad support for Belgian relief and wartime aid, noting contributions from Kansas counties and the National Bank. The piece laments ongoing hunger and hardship, urges continued donations, and highlights campaigns by relief committees and the Red Cross to sustain civilians, children, and noncombatants amid the war.
Pennant Games Tonight Amid Turbulent Finale
Fragmented OCR text outlines pennant games with teams YM and GA involved. Mentions battle for position, potential ties, and winter schedule. Readable facts unclear. main action centers on tonight’s games and possible standings shift.
All Kelley Leads In Winderville Drug Fight
An all new detail from Winderville describes Kelley of Wi ntversl drigsfter Shei supers at the G Ainter Wilson City yesterday with friends Slaf.
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Wintversl
Drigsfter Shei Super
Ainter
Wilson City
Slaf
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