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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1915

Page

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German explanation eyed on sinking of Arabic amid war tension

Ambassador Gerard to be asked to present Germany's side on the Arabic sinking. Washington reports Germany may explain its actions, signaling a possible diplomatic shift. Finding of an American woman's body announced in New York as relatives await confirmation.

Washington, ID. G State Department Gerard Germany Wilson Berlin Quy Nelson Slite Department Willy Germany Thompson Tho America Todie

Protest Bridge Relocation Hearing in Amherst County

At 2 o clock this afternoon the county commissioners heard arguments on relocating a bridge across the river from the south side toward Massachusetts Street. Petitioners argued lines and siting favor the new alignment, while opponents questioned the method and impact. After the hearing the board continued in session with residents presenting views on the issue.

Massachusetts Street Putlik Thor Bowersack Ite Ollua Sal

Old Leavenworth Bridge Stringers Unearthed

Leavenworth Kansas residents are mystified by the discovery of old bridge stringers buried in mud near the city. Workmen digging for a new structure foundations found remains possibly from a government old bridge around 1850.

Kanesas

Campaign Against Booze Continues with Daily Arrests

Arthur Potts, a colored restaurant employee, was arrested, pleaded guilty to two liquor counts, and sentenced to 60 days in jail with a $200 fine. The anti alcohol drive, aided by special officers, county and city officials, has yielded many convictions as arrests occur almost daily.

Lawrence C. Stewart Siquor Arthur Potts Massachusetts Arthur Sone Clarke New Jersey Wilson Houterson Higuor Giut

Lawrence Melvin Howe Fined for Traffic Ordinance Violations

Lawrence Melvin Howe pleaded guilty to two violations of the traffic ordinance in Lawrence. He was fined 16.50 dollars and paid the amount.

Lawrence Melvin Howe Biter Fox Loral Pole Enous

Bootlegger Trial Set for Today in New Jersey Court

Two alleged bootleggers, a man and a woman, were arrested overnight and charged with violating the prohibition law. The pair will be tried this afternoon in police court before Judge Aptneh.

Ethelwit Ever Tomsam New Jersey

Hill to Represent Kansas at Acadia Convention

J W Hill assistant to the Clerk of the District Court will travel to San Francisco tomorrow night to attend the Acadia Convention in September. He will visit fairs along the coast for about a month. Delegate from the University of Kansas chapter, FON, will join him. Wentworth, another KU member, will likely meet Wentworthy at the convention.

J. W. Hill Frisco Kansas Hill District Court Chartey Rhoss San Francisco Acagia Triternus Fon University of Baness Hiram ‘Wentworth

Million Gallons From 16 Foot Well to Feed Lawrence Paper

The Lawrence Paper Company will receive 1 800 000 gallons daily from a new well at the foot of New York Street, supplying the paper plant with water from river and eight twelve inch pipes. The well, 35 feet deep, is designed to meet growth and renewals, with a caisson and reinforced concrete structure. The project follows waterworks lessons showing the city’s natural supply can meet demand, with daily usage around 1 800 000 gallons at peak in past years.

New York Lawrence Paper Company Fwell City Water Works Poy Nor Anills Eis Immediiate 5

Budget On Time Plan Prompts City Budget Speech

Mayor MW JF ACSC says the city will finish the budget next Wednesday night and proposes a larger budget to fund roadwork and city improvements. He urges a balance of tax revenue and public works to create jobs, improve streets and parks, and avoid crippling finances, while awaiting Treasurer Kreeck's report. Prof F C Wht of Wichita visits, and Mrs. Be has returned home.

Alrigs JF Acsc George Wreeele Lawrence Huguet Tolkly Board of Commissioners Tanigeine Palsd Intig Kreeck F.C Wichita

Kansas Weather Note Predicts Temperature Change

Weather forecast notes a typical day with morning and afternoon periods. It mentions a potential Sunday shift in temperature and uncertain conditions, referencing Kansas. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks concrete times or figures.

Capper to Attend Governors Conference in Boston

Topeka Aug 21 Arvin Capper governor of Kansas will travel tonight to Boston to attend the annual conference of governors and will be away about a week. Governor Walsh of Massachusetts recently notified Capper that every governor in the United States was expected to attend.

Topeka Wan Arvin Cappery Kansas

Senators Farrelly and Gogan Address Pittsburg Lodge Meeting

Senator Hugh Farrelly of Chanute and organizer A W Logan spoke at a Pittsburg lodge gathering about proposed rate increases. Joplin organizer Archil and others attended as the discussion focused on the necessity of the new rates, with attendees confident the higher charges cover costs for members and their families.

Hugh Farrelly

County Attorney Favors Purchase of Heavy Road Roller

County Attorney J. Kintel advocates a clearer state law to permit counties to buy a steam road roller, arguing current wording blocks funding for road building and upkeep. He suggests amendments allowing county engineers to approve purchases and use funds for road maintenance, with enforcement against violations, to modernize local roads.

Atte Ainly

Second Suit Challenges Big Oil Dispute Contracts

A range of claims alleges that Chelsea Gas company stock and leases were to be sold for 70000 dollars with a 1/2 percent commission, but Greenlees failed to deliver deeds and papers. The suit, filed in Douglas County District Court, targets Olin R. Greenlees and Artemis Welch, detailing supplemental agreements and disputed payments, with stockholders seeking recovery and dissolution actions tied to the Kansas Oklahoma Refinery and Allene syndicate dealings.

Am, Ca Gorvill Frtewkholders Chetsed” Ik Ind ‘Gas Company Dist Douglas County Olin “R. Greenlees Checylees Alter Gas Company Kansas-Oklahoma Stadt Grentees Atiane Company London Circenlees Ithe Alfinei Compiny Kansas- Oklatigina Hee Alluwe Hetdine Kansas-Oklahoma Company Greentees Lawrence Chelsea Blairsville Artermis Wielehy Corporatio the Plains Greenlees Creemers Gecs Halsnee Ing. Aynownes Cout ‘Thy Greenlees Allnng Syndicate Kansas Oklahoma Chelsea’ Company Chelsea Company Enigbush Mb Greenleess Kansas- Oklahome Co C.H. Rucker Law Bilisti Wichita Smart

Old Boys and Girls to See the Circus

The World and the Gazette invite Lawpende spiro’s old boys and girls aged seventy five or more to join a September 3 gathering at the Baptist church to be chauffeured to the show grounds. Cars provided by Lawrence Rail Way & Light Co will be used for transport and seating will be arranged before departure.

Lawpende Spiro Childre Ees Perent Angem Lowes Baptist Church Dwa Lawrenee Railway & Light Company Eknyds Larence Nike the Gazette

Wallace W. C. Meeting At Mrs Home Monday

The Wallace W. C. will meet at the home of Mrs on Monday afternoon at 2 30. Members are requested to be present.

Wallace W. CG Wallace W. C Hame

Longnecker Reunion Returns to Hometown Roots

The Longnecker reunion gathers in Greenville Ohio near Dayton where J Longnecker revisits birthplace after 1869 journey to Lawrence. Attendees include thirteen kinfolk with siblings noted, among them Miro and Mrs Ben Wilson of Williamstown. The gathering honors the Longneckers and local memories.

Longnecker J. Longnecker Rhode Island Lawrence Greenville Ohio Dayton Longneckers Sf. Bongnecker Pine My. Iongnecker

Baldwin Men Helped On Good Roads Day In Wet Weather

The report details Baldwin residents and businessmen rallying for road work, with Otis Weeks and Milton Counts donating groceries and a car. Despite rain causing postponements, crews including Geo Marshall, A Mann, and Joe Patterson completed substantial road efforts, though weather limited turnout.

Baldwint Business Radn Rolbeen Conants Ae Wering Drs. Uhl and Ohl Geo. Gasson Hyla Ann Powers Geo. Marshall Hoes- Hartley Lumber Co A. Mann Alex Trotter Iess Kennett Em Fischer Grocery Jess Saylor A. Weeks Otis’. Weeks Counts Milton ‘Counts Martin’ ‘Gamble Andrew Hackett Lohr Patterson J. W Marshall ‘Morgan A. Miner Joe. Patterson

Leavenworth Halt Farm Family Town Meeting Report

Halts near Leavenworth discussed road conditions and town plans as Mayou W. and neighbors assisted with updates. Residents noted new improvements ahead of the fair season and anticipated dances, with local groups and automobile clubs among those invited to participate.

Leavenworth Mayou Ile

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