22 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1914
Page
1
The report states no side can claim a victory after recent bombardments and battles near fortified positions. Allies and central powers push in western theaters, with cautious notes that gains in Alsace and Belgian fields are not decisive and no side deserves formal victory at this time.
Reported by a Japanese source and a western informant indicates Japanese forces hold a section of army transports at Shanghai. The fleet, including battleship Kongai and superdreadnought, moved toward Kokura port to cover an initial landing.
London dispatch reports that Russia announces the army is advancing along the entire western frontier and maintaining an offensive position at each contact point with German forces.
Aug 22 Pans reports the son of Major Vireytnas, who died amid treason, is promoted to sergeant for his bravery on the field at the taking of Muelhanisert. The report notes his heroic conduct during the battle and honors his sacrifice.
An official dispatch claims a German victory near Metz and the Vosges with cavalry entering allied land. Details are sparse and the report notes no resistance at the towns. verification from London was not possible.
A Journal-World report quotes E Biangardener urging board approval while criticizing current leadership. He claims six board members should be elected this fall and predicts a recall push. Prof Tlinter is cited as supporting dismissal of a member, amid tensions over school policy.
Paris reports Italy plans general mobilization to be proclaimed soon. A royal or government message cites Victor Emmanuel III and Foreign Minister Di Sanzo as key figures amid tensions in Europe. The exchange hints at cabinet shifts and wartime preparations.
A second Japanese cruiser sails from Port Arthur and engages near the Korea Strait and Formosa region. A British cruiser departed Hong Kong earlier and passed through the area en route to its station.
A garbled passenger car fire is described with references to a new vehicle and a powerful mechanism used by the crew. The text mentions flames and smoke, a driven rain, and attempts to control the blaze, but many words are unclear.
Rome reports one of the two physicians at Pope Pius X deathbed disclosed to the Associated Press that the Pope died Thursday, August 30, as noted by E. Marcnafana. Early morning fire destroys most of a barn at 1 TW Massachusetts street in a loss of about 100. Burgomaster Paris is shot and a group of inhabitants attacked in Avrabot Bolgituty amid unconfirmed provocation claims. San Francisco reports clearance papers refused for the Mazatlan steamer by the Washington Treasury Department. ship remains owned by Permin and not originally bought by Germany.
A Rosendal despatch cites an Amsterdam Daily Mail report that Carif thlans were seen Friday afternoon about three miles from the Dutch Belgian frontier near Asseh, eighteen miles north of Antwerp, raising frontier tension.
Commissioners report rapid progress on the new test well in North Lawrence with pumps wired for resistance testing and optimism over water supply quality. Deepening iron levels affect composition. officials note eastward and southern flows, while other sites are assessed for a reliable supply. A delivery boy escaped injury after a wagon accident near Winduill Grocery. horse and wagon sustained damage.
County Attorney J.S. Amick made a trip to Eudora this morning to attend to business related to his official duties and matters of the county.
Prof Milse Tack a German language scholar linked to a German university and Purdue University Fayette Indiana visits town to see friend Harry Dick. He grew up and educated in Germany and arrived in America before the war, preferring to stay to avoid serving in the German army though inclined toward French sentiment. He studied at Purdue for four years before accepting opportunities in German universities.
Fragmentary weather log mentions tonight and Sunday with references to north portion and temperature cues. No discernible forecast, times, or locations clear enough to extract concrete details or actions.
At Haskell Mrs Ison oversees an overflowing canning operation as girls help prepare fruit and vegetables for the school festival. The work includes fifty gallons of mixed fruit, twenty gallons each of peach and grape butter, and hundreds of quarts of peaches. A family kitchen scene surrounds preparations for a school picnic amid bustling activity.
An earthquake was recorded by instruments at the University of Kansas and other stations last night around midnight. Felt over a wide area, the disturbance lasted about 28 minutes with motion strongest near the lower St. Lawrence region and possibly Cuba. Mrs. W J Sinclair of Cotteyville reported the illness of her mother, Mrs. Eldridge.
A civil case was heard this morning in which Clark or Skinner represented by Bowley faced ALC. The jury of six found for the defendant, ending the matter.
County Superintendent Co R Bie ley apportioned the state school fund for the second half of the year. The total apportionment covers 717 pupils across districts including Lawrence Baldwin Dora and Scrampton with largest districts receiving 1090.82 2111.64 and 222jl respectively. Also notes Sanuel S. Gray nominated postmaster for Hutchinson in Washington August 2 18—.
Berlin reports that Japan plans to leave four o'clock tomorrow morning Berlin time if Germany does not answer a Japanese ultimatum. Baron Chinda requested transmission of instructions to the Japanese embassy on how to proceed, but no reply was received from Germany.
Report notes a lease and charter grant for a country club. Over 100 signatories have joined stock sales amid town and out of town interest. Prospective members anticipate club grounds and facilities, with plans for a clubhouse to attract 500 attendees and family access as occupancy begins this fall.
A nineteen year old husband fatally shoots his mother-in-law and wife before taking his own life in Drumwright, Oklahoma. The incident occurred about 40 miles from Tulsa, with authorities investigating the double murder suicide.
Chris Schaake delivered a large load of watermelons to Tie Fer One at the Bigelow grocery. The biggest melon weighed about two and a half pounds and he noted more watermelons were nearby.
A district court filed proceedings this morning in a case titled The State vs Walter Todd alias We Kun Forged Whorris Ts. Marry Amhiphin arrived viaatoring from Chicago.
London reports Austrian losses of 20 000 men in three days along the River Drive while General Leman of Liege is said captive. A Reuters dispatch from St Petersburg notes Russian progress on Austria and Germany, with a large cavalry clash in East Prussia yielding capture of a German battery as aviators bomb German positions.
Baltimore's Cardinal Gibbons believes the next pope will be Italian due to the predominance of Italian representatives in the Sacred College. He plans to sail tonight on the Whitart Liner with Cardinal O Connell of Boston to Rome for the conclave. He added that a pope of American birth may be elevated in the future.
A party of five youths from Kansas City walked 40 miles to Lawrence, arriving at 11 p.m. after starting at 4 a.m. They planned a brief visit with relatives, then return Monday by the same route. The group included Nellie Cunningham Marie Jolson Carroll Johnson and was hosted by Mrs. Arthur Allen at 840 New York Street.
Chicago and Buffalo teams collided yesterday injuring star Joe Tinker. A doctor reports a fractured rib and splintered bone penetrating his lung, likely ending his playing career. Jon Tinker, manager with the Chicago Federal, said recovery is unlikely.
Official reports say Belgians concentrated before Antwerp were completed in good order. Troop morale remains high with no impairment noted among Belgian forces as they occupy strategic positions around the city.
About 240 students and staff participated in a summer outing at the park with a charity lunch program. Lunch baskets held sandwiches, grape butter, cake, frankfurters, and fruit while 30 gallons of juice and two trees were provided by Mr Wise.
The regular monthly meeting of the Methodist Brotherhood will be held in the basement of the Methodist Church next Monday evening. Love E. Stauffer, pastor of the Lutheran Church at Lawrence, will deliver the address. Dr Stauffer is noted for work with boys and patriotism and helped organize the Hoy Scout movement in Lawrence. Refreshments will be served and a large attendance is expected.
A Brussels dispatch reports from Antwerp that German forces will not occupy Brussels longer than needed. They say they will not stay in the capital and are content having marched through the city.
Dr Weatherby will preach on the subject The Church and War next Sunday aside from regular services. He has studied the topic thoroughly and says it fits the present war situation and will be interesting to most people.
Outsider sparks trouble at Sheridan mine in Mulberry Kansas. Guarded mine workers clash over work return amid district unrest. several are injured. Funeral held for Mrs. John Mortenson aged 66 at 2:30 p.m. in Oak Grove. Bargain Day melons offer prize for heaviest watermelon, 50 to 60 pounds.
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