Germans Tell War Resists Cruiser Run Aground and Exploded
Immersed reports from Washington dated August 87 describe German forces claiming a cruiser ran aground after a fight and was blown up by its captain. The action, said to involve a detachment of Russian fleet, includes British aid and various troop movements in Europe. Authorities note prisoners taken, with indications of Belgian and Turkish involvement in a broader conflict. The Russian detachment’s attack and cruiser loss are cited amid ongoing operations to reduce German entrenchments and pressure French positions. The report references Misheian and Pittish soldiers and prisoners passing through Aix Det Chapelle as part of the broader theater.
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Washington
D. Ce
Breebioridge
Corin
Liman Vashi
Whielont
Minnish Bay
Bigsen
Tareas Crane
Aix Det Chapelle
Lund Pashaix Aerm Mailie
Germany
Turkes
Ruassni
British Consul Protests German Warships Off Mexican Coast
Report indicates British consul in Mexico protested German naval presence near the Gulf of Mexico. Aimed to protect merchant ships and cotton trade from interference by German warships. The note underscores tensions during wartime trade disruptions in the region.
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Inlveston
Siul
Mexira
Russia Offensive Push Forces German Retreat Near East Prussia
Report from St Petersburg notes a Russian advance developing, with German troops pulling back as the Red Army presses toward East Prussia and Grodno. Early signals indicate steady gains around August 24 as Soviet forces push front lines outward.
Remain at Post in Turmoil Over Harbor Clash
Fragmentary report notes Tait and others remaining at a post near Sadkieli Kaho as forces led by Governor Waldock threaten a coastal area. Battleship Sawe dispatched. harbor outskirts see disturbances and shelling not confirmed by officials. American Consul Rise Chey reports forty eight hours to evacuate. orders limit movement near the harbor.
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Oat Rise Chey
Thesu
Peek
Germans Push On and Occupy Towns on French Soil
Report from Ostend says German forces are advancing through Belgian and French territory, with Lille and Valenciennes mentioned as targets or occupied areas. Dispatches describe heavy fighting along the front line, noting fortifications and strong German operations around the port region and major cities.
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Bandon
Fran Ostend
Varissail Lille
Pye Resery
Renbais
Vashondennes
Steamer Gottried Blown Up in North Sea
The Norwegian steamer Gottried was blown up by a floating mine in the North Sea. Several crew members are reported dead, with details and casualty figures still unclear.
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London
Gottried
North Sea
Biit
Cres
Lawrence men honored at Masonic meeting in Pittsburg
Lawrence delegates fared well in two elections at a Pittsburg Masonic session. John W. Clark and KR. B. Brown were elected officers of the Grand Commandery Knights Templars. Brownty elected deputy grand high priest. Ay Pound Ay Mr to be elected Friday. Local attendees include AW Clark, Honey Gillham, Jink Tranery, AEL Browne, Chirence Evans, Fred Stine and others.
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Pittsburg
Grand Commandery
Knights Templars
Lawrence Men
Wrence
Sil Las
Coussilona Lie
Lawrence E
Lawrence Magung
Grand Linlee
Wettshore
Dole AW Clark
Honey Gillham
Jink Tranery
EL Browne
Chirence Evans
Fred Stine
Dbo Shoes
Largest convention marks county W T U work in Haskell
Indian boys and girls entertained by music as county superintendents report at the W T U convention held in Haskell yesterday. Reports highlighted evangelistic effort and literature work with Nina Moore of North Lawrence praising the North Lawrence action. Reverend Stauffer spoke briefly, noting saloon history and future hopes. a new department to bring babies to age ten was approved. Afternoon talks covered officer elections and other convention business.
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Tibisias
Haskell
Npr
Fenyangelistic
Channery
Nate Kern
Baldwin
Reverend Stanter
Fawrenes Union
Tuelyineta
Ebilparen Frei
Neva
Diginer
Toa Oelock
Board Directors Plan Grounds and Club House Work
The board of directors will meet to appoint committees to develop plans for grounds, the club house, tennis and golf facilities, and landscaping. They expect full possession of grounds from October and aim to begin work soon, with multiple architects submitting preliminary designs and the charter report due.
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Board
Tanieht
Tor
Clnh
Inuile Tonjelt
Fowal Corporation
Paris preps for siege amid war office talks
Paris reports official actions as war minister Alexandre Miller discusses defense planning with officials. They review entrenched camp measures and potential steps to safeguard the capital amid ongoing tensions and possible siege scenarios.
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War Office
Blockade Details Reported Near Kaoh Chow and Tsing Tau
Wireless dispatches describe a blockade near Kaio Chow and Tsing Tau with neutral ships given 24 hours to depart. The Japanese squadron, described as a PNM force, moves to enforce the barrier while Russian forces report advancing toward Prussia and St. Petersburg. The scene unfolds northeast of Kaonig with ongoing naval actions and official announcements.
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Peking
Khao Chow
Thas T Pnm
Tsing Tau
Fhe View
Miral
Wat
de Jaypurnese
Germany Now Winning Amid War News Flurry
Wireless dispatch from Berlin reports French and allied forces suffering setbacks near Longwy and at the Luxembourg border with Narour forts cited as fallen after a defense. Carnian Crown Prince Varity rumored repulsed in upper regions as enemy positions retreat westward toward Kult tea. In domestic notes, ALM announces return from Kansas City with a new Chevrolet car while E R Brown arrives from Topeka this morning.
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Berlina
Ate
Ags'ds Fauss
Sayville
Narour
Varity
Upper Ave
Kult Tea
Kansas Weather Update from Yesterday and Today
Partial weather memo notes cloudy conditions with possible local showers in the southern portion tonight. Mentions a change in temperature and a rough timestamp sequence from morning to afternoon.
Manager Reports Spy Seen Near Pumping Plant Last Night
An engineer at the pumping blind reported a spy seen near the jump house last night. He noted that every single person approached the work site and attempted to get close to obtain something. The manager suggested a strong presence to deter danger and ensure security.
Mission orders primers for county schools via state book commission
The State School Book Commission sent an order directing that primers and readers be used exclusively in the county’s common schools until further notice. It lists titles and dealers in the county, naming Lawrence, Baldwin, and other local book stores as suppliers. The distribution aims to standardize books used in Kansas schools.
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Comoty
Lawley Haa
Selviwl Book Commission
Teeste
Alyg
Anna Arnett
Anna
Arnold
Kinisite
Kansas
Sie
Maines
Weir Rowiee
Bywk
Willitars
Baldwin T. le Co
Eb Biehted Jol
Mauldin David
Heffner
Baldwin
German Vessel Sunk Off California Coast in War Action
A German ship reportedly sank after engagement with British forces off the West Coast. The Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, described as one of the North German Lloyd liners, is said to have been torpedoed and sunk by a British cruiser, with one crew member killed. In the aftermath, reports mention emergency salvage by nearby escorts and the involvement of U.S. authorities, noting the wartime posture of neutral ports.
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Kaiser Wilhelm Mer
I. Mio
Agar
Liev
Gary
Austrians Evacuate Fort London in Serbia War Dispatch
A dispatch from the Agehex reports that Austrian forces have evacuated Fort London in Serbia near Nogov. The report notes the fortress is now empty as Krogiyevaty's forces advance, signaling a strategic withdrawal by the Austrians in the ongoing hostilities.
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London
Nog
Law Day Fair Plans Highlight County Event Dates
The Fair Days association outlines a multi day county fair with themes for each day. Highlights include Wednesday Haskell Day, Thursday Children Day pony races, a big parade, and new events plus prize money for chess and other competitions. The committee promises top entertainment and extensive exhibits across the county.
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Che
Entely
Danty- Ins
Phig
Bean
Corky
Sens
Lis
Mair Association
Dongles
Local Bridge Plans Delay Amid City Will
Interurban bridge talks stall as commissioners meet to discuss a damper in plans after a death at Mie Walton. Mere Vein pushes forward toward Laverence but seeks two decisive moves and board reorganization before construction, fearing the present structure may not bear continued use.
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Lem
Mie
Walton
Amud le
Vishadil
President Wilson Takes Rest At Mountain Retreat
President Wilson travels to a mountain retreat for a brief respite from his strenuous duties. He left Washington for Cornish New Hampshire and will remain away until Monday, renewing strength after a demanding period in office.
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Wilson
Mountain
Washington
N. T
Russians Press Into Prussia With Irresistible Force
Exe bu nze Telegraph correspondent reports the Russian advance into Prussia continues with an irresistible force. Heeraaps retreat to Osterade and bonen of East Prussia about 100 miles west of Ghnbinnen.
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Prussia
London
Exebunze
Heeraaps
Osterade
Bonen
East Prussia
Ghnbinnen
Playground Work Ends Saturday Night
The article notes playground activities continuing through the season with busy grounds and crowds of children. Directors hired by the playgrounds committee supervise to ensure order. A closing picnic for the Pingkney apoumis drew about 80 attendees who enjoyed the event and the season at multiple playgrounds.
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Successul
Phere Las Bey
A Great Trip Revealed In Osage County Meeting
Victor Murdock recounts a whirlwind trip through Osage County highlighting a campaign rally. Attendees kept an exact count with 1354 in attendance across towns, while Mor Hogan and Betsy Adaen drew notable interest amid a day of warmth and celebration.
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Victor Murdock
Osage County
Burlingame
Scranton
Carhomdite
Overbroik
Mielavan Valles
Queaemo
Melvelh
Au Lynilen
Pibety
Osapes
Hinate
Theterawih
Mor
Mauriflouk
Commissioner Walton Died This Morning
Comissioner Walton, a longtime county official, died this morning after a period of illness. Born in Plainfield and a veteran of the Civil War era, he served as treasurer and held several terms as county commissioner, earning respect for integrity and public service. His death is a great loss to the community and his many friends.
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TC. Walton
Mr. Walton
Tie
Walton
S.C Walton
Amd Si Hotiuiy
Endinna Light Artillery
Lawrence
County
Avaire
British Expeditionary Force Reports Engagements in France
London reports that Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig’s British expeditionary force engaged a superior German force yesterday. British troops sought to resist and prepare for a pending clash as Patterson and colleagues traveled last night for business in Munich.
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London
Premigy
Ions of Commons
Fiekd Marghal iv Tih Freoth
Splerlie
Frebély
State-Adopted Texts for Kansas Schools Debated
William Alien White and Mceatti Hil McCarter introduce classic readings adopted for Kansas public schools. Superintendent Smith notes new texts replace last year’s, with Sept and opening of school terms set for distribution. Local dealers ordered to supply the adopted volumes as teachers prepare lesson plans and classes review authors like Carruth Longfellow and Shakespeare.
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William Alien White
Mceatti Hil McCarter
Kaasis
Dubout
Rendént Smith
Afd
Lis
St. the S
Smith
Atnell
Muller
Will
Hans
Willi Herbert Carruth
Rence
Guumussion
Halph Waldo
Moar
Washington
The
Kansas
Detphen
Siawe
Ralph
Lanier Hermwarista
Jatin G. Mwhittie
Tarethy Mallory
Quebec
Friunening
Leon Jaane Ware
William Cullen Sande
Ralph Wt
Enersorg
Vy Vanveline
Henry W. Longfellow
Whitman
Oliver Wendell Holiness
John Trew
Valley of the
TN McCarters
Welling Therbert Garralk
Lake
Walter Seal
Merchant Tuniee
William Shakespeare
War dispatches show Belgrade shelling and refugees
The report notes Belgrade under shelling by airships as crowds flee the city. It mentions the steamer Cegille departing New York with $10,000,000 and entering harbor at Bar Harbor, Maine. The Aurora event will feature several other European war incidents tonight.
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Belgrade
Hearst-Selig News Pictorial
Cegille
New York
Bar’ Harbor
Europe
Aurora
Road Condition Report Between Lawrence and Heilea
A fragment describes a recently dragged road between Lawrence and Heilea. It notes the surface being in good condition and confirms ongoing regular drag maintenance to keep it passable.
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Lawrence
Heilea
Japan's justice minister vows neutrality after China actions
Tokio reports Justice Minister Yukio Oxiki says Japan will stay neutral if Kiao Chow is captured, with hostilities in China and the China Sea ending and Japan becoming an onlooker. The brief notes Mrs Harvey of Bnpar ih visiting the area yesterday.
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Tokio
Yukio, Oxiki
Japan
Kansan
China Sea
Kiao Chow
China
Europe
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Kaonig
Alsace
Linn Ig
Kansas City
Willy
E.R. Brown
Topeka
Association
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Lawrence Hal
Adaen
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Anna Daggart
Fi Patterson
Aolin
Sheen
Anna W. Aviett
Ehiow
William Carruth
Professire
Kigo
CC . Harvey
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