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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1914
Page
1
Telegram reports from Capital News correspondent describe German forces withdrawing toward Dixmude and a contested Belgians front near Ypres. The casualty toll and exact moves remain unconfirmed as battle lines shift along the Lys canal and surrounding areas.
A fragment reports an Allied committee dispatch noting American credit for Belgium aid shipments to be moved by German authorities. It cites London based observers, London Bates, and a shipper’s note on border clearance failings. Printing delays in the US depress Belgium relief sentiment.
A new system at the university replaces the old 10:1a chapel with morning services shifted to 3 o’clock. Chancellor Strong endorses the change as a success after a year of experiments. The plan aims to improve attendance and reduce crowding in chapel sessions.
Fragmentary weather note mentions unsettled conditions in western areas with possible changes tonight and into Wednesday. Specific places and dates are illegible, but hints show a cautious forecast for Cowley County and surrounding regions.
In Chicago the arbitration opening stresses hardships of locomotive workers. Warren 8. Stone, Grand Chief Engineer of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, argues long hours and dangerous conditions justify better service standards and higher wages for throttlemen and firemen.
Article reports Kansas moving aid as one of the first states to support Belgian relief efforts. It notes German restraint on blocking relief, and describes grain shipments, wheat crop value, and generous local responses. It includes a Belgian government thank you letter praising Kansas aid efforts.
Mitchell, the receiver for the Water Company, pledges rapid but orderly repairs to the water plant to improve supply. He stresses work must proceed under court orders and judge approvals, aiming to deliver a steady supply and better service to the public while exploring deeper wells near the current facility.
A meeting is planned tomorrow at noon to elect the football team captain for the year. The next captain will be chosen at a forthcoming event next Tuesday night, with Daniel noted as the sole Missouri member considered for leadership.
A prohibition association plans a talk in Myers hall Sinndas at 130. The sensational convention of the association will be held in To peka December 28 to January 7, with delegates from across America. A note from Herbert Hoover, chairman of the American Relief Commission in London, underscores food needs and asks states to maintain progress reports.
A burning ship anchored at Colombo Harbor carrying about 50 tons of dynamite was saved only by sinking the vessel. German espionage was suspected as the fire threatened nearby ships and harbor installations before the burning craft went down to prevent further damage.
General Villa arrives in the Mexico City suburbs with about 25 000 troops and vows to restore order. He says foreigners and property will be protected and that he acts as commander of the army while Provisional President Greer is the supreme power. A rail collision near the scene killed and wounded several, including General Chavez.
Police investigate multiple break ins with reports of two men entering homes and stealing silver watches. Witness Vic Martin saw two thieves flee. shots fired alerted officers who pursue suspects and extend inquiries to nearby towns. A third man, Sant, allegedly met by Carl Williams, is not yet identified.
The article notes no revenue stamps are in Lawrence and no legal business can proceed without the tax stamps. It lists many taxable items including licenses, deeds, insurance, tickets, and cosmetics, with exemptions for essential goods. Postmaster Finch reports no stamps received and banks expected to sell them when available.
Several hundred students rallied as flames menaced a barn behind Dee Walker’s home at Thirteenth and Louisiana streets. Fire crews finally reached the scene and used a hose from the Thirteenth Street hydrant. the wooden structure burned, but no one was injured and the Walker residence escaped major damage.
Orlando Dimery reports Ferguson tried to shoot him after a quarrel in a Ferguson restaurant. Police charged William Poersisen with assault with intent to kill, while Dimery claims Ferguson retrieved a gun from his home and aimed at him. He remains in jail as an investigation continues. Lieutenant Count Von Moltke reportedly regains health and returns to duty.
In Ark., Deeba reports Tren Mou rain shops in Argenta and Little Rock returned to work this morning after a layoff of about ten days. Officials cited remaining heavy demand and increased overtime as reasons to resume shifts.
A fragmentary editorial blasts Tom Sweeney for leading a campaign against Fraternal Aid, criticizing consolidation efforts with the Denver group and arguing the move would burden members with higher costs. It defends Lawrence’s interests and loyalty to the order amid attacks by rival unions and wage demands.
Regular session notes city finances with receipts totaling £52.20 and public unit expenditures. Police report 19 courthouse cases and fines of £167.40 collected. Ten nis court bills in Central Park lack funds. prisoners to be given work in jail yard.
The White Way street project in Massachusetts advances as laborers install new wires and lamps today. Hopes rise that all lamps will stand ready by tonight and December 1 9814 will mark a brighter street scene with sufficient power from the electric plant.
The policyholders are urged to back a new plan by the Fraternal Aid Association in Lawrence. Officials say a million dollars in assets will stay with old contracts while the organization grows, benefiting the city and university. The message warns against personal attacks and calls for unity to keep the association flourishing.
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