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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1917
Page
1
In a decisive shift, Jerusalem falls under British administration as Turkish forces surrender. British forces tighten control over the city and surrounding areas amid mounting regional pressure and ongoing conflict.
London dispatch reports Jerusalem surrender to British troops after surrounding occupation of the holy city. The capture ends 673 years of Ottoman control and marks a decisive setback in the campaign against Turkey. The article recounts the long siege and strategic push toward the Suez Canal with Allied forces and desert fighting across Sinai.
The Lawrence community appeals for clothing for boys and girls as a cold snap worsens hardship. Call Bell 633 between 7 and 9 am to arrange pickup. Shoes were purchased for children this morning, and Salvation Army volunteers will assist with winter warmth and Christmas dinner efforts, urging more donors to help neglected families.
Berlin announces armistice signed by central powers with the Russian and Romanian forces on the Romanian front between the Dniester and Danube mouths. The war office confirmed the agreement today.
London reports Sir George Buchanan British Ambassador told Russian journalists Britain harbored no plan for coercive or punitive moves if Russia seeks a separate peace. He said Britain could protest Bolshevik actions in negotiations but would not push an unwilling ally to fight under treaty terms.
Halifax reports wholesale arrests of German residents under military orders as the city recovers from last week’s explosion. Efforts to aid the injured continue while firemen saved the burning Pickton cargo ship and towed it to sea where it was sunk to prevent further blasts.
Six of seven KU medical graduates passed the assistant surgeon examination in the naval reserve this fall, placing KU second only to the University of Pennsylvania. The medics enlisted in the naval reserve as soon as they earned their degrees last spring.
Secretary McAdoo will appoint incorporated banks and trust companies as agents of the Treasury for selling war savings stamps and certificates. Banks and trust firms may apply to their Federal Reserve Bank for supplies, with sales opening nationwide on Monday December 3. Stamps will also be sold at post offices starting December 3.
The Journal-World notes several horses stood on the street Saturday without blankets while drivers warmed themselves indoors. While auto owners cover radiators to avoid freezing, horses left unblanketed after sweating in icy winds suffered from the cold, highlighting owner and driver responsibility.
J H Cohn was injured when a taxi collided with a Matthews Lumber Company truck yesterday midday. He lost consciousness briefly and has been confined to bed, believed the taxi struck the truck.
Lawrence Gas Maing showed suction rather than pressure when manager Dodds checked the gauge Saturday night. The report noted 2 vacuum in the pipes, the first such registration seen. No pressure Saturday, but pressure improved slightly Sunday allowing limited gas range use. gas allowance at Fiala is about 400,000 feet.
Douglas County and Lawrence city commissioners met in a Saturday joint session to seek immediate steps toward stronger health protection. Dr. S J Crumbine urged a full time county health officer with full powers, while city leaders agreed to cooperate and share expenses once salaries and personnel are set. He warned of typhoid risks at the University and tuberculosis cases in Lawrence, urging action before epidemics arise. The county plans to deliberate further, with expected immediate movement on the health issue.
A three weeks schedule for four rooms and theatres begins tonight with four minute speeches by local speakers. Each narrator will address audiences on one night per week for three weeks, promoting Red Cross membership starting December 17.
Recorder of Events notes a thirty percent increase in calls yesterday, with long and short calls up as local residents cope with cold weather. Manager W A Nottorf says a full count is kept to verify totals, while disrupted services and a water main break on the bridge increased inquiries.
The document proclaims all inland private property abolished and to be nationalized under land commune management. Lands buildings and produce become state property to be used for schools hospitals shelters. Oklahoma citizens warned by the State Council of Defense to support war contributions and avoid external solicitations for Armenians and Turks.
Dr Sutler will address the Cordley Parent-Teachers Association tomorrow afternoon at four on common colds. First grade children perform at 3 30 for fifteen minutes, followed by a fifteen minute business session. The grade with most parent attendance wins the Cordley pennant. Kansas weather report notes yesterday’s a m data.
Secretary Baker reports Germany has sent its greatest army of the war to the western front. The weekly war review notes a successful Cambrai counter offensive regaining relative advantages and hints at a German thrust against the French front. It also mentions events on the Italian front and links the Austrian war declaration to the Italian theater.
North Lawrence sits without water after a main on the new Kaw River bridge burst Saturday causing a loss of 1629.28 and major disruption. The chamber under the sidewalk failed to prevent freezing. A temporary line is planned to be in place tomorrow morning to serve residents until a permanent relay can be laid, with delays expected due to wartime shortages. Residents are warned to conserve water.
Telegraph Advities reports that visitors are barred from the Kansas State House by an executive council order to protect state property from rioters. Plainclothes detectives will patrol the building by week’s end. Arrests were made in connection with the assembly attack and moved to a Bolshevik headquarters.
A group of Four Minute Men met at the Chamber of Commerce to organize tonight and weekly programs for patriotic talks at area theatres. Harley and assistants H. H. Asher and C. Co. Stewart will direct, with Rev Frank Jennings and Jas. HL Mitchell among speakers. Each speaker must stay within four minutes. Washington reports list Supreme Court support for Idaho Prohibition and a McAdoo critique of forced German-related liberty bond sales at a national Liberty Loan conference.
The Social Service League will continue distributing Christmas packages to Lawrence’s poor this year. Contributions are needed and may be brought to the Social Service Hall. Mrs. A. M. Hamlin, secretary, handles the distribution. Dr. William C. McConnell urged county and city health improvements and hospital planning at the group meeting.
Weather and maintenance woes left the First Baptist Church without heat yesterday morning as the janitor relied on his wife to wake him. The boiler fires were started Saturday to ensure warmth but the building reopened Sunday night with lingering chill. O E Collins returns to Lawrence pursuing accounts and a reputation for hard deals in collecting.
A fragment reports heavy fighting near the Piave delta with Hungarian forces involved and a breach at a bridgehead east of a location named Ceneers River. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Ottawa faced a severe cold wave catching residents by surprise. Gas heating and cooking failed as stores stayed open all day to provide warmth. Many residents gathered at the courthouse for shelter while officials warned relief would await higher temperatures.
Topeka delegates meet this afternoon to arrange the Kansas Day Dinner set for January 29 in Topeka. The group aims to secure a nationally prominent speaker for the annual Republican event and discuss program details.
A Washington report details a rebel coalition led by Generals Kaladines Korniloff and Dutoff in southeastern Russia. The proclamation claims enemies of the people seek to destroy peace, seize power, and starve Siberia by cutting bread to the front, with Kaladines declaring a state of war in the Don region and Korniloff returning from prison to bolster actions against the revolutionary government.
The Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive examination for clerk positions in Lawrence for men and women on January 6, 1918. Entrance pay is 1100 a year during the war, rising to 1200 after three months. Vacancies in Washington will be filled from this exam. Applicants must be 18 by exam day and should apply at the Post Office to get Form 304 from Local Secretary W. H. Mays.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the Romanian government compelled to accept participation in a peace conference after an ultimatum from Russia. German actions at the Lokal Auespee are tied to this development, with Russia demanding an export stoppage of certain materials.
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