Hope for relief early next week as coal and fuel hope rises
Partial relaxations of rigid fuel restrictions and optimism over resumed oil field production and passenger train service sparked relief in Chicago as miners anticipate returning to work. Severe cold grips the nation with sub zero temperatures, fuel shortages persist, and Justice Department action on coal prices looms.
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Governor Allen Leaves Pittsburg Kansas
Governor Henry J. Allen closed his temporary office in a Pittsburg hotel and left for Topeka after overseeing the end of the Kansas coal strike. He praised the volunteers who dug coal peacefully and predicted future legislation to improve miner operator relations. The regular union miners returned to work at a steam shovel pit.
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United States
Emma Gollman Abandons Defense Amid Berkman Ties
New York reports Emma Gollman, allied with Alexander Berkman for a year, has withdrawn her legal fight to shield herself from Soviet Russia links. Gov. Henry J. Allen tells Col. E. Lewis that 600 troops at the Kansas coal mines are no longer needed, with departure anticipated early next week.
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Miners Ship Eleven Cars of Coal at Pittsburgh
Make Sew Secord K L Miners shipped eleven coal cars yesterday. Wint Smith led K U gating to skim the Carbon No 2 strip pits, with two other mines contributing one each. The total marks a new high as Aggies at Superior and nearby mines also posted small outputs. Washington area production remained steady at two cars per day.
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Coal for Industries Gains Emergency Supply Access
Washington February 23. An order from the central coal committee authorizes all industries to secure coal for emergency needs wherever available. The move lifts previous limits that restricted supply to five preferred classes. Some companies may still apply to the coal sources assisting them with fuel.
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Trains Restore Normal Service After Saving Measures
In St Louis on December 13 trains returning to normal in the Southwest region by Sunday midnight were announced by regional director B F Bush after authorization from Director General Hines. He predicted coal supply would allow near normal operation by Monday. Main water mains cleaning is delayed due to cold weather and schedules cannot be kept.
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Mail Early Urged By Seewir For Post Office Trade
Postmaster Seewir urges Lawrence businessmen to adopt a mail early rule to handle 17 000 to 20 000 daily pieces. He notes heavy 4 to 7 pm influx strains staff and risks missed trains, and predicts a busy Christmas with overseas parcels needing clear addressing and visible sender details.
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Christmas Baskets Distribution by Salvation Army Planned
The Salvation Army will distribute Christmas baskets to the city's worthy poor as usual. Donations to fill the baskets are gratefully received. Capt. Couch will be at home to receive phone calls from 11 am to 1 pm. Call 633.
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Kansas Wesleyan to Install Journalism Department
Salina Kansas December 18 The Kansas Wesleyan college here announced plans to install a journalism department next year. Mayor George L. Kreeck recovered from a sore throat attack and remained at his office fire as needed. Mrs Stella McHenry was a Kansas City passenger this morning.
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Kansas City
Two Americans Reported Taken by Villistas at Maquiz Raid
Report from Bugle Pass Texas states two Americans and a man were seized by Villistas during raids last Tuesday on Maquiz in Chihuahua. Eight Mexicans also said held for ransom, with ten thousand dollars asked for each American and Earthlisman, five thousand for each Mexican. An Englishman was mentioned in an unconfirmed report. Local residents fear retaliation as Mexican towns near the raid burn and residents stay awake at night.
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Capper Attacks The Profiteer In Congress Speech
Senator Capper denounced profiteers including sugar coal shoe and packer interests while urging the McNary bill to extend the sugar stabilization board and authorize purchase of remaining Cuban sugar. He warned Congress and the president of public anger if the problem persists. Meanwhile the Lawrence Ministerial Alliance schedules a speaker on the family altar at 10:30 at the University M.C.A. on Monday.
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Hard winter seen by naturalist on bird flights south
Naturalist John Burroughs notes a hard winter as birds migrate south from Michigan and nearby regions. He observed many birds moving through the area, indicating harsher conditions.
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Michigan
John Bur- Troughs
O Who
Wal Mead
Allies Seek U.S. Role as League Member Amid Confusion
The piece outlines Allied efforts to join the league, with mentions of U.S. involvement, proposed peace talks, and ongoing global tensions. It notes discussions among leaders about formal alignment, security assurances, and the path to stability, amid domestic and international pressure.
Annual Meeting of School Boards in Douglas County
The Association of School Boards of Douglas County met in Lawrence for talks on board member duties and local teachers. The session opened at the courthouse with discussions, and at noon a banquet was served in the Methodist church basement. no program of talks or music was held at that time.
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Boy Scout Funds Reach 2500 From Donations
Campaign totals show Boy Scout fundraising reaching 2500 with Mr Maver and Thousans Bo'lara assisting. Late start and weather hindered contributions but organizers expect more next week as leaders urge donations from Haskell, university contacts, and local backers to sustain work this year.
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Hitstelh
Mayors Christmas Meeting Prompts Civic Efforts
A likely meeting for Mayors Christmas planning was announced with city officials including Mayer Kreeek and others coordinating volunteer efforts. The Chamber of Commerce will supply the necessary facilities and assemble procedures for civic activities, including a Scholastic Contest with prizes of twenty five and fifteen dollars for top essays. A small chimney fire at 4 24 pm on Indiana Avenue caused minor damage but was contained by a quick fire crew response.
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B. Leimire
Indiana Avenue
President Wilson Walks in Room with Aid of Cane
Washington announces President Wilson is allowed to walk about his room and brief adjoining hall under supervision. Rear Admiral Cary T Grayson, his physician, says the president dresses himself and uses a cane for unassisted walking during short daily periods.
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Alleged I W W Sabotage Trial Reveals Chemist’s “Kitties”
Kansas City Kansas December 18 Testimony at the trial of 32 I W W members claims an undercover chemist Elbert Coutts from Fresno California ran a lab at San Joaquin to make “kitties” a chemical mixture said to sabotage bottles by eating away corks and igniting. The government showed Coutts lab as evidence. defense objected to pre‑war actions, and the lab was not admitted. He55?
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Federal District Cass
Elbert Coutts
Fresno
Calif
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L Laboratory
San Joaquin
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Willard in Court on Charge of Wood Inducing Theft
Willard faces a preliminary hearing set for January 3 in Kansas for a serious charge involving cordwood from a farm near To gekw. He surrendered voluntarily today to U S Marshals with two lawyers, one from Lawrence and another from Osage City.
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Hein
Svood
United & Tarshal
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Beward
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ARS WILL RUN HALF TIME TONIGHT
Mayor Kreck announced businesses may stay open on a half schedule tonight and cars will operate with limited coal. Some streets may not require full service as light is cut to half to support local commerce.
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Kreck
Tyaday
Raver
Massachusetts
Busnen
County Fair Wood Price Crackdown Sparks City Ordinance
A county fair price dispute over wood costs prompts a city ordinance to cap prices and require wood to be measured by the city measurer. The measure, proposed by FF Burke and committee members, sets maximums and fines for unlawful sales, with a 14 dollar floor and penalties up to fifty dollars for violations.
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Ayas
F. F. Burke
Itos
Samant
Burket
Cele
Germany Hesitates Over Entente Peace Note
A Dec 11 dispatch quotes Echo de Paris reporting German replies to the Entente note on a protective peace treaty. Berlin shows cautious acceptance in conciliatory terms but doubts success, suggesting Allies may send a new note and expecting a Christmas protocol.
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Berlin
One Service Tomorrow as Churches Remain Under Restrictions
Local reports indicate several Lawrence churches will hold only one service tomorrow due to ongoing restrictions. Helen Walters Simmonds spent the day in the city, with church activities limited to daytime services and limited evening meetings in some parishes.
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Il Lawrence
Helen Walters Simmonds
Weather forecast for Tapika and Kansas
Weather report notes rising temperatures and a northwesterly storm affecting the region. Heavy snow is expected with a cold night and warming trend later. Temperatures show a jump from 7 PM yesterday to 7 AM today and forecast highs and lows across the day.
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