Kansas Regents Seek State Aid for University Budget
The Kansas Board of Regents propose an appropriation totaling about 1,067,410 for 1913-14 and 900,000 for 1914-15 to support the University of Kansas. They urge funding for maintenance, buildings, and expanded state service work to preserve the school's high standard and keep Kansas among top state universities.
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Pennsylvania
Robert Kennedy
Duncan
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Mint College
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Adenn
Hossia
Ston Ot Hospital
Rosedale
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Neildings
Fxte Jon
Compins
New York Underworld Blackmail Probe Expands
In New York on December 14, charges of red blackmail involving 35,000 were examined as a twofold probe. District Attorney Whitman, who sent Mary Goode to the aldermanic committee last Wednesday, has detectives tracing resort keepers paying thousands weekly for police protection. Fatge Commissioner Waldo begins an inquiry into his department, with two detectives suspended pending results.
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New’ York
New-York
Whitman
Mary Goode
Aldermaine Investigation Committee
Fatge
Waldo
Interstate Commerce Commission Upholds High Rates on Produce
The Interstate Commerce Commission today upheld existing rates on produce including onions and vegetables from Louisiana and Texas apples from Oregon Utah and Idaho citrus fruits and canned goods from California Crawford Nebraska and other midwestern points. The ruling confirms the current pricing structure applied by shippers and carriers across the region.
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Washington
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Texas
Oregon
Utah
Idaho
Allies Draw Up Their Peace Terms For Congress
London report says the four Balkan missions at the peace conference drafted peace terms to be presented with a united regent for Turkey. Delegates agreed on secrecy for the proceedings and plenipotentiaries, with Vikoeviteh named as chair if Turkish objections allow.
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London
Balkan League
Vikoeviteh
Deleieites
Misguided Mexican Marriage Ceremony Sparks Local Controversy
Justice James Brooks explains he performed a marriage when two individuals presented themselves with a license and claimed to be Mexicans. He says he would not have officiated if he knew one was a Black person, noting he did not recall the groom from prior appearances. The incident occurred yesterday in his office amid questions about racial bias.
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James Brooks Torkay
Tary
Vernsen
Justice Brooks
Gallagher’s Rentals Prompt Action After Misconduct Seen
A local landlord, Gallagher, rented a house to Wurmen and a colored girl. He disavowed any intent to participate, and upon seeing reports in papers about the conduct, promptly had the house vacated. The town finds the situation hard to comprehend the woman involved.
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Re Wurmmen
Gene. Gallagher
Gallagher
Wurmfen
Old Settler Mrs Phete Ann Richardson Dies at 84
Mrs Phete Ann Richardson a longtime Douglas County resident died yesterday at 84 after a long illness. She lived at 1308 West Eliot Street and came to the area in 1870. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at her home conducted by Rev J H Snyder. She is survived by five sons and five daughters.
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County
Dean
Douglas County
Phehe Ann’ Richardson
Richardson
West Eliot Street
Anegs
Oil Prices Hike Announced by South Pennsylvania Oil
Pittsburg Pa Dec 14 The South Pennsylvanian Oil Company announced a further advance in the price of Pennsylvania crude as of five cents a barrel to two dollars. Ob
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Pittsburg
South Pennsylhania Oil Company
Pennsylvania
Erida
Flighting over love turns to tragedy in Paris shooting
In Paris a dramatic shooting ties Marie Barnes an American woman to Walter Mumm a French sportsman. Barnes reportedly shot Mumm after he shot her earlier in a jealous dispute. Barnes is in hospital in dangerous condition while Mumm’s fate is uncertain as investigations unfold.
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Tre Barnes
Walter Mumm
Walter Munning
Efine Trates
M. Mamin
Hui “Thie
Hag: Hea
M. Min
Let the Good Work: Housekeepers Fight Egg Prices Drop
Philadelphia campaign to cut living costs through sale of selected storage eggs at twenty cents a dozen cheaper. Housekeepers' league officers announce intent to broaden scope of activities. Letters from farmers in Pennsylvania Delaware Maryland and Virginia urge support with low price distribution plans.
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Dee
Hrousekeepers’ League
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
Wayne
Indemnity Plan For Mexicans Wounded Americans
Washington reports that 23 Americans wounded or relatives of those killed or wounded by cross border fire in April and May 1911 will receive indemnities totaling £96,000 from the Mexican government. The report goes to Congress for commission review.
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Washington
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Christmas Giving Plans Unite Local Organizations
A unity effort in Abia City seeks joint Christmas toy donations for needy Christians. Representatives from multiple groups are urged to attend a meeting at the M.C. uA on Monday December 25 at 8 oclock to coordinate gifts and funds. Elderkin asks congregations to donate 100 for toys and volunteers to submit lists of children in need to ensure no child is overlooked.
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Abia
M.C. Ua
Romises Organization
Government targets butter trust in Wickersham suit
Federal action names twenty one defendants including E H Porney of Abilene and C W Kent of Kansas City in a sweeping anti trust case against Elgin and Crest creamery firms. Attorney General Wickersham seeks to curb alleged price fixing and conspiracies to restrain trade in butter, arguing prices harmed farmers and the public. The suit alleges the defendants conspired to thwart fair pricing by publishing baseless market figures and coercing sales.
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Alilene
C. W. Kent
Kansas City
Etzin
Amer Association of Creamery
Buttey
Gil
Shamige
Larner
Vlaer
Aml Rhe
Wickersham
Chicago
Severn
Porney
Hutter
Amendment to Newspaper Law Would Require Ownership Details
Washington report notes an amendment proposed by Representative Mott to remove sworn statements of operation and indebtedness from the Newspaper Law. The bill would require filings of officers and owners, excluding holders of under five percent stock, with religious publications still covered.
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Washington
Dee
Mott
York
Porter Will Contest of Crawford County Election Fraud
Senator Porter, president pro tem of the Kansas senate, plans a contest alleging fraud in the Crawford county district where he was defeated by a Socialist in the last election. The move cites irregularities in the Dec 14 proceedings and targets the Porter contest.
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Porter
Kansas Senate
Crawford County
Civil service reform urged for all high offices
A University of Kansas scholar argues for universal civil service laws governing the presidency governors and all state county and national offices. He contends trained officials are essential for true public service and urges a new standard of preparation for those seeking office.
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United States
Kansas
Frank SV. Blackmer
Ciolozy
University of Kansas
Blackmar
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Aly
Professor Searson Delivers Lecture at County Hall
Prof Searson spoke to county residents this morning at eleven in the county court house about agricultural progress. The talk highlighted current farming methods and noted local families in Hinings Camily schemes without explicit names.
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Searson
Hyakd W. Bearson
Collee
County
The Ante Way Agars and Street Workings
Workmen repaired lobes and cleared streets after outages caused by street lighting failures. The Electric Light Company faced heavy interest during the recent Missionfi Kansas football game as power was restored at a cost, with streets to be well lit as electricity permits.
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Kansas
Arson Trust Case Targets South Bend Merchants
Five men including Ben Kahn of South Bend and a Chicago associate are arrested on arson plot charges. Funds allegedly used to loot stores across the region, with losses running into thousands of dollars. Bail set at $20,000 each as authorities pursue the case.
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Will ‘Ollow
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Chicago
Kahn
Kansas Weather Report Briefly Fair Tonight and Sunday
Weather forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Sunday with moderate temperatures. The report references a Kansas region and includes truncated labels.
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Kansas Weather Report
Rev Elderkin Seeks Aid For Toy Fund Drive
Rev Noble S. Elderkin aims to mobilize the Goat Fellows and other supporters to raise funds to buy toys for poor children of Lawee. A morning collection is planned to ensure children may enjoy Santa Claus this year, with efforts to welcome early donations and broaden participation.
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Noble S. Elderkin
Jim Lomorriw
Santa Claus
Elderkin
Reverend Milton Accepts Milwaukee Call After Nine Years in Lawrence
Rev Milton, long pastor of the Lawrence Christian church, has accepted a unanimous call from the First Christian Church of Milwaukee Wisconsin. He will leave Lawrence in a few weeks to assume duties there, ending nine years of service and leaving many friends behind.
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Lawrence
Ch. Milton
Tim Church
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
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Christian Eperel Oy
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Honeymoon Interrupted as Willie Verrson jailed on new charge
Willie Verrson, newly married to Pearly Hill, was jailed on a proposed charge of violating prohibitory law and maintaining a nuisance. Bail set at 600 dollars, trial scheduled for Wednesday morning in West Wil Nasnes. The couple wed yesterday as the alleged improper conduct case arose.
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Willie Verrson
Willie
Pearly Hill
Syadinat Woernsen
Wilson leaves Bermuda for New York on steamer Bermudian
Woodrow Wilson sailed today from Bermuda to New York aboard the steamer Bermudian. On the quay many gathered as the ship departed. Meanwhile Paul and Russell Friend were seen at Staunton Military Academy in Staunton, Virginia, home for Christmas.
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New York
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Rassel
Staunton Military Academy
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Iron removal via hydrated lime urged for Kaw River water
Professor Young due to state survey advocates treating Kaw River bottom ground water with hydrated lime to remove iron. He explains iron precipitation and oxidation, noting risks of iron and manganese in Lawrence water and outlining methods from aeration to chemical treatment. (Continued: Page 6.)
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Water Company
C. Young
State Water Survey
Young
Journal-World
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Weston
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Soe
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America
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