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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1916
Page
1
Prime Minister Lloyd George is slated to address the House of Commons tomorrow, outlining Britain’s position on ongoing war and related political matters. The session is expected to shape policy directions and public messaging amid the conflict.
American Ambassador Walter H Page handed central powers peace proposals to Britain via Robert Cecil as Pope Benedict declares no mediation now. Rome notes no immediate peace terms, favoring victory in arms. Cabinet to discuss, with allied communication planned. overall response deemed unlikely before a week.
The Attamin army is safe in Paris reporting survivors now beyond the Sereth river at Beasarabia. Russians will hold the entire Romanian front after Bucharest Plopehti loss, aiding retreat and potential regrouping behind Russian lines. King Ferdinand retreats as engineers prepare a defensive front between Rinwanikrat and the Danube marshes to halt invaders.
Twelve men feared lost after being separated from the tug Garabaldi in a Baltic storm off New Jersey were saved by the Italian ship Sardegna. The lifeboat crewed by Sardegna picked up the men near Barnegat as signals were seen at 10 o'clock yesterday. The U.S. Army transport Sumner grounded off Barnegat and abandoned by its crew after taking on water and losing pumps and wireless. Prof Richard Price, director at Minnesota University extension, visited Lawrence to reconnect with University of Kansas friends.
Allied dispatch reports a reduction in heavy fighting on the Romanian front as Marshal von Mackensen’s offensive slows. German gains along the Danube and near Fort Douaumont are noted, with Russian fire impacting Bulgarian lines and Romanian prisoner totals cited. Berlin also notes French gains northeast of Verdun and a continued push toward the Belgian border.
Rev. FAL Edwards was chosen president of the Ministerial Alliance for the coming year at the recent meeting. Elected officers include Rev. O C Brown as vice president Rev W S Prien as secretary and Rev J K Young as treasurer. Rev N S Elderkin was absent. morning was given to a general discussion.
The Weston One ion Telegraph company in Lawrence will share Christmas gifts with all employees with one year of service or more. Each worker will receive an amount based on salary, with messenger boys noting they are especially fortunate. One year tenure earns $25.
A commission reports classrooms are underutilized. The study urges policy changes to improve use of school facilities and address gaps in how classrooms meet demand.
The efficiency and economy commission report to Governor Capper favors replacing the state boards with a single governor appointed official. Two members signed the document while Senator J D Joseph refused and will submit a separate report. The panel urges no new classroom buildings at the University now, citing full use of existing space.
Washington reports FTC in talks with newspaper publishers and producers to ease the print paper famine. A proposed plan urges large publishers to cut purchases by five percent to boost supply for smaller papers while manufacturers resist, suggesting rerouting machines from wrapping paper to newsprint.
Seasonal snow arrived in Lawrence, coating ground in white as shoppers report heavy patronage. The Christmas shopping season is in earnest with continued cold weather and a brisk pace at local businesses.
Winter wheat sowing reached 10.090 million acres this fall, up 0.887 million from revised estimates. December 1 condition stood at 5.7 percent of a price, compared with 87.7 percent earlier and an annual average of 93.2 percent. Washington reports the government agriculture department release.
A terse weather note reports generally fair conditions tonight with rising temperatures in the southern portion, and indicates changes from yesterday afternoon to today morning and today afternoon as the trend continues.
General delivery windows will open for the holiday season. One delivery of parcels is planned on December 24 and Christmas Day to ensure all registered, insured, and ordinary parcels reach the office. Public notices urge patience as postal services handle peak parcel traffic.
Unclear draft article reports Kent of the Line addressing a group of school parents and local residents about establishing a room across a river to aid children seeking better schooling. Attendees from the north side include Paypriatibe and Gl Chispani.
The Chamber of Commerce schedules a reunion luncheon at 12:30 tomorrow with a brief business session. Secretary Sparks frees all members to attend the evening event even if heavy business prevents full participation.
Information from focal communities indicates a meeting will organize an Ansde bratievh of the pe Sedon r ute with probable attendance from various parts of the state. The gathering signals broader support for stronger national prohibition measures.
Dr. Moore of Ohio, assistant superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League, will outline how Kansas can back a national prohibition effort at tomorrow's meeting. The Methodist church group plans 10 o clock session with orderly proceedings in the police court. Sunny Alsop was fined 10.50 for speeding and improper driving. trials for Alberry Peterson and John Mull on fighting charges are set for Wednesday.
Lawrence loses its first merchant Paul R. Brooks died yesterday morning at 7 45 o clock after a lengthy illness He established the towns first store in its earliest building and served as a public official during the towns rough early days His funeral is scheduled for tomorrow with services to follow in the local church
Ale Ward, a Lone Star merchant, ships 4000 rabbits to Kansas City and spends over 500 dollars on stock as the local rabbit trade expands. The community buzzes around the rabbit industry with interurban transport aiding shipments. A Probate Judge officiated a marriage between Emil Devers and Lena Giages.
Obituary notes Brooks born July 22, 1854 in York Alaska moved to Lawrence in 1854 and helped found the first mercantile business on the Wakarusa River bank. He served as Douglas County clerk six terms and as county treasurer. Brooks later held bank cashier posts at Watkins National and Lawrence National. His Lawrence life spanned public service, business and a long marriage to Mary Boughton. The funeral at the Masonic Temple with interment at Oak Hill Cemetery will close the city’s banking era Friday.
Brick paving reached the span over the Santa Fe tracks as crews continue river bridge work facing weather delays. Lighting system installation is near completion while contract target dates set for finish approach. Mr and Mrs Earley Shelley are due to arrive from Oklahoma City for Christmas.
California creditors sue Baltimore Oil Company stockholders in Shawnee county district court seeking repayment of defunct company debts totaling between 200000 and 800000 dollars. Twenty two defendants include Lawrence investors with lawyers J Be Wilson and S V Pardee. case tests stockholders liability and may trigger further suits.
H Weyermuller returned from Toledo where Overland dealers of the region were entertained by Overland. The week long affair featured banquets athletic events and tours of the Toledo area and Overland factory.
Washington December hearings before the Senate military committee on Chamberlain compulsory military training bill feature advocates led by General Scott arguing for universal service. Opponents including Walter L Fisher press civic training and citizen reserve ideas as the defense debate widens. President Wilson has not decided, while Major General Wood cites failed militia mobilization on the Mexican border.
England imposes first food restriction banning more than two courses at breakfast or luncheon. Hotels and restaurants report little disruption while the coming meat day prospects a tougher issue for roast specialists. In Colorado a bank robbery ends with $7,500 taken from Stockmen's National Bank after two men fled in a car. Avery Kennedy heads to Blackfoot Idaho for holidays, Bernard Bedde stays in Kansas City.
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