Press of Allies Disapproves Note In Discussion Crowds Out Topics
London reports the American note to belligerents dominates British press with headlines on Wilson Lansing Lloyd George and allied reactions. Paris says allies prepare a united reply while editors note fear of submarine warfare and rising costs of living influence opinion.
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London
Great Britain
Lansing
Wilson
Lloyd-George
Andrew Bonardine
Paris
Stephen Jichon
Polle Journal
Rebitum
Journal
Gaulois
Py Dent
United States
Holy Rome
Thomas Nelson Mise
Rome
Baron Sanerino
Welcome Investigation Sparks House Debate on Stock Markets
Secretary Lansing said he would welcome an investigation into stock exchange speculation to determine if government officials profited. Rep Woods of Indiana proposed a resolution, with responses from Arbainsima and Counselor Valk indicating openness to inquiry and limited knowledge of the matter.
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Washington
Devon
Valk Cui
Christmas Exercises At County Home Tomorrow
Public is invited to attend Christmas exercises at the county home tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock. The program features a Christmas tree and activities hosted by the Presbyterian Sunday School of Violand with a talk by Dr. Naismith and a roast chicken dinner for county home inmates on Christmas Day.
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County Hone
Presbyterian Sunday “School of
Confiscated Booze Narrows Christmas Night Patrol
Two Kansas City men William Majors and Buddy Sanderson were intercepted at the city limits by police while transporting a mixed liquor cache. Officers from county and city sides seized multiple bottles including gin whiskey and wine and released the pair after the liquor was recovered as a Christmas enforcement action.
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William Majors
Buddy Sanderson
Kansas City
Jitterarhin
Lawson
Henry Smith
Sam Silverthorn
Force
Parker
Cedar Brook
Glenhol
Villa Said To Be On His Way North
New details report Villa forces advancing toward Chihuahua City with ongoing fighting early yesterday. Foreign observers note capture and execution of Mexican troops, with Torreon and Santa Rosalia news tied to Villa campaigns. Americans fleeing Torreon arrive under British consular protection as U S officials assess safety zones in Mexico.
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Villa
ML Taga Pense
Tarrean
Sea Villas
Washington
Arty
Santa ‘Rosalia
Santa Rosalia
Villa Formas
Calvanis
Chumchea City
Corrina
Canard
Lialse
Chihuahua City
Marth
Torreon
Chidadina Wyter
Bagh
Neon Aeros
Saltille
Tay Cy
Caner Chorbirks
Wimelf
Sallie
Thos
Torreon Air
Thomas O'Pea
Salety
Mexico
State Department
President Celebrates Get Eight Hour Day
Wilson received many presents as turkey gifts were distributed for the White House celebration. The event included a large Christmas tree for children and letters from supporters. The federal arbitration board awarded a five cent per hour wage rise for switchmen with overtime on a pro rata basis, while keeping the Adamson act in question.
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Wilson
Patoewa Runhorers Arbutea Ion Washingtoin
Pias
Mondhy
New York
Federal Arbitration Board
Switchimen
Aiso
Srbilmiters
James F. Canners
W. A. Titls
EB. F. Potter
T.W. Evans
Charles B. Howry
United States Supreme Court
Rural schools progress noted in Douglas county effort
Douglas county superintendent cites 1916 rural school improvements and standardization across six districts. Vinland prepares new building to be occupied after Christmas holidays with a new teacher and expanded manual training and athletics program.
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Iwo Ree
Aglasiate
Ant
Vinland
Esses
Miaaual
Alates
Shipwreck survivor tells tale of Gustave Nelson nine days afloat
Minertean sailor Atinat Nine Days in the Crude Taylor reports acting Secretary of Commerce Dee announcing Gustave Nelson, American survivor of the steamer Rawrrt lL wreck in the Caribbean on October 1. Nelson endured nine days in open water, living on berries, fruit, and improvised sails, before reaching Utien island. Frederick Crout, who also survived, swam to safety as the crew struggled. Nelson is en route to New Orleans to join family, with Rivers reporting details and plans to reunite in Base Lam Avenue.
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Taylor
TD. C
Robinson Cragne
Gustave Nelson
Sf Yi
Caribbean Sea
Nelson
Orlesac
Arabia Not In Allied Service At Time Of Sinking
A report from the British government states that the Arabia, previously not in Allied service, was not armed for the Allies when sunk. Germany claimed in a note to the Seven government that the Arabia was an armed auxiliary. The inquiry followed the British response.
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Arabia
Washington, D C
American statements on German threat and Rockefeller gift
A fragment discusses Count von Reventlow and editorials noting a threatened American entry into WWI. It cites a Rockefeller holiday gift to workers at his Tarrytown estate, a $10 gold piece with a printed greeting. The piece frames responses as attempts to avert catastrophe for England.
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Von
Low
Tarrytown
England
John TD
Rockefeller
Baptists and Methodists Win In Church Volleyball League
In a church league clash last night the Baptist team defeated Union B five by default while Methodist A secured a second victory. County Attorney J S Amirk witnessed as vehicles crossed the new Kaw River bridge marking the first motor car trip to the structure amid ongoing gale conditions.
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Baptists
Methodists
Union
Methodist A
J. S Amirk
Solon
Acr
Kaw River
Tovkuy
Kansas Weather Report Reveals Unsettled Tonight Then Warm Sunday
A Kansas weather note reports unsettled conditions tonight and Sunday with a rising temperature forecast. Data shows temperatures around 28.5 units and a general warming trend into the next day.
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P.m. Yisterday
Art Geeeet
Christmas Vesper Service at Haskell School
Christmas vesper service at First Baptist Church 5 PM Monday features carols choruses and readings by Miss Rath Ellis and Miss Lorene Butler with gifts and offering. Next week at Maskell Institute outlines activities from tree gifts to social, games, chapel program, literary society meetings and a band concert ending with New Year’s day dinner.
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Sera Esee
First Baptist Chorch
Christ
Rath Ellis
McConnell
Othe Ta Ypery
Carel
Shepherds
Iby
Ansets
The
Mlorenes Butler
Maskell Institute
Sarah Andre
Monda
Cemitovd
County Officials To Close Court House For Christmas Day
After a heavy season with tax payments and a new bridge project lawmakers plan a brief rest. Court will close on Christmas Day and county officers will spend time in Lawrence or Topeka with family while EK Moss and wife visit their daughter.
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Christiynas
EK. Moss
Moss
Topeka O
Enine Lozh
Lawrence
Tonganoixie Hosts Practical Good Roads Meeting
A Tonganoxie session on good roads drew Leavenworth County leaders and lawmakers to plan a concrete highway from Fort Leavenworth to Fort Riley. Speakers, including J C Laming and J C McNerney, emphasized tax funding and federal aid to secure a north of Kaw River route via Lawrence and Topeka.
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Leavenworth County
Kaw River
Tonganoxie
Wiscangin
Michigan
Grist’s Hall
Kuehling
Milwaukee County
Wis
Kuchling
Milwaukee
J. M. Gilman
Leavenworth
W. d. Chimpings, Jr
Douglas County
Capit. Harris
Ian Ward
Thomas My. Brauner
Leavenworth Commercial Club
W. C. Sinouss
Bamning
Laming
Fort Leavenworth
Fort Riley
Kansas
Kansas City
Lawrence
Topeka
Grimer
Laurence
J.C. Laming
McNerney
Betty Washington D A offers school prize contest
The Betty Washington chapter of the D A offers prizes to Douglas County school children for the most patriotic essay. An American flag will be awarded as first prize and a set of portraits and biographies of U S presidents as second prize. The contest rules are set by the chapter for Supt. C R Hawfey to follow.
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Betty Washinston
Betty Washington
D. A
Douglas County
Schoos
United States
C. R. Hawfey
Luncheon Postponed by Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce postpones the regular midday luncheon scheduled for next Tuesday due to lingering memories of Christmas dinners. Secretary Hi B. Sparks explains the change is to avoid affecting luncheon plans.
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Chamber of Commerce
Eretary Hi. B. Sparks
Christmas for Prisoners at Douglas County Jail
Sheriff W. C. Curmings continues a holiday tradition with a special Christmas meal for inmates and candy and nuts gifts. A festive dinner will be served, ensuring seasonal cheer for prisoners under his care.
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Douglas County
W. C. Curmings
Gregory Files Suit Over 171 Dollar 25 Cent Claim
M Gregory sues Hermin Broeker in district court seeking 171.25 as due. The filing notes a clerical work claim and cites prior related statements in the record.
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He Oratan Broeker
Distriet Court
M. Gregory
Agai Hermin Broeker
Dist
DEO Ae
Ar. Bracke Ieal Warlier
Sam Moneim
Flor
Western Blizzard Delays Mail as Demand Surges
The Post Office reports midwestern blizzards and staff shortages slow Christmas mail. Postmasters note mail volume 2 percent higher than last year and orders push to secure freight cars for movement. Weather improves, easing congestion. most gifts should arrive by Christmas Day. Edward Dominguez, former Haskell star, visits Lawrence. he now plays for the Central Athletic Club of Kansas City.
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Rington
Bee
Middle West
Mas
Post Office Department
Alway
Haskell
Edward Dominguez
Kansas City
Lawrence
Domingues
Central Athletic Club of
Knights Templar to Hold Christmas Exercises at Temple
In accordance with custom the Knights Templar will assemble at the Masonic Temple on Christmas morning at 11 o clock to participate in Christmas exercises. C M Warfel leaves today on a business trip to Pittsburg Pa.
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Knights Templar
Masonic Temple
C. M. Warfel
Pittsburg
Matthews Lumber Buys Kreeck Yard In Lawrence
The C. E. Matthews Lumber Co purchases the Kreeck lumber yard on Sixth Street and plans to move from the 1000 block on Massachusetts to the new lacque site after the holidays. JG W Baker of Matthews forecasts major advantages from the switch including a switch track to speed stock handling. The sale, arranged by J D Ken mari, aims to begin operations at the new location after New Year.
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C. E. Matthews. Lumber Company
Kreeck
Sixth Street
Massachusetts Street
JG. W. Baker
Matthews Company
Lawrence
Kareeck
Matthews Lumber Company
J. D. Kenmari
Farmers Unite to Ban Sunday Hunting in Township
Forty two Grant township farmers issued a warning that no hunting is allowed on Sunday without written permission. Some will grant permission selectively while others ban hunting on their farms. Placards will be printed and farm owners named in the action aiming to cut hunting and reduce risk and loss from hunters on their land.
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Grant Township
M. Dolan
Sam Hill
Storeett
Keee Heck
Laptad
Chas
Ha Wood
Ge Porteous
E. Pine
P. S. Sterling
Clarence. Pine
Clifford A. Pine
Jared
Ty Roscoe Pine
Wilbur Fine
Gadrie Dd
Wall
Christmas Gifts For Punitive Expedition In Mexico
The United States committee reports Christmas gifts for the Punitive Expedition in Mexico total over 10,000 packages valued at about $8 each. Red Cross chapters and individuals donated, filling six large tents aisles like stores with 41,000 cigars 11,000 pounds of candy 300 pounds of tobacco 6,000 comfort packages jellies and two sets of baseball equipment. General Pershing aims to make the holiday the most enjoyable moment of ten months in Mexico.
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Mexico
United States
Red Cross
Pershing
Judge Chase A Visitor Records Unusual Marriage Role
Judge S A Chase of Ellsworth county nears 25 years in probate court and has wed around five hundred couples with only a single divorce in his tenure. He often acts as mediator for domestic disputes before cases reach court and grants licenses to children of longtime couples. Lacey FE O Neal filed a quiet title suit in district court naming Messa A Godfrey and others.
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Mangas
S.A. Chase
Wilr
W. C. Spicer
Chase
Elsworth
Lacey FE. O'Neal
Messa A. Godfrey
Oth
Last Shopping Day Crowds Lawrence Stores Before Christmas
Lawrence shoppers fill stores as Christmas approaches on Monday with merchants closing for holidays. Salvation Army and Social Service League plan basket distributions and a Christmas tree to aid families, while local businesses gift employees with turkeys, money, or bonuses.
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Lawrence
Nation Army
Social Ser- View League
Social Service League
J. A. Hamlin
Poehler Mercantile Company
Bowersock Industries
Fraternal Aid Union
Kress
Santa Fe F Railroad Company
Lawrence Banks
Lawrence National Bay
Atkins National
National
People’s State Bank
Farmers Loan and Bank
Citizens~ State Bank
Wells Fargo Company
Masonic Home Board Plans New Building After Fire Toll
The Kan Masonic Home board met to authorize erecting a new $300 900 structure on the former site after a fire devastated the home early Friday morning killing five. Identified is Gertrude Weigel of Burden Kansas age twenty who died in the blaze while trying to retrieve her wedding dress. Other victims Mrs Frank Fertis Atenison and Mr and Mrs Desse Brown of Wichita could not be identified due to severe burns.
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Masonic Board
Kan- Masonic Home Board
Kansas Masonic Lodge
Gertrude Weigel
Burden
Kansas
Riots in Dresden Wound Dozens as Troops Move In
A Rotterdam dispatch reports violent disturbances in Dresden on December 17 18 and 19. Women attacked shops and marched through streets while police once held back. A Tuesday fight left about 100 women and 3 policemen wounded as troops charged to quell the crowd.
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London
Rotterdam
Exchange Telegraph
Dresden
Pais
Utilization of Cotton Plant Stalks Considered for Paper
In Austin Texas on December 23 officials and capitalists from Wichita Falls and Austin work with the State Agricultural Department to turn thirty to forty million tons of cotton stalks wasted yearly into paper. Two patents are claimed to enable producing about 15 million tons of paper from the waste material.
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Austin
Texas
Wichita Falls
States Agricultural Department
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