Parole Pleas For Lee Smith Forgery Case
Community pleas flood Judge Latshaw with Christmas cards begging parole for Lee Smith, a Kansas forgery case. Letters from students, professors, and a Kansas City man urge leniency and a chance at education, arguing Smith deserves one more opportunity before Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Smith
Unversity of
Kansas
Uatsilaw
Hu University
Kansas City
Kutlen
Xo Marty College
Solo Inom
Han
Wag
Lats Shaw
Lee Sith
Askies
Tadge Latshaw
Food in the Trenches Amid Shellfire on Normandy Front
A French officer writes from Normandy about soldiers foraging under candlelit conditions in trenches. He recalls eating beef ala mole, the Germans cooking nearby, and an artillery shell scattering pots and food. The narrative notes chaotic relief rotations, constant danger, and the eerie routine of trench warfare.
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Vavre
Dee
Normandy
Treneligs
Pitendilly-Cirgus
Big Candy Sale At Palace of SW Pudees and More
Readable ad style snippet notes a big candy sale at Palace of SW Pudees with various items like Strawberey Nut and Chocolate Nut creams. Mentions a Mayle put al ep pond and Nat anived at Wea pond with chocolate creams and Joe at pois. Possible references to brands, handmade items, and a Pierson’s Cisse Stare or local dealers.
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Palace OF SW
Mayle
Nat
Wea
Pois
Germany isolated by wartime radio telegram blocks
Fragmented report describes Germany facing isolated status amid ring of telegraph and radio disruptions. Mentions Emden Shanghai and Dar-es-Salaam as locations with communications troubles and unclear alignments among Anglo German factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligne
Cerin Jaypee
Pountey
Dave Leenens
Emden- Asores
Shanghai-Isingtan
Uate Cyosa Ganad
Fife
Sehistopsal
Government Overreach Alleged in Misdeeds Case
A fragmentary report accuses government overreach and toleration of private ventures under political expedients. It mentions Lisbudiy Dre and Captain Linder, with reference to interior ministry heads and warring factions, amid claims of illicit cigarettes and tobacco trade.
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Lisbudiy Dre
Avelisi
Fin Govermmnent
Linder
Toinister
Interior
Vavilanes
Privaie Wender
Russians report staggering German defeat in Galicia clash
The Russians claim heavy losses for a German brigade in southern Galicia near the Carpathians with over 4,000 prisoners and three heavy guns captured. They describe reinforcements and artillery movements as they press toward Cracow and the Nida valley.
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Galicia
Othe Carpathians
Strand
Praemysl
Novoe Vitheya
Sochaczew
Russkin Polqud
Miawn
Vistula
Piliea
Dewaber 22
Baura
Rawka
Mistrgewice
Delimavo
Skierriewie
Skierneiwree
Cracow
Pland
Cr Philu
Posi
Nida
Jumelion
Vitula
Kielee
Monterey Capital in Nuevo Leon War Report
Fragmentary note claims General Pablo Gan g Carrangst leads a large force toward land near Matamoros as Monterey, capital of Nuevo Leon, experiences upheaval. The text remains chaotic and partially illegible but signals a military movement and regional significance.
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Loownaville
Tex
Monterey
Caital
Nuevo, Leon
Matamoros
Pablo Gang
Christmas at Warsaw in German War News Tone
A fragmentary war dispatch reports German forces in Warsaw facing reorganization and renewed promises of rest and reward by Emperor William. It notes Duke Nicholes gathering his army to hold the front while troop dispositions remain unclear, making any forecast uncertain.
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Londen
Teles
Aren Petrowend
William Las
Warsiw
Nichules
Christmas Weather Promises Clear Skies Across Nation
Washington Weather Bureau reports sunny, unseasonably mild Christmas outlook with brisk temperatures nationwide. Except for the far north states, skies should remain clear and cold, shaping holiday conditions from New England to the Rockies. Prices on Christmas confections at the Palace of Sweets are highlighted.
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Washington Weather Bureau
Washington
United Otales
Palace OF Sweets
Boksen
Ena Snus
Lovin “Chicke
McNish Thone
Florence Garber
Noe's Creek
McLue Monder
Lily Tattle
Aliss M. Burton
Lena Russell
Kansas City
Alfred Kidlets
Marvin Meisker
Thames
Everett
Ward and Myrktford
Hoover Xpert
Moodie Farber
Tom Dillon
John
Zinaners
Po.t
Shoes shortage drives Belgian refugees appeal in Havre
A Belgian relief appeal from Havre led by M. Sehoellart asks Americans for aid, noting women and children lack clothing left behind during escape while able bodied men find work. Distribution is managed by Ed Vidal with discarded clothes and shoe shortages hampering relief efforts across France. Local sellers promote Belgium San-Tex cold tablets and a cigar shop offers a large pipe and tobacco selection near the People’s State Bank.
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Havre
Dee
Gausing
Muel
Sehoellart
Relief Society of
Sterrey
M. Sehoellart
France
Ed Vidal
Belgium
Sale of German Prize Ships by London Marshall
The mar shall of the admiralty ordered the sale of German schooners including Abarden Wer 24 Your, Kise, Gerrard, Cheadar and Bolivar as prizes. These are the first prize ships sold in London since the Crimea War. Bidders must sign a declaration distancing themselves from enemy association and not purchasing for German Austrian or Turkish subjects. Details mention the auctioneer and prior sales.
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Kise
Gerrard
Cheadar
Bolivar
Admiralts
London
Crimea
Che Haagmer
Wiléwords
Adiualt
Dear Santa Letters From Boy Desires And Dreams
A child writes Santa with a long list of wishes including a Victrola record, a watch, football gear, a Lor gluve, Waterman fountain pen, a Sterne engine, magic lantern, opera, and other items. The tone reflects a hopeful Christmas request from a youngster, listing many specific desires.
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Aansas
Steeensbor
Santa Chews
Lowant
Vietrola
Howard Watlel
Eastman
Getsiaf
Vestrain
Chueuhie
Waterman Fountain
Breweries Out Of Business As Dry States Rise
A muddled dispatch from Voluurbis outlines a 12,000,000 corporation facing receivership amid a dry states wave. Adversely affected by anti beer legislation, the Edition notes the broader impact on out-of-state sales and regional markets, while hinting at lingering debates on temperance policy.
Belgian Relief Fund drives local support in Kansas
Amid wartime needs the Baldwin and Douglas County committees urge citizens to donate to the Belgian Relief Fund. Funds cover freight for flour shipments from Garnett and Lawrence mills, with a goal of about five more cars. Treasurer Dudley Asher reports current balance and calls for broader community contributions. Local letters praise Lawrence, Oread Dairy and area businesses while noting residents’ generosity across ages.
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Hug
Dadiey Asher
Baldwin
Douglas County
Balancs
Aot
Rilice
Dudley Asher
Europe
Belgium
Embargo on Woolen Cloth Exports Endorsed by London
London reports the embargo on export of woolen cloth yarn and wearing apparel remains largely in effect with licenses required for various items. Some yarns hosiery and cashmere may leave with licenses or outright free for specific forms. The policy restricts outerwear and military suitable garments. Skating tonight.
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London
Marie
Iilinnet
Ahildeen
Enghurd
Loriza
Tattooers Busy Decorating Soldiers and Sailors
The article notes tattooists during wartime are busy decorating British soldiers and sailors with British and Belgian flags and inscriptions such as Death to the Germans. It mentions beliefs in tattoos for protection, including crosses on the back, and notes a trend among Belgians and Britons for emblematic designs, despite chaotic phrasing.
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Lunda Deel
Germany
Wisieh
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Latshaw
Smith
Regier Eversday
Abe Wolfson
Wilder S.metcalf
Perkins Building
Lawrence Hierson
Viersun
Hudson
J Drands
Pierson
Amy
Cigari Ai
Mass
Secret Service
Stawp
Griggs. Ieee
Carranza
Porces
Warsaw
William
Dickros
Shaler
Aneepate
J. Pierson's
Culkin and
Jet Os Atleid
Santa
Lawrence
Banta
Ull
Bean & Craig Gram Co
Garnett
Lawrenes
Belgie Webel
the Dread Cafe
Oread
Holida
Gary Hammany
Millecover
Dick Bros
Alfred
Merchants Loan & Savings Bank
Anderson
W.L. Anderson
Massachusetts Street
Bowersuck Theatre
Sherman
Wiggins
Bell Telephone
Royal-Roches
Kennedy
Ernest
Atrailion Attielss
Er Tetany the
Dresser
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