Diplomatic Note from U S Urges Early British Cooperation
President Wilson’s administration sent a lengthy note to Great Britain urging an early adjustment of Allied communications and arms policy. The missive, presented by Sir Edw ard Grey and backed by figures like Bryn and Johnson, frames the issue as a public demand for clarity on exchanges with France and the Entente powers.
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Dew
Great
Britaon
United Shives
Velligereurs
Seteardor
Eadward Grey
Frapaun Secretaay
Cane Johnson
Robert
Amatie
Bryn
Wilsau
Cody
Maivak Polies
Chaenate
United States
Create Brit
France
Triple Entoute
College men meet prohibition debate at Topeka conference
The conference gathers representatives from about 200 colleges to discuss prohibition. Leaders expect a nationwide push as students hear speakers on the option and its impact on their communities and futures.
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Kansas
Phew
Whem
Russian cruiser misidentification by North Carolina commander
Washington reports that the armored cruiser North Carolina at Beirut and Surin informed the navy department that it was a Russian cruiser and not an American vessel which had recently threatened to heatihard Vripali.
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Washington
Oman
Veruiser
North Carolina
Beruit
Surin
Navy Department
Vripali
Maritime disasters claim dozens of lives and ships
A rough summary notes mine and shipping disasters affecting neutral Scandinavian nations through mid December. The tally lists ships from Sweden Denmark Norway and Holland with several vessels sunk and many lives lost, totaling substantial financial losses across involved nations.
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Stockholm
Den
Swivka
Denmark
Norway
Afsu
Holland
County Tax Revenue Record Set as Treasurer Nets 48999 90
The county treasurer's office posted a record daily tax collection of 48999 90 on Saturday, surpassing all prior totals. The report notes a ten day grace period ending Thursday for taxpayers to pay without penalties. Mr and Mrs Theodore Gardner and Miss May Gardiner observed Christmas in Topeka with Mr and Mrs Wilhor Gardner.
Withdrawal Across Austrian Front Predicted Amid Slow War Pace
London dispatch reports slow, tedious warfare with only slight gains for both sides. Austrian defense lines along the Carpathians hold while Austrian and German forces exchange limited advances. Zeppelin raid fears shift to possible bomber incursions from Germany, with officials warning Britons to brace for future air attacks.
Temperature Drops Across the Midwest and Great Lakes
A severe cold wave grips the central United States with a northerly storm pushing southward. Temperatures fall sharply from the north as a dramatic drop sweeps through the middle west and Great Lakes region. motorists report slick roads and sidewalks with travel conditions deteriorating.
Last Meeting of Year 1914 Brief City Commission Session
The city commissioners conclude the year with little unfinished business. They discuss gas and numbers for houses and street operations, noting delays in past actions and plans to revisit the gasoline ordinance next year.
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Wis
Ty North Lawrie
Dinmire
Naren Lawrench
Toll-Ibear
Toy
Filiis Taprnings
First Meeting of Tuter Site Literary Association Held
The inaugural session of the Tuter Site Literary Association of Kansas welcomed 35 societies from Missouri and Iowa, with about 100 delegates and numerous visitors gathered in Warren Street Chorel for Law rence area welcome remarks. Lawrence people and the choral club entertained, followed by a reception for members and guests.
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Tutersite Literary Association of
Kansas
Warren Street
Missouri
Iowa
Ma Ds Uar
Lawrence
Aaa
Vavel
Cmade W
Mro. B
Welvome
Aaldwell
Associ
Aan Whitnes
Lawrence ‘Choral Club
Thera
Copes Jand
Small steamer sunk after North Sea mine strike
Fragmentary report states a small steamer in the North Sea struck a mine and sank. Two of the crew were saved, but the fate of others is unknown amid unclear wreck details and conflicting names in the damaged text.
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North Sea
London
Dee
Former Fort Smith Times-Record Manager Dead
E. R. Arbogast, longtime manager and one of the founders of the Times-Record at Fort Smith Arkansas, died after the paper was recently purchased by A. L. Brady. The report notes his role in establishing the newspaper and references his ailing condition before the sale.
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E. BR. Arbogast
Fort Smith
Last Call for Taxes Urges Prompt Personal Payments
The county treasurer warns more people forget personal taxes and warns of sheriff collection if unpaid. Real estate taxes may be small per item but accumulate costs. Do not use the phone. two days remain to pay without added costs.
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Spersons
Estted von
Flint
Hns
Theta Sire
Prominent Firm Praised For Unsurpassed City Development
A narrative praising Whren Chines and the firm’s investment partner Luxford Investment & Mortgage Co. for steering landmark urban growth. It lauds their foresight in housing expansion and meticulous, science based service to patrons, noting trusts built with buyers and insurers.
Badsky Steers Tops Kansas City Market Prices
Jacob Badsky marketed three year old cntland steers from Geobhpuok farm near Kansas City. The lot averaged about 100 pounds per head and sold for roughly 38.44 each, totaling about 106.47 per steer for the year. The cattle, mixed with shorthorns, were praised as one of the finest lots in Kansas City sales for some time.
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Jacob Badsky
Kansas City
Cntland
Geobhpuok
Badsky
Ue Dewan
Cupid Takes a Vacation In Silly Probate Tale
A muddled local note reports Cupid away on vacation during a probate day. The odd fragment mentions Imanyiy, Donglis county, Hicende, and Midge Lindley amid wedding couples and dances.
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Cupid
Imanyiy
Donglis
Daniies
England Must Pay Commerce Damages Declared by Wilson
President Wilson stated in Washington that damages from Britain over unlawful detention of American cargoes would be paid. He explained protests and potential indemnification plans, noted the issue extends to any neutral, and discussed broader international law principles. Diplomats and lawmakers reacted with varied interest as the note echoed through Congress and Senate deliberations.
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Washington
Wilson
Great Britain
England
United States
Hofmaei
Britain
Ameca
Aucie
Senate
Walsh
Brunswick
Georgia
Tevde
Hoke Smith
Iu Stad
Rneland
Weather Record Highlights A Mild Yet Varied Year In Topeka
Government records from Topeka show a year with unusual monthly weather patterns across the state. The warmest day reached 102 degrees in July while December fell to 4 below zero. Precipitation was below average in January, and the year ranked ninth in government histories. Christmas brought a church program canceled earlier due to other events. A new Richardson’s Typewriter store hoped to open by month’s end at 6th and Maine. Solomon casualty: death of George C. Casputres’s mother.
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Topeka
Wan
Wovernment
Tle
Maine
Richardson ‘S
Farmers Study At Manhattan Institute Opens Annual Meeting
About 500 people attended the Manhattan Institute on the Kansas State Agricultural College campus for the annual farmers meeting. The program included lectures on plant growth and farm night study topics, with sessions filling the institute rooms. J S Barrows spent the day in Kansas City as the gathering drew participants from regional farming communities.
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Manhattan Institute
Kansas Siate Agricultural College
Dart
Alec
Barrows
Kansas City
French Break German Trenches Near Lens in Quick Assault
French forces attacked a German line along a 12 mile frontage from Lens to Arras with heavy artillery and machine gun fire. Infantry surged from trenches as German works fell, a brief bayonet counter move followed, and the French captured prisoners before retiring after about twenty minutes of combat.
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Frince
Paris
Hialt
Germain
Tyonehes
Lens
Arras
Arrested Again John Doe and Emma Roe
John Doe and Emma Roe were arrested again for an incident in combat. The report notes their repeated appearances at the police court and mentions change in roles since prior hearings. John promised to pay fines once he earns money.
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John Doe
Emma Roe
Gime Wey
John
Snone
Returned Missionary Roy Reppert Visits Home Land
Roy Reppert a Baker University graduate recently returned from Korea after five years in the mission field. He toured Baker classmates in town Taes day and plans an extended visit in the United States before possibly returning to Korea. Reppert is from Valley Falls Kansas.
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Roy Reppert
Baker
Korea
Baker University
Wasa
Wasi
Taesday
Reppert
Trey
Kores
Steppert
United States
Keren
Valley Falls
Kansas
Camino Passes Panama in Belgium Relief Mission
California’s relief ship Camino sails through the Panama Canal to deliver food to Belgium, the first Pacific coast vessel for the relief fleet. Camino left San Pedro and reached Balboa on Christmas Day, with further ships Hanna and John Hardie set to sail from New York and Baltimore respectively within days.
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Belgium
Pacific
New York
California
Camino
Panama Canal
Commission For Relief
Pacific Coast
Canal
San Pedro
Balboa
Hanna
Kansas
Maryland
John Hardie
Baltimore
Sidewalk Dangers Prompt Calls For Caution
The thawing snow and sudden freeze make sidewalks dangerous with several injuries reported. Salt and sand help in some areas, but many paths remain unsafe. Mrs. Francisco and Mr. Francisco visit Topeka as guests of the Hamiltons.
Sailor Life Seen Emphasizing Education at Panama Exposition
Lieutenant Burdick of the torpedo boat Jouett discusses how modern naval work relies on electricity and mechanical skill, forecasting sailors will gain practical education for life ashore. He mentions Vera Cruz occupation activity and the Panama Exposition opening as a future itinerary.
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TH. S. Burdick
U.S
Ae Lawrence
Wiliam I
Burdick
O. N
Kentucky
Vera Cruz
States
Nva
Lieut
Lieut. Burdick
United States Naval Academy
Jeuvnt
San Francisco
Panamzexpo
Anti Capital Punishment Society Names Capper as Vice President
The national Anti Capital Punishment Society of America announces Arthur Capper governor elect of Kansas as one of five vice presidents. Other vice presidents include Governors McGovern Wisconsin Ferris Michigan Lister Washington and Senator Happe Minnesota. Arizona Governor Hunt is president.
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Capper
Kansas
Chicago
Dee
Minnesota
Governor Hunt
Arizona
The
Society
Wabash Manager Begins Would Have Been Made President
Henry Miller, Wa bash Railroad general manager, tendered his resignation to take effect January 4. He has been with the road ten years and was expected to become president after receivership ends, while remaining a director and vice president. A separate fire at 200 Elm street caused about 75 dollars in damage but was quickly contained.
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St.Louis
Henry Miller
Wabash Railroad
Las
L. Mason
Elm Street
SE Senet
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