30 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1914
Page
1
Dispatches describe renewed combat in the Aisne valley with heavy shelling. French forces consolidate positions in upper Alsace while Paris notes tactical advances near Ypres and the Meuse front. Opposing artillery, machine gun fire, and bombardments disrupt German lines as Allied troops press defenses along the Somme and Hindenburg defenses.
Karl di Vayalorko of California took first place in a national oratorical contest, facing representatives from five other states. Marte Hasilork represented USC at Los Angeles with the oration titled Oya National Parasite. The event drew hundreds of college students and featured participants from Carson and Newington College and Wesleyan University among others.
Prominent educators and scientists gather for the Sixty-Sixth Annual Meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Science in Philadelphia as sessions begin. Prof. Flamer presents on harmony and the history of science, with multiple sections dividing topics for discussion.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe strict government rules limiting phone conversations in Norway. References imply military oversight and disapproval of perceived German influence, with public and press resentment noted alongside economic concerns and safety fears.
Will arrest prisoners in Leavenworth County following a conference in Topeka with Samuel W Brewster attorney general elect. Frank Miller and prank charges outlined. One prisoner to be formally arraigned this afternoon. Miss Georgiande Charlton confined in Winston.
The Civic League contributes ten dollars to fund house numbering in North Lawrence where residents lack funds to buy numbers. The league notes North Lawrence actions aided the donation for street marking in Lawrence and seeks to repay the help. Mrs Dick Lupton of Topeka plans to attend Thursday events and discuss the matter.
A Sunday School Basketball Tournament at the YMCA in Washington will feature Haskell against the M C A in the first New Year's Day events. The day runs from 9:50 a.m. to evening with league games across divisions and two exhibition contests. Prizes are expected for top teams in the two divisions.
OLU resident Deao Flom Spalding, longtime timber dealer and prominent Lawrence figure, died at home in Lincoln Nebraska. He moved to Lawrence years ago where his children studied. he supported Presbyterian church and charitable causes. He was 81 years old.
The Marmabattna farmers institute opens with lectures across departments and slow registration but growing attendance. Delegates from all parts of the state attend as Mrs Re B Preanor of Lawrence delivers the principal address to close the evening meeting.
A street wagon, slick pavement, struck a street car on Quan street between Fourth and Fifth streets. The rear wheels locked and the wagon was badly damaged while the driver escaped injury. No other details are given.
An official announcement states the State Utilities Commission will on January fourth review whether telephone companies may charge advance rent. The inquiry will determine if advance payments are fair or oppressive, with representatives from Lawrence and others present to argue their positions.
The German note to Washington seeks cancellation of exequaturs held by neutral consuls in Belgian territory under German military rule. The State Department will study the matter and decide later.
The Clay Comer Times notes Docking’s rise from clerk to vice president at Merchants National Bank in Lawrence and his recent revival plans led by Mrs Maker McKivey and Mina Me Kiel. Spiritualist singers from Spokane will conduct a series of meals and lives in Albany New Hampshire at 705 New Hampshire.
A Friday evening entertainment at the Presbyterian Church features a short program of literary numbers and solos on the harp by Dorotha Bell. Open to the public, all are invited to attend.
The county schools undergo renovation and cleaning as districts report building overhauls. The State Board mandates health requirements and regular fumigation, with Tromso noted as fully electrocuted and disinfected at least annually.
A marriage license was issued yesterday by Judge FE Lindley for Charles F Boyle of Spivey, Ransisy, and Edith Milham of Balwir.
Officials and telephone and gas companies agreed to postpone numbering of houses until Monday. City representatives will review the proposed house counts once the numbers are found. The delay aims to align with utility input and municipal planning.
County schools are invited to join a May declamation contest under the county superintendent. Rural and urban students may participate with winners awarded at the event. Supt Hawley is distributing descriptive letters to spark interest in this lost art of public speaking.
The fire department plans its annual ball on Wednesday night January 20 at the Fraternal Aid Union Hall in Towrende. The event marks the midwinter social season with music and refreshments, inviting all to attend and enjoy a well organized evening.
A garbled relic from a wartime dispatch notes Kansas figure Scott will assist in distributing flour to Belgians via Ship No. 1T departing New York. He plans to accompany the vessel to Bele Ada to help oversee relief distribution and related ceremonies.
The Kansas University Glee Club and mandolin players toured the state, delivering varied entertainment Monday night. A good program featured favorites like Somewhere a Voice a, with Vick Williams and Clyle Smith (piano) among performers. The concert opened a week of four, following a well received Salina showing.
Local officials announce a regular switch engine and crew will be stationed at Lanwrente on the Santa Fe beginning February, improving service by routing Southern Kansas freight over the line and shortening holiday delays. Weather has caused some disruption but overall schedules remain normal.
The Lawrence post office will open for a few hours in the morning on New Year’s Day with general windows open from eight to eleven thirty and for mail pickup. City delivery will be made while rural carriers do not run routes. A changeable holiday schedule aims to assist customers with mail.
Telegrams report German forces defending Lowicz and Skierne while advancing on St Georges and Lesport. Russians claim gains near Kawka and Vistula regions with contested holds near Flinders and TaN positions. Skierneiuches and nearby towns are described as no longer in host possession, with capture claimed days earlier.
London reports dispute claims of caste bias at the front. General Creagh denounces sensational stories about Ghurkas, Sikhs, Dogras and other castes. He notes Dogras are cool under fire and Punjabis include skilled Melanimledans. Misconceptions about Mohawk or carved weapon use are false.
A hidden counterfeiting operation with molds and counterfeit money was found in the Jefferson City State Prison. The molds were located in the cell of Van Brandon, a forgery convict serving a term, with half dollars allegedly passing locally during the Christmas period. A social event at Miss Berdina Wineaid’s home was announced as a watch party replacing a box social.
The Laurentide company of Quebec, producer of pulp and pulpwood, plans reforestation of non-agricultural lands and imports reindeer from Newfoundland to test replacing dogs in winter woods work.
The two teams in the Y M C A membership campaign report noon canvassing results. One team shows Hag retail cash and pledges for forty more, the other thirty cash and twenty pounds in plaques. About fifteen workers attended the noon luncheon. The drive emphasizes defense and systematic canvassing for new members. Short Jenks has sent a book titled Our Government's Relation to Finance to the poor farm.
Aboard of education discussed if revenue stamps must be affixed to recent Williams property deeds. Some deeds delivered before the law's effect were meant for recording without stamps, awaiting court decision. Tax exemption may apply to deeds made and delivered before December 1, as advised by the revenue collector.
A brief from Washington reports the gradual withdrawal plan agreed between President Wilson and Governor Ammons to replace federal troops with state forces in Colorado. Troops stationed from Fort Leaves, Canyon City, and nearby posts are to depart as state authorities assume control, with final timing to be set in ongoing conferences.
Paragraph describes sheds built near Belfort for airships and biplanes. English aviators reportedly received machines from Paris and attacked the Zeppelinh works at Friedrichshafen. Air forces operate from Belfort and Colmar making long daily flights over German towns. A French aviator flew over the German fortress of Isterm and was fired upon.
City officials prepare for bond issue to cover about 81,800 across seven funds General Light Water Sidewalk Sew er Park ante Improvement. Heating apparatus ordered for Central School Gymnasium is being installed by contractors and should heat the room after the holidays. Boiler room wiring is complete and janitors ready schools resume.
A man named Kenneth Sullivan was injured this afternoon while coasting on a sled on Ninth Street. The sled struck a buggy at Plank's grocery, sending him into the buggy and causing injuries. He recovered later at the scene, with bystanders noting the accident.
London reports on the American protest regarding British warships seizing cargoes. Officials discuss possible remedies, noting pressure from Denmark, Holland, Norway, and Sweden to curb re-shipments to Germany. Editors debate whether the note will ease tensions or require stricter safeguards.
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