Real test comes in U boat warfare and amendments
Washington reports Germany remains calm over break with the United States while the real test lies in submarine warfare. Three emergency naval amendments seek $150 million in 3 percent bonds for rapid ship and weapon production, plus $100 million for patents and aircraft development. Provisions would empower the president and navy to requisition plants and draft workers if needed. London dispatch says Berlin backs Wilson’s wish for no conflict and notes Germany's appraisal of non hostile tone after the president's speech.
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United States
Zimmerman
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Padgett
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Naval Establishment
London
Berlin
Am Merman
Germany
Wilson
Relief Steamer Lars Kruse Sunk Near Belgian Coast
London Feb 6 Nothing is known to regarding the fate of the crew of the relief steamer Lars Kruse, sunk by a torpedo or mine near the Belgian coast yesterday. The ship touched at Teus Palmus January 20 and would have arrived at Rotterdam about February 10. She carried the flag of the Belgian relief commission.
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Belgian Relief Commission
Sinking of collier Raye Stone kills American seaman
Washington reports from Consul Frost in Queenstown say the British collier Raye Stone was sunk by a German submarine on February 4. Richard Wallace of Baltimore, an American negro seaman, was killed during shelling of the boat as it entered the encounter. Details are not yet available.
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State Department
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Frost
Raye
Ameridan Negra
Uble
Richard Wallace
Baltimore
Adrift in Open Boat From Algorta Sinking
Brest Feb 6 Captain and twelve crewmen of the Spanish steamer Algorta were landed by a steam trawler after forty six hours adrift following a submarine attack. Twelve sailors died from privation and several refugees suffer severe frostbite with others in serious condition.
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Switzerland Holds Back From Ending Ties With Germany
Switzerland debates Wilson note inviting joining U S action on Germany. Swiss federal council discussed text. Swiss reply to be telegraphed to Washington. Reports say Switzerland may take charge of German interests in the U S but is not certain. Publication of notes and reactions from Brazil Spain and others reflect international law and neutrals seeking peace.
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Paris
Wilson
United States
Germany
Federal Council
Washington
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Kien
Tanerio
Journal de Commerce
Berlin
Americas
Brazil
Rail
Huge Cargoes on the Seas
The Genpin blockade declaration has not slowed the transfer of war materials from the United States to Great Britain and France. Five ships now bound for Europe carry contraband goods enough to equip two corps. Seven Shackleton expedition survivors rescued by the relief steamer Aurora near Cape Evane. Captain Melstosh and two others perished.
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United 53
Great Britain
France
Clarsir
Europe
Shackleton
Wellington
New Zealand
Shackleton Antarctic Expedition
Aurora
Cape Evane
Melstosh
Strane
Take Sides at Club Debate Gets Too Hot
In a Washington Berlin context the Piks club in Edwrence faced heated discussion on international affairs. Members reported Sunday’s debate grew so intense that action was needed to curb conversation and ban the topic from further discussion.
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Berlin
Piks Club
United States
Treasury reports show United States financially entrenched
The annual report to Congress states the United States remains financially solid with growing wealth and rising obligations. National bank earnings are listed at 590,612,651 for the last fiscal year, up by 30,500,000, while the nation stresses the need to manage every dollar for work and defense amid a strong fiscal stance.
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Washington
Congress
United States
National Bank
Germans in Berlin aid Americans as relations restart
Reports from Bevis via London say Germans in Berlin and nearby areas show friendliness toward Americans after the break in diplomatic relations. Officials at passport offices impose limits until travelers have tickets, while police generally accept return to America as reason to depart. Berlin newspapers say President Wilson misread Germany’s aims and actions in Europe.
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London
United States
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America
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Wilson
Europe
Germany
City considers new water ordinance amid cold weather strain
City commissioners discussed an unreached water department ordinance as cold conditions strain the system. Nearly 1,000 flat rate customers run taps at night, increasing pump wear and coal costs. Water meters break more often, and revenue risks rise while warmer weather is hoped to relieve the plant. Monthly street rents, police fines, and sewer bond purchases were reported, with adjournment planned after bids for fire hose. Ministerial Alliance met to discuss the church's role in modern thought. Engraved school room limited admissions as capacity neared.
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Holyfield
WD. Ross
Lawrenceé
Kansas Weather Report Struggles With Incomplete Forecast
A garbled weather note shows parts of forecast details for yesterday and today with mentions of cloudy skies and colder conditions. The fragment hints at a Wednesday change and partial morning and afternoon readings but lacks clear times or specific temperatures.
Federation Luncheon Focuses on Kansas Musicians
The Lawrence Federation of Clubs hosts its annual luncheon on February 26 at the 10 0 L hall with a Kansas Musicians theme. Toastees, sketches of Kansas musicians, and performances highlight the program as Federation women dominate attendance. guests from country clubs may attend at federation member homes.
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Arthur Huddleston
West Ninth Street
Ella Engle
Iter
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South Barker Avenue
Bell Phone Loew
Second Tanglefoot Banding Begins Tomorrow
The city plans the second application of tanglefoot on elm trees starting tomorrow along Kentucky, Tennessee and Ohio Streets. Owners with self-banded trees must keep bands sticky or city crews will reapply at cost. city-banded trees remain sticky free. North Lawrence areas are exempt due to no cankerworms.
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Kentucky
Tennessee
Ohio
North
Lawrence
National Guard Troop Movements Cancelled at Border
El Paso and San Antonio reports say orders cancelling homeward movements for South Carolina Tennessee units and the Second Wisconsin Maryland Infantries add to uncertainty on other guard withdrawals. Quartermaster department halted returns as Gen Funston note indicated.
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el Paso
South Carolina
Tennessee
Iran
Funston
Quartermaster’s Department
San Antonio
Second Wisconsin Infantry
Wilth Maryland Infantry
Eagle Bass
Spain to Take Charge of American Diplomatic Interests
Spain announces formal willingness to take over American diplomatic interests in Germany. The move follows reports that over 200 American consulates worldwide handle German interests, supplementing ambassadors and ministers previously assigned.
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Germany
Washington
Immeisters
Liquid air lecture by Dr Cady at University
Dre Cady of the University gave a lecture on the physical properties of liquid air at the Kansas Academy of Science in Topeka with demonstrations including freezing flowers into icicles and liquidizing natural gas. Mrs J A Corley of Lawrence died of peritonitis at 1910 Massachusetts Street. funeral held with burial in Wichita where her daughter teaches and another studies at the university. Reverend Chas FE Taylor and others were summoned to Camp Point Ill for his illness. luncheon for new January members of the YWCA in Lawrence planned for Wednesday.
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Topeka
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University
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Icki
Anna Harding
Harles E. Taylor
Camp Point
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Lawrence
Sunday School Workers to Meet in Douglas County
Sunday school workers from Douglas County are scheduled to gather for a meeting. The event aims to discuss program planning, curriculum, and community outreach initiatives for upcoming sessions. Local church leaders will host the session at a central meeting hall.
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Douglas County
Lhoeld Alu
Merchants Short Course Draws Large Attendance
Warm weather and improved trains bring about 300 merchants to Fraser Hall for the annual university short course. Speakers include A. E. Edgar, Harold G. Ingham, Lina Dreselte, Sol Westerfield, John Spargo, and Governor Arthur Capper. The program spans lectures on advertising, trade practices, labor hours, store management, and government reforms.
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Chicago
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Snow Hall
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George A. Nichols
Frank Strong
Sel Wester Figlt
A.e.edgar
Arthur MacMurray
Department of Public Speaking
Arthur Capper
Oil drilling advances near Baldwin and Worden district
Baldwin Kansas February 6 Baldwin extends oil drilling efforts with McAlister Oil Company and Dougherty Oil Company each operating five miles south and north of town. Ore! Oil Company sinks four rigs in Worden district near the town with a small sidestot. Civil Service examinations announced for Lawrence with April 7 date and application details. A H Wise, known as Srt, visits Lawrence for business interests. Wise resides in Oklahoma and is married.
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Board Discusses Need for New High School Building
Lawrence Board of Education discussed plans for a new high school building at a recent meeting. Dr B E Stauffer urged a building campaign to cover long term needs, while others hoped laws would ease funding. Supt R A Kent noted rental or expansion options and the board endorsed a levy approach to support new facilities.
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Banquet Plans for Lawrence Merchants Week Attendees
Acvongements show a large dinner Thursday evening in F A Ti hall by Lawrence business men for merchants attending Merchants Week at K WU. Visitors include Topeka lawmakers and state officials. About 300 guests expected. local business men will help serve and then hear speakers. Dean Butler will sing and Mrs Butler will read. Funds will be pledged to cover dinner and bridge entertainment costs near $1,000. Ungraded School on North Hill near ready to open next week with windows and doors installed amid minor delays.
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Lawrence
K WU
House
Senate
Topeka
Dean Butler
Ile
Este Lay
Kansas Double Taxation Bill Sparks Senate Fight
Topeka reports state House passed a mortgage tax plan splitting real estate tax between unmortgaged equity and mortgage face. The bill, backed by bankers, faces a stern Senate battle. Also under debate are a child labor measure and a plan to put textbook publication under state control, amid requests from the Kansas Teachers Association to oversee state school books.
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Proposal for Compromise on Trading Stamps and Women Clerks
Topeka reports a proposed compromise amid business and labor talks over trading stamps and limits on women clerks. Employers consider closing rules and a nine hour day while a Topeka meeting of the Dowlas Society and county fair preparations proceed. Funeral services are announced for a Saturday death.
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