Germany Silent About Prisoners In Turbulent Times
The State Department had received no reply from Germany regarding the status of Americans seized on the prize ship Arrowdale. Ambassador to Constantinople also reported no news on Americans in Turkey. Officials said a congressional address by President Wilson could come soon, but no definite timing existed.
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Washington, D. C
Germany
Congress
Mre Alla
State Department
Pisa
Tas
al Havre
France
Lansing
Wilson
Heey Suav
Black On Board Fight in Senate To Defeat Appointment
The Senate nominating fight centers on Colonel Caarge W. Rack of Oluihe Kansas to succeed Frederick J. Close of Kansas City on the National Soldiers Home board. Republicans, led by Leanor Munn, kept the House in session late last night as three current board members were renominated. Rack’s confirmation faces a ballot as the board’s composition shifts amid Civil War veteran service.
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Washington
House
Caarge W. Rack
Oluihe
Kansas
Frederick d Close
Kansas City
The
National Soldiers’ Heane
Leanor Munn
Wo Weals
James W. Wadsworth
New York
EL Markman
California
Pey
Kansas Citys
W. Blavk
Olovihe
House of Representatives
Frederick J. Close
Guard of Governors
National Soldiers Home
Grange
Evil 9
118Th Ohio Infantry
Ably Me. Close
Govenors’ Board
Sith Ohio Infantry
Submarine Sinking of Schooner Sparks Testimony
Captain McDonough of the American schooner Ky man M Lew and crew testify before American coast guard authorities after their vessel was torpedoed by an unidentified submarine near Cagliari Sardinia. The British consul has collected affidavits recounting the attack and near-immediate fateful explosion.
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Cagliari
Sardinia
Paris
McDonough
Kyman M. Lew
Foxy
Rome
Canker Worm Drive Urges Elm Banding Statewide
Manhattan Kansas February 14 The spring drive of canker worms is on and property owners over the state are warned to band elm trees for protection against this pest. George A Dean professor of entomology at Kansas State Agricultural College says milder winter reduced moth mortality but worms will emerge in damaging numbers with warm spells and trees treated promptly should avoid foliage damage.
Death of Former Lawrence Resident David Campbell
Word arrived in Lawrence that David Campbell died Tuesday February 13 in Pasadena California. Campbell a longtime Lawrence resident was nephew of the late Col Sam Walker. Funeral services were held from a home at 289 Bzon Court Pasadena.
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David Campbell
Pasi
Dena
Calif
Lawrence Toving
Pasadena
Lawrence
Campbell
Col
Sam Walker
Hogue
Bzon Court
Pasallena
KEEP UP THE RAIDS WITH BRITISH FORCES IN FRANCE
The Associated Press reports during the past thirty hours British raids in front line trenches have continued, with Canadians early exemplifying trench raiding. Haig's policy favors unceasing bombardment and daily raids to keep Germans in constant defensive and to maintain fighting trim. The French prefer long waits followed by sudden frontal assaults, contrasting British methods.
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France
Associated Press
Ancre
Haig
Cormans
Anther Danil
Witte
National Day Law Debate Divides House Vote Expected Soon
The Webb resolution for a national prohibition constitution faces a divided House with a minority opposing it. The majority claims more than 60 percent of Americans live in dry areas and urges submitting the issue to the states. Opponents warn it could curb state police powers and raise revenue issues. Minority critics list six rejections, saying the measure lacks dates and limits, and imperils personal liberty and property.
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Washington, D
Webb
Wis
House
Renart
Lewier
United States
Tenvite
Indian student Edwards Richards pursues missionary path at W U
Edwards Richards, Piute Indian, enrolls at W U to study philosophy and prepare for missionary work. He previously attended University of California and Haskell Institute, transferring to KU to complete his degree before a planned missionary career among his people.
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Edward Richards
W. U
Dea
California
University of California
Richards
Haskell Institute
Io the Universe
K. U
Villa's Men Raid Border in New Escalation
Feb 15 bulletin from Huchita New Mexico reports Jose Ynex Salazar sending a Border message via Buck Spencer claiming intent to visit and threaten American cities. Reports from Columbus to San Antonio say Americans held by Salazar’s command may include eight to ten ranch workers for ransom and border patrols plan cross-border maneuvers to recover them.
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Salazar
Mexico
Huchita
New Mexico
Joe Ynex Salazar
Buck Spencer
Nimsom
Spencer
Columbus
Andrew Tigtersen
Hugh Acard
Barton Jensen
Thass
Manel
Andrew Peurson
Peterson
Paso
Jose Ynex Sulanar
Lang
Vernor Ranch
Tachite
New Messeo
Lang's
Hachita
John Sparks
San Antonio
Texas
Southern Department
Americaty
Mex
Ico
Corder Ranch
Fanston
Calphol
Th.j. Sickle
Wit
Sickle
Jose Yn Salazar
Ojitos
Corner Ranch
Kansas Weather Report Fragment Summary
Readable fragments indicate a Kansas weather report with references to today at 2 p.m. and tonight into Friday. Details are incomplete but suggest a forecast update including daytime and overnight conditions for Friday.
New Grading System Devised for Graduate Students
The Graduate Faculty at the University adopts a new grading system for graduate student work beginning next fall. Under the change grades will be pass incomplete or failure, replacing the old undergraduate scale of I, II, or H. Dean Blackmer explains the shift to reflect graduates' advanced status and reduce undergraduate style numerics.
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Sant Mo
Snd
Gean FL
Lawrence Boy Helps Work a Considerable Value in Architecture
A historical student, Lawrence, with help from Godan Street and Talolph Chikowub, is shaping a significant architectural exhibit at the University. Prof. Goldin Gull smith notes the two years of work will aid students studying medieval and ancient periods, with a focus on local monument locations.
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Lawrence Boy
Godan Street
Talolph Chikowub
Goldin Gullsmith
Thes May
Hitory
Hitory of Architecte Lirlauh
Lawrence
Ainda Reytotuy
Ion
Freight Embargo Ordered by Santa Fe and Allies
Santa Fe announces an embargo on all eastbound freight shipments beyond Chicago north of the Ohio River with exceptions for perishable goods oil and livestock and limited other items The move aims to ease terminal congestion caused by cold weather railcar shortages and Germanys submarine policy affecting eastern deliveries The policy follows a Gentleman’s Agreement among thirty railroads to curb export shipments and divert empty cars west as fast as possible
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Trapeka
Med
Chicago
Senta Fa
J.B. Koont
New York
Germany
Washington
Tech
Esteerm
Igo
Santa Fe
Ohio River
Gerard thanks Germans for hospitality to Americans in Berlin
German emissaries transmit Gerard’s message praising the German government for arrangements at the American embassy and colony in Berlin. He says German hospitality and chivalry stood the test during hard days, and expresses deep appreciation for treatment of Americans.
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Berlin
Sayville
Pel
Gerard
Three Leases Filed for Oread Oil and Gas Holdings
Three oil leases totaling 287 acres were filed yesterday at the county register of deeds office. The lands in the southern portion of the county are owned by John M. Flory and involve the Oread Oil and Gas Company. Leases were secured by UW with parties Hosterman and Postman plus D. H. Keslen.
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Oread OF & Gas Company
Hosterman
Teoanty S
Office of the Register Ah
Oread Oil‘and Gas Company
John M. Flory
Wmn
Postman
D. H. Keslen
Action on water plant deferred for state commission review
State Utilities Commission will take up plans for Lawrence water works next week. Advisory water board and city officials aim for prompt action once approved. Tomorrow a meeting of the advisory water board will discuss the plan with NL Veatch, consulting engineer, as Black & Veatch complete cost estimates. The bond details total 756,604.12 with internal and external improvements. T. J. Stier, engineer, is tied up with gas heating in Kansas City.
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State Utilities Commission
Lawrence
Advisory Water Board
NL Veatel
Black, & Veatch, Shas
J Imd
Veatch
Norrow
Utilities Commission
Latersal
T. J. Stier
Kansas City
Fraternal Aid Union Supports Boy Garden Plan
The Fraternal Aid Union backs a statewide campaign by the child welfare department at the University to involve boy gardeners. A $100 gold prize will go to the best school or community group, $50 to the runner up, with plans running until May 1, 1918.
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Professor McKeever
Kansas
Epidemic Fear Tied to Smallpox Case at University
Health officials report a lone smallpox case near James Knoles at the university. Knoles roommate cached notes leading to isolation actions. authorities deem no wider spread likely though measles and precautionary steps complicate shared facilities. County health officer Dr John Rudolph criticizes university handling. state health officer S J Crumbine orders isolation at University Hospital.
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University Authoritie
James Knoles
Clijgnes
University Hospital
Knoles
John Rudolph
Inoles
H Vital
Judeivh
University Solution
Francis Fuhra Iman
Meade, Suns
S. J. Crumbine
Oficer
Depend on Chemical Car Helps City Fire Crews
The city fire department relies on a chemical car driven by Assistant Fire Chief Lawrence to extinguish blazes. Twenty three fires have occurred this year with water hoses used in only four cases. The chemical car and its large tanks have tackled most incidents, catching fires early before they grow.
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City Fire Department
Lawrence
City Water System
Ines
Better Grades at City High School Highlights
Forty two students achieved high grades in the first semester at City High School, with thirty six being girls. Names listed include Beatrice Abram Leona Baumgartner Dorothy Blackmar Ruth Boyles Marie Brown Josephine Burgtorf Corinne Constant Howard Deay Francis Dietrich Kathleen Doehring Elizabeth Dt Hazel Eberhart Dean Eberwein Elizabeth Evan ah Farrell Jessamine Fugate Ja cophing Fugate Jennie Glendenning Margaret Hill Mary Gower Hill Charlotte Himoe Dorothy Koehring Gertrude Koehring Edmond Learned Stanley Learned Nellie Lynn David Mackie Ruby Manter Jessie Martindale Alfa Metsker Stsuhna Moody Ferne McQueen Ada Reed Beth Rowe Aileen Thomas Hope Selig Janet Simons Charles Sisson Rilna Inger Merna Uttinger George Van Hoesen Edwina Ware.
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Beatrice Abram
Leona Baumgartner
Dorothy Blackmar
Ruth, Boyles
Marie Brown
Josephine Burgtorf
Corinne Constant
Howard Deay
Francis Dietrich
Kathleen ‘Doehring
Elizabeth D T
Hazel Eberhart
Dean
Eberwein
Elizabeth
Evanah Farrell
Jessamine Fugate
Jacophing Fugate
Jennie Glendenning
Margaret Hill
Mary Gower Hill
Charlotte Himoe
Dorothy Koehring
Gertrude Koehring
Edmond Learned
Stanley Learned
Nellie Lynn
David Mackie
Ruby Manter
Jessie Martindale
Alfa Metsker
Stsuhna Moody
Ferne McQueen
Ada Reed
Beth Rowe
Aileen Thomas
Hope Selig
Janet Simons
Charles Sisson
Rilna Inger
Merna Uttinger
George van Hoesen
Edwina Ware
ADDRESSED BATTERYMEN In Lawrence Hughes from Topeka helps drill
Lieutenant James C. Hughes of Battery A National Guards of Kansas arrived in Lawrence to ready the new battery for action. He explained procedures and answered questions as officers from the Topeka battery plan to visit weekly for drills. Also notes on Joe Howard Suill praised in New York Clipper and local interest in a Topeka legislature visit. Edward Weilepp dies at 66 in Lawrence after moving from St Johns to place daughter at state university. body to St Johns for interment.
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James Hughes
Yopeka
James C. Hughes
Joe Howard
Suill
New York
Edward Weilepp
Kentucky Street
Weilepp
St. Johns
Kansas
State University
Pinckney Parents to Discuss Drainage Bond Plan
Pinckney school Parents-Teachers Association set a meeting at the school house to review proposed drainage district bonds totaling about 10,800 dollars. The session aims to address the needs of Pinckney School and outlines in interest and district tensions.
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Pinckney School
Clinton
Kanweka
George
Aris
Two ships sent by the crew of one British steamer
Landed London February 15 as reports detail the steamer Cilicia of 2750 tons sending two ships away. The crew’s actions are described in a concise London dispatch, noting the vessel and date with minimal context.
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London
Mechanical Engineers Day At University Next Month
The University hosts its annual Mechanical Engineers Day next month with lectures by prominent engineers. J. P. Breckenridge of the national society is one speaker invited to address the students. The event marks the society’s longstanding tie to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers since 1909.
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Mechanical Engineers’ Society
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
J. P. Breckenridge
National Society
New County Home Superintendent Appointed
The county commission named C. G. Sizer as the new superintendent of the county home, succeeding Jesse Pier. Sizer previously served as county home superintendent and takes over the duties. The Journal-World also publishes the city water department ordinance in pamphlet form for patrons.
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G Ge Civer
G. Sizer
Hoor
County Commission
Sizer
Jesse Pier
Mr. Sizer
Journal-World Today
City Water Department
Ofi
Red Cross Meeting at City Hall Tonight
Public invited to a 7 30 pm Lawrence Red Cross meeting at city hall. Last week the unit discussed work and planned a Toul training class. Nova Montana editor Raymond Fagan returned this week to visit friends and notes editing Miles City American. President's Day events celebrate Levis.
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City Hall
Lawrence’ Chapiter
The
Red Cross
City
Nova Montana
Raymond Fagan
Fagan
Miles City
Mont
Phi Kappa Fraternity
Daily Kunsen
Bellis Measure On Boards Tangle In Kansas Legislature
The Kansas House and Senate wrangled over a bill to consolidate boards of control and correction, with leaders predicting passage. Shawnee’s W A S Bird introduced a water commission bill, proposing a three member state panel to coordinate with federal efforts for Kaw and Neosho river basins, funded by 23000 dollars over two years.
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Yelups Orexpectuil
Topeka
Secon
Lawrenc
Senate
Noel House
al Stril
Mack
Moore
Cole
Watkins
Montgomery
Layton
Osherad
Prniment
Rejected Plea For Fine Arts Building
Topeka February 25 The Senate and appropriations committee consider the plea for a fine arts building but reject the request leaving the project in doubt and awaiting further action.
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Topeka
Senate and Means Committee
Todas Ine Puildine
Seven Prospective Teachers Receive Certificates
Seven prospective teachers were awarded certificates after yesterday's examinations. The examining board reported the findings, listing Marguerite Brown Jol Korb Jr Adella Dean Perryman Thom Jensen Emily Ballance and LB Faulk as recipients for second and third grade certificates.
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Marguerite’ Brown
Jol Korb
Adella Dean
Perryman
Thom Jensen
Emily Ballance
LB Faulk
Box Supper at Six Corners Tonight at Eight
The Six Corners Community club hosts a box supper social on February 16 at 8 o clock inviting all to attend. Those not bringing boxes should bring materials for plate lunches. Bowersack Ushers defeated the paper mill last night in the commercial basement game.
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Six Corners
Bowersack Ushers
Paper Mill
Bas
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