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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1916

Page

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Bryan Leads Congress in Warning on Belligerent Ships

President Wilson opposes any warning to Americans to stay off belligerent ships. House leaders debate timing as Speaker Champ Clark and Majority Leader Kitchin push for cautious steps while Congress weighs mediation and the risk of war. The debate centers on whether to issue a broad warning or wait for further events before acting.

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U S Leaders Push for Peace Amid Naval Freedom Debates

The president urged restraint and negotiations with Germany to avoid war over armed ships. He emphasized the United States must defend freedom of the seas and protect national honor, while warning that armed merchant ships could trigger a sharp response. White House and top leaders urged unity and a careful stance to avert conflict.

Americana Geriatz Germany United States Clark Wireden Flog Merdet White House Serion

Leap Year Birthday Party Invites Lawrence Residents

An informal notice invites Lawrence residents with February 29 birthdays to a Leap Year party at the Bowersack theatre. Florence Rockwell will appear in a film amid the event, and the unnamed guests are asked to join the celebration Friday afternoon without formal invitations.

Lawrence Lanier Peber Bowersack Ord Yoone Ndme Florence Rockwell Miss Rockwell Neil Nat Goodwin Richard Mansfield Mayne

Radio Club to Meet Tonight at Manual Building

The Lasvyency Radio Club hosts an evening session in the manual building with talks on wireless telegraphy and demonstrations. Attendees will see spark and brush discharge explanations, high-frequency relays, and a live display of radio phenomena.

Fontmauler Farm Athihays Lenin Atlas

Rushing Ballet Stuns Pan Hellenic Smoker Night

The Pan Hellenic smoker featured the Rushing Kaperial Valley presented by the Sgin Chis with a Russian ballet style. About 300 to 400 attendees watched fraternities Sig Chis Phi Delts Signa Nu Alpha fans Delta Taus and Phi Kappa Alpha perform stunts. Other groups included Betas Phi Psis Phi Gamma and Kappa.

Sig Chis Phi Delts Signa Nu Alpha “Fans Delta Tans Phi Kappa Alphas Betas Phi Psis Phi Game Avaviy Wel Kappa

Church Speakers Announced by Local Groups

Representatives from Totercotlyisl ave dissociation will address churches Sunday evening. Speakers include Harry Starlan Kebvio Piorco and Mlarellan urst at 245 before the Issian Endeavor of the First Cirp Hist chaveh. Rex Miller Aven Prepenhurs and John Calene will address the Presbyterian church.

ATE Harry Starlan Kebvio Piorco Mlarellanurst Rex Miller Aven Prepenhurs John Calene

Interurban rail line delay and soft roadbed during repair work

Readable portions indicate the interurban roadbed is very soft in several areas delaying opening. Officers report potential one month before service starts while crews fix the track between Lawrence and Kansas City. Farmers report mud deep on right of way hindering progress as crews work to stabilize ties and plates.

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Dynamiting the Shale at Was River Test Site

Report from Was river area outlines the explosive work to break hard blue shale under the river bed near the new pier. Workmen aid to the upper air chamber during blasting suspension while precautions keep the blast confined. University activity noted with devotional services and student surveys on attendance and interest in campus events.

Midge Kunal Elie Buekete

West Point appointment for Kanats University freshman Thorpe

A Kanats University freshman named Thorpe has passed the two dice test and was appointed to West Point. He is linked to an intended naval academy path in Annapolis, with a related examination and an ongoing examination remedy.

West Point Thorpe Kanats University West Point Tur Naval Annapolis Thi Hohe Robine Son Eymasium

Deputy Assessors Meet in County Clerk Session

County Clerk calls a Monday afternoon meeting of deputy assessors outside the Lawrence courthouse. The session set at 7 o clock aims to issue instructions for use of work and scheduling for the week. Names mentioned include Braeker and Avatay with Fle deities noted.

Perman Braeker Tauly Lawrenrd Courte House Weloek Marc

Sale Tomorrow in Douglas County Sheriff’s Sale

The sale is set for tomorrow to dispose of the balance of stock from a store that has been closed for over a week. The sheriff’s sale terminates the ongoing closure period and ends the store’s remaining belongings.

Kansas Weather Report Shows Change in Afternoons

A Kansas weather brief notes a shift in afternoon conditions with warmer trends expected across counties. Forecasters cite humidity increases and possible scattered showers, urging residents to plan outdoor activities accordingly.

Scouts Hike to Blue Mound From Lawrence Troop

Presbyterian Boy Scouts of Lawrence set out tomorrow on a hike to Blue Mound. The Jordan Sumelay school recruits join the group. They plan to split into two groups and use a wireless set to stay in touch with Lawrence. Outmaster Frederick McNeil leads the expedition at noon.

Germans Drive Into French Lines Near Verdun

Berlin dispatches claim 10,600 prisoners taken as Crown Prince’s forces advance north of Verdun. Reporting from London on Feb 27 describes heavy fighting around Remumont and the ridge south of Beant, with German troops pushing toward Champneavilley and Loude Inout and threatening positions near Verdun. The German conscription of captured fortifications continues as Allied defenses struggle to respond.

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Lawrence meeting pushes hard surface highway from Topeka to Kansas City

In Lawrence last night representatives from Topeka Kansas City and towns along the Missouri River spoke favoring a hard surface road between Topeka and Kansas City. Pitney of Topeka was elected president of the association which aims to secure funding and build the trunk road with laterals. A March 23 meeting was set to report progress while vice presidents from各 communities were chosen to organize locally. The group urged immediate action to advance the project and discussed routing along the river to maximize support and value.

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Plans for Dorights Uppity Techs track meet contest

A committee meeting at the courthouse will finalize plans for a forthcoming track meet and a demonstration contest. Key members include Ce R. Bawley chair, with I. Vhs Met, Lovoupton, M Coffin, Eadera, and Chireue GOES Grewory contributing.

Loughers Dorights Uppity Techs Achation Court House Toplan

Leading in narrow Vanito cane contest by Unty Jayhawker

JaVerne Wilson leads the Vanito cane event while Kathleen Malhulves Dora Lorkett Margaret McEltail and Josephine Gillett follow as other leaders in the field reported by the Unty Jayhawker group.

JaVerne Wilson Unty Jayhawker Kathleen Malhulves Dora Lorkett Margaret McEltail Josephine Gillett

PHI BETA KAPPA ELECTION AT SIS UNIVERSITY CHAPTER

The annual election for the Phi Beta Kappa chapter at the esis sis University was announced. Miss Lynn and several faculty members selected travel to Minnesota for the ceremony. Thirteen seniors were honored including Said Simpson and Latwrence among others. new members will be presented at the annual campus event in March.

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Art Exhibit Opens At University Gallery

The University art exhibit opens tomorrow featuring about fifty pieces by American artists. Professor Griffith of the drawing and painting department is in charge. this year the policy change limits gallery chairs during the sieben hours. The exhibit runs from 2 to 5 p.m. with no charge for admission.

Ose Krv University All Nansias oAmrereny Artien AL Griffith Department of Drawing Silas

New Norfolk to Cape May ferry incident leaves crew safe

After a training voyage a Mevy-hient and Hiner Cretan vessel experienced a mishap near Norfolk. All aboard were transferred to a nearby vessel Dorothy, while the Cretan and crew remained afloat. A radio message confirmed the safe condition of passengers and crew as the Dorothy heads toward Norfolk for repairs.

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Seumas MacManus to Speak at University Event

Seumas MacManus, noted writer, will speak at the university about Ireland. He will read from his own writing and discuss topics including fairy lore and legends, presenting an onstage reading and talk.

Seumas Macmanus Ireland Seumimas MacMais Qwritt Serohall Anther Etnoondal Hamilton

Man From Leavenworth Sought by Sheriff in Whip Alert

In a garbled report a man from Leavenworth is described as wanted by Sheriff Sehnoek. The text references a serious whip attack and a hospital, with unclear details about the suspect and location. The fragmentary account mentions Sim-City and a plan to spend time awaiting further investigation.

Leavenworth Depuy Sherif Sehnoek Leavenyarth Hospine Weiruns

Republican primary costs for voters and officials debated

The county party argues taxpayers should bear all primary expenses while Republicans say most judges and clerks will serve without pay. Officials in Lawrence specify March dates for primaries before the county convention and the Ottawa Topeka gatherings, with city primaries in March and county primaries in August.

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Washington Postponement Echoes in Delicate House Fight

In Washington discussions grow over delaying proceedings as debate intensifies between President and Speaker Clark. The issue centers on wartime policy and the administration’s push against forced elections, with lawmakers seeking more time to consolidate positions before a vote.

Wheat opens higher amid mixed trading on cautious aid

Market reporters note wheat started higher with cautious bids as traders weighed global supply signals and domestic demand. Prices for May rose to 104 while July fluctuated around 1-2 points as analysts assessed weather and potential export shifts.

Douglas County Fine Stock Notes From Littleton Farm

Breeding stock report from Littleton Colorado highlights Percheron line and Berkshire sow. Sutton Unn of Denver ships stock. stock farm operations begin near Littleton with emphasis on quality entries and agricultural commerce.

Douglas County Howe Sutton Blel Endert Denver Littleton Colo

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