Extra Session Hangs On Full and Free Debate
Washington Feb 28 The Senate debates a possible extra session as Republicans demand full discussion of measures. The foreign relations committee’s bill to empower the President to protect American rights against German submarine threats faces changes resented by the administration. Prospects of a filibuster grow, with Senators insisting on widening debate to force an extra session while the House and President negotiate terms on naval powers and funding.
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French Papers Assess Wilson Course Amid War Pressure
Paris reports that morning papers praise Wilson's prudence but warn of war as the United States tightens its position. L Homme Enchaine argues he may use pressure to force German concessions, while Le Figaro and Petit Journal predict war could be triggered unless diplomacy holds.
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Lieutenant Candidates From Distinct Colleges Considered
Washington reports that distinguished colleges may name ten honor graduates from the 1917 class and ten from the 1918 class for April examinations for provisional commissions in the regular army. These graduates will be admitted before civil-life candidates under new orders. Gerard Sails For Havana From Corunna Spain James W. Gerard former American ambassador at Berlin sailed for Havana aboard the Tarante Isabel, expouted to reach port May .
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British Advance On Tigris Front
London reports the British press says the line is advancing rapidly on the Tigris front. An official statement says on Monday Turkish forces were engaged on the left bank of the river about thirty miles west and northwest of Kut.
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Applauded Hollwege German Chancellor Discusses U S Ties
Berlin February 27 Chancellor Von Bethmann Hollweg’s Reichstag speech on relations with the United States drew strong applause. The reception and press reports reflect Germany’s stance amid uncertain public opinion as Washington news and U S entry into the war loom.
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Government Corrects Hoax on German War Policy
Washington reports a storm of indignation as officials rebuke a sensational fraud claiming German actions against Allied shipping. The State Department notes the piece contradicts recent history and distorts notes, stressing Germany’s planned moves and U S responses amid war tensions.
British Losses in February Narrow the War Toll
February casualty figures show British losses total 1,243 officers and men, well below January’s 1,2284. February casualties include more officer deaths than the prior month. Reports also mention a fatal road accident near Chillicothe where merchant Cook was injured when a grader overturned, with physicians fearing his death. The Knights Templar of Lawrence conducted their annual inspection led by Lt. Cory E. Fuller, and George S. Reynolds received a guardianship honor. Linvale hosts a string of meetings led by Dr. Heath continuing for weeks, and noted Indian fighter Captain Jack Crawford has died in New York City.
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Kansas House Debates Pay for Guardsmen and Straight Ticket Vote
The Kansas House passed a measure to make up pay for guardsmen who served on the border, with enlisted men receiving pay differences from federal service. A tax amendment and a straight-ticket voting bill also advanced. Governor Capper and Robert Stone of Shawnee clashed over receivership in a heated exchange as Democrats and Republicans debated enacting clauses.
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Stole Two Farm Gates and Local Notices
The report notes the theft of two farm gates from George Bigsby and Lafe Ballwin on California Road with no clue to the culprits. An open meeting at the Friends meeting house included an oyster supper and membership inquiries. Henry H Williams, 42, died at his Lincoln home. funeral planned from the home with Maple Grove cemetery interment. Marriage license issued to John Steffen and Gertrude Milburn.
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Weather Report From Kansas
A weather note from Kansas outlines yesterday morning and today’s conditions. It describes cloud cover and a forecast of somewhat colder temperatures tonight.
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Chamber of Commerce Arranges Transport for 100 Club Women
The entertainment committee reports arrangements for city transportation for 100 club women visiting the University of Kansas on March 2 from Kansas City Kansas. They will tour the home economics department and later visit Haskell.
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Lease Filing Advances Twenty-Eight Ready for Registration
A lease held by GW. B McAllistes on George J. Kelly and wife property was filed with the register of deeds this morning. The filing agent said twenty eight more oil cases owned by Sentinel Oil and Gas Co would be ready soon. Rok Devault property also shows as filed.
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H B Peairs Returns as Haskell Superintendent
H B Peairs will return to Haskell Institute as its head, after seven years supervising Indian schools. The government named him chief supervisor of Indian schools, with plans to assume duties around late April. He began at Haskell in 1887 and will move from Carlisle where he was attending a conference. The Journal World could not secure comment from Supt J Re Wise on the change.
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Must Conserve Forests Says Vrooran for Paper Supply
Washington February 28 Carl Vrooran assistant secretary of agriculture urged conservation of the county forests as a means to insure future paper supply He argued that the paper problem can be solved by reforestation and scientific forestry to maintain continuous production of pulp wood A raid survivor Dead Isabel C Endres died Monday in Kansas City survivor of the Quadeill raid who hid with her infant son in a chicken house to escape bandits Funeral planned at Leavenworth Thursday afternoon.
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Bids Sought for Lawrence Water Plant Improvements
City of Lawrence plans a waterworks upgrade with a $250 000 project to improve service. Bids will be opened in the City Hall Council Chamber on March 21 with officials and visiting bidders attentive to material quality and specifications.
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New Stone Barn Project At Haskell Institute
Bids opened last Saturday for masonry and carpentry on a new stone barn at Haskell Institute. Arr Edwards presented the lowest bid at about 44 dollars per unit, with total estimated cost around 4452 dollars. Indian student carpenters will handle the carpentry portion, and work is expected to begin soon.
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Quiet title suit recalls old railroad right of way
In Clinton a quiet title suit to determine ownership of five acres linked to the former St Louis Lawrence and Denver Railroad right of way. The route through the plaintiff’s property has a long history of sale and abandonment, naming C W Adams William Byerly and several railroad entities and a savings bank as defendants.
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Two Ford Collision Near Eu sora Damages Cars
A head on collision occurred south of Eudora last night involving Turvy Miller and John Vetelbrock in their Ford cars. One driver was thrown through a windshield and cut on the nose. no other injuries reported.
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Lawrence Principals to Attend Kansas City School Meeting
Lawrence school principals will attend a Kansas City meeting this Friday with several teachers present by session. Superintendent Kent is now at the meeting as officials discuss absent teachers and make substitutions.
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Kansas City Club Women Visit University of Kansas
Over a hundred Kansas City club women visit Lawrence at Chancellor Strong's invitation traveling by inter urban car about nine in the morning. They tour KU departments with focus on home economics and student demonstrations. A breakfast display priced four to twelve cents is prepared. They return to Kansas City at four in the afternoon.
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City Gardens Fight Cost of Living Plan Tonight
Lawrence moves to trim living costs next summer by a winter to spring garden drive. A committee led by Mayor Francisco and the Chamber of Commerce will organize vacant lots for garden production, with potatoes as a weapon against high prices. Unoccupied city lots will be readied and soil prepared, aiming to boost garden crops and reduce urban blight.
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County and Jit Hope In State Debate Finals
Sheriden County High School and Uepe high school enter the debate finals with Hoxie on the negative side and Mr Hope supporting the affirmative. The state title was won by Hoxie last year. Nelbert Myers died this morning at six from appendicitis. funeral set for tomorrow at noon from 833 Nuime Street. Chancellor Strong of the university attends a National Council of Education meeting in City.
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Road Funds Debate Shapes Kansas Road Plan
In Topeka lawmakers argue over a $100,000 to $100,000 appropriation for road work to back a five to six million dollar state highway program. Officials note federal aid of $800,000 should help, but many fear the roads commission cannot operate without the funds. The committee plans new legislation next week amid criticism and support from both parties.
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New Dormitory Bill Introduced For State Colleges
A bill introduced by Absa proposes using proceeds from a tax or bond issue as a special fund to finance dormitory construction at state colleges. It aims to enable modern housing facilities and improve student living conditions, subject to committee review and Senate debate.
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Detective search for missing Ian Midian Boy unfolds
A confusing notice reports a Jefferson search for Ian Midian, a Shawnee youth who left home after an age related incident. The fragment mentions a detention, a dramatic class, and Professor Arthur Mackerray staging a play titled 4 Happy Day at Monster, with evening showtimes and child admission pricing.
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