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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1916
Page
1
A Senate session discusses a resolution urging intervention amid the Mexican crisis. Debate centers on authorization, potential actions, and the implications for U.S. policy. The mood is cautious as lawmakers weigh constitutional authority and strategic risks.
Washington reports Secretary Lansing demands satisfaction from General Carranza after a surge of violence against Americans. Senate debates Sherman’s resolution urging joint Western Hemisphere action to safeguard American lives and property, with President’s options hinging on Carranza’s response and ongoing Mexican turmoil.
A fragmented letter reports plans for unusual gatherings by the Progressive and Republican parties in Chicago on the eve of a national convention. It notes delegates from forty-seven states and forty-eight reports, with criticism of the Wilson administration’s handling of food, labor, and welfare. Military mobilization and naval measures are also hinted as part of the broader national debate.
In heavy western plains cold snap trains delayed and wires down across multiple Missouri and Kansas cities. North Platte Nebraska reports 18 below zero. Kansas City and Omaha see zero and eight below respectively. Blizzard conditions disrupt telegraph and telephone service. railroads dispatch snow plows and restrict perishables shipments. Multiple fatalities and hospitalizations noted from crashes and exposure as crews cope with outages and frozen lines.
A fragment discusses foot size limits for Marine recruitment, noting standards that disqualify applicants with feet smaller than five inches. It recalls the issue of physical requirements and mentions a lieutenant or recruiter speaking on the topic amid wartime staffing needs.
Belleview Lyceum presents a Saturday evening program featuring Miss Marie Robinson. The event at Crow Chapel Church will include readings and musical interludes, with admission set for all ages. Local residents are invited to attend this community entertainment.
The election of directors and trustees of Huey MOC A was held yesterday. Directors reelected include FT Holmes A D Weaver and W Os Metcalf. G K Magkie was elected, and it was heard that Platts Blair and George Tapes were elected trustees.
Fragmented notice states regular rehearsals start next Tuesday after a postponed session. The group plans to resume practices in the Choral Union building, with musicians continuing to work on planned repertoire and voice parts.
No meeting scheduled at Acacia Lodge No 9 in the Masonic Temple this Thursday evening.
Light im to, east portion, not quite 0 sold Thursday in west and central portion.
A Mexican offender identified as Roderiguez was convicted last summer of carrying a knife and fined by city police. Investigated, released, and later jailed again for failing to work on the rockpile, he refused labor and was locked in a cell with potential assignment to another shed once weather allows.
Emporia Kansas January reports students at Emporia Normal are purchasing monocles at a rapid rate. Sophomores lead the craze as staff decorate corridors with banners and flags in rivalry décor. A Buffalo figure, Chartus Thirseh, is described wearing a monocle and sparking talk about future style trends on campus.
A Plymouth Congregational Church annual meeting is set for tonight at 6:10. Members will be welcomed, with introductions to various church groups and a review of last year’s work and plans for the coming year.
Two small fires broke out near Alu Street and North Lawrence this afternoon. An overheated steam pipe sparked a blaze at a dwelling, quickly extinguished with minimal damage and no injuries reported. The second fire threatened the Showy but was contained by quick action and cold winds. Fire crews battled through difficult weather, preventing a larger incident and appreciating the absence of serious harm.
A severely flawed report notes bridge construction has been temporarily suspended. Weather conditions and uncertain plans delay progress, with officials indicating work may resume at some point after weather moderates.
The University concert, aided by loyal supporters and the notable baritone, drew a favorable audience despite bad weather. Soloist delivered strong high tones while accompanist impressed with memory and a spring song Rondel of Spring. The performance featured Leoncavallo pieces and varied songs, earning enthusiastic appreciation from attendees.
The Merchants Bank held its annual stockholders meeting yesterday afternoon. The year was reported as one of the best in history in both business volume and profit. Officers elected for the coming year were William Dock, vice president Mareh, and F.C. Whipple as cashier. Directors chosen included Newmark, Ben Wilson, J McKean, A Esferdy, Williams, and M.S. Savinine.
Sheriff Chinumags doubts burglary report of an expensive rug stolen from the Pi Phi house at 12 Mississippi Street. He suspects a frame up by another organization and says owners are anxious about the case. A student named Jake Alter is mentioned in connection with the inquiry.
Lawrence Triends reports Greste is well settled in Peireien and plans rapid work on the farm. He will raise Chester White hogs and Hereford cattle, with adjustments to cattle and hog breeding.
Knights Templar held annual inspection at the De Molay Commandery No. last night in the Masonic Temple. A 680 o'clock dinner opened the evening and inspecting was conducted by Charles A. Loueks, Junior Warden of the state commandery. Attendance was smaller than on prior inspections as the county board adjourned and many members could not attend town during the week.
Jordon bound over to district court on first degree murder charge after a preliminary hearing in Justice John vk's court. He has awaited trial in the county jail since surrendering after the killing of Feliciano Guerrero several weeks ago in an alley behind Pennsylvania Street. The dead man's brother testified of a prior quarrel in Kansas City and threats, and that the decedent was unarmed when first seen, though later knives were found. Prosecution and defense argued self defense due to forced combat by Gutierrez. Bond set at $6000. trial scheduled for February term.
Fraser Hailio, American author and scholar Bacheller presented portions of his book Up With Lizzie at a university lecture. He argued the nation’s foibles stem from vanity and thrift loss, noting the town’s obsession with status influenced by prices and appearances, while praising simple honesty.
Police seek details after a valuables theft at a local property tied to W. B. Wilcox of As. No firm clues or information has surfaced, hindering progress toward identifying and arresting the thief. Helen’s involvement or leads have yet to yield results for authorities.
The funeral for Mary L Findley was delayed to tomorrow at 1 a.m. at the family home six miles south of Layerene. Interment will be at Oak Cemetery. The time change was due to weather conditions.
A town endures a real blizzard with subzero temperatures and keen winds. By afternoon the mercury sits around four degrees below and snow drifts shift as wall fires struggle to keep buildings warm. Public activity halts and the town hall faces heating and weather-related strain throughout the day.
Vani Salisbury suffered a bad gaping injury while coasting on a University sled. Playmates alerted Dr. Keith Pris, and the father Frank Salisbury, was in Omaha and would be in Lawrence tonight.
Directors elected for the ensuing year at a bank stockholders meeting. Officers re elected included J B White and C L Moore with Green Byron Paree Tucker listed among attendees. Meeting held this morning with the current officers reaffirmed.
At the regular monthly Douglas County Medical Association meeting that night new officers were elected. Dr M T Sadler became treasurer with Dr Est Blair remaining president and Dr Karl Lips secretary, joining Dr McConnell as treasurer and Dr Weith as vice president. Dr Charles J Gibsons named alternate to state medical association meeting in May.
The death of Charles Oehrle was reported after a fatal automobile accident. J M Newlin received a telegraphic fee from Denver this morning. Oehrle, well known as a Sherman in Lawrence, died in a Denver hospital yesterday.
The piece notes a shift toward cash over goods as firms tally results. It highlights the desire for tangible profits and stock turnover, with advertisers like The Law Lawrence-Daily Journal-World underscoring profitability and reader interest.
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