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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1916

Page

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King of Greece Enters Protest in AP Interview

King Constantine of Greece grants an Associated Press interview from Athens denouncing Allied actions in Salonika and criticizing the League of Nations style peace terms. He asserts Greece could resist if Germany threatened London, and accuses Allies of allowing Axis use of bases while remaining neutral on occupation.

New York Chroede Jate Marsday Te Assousiat Athens United States Iheathies Pak Peile Phil Alan Sive Carmeine Beluinen Iis France Ceti Salowaki Geran London Beloum Ant Luxembhare Bertain Pointe Freck Iuians Atstrams Hemiellissar Wrenel Venizelos

Engineer killed as Missouri train derails in double header

A Rock Island double header for the Golden State Limited and another passenger service derailed in Missouri. Engineer Collier was killed and four trainmen were injured including fireman Girt Aver and others. Fire, rescue and investigation followed as crews worked to recover victims.

Missouri Trenton Stechfeler Eneineer Rock Island Golden State Limited Cal Cale Forderneath

Britain authorizes coal import to Greece in January

Varis reports from Athens that the naval agency states Great Britain has authorized the importation into Greece of 4000 tons of coal in response to a request by the Greek sovereigns.

Naval Agency Athens Great Britain Greece Sovermiuons

Mrs Emeline Panther Admitted by U S Immigration

Mrs Emeline Panther, a British suffragist reader, was today ordered admitted to the United States unconditionally by New York immigration authorities. City Attorney Thomas Tinley was in Abilene yesterday trying a case.

Pankhurst Washington Emeline Panther New York Unite Shitys Atttorney Thomas Tinley Abilene

Attempted Premier Life Threats Amid Unrest in Japan

Chaotic reports describe attempts on Prime Minister Okuma and colleague Count Okuma with conspiratorial names such as Vinatsru Shimomura amid claims of thrown objects and near misses. The incident coincides with Greece facing potential martial law amid broad public and labor union opposition.

Okami Tokio Count Okuma Vinatsru Shimomura Cort Oishii Athos Greece

Montenegro and Austria in stalled peace terms amid Mesopotamia siege

Fragmented report notes Nicholas rejects Austrian terms as British relief efforts press near Mesopotamian garrisons. Italian diplomacy and Montenegrin premier statements appear, while British forces move against Turkish positions near Kal Amara. Submarine incident reported with no loss of life.

Be Careful of Flues In Cold Lawrence Weather

Authorities warn residents to avoid fires by properly managing flues as cold Lawrence weather arrives. Chief Reiniseh of the fire department cautions that improper disposal of ashes and cinders can ignite fires in old lime plaster and timber structures. Homeowners should keep flues hot and clear, ensuring nearby combustibles are distant from fireplaces and stoves.

Lawrence Chie Reiniseh

Baptist Brotherhood Meets with Rev W A Elliott Speaker

Rev W A Elliott of Ottawa will speak on The Power of the Matehite Country Life at the Baptist Brotherhood meeting tonight. A supper at 6 o'clock precedes the talk, with officers to be elected for the coming year and all Baptist members urged to attend.

W. A. Elliott Ottawa First Baptist Tr. Elliott Lawrence

County Tenth N High School Starting County Tenth N High School

State normal Caruthers test places high schools in an educational ranking. Caruthers of Quickie 5th leads the list with low population in some counties while others show varied results in teacher salaries and qualifications. The report names numerous counties and generals associated with the survey, noting statewide performance and leadership figures.

Tsansis Inh Tolrssor Wokl Qiike Jsmiporia Tie Nuromal Maskattines Tenehig Donilas Juanie Aypersiliine Ieee Coyle Barnes Danii Batrhese Omauane Mitchell Hnteton Vari Menten Sccintalin Barnes Rue Dawell WG Baler Its Alavion Ueneral Hve Fon Cortes Mis Nemaha Mel Hersea View Dl Wilson Samnes Ranklin Coneral Simner Threclay Coamnty Pratt Rowling Stevens Geeval Stanton Chevenin Kiowa Slaskell Morton

Lockers Installed At Country Club For New Season

The Country Club reports a surge of member interest as many new lockers were recently installed. Initially forty lockers were deemed enough for members seeking recreation, but demand now exceeds that limit.

Injury Update For Teacher After Massachusetts Street Fall

Miss Mareia Wood, a history teacher at the High School, sustained a severe arm fracture after slipping on Massachusetts Street near the Perkins building. She is improving satisfactorily, though the accident was very painful.

Mareia’ Wood Miss Wood Massachusetts

Kansas Weather Report Delayed And Unsettled Tonight

Partly cloudy conditions expected with unsettled weather tonight. No clear radar indications and light winds. remain alert for delays or changes in local forecasts.

Epeony Tadas

Maple Grove District Drainage Plan May Drain Through Brick System

Maped Grove drainage district plans to drain via brick sewer tiles in Topeka era. Engineer E T Pierce argues masonry drains provide longer service and lower upkeep costs. Estimated expenditure exceeds ordinary costs, but expected to outperform in durability and service life. Construction funding and weather permitting slated for spring.

Maple Grove E. Tf. Piuuice Distret Frain Dunniive Topeka

Train names and designations change as details emerge

Reports indicate trains No Jon Asvbiel and Litieto have new identifiers while future naming will align with local transit authority notices. Officials confirm changes to train designations and routes, with a focus on clarity for riders.

Jon Asvbiel Santay

Gideons Place Bibles in Lawrence Lodging Houses

Representative of Gideons toured Lawrence this morning to assess placing Bibles in transient lodging houses and hotels. The Ministerial Alliance is likely to discuss the matter at its next meeting and consider potential actions.

Gideons Lawrence C. A. Vaneil T ‘He Bible Department Kansas Satan

Local Gym Fest Invitation Prompts Exhibition Hope

Anxious to form a team, local figures invite participation in a gym fest held under the association’s auspices. Candidates for honors will meet the group as organizers prepare for the event and the tryout.

Baltz

Cars Keep Selling Despite Weather and Taxes

County treasurer reports eleven automobile license renewals issued since January at a reduced rate of 2.50 dollars. State officers note that many cars are bought as gifts or out of habit, reflecting persistent demand amid poor road conditions.

Gindha Sinc

County Commissioners View Proposed Road Site

The county commissioners met today and toured Kanyaks township to inspect the site for a planned new road. A petition signed by 16 district residents asks the commission to open the road south of property owned by the DLW. Dews, residing several miles west of Lawrence, joined the committee along with ToH and Wheeley who accompanied the commissioners.

Kanyaks Commission Boaskine DLW Dews Lawrenge Revory Toh Wheeley

Funeral Attends Death of Stewart in Baldwin

Attends father's funeral by Stewart, called in Bidalete due to the death of Juts Tither, TW. Stewart. The funeral and services were held today at Baldwin. Mr. Stewart was a respected citizen of that city.

Stewart Bidalete Baldwin Stewarrt Gily

Navy yard workers to receive higher pay in days

In Washington DC reports indicate master mechanics and other workers at the navy yards will get pay increases averaging about a percent within the next few days. Union leaders stated the move aims to adjust wages and morale at the facilities amid ongoing labor talks.

Navy Yards Washington, DC

War threatens silk shirts as dyes run short

Lawrence merchants warn that war curbs on European dyes will raise prices and limit dye quality for men’s clothing. American mills labor on war orders and may halt spring orders, risking colorfastness and availability. Sweaters and flannel shirts rise in price while supply of wool and fabrics tightens, possibly forcing natural or limited dye color options.

Lawrence Ming Almast Amwepean Woolen Pionths Aga Lake “Furfljer Loreboti Lesan Rothiges Promisani

Flooded municipal pond prompts firemen swift response

Firemen drained and stabilized the flooded municipal pond known as the pool at the brick vat as afternoon sunshine returned. City officials delayed actions overnight due to promotions, but the water was lowered by afternoon with patrols and repairs in progress.

Wisual Etty Har Heen Plang Nelson Tan

State tax draft targets ten percent owed by county

State Treasurer and state auditor plan a ten percent draft against Douglas County for taxes due. The county will owe 2.504 percent in December, with earlier payments already made. Arthur Barteaux’s funeral is noted, with burial in Lawrence after a New York death on January 16. pallbearers included Moore, Frank H Latcher, and others.

Douglas County Akers Davis Bic Stevenseylor Jonulas Vantristi Arthur Barteaw Arthur Barteaux New York Lawrence Brown Moore Frank HL Irigsa Bo J

Merchant's Boxing Score Fraeker Update

Fragmentary note reports boxing score events involving McFarlane Marrs and Caverence with unclear timing. Mentions Barteli and Sys and references a game tonight with a cue to ten pins. Details are garbled and names uncertain.

Merchant Fraeker McFarlane Marrs Caverence Barteli¢s Sys and Dines

Fear of Smallpox Spreads in Johnson County School

Johnson County officials consider closing rural Douglas County school as smallpox fear grows. The board weighs epidemic risk and potential shutdown, while the county superintendent reviews the situation and health department guidance.

Johnson Douglas Cow Doneglas Cuune Las Yoral Niet

Lake View School Closure Notes

Fragmentary report mentions Lake View School closure and district staff absence. References a teacher named Mary and Stephens, with unclear relationships and garbled phrases. No coherent events or dates clear from the readable text.

Lake View School Lake’ View Stephens

Franchise for the Interurban Take Up By Topeka Officials

City commissioners prepare to vote on three options for the Kansas City Valley and Western Interurban franchise. A Tuesday adjournment delays final action until Friday with a 20 day window for a petition to force an election. Options include a north river crossing, a Sixth Street west track, and a Twenty second Street track to the city limits.

Kansas City Ny Valley Interurban Ile Fy Popeka Tomarrow Lne Sixth Street Faria Lawrence Topeka Hs

Postponed Exercises at Cordley School building event

Exercises at Cordley School are postponed. The board cites a need for unity in education. A memorial program will be held next week at Plymouth Congregational Church with a fitting presentation and suitable exercises.

Cordley Plymouth Congregational

Promotion for Eighth Graders Enters High School

The article notes eighth grade pupils entering the high school with no examinations for the term. It references expectations for promotion to the high school and mentions students, schools, and practical steps in the transfer process.

American Defenses Discussed by Coast Artillery Officials

A coastal defense discussion centers on coast artillery plans and weapon ranges. Officials note large guns ashore and afloat could defend forts overseas, with a 12 mile range cited for a New York harbor gun. Changes aimed to ensure readiness against enemy landings and naval threats.

Ninos Dsorent Reprenseire Anthony Kansas New York Harbor Rani

President Wilson invited to speak in Kansas tour

Partial OCR notes indicate President Wilson may visit Kansas to speak in multiple cities including Topeka and Wichita. The plan reportedly involves a prepared itinerary with stops in Olio and possibly other towns as part of a broader preparedness message amid Democratic Cinch discussions in Topeka.

Wilson Washington Jar Wilse Olio Vais Lawa Ib J Ravisay Joscpl Thompson Topeka

Lodger’s Overcoat Missing After Guest Departure

Complaint filed after landlord J. Al Dailey says guest Ge Cary left the house at Naid Hill with his overcoat. Officers were asked to locate the coat and the missing garment, while a tied unpaid bill for a redeemer store visit adds to the unresolved matters.

J. al Dailey Cary Naid Hill Zensh

Presbyterian Church Burns Last Night Sparks Finances Hope

Members of the First Presbyterian Church gathered for supper when a fire struck the building. Snowy weather and debt relief were noted as turning points, with officials expecting church work to continue more freely and with less debt.

Flebe Eppes

Chicago Hall Club Purchase Price Report

A fragment notes the Chicago hall club from Cincinnati proceeding toward a purchase price of 9.5 million dollars with Mr Taft’s representative involved in the presentation. Names Chicago Cincinnati Taft referenced.

Chicago Iclub Sol Chicago Chicago Hall Club Cincinnati Charles H. Weegs Price Taft

Unclear OCR fragment prompts brief historical note

Fragmentary text from a January 20 report in Rome refers to a numeric sequence and readiness status. The garbled lines obscure names places or events, leaving only scattered figures and a time marker.

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