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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1916

Page

2

Congress Lining Up on UTS Main Bills

Senate and House leaders were summoned to the White House as President Wilson pressed to learn their stance on major measures for the shipping act and related tariff and industrial issues. Senators and representatives weighed the administration’s ships plan and a broader economic program amid potential filibusters and conferees.

Congress Senate House White House Washington Tan Wilson Philippines Heer Posipinn Lenadér Isifehih Tha Hatist Jang Chirke Commerce Cam Aittes Senatenanee - Committee Aid Somuer Mlote Basa Punta Haval Apsiliaries Wir Iwai Ichase Clarke Valle Simmons

Devastation Shown In East Prussia After Russian Invasion

Ottoman era report notes widespread ruin in East Prussia from the Russian advance. It cites thousands of dwellings destroyed and cities left without power or supplies, while rebuilding efforts begin under a commission led by a new chief.

Germany Koeln Prussia

Oil Advances in Kansas and Oklahoma Markets Rise

Oil prices climbed today with Kansas and Oklahoma markets advancing. The Oklahoma and Kansas Oil Company announced higher prices for the morning, with several refiners also cutting in yet another amount.

Kansas Oklahoma Ciklehoma Praise OW Gak Company

Steamer Norseman Beached Lordon, Jai

The steamship Norseman, reported sunk yesterday, has beached. Initial reports say no lives were lost.

Norseman Lordon Jai Linvd

Contention on Foreign Embassy and U S Protest

A fragmented note discusses U S protests against detention of mail and a forthcoming formal answer. It mentions French approval of Britain’s attitude and cites German violations of privileges, with reference to a treaty convention as justification for measures. The text reflects diplomatic tensions and expected official responses.

United States Great Britain Tragne

Japan renews demands on China in twenty one demands list

A London report details Japan presenting to China a five part outline of twenty one demands. The General Group of seven demands concerns China’s constitution and public order, with implications viewed as a step toward Japanese tutelage. The note notes US stance and hopes for Chinese independence amid tense regional politics.

China Shimuayy Japan Chi- Government Eligehilly Selindis Ubi Tapas United States Gina Advisors Landon Tian The Guardian Hig

Railroad Charter Granted topeka Ka charter Garden City

The state granted a charter for a railroad company named Garden City Omaha Rail Way, capitalized at 100000 dollars. The company is authorized to build lines from the saline in Staitheavily south to the Oklahoma state line in Morton County.

Topeka Garden’ City Omaha Rail BN Naitpany Yoo Nansad Thee Saline Staitheavily Oblahoma Tite Morton OU

British Inbar Conference Adopts Plan Amid Voting Split

The British Inbar conference approved a recruiting plan today by a slim margin. Voting details show HOM against 26,000 and allied parties in the re open alliance.

Bristol Tan Entiroman

Lawrence Merchants Meet to Improve Water Works and Trade Benefits

A Lawrence gathering of merchants and farmers discussed boosting local trade and water works' benefits. Officers for the next year were elected, plans for advertising and education on water purchases were outlined, and members urged active support to strengthen the association and city commerce.

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Marriage Licenses Reported From Lawrence Lecompton McLouth

Probate judge Lindley issued licenses yesterday to Harry Davis and Alma Belivens of Lawrence. WH Wallhuhle and Lydia Uildenbra of Lecompton. Artling Seatr and ie Vendricknau of McLouth were married at the courthouse by judge Lindley.

Jidee Lindley Harry Davis Alma’ E. Belivens Lawrence Wallhuhle Lydia Uildenbra Lecompton Artling Seatr Ie Vendricknau McLouth Kansas Wie Iyelge’ Lindley

Thrall’s 53-inch Show Wins Weather Challenge

Kansas weather scene highlights a 53 inch display by Thrall. The article notes a notable show and weather-related event, with locals reacting to the striking display and its implications for upcoming plans.

Cordley School Exercises and Public Soiree

Cordley School holds an exercises program with speeches and music this evening. Dr. presenting a school portrait, Superintendent presiding, and speakers include Hasford and Wilder B. Moteal. South Side residents invited to attend at Cordley School on Twenty-ninth and Vermont.

Copianec Phymouth Wilder B. Moteal Hasford South Side Cordley Tileites Lawrence Medsnildirie Vermont Stark

Death linked arrest in Boston case shocks hometown

Police say the death of George A. Gray’s wife prompted the arrest of Edward Cray on a Massachusetts governor’s warrant. Reported from Boston, investigators describe the case as a family intrigue with claims of persons fleeing the city. Details remain unclear as authorities pursue proper charges.

George A. Gray New York Che Kdorga A. Cray Massachusetts Boston Laveeny Holivg Graig Learal Moras Cage

Re-Elected Officers of Liner Company At YMCA

The directors and officers were re elected at the YMCA after the closing event. Willie Ginnell was named president with W S Metcalf as vice president. Wolf Muech became treasurer and D P C Asher was kept as recording secretary.

YM. C. A Willie Ginrill W. S. Metcalf Wolf. Muech DP. C. Asher

Band Concert and Ball at Praternal Aid Hall Tonight

An annual band concert by the First Regiment band directed by Walter Rigdon will start at 8 o'clock with a program including Fidelis Sousa Overature Tempest Keeley Bela and arias. A dance follows the concert with admission charged. A note urges attendance from all, as a large crowd is expected on the dance floor.

Praternal Aid Ile Danée Walter ‘Rigdon Ihe Anidimeel Oz’he Ves Muteh Serper Fidelis—Sousa Tempebyeihe Keley Bela Tite Ratit Setinmana Albert Giehraed Fran If Trovatore Veni Solea Miss Alia Ml.smith Herbert Voout Solea J'ral Wy Be Downing Qiotante

Lawrence Foretold Speech by President to Topeka Trip

Reported invitation to stop in Lawrence on the way to Topeka for a morning February speech. President Wilson expected to address crowds at Puget Pacific stations and later Kansas City, with Mrs Wilson and delegation aboard the presidential train.

Topeka Nasmile Ward Wit Lawrence Janene Smita Worniy Wl Ag Ingesaeo Pratt Wasthi Liaw Puien Pacific Jay Kansas City Suita Me Mos Vorath Lewis Ts Bosind Ica Mos. Wilson

Henry Buckingham Dead Father of Mrs Brownell

Henry Buckingham long time newspaper man and early Leavenworth settler died in Kansas after a life spanning Ohio birth and California residence. He helped found the Leavenworth Bulletin and Leavenworth Call and owned the Concovilia Ennite. Funeral private at 1 am Thursday at Mrs Browne’s home with Edwards of the church conducting at Oak TL Cemetery.

W. B. Brownell Henry Buckie J. Brownell Ohio TSM Kansas Leavenworth Leavenworth Conservative Times Leavenworth Bulletin Leavenworth Call Concovilia Ennite California Browne Tennes Boa. Edwards Chareh Oak TL Cemetery

Skating Promises for Smooth Walks Hid in Weather Forecast

The town awaits better skating conditions as forecasts hint at rain and freezing drizzle. Pedestrians face slick sidewalks while authorities warn of ongoing weather impacts on parks and streets. Citizens hope for safer paths and clearer routes for gatherings and leisure.

Deauh

Injured by a Fail on a Slippery Sidewalk

Mrs. Ryle Harrison of AA Obie Street slipped on a sidewalk today and sustained sprains and bruises. The incident caused pain but was not dangerous. Mrs. Morrison was mentioned as about it, though details remain unclear.

Ryle Harrison AA Obie Street Morrison Smahle

Charter Rule Denies Some State Bank Charters

A state banking board ruled today that charter approval will not be granted to banks in New Yorktown Ash and nearby communities in western Kansas unless they are incorporated. The decision affects banks not yet established and outlines the conditions under which charter applications may proceed.

Hwua Tiensas Hanks Yorktown Ash Fiveve Wistern Kansas

Merchants Association Plans February Visitor Luncheon

Lawrence merchants association schedules a February noon luncheon and reception to meet visiting business men. The event, hosted at the Poa Halk Meeting place, aims to foster acquaintance between local merchants and guests, with the escort from the Merchant Campe and State Re jail? as noted.

Merchants’ i Association Lawrence Daivoner Tuesseliy the Merchants Association Hady

Fair premiums paid tomorrow by People’s State Bank

Directors plan for a successful Douglas County fair. Premiums for last year will be paid tomorrow with vouchers issued and funds ready at the People’s State Bank. Association officers announced the final steps to meet obligations, ensuring the county will have a fair this year and thanking those supporting farm and stock-raising welfare.

Donglag Coliny People’s State Bank Inch Fir Association Orguvization Douglas County Uclive

Settlement Out Of Court In Tunage Suit

A lawsuit brought by Mrs Luella Daniels against Dick Brothers of Lawrence in Atchison county was settled out of court yesterday. Parties agreed to drop further action. details undisclosed. The case stemmed from a prescription error claim affecting health. The first trial had a hung jury. the second verdict was reversed on appeal to the Supreme Court.

Luella Dick Brothers Lawrence Atchison County Cour Atchison Daniels Hyoweht

Back From Market J Eriksen Returns With Bargains

J Eriksen returns from market trips to the wholesale markets in Grand Rapids and Rockford Illinois and the local shop. He found prices stiffer than six months ago but secured several road bargains to share with his trade partners.

J. Eriksen Wweeks Shopp Grand Rapids Rockford, IL Ives Lawrence

Choral Union 10 to Stage Next Concert in Lawrence

Members of the Choral Union decided at their latest rehearsal to convert in Lawrence for a spring concert, with Robin Wfo and Robinson’s symnassiu set for December and February programs. Mrs Herman Olcott, Prof Preyer, and Prof W B Dewni are engaged or invited, bringing experience from Brooklyn and the First Presbyterian Church.

Uaw Enca | Choval Union Lawrence i Batster Robin Robinson, Symnassiu Concourt Herman Olcoit Sudien Carl Prey

Day for Jewish Relief Appeals After War Devastation

The article notes a national appeal for Jewish relief led by President Wilson amid the Enra war frontier turmoil. A local committee in Lawrence is collecting funds to aid Jewish victims, with Treasurer David Passon supervising contributions at 34 Massachusetts Street before forwarding to the national relief committee.

Wilsos Wilson Lawrence David Passon SA Magsaelimsetts Street

Naismith Delivers Talk To High School Boys Club

Dr James Naismith spoke to the High School Boys Club last night in Accon Vo MLG on Physical Training as a life work. About forty five people attended the supper and most of the club directors were present, reflecting his thorough knowledge and engaging presentation.

Naismith James Naismith Andreas

Bridge Work Suspended Amid Weather Delays

Disjointed OCR text notes bridge work halted as rain and weather conditions disrupted excavation on the south abutment. A steam siphon was used to draw water, with references to Porter, Chartten, and a New York Porter. The passage mentions a scribe convicted in Italy for wife homicide in 1919 and a voyage by steamer Aris from Naples.

Porter Xew Chay’ Ton Ritan Italy Pvifanim Aris Naples

Standard on Dividend Neodasha and Cow Chholders

Fragmentary item notes standards on dividend practices and cow chholders with unclear context and missing specifics. No dates, places, or named organizations are readable to confirm scope. Further readable details are required to craft a precise summary.

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