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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1916

Page

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Gas cases in federal court set for Kansas City hearing

The hearing on gas rates and jurisdiction is scheduled for Saturday in Kansas City Kansas. Cases involve Atchison Leavenworth Galena and Topeka with disputes over state versus federal authority and the Kansas Utilities Commission role. Receivers seek transfer of the suit to federal court while cities fight to keep proceedings in state court. The outcome may shape gas rate regulation in multiple communities and impact the ongoing legal strategy.

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Snow Forecast Drops Temperatures Across Southwest

A cold front is forecast to push through the southwest tonight bringing temperatures to below zero. Snow fell earlier across the region with two inches reported in parts of Nebraska and Kansas City area expected to see further accumulation as temps plunge. Local weather offices warn of icy conditions and treat roads accordingly.

Kansas City Kansas Oviebes Amd Dallas

New Yorker Seeks Murder Charge Against Husband

Police found the bodies of Mrs Rehoeen illyaan and her daughter Mrs Gertrude Bayel after an uptown hospital admission. The man identified as Mathsy Pull was held on suspicion of killing his wife and child amid a mental health claim.

New Yorker Tivo Belleverdt New York Hospital Pumpins Treny Lotelas Pullwen Chicago Tle Pralige Pullvin Rehoeen Illyaan Ian Gertrude Bayel

Robbed Chicago Bank at KF Sismy-third Street

Robbers entered the Washington Park National Bank on KF Sismy-third Street with revolvers and escaped with $96,010. Depositors and staff, including Hives af the enhier and Hersks, present during the crime, reported the incident as police pursued leads. Garland Stall ug tenon Agnseritsyns and Viattele were asked to testify to the president.

Chien Chun Enlbiers Washington Park National Sismy Atreet Taihyy Enhier Herks Garland Stall Ug Tenon Agnseritsyns Seplier Viattele Fey

Carviers' Have Hard Time Anticipating Weather

The passage describes drivers struggling to forecast weather and road conditions. It notes that many faces delays on routes due to icy or rough roads and the need to adjust travel plans to ensure timely delivery of their wares.

Carviers Cathie Myatte

British Situation Bad In Arab Lands Shrinking Front

Berlin dispatch quotes Volks Zeitung claiming Arabs and tribesmen press British lines, with estimates of British casualties up to December 20 totaling 15 004 killed and 20 000 wounded. The report notes Turks and Msa forces facing resistance and arms supplies from dem.

Berlin Heylin Cotognio Volks Zeitune Caire Arabias Tir Msa

Japan Denies Demands on Tokio Embargo and Date

A fragmented report indicates Japan denies certain demands tied to Tokio and a dated request to deliver a document. The excerpt references a Chinese minister and official offices in Tokyo, with emphasis on verification and traceability of the maneuver.

Japan Tokio Tokio Arate Loreien

Protest Against Conscription Amid National Labor Party Debate

A contested resolution urging opposition to conscription was debated by labor leaders. The Labor Congress narrowly passed the measure by a large margin, signaling strong opposition within the party to conscription policies.

National Labor Party Labor Congress

Program Held at Cordley School Kerosene Lamps Hunted

A large crowd gathered at Cordley School last night to view a program honoring Dr Richard Cordley for his long service in education. Plymouth Congregational Church funded the reception. Principal Glacey praised Cordley’s enduring link to Tavv y Penne and Wis. The school orchestra performed as students sang, and the program ended with a salute.

Corley School Lear Ie Haildis Richard Conley Plyeouth C. L. Edwards Cedr. iCuckel N.S. Whikerkin Qlaey Tr. Cardley Tavypene Wis Dinterest World Tomorrote He'sehniol

Stops the Bridge Work Due to Weather Delays

Fragmented report notes unloading machinery idle as weather halts Kansas river bridge project. Describes suspension of work after disruptions and seeks to resume when conditions improve.

Hactien Kansas River Bridge Willie

Merchan ts Bowling Scores And Marriage License Reported

Readable fragments show merchants bowling scores and a marriage license issued for a couple described as under age but able. The text references a judge, parents, and a ceremony linked to a local event.

Advertisement Prompts Sale Rumor in World Office

A terse item notes an advertisement in the Journal World claiming a stock sale. Morse Barvicklow replied to the office stating the ad did not reflect the intended action and seeks to clarify the signed message.

Abs. S.C Vicklowsot Baldwin Ilu Jenrval World Soueiockerels Firesale Morse Barvicklow

Kansas Day banquet sparks call for party harmony

Former state chairman Dolley urges fair play and nationwide unity at the Kansas Day banquet in Topeka. He argues for an equitable delegate split and warns against exclusive nomination tactics while stressing a national committee backed approach and balanced representation within the Republican Party.

Lley Wivant Not Taday Iaruony Ty Dele Antes Lee Topeka al. Dolley Kansas Hinrudnize Hannenize Baymoutze Prinurry Kansas Day House of Ideas Repub Theodore Rye Republicay Party National Committee Wren Ache Deus Tie Taghes Kansas Hepublicans Hewaus Heyabe Tiediis Roosevelt Hughes

Kansas Weather Report From Yesterday and Today

Fragmentary weather notes describe yesterday's and today's conditions in eastern Kansas. The garbled text references temperature, precipitation, and wind with unclear timing, plus stray political phrases about republics and restoration.

Gas Pipeline Repairs Cause Widespread Road Work

A Kansas Natural Gas Company representative visiting Lawrence says heavy rain and traffic damage require lowering pipeline sections by six to eight feet at multiple locations along the Southern Sanites line north of town. Rural communities are grading high spots to accommodate repairs, affecting highways and local routes.

Kansas Natural Chas Coumpany Lawrence Sanseits Ihak Gas ‘Company Gunie Uilue

Boys' Club Meeting at M C A Building

Freshman boys club of the YM YWCA attended a meeting at the M C A building. The evening featured an inlap dinner and a light performance after a social hour for working boys who joined the gathering and enjoyed refreshments.

Sim Times

Bridge Spur Work Starts On Kansas River Route

Daytime track construction begins on the spur linking the interurban line with the new Kansas River bridge. Crews clear crossings near Union Pacific, align tracks along Bridge Street, and shift to mainte work at Missouri Valley Bridge District to support the Kansas City rail link.

Kansas River Uninn Pacific Bridge Street Tividge Street Sein Mainte Missouri Valley Kansas City

Kansas City Man Sues Over Baldwin Property Title

EJ Myers of Raweak City Alo sues CEllagkins of Baldwin in district court claiming a failed agreement to furnish a deed and clear title to a Baldwin property. He seeks justice for alleged breach and damages, noting recent damage to the property and an insurance dispute.

Baldwin Myers Raweak City Alo Balthvin Vmoyél Waildines Prom

Y. M. C. A. Beginners’ Meeting Notes

The Y M C A group plans a beginners event at Pineda Vy A. Phis fields. Members meet under a meteor advisory while teaching the radiant civilain work. The Vinele follows, with interest in the Elise and regulations as weather allows.

Pyneral of Wm Frye The Taneeal ar Willme Frye

The funeral of William Frye will be held tomorrow after noon at Exon the Waren Strout Baptist Church with Rev. G N Jackson officiating. Interment will be made in Oak Hill Cemetery.

Pyneral Frye Baptist Rev Jackson Servides Oak “Hun

Sleet coats wires in town causing transit delays

A severe sleet storm coated trees and wires, damaging telephone and electric lines and disrupting streetcar service on the loop. Utility crews worked to restore power and notify customers, while transportation resumed with caution and suspensions threatened along the University Loop due to low-hanging branches.

Sterdax Wight University Gripus

Enrollment—Lawrence High School braces for large freshman class

Enrollment proceeds quietly at Lawrence High School with examinations halted for the term. Principal Merwin says the class of freshmen will reach around one hundred as new students finish enrollment this week. No graduating exercises will be held. Central school will close and new work begins Monday morning. Nearly 60 children will complete summer school work.

High School Lawrennce Willy Dhe Rontinge Central School Raimes Merwin Wwe Mtuet ZO

Seward Weather Report From Alaska Steamer Voyage

In Southwest Alaska the steamer Dora from Sanak reported warmer conditions with no ice up to mid January. Children were attending school as crews noted the mild spell and seas.

Seward Dora Sanak Alaska Haret

Teachers Return After Accidents At Local Schools

Mareia Wood of the History Department returns to work at her high school after a fall that broke her arm, now knitting and healing though in considerable pain. Anna Rearick resumes duties as principal of McAllister School after several days away due to a nail injury at work.

Mareia’ Wood History Department Miss Wood Anna Rearick Prin Pal McAllister School Run & Nail Alite

Flickering Lights Pause Quiz Prep Across Campus

University students faced a blackout after a wire break disrupted power just before exams. About a thousand candles and lamps were lit as dozens of dorms searched for lighting, while professors noted the disruption and students improvised study plans.

Aniversity Tennessee Street Exan E Yd Italien Aris

President T J Sweeney Seeks School View of Presidential Train

May greet plan praised by Lawrence and Eudora district figures to invite the president to appear on the platform as his train passes through town. School officials requested a reception for children to see the president and hear greetings. John F Mitchell of Greenfield, printed, visited W G Fish in the city today.

T. J. Sweeney Bent Wilson Lawrence Board of Education Aivrence Sweeny Dia Uhiter Dora Dax Eudora John’ F. Mitchell The Mitchell, Printing Co Greenfield, Tud Ity W. G. Fish

Water bonds key to Lawrence water plant purchase

George Innes backs a $175 900 water plant purchase as wise for Lawrence and University town growth. He argues the city has tolerated inferior water and markets tainted by adulteration while promising better supply and higher town attendance. He urges residents to vote for the water bonds.

Lawrence George Journal-World Mr. Innes

Inspects School Buildings for Final Approval

The final inspection of the new school buildings was led by architect WV P Gernandt with school authorities. The board met at Manual buildings and will discuss the results, with a likely payment of the remaining contract sum to Mr R Young if the inspector and board concur the work meets specifications. The building and grounds committee, architect, and construction superintendent reviewed construction details this morning.

WV. P. Gernandt Schooes R. Young

Last Night's Eight Grade Basketball Tilt Instate Match

An intriguing game last night featured Eight Grade teams with Thelma Stoddard Arnold Gruber Toman Leona May Laddell Olinger Willey Pewah Dorte Muudeny Stouss and substitute Susan Mounds in the lineup. The report notes a close contest and names several players on both sides.

Thelma Stoddard Canes’ Arnold Berenice Gruber Sisie Toman Leona May Laddell Sida Olinger Willey Pewah- Dorte Muudeny Tane Stouss Susan Mounds Ret Lowhian

Band concert tonight at Fraternal Aid Union Hall

The First Regiment band presents its annual concert and ball at Fraternal Aid Union Hall tonight starting at 8 PM. Admission is free and the public is invited. An orchestra will accompany the band. Also noting local news updates on County Clerk Herman Bracker's birthday and Mrs. John Corparo's recovery after hospital surgery.

Aid ‘Union First Regiment Aid Union Hall an_ orchestra John Corparo Simmons Hospital

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