Douglas county to form dairy center plan in Lawrence
The Douglas county farm bureau launched a move to develop dairy industry here with a July 14 meeting in Lawrence to organize a cow testing association. E. J. Dodge will lead the effort, with a second July 19 session planned. Meyers Sanitary Milk of Kansas City will establish a cooling station to supply refrigerated milk to Kansas City, tying Lawrence to the regional dairy market.
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Douglas County
County Farm Bureau
Lawrence
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H. T. Carson
Wyandotte County
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Lewis Declines Belgian War Decoration
James Hamilton Lewis former Illinois senator announced he declined Belgium’s war decoration. He said congressional law on battlefield honors does not apply to his service at the front and that the honor is not earned by his conduct.
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Chicago
James Hamilton Lewis
United States
Illinois
Belgium
Congress
Lewis
Paper Mill Accident Injures Worker
Joe Rapp, 915 New Jersey Street, was injured at a paper mill when a 1600 pound bale toppled and a plank broke. He suffered two severely sprained ankles and a bruised hip and will miss work for several weeks.
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Joe Rapp
New Jersey
Great air liner now ready for trip home
Mineola N Y July 9 unfavorable winds from the east delayed the giant dirigible R 34 from leaving Roosevelt Field for England. British officers said no departure before dawn tomorrow but would likely sail at daybreak Friday to take on maximum gas. Major Scott and navigators kept the craft in the open to avoid high winds over the Atlantic. 600 army and navy personnel stood by in barracks. Scarcely any wind today and mechanics inspected engines awaiting a possible launch at any time.
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Scott
Roosevelt Field
Atlantic
Army
Navy
Peace Hat Hints Spark London Menswear Revolution
London reports a new “Peace Hat” for men as hatters guard its form and material. makers note men tire of traditional bowlers toppers and straws and demand a taller, innovative design. A milliner supports the change saying it is “quite time” for a fresh headpiece.
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London
Three Applicants for Commissioner of the Poor
Douglass County voters may see a new choice for the commissioner of the poor as three candidates William Mesenheimer the incumbent J A Hamlin and D B Hynnicut are reported for the post. The current term has expired but no election by the county board has been held yet and a meeting will address the matter soon.
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J. A. Hamlin
D. B. Hynnicut
Mesenheimer
Board of County Commissioners
David Passon
Lawrence
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Dave
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Fort to Fort Highway Section C begins work today
Contractors List and Gifford Kansas City crews start grading Section C of the Fort to Fort highway with preliminary work under way. Absence of resident engineer A. C. Lagerwell delays start as TOWELL falls ill with a chill in Kansas City. Victoria Tower at Westminster stands tall after twenty years of construction containing 140 fire proof rooms filled with state papers.
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Gifford
Kansas City
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T.owell
Houses of Parliament
Westminster
Prohibition's Global Impact Warned by Danish Editor
Lars Largen-Leger of Aarhus says U S dry laws shape world dryness. He notes the anti saloon movement and Denmark’s Arholdsdagbladet influence. The dialogue links prohibition to international policy and societal trends.
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Lars Largen-Leger
Denmark
Arholdsdagbladet
Aarhus
Denapark
Hartarian
Wilson returns to White House after Paris peace trip
President Wilson begins a packed day at the White House after four months away at the Paris peace conference. He plans talks with congressional leaders and his cabinet and may meet the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about the treaty and the league of nations.
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Kansas
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Europe
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Texas
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Auto License Receipts Dominate County Treasurer Office
Receipts writing for auto mobile license applications remains the main task of the county treasurer. Yesterday 118 applications were filed, bringing total applications to 1,448 from individuals, 15 from dealers and 20 from motorcycle owners.
British Ram for Air Crew Despite Drought in Mineola
Wartime prohibition fails to stop the navy from obtaining rum as part of the British navy rations. Twenty gallons arrived and were stored, with M Pritchard of the agnostic noting the difficulty in securing the rum amid the signature issues around the order.
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Mineola
Navy Department
M. Pritchard
Sid Jones Trial in Police Court Postponed Again
Sid Jones charged with stealing a new tire valued at 27 dollars from Monk Livery Stable had the case postponed in police court before Judge C C Stewart. The tire was recovered and held by police as evidence while county attorney prepares an incitement to larceny charge.
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Monk
C. C. Stewart
Jones
Deputies Get More Pay From County Commissioners
County commissioners voted raises for deputies under a new state law. Beginning July 1 the deputy sheriff salary rises to 100 dollars per month from 75, and the deputy in the clerk of the court's office increases from 20 to 40 dollars. The raises, though below the new maximum, ease conditions in the two offices.
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Cornelly
City Commission Holds Adjourned Meeting
An adjourned city commission meeting at city hall will discuss the regular June bills. The salary roll was settled last week under a policy paying city employees on the first of the month. The session followed Monday night adjournment so city families could attend the circus.
Lansing to Return to U.S. From Peace Conference
Secretary Lansing will sail home Friday from the American peace conference after serving since December. Three American delegates remain: Col. House, Henry White, and Gen. Tasker Bliss. New Zealand plans 10 million dollars annual war pensions.
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U.S
Washington
American Peace Commission
State Department
New Zealand
Health work in Lawrence schools shows extensive youth care
The annual report of the supervisor of hygiene details extensive health efforts in Lawrence public schools last year. Dental inspections and clinics treated hundreds of children, eye charts and posters supported hygiene classes, screenings and home visits expanded access, and several surgeries were performed with physicians involved.
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Quincy
Community census planned to guide Douglas county YMCA work
A county YMCA plan calls for a social community census next month under Charles E. Henry to assess needs in Douglas and Leavenworth counties. The drive seeks about 4000 dollars to fund the year’s executive work, with conferences in Clinton Reno and Pleasant Grove and training for community leaders.
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Douglas County
Leavenworth
Henry
Six Corners
Reno
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Clinton
Pleasant Grove
Charles A. Carter
Transportation Delays Push Back German Peace Talks
Reports say German plenipotentiaries cannot reach Versailles in time to begin oral negotiations on the peace treaty as allied powers show willingness to proceed. Includes notes on transportation issues causing delays and the unfolding diplomatic timeline.
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Versailles
Board Meeting Set For Lawrence Y M C A
The Lawrence city Y M C A board holds its regular monthly meeting tomorrow at noon at the Y building, preceded by a luncheon. Only routine matters are expected to be discussed.
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