War time column voices bold anti IWW stance in Kansas
The Lawrence Journal condemns I W W activity across the West and criticizes the War Department for leniency toward outlaws. It argues for firm government action against inside enemies while noting wartime drafting and home-front taxation. It urges jails or stockades to enforce law and warns of further I W W threats in Kansas and Arizona.
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The
War Department
Arizona
Ik. C. Journal
Army Rules in Germany Outsize Outside Efforts
The report notes German-based military authority dominates within Germany while outside the region its job becomes increasingly difficult to sustain. It highlights challenges faced by forces operating beyond German borders and the broader implications for allied actions.
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Germany
After the War Germans Face Missionary Field in U.S.
Postwar era opens a broad mission field for German democracy as pro German segments in the United States remain active among younger generations, seeking influence and continuity beyond the war.
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United States
If Roosevelt Led US Russia Commission Would Kerensky Get Credit
The writer ponders whether President Roosevelt heading the American commission to Russia instead of Elihu Root would alter credit given to Kerensky for pressing the Russian army to engage in action. The reflection questions national attribution for strategic moves and leadership.
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Mr. Roosevelt
Root
Russia
Kerensky
German Austrian parties adopt peace resolutions
All the parties in Germany and Austria are adopting resolutions favoring peace, but they have not agreed to drop their resolutions if the Kaiser decides otherwise.
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Germany
Austria
Western Kansas farmers sow sod to bolster wheat fields
Western Kansas farmers pivot to sod cultivation to expand thousands of acres for future wheat production. Optimism grows that the effort will aid national grain supply and support the country during challenging times.
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Western Kansas
Western
Kansas
German premier to address Reichstag amid speech choice
The new German premier is set to speak before the Reichstag on Thursday and faces a decision between delivering the Kaiser’s piece or the Reichstag’s version, a choice believed to cause him considerable worry.
War vow and moujik sacrifice echoed in czarist clash
At the war’s outset Czar Nicholas vowed to prevail even if it cost his last moujik. The moujiks did not pledge to spare the czar, yet they proved willing to sacrifice when the moment arrived.
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Nicholas
Lloyd George a Visionary Yet Practical Administrator
The article portrays Lloyd George as more visionary than administrator while noting German observers acknowledge a strong practical vein in the British premier. It contrasts his grand vision with his effective handling of Britain’s munitions production amid wartime needs.
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Lloyd George
Farmers hold steady in west despite hard years
Farmers in the western state have not abandoned the region. They remain despite tough years and have managed to "break even" by staying, proving resilience and commitment to wheat production in challenging conditions.
German Crisis Outcome Seen as Victory for Bureaucrats
The recent German crisis is viewed as a win for bureaucratic and military factions. It underscores the distance to parliamentary government and may spur the democracy movement to demand real reforms rather than token changes. The Kaiser and crown prince are linked to divine right, heightening calls for German self rule and an end to autocratic rule.
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Germany
Suppressing Kaiser's Friends In Wartime Press
The Wichita Beacon urges suppressing German editors in the United States who praise the Kaiser as Maximillian Harden faces suppression in Germany. It argues freedom here should not mean treason and urges action to protect the war effort.
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Maximillian Harden
Germany
United States
Wichita Beacon
Coddling the I W W S in United States policy
An opinion argues the U S government coddles anarchists from the I W W S by feeding clothing and protecting them, funded by tax money squeezed from the suffering public, criticizing policy as misguided and unfair.
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United States of America
Truths and trifles in life and timing observed
A collection of wry observations on speed, work, perception, and opportunity. It notes drivers who speed then slow next rides, suggests nerves need adjustment to calm, and pokes fun at self certainty and timing. It also mentions a vow about hair until Bryan's presidency ending with a barbering anecdote.
Porto Rico Red Cross enrolls 1200 new members in week
The Porto Rico Chapter of the American Red Cross reports 1200 new members during Red Cross Week in San Juan. Four thousand members there, with more in other towns, as campaigns continue toward a hoped 25,000 total. Committees plan ongoing drives and later a fund campaign, highlighting Porto Rican patriotism and troops serving in the United States. Now invalid chair for sale, $10, Bell 2758.
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Porto Rico
American Red Cross
United States
Red Cross
Seed wheat distribution plan for Oklahoma announced
Eight Oklahoma counties face a deficit of 300000 bushels of seed wheat this season while a statewide seed program is organized under the State Council of Defense. Chairman J W Cantwell will oversee distribution through mill and elevator channels with county agents inspecting quality and allotting seed to growers. Financing partners include county bankers and large urban banks. The operation relies on sixty eight county farm demonstrators to survey surplus and shortage and judge seed quality.
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Cantwell
Stillwater
Okla
State Council of Defense
J. W. Cantwell
Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical College
James R. Wilson
Dean W. L. Carlyle
Agricultural Experiment Station
M. A. Beeson
Oklahoma Seed Growers Association
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Eigth County
London Tower Slowly Sliding Says National Lab
London observers report the Tower of London is gradually sliding toward the river based on findings from the National Physical Laboratory. The movement is described as slow but measurable, prompting scientific attention and public interest in the ancient monument.
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London Tower
London
National Physical Laboratory
Wattles Poem Graces Last Issue of Independent
Willard Wattles, Kansas educator and poet, is featured with a full page poem titled The Seventh Vial in last week's Independent, a New York weekly. Wattles has gained national notice, contributing to the Kansas City Star Springfield Republican Smart Set and other outlets. He spends summers with the MacDowell colony in Peterboro New Hampshire and is a member of the Kansas Authors Club. A companion page article by Harry Kemp also appears in the same issue.
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Independent
New York
Willard Watties
University of Kansas
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Library Digist
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Springfield Republican
Smart Set
Wattles
MacDowell Colony of Artists
Peterboro
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Topeka
Harry Kemp
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Dutch Uhriaub Wins In Great Plains Tennis Round
In Kansas City on Rockhill courts, Dutch Uhriaub of Lawrence won his third round match in the Great Plains patriotic tennis tournament. He is the only Lawrence entrant and will face one of three Texas stars in the fourth round today. Dr. James Naismith left yesterday for San Francisco.
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