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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
1
British forces seized Messines and advanced along the ridge near Ypres, entrenching beyond the crest while reporting the capture of towns and surrounding German strongholds. The Allied details claim over 1,000 German prisoners, substantial explosives detonated, and ongoing operations with a strong Franco-British attack in Flanders.
The Silver Shell, an American cargo steamship of 861 tons, engaged a German submarine off the Mediterranean coast after exchanging sixty shots. Captain Tom Charlton commanded the Silver Shell which reportedly sank a submarine after the hour long action. Secretary Daniels praised Lt. Clark of New York for his role aboard the battleship Arhana and hinted at promotion. An American destroyer sighted a German submarine off Ireland shelling depots, with casualties reported on the Norwegian ship Madura Island.
The City of Mons was fined Lit0 pounds after a Belgian paper in Holland announced Crown Prince Ruppeeht of Bavaria was in Mons during the Allied air bombardment.
Premier Bratiano told a Petrograd correspondent that Romania has reformed its army and is prepared to rejoin the war. He said Russia’s peace formula of neither annexation nor indemnities is acceptable to Romania, which has kept its commitments to the allies despite invasions, famine, and disease.
Washington reports the Jupiter has landed in France with 10 500 tons of wheat and supplies. Preparations are under way for American troops with bases and camps laid out for infantry artillery and aviation. French ports host unloading transports as American warships anchor off the coast in a joint war effort.
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo tells the Associated Advertising Clubs that a German victory over France and Britain would lead to a joined German fleet, occupation of American shores, a humbling peace with a century of taxes to pay an indemnity, and potential economic ruin for the United States.
A brief Yale Record line notes a playful quip about appearance with a wry twist. The line implies a humorous take on a person’s neat ankle. It reads as a casual observational joke from campus publication.
Memorial services were held for Professor George FE Patrick, former head of KU chemistry, and Mrs Patrick at the Unitarian Church. Cremation followed at Oak Hill Cemetery. Patrick, a Kansas favorite born in Massachusetts, led diary chemistry work at the U S Bureau of Chemistry and supported KU scholarships.
Springfield Missouri and Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania authorities announce more arrests tied to the 14 month old Lloyd Keet disappearance. Judge Arch Johnson says evidence links new arrestees to the earlier seven suspects and to other alleged plots. Four of the new arrests occurred in Pennsylvania. The number detained in Missouri remains undisclosed.
The Union Pacific announces a time payment plan for Liberty Bond purchases to employees. W M Jeffers and Ballard Dunn will present details to Kansas City employers tomorrow, with a similar meeting in Junction City tonight. Proposals aim to boost employee bond sales and Red Cross promotion continues with Prof J N Van der Vries joining speaking engagements. Douglas County Horticultural Society meets Saturday at Woodland Park with a picnic and business session. Rio Janeiro forms a fortification and opens a large arms credit of Reis 870 million for armament and war materiel.
State highway commission convenes at the capital to confirm county engineers and designate a state system of roads totaling about 5 000 miles. In Christiania 40 000 protesters march against the high cost of living, receiving the Storthing president's reception.
Douglas County will back a nationwide Red Cross drive during the week of June 18 to fund emergency and civilian relief needs in the war. A county executive committee is named with Henderson Martin as chairman and William Docking, C. H. Tucker, I. J. Meads and T. J. Sweeney as members. A Wichita meeting will determine Kansas’ allotment and speakers’ plans for schoolhouse meetings led by Ralph Spotts.
The First Regiment band opens the year with a South Park concert at 8 o clock. Bandleader Walter Rigdon revealed the program including marches and overtures, vocal solos, and selections such as Tramp Tramp Tramp and Star Spangled Banner performed by Frank T Crowder.
A Ford belonging to J Coy Shinom of 1319 Tennessee street was stolen from in front of the Varsity theater last night around 4 o clock. The license number 106965 was reported, a new left rear tire recently installed, and the car had not yet been recovered. Major Carl Phillips of the Kansas National Guard medical department will speak on medical and sanitary work among soldiers at a Methodist Brotherhood meeting after a 4 80 supper.
The 44th Company wants recruits as registration is now realigned in Kansas National Guard units. Kendall Walton will visit Baldwin this afternoon to finalize remaining placements, while a ten day recruitment detail has been authorized. River flood activity in Topeka shows slight rise expected to fall tonight as Lawrence delegates head to a ten day boys camp at Elmsdale. Transfer of Lawrence Vitrified Brick and Tire Co. property to J J Simmonds follows a court order from Judge C A Smart issued Friday.
The report notes fair conditions tonight and Friday with warmer temperatures, especially in the western and extreme northern portions. It shows yesterday evening and today’s morning readings, indicating a mild to warm trend across the state.
Tornado fatalities and destruction in Clinton and Dougis county prompt rebuilding efforts. John Bachellox buried at Twin Mounds. Lillie Dar Menree and Elva P. Cravell honored at Reno Church burial. Private homes and the Presbyterian church suffer heavy damage. service held at Belvoir schoolhouse until restoration. Church insured for 2000 dollars. repairs underway amid widespread debris and shattered structures.
The commencement events at Haskell begin Saturday with a track and field meet at 1 30 between Webster and Invineiles. At 7 80 Saturday night the alumni banquet will be held. Miss Thompson reelected secretary of the U A alumni association for a year and will direct the Graduate magazine and alumni campaign. The body of A Radford arrived for burial in Oak Hill Cemetery with Rev H W Hargett presiding. Bruce McKee leaves for Algara Canada to spend the summer.
In Strassburg the Alsace-Lorraine Landtag opened with Dr Von Dullwitz stating the region desires to stay in the German empire and work peacefully toward a wartime end. The Nord Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung notes the French cannot claim popular longing for reunion with France.
The AL T. Young Construction asphalt plant moved to Lawrence to pave Winona Ulmois and Lee streets. Six carloads of machinery arrived from Clay Center with a 50 man crew. Work to begin after plant setup, weather permitting, with completion pace tied to conditions.
Denver audience heard Dr. Newell Dwight Hillis outline Germany's alleged plan to end the war by paying thirty billion dollars in indemnity to the Entente and then collecting the sum from the United States. He claimed Germany would retain its armed forces and seek freedom of the seas, with the Allies allegedly resisting the move to prevent conquest.
Chicago reports a cablegram from J F Smetanka of the Bohemian National alliance describing revolutionary demonstrations in Bohemia against Austrian rule. About 14 000 people marched before the Governor's palace with intense editorials calling for independence.
William Jennings Bryan spoke at a university dinner after commencement, regaling the audience with humorous stories and thanking K. G. and Lawrence, saying he would bring his wife on the next visit. In Washington, plans to pass exemption claims mandate local boards for about 30,000 population each, announced by the Provost Marshal General's office.
In a Philadelphia Public Ledger note, the idea that few take up offers contrasts with women who feel they can counsel debutantes. The snippet frames gendered guidance as a familiar cultural exchange.
Summer session at the University began with classes meeting at 7:30. Registration neared 800 by noon and more students attended classes not yet enrolled, signaling a possible record. Dean F. J. Kelly announced a convocation at Fraserball to foster school spirit and unity for the six week term.
Swedish police clashed with a crowd outside the Riksdag building in Stockholm on June 7. A man was wounded and many people were hurt as police charged with drawn swords during protests over constitutional reform shorter work days and higher wages. Some agitators urged violence.
Women’s gym classes at the Y M C A have proven popular, and swimming sessions for scores will begin Friday, June. Enrollment is open at the association building or with Mrs H Be Asher. Classes meet Tuesdays and Fridays, with sections for grammar school high school and young women.
Washington July 7 A senate finance committee proposal adds a two cent tax on bank checks and drafts exceeding $3.00 aiming to raise about $10 million in revenue while removing proposed House taxes on club dues. Other items note Miss Sybil Woodruff from the University home economics department will lecture on canning fruits and vegetables at McAllaster school. A funeral is planned for Bernice I Campbell infant daughter of Mr and Mrs E T Campbell twelve miles southwest of Lawrence with interment at Flory cemetery. C J Erickson returns from Atchison after Midland College board meeting.
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