No Move to Get Together for Peace Talks Delayed
This afternoon featured two key figures from the Republican leadership but the planned gathering to pursue peace was postponed due to delays.
08 Jun 1916
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1916
Page
1
This afternoon featured two key figures from the Republican leadership but the planned gathering to pursue peace was postponed due to delays.
Reports from Chicago indicate two tickets may emerge as Republican and Progressive leaders clash over nomination plans. Roosevelt remains absent as talks on joint conventions falter, while Hughes is eyed by Republicans and a separate Progressive ticket forms around Roosevelt’s possible entry.
Chicago dispatch from June 7 reports a tense Republican National League meeting with factions arguing over nominee prospects. Delegates await a likely compromise as insiders hint progress toward unifying the party, with Kansas delegations and various names circling for potential support.
The report notes fair weather tonight and Friday with unsettled late Friday in the southern portion and little temperature change. It mentions hotels removing seating to create standing room and a motivated crowd hoping for the Republican party's return to power, urging appreciation of leaders' efforts for national peace and prosperity.
The Progressive convention opened in Chicago with James R. Garfield proposing a conference with the Republican convention to nominate Theodore Roosevelt immediately. Victor Murdock urged nominating Roosevelt at once, convincing Henry J. Allen and others that the old guard should act without delay.
Colonel Roosevelt awaits acceptance of an invitation from Maryland Republican leaders to speak at the Chicago convention. He argues that current gashes between parties pale before the need for unified Americanism and national preparedness, and he plans to respond to the invite in due course. He says his decision depends on whether harmony and unity can be achieved at the gathering.
About 1 000 alumni filled Robinson gymnasium for the annual pay commencement dinner. Chancellor Strong noted the university faces serious funding issues while Randolph urged engaging more teacher candidates and alumni to aid recruitment. Cantfield claimed Kansas is out of debt, urging early candidate inquiries on university support.
The Republican subcommittee, chaired by Senator Jef N Me ira, adopts planks on labor and national defense aimed at appealing to progressive sentiment. A police attack on the administration is noted, while recall and initiative procedures are rejected in the subcommittee.
Orders from the adjutant general fix the annual encampment for Kansas National Guard from August 21 to 30 at Fort Riley. Last year the camp was at Fort Leavenworth and this year delayed by the new army bill. No date set for officer instruction camp. regular army officers unavailable to act as instructors presently.
The Kansas Utilities Commission notes no clear basis for appeal after a federal court set a 32 cent gas rate, pending final decision. Attorneys acknowledge little chance for appeal and focus on the inter state commerce issue, with no formal nod to a Supreme Court challenge.
Ellsworth Wil was arrested yesterday for attempting to sell postage stamps in Lawrence stores and was arraigned on a charge of immorancy. He pleaded not guilty, claiming Salt Lake City Utah as his home and denying any grounds for suspicion tied to the stamp sale.
May extend court time as additional days may be needed to finish motions and divorces. morning session heard testimony in the will contest case of Becta Ferguson and others. New York position noted for a senior role in a bank. Methodist Brotherhood dinner at the church scheduled for 6 30 with wives invited. fall plans also mentioned.
The University of Kansas opens its fourteenth annual summer session with a record enrollment of 465 students. Dean F. J. Kelley expects this to be the largest warm weather session yet, offering a ten dollar enrollment fee for ten weeks and extra privileges. Activities include free Kan...an subscriptions, tennis, swimming at Potter Lake, weekly motion pictures, and community sings led by Dean Biden. Many winter students stay over to complete credits, with community sings to begin tomorrow if weather permits.
Representatives announce the International Shows will open next Monday in Woodland Park for a week. Agents promise a superior carnival experience with two free acts and a top road band.
The article describes a summer session on basic military training for high school principals and teachers. Captain Jones and Captain EB lead courses covering codes, sketching, patrolling, sanitation, first aid, and drill with minimal equipment. Sessions run in the gymnasium from 4:30 to 5:00, inviting interested teachers to enroll and observe before deciding. Company M has disbanded for summer. students may travel to Fort Riley for the camp in August.
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