Hold Belgium Bissing Advice Calls For Belgian Subjugation
Memo by late Governor General Von Bissing, published in Greater Germany, urges annexation of Belgium as sole policy for Germany. It praises looting Belgium’s resources and plans for a new war, arguing occupation is essential for offensive campaigns against France and England. It warns a Flemish state would not suffice and all of Belgium must be absorbed.
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London
Associated Press
General Bissing
Belgium
Little Kingdom
Germany
Greater
Bacmeister
Lemburg
England
France
Italian Mission On Tour Completes Work For Now
The Italian mission finished its conference with U.S. officials and departs for a ten day tour of the country before heading to Italy. Prince Udine remains in Washington due to illness and will rejoin the party in New York.
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Washington
Ita
Italy
Udine
New York
Terpsichore’s Trio Dominates Dance Conven tion
New York report notes waltz fox trot and 1 step as the big three dances at the fourth annual convention of the International Association of the Masters of Dancing with about 200 members in attendance. Also mentions University of Kansas outdoor recreation hour and athletic activities at Potter Lake.
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Terpsichore
New York
International Association of the Masters of Dancing
Bulgaria to avoid pushing war into Greece premier states
Berlin dispatch reports Bulgarian Premier Radislavoff tells Berlin papers Bulgaria has no plan to attack Greece. He claims Bulgaria can offensive Sarail's army if needed, cites friendly sentiment toward Greece, and expresses confidence on both Balkan and Russian fronts. He notes satisfactory Bulgaria crop prospects amid war news.
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Berlin
London
Bulgaria
Greece
M. Radislavoff
Sarail
Russia
Ite
Trie
Tata Sinner
Tariff Commission work outlined and July 4 plan
Honorable William S. Culbertson of the United States Tariff Commission spoke before the Chamber of Commerce detailing the commission’s history and duties. He described study areas including wool sugar and chemical industries and the administration of customs laws. Merchan t s urged support for the Red Cross as Henderson Martin led the county drive. A July 4 celebration was decided for Lawrence with plans to be announced. Y M C A funds in Douglas County reached $1102 with the drive continuing next week. Community Sings drew 75 participants at the University of Kansas. Claude Testerman returned from Brownsville for a visit. W 10 Fey released after 30 days for a daytime chicken theft.
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United States Tariff Commission
Chamber of Commercce
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Commission
Ustom
Congress
Henderson Martin
Red Cross
Douglas County
Martin
Unsettled Weather Promises Showers Here Tonight
A Kansas weather bulletin notes unsettled conditions tonight and Wednesday with likely showers and thunderstorms. The eastern portion cools while overall readings show fluctuating values and a cloudy pattern.
Sixty Red Cross drive meetings planned countywide
The Douglas County Red Cross Executive Committee met at Merchants National Bank and outlined sixty meetings next week with ten each night across churches and schools to mobilize support. Speakers were selected and arranging tonight with local leaders, while organizers plan tours and summons from Governor Martin to boost national war aid efforts.
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Douglas County
Red Cross
Merchants National Bank
Henderson S. Martin
William Doeking
Ralph Spotts
Lecompton
I. C. Stevenson
Doeking
Martin
Ames
France
Docking
First American Supply Ship Unloads At Parvin Paris
A Journal correspondent describes the arrival of the first American supply ship of a new type at a French post on June 12. The J class vessel supports the squadron with food, coal, and repair materials, unloading thousands of tons of wheat flour and vast shipments of medicine and dressings. A bow vessel for submarine pursuit accompanied it, and German and Austrian prisoners help unload, staring at the stars and stripes as the war effort advances.
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Parvin
Paris
Journal
Police Court Covers Jay Driving and Hogs Case
Two jay driving cases were dismissed after court found collision avoidance caused the incident with no vehicle damage. One man fined six dollars for hogs in city limits and directed to remove them. Speeding cases were continued until the motorcycle officer’s return.
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Jay
Dismiss Receivership Chicago June 12 United States Court ends control
The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway receivership is terminated by Judge Carpenter. Jacob M Dickinson is to be discharged as receiver. Reorganization plans are approved. the former vast system is to be rebuilt after extensive financial collapse and asset write downs.
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Chicago
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company
Carpenter
United States District Court
Jacob M. Dickinson
Rhode Island
Congress
Seventeen Indians Receive Diplomas at Institute
Seventeen Indian graduates were awarded diplomas at the formal commencement at Uaskell Institute this afternoon. The address was delivered by Rishon James Wise of the Episcopal church. Graduates listed include Philemon A. Bergie Ednah D D Morris William Elders Levi J Prue Slater Savannah Madrid Pascal Mbois Everidge Benton Mary sae Janie Crowe Mary J Pablo Ella C Ponpio Charles Lady and Frank Livermont from the Commercial Department along with Carrie H M Splitley Bath J Pear ny Billie Willis from the Household Economics Department.
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Uaskell Institute
Rishon James Wise
Episcopal Church
Frank Livermont
Arrie HM. Splitley
Pearny Billie Willis
Tthe Institute
Liberty Bonds Drive Marks Flag Day in Lawrence and Philadelphia
Flag Day activities highlight Liberty Bond drives as Philadelphia rings the Liberty Bell and Lawrence hosts bells and bank hours to encourage subscriptions. Federated clubs and YMCAs mobilize funds for army relief, with plans for a Red Cross push and a women’s meeting at the Methodist church.
Women’s Forum Planned by KU Social Director
Thyrsa Amos, director of student social life at the University of Kansas, announces a Women's Forum and afternoon teas to help women summer school students get acquainted. The forum begins at 4:20 tomorrow in Green Hall, with teas offered for those who prefer socializing.
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K. U
Thrysa Amos
Jal Dinteor
University of 4 S
Miss Amos
Green Hall
Martin to speak at Lawrence Flag Day Elks gathering
Hon Henderson Martin will address Lawrence Elks on Flag Day about wartime conditions and citizen roles in victory. The event at Fraternal Aid Union hall starts at 8 o'clock and is the city’s sole public Flag Day observance open without charge.
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Elks Club
Lawrence
Henderson Martin
United States
Martin
Elks
Fraternal Aid Union Hall
O'Clock
the Elks
Lawrence to Take $200000 of Bonds
Lawrence banks and depositories prepare to relay Liberty loan subscriptions totaling about 200000. Local banks including Watkins National Merchants National Lawrence National and People's State Banks contribute 25000 each with Citizens State 6000 and Farmers Bank 310000. Fraternal Aid Union adds 40000 and individuals will push the total higher by June 14. Subscriptions arrive from Group 2 banks across 13 counties led by Wabaunsee Morris Chase Ly...
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Watkins National
Merchants National
Lawrence National
People’s State
Citizens State Bank
Farmers’ Bank
Fraternal Aid Union
Liberty
Kansas City
Lawrence National Bank
Merchants National Bank
Liberty Loan
State Association
Wabaunsee
Morris, Chase, Ly von
Shawnee, Osage
Coffey, Douglas
Franklin
Anderson, Johnson
Miami
Linn
Water Employees Seek Higher Pay Through City Ordinance
City commission heard a proposed ordinance to raise water office salaries including cashier and bookkeeper from 60 to 75 dollars, clerks from 50 to 60, three firemen from 50 to 55, foremen from 60 to 66 after four months, and meter supervisor from 55 to 62. No action taken. discussion to consider the ordinance or revisions. The street railway filed a petition to cap its paving cost payments on Lee Street in annual installments, via state statute. J T Skinner presented it. The mayor and clerk authorized a contract with the Santa Fe railroad for a switch to the new water plant. The appraiser’s report on Winona Street paving was reviewed, and S Engle’s property assessment was reduced to match frontage.
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Cleland
War Department
Thule
Street Railway Company
City Commission
Lee Street
Aumee
J. T. Skinner
Santa Fe Railroad
S. Engle
Fourth annual Wo mans Home Missionary Society meet in Lawrence
One hundred fifty top leaders gather at First Methodist church for the Kansas Conference Wo mans Home Missionary Society convention. Today features an Indian concert by the Oregon quartet, followed by a program including scripture, talks, singing, and an offering for the society. Tomorrow’s schedule lists department reports, training, evangelism, children events, and a supper on the Kansas University campus.
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Lawrence
Soci
Kansas
Oregon
H. W. Hargett
Fimer Lindquist
Wichita
Florence Shirley
Grantville
Mite’ Fox
B. F. Sweet
Manhattan
Temperance
W. P. Budd
John W. Keller
Topeka
T. (. Whiteker
C. W. Squires
Galena
J. W. Bazell
Kani City
Charles Frys
Margaret Hawke
Coffeyville
Annie Hobbs Woodcock
Adeline Smith
BE. Ly Krostmann
Alanhattan
Peck
Tariff Should Be Separated From Politics
W S Culbertson of the federal tariff commission urged University of Kansas summer session students to separate the tariff from politics. He called tariff a vital life factor and said postwar tariff will be a key international issue. he recalled his Emporia College football visit to KU years ago.
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K Ue
Federal Tariff Commission
University of Kansas
Culbertson
College of Emporia
Kk. U
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