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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
1
General Pershing announced there were no losses or serious illnesses during the transfer of American forces to France. He praised morale, health, and care in French camps, noting swift arrival amid submarine warnings and a warm reception at the port of debarkation.
German columns attacked on the Verdun front west of Dead Man Hill and Hill 304, but French forces repelled them with heavy losses to the attackers. In the Aisne sector, Germans used burning liquid and held a salient after shelling, while defenses elsewhere remained intact.
Washington June 30 The annual House baseball game between Republican and Democratic members will be played at American League Park this afternoon for Red Cross relief. Notables expected to play include Nan napf Marsel, cabinet members, and Representative Jeanette Rankin. Joe Cannon is also mentioned to participate as Washington figures attend.
The Varsity theatre sells 1000 tickets for a Monday program to raise about $150 for the Social Service League. Mr and Mrs Ware support the effort with free admission and Vita graph Co Kansas City provides films free. All proceeds go to the league treasury.
Canadian forces drive along the Souchez to Lens reclaiming Couzette Leagiette and Avion, with ground restored east of Vimy. They endure heavy rain as Germans mount strong resistance and floods complicate the front. British report captures defenses on the Sanchez banks near Lens, with over a mile advance.
Camden NJ June 30. The superdreadnaught Idaho launched from New York Shipping Company yards sister ship to Pennsylvania flagship of Atlantic fleet. Henrietta Simmons granddaughter of Idaho governor sponsored the ceremony. public was not admitted due to war conditions. Idaho mirrors Pennsylvania and Mississippi in armament and speed but uses geared turbine engines for 42 000 horsepower and 21 knots.
Next week at K U features a Community Sing Monday, Prof. W L Schurz lecture on Latin American Cities illustrated Tuesday, Fourth of July events on Mount Oread Wednesday, Fine Arts concert Thursday, and Miss Louise Alder lecture Friday. Alder discusses The Kindergarten Situation in Kansas. Fourth plans include Dean Blackmar address, Woodland Park visit, campus events, and a Robinson Gym patriotic concert after a campus program and picnics are banned.
Dix Teachenor former Kansas University tennis captain and Walter Nowell fell in the doubles semi finals at the Missouri state tournament on the Field Club courts in Kansas City. Teachenor vs Clifford Tockhorn set the stage for a finals push with Monett or Newell as possible partners. Kenneth Uhls captain elect dropped his match to Clifford Leckhorn 9 7 6 1.
The six suffragists who spent three days in jail for picketing the White House were freed at the end of their sentences. A breakfast in their honor was held at the Woman's Party headquarters as crowds urged continued protest. Police say they will prevent further arrests while suffragists vow to resume picketing.
The three student barber shop proprietors Henry Cherry Percy Bradshaw and A W Logan in Bebonan Kansas have purchased the College Inn shop from W A Wadham to secure education opportunities at the University of Kansas They plan to employ student barbers to help run the shop Wadham also bought a shop at Concordia and Mr M B Elmer departed for Denver last night.
The Farmers Institute announces its annual picnic set for August 9 at Poor Farm Grove south of Lawrence. Ed S Marvey, president, asked farmers to keep the date open as the event will feature a usual program of picnic events, baseball games, and noted speakers for the day.
Kansas leaders urge Congress to grant priority to the farm implement industry to secure machinery for increased food production in Kansas. J. C. Mohler notes the issue after a Kansas Council of Defense meeting, with FP A Wirt in charge of farm machinery at Kansas State Agricultural College backing the push. The Wisconsin Council of Defense has already sought similar action.
The Post Office outlines how to address letters to Pershing expedition members, routing mail through New York and limiting knowledge of ultimate destination. Burleson’s guidance preserves security and applies US domestic postage rates to all letters and printed matter sent to or from the expedition.
Douglas County prepares a large Fourth of July celebration with Woodland Park destination and Lawrence Chamber of Commerce organizing events. National Guard units invited, Mason to give the oration, and local ball games and attractions planned for all residents. Also a Reading Matter drive for Fort Riley Y M C A to supply 7,060 troops with books and magazines, with donations requested via the local Y M C A.
A brief weather note states fair conditions tonight with cooler temperatures on Sunday. The forecast mentions extreme northwest portions expected to be affected tonight.
Governor Stubbs urged Lawrence residents to support the Red Cross campaign, but Douglas County fell short of the $35,000 goal with about $22,000 raised. Speakers praised rural contributions while criticizing Lawrence for low participation and a lack of civic pride.
The Lawrence board of education announces a September 2 opening for all city schools, one week earlier than normal, to improve enrollment at the Normal school next spring. Teachers will convene this fall on Monday September 3, with principals expected the prior week.
State and local Kansas Dairymen's Association leaders delayed afternoon business to hear state speakers tonight in Lawrence. William Newlin and Prof. A S Neale addressed delegates on dairy herd care and management, with topeka dairyman J W Bigger and Linwood H B Browning among speakers. Delegations from Leavenworth and Topeka area expected for the night session as dairies near Lawrence were inspected earlier.
B C Abramsky, a St Louis traveling man in Lawrence, recounts Belgian atrocity stories heard from a shopkeeper in Nowata Oklahoma. He describes two Belgian boys adopted by a Indpendence oilman’s wife, each missing a hand, and argues these mutilations supported Germany policy to terrorize Belgium. He urges stronger public support for the war effort to destroy the system behind such acts.
M Pearson, superintendent of City Kansas schools, spoke on organizing junior high schools to rank students by ability. He cited five core areas: language, math, science, history civics, industrial development and physical welfare. He argued ranking motivates students and reduces discouragement by tailoring classes to ability. He noted compulsory courses fuel discouragement for average students and the system aims to align training with individual capacity. Railroad amendments seek freight rate increases. Missouri Public Service Commission hearing planned. Tax rolls in Douglas County show unpaid taxes of 28,800 with penalties for late payment.
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