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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1917

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Senate Parley On Armed Neutrality

Washington March 2 The senate debate over armed neutrality stalled an extra congressional session as many believe the President knew of Zimmermann's note when relations with Germany soured. The discussion focused on a substitute bill granting the President authority to use instruments beyond arming merchants. Senators remain cautious, with no immediate rush for a March session despite pressure from Democratic leaders.

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President Wilson replies on note authenticity to Senate

Washington reports President Wilson says the government possesses evidence authenticating a note published January 19 1917 from Germany to Mexico. Secretary Lansing confirms the note's authenticity and states the government holds the document, with details not disclosed to the public.

Anl Liinsing Senate Ue Prross Mexica Secret of State Woorrow Wilson Lansing United States Lolts Mexico

Senate Records Delayed Note Transfer to Foreign Relations

The senate ordered the report and letter printed and referred to the foreign relations committee with no comment. The document discusses a note mentioned in a resolution and notes it would be incompatible with public interest to send further information to the senate at the present time.

Senate Robert Tansing Foreign Relations Committee

Ritter Cleared in German Propaganda Allegations

Secretary Lansing absolves Paul Ritter of blame for fostering German propaganda. He was accused of exceeding authority and aiding German interests, but officials state Ritter acted properly and any bitterness toward him is unfounded.

Paul Ritter D.C Reh Litter Rey Germany

Four Yarrowdale prisoners set free after German captivity

Four Yarrowdale men detained in Karlsruhe and Berlin camps were released after March 7 and sent toward Copenhagen. They endured harsh conditions, scarce food, and long transports, with uncertainty about their status and American war involvement. Authorities promise further releases as quarantine limits are eased.

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Austria Lends Turkey 240 Million Crowns, Report Says

A Vienna dispatch reports Austria agreed to lend Turkey 240,000,000 crowns for an unnamed period. The funds are earmarked for purchases related to Austria-Hungary. The report, received via Amsterdam, notes the exchange with Berlin and minor parliamentary chatter.

Austria Turkey Berne Maris Vienna Austria-Hungary Oes

Another Winter Before War Ends Foul Shortage May Weaken Morale

London reports General Frederick Maurice argues the war could extend another winter on military grounds. He says food shortages in Germany may erode morale and fatigue among fresh recruits, but German resolve and material superiority could still sustain victory chances. He condemns defeatist views and stresses resilience.

London Ares Frederick Maurie Iregbor Yin Lia Ain Germany

Minister on trial for flag desecration in New York

New York reports a trial for desecrating the American flag joined with flags of other nations. Prosecutors claim the act intended to mock patriotism and an international movement. Several individuals, including two women, were involved in the incident today at City Hall.

New York Neith Charest Bauek White

Federal Bone Day Law Aims Liquor Shipment Ban

Legislation barring shipments of liquor to seven prohibition states passed the house with the Reed bone amendment. The measure moves to the senate, then to President Wilson for approval.

House Senate Wilson

President Wilson to Take Oath Again Next Week

Washington March 2 President Wilson will take the oath of office for a second term next week using a small Bible once used to swear him in as governor of New Jersey and as chief executive. The White House has not decided which day the oath will be administered.

Wershington D. C Wilson New Jersey Yha

No Potato Marker Prices Fall in Chicago Shipments

In Chicago prices for potatoes slipped as shipments stayed steady. Market notes show potatoes trading around 2.10 dollars per unit versus 35.05 previously, reflecting a broad price drop while remaining a strong supply.

Chicago Ae Dawce Crier Sklw

Weather report for region with unsettled conditions

The report notes unsettled weather today with possible collar in the southeast portion tonight. Forecast includes yesterday and today at 2 p.m. and mentions potential changes in conditions tonight or tomorrow.

Lawrence High School Focal Point In Pekin Hotel Meeting

Unclear text reports that Ervin C. Ross a Lawrence high school focus on service met Victor Murdock in Pekin at a hotel. Mention of a recent leave and a hunting trip appears, with fragmented references to assignments and departments.

C. Ross Victor Murdock J . Pekin Ervin C. Ross Lawrence High School Maniia

Lecture in French by Dr. de Lapradelle at Kane University

Students in the Romance language department anticipate a Monday lecture by Dr. Albert de Lapradelle in Snow Hall at 4 20 p m. The French address will cover “Thirty Years of French Political Evolution” in the university setting.

de ‘Lapradelle University of

University of Kansas faculty pledge support to President

A university telegram signed by sixty six Kansas faculty members signals broad backing for the president to preserve U S honor. The message drafted yesterday at 3 pm expresses willingness to adopt measures to uphold the nation’s prestige and mentions the Carnegie Foundation funding for plan approval. The list of signers includes Walker O E Tatter Johnson Boynton Mitchell Sill Pat mC etc.

Ixty Woodrow United States University Uni Kansas Waituil Ste LS. Johnson A. J. Boynton Wilki Iiamia Hoon Plirgor O. UL Barns J. C. Metall Whittemore Woon Revind'tsanl Sir To V. Smith Wea C. Crawford

Kans bone dry law closes six wet Bloch saloons

Missouri judge orders closure of six saloons in Kansas City blocking wet influence after a county court ruling supports the bone dry regime. Judge Miles Bulger cites public interest while Arkansas booster Mr Logan visits Lawrence and a local editor discusses state newspaper coverage. City commissioners plan bids and towing fee talks in a special session as Admiralty warns ships in the Atlantic after a grace period expires.

Missouri Kansas City Kansas Miles Bulger

Gas meeting ends without agreement on higher rates

A heated city meeting failed to produce a gas rate settlement as officials and gas men clashed over proposed charges for lighting cooking and heating. Witnesses said the conference showed no path to a solution, with suggestions of reduced consumption and a costly price structure. A committee will reconvene to set a course of action after this stalemate.

Lme Wo Dana Wasmager Kansas 3 ’ Company Hatley Danar Doherty The Kansas Natural Doran Toneka Kansas Mayer Edware

Kansas universities seek legislative support for funding

In a Liberal era push, Kansas University alums urge lawmakers to provide adequate funding from the current session. The Riggs report points to similar actions in Michigan and Minnesota, highlighting broad statewide support. The note indicates eight million dollars in appropriations proposed for the next biennium.

KOA Wingis Kauieas University Weta Vanpeeit Rmen Invesan Kansas Michigan Riggs Elass Khair Montanna Reyote Puritan University University of Uiiness Kansts University

Play at McAllaster by MacMurray class delights audience

Friends of MacAllaster school praised Professor MacMurray and his students after a Thursday evening performance of the play Happy Day. The cast featured Eva, Hangen, Tatlock, Dena Seller, Marlowe, Nettie Brown, Kitty Ferm, Ruth Blacre, Opal Neil, and a school drill finale. Receipts from the door will fund records for the school.

Ruth Blacre Opal 'Neil

Modify Franchise Of Home Phone Co To Allow Consolidation

City commissioners discussed the Home Telephone Company franchise and a planned consolidation with Bell. They agreed the ordinance would take effect only after the two systems merge under the Public Utilities Commission order, preserving city protection and bond arrangements.

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Federal postion Clara Bassett appointed stenographer in Agriculture

Clara Bassett of Lawrence has been appointed to a stenographer post in the Department of Agriculture in Washington Miss. Bassett is to report for duties March 16. A grass fire on the Old North College campus on Louisiana Street yesterday afternoon caused a brief alarm but firefighters quenched the blaze with no damage reported.

Clara Bassett Lawrence Department of Agriculture Washington Miss. Bassett Louisiana Street Old-North College

Kansas pen has record sixty nine life term prisoners

Sixty nine life term prisoners are held at the Kansas penitentiary the largest number ever known with eleven of them under death sentence. Meantime, John Manino a murder convict was brought in after a recent assault. Alvin Watson a stockman faced mob interference while Maning’s confinement was arranged. Theodore Copeland was released on bond after arraignment on mail objectionable matter. Kansas City teachers venture to the educational meeting while schools shuttered for the day.

Mats Xy Ing Kin Star Kansas Penitentiary Jne Manino Festerd Alvin Watson Mead County Copeland Theodore Copeland Tageks Frank L. Campbell United States Mareh Kansas City Educational Association

Robbed in confidence game and telegram promise

Rev L M Potts reports a confidence game robbery and a telegram from him received today claiming he will come home next week after a nervous breakdown. His wife still learns his location under wraps. College Deans to Meet Here announce the eleventh annual meeting of state university college deans to be held at the University on May 3 and 4 with fifteen deans present.

L. M. Potts M. Potts Bene Noah Olin Templin Ohio State University

Gasoline test law passes the Kansas House

The Kansas House approves a gravity and distillation test for gasoline. Unsafe fuel will be labeled under test gasoline, buyers warned, and inspectors' pay and duties rise. A separate debate kills the women's equal property rights bill after a long session with a narrow vote. The trading stamp bill also faces heated discussion amid constitutional concerns and women’s opposition.

Topeka Mar Kansas House Senate Supreme Court Bit Worath Fife

Turko Turkish Retreat and Allied Advances Reported

Hull of Turkish retreat described as they fall back toward the Tigris with miles of ground lost. British on their heels near Baghdad, while Franco-Belgian front holds. German retreat on the Ancre continues as Russian and Galician actions rise with activity from Riga to the Romanian frontier.

Tigris Bagdad Ancre Russia Galacia Riga Rumasian Rumania Berlin Petrograd

Plan Exposition to Feature Uni Similar to City Event

The student council chaired by Stanley Nelson plans a May 1913 exposition at the university mirroring a prior city show. The exhibit will be reviewed with the faculty, aiming for a large display of the department’s work.

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