Expeditionary Force Movements Delayed by Rail Shortages
News from the Mexican expedition shows Maj. Gen. Frederick Winston reporting no immediate movement due to rolling stock shortages. Brig. Gen. John J. Pershing will command the force, with cavalry concentration hampered by rail logistics west of El Paso.
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Start Further Delayed Sant Antonio Expedition Delay
The Start Further Delayed Sant Antonio report outlines potential further postponement of the expeditionary forces for the capture of Williv due to General Carranza's plans. It notes possible U S rights to cross into Mexico and the need for a settlement with Carranza. Fort Sam Houston discussions cite border calm as aiding postponement. Washington expected a reply to Carranza’s crossing request after talks with Secretary Lansing. Officers to the Border Junction City Kans March 13.
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Terrible Slaughter at Fort Vaux in Verdun Battle
Paris dispatches report German losses at Fort Vaux near Verdun Saturday exceeded all prior war records. German columns four deep charged French fire from 73, 150 and 210 mm guns, but were repelled with heavy casualties. Observers say two thirds of attacking Bavarians perished as they attempted to scale the fort’s sheer slopes and overcome trenches, leaving vast heaps of dead in the smoke and dust. Further fighting near Verdun’s north showed no infantry activity last night but continued artillery action along the front.
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City Primary to Decide Water Purchase Tomorrow
Lawrence voters will go to polls tomorrow to decide the water plant purchase and cast ballots for city commissioner candidates. Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. with judges and clerks required to be in place by 7. Water plant vote expected first. only W. W. Holyfield and J. J. Carter listed for commissioner on the primary ticket.
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Lawrence
Francisco
W. W. Holyfield
J. J. Carter
City Asked to Clear Water Works Encumbrances Before Purchase
Lawrence Kansas officials contemplate buying Water Works. The plan is to deliver the plant free and clear by releasing first and second mortgages, cancelling bonds, and providing destruction certificates before any purchase money is paid. The release filings are from Columbia Trust Co New York dated March 13 1916 with J H Mitchell as Receiver.
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Lawrence Water Company
Trust Company Attorneys Statement on Lawrence Water Works
Kansas City dated statement from James Mitchell Receiver Lawrence Kansas asserts claims about city purchase of water works being subject to bonded debt are unfounded. If bought at proposed price, the property will be transferred free of bonded indebtedness.
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James Mitchell
Lawrence
Kansas
Yoo
Statement by State Superintendent of Insurance in Kansas
Topeka Kansas March 13 1916 T J Sweeney Lawrence Kansas report of inspection bureau says condition in Lawrence not justify rating on present basis of third class change to fourth class would raise rates brick twelve percent contents four per cent frame eight per cent contents four per cent
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T. J. Sweeney
Lawrence
Kansas
Inspection Bureau
Lawrence voters urged on water plant purchase risks
The Mayor and Commissioner of Finance of Lawrence Kansas assure voters that if purchase proceeds the city will not transfer funds to The Lawrence Water Company. All mortgages and debts will be paid and an abstract confirms the plant is free of encumbrance. The ordinance states the plant must be free of all liens as the election is held.
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City to pay $175,000 for water plant, no indebtedness
Telegrams from the Columbia Trust and Judge Pollock prove the city of Lawrence will acquire the water plant for 175000 without assuming any indebtedness. Receivership details and insurance class effects are addressed, with officials stating no extra debt will be paid at transfer. Local vote guidance urges residents to understand the fixed purchase price and clear title before payment.
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Kansas City
Ederal
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J. H. Mitchell
Thomas Harley
Mitchell
John C. Pollock
Federal District’ Court of Kansas
New York City
New York
s'Aunune
Journal-World
Local Musicians Urged to Join Choral Union for Redemption
Lawrence organizers urge local singers to join the Choral Union as it plans a big community presentation of Gou nods Redemption. Five or six rehearsals will precede the Palm Sunday performance at the University gymnasium. The date was moved from Easter to Palm Sunday by the Ministerial Alliance.
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Gounod
Lawrence Choral ‘Union
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Pah Sund
Oval
Will Albach Make Good On City Plant Purchase Decision
Henry Albach said he would vote Yes if the City of Lawrence could buy the plant free of encumbrance for 175000 dollars. All parties involved claim the plant would be cleared of mortgage and bonds, with no indebtedness to be borne by the city, making Albach’s vote pivotal to the proposal.
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Albach
Henry Albach
Lawrence
Superintendent Hawley Improves Health Return to Office Looms
Superintendent C R Hawley, ill at home with bronchitis and threatened pneumonia, shows notable improvement and is expected to be back at his office by early next week.
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Hawley
C R. Hawley
Attracted to Bridge Big Crowd Watches Construction
A spring day, weather, and sinking river pier caissons drew half of Lawrence to the bridge site yesterday afternoon. Police struggled to keep pedestrians moving past the loitering ordinance while workers poured concrete at the south abutment. The second caisson sinking halted concrete work briefly as a steam siphon operated to drain water leaking into the steel caisson.
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Lawrence
Weather update for Kansas area yesterday to today
Partial summary indicates late day readings around 74 degrees yesterday with a cooler, unsettled pattern expected tonight and Tuesday. Forecaster notes partly cloudy skies, cooler tonight, and unsettled conditions into Tuesday.
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Ieee Eee Legete
Heavier Rails for Santa Fe Upgrading 85 to 95 Pound Rails
Santa Fe officials expect 85 pound rails between Noria and Topeka to be replaced by 95 pound rails. Kansas City to Noria work is finished with new rails unloaded along the line. Old rails may be reused between Ottawa and Lawrence on the southern Kansas branch. Telegraph lines from Argentine to Topeka are being renewed by multiple crews. Project cost is about 25000 dollars.
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Noria
Topeka
Kansas City
Ottawa
Lawrence
Kansas
Argentine
Water bonds review plans for improvement purchase
Prof A G Young head of the state water laboratory reviews the proposed water plant purchase and improvement plan. The discussion covers reasons for voting the water bonds, presenting the proposition as the easiest and cheapest solution. The overview outlines each point involved in the proposed purchase and system.
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A G. Young
State Water Laboratory
An. Eae Water
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