Brotherhood Plan Sets Freight Train Strikes Across Rail Network
National conference committee reveals four railroad brotherhoods plan a progressive, time timed strike starting 6 p.m. Eastern on March 16 to pressure a 6 hour workday. The action targets major lines and could involve up to 40,000 freight train workers across New York Central, Baltimore & Ohio, Erie, and others.
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New York
New York Central
Baltimore & Ohio
Erie
Atlantic Coast _Line
Southern Railway
Louisville
Nashville
Seaboard Air Line
Lehigh Valley
Lackawann
Jersey Central
Pennsylvania
Long Island
Maine Central
Delaware & Hudson
Reading
Chicairo
Tehe
Meet in St Louis on 8 hour day conference
St Louis March 18 committee chairmen of the four brotherhoods of the southwestern railroads met to seek recommendations on the 8 hour day controversy. They doubted Supreme Court action would clear the issue but denied plans for a strike now. FE CG Curtis said no national strike is planned.
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Washington
Railroad Brotherhoods
Wilson
Boston
Dlocal
Four Brotherhoods
Department of Labor
Brotherlwods
Phoridas
New York
Yrailroad
Fyven
Four Brotherhoods of
Supreme Court
St. Louis
Southwestern Railroads
Brotherhoods
United States Supreme Court
B.C. Curtis
Missouri, Kansas & Texas
Missouri Pacific Railways
T Aa
Elisha ‘Nee
National Conerence Committee
CG. Curtis
Crystal City
Tex
Order of Way
Labor to Be Loyal to the Nation Declaration
In Washington March 13 labor officials declare that the United States must have the loyalty of labor in peace and war. They pledge support to national defense and offer labor's services in every field if war comes, while demanding equal merit for industrial service and adherence to union standards in all policy decisions.
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Ington
D. C
United States
Labor
Stanisids
Dieterosiniyey
Cimimisterms
Defense Aml
Imprison Troops Amid Riots Reported Near Namur
Fragmentary Telegraaf reports serious disturbances among German troops near Namur and nearby towns. Large numbers of soldiers reportedly imprisoned on insubordination charges as prisons overflow four to five times normal capacity. Rioting in Bremén leads to police injury and civilian violence.
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Amsterdam
London
Mar
Namur
Telegraaf
Tolland
Bremén
Three Killed and Seven Missing in Pennsylvania Mine
In Hendersonville near Canonsburg Pennsylvania a mine blast at Henderson Coal Company claimed three known deaths and left seven others missing. About twenty men were at work at the time, with seven rescuers present. later three more were recovered. The cause of the explosion remains undetermined. Also, Washington reports the Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved a Colombia treaty in modified form, tied to a $24 million Panama partition deal, for a vote in the current special session.
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Pennsylvania
Canonsburg
Wine
Henderson Coal Company
Hendersonville
Here
Soo J
Washington,d. C
Senate
Colombia
United States
Republic
Panama
Renewed Activity on Western Front Opens Spring Drive
Reports describe large scale preparations and renewed combat on the Franco-Belgian front. German troop movements near the Belgian-Dutch frontier hint at a new Calais drive, while Champagne fighting sees French trenches retaken at Maisons de Champagne and a repulsed German counterattack. Berlin claims a British attack south of Arras was repulsed with heavy losses. An air battle appears ongoing as British and German forces duel for air supremacy.
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Calais
Champagne
Tavis
G Mans
Maisons de Champagnes
Eirena Mulletin
Berlin
Germany
Arras
Ain
Air Supremey
Showers Over Kansas Bring Rain and Snow
Weather reports indicate topeka and western Kansas receive rain and snow last night. Central and southern Kansas saw half an inch of rain with western areas getting an inch of snow. Rail lines report fresh snow along Iowa State routes, with Topeka noting precipitation up to a half inch and the storm ending a four month dry spell. Snow continues in western Kansas as morning conditions persist.
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Topeka
Seans
Parto- Kansas
Santa Fe
Kansas
Bock Island Railroad
Belleville
Gee
Weather Bureau
SANK CUNARD STEAMER IN MID-ATLANTIC SINKING
A report from Queenstown via Consul Frost says the non passenger steamship Folio carrying Molio T Waterford aboard sank after a German submarine fired on Feb 14. Ten survivors landed at Dungaurron. surgeon W J Care of Nashville saved all uninjured. Also details of the Norwegian steamship Dalnatia, 1773 tons, sunk in mid-Atlantic after two shots, with the captain’s wife recounting a three day survival ordeal before rescue by a Danish schooner.
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Washington
Folio
State Department
Frost
Queenstown
Molio T Waterford
Dungaurron
Sele
W. J. Care
Nashville
Yonn
London
Dalnatia
Atlantic
Plot to use boy Ed in German raid admitted
Federal agents disclosed that a German plot involved Boy Ed, linked to submarine activity and a German base abroad. The inquiry connects the interned commerce raid to a larger scheme involving Detuschland and a suspected mastermind.
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Iearl
Naval Ittaele di i
United States
Department of Justice
Hayan
Kansas Weather Report Summary
The report notes yesterday marked by rain with 83 inches of rain in some areas. Tonight and Wednesday show unsettled weather with rain or snow in extreme east and southwest portions, while the day remains generally fair elsewhere.
Legislature approves extra sun for compilation of statutes
The 1917 Legislature unanimously passed a resolution commending R. B. McIntosh for compiling the General Statutes and appropriated 3450 for his work. The 1915 appropriation was 12000 for compiling and printing, with a cap of 3500 for compiling costs. The new statutes required extensive new work, including a 1861 to 1915 comparison, and added features amid greater detail.
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R. B. McIntosh
McIntosh
Universal Training Speech Advocates Mandatory Service
A speech by AL Pritt, secretary of the Universal Training League, argues for universal military training and compulsory service. He contends voluntary service is inadequate, promotes national defense through prepared reserves, and urges Congress to adopt a universal training bill to mobilize youth and reduce economic waste in war preparation.
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AL Pritt
Univers Training League
Lini
Kilstein
Mii League
Iheputar
Freseieg
Tun
Hitle-yalze
Ryan Thaush
Made Estes Park Talk At Fraser Hall Lecture
Secretary Dillon of the YM conference presented a talk at Fraser Hall on Rocky Mountain scenes. Mr Dion spoke to promote attendance at the MCG conference in June, with plans for delegates from churches, the University, and fraternities and a special train.
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Secreary
Dillon As
Fraser Hall
M. N. Dillot
Y- M
Imave
Dion
University Ates
A. Ise
Iluga Wedel
Lit
Lawrence
Sewae A. G
City Officials Meet at Primaries Amid Brief Session
The city commissioners held a short meeting today with only Francisco and Cleland present. The session adjourned after routine business and was followed by a brief remark from the mayor. A further commissioner meeting may occur later in the week.
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Mrr
Francisco
Cleland
Molina
Lecture on artillery by Lieut Hughes in Lawrence
Lieut. James I. Hughes of Battery A Kansas Field Artillery will speak tomorrow evening in Topeka to prospective members of the Lawrence battery and others interested. He will discuss shrapnel shell panoramic sight from the 38 inch howitzer and the battery telescope. The lecture will be at Chamber.
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Daines
Hughes
Jamnes I. Hughes
Battery A
Kansas Field Artillery
Topeka
Lawrence
Chiamber
Training for Defense at Kansas University
University seniors favor military training for defense but oppose war as solution. A Rev. O C Brown survey shows 30 percent conditional, 50 percent say enlist first in war causes, 98 percent support agerblsi work for world peace, with minimal dissent. City Manager election in Arkansas City heats up as supporters led by ex mayor GibIson face opponents led by Mayor Hunt who sought court guidance. Marie Trearney sues for divorce from Edward Trearney citing chronic drunkenness and extreme cruelty.
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University of Kansas
O. C. Brown
First Baptist Church
Nehould
Pahich
Mold City
Arkansas
City
Kan
Mar
C. F. Gib Ison
Supreme Court
C.N. Hunt
Eee
Marne Lecture By Patterson At International Policy Club
Bp L Patterson of the University and College will address the International Policy Club tomorrow on the Battle of the Marne. The talk draws on his European battlefield experiences from last summer, with lantern slides and field scenes to illustrate devastation.
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D. L. Patterson
Nps
Inturnactional Polity
Battle of the
Land Leases Expanded in County Tracts
An oil man reported multiple tracts leased in the county as additional property parcels near the register of deeds office were noted. Officials described ongoing leasing activity and potential future leases for surrounding lands.
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Dougtis
Light Vote Cast In Primary Today In Lawrence
Voters turned out in the Lawrence primary with early results showing turnout across wards. Precinct tallies listed include First ward four precincts and Second ward, while speculation grew on which candidate would win the decisive commission contest. The full outcome was expected late evening with results to shape local races and motor car policy debates.
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Wari
iWard
Lawrence
Bey Hirat
Soon & Clock
College students tied to late night robbery threat
Ottawa report says a gang held up and relieved George M Tucker with $10 then returned funds after police sought warrants. A campus representative was planned to address a Wichita gathering tomorrow night as college authorities threaten action against students.
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Ottawa
George M. Tucker
Aids Companion
Tucker
Warritts
Wichita
Germany backs up in a European counteroffensive frame
The Shipping Gazette reports German naval attaches in various nations are summoned to conferences as tensions rise over naval maneuvers and economic pressures. Indirect measures during a standoff with unspecified counties aim to prevent America from entering a broader conflict. A quote on discipline closes the piece, noting a boy’s response to punishment.
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Counterif
Zorsassadar
Ber
Aniong
Noiwe- Tereanti
Reuters
Bertin
Bernsterifts
Tstiania
America
Measles and scarlet fever cases at university prompt cautions
University health officials reported several measles cases among students and three scarlet fever cases. Dr John Sundwall described rain as reducing but not eliminating danger while urging hygiene, isolation, ventilation, and avoidance of crowding. Students from Skidmore, Robinson, and Tebtinson were mentioned, with several others under care and quarantines not yet enforced. Continuous precautions include frequent hand washing and ample water intake to curb spread.
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John M. Sundwall
U Sity
Skidmore
Tait Ryley
Willard ‘Anderon
William di -Clarke
Helen Logan
Sundwall
Topeka Adjourning Actions Amid Bill Votes
Topeka reports lawmakers move toward adjournment with twelve bills to sign. Governor veto momentum targets four bills including cigarette regulation and road pass lane measures. Manufacturers seek changes as retailers face stamp and coupon cleanup before January first next year.
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Topeka
Eas
Mobal Aken
Mter
Topeka Enacts Anticigarette Bill Regulating Sales
Kansas Governor signs House Bill 396 restricting cigarette advertising and possession for minors. It bans merchants from promoting tobacco with papers and gives authorities power to enforce rules across shops offices theatres and public venues. Violations are misdemeanors with fines from 25 to 100 dollars per offense.
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Topeka
Kansas
App
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