Turkish Troops Murder Assyrians in Northwest Persia
Reports from Northwest Persia describe Turkish forces and Kurdish bands attacking Assyrian Christians near Urumiah and Galpashan. Missionaries and refuges face dire peril with massacres, killings, and widespread destruction. American Presbyterians provide aid as the crisis disrupts mission work and evacuation efforts.
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Tivis
Lendovu
Martel
Ial
Persia
Kard
Urntaiah
Presbyterian Whareh
Tor Pie
Greatapa
Vackard
Galpashan
Seave Yard
Harigliseto
Oram
Turkey
United States
Bryan Bi
Urumiah
Presbyterian Charegh
Te Cited States
Postpone Meeting of Board of Administration
The Board of Administration postpones its meeting until Monday. The High School council and university schedule are in flux as the situation remains unsettled. Military updates from the Meuse front note continued artillery duels and repulsed attacks on Verdun and surrounding sectors.
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Board of Administration
Ondine
Che University
al Sultuinistra
Whiel
Mondin
Buatlin
Marcel
Tupi
Meuse
Fire In The Grand Theater Causes Vast Damage
A blaze swept the Grand Theater damaging the eastern end and stage area. The fire, aided by water, destroyed scenery and the front shield with damage estimated around 1,000 dollars. The building may be repairable, with authorities noting the extent and location of the flames.
Lake View Club Holds Annual Meeting Promising Outlook
Stockholders of the Lake View Club are enthusiastic about prospects as the annual meeting is planned for Saturday afternoon at the clubhouse. Officers for the coming year will be elected and general business discussed. Local members will meet Friday afternoon in Hugh Means law office to plan the gathering. The club, popular as a lake resort, sees daily visits and improved fishing as water facilities are enhanced. Lake View has long been a favored escape for nearby residents seeking rest and nature.
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Lake View Club
Lake View Association
Cliai
Hugh
Lake View
Tagerence
Julie Muz
Frasey Chapel
Hiese
Lobei
Taree
Mes
Turkey
United States
Europe
Ale
Dhimds
Water Company
Socks Duoine
Etty
Mir Mitchell
Lawrence
Conde
LEP
Cohn
Tie
Raa
Iams
Orun
Pany
Hudstat
Phan Ab Mena
Por Low Dong
Bus Ness
Karlsruhe Sunk Near West Indies in December
In a dramatic report, the German cruiser Karlsruhe reportedly sank after striking a reef near the West Indies. Crew scattered, some captured by British forces. one officer from Bremerhaven spoke of rumors the ship’s guns were destroyed and the crew prepared to destroy the vessel. The ship went down after a mine or wreck, with rescuers and mourners preparing for funerals and a burial at sea.
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York
Rerwnia
Bremerhiven
Karlsruhe
Boyd
Carib
Ale North
Dfosterdany
Rotterdam
Bremerhaven
Waglstrade
Evrey
Sone
Bremnerhaven
Tle Uer Owle
Ted Tinea Bremerhaven
West Waddies
Vad Taner
Seth Agner Iva
Theo
Modern Method Arbitration Sees Better Settlement Path
Dr Mez asserts a more effective approach to resolving disputes via modern arbitration. He argues the method offers quicker, fairer settlements and reduces drawn out litigation.
Kansas Weather Note Yesterday Today
Weather note indicates colder night with tonight and Friday in Kansas. mentions two week period and names Moorthy and Tothiy without clear actions or places.
Batteries Return Home From Fort Riley Mission
Fort Riley reports one Sixth Field Artillery battery ordered home by May 25 to establish a camp for officers and a rear camp for artillery batteries. A Third Field Artillery battery moves to Sparta Wisconsin. Dr Mez argues the present war is the last and will spur world peace and arbitration.
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Ft. Riley
Jimellon City
Kan
Fort Rises
Art Riley
Third Field Artillery
Sparta
Wisconsi
Remarkable rescue on railroad by bystander girl
A frightened girl on a train between Pots and Olawa prevented a tragedy when she pressed against the wheel house as the locomotive approached Creek Bridge. Firemen and the engineer acted quickly and the girl was saved with only minor injuries. The act of bravery is praised by officials.
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Lise
Postcard from Germany Spring Training and War Talk
A fragmented postcard from Germany quotes Toth Prockat writing to Waller in-law Panl Gaekan, voicing confidence Germany will win the war. The text mentions an engraved stamp, names like Wegend, Gad Vanish Enghand, and Fincher, plus court terms and a pursuit scene near Santa Fe. Deputy Sheri Selineyk, Geehinge focation, and five county s agi are referenced with unclear context. Harry Elias of Slagerstown Indiana considers farming investments near Lawrence.
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Toth Prockat
Panl Gaekan
Vist Place
Berling
Geenany
Sagi
Board to Convene Friday to Decide on West Year Coach
University of adminstration to meet Friday to consider the football coach recommendation for west Year. Officials disclosed no decision reached in yesterday's athletic board session and the full board is expected to discuss the issue at the coming meeting.
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Steret
University Athletic Board
Parish House Improvements Discussed at Congregational Meeting
Church members gathered at Wolyniewth Congregational to hear plans for parish house improvements including basement remodeling and expansion of banquet rooms. Speaker W C McNown illustrated proposals with stereoscopic views as 250 to 300 members attended, with a general session and schedule set for Wednesday April.
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Wolyniewth
Chirch
Amd
Kansas Clothiers Show Strong Enthusiasm at Association Meeting
Wry Whe praises the Kansas Clothiers as the most progressive group, noting high enthusiasm at the Lawrence gathering. Delegates pledge full support to the organization and discuss plans for upcoming events and regional representation. Two more entries arrive for the eighth tournament, with local venues and schedules being finalized.
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Kansas Clothiers
Wry
Lawrency Planer
Thes
Wade
Ureaniger
Iau
Kansas Association
Kansas
Dismiss High School At Basketball Tournament
In accordance with years of custom the school will be invited to attend the tournament with the usual practices for the coming terms. OLCL Palmer of Bristol Punne evlviinia is visiting friends here.
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Olcl Palmer
Bristol
Punne Evlviinia
City Faces 360000 Water Bonds Debate and Risk
Lawrence voices warn that a 350000 bond issue for a waterworks project could pressure city finances and prompt costly voter decisions. Critics urge businesslike valuation by independent experts and caution against using bonds to pressure the Water Company while seeking a fair settlement.
Captain Sweeney Lauds Company H Inspection
Captain Sweeney, the inspecting officer, called Company H the best in the regiment and the finest he has seen in years. He praised the company for five years of top performance and credited its commanding officers for drilling the men to high standards of conduct and soldierly duties.
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Sweeney
Earlyo
Toby
Welfare Institute Meeting Marks Initial Conference Success
The first child welfare institute session closes after a daylong program. Prof William Melkeever notes progress and hopes for repeats next year as about one hundred delegates from across the state attend. Prof WL Andrews urges enlarging the public school plant and extending the year for summer courses. He advocates open school buildings for industrial training and carefully planned summer programs to support youth development.
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William al Melkeever
Alm Miel
WL Andrews
Kansas State —Aericnatural Callege
Board of Education
Manhattan
Menidis
Gusther Fur Biel
Beine
Jini
Kansas Belgians Relief Fund urged continued support
The Kansas Belgian Relief Fund led by Governor Capper and officials in Abilene Topeka and Iola appeals to all Kansans to donate to relieve Belgian starvation. It cites 1 400 000 current dependents and warns the need could reach 4 million, urging churches clubs and individuals to contribute through county or state chapters.
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Kansas
Belgium
Chas
F. Scott
Iola
Arthur Capper
Abilene
Charles Dillon
Topeka
Phil Mastman
W. R. Stubbs
Scott
Belgum
State Relief Fund
Dle
American Commission
Belaiu
Kansas Belgian Relief Fund
Cardinal Mercier
Morceies
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