National Guard Regiments Called into Federal Service
Washington March 26. The National Guard units from winds are ordered into federal service for police protection against interference with postal, commercial and military channels. Thirty two regiments plus six separate battalions mobilized, with units in California Oregon Washington Minnesota Michigan Wisconsin and others staged for early deployment.
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St Louis Reaches Port First Armed Vessel to Sail From U S
Washington reports the St Louis the first warned American liner to sail the Atlantic has survived to reach her destination Secretary Daniels announced New York says the St Louis left March 17 with 340 passengers fourteen Americans aboard and a crew of 394 including Lt Americans Berlin March reports sinking of many ships in recent days by the Admiralty Story Tellers Club plans a meeting and Sailor Divorce suit filed by Catherine White seeking a divorce from Anne Drew White alleging desertion in June 1926 after May 3 1911 quarrel
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Third Awaits Orders Missouri Infantry Mobilizes Near KC
The Missouri Infantry regiment, ordered from Washington, began mobilization near Kansas City with 15 companies. Two companies remain stationed at Liberty and Junction City, while others move to border duties. New equipment is arriving and full war strength of 2000 is targeted. units seek quarters as officers assign posts.
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Furious Battle Rages at St Quentin in French Offensive
Petrograd dispatches report heavy fighting as French forces push toward St Quentin amid icy ground and swampy terrain. German defenses along the Omignon river line steady, with French progress on the Creman left and plateau of Guyenay and Benay, while center remains contested.
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Esmeralda Sunk by German Raider Moewe
Berlin dispatch reports the British steamer Esmeralda sailing from Newport News to Liverpool was sunk by the German raider Moewe. Shipping agents believe 23 Americans were among the prisoners taken to Germany. Esmeralda sailed January 28 with 26 aboard, last heard from Ragland six weeks earlier.
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Bombs on interned ships cited in German liner trial
Testimony given in New York on March 26 alleges bombs used to destroy entente munitions were shaded on a German liner tied at Hoboken. The government presented the evidence at the Clas Von Kleist trial alongside five others. City Commission to meet at City Hall tomorrow forenoon. Paul Stubbs departed Friday night for the Stubs ranch Hereford. Many gossips may be involved among confidential manners.
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Demoralization Questioned as German Campaign Plans Spread
From Vetrograd and London reports March 25 26 detail German fears of demoralization in the army and the government’s swift discipline measures. Frontline telegrams claim loyalty remains strong, while agitators within the labor ranks are said to have failed to gain traction. Paris reports for March 26 note continued French advances south of the Oise amid heavy fighting and French patrols reaching Pollenskre, with German assaults repelled along positions from the Sammiend to the Oise.
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Expecting a Call The National Guard Mobilization News
News from Lawrence notes two Missouri Legiments may be called for National Guard service. Lawrencians expect possible federal need and plan to report to commanding officers. Recruiting drives may begin to fill the required strength with local companies and hospital corps preparing for possible duties. A tennis court project at the YMC A proceeds with new construction and club memberships. Bond arrangements and executive committee meetings are adjusted as local civic activity continues. Mrs Henry Nixon of Chicago visits family in town while others return from Florida winter.
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Kansas Weather Report Reads Fair And Colder
Weather report notes fair conditions today followed by a colder night and Tuesday cooling trends. Mentions a cooler northwest portion and a general drop in temperatures.
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Governors to Meet Wilson in Madison Conference
Miles C. Tilley of Madison, secretary of the National Governors Conference, indicated a planned March 26 meeting with President Wilson to press a uniform mobilization of economic resources. Executive committee members reportedly favor calling congress after its opening for the discussion.
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Restrictions on Jews to reside, own property, and vote lifted
An official proclamation declares the removal of restrictions on Jews in Russia, granting equal rights to reside in the army, own property, participate in education and at polls, and to survival. It states there will be no further limitations on Jews and asserts equality for all persons in the issued locales.
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Navy mobilizes for war and expands forces nationwide
President orders immediate Navy recruitment and a total 87,000 enlisted to support a wartime footing. Army departments will be reorganized into six regional commands on the Atlantic coast for speed. National Guard units are recalled to federal service as national troops, with Pennsylvania and Georgia units also ordered home from the border for duty.
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Bird House Prizes At Local Contest Close Weekend
Prizes awarded to top builders in the bird house contest as 33 entries showcased student craftsmanship. First prize went to Francis Sterling of Central A with a log cabin design and $5. second to Dwight Kunkle of Portland. third to Harold Carlson Woodlawn. fourth to Walter Lema Central. Exhibits move to Evans Drug Store. Kansas City visitor Robert Campbell spent the weekend. The Navy seeks recruits as war fears rise, urging young men to contact naval recruiting stations.
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New Bids Sought for Boiler Plant Project
Carl Pleasant, head of Kansas Paving & Construction, seeks new bids for a boiler plant. City officials plan a meeting tomorrow evening to discuss site acquisition and funding, with decisions expected on contracting and timing.
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Mann Seeks Bipartisan Support For Speakership
Washington D C reports Republican leader Mann signals willingness to withdraw from the bid for speaker if bipartisan backing and sufficient votes exist. He indicates readiness to cooperate with party leaders and possibly step aside if Republicans and nonpartisan groups reach a consensus.
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Special Appeal on Public Aid Authorized by Mayor's Office
Secretary Daniels reports a special appeal authorized by the mayor to strengthen emergency efforts. The plan offers a choice of locations at Manuel or Haypan, with the Southeast department to oversee the program. The document, received from Adjutant McXiin, was made public today at General Wests.
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Patriotic meeting planned in Lawrence for unity
A large patriotic gathering is planned for Wednesday in Lawrence to outline plans for a national unity effort. Local organizers promise a big turnout with speakers detailing the purpose, and Phil Campbell is noted as a 21 year old participant among others from the community.
Lawrence City Governance Question Sparks Debate
A Plymouth Center gathering hears critics demand reform in city government. Speakers accuse current leaders of inaction on health, utilities, and finances while urging constitutional changes and the election of a capable Commissioner of Public Utilities to begin improving Lawrence immediately.
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Policy of Delay Proves Expensive in City Utilities Vote
The piece argues delaying action on water plant expansion risks higher costs for Lawrence voters. It credits J R Holmes with pushing prompt city utility decisions, cites past bond issues and the need to avoid further price increases, and frames future council choices as a test of efficient governance.
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Two Earthquakes Reported in Recent Seismograph Readings
Readings show two quakes recorded today with small disturbances noted up to ten miles, details incomplete. The report mentions primary events near Abel and Wichita and references observations from a gymnasium setting with notable growth in related classes.
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