Iron Man for Chancellor Demand Roils German Press
Copenhagen May 8 conservatives and pan German factions press the recall of Chancellor Von Bethmann Hollweg. They blame his hesitant policy for delaying mobilization and the Battle of the Marne, claim a second chance to end the war was wasted, and note mass meetings pushing for his retirement. The agitation aligns with praise for Austro-Hungarian moderation and mirrors a growing political push at home.
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Copenhagen
von Bethmann-Hollway
Deutsche Tages Zeitung
Marne
Prussia
von Eyck
Tages Zeitung
Bismarck
Germany
von. Bethmann-Hollweg
WHEAT OUTLOOK AND TRAIN DERAILMENT NEWS
Outlook for wheat yields weak with Kansas 49 condition and 42.6 million estimated production. A special train carrying the French wartime mission derailed at Arcola Illinois, injuring several officials but causing no fatalities, as cars overturned and rail damage prompted rescue and inspection.
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Kansas
Effingham
Arcola
Tinois
East Ward
Agricul
Terre Haute
Indianapolis
Freer
Arcumbus
Ohio
Joffre
Viviani
Imainmoen
Germans Retake Fresnoy In Fierce Counter Attacks
A German report from Berlin says Fresnoy near Arras, captured by Canadians on May 3, has been retaken during continuous fighting. Canadian HQ dispatch notes a German penetration northeast of Fresnoy this morning, but Canadians restored the line except for a small point.
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Berlin
Iran
sHoysive Tor
Fresnoy
Arras
The
Ottawa
Ont
Fresnoy Village
Howe
Gag Order Imposed by Secretary Lansing on State Dept
Washington May 8 Secretary Lansing announced a gag order barring state department officials from releasing information. Only the newly formed bureau of foreign intelligence and Lansing himself may publish international news. The move centralizes all information about the war and foreign affairs with the bureau and its two officials while restricting details on foreign visitors.
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Washington
Lansing
Department
Bureau of Intelligence
Lansig
Bureau of Foreign Intelligence
Sid
State Department
Cuba
China
England
May wheat hits record on Chicago market
May wheat held at $3 a bushel in Chicago the highest price on record with an advance of 17 cents. July wheat rose 7 1 2 cents to $2.33 41. Golfers Topeka Lawrence Country Club sends 16 top handicap players to a May 15 tournament in Topeka. May Fete University event began at 4 pm after weather forced postponements.
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Chicago
Topeka
Lawrence Country Club
T R S Division Causes Deadlock In Washington War Conference
Conferees in Washington debate Roosevelts division to France and wartime measures. House and Senate members clash over age limits, prohibition, and selective service with work suspended awaiting instruction. Hoover urges a separate food department. France receives 60000,000 aid. White school librarian named. Presbyterian Orchestra concert tonight with Red Cross collection.
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Washington
May
Riosesvelt
Tediey
Mont Interest
House
T. KR
France
France the Conference Committee
Senate
Herbert Hoover
Senate Agricultural Committer
Presbtyerian Orchestra
First Presbyterian Church
Red Cross Society
Myeon
American engineer to rebuild slav roads in Russia
An American engineer heads a four member panel sent by the U.S. government to Russia to strengthen the railway system. The group includes officials from the Durkington road and other engineering sectors.
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Hou Brewers
Chaet
Etote
Patina Canal Commission
Pefeare
Bert
Russi
Stevers
John
Biattimore
Henry Abbey Baerdiher
Wabado
Te Durkington Road
Wheat forecasts show low winter crop yield in 1901 era tone
Washington reports that winter wheat faces the lowest condition on record and a smaller production than 1901, despite generally good agricultural conditions. Forecasts estimate about 266 6 thousand bushels with varied regional outcomes, while rye and other grains show mixed prospects amid dry conditions and high abandonment. Washington officials and naval committee researchers note cautious optimism about near term developments in submarine defense experiments.
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Washington, May
Bengaon
Taelary
Department of Age
Monta Warial
Ne Wi
Supposed U Boats Fueled by American Ships Report
Washington disclosed a government inquiry into the American Trans Atlantic Company and its vessels, including the Manitowoc, for alleged shipments of supplies to German submarines in the Atlantic. Officials did not release detailed steps or identify ships tied to the activity. Both state and justice departments are involved in the investigation.
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San Juan
Denee
Othe Atlantic
United Ses
Manitewoc
St. Thomas
United
Tend
Onxacter
Manitawoc
Muskegon
U.S. A
Homos Ares
New York
Oaders
United State
Washington
Promt
Maintoweer
American Trans Attic Company
Actanins
Mia Department
American P Atlantic Company
Ork
Boston
State Aml Jus Department
Help to Conserve WW Gh Wind Formerly of Layee
A chaotic historical item notes guests at a Chamber of Commerce meeting in Lawrence. It mentions WW Gh Wind, Ritchey, and local railroads planning fruit handling, a proposed employment bureau, and an offer from Journal-World and Gazette to donate ad space. It also references a good roads meeting, efforts to secure hallsus State Mold Society, a Handicap Tournament, and a general conference of the United Brethren church. The report is line-heavy and unclear but captures civic talks, plans, and personnel in Lawrence during a weekly meeting.
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Wind
Layee
RLM
Ritchey
Union Vacitic Railroad
Chaumber of Commerce
Tter
Acie Nce
Raawtenee
Ulan Baeitie
Ma Saill
Chamber of Commerce Employment Bureau
Journal-World and Gazette
Employment Bureau
Barkers Aeeter
Jones School
Gow. Jones
Hallsus
Society For Lawrences
Kansas Weather Report Snapshot Notes
Weather diary fragment notes yesterday with icy conditions and forecasted temperatures around 24 degrees. Mentions a 2 PM reading and possible chain events in Lempepialan area. Reads as incomplete local weather blurb with unclear names and dates.
Engineers to Front in France Nine Regiments Planned
Washington May 2 The war department announced that leaders have been sent out to raise nine Regiments of Engineers for duty at the earliest possible moment on the communication lines in France. These troops will supplement the administration's army plans.
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Washington
May
War Department
France
Miss Efficiency Parents Meet Amid Ed Upset
An unclear notice describes parents handling concerns about education and efficiency. The fragment mentions Miss Efficiency and a meeting, hinting at dissatisfaction with the education system and a push for reforms or clearer guidelines. No names beyond Miss Efficiency.
Baby Clinic Opens With School Week Events
A community baby clinic launches Better Baby Week at the Baptist Church with a square deal program. Miss Ettleieney hosts a guest visit from Dave Jenep while demonstrations cover washing and dressing, patterns, and proper clothing for infants. Speakers discuss child development and hygiene as families attend opening activities and a birthday letter project for next year.
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Miss Ettleieney
Dave Jenep
Ty Shed
Mfteieney
Child Hygiene Division
State Board of Betty
Ste
Roan
Roel
Fenrth
Fiedia
Lars
Dr Orelup
Mas Bow
Saele
Mrs Horpeman to Speak on Germany Experiences Tomorrow
Mrs Don Haitian returns from fourteen months in Germany to share wartime observations at Fraser Hall for University and town audiences. Mrs Hoffman, wife of Con Hop l Secretary, will discuss life in Europe, food conditions, and German attitudes toward the Kaiser during the opening of the war.
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Germany
K. UL
Don Haitian
Bsg
Fraser Hall
Hoffman
University
Y i AL
Honan
Y. C.A
University Annual Out Next Week Studio Review
Toronto editor reports the upcoming University annual The Stayhawker will be released next week with more pictures than ever including a new university company feature and an ancestry section The edition will include a staff survey for the National Academy of Science and a court arraignment notice for two individuals charged with theft at the Sheffield Seminary.
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University
Arnold Nordstrom
Iyhawker
National Academy of Science
Ore
University War Bureau fund for enlisted men support
The War Bureau at the University authorizes a fund to aid enlisted men called to service. Five hundred dollars will be raised by the University Company in National Patrol work and subscriptions to the fund will be accepted. The campaign will be run by the Men's Student Council, the Woman's Student Government Association, and the Daily Kromet to prevent waste and unnecessary remarks while supporting soldiers with needed aid.
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War Bureau
I. Ue
University
Assecien Vel
Daily
Kromet
Perjury Cases Up In District Court
In the May term district court several perjury cases proceeded with witnesses and pleas. Charles E Peck pleaded guilty to forgery on two counts while Harvey Proper admitted to desertion and received parole on child-support terms. George Kirkman faced a jury for testifying falsely in a related case. Additional civil actions and settlements led to dismissals or adjournments, including several out of court agreements and judgments for monetary awards.
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George Kirkman
Ath
Aten Jacobs
Allendy
Maggie Kirkman
Choen
Oe Agiinst Uhirvey
Charles Edwared Deok
Fudarny
Gruilty
Gruilty To Charge As Second Depees Forgery On Two Counts.veral
Annaunered
Ihway
Boan Assitation
Cornelis RE. Emick
Dudy
Phaiitif
Goa
al. A. Leighton
Frances Fe McCurdy
Elected or Not the Engineering School Vote Tossed
A special KUL Student Council meeting voided the engineering school election after disputes over irregularities. O Leary initially led then lost on recounts to Sehnadt, then back to O Leary by two votes before the council discarded the entire balloting. Edward Schoenfeldt and Page Wagner faced a similar tally dispute and also saw the vote thrown out. Col Koehler to Wichita May.
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Engineering School
Menth
Kul
Dorman O'Leary
A!ny
School of Engineering and Call
Paul Sehnadt
O'Leary
Edward Schoenfeldt
School of Engineering
Page Wagner
Fort-to-fort highway plan draws local interest near Lecompton
A meeting at Jones school house near Lecompton attracted about fifty residents curious about a proposed fort-to-fort permanent highway. Local backers voiced support, with AL A Hicks and Mr Marcellus of the American Portland Cement Association presenting benefits and road specifications under new federal standards.
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Jones School House
Lecompton
Marcellux
American Portland Cement Association
Villians
FIRST NOTICES SENT FOR OFFICERS TRAINING CAMP
The first increment of men for the officers reserve training camp at Fort Riley was ordered to report by Thursday. Four hundred were summoned in the first call, with daily subsequent calls until the camp opens next Monday. Lawrence National Guard officers were instructed to nominate four men per company for attendance, with twenty five per regiment to be admitted.
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Col. Koehler
Wichita Wopek
Cal. J. M. Koehler
Leavenworth
Topeka
Officers Reserve Corps Training
Wichita
Southwest Kansas
A. M. Fuller
St. Riley
Kan
Tolier Hich
Tyree Rivers
Lawrence National Guard
Fort Riley
Lawrence
Central Department
Chicago
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