Hope Generals Can Reach Agreement
Washington reports optimism that General Scott and General Obregon can reach an agreement on the Mexican expedition. Talks continued, with no new counter proposals from Obregon yet and plans for another conference. Forces along the border are being reinforced, while Pershing and Funston prepare for possible actions and redeployments.
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Etaoit
Washington
Baker
Wilson
Scott
Obregon
KE Paso
Tyerons
Mexico
Obregzen
Cieneral Obrevon
van Amader
Sth
Lanehorne
Eighth Cavs
San Antonios
Colonia Dublan
Funston
San Antonio
D.C
Washington, D.C
Admiiral Winslow
Navy
Iter
California
Bandits Concentrate South of Boquillas Near El Pine
Reports from Marathon Texas dated May 19 describe Villista bands gathering 85 miles south of Boquillas and at El Pine 45 miles south of Boquillas. Two bandit groups split chery forges after the Glenn Springs raid and plan to join at El Pine. They have operated for months near Sierra Mojada and move north toward American border towns.
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Boquillas
Marathon
Texas
Vithisis Banas
el Pine
Chery Forges
Glenn Springs
Jon
El.pine
Sierra Mojada
Verdun Front Quiet as Artillery Diminishes
Paris reports the Verdun front is quiet with artillery activity west of the Meuse reduced and east of the river only intermittent. An attack on a French trench line between the Oise and the Aisne was partial.
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Paris
Verdun
Meuse
Oise
Aisne
Public hearings on Brandeis nomination ordered
The senate judiciary committee ordered public hearings on the nomination of Louis D Brandeis to the supreme court. Louis K Liggett of Boston and George W Anderson United States attorneys at Boston have been summoned to appear Friday.
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Washington, D
Louis D. Brandeis
Supreme Court
Senate Judiciary Committee
Louis K. Liggett
Boston
Gee. W. Anderson
United States
No Americans on Cymric Bantry sinking details emerge
Ireland May 10 reports the White Star liner Cymric sunk after torpedo strike. Crew accounts say torpedoes destroyed the ship, explosion blew out lights, four men killed, chief steward drowned. About 107 crew, mostly British, survived. one Dutch and two Helvetians aboard. A sloop rescued crew two hours later. Cymric foundered at 3:20 in the morning. Separate item notes senior class general meeting tomorrow at the university, picnic at the links, 15 cents admission, and May Fete rehearsal.
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Bantry
Ireland
White Star Line
Cymric
Cyimrie
Hass
Cymrie
Prsecnee
Wall
Evmiasinn
Hoks
Germany admits Sussex torpedoing and punishment for commander
A Berlin note acknowledged responsibility for the destruction of the Sussex and promised reparation and punishment of the submarine commander. Ambassador Gerard delivered the message to Washington on May 10, with Berlin indicating the government’s investigation confirms the Sussex was torpedoed by a German submarine. Official casualty figures from Britain put German losses at 81, and total German casualties since the war’s start at 2,822,070 with 6,? killed and 17,798 prisoners.
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Washington
Germany
Gerard
Lansite
Sussex
Ives
Conmeider
Amsterdam
Abothesttl Disputch
Berlin
Gesell Sabmarine
London
May
Compromise on Army Bill Emerges From Conference
Washington May 10 conference of House and Senate committees resumed work on the army reorganization bill. A virtually new bill, born of compromises, was expected to be ready to present to the President next week. The plan favored a regular army of 170000 on peace footing with 220000 in time of need under a Senate style expansive system. The House version for reorganizing and federalizing the National Guard, with a defense reserve near 400000, was also likely to be approved.
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House
Senate
National Guard
Defense Reserve
Old-Time Spelling Bee at North Lawrence Hall
Night School scholars present an old fashioned spelling bee at A OL WOW hall North Lawrence Friday evening May 2. A portion of the proceeds will be given to the eyes. Music by orchestra. Admission free. all invited.
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Arena
North Lawrence
Mausic Hy Orchestra
Bell system seeks higher Lawrence telephone rates
Representatives of the Bell telephone system said they would petition the Kansas Utilities Commission in Topeka for higher rates for the Lawrence exchange claiming ongoing losses. The company cited 192 year cross earnings of 281,728.75 vs total outgo of ready 35,2221.62 and an $512,992 investment in Lawrence with an 8 percent return target of about 25,084, totaling a shortfall of 31,072.87. The firm urged patrons to understand the need for fair returns and cost coverage.
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Bell Telephone System
Topeka
Lawrence
Utilities Commission
State Commission
Geed
Popeka
Younger
Missouri and Kansas Telephone Company
Kansas State Utilities Commission
Gleed
Cileed
State Utilities Commission
Commission
Binete
Lasurence Exchange
Journal-World Today
Stolen Ford from Wickersham Garage Sparks Citywide Search
Lawrence police and other towns pursue Enoch Wickersham s Ford taken from his garage quietly between evening and 11 50 PM. Car left with fuel and oil for long run. No suspects or direction known as authorities widen lookout and warn to report sightings.
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Lawrence
Enoch Wickersham
Wickersham
Charles Goultinghouse
Mr. Wickersham
Y M C A Board Meeting Held at Association Building
The board of directors of the Y M C A met today at noon in the association building. The meeting opened with luncheons and routine business was transacted.
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Viim. C. A
The
Y. M. Co. AL
Association
Commissioners Close Session
The board of vot mty commissioners concluded its session today with the meeting mainly devoted to auditing the month’s bills.
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Board of ‘Vot Mty Commissioners
Kansas Weather Report Forecast Update
Weather bulletin notes a sharp cooling trend tonight with possible frost in northern areas. Wednesday night remains generally fair with a slight warming trend expected Thursday, and population centers should prepare for cooler conditions overnight.
Protective bridge work plan reviewed by Kansas utilities board
Plan for protective work along the riverbank near the old bridge was observed by C W Buck Santa Fe engineer T J Strickler Kansas State Utilities Commission official and S Amick acting as attorney. Observations were conducted along the riverbank with plans awaiting commission approval before work proceeds. Strickler remained in Lawrence to inspect reconstruction of the old bridge and the commission would supervise construction if orders permit.
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C.W. Buck
Santa Fe
T. J. Strickler
Kansas State Utilities Commission
S.amick
Conmnry
Eudora
The
Utilities Commission
Baldwin to Host Fourth of July Black Jack Reenactment
Markhall announced in Lawrence that Company IL of the National Guard will join Baldwin’s Fourth of July events. Governor Capper is to speak in the afternoon, followed by a play and a 56, written by Markham. Families plan a big celebration with children’s games and popular pastimes from 56.
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W. C. Markhall
Lawrence
Company IL
National Guard
Baldwin
Sehieh
Life and burial plans for Colonel Jennison detailed
The article notes Colonel Charles Re. Jennison a free state leader whose body will be interred in California beside his widow. Jennison, a Civil War colonel and former Leavenworth state senator, was known as a Javhawker for leading raiding parties into Missouri.
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Jennison
California
Leavenworth
Charles Re .Jenison
Oik Ind. Cal
Javhawker
Free State
Missouri
Fin
Pneumatic Pile Driver Aids River Bridge Progress
At the river site rapid progress on the interurban bridge by the railroad company. An air operated pile driver has arrived to expedite construction as concrete rises in Pier No. 2 beyond the water line. This pier is the first built with a cofferdam instead of closed coffers.
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Interurban
Complete Fire Protection at Lawrence Paper Mill
Water turned into a new 50,000 gallon reservoir on a steel tower as part of a recently installed fire protection system at the Lawrence paper mill. Each sprinkler is linked to automatic jets that discharge salt solution when a fire starts, ensuring rapid response across all sections.
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Lawrence
Social at Clinton on parsonage lawn evening event
A short program followed by an ice cream social will be held on the lawn at the Methodist parsonage in Clinton on Friday evening May 102. Everyone is welcome to attend the social.
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Methodist Parsonage
Clinton
Chancellor At Rosedale Visits Medical School
Chancellor Frank Strong of the University is in Rosedale today meeting with the administrative committee and the faculty of the School of Medicine to discuss matters affecting the medical program.
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Rosedale
Frank Strong
School of Medicine
Miss Maggie Belle Visits Salina Host Miss Nelle Greenlees
Miss Maggie Belle of Salina is the guest of Miss Nelle Greenlees for a few days, sharing time and hospitality in their circle.
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Maggie Belle
Vinland School Bond Vote Nears in Rural Districts
Vinland area residents push a $10,000 high school bond to serve seven districts. If approved, the new district will be taxed to support a rural high school with land donated by a local resident. Officials expect swift action to organize the district and start building, aiming for fall completion.
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Vinland
Ao Ial
Viniaud
Mates
Vinlaned
Lawrence
Yates
Anhother
Carriees
Celebrate Daddy Sayre Day Banquet Ends Year
The first Daddy Saves Day event concluded with a five course banquet at the Eldridge House. Forty two students and faculty attended. Ralph S. Herman served as toastmaster with remarks from Dean Jastle Marre Havenhill and others. Student speakers included Swartz Campbell Cooney and Johnson. In the afternoon a Juniors vs seniors baseball game ended with Juniors 7 to 10.
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Eldridge ‘House
Ralph S. Herman
Dean Jastle
Marre
Havenhill
Pains
Nelson
M. Sterlime
N. Watson
T. Pa Sw
Chicken Thief Flees After Garvin Chase Near Midland
Farmer Arthur Garvin, diving near Midland, pursued a chicken thief who escaped as Garvin noted the suspect carried a reportedly unloaded bag. Two alarms rang at the Garvin home last night as a search failed to locate any birds or the thief.
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Arthur Garvin
Midland
Garvin
Savas
Mrr. Garvin
Garvin Place
Jury rules for defendant in Evans against Henley suit
After hours of deliberation the jury found for defendant in the case of Harry Evans versus Mrs J Henley. Evans sought damages for injuries alleged from a car collision driven by Mrs Trenley. Later the court heard Sophia P Zebb’s damage suit against Charles Bahnmeier for injuries from an automobile crash.
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Harry Evans
J. 4. Henley
Evans
Trenley
Sophia P. Zebb
Charles Bahnmeier
Beer Froth Fans: Wind of Luck for Some Fellows
A lighthearted note suggests the only real wind some men raise comes from blowing foam off a beer. The line hints at playful luck tied to simple pleasures.
Boys Club Dinner Highlights Educational Values
The Elian school boys were entertained by George Tanes as the largest Boy’s High School club meeting of the year. Over one hundred attendees enjoyed supper hosted by the Utah school girls and music from the high school orchestra. Ed Todd spoke on preparing for continued education after high school, while Dr. Naismith urged developing strong character early. W C Shnons used stories to stress personal work with boys and B Po Sith urged ideals against opposing forces. George Innes closed the event with thanks as the tennis entertainment drew cheers from Julian Holmes and others.
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Elian School
George Tanes
Boltz
Inhes
Uteh
Ed Todd
Dr. Naismith
Naismith
W. C. Shnons
B. Po Sith
George Innes
Julian Holmes
University Won't Mark Xu Founding Celebration
The University Senate deferred a semi centennial celebration due to budget limits. A $4,000 commemorative plan would require next year’s funds or legislative approval. The committee hopes for a future appropriation and will delay plans until the legislature convenes. Also, the petition on elective military courses at the University was left for the next meeting.
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University
Senate
Tes
Tobacco Worms Turn Smokers League At KU
A new Defiant Smokers League forms at the University of Kansas opposing anti cigarette groups and state child welfare boards. Proponents argue tobacco harms are exaggerated and personal rights are being curtailed. Names of promoters not yet public though planning is widespread in student circles.
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New Defiant
K. U
State Child Welfare Board
Universit
Record steel orders rise to new highs in United States Steel
The United States Steel Corporation reports its monthly statement showing untitled orders reaching 9,820,551 tons on April 30, up 498,550 tons from March 31 and surpassing the prior February record of 8,508,966 tons. Unfilled orders have more than doubled in a year.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
Protest Sought Over Interurban Franchise in Lawrence
Dissatisfaction with the new interurban franchise may spur protests by Lawrence citizens. A 10 percent petition must be filed with the city commissioners by May 23, triggering a potential election if the protest gains required support. State rules demand a utilities commission certificate before any vote.
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Lawrence
City Commission
City’ Commission
State Utilities, Commission
Texas Guard Mobilizing for Border Service
Texas mobilizes to San Antonio for border and Mexico service. More than 5 000 men from state militias, Gulf coast artillery, Atlantic coast units, and Tobyhanna field artillery move to join El Paso and Fort Sill batteries. General Funston directs deployment as Coast Artillery held at Fort Sam Houston. border stations planned. Reports of planned uprisings and a Mazatlan warning accompany the mobilization.
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San Antonio
Hergy
Mexico
Texas militia mobilization to finish by tomorrow night
San Antonio reports that mobilization of the Texas militia should be completed by tomorrow night per an announcement from department headquarters. The first units will begin arriving tomorrow morning, with additional formations to follow throughout the day.
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San Antonio
Texas
Third Woodlawn Lecture to Feature Community Building
The Woodlawn Lecture Course presents its third talk on Tuesday evening May 11 at Centenary Methodist Church. Professor Homer Talbot, secretary of the Kansas League of Municipalities, will discuss Community Building. Music by the orchestra. The lecture is free and all are invited.
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Talbot
Woodlawn
Centenary Methodist
Homer Talbot
League of Municipalities
State of
Kansas
Eagles Delegates Attend State Meeting in Progress
To State Eagles delegates from the local order, Shaffer and Harry Brooks, traveled to Atchison yesterday to participate in the state gathering now underway this week.
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State
Eagles
Shaffer
Harry Brooks
Atchison
Order of Eagles
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