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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1916
Page
1
Reports from Paris and Berlin detail German attacks along the Le Cerman front near Dunkirk and Bergues with allied raids retaliating. Bombings hit camps, towns such as Paris and Champagne areas, with several casualties including soldiers and civilians. British and Belgian aviators conducted counterstrikes observed by officials. The Verdun area saw no major changes, while actions around Avocourt and Dead Man Hill were limited.
Washington BOC reports a large mobilization of naval units from Norfolk and Boston to Santo Domingo. The Tennessee and cruiser Salem will lead, with hundreds boarding ships to restore order and police the republic.
A daylight savings bill passed in Norway aligning it with Northern Europe. The law takes effect May 2, following adoption by Belgium and other Scandinavian nations with May 1 as the start in Norway.
A venire of 100 men was summoned in Waukegan on May 20 for the William A. Orpet murder trial involving Marian Lambert. Five days of juror examination yielded only three tentative acceptances, as the process continues.
Madison May 2 Senator La Follette selected James Ollmiehy of Madison as the Wisconsin member to the Republican national convention in Chicago. La Follette asked Olbrieh Priday to present the nominating committee with his name and Priday replied today accepting the task.
Gen WT Cox a veteran politician died in Cincinnati Ohio after paralysis struck February 29. Earlier court note mentions a district court judgment in the case Gish versus C C Groves with a $100 award to the plaintiff amid confusion over amounts.
Reports from London and New York indicate sea risk rates have fallen by about 5 to 10 percent in both markets during the past week. Insurers cite British patrols and renewed German inquiries as factors, with supporting notes from a prominent legal firm.
Morning conference of Lawrence merchants and farmers association officials discussed objections to a proposed interurban franchise. Key concerns cited include route length, freights regulations, and waste disposal. A committee was formed to draft objections for city officials and ensure route via the Wakarusa valley is considered.
Washington May 21 The House passed the conference report on a bill to build and lease ships to private capital for government use. The bill allows leasing and eventual reversion to naval needs with five year limits after the European war. Republicans opposed extra amendments. Democrats backed the five year government operation plan.
Professor Herman Douthitt head of the University Ornithology club spoke to 250 members at Central School Thursday afternoon. The meeting closed the year with plans for a Woodlawn park picnic for about 1,200 members of the Junior Civic League. Washington U U t ally 2e Representativ London of New York introduced a wage payment bill for bankrupt employers intended to prevent wage avoidance. He warned many bankruptcies would result and tied it to electk makers strike in New York.
Mrs Randall Doolittle and Allan Fonst of Eudora plan to attend a family reunion today. They had dreamt of the trip in past years and expect to reach their destination across thunderous roads after travel delays.
The Midland Community club hosted a box supper to fund a community kitchen project. Attendees enjoyed the evening and praised the event as a financial success.
P Butler of Lawrence Kansas will head the Grand Council of the United Commercial Travelers of Kansas and Oklahoma as Grand Counsellor. Other officers chosen include M R 18 Reiber of Kimporia Kansas as Grand Conductor and George W Johnson of Leavenworth Kansas as Grand Page.
Scouts went into camp as Troop 3 and Scoutmaster Gen O Todd left the WY AL CLA at 7:15 Friday evening for a rainy night about three miles north. They planned camp duties, cooked a mast meal, rested on the ground, and later began the trek home arriving about 1 50 p.m. today in good spirits.
A Kansas weather report notes showers tonight followed by a cooler spell. A change to cooler conditions affects the southwest tonight and the south Sunday with colds snaps in expectant areas.
Ernest Ince secretary of the Ince nursery company told a Journal World reporter that a note-related article contained a misapprehension. He said F E Burke was advised by company officials of the conditions under which each note was signed and that any misunderstanding was Burke’s, not the officials'. The company officials are prepared to establish the truth of this statement.
Officials and members celebrate rapid policy growth as the Fraternal Union expands nationwide. Adequate rates and new cash value features attract renewed trust, with March to April projections showing substantial new business and a focus on member interest over profits.
An injunction petition filed to stop the interurban from connecting with a city line until a franchise is granted. City commissioners aimed to prevent completion of internal tracks to their station. Hearing set before Judge Smart on Monday.
Troutman leads with 14 points and Stewart and Brown also strong in Kaw river events. Results include Men’s Doubles 140 Yard first Proutman and Stewart. Mixed Doubles 220 Yard first Troutman and Miss Nini Smith. 110 Yard War Game first Iebort Troutiman Shmles and Stewart. and Ladies Singles 220 Yard first Miss Pratts with Miss Mitchell as runner-up.
Victor Carlstrom completed a 400 mile flight from Newport News to Sheepshead Bay in about 11 hours, setting a new record for the distance. Reports credit the feat as the best-known time for this route amid stateside aviation progress.
London May 20 It is reported to the American consular office that Jeremiah Exvel has been sentenced to ten years in prison for complicity in the rebellion in Ireland. Lynch is an American. The stage has wings but that isn’t what makes the chorus girls so fly.
Oregon High School led the invitation meet at McCook Field with 25 points, ahead of Kansas City Northeast and Kansas City Westport tied for second with 14 each. Shattuck Military School and Kansas City Manual tied for third with 21 points each.
Topeka reports drafts representing 10 percent of the year’s taxes in Kaisag were drawn on county treasurers under orders by W. The funds were used to pay state bills for May. As of date, 30 percent of the taxes have been withdrawn from counties.
Treasury receipts for the current fiscal year ending June 30 are projected at nine to ten million dollars higher than earlier estimates, with income tax and internal revenue showing sharp gains. Officials say ongoing increases since last December suggest receipts may reach prewar levels earlier than expected, though total year totals remain close to prior projections.
Douglas County graduates at Woodland Park heard Dr. E L Stauffer urge a clean wholesome life. He told students life is shaped by childhood ideals, stressing honesty, purity, courage, discipline, and being a soldier for peace.
Twenty two pupils in Marshall county rural schools have not missed a day of attendance. County superintendent TP von ainst notes the achievement as a standout for the district.
Judge Smart sentenced nine convicts for varied crimes. Archibald Button and Lori Stare faced gambling charges, with Star’s case prompting debate on the gambling law. Rey Parks and Lathy Adam received reform school terms, while Turner Wis was sent to a state reform center. Other defendants drew penalties for theft and related offenses.
In Chicago supporters push Leonard A Wood as a tanaprise candidate for president. John A Stewart arrives, campaign literature is distributed, and a Chicago headquarters plan for Wood is set to open next week. Mercer Vernon travels from Washington to help Week leadership, claiming 174 votes on the first ballot. Week’s headquarters may open around May 25.
Reports say Mauna Loa on Hawaii Island produced clouds of volcanic smoke and steam rising to an estimated height of 20 000 feet. Lava activity was unconfirmed and no damage or alarms were reported. The spectacle was visible for hundreds of miles across the island.
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