23 May 1917
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1917
Page
1
Allied forces move to launch a renewed offensive withCoordination and supply lines tightening as Western Front operations intensify. Report notes cautious buildup and strategic focus on breakthrough near key positions.
Reported in late May the German attempt to regain the initiative on the Western Front collapsed. French and Allied lines stood firm near Arras, Aisne, and Champagne with the German assault stifled. Field Marshal von Hindenburg’s forces suffered setbacks and retreated, while French and British troops pressed defenses and repelled further German attacks.
Fragmented dispatches describe a cabinet shake in Austria as premier and ministers face resignations amid mounting war pressure. Reports cite potential reform proposals and the fate of ministers as the cabinet contemplates resignation while tensions rise.
Attorney Francis M. Wilson declares action against individuals who distribute anti registration materials in Kansas City. He brands the cards as seditious and a violation of federal law and vows prosecution under the draft policy.
Dr Aristides recalled Cuban minister to Berlin reports things are going badly for the imperial regime. He notes cracks behind the facade and says he has studied the enemies’ character. He traveled with a Guatemalan minister and a German colonel who guarded them, not allowed to leave the train. Geneva, May.
The article reports efforts to launch a major insurance firm with 1,000,000 capital and 27,000,000 surplus. Directors listed include B. Hosford M. A. Gorrid and W. Hutson. The firm aims to operate in fire hail heightnings tort da and marine insurance across the United States coast to the Mississippi.
Three senior speakers are slated for the Lawrence High School commencement in Bowersock Theater on June 1. Superintendent Kent will deliver the address as the class, smaller than last year, graduates. Admission will be limited to cover expenses. program includes music by the school orchestra and glee club, with various student performances and diplomas awarded by the board president.
President Wilson urged Congress to add a censorship provision to the espionage bill, arguing authority is essential to combat enemy propaganda. He claimed full reliance on American newspapers and pressed senators Overman, Fletcher, and Nelson to support wording that would allow government censorship during wartime.
A Hungarian paper reports Count Hertling the Bavarian premier says a settlement on Alsace Lor raine amid Prussia and Batarias is new and likely unknown. He believes the war may end soon and submarine warfare results are satisfactory. Kansas City papers note a marriage license issued to Fred W. Raemer and Rhea E. Morgan both students, with ages 22 and 26.
A fragmented report outlines camp preparations and a seven man unit led by Maseh for a Lawrence event with a legal YOM CLAL night ceremony. It lists squad leaders and potential contimbmer dates, plus a special Drake meeting for war work and painting contracts approved by Leavenworth County officials. It also notes naturalization papers for Audra Chistopolus and a War Bond purchase by Roy.
Fair and warmer tonight with increasing clouds Thursday. Likely showers in the western portion and cooler overall.
Mary Presat presents her daughter in a graduation recital at Int st hall tomorrow. Professor Preyer heads the university music department and will perform a sonata as part of the program. Miss Dorothy Hetch accompanies and several works including a finale and concertos are listed among the pieces.
Mrs. Brett Mere died at her home at 8 o clock after a painful illness. The funeral will be at the Vaneaby laiee aid a owelaek with services led by the First Methodist church. She leaves a family and many friends.
An urgent telegram requests advanced engineering students to serve as draftsmen transitmen levelers and recorders for ground layout at Fort Riley for upcoming contracts. National Guardsmen must report by Saturday. multiple companies and names listed. A quiet title suit was filed in district court against Sarah A Graves and others.
Lawrence artillery battery struggles to recruit enough men for state service musters. A second muster was held after initial shortages, with Captain Patterson urging volunteers to join and train for artillery duty amid national Guard shortages. The unit plans another muster in Lawrence on a yet to be set date to reach required strength.
The G A R annual patriotic service plans visits to high schools and institutions with talks and readings. Committees arrange dates in late May including a May 89th event at a local school, with speakers and local officials coordinating programs for wartime sacrifices and national loyalty.
President Wilson designated Pred Robertson Hearnated to serve as United States Attorney for the District of Kansas at Topeka on May 20. He had been a state senator for four years and previously ran his home in Kansas, with his appointment following the removal of the former official.
A reshuffle in the new Russian government elevates a former council member to minister of war. The appointment signals a consolidating reorganization as the new republic seeks leadership cohesion amid ongoing conflict.
The article reports a plan to establish a university commons funded by student meal and entrance fees, proposed by Wil Hawkerst, president of the Men's Student Council, seeking Board of Administration support. It notes existing commons at several colleges and discusses rising boarding costs affecting students. The piece also covers related university topics including campus wartime labor and a bridge repair project near No. 6 schoolhouse.
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