26 May 1914
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1914
Page
1
Henry Albach Wade police judge and officials discuss delayed nomination for city treasurer. Fisher reaffirmed for marshal and Harley for city attorney as meetings extend into Friday. attention centers on vacancies, appointments, and proposed timelines.
A church group postpones a planned picnic while many ministers and wives attend a special event. Officials say the postponement stems from ministers being away and workers working on road labor projects, delaying communal plans.
Residents gathered at Latheran church last night to discuss the Ete Selva school proposition. The meeting, led by John Uy and Newlin, approved a plan to construct new buildings and address population growth, with West ereetines noted as a stakeholder group.
A lengthy report details the Woman's Auxiliary session, with Rev. Partridge delivering an eloquent sermon, greetings at the parish luncheon, and acknowledgments of attendees and officers. It notes the convention's progress, speakers, and the bishop's involvement along with related church activities.
Veterans from Topeka and nearby state marchers gather for the dedication of the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall in Topeka Kansas, with Commander in Chief Westner Gardner due to arrive. The event features a stagesetting parade, patriotic displays, and ceremonies honoring Civil War and Spanish American War veterans.
A formal presentation to the university showcased over six hundred chaylawkers and students in a 114 annual format. The editor Hassell U1 Cloth and UV cacellar responded with thanks. The cover bears the University seal. The artwork is praised as superb, with printers delivering a high quality result.
The article advertises Dollar Bargain Days in Lawrence featuring two grand sale days Thursday and Friday with discounts at many merchants. It lists participating stores and promises special entertainment at the Journal-World office and theater, plus a free program for visitors and a new cooling plant at the theater. Debuts a citywide sale aimed at drawing shoppers from outside town.
The institute opens Tuesday with many teachers absent or replaced as expectations for the term rise. Officials anticipate hundreds of teachers at the event, with a Cornell superintendent Hawley and principal Tybald overseeing arrangements.
Announced plans reference a Roosevelt measure and a political contest involving senators and centers. The fragmentary text mentions cities and candidates but lacks clear actions, dates, or outcomes.
Theodore Roosevelt arrived in Washington to meet with the National Geographic Society and a dinner with Senator London and Ambassador Jussenrod. He planned talks in the White House with Teade in, then a conference with Congress before departing for New York.
The Vaterland, arriving after a long voyage, faced trouble as it sank five barges at its berth. The incident occurred as the steamer docked in port, following a four hour approach, with officials investigating the cause and impact on harbor traffic.
The report notes women offenders, including Freda Graham one of the slashes, facing six months imprisonment for destroying paintings amid protests over women’s rights. City Clerk Brooks mentions a special election turnout, while Jacob Riis dies in Barre after a lung illness.
Heat day drew out Langreave residents and road workers who arrived early for the event. Cars and tractors filled the field at Debill Park where locals, farmers, and townspeople showed support for road improvements and farm-to-market access.
Vice-Consul May Silliman arrives at Vera Cruz from Mexico City after parleying with Mexican authorities. He declines to discuss imprisonment experiences before presenting his official report to Washington.
Washington Post reports Haskell Institute visitors and alumni praised by students and faculty during a Friday program. The event featured veterans, a band, talks by representatives of auxiliary groups, and readings of poems and songs highlighting wartime experiences and community service.
Potsdam Germany reports the engagement of Prince Oskar only son of the German emperor to Countess Vr Basser maid of honor to the empress. The betrothal ends a sixty year gap in Bohenzollern marriages, with the emperor granting consent due to scarce German princesses and openness to a foreign alliance for his son.
The garbled report notes a high at 8 and a low around 78 with unsettled skies. It mentions possible showers and the forecast of variable, unsettled conditions, reflecting a hot and humid day with chances of rain.
British professor J Findley of Maivluster England addressed a small audience at the Chapel this morning on the impact of the Industrial Revolution on education. He urged broad minded reform, citing mass schooling and domestic science as vital components, and contrasted English and American approaches while urging practical instruction and varied teaching methods. He spoke again at 2:20 pm in Siew Hall on Arnold Rushy and English public schools.
The Mexican delegates postpone issuing a statement on the land question after agreeing to defer indefinitely. American delegates and mediators had earlier met, with Lamar dictating a subsequent note that terms and details of pacification would be discussed.
A special examination has postponed to January the inspection of the late J P Morgan papers connected with New Haven real estate. The postponement affects arrangements and the pursual of the Morgan documents tied to White City and Fay Dodderidge during her visit to Nis.
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