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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
1
Amsterdam dispatches note intensified German operations along the Meuse and at Verdun with additional prisoners and equipment seized. Reports cite limited changes at Verdun and ongoing combat action at Saloniki as Allies face Bulgarian reinforcements and strategic pressures.
The trial heard Waite’s claim his marriage was for money and the defense questioned his fitness. Clara Peck testified about Waite’s alleged abnormal behavior and focus on self, while Mrs. Margaret Horton and others supported or disputed his credibility. Evidence included Waite’s reaction to a jar of sand like material and testimony from neighbors and acquaintances about his conduct.
The Spanish War Veterans invite members Jeew HW Thargett to attend the Monnet day services at the First Methodist elite at JM ateloek Surkday Worn. The notice details honoring veterans from the Spanish American War with a community service event and speakers.
May 20 Nantucket area report says Yvorge Barker a wealthy farmer shot after a bad claim killed his daughter, died for slay. Police pursued after a posse wound claim but Barker died, investigators say.
Lieutenant Clarence Alvin Richards of the United States Destroyer Fancher was killed in an incident at Sag Harbor, with officials citing a possible deliberate act. The 34-year-old, linked to Gardiner's Bay and Annapolis appointment, leaves a widow Rose Bradford, with the family previously living in Wellington.
Miss Fern Emmons of Louisiana Street wakes to find a masked intruder beside her bed in her father’s home. A revolver shot from Mr Emmons and two officers’ fire from the alley fail to stop the prowler, who vanishes into the night. Neighbors note a similar sighting two years ago amid ongoing townwide searches.
The noted bandit Cervantes was killed yesterday near Cruces during a clash with American forces led by General Pershing. Corporal Marksbury and Private Nichols were among the Americans wounded, with several Mexican attackers slain. The report places Cervantes’s death in a larger engagement southwest of Cruces as U S troops moved to disperse the attacking group.
General Funston forwards five regular and militia officers for presidential approval to form the court martial hearing in San Antonio. The panel includes regular army judge advocate as presiding officer. President Wilson’s approval is anticipated with the court to be ordered and seated once confirmed.
An examination for the position of tuskillead Laborer at S000 por an nua Custodian Service will be held at the post office in this city Samy 1. 1s. For applications and full information regarding the exam qualifications duties and pay, the Obes Board of Civil Service Examiners Tri Office City. For more information and blanks contact W. UL Moya local secretary at the office Law veneo Wangs.
Timothy Dwight, former president of Yale University, died at his home in New Haven today. He led the university in the 19th century and was a prominent figure in American education. His death marks the end of an era for Yale and the broader academic community.
Kansas forecast predicts generally fair conditions with cooler temperatures tonight and Saturday. Eastern and extreme south portions experience cooler air. highs around 2.25 degrees despite shaky OCR.
Students at Kaunas University will see daily summer motion picture shows combining education and entertainment. Dean F J Kelly notes diverse programs, including student recreation by the lake and campus stage performances. Community involvement is planned with three Cobura plays and a six week summer schedule featuring music and drama.
Heavy river floodwaters halt progress on both bridge sites over the river. Crews on the western span and new center piers race to stabilize the structure while temporary supports are installed. Affected areas include the Kauele tower approach and Bowersock mills vicinity as debris and shifting current challenge construction.
In a confusing trial, Tease Brooks faced charges tied to a man named Jarrestad who had no role in the Hight Saturday event. The court fined Whitlips $170 for indecent conduct and set a subsequent arrest hearing for this evening, amid mixed reactions and public sympathy.
City commission weighs options for fund handling. A clearinghouse bank bid 4 percent interest was rejected in favor of distributing city funds among seven banks. The Farmers State Bank currently holds depository duties, offering 2 percent on daily balances and 2.5 percent on quarterly balances. No decisive action has been taken yet.
Lewistown May 26. Failure of a divorce petition filed May 10 by Darnell’s alleged wife, who claimed amnesty and separation. Judge Robert Cherlave said he would deny the petition in Macomb court. The wife said she was moved to Darnell in China and later to Owatonna Minnesota, seeking a divorce while the prisoner serves a year in Leavenworth on charges of violating the Minuet.
Maple Grove drainage officials urged early completion of the Mbiple Grove project to prevent further water damage to the Marple River district. The board debated performance and contractor handling as groundwater and a rising river threaten nearby Pride Street. Members pressed for decisive action to finish the work and protect the area.
Mrs Hastie wife of Peter Hastie died this morning at the family home on 1218 New York Street. Funeral notice to be announced later.
Blondie Jones president of the University junior class reports that some class committee members failed to remit funds to the treasury. He alleges improper handling and calls for investigation into the missing monies.
During a high school chapel, a crowded auditorium caused fainting of Preston White and Alvin Lowe. Taken outside, they recovered after treatment. The incident underscored the need for a larger space as students demonstrated for a new auditorium funded by student groups and the Freshmen class.
East believes platform will satisfy all party branches and delegates. New York figures Joining Root forces include Elihu Root promoters like Henry Stimson and Nicholas Butler. Weller arrives with Weeks, stating New York delegation will back the platform. Delegates from various states gather as arrivals exceed 30 ahead of formal meetings.
Former President Taft advocates a Peace League to enforce world peace through joint powers and economic force. He argues the league would not curb presidential power and would promote restraint from war under an international tribunal.
Secretary Lansing attended the cabinet meeting and said he has no intention of resigning from the cabinet. He had been confined at home for nearly a week due to an attack of indigestion and illness, and the State Department rejected reports of planned cabinet discord as propaganda.
President Wilson weighs renewed peacemaking moves as he prepares tomorrow night to address the League to Enforce Peace. Neutrals worldwide may have stake, with his speech expected to signal a preliminary mediation effort and open diplomacy toward ending the European war. Officials say he keeps an open mind on when to formally offer mediation while stressing the harm of prolonging the conflict.
WJFL Weise of Massachusetts Street reports his barber shop broken into last night. The entry appears forced by breaking glass, with the owner arriving to find the damage and missing items. A local dealer had dropped off goods shortly before and investigators believe the burglar was frightened away by Weise.
Police last night confiscated liquor at a local firm after a routine check. The case was forwarded to the county attorney with questions raised about the handling and wording of the report. A columnist quips on a woman being a talking machine, noting public perception versus record accuracy.
A damaged OCR excerpt notes a politician comments on suffrage, and marketers claim a woman’s eye aids sales. It cites advertisers urging evidence from the Bureau of Advertising of the American Newspaper Publishers Association in New York for a ready sale.
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