10 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1914
Page
1
The German cruiser Minden sinks twenty two British ships off the Bay of Bengal after a clash with Australian forces. Emden is cited as a terror at sea, while the Minden is driven ashore on an island in the Andaman group.
An unclear mosaic of names and places hints at a debated event in the southwest. References to Libs action Tukurnalion and Avenel Ceonmaanideb suggest a broader regional discussion with mentions of a survey and command figures amid shifting alliances and renewed forces.
Austrians engage in combat against Serbian forces along a contested border. Reports describe southern theater operations advancing, Austrian units pushing back defenders, and German and Austrian troops consolidating positions near Valije and Kraypitni as casualties and prisoner counts rise.
The minister Dr Holyfield reports a successful revival in Perrys with about 30 conversions over three weeks. The congregation supports the efforts as the revival continues to deepen its impact.
The Lawrence school board considers drastic action though no cases are confirmed. Teachers will send home any child with sore throat or ill symptoms and a doctor may examine them to ward off an epidemic, with parental help requested to keep children at home if symptoms appear.
The Yo GOA board holds its regular monthly meeting today at ML oak with dinner served. An executive session will follow the main meeting.
A battered OCR piece argues for Allied aid to Belgium amid famine and war, invoking hunger of Belgian mothers and children. It references Belgian relief efforts, the White Cross, and appeals to unity to prevent further suffering as World War I rages.
A letter from Mme Geo Mignolet of the Italian Relief Fund committee thanks supporters in Lawrence for an $80 contribution. The Kansas City drive reports total contributions of $120.50 with anonymous donors and names two widows of Belgian officers among those aided. Also notes news from Tsingtau as German stronghold reportedly shifts to Japan.
North Lawrence adopts a city wide house numbering system using Maple and Ninth Streets as the base. Commissioners consider a garbage collection bill. no contract signed. Drainage complaints from Ludiana block referred to utilities for investigation.
The Progressive Party issues word of a December 2 Chicago meeting led by the Executive Committee to analyze the November 3 defeat and form new strategies. Amalgamation with Republicans is being considered amid expected attendance by party leaders.
County Clerk Herman Broeker and Commissioners Brune and Hier will leave this evening for Mathews on a county officers convention. The event opens tonight and runs for two days. A partition near the kitchen and banquet room in the Merchants Association hall was moved as part of the setup.
The executive committee of the Merchants Association will meet in association rooms this evening to decide on decoration plans for the Missouri Kansas football game to be played here November 21. The group aims to reach a decision as a body at the meeting.
A landlord asked city commissioners for relief for a family in his house who have fallen behind on rent after the wife fell ill. He noted timely payments before her illness and asked to collect partial arrears. The commissioners said the city cannot aid the poor and offered no action.
A petition for a new building for the Orenc Training School of the University was passed by a School of Education committee. If approved by the University committee and board, the project could advance and secure a site just north of the chancellor’s residence on Louisiana Street. Dean Arvin Olin notes moving to downtown Myers Hall remains unlikely if the petition fails. The proposed eight classroom, four lab, and office facility would include an auditorium and cost at least $50,000 to erect.
A frontline scene detailed in trenches between Lille and Arras shows French and Belgian troops under heavy fire with night maneuvers and hidden batteries. Observers note supply issues for isolated detachments and a stubborn defense along the coastal-to-inland front as artillery and infantry clash. A marriage license was issued in probate court this morning to May Agua Rappard of Baldvin and H. Gilges of Lawrence.
A joint session of the Kansas Conference and Corrections will discuss a plan to advance humanitarian work across towns and counties. Speakers include Graham Taylor of Chicago and William T. Cross of the National Conference of Charities and Correction, with reports from Kansas superintendents and charity leaders.
A call to Lawrence residents to open homes for Belgian orphans amid wartime ruin. The appeal urges immediate action to shelter and care for abandoned babies and speaks of shipping relief quantities worldwide.
Citizens voice concern over trash and broken glass left in streets and alleys. Authorities investigate nuisance hotspots and plan preventive measures to curb dangerous debris.
Senator Raasdell named December 9 16 and 31 as dates for the annual meeting of the Rivers and Harbors congress in Washington. President Wilson has been invited to deliver the opening address.
Citizens demand the commission represent all people on water settlement. Business leaders may advise but do not control policy. The public distrusts the conference and fears undue influence, calling the issue a likely finish fight that could erode trust in settlement plans.
Lawrence, Kansas, teachers and university figures play key roles in a statewide program. The article outlines collaboration between the University and the State Teachers Association to advance education initiatives across Kansas.
Kansas universities report record winter enrollment with 2 630 teachers and students across regular and summer sessions. Women number 1 001, men 1 049 in the winter term. 2 304 in regular winter enrollment, 3562 in winter teaching staff totals. Notable figures include H B Bryan Colgate University and K C Elliott Wisconsin as speakers.
Captain Ray Edwards will sit out distance events Thursday to keep a clear field for all competitors and develop varsity material to replace graduates. The meet features 13 events with captains named and planned entries from senior to sophomore classes. Destruction avoided by quick action on a paint fire. a pep meeting and glee club practice highlighted Missouri Kansas night before the big game.
Roy George L Sufpvely delivered the keynote at a Firat shurel banquet honoring nearly 100 men. Varsity Yu MM A.quaritt Prof W Downing and Dr EB J McFairland presided as the Christian Church Orchestra provided music with guests including M W Francisco Hof H L Winey P Patterson Will Dickton and Registrar George Foster in attendance.
Weather notice indicates a cool trend for tonight with cooler conditions following a warm day. The forecast highlights a drop in temperatures and lighter winds across the area.
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