11 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1915
Page
1
Fatalities totaled six from the storm with reports of deaths at Great Bend Larned Zyba and Derby, among the communities affected as the storm's toll rose. Authorities tally the lives lost across these towns and advise caution in affected regions.
Great Bend reports a tornado swept a three block wide residential area causing extensive destruction. Dozens injured with many in critical condition. several residents named and hospitalized. Emergency crews and military units mobilized as property losses mount and rescue efforts continue through the night.
A major blaze at the John Alebi Company pier and nearby houses burned four hours, damaging a rope mill still under overhaul. The mill and its equipment were new, with officials fearing shipments intended for European belligerents. No deaths reported though injuries were possible. origin of the fire unknown.
Frankfort reports Britain exploits Baltic blockade to pressure neutral trade as U S letters from Wilson are cited. German authority questions American faith and notes alleged British submarine intrusions while criticizing Allied naval conduct and restraint since the war began.
The Lawrence Lyceum plans a program featuring a renowned magician with tricks and illusions, including a magic lantern and audience participation. The event, guided by the M U AS badive committee, promises year ending entertainment as Mr. McCoy visits home in Abilene after staying with Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Stokes.
The State Board approves a plan uniting Parsons Railway and Light, Kansas Electric, and Lawrence company assets into a single Lawrence corporation. The move lowers capitalization and issues 1,150,000 in bonds and 410,000 in capital stock to take over three firms. The new company will issue 1,100,000 in securities while preserving separate accounts for the former firms. The commission allows no rate changes for existing customers despite the consolidation.
Frank Strong, chancellor of the University, travels from St. Joseph Missouri to Topeka for a state teachers convention opening. He attends a Kansas Wesleyan reunion and hosts a convention panel, describing the annual gathering as a success and planning a repeat. He will preside at a Friday night supper and meeting of the Kansas Iselingi master clk, of which he is president.
Interest claims in a Topeka property arise as Capital Savings Bank sues Willer A. Tlas kins of Topeka and mentions Suit Coal Cucker and the Watkins Ny-1 tunnall bank. The Lawrence bank enters the case incidentally.
The Ponglas County Horticultural Society will hold a meeting Saturday at East Banks Street with Mr and Mrs Orr. A luncheon will be served at noon and a busting will press. Pat Crowell plans to return this morning from a visit in Fopekh with friends.
An Italian steamer sunk after a collision with a submarine, with many passengers and crew perishing. Reports describe a panicked scramble for lifeboats as the ship went down near Messina, with survivors recounting gunfire and chaos aboard the doomed vessel. The Naples consulate notes a high fatal toll and efforts continue to account for the missing.
Ninety professors scheduled to speak this winter at War University lectures across Kansas towns including Atchison Leavenworth Morri Holton Oak and Topeka. Lecturers will cover Liquid Air The Physical for Educational Movements Leadership and Reform Price and Living standards. Local committees list dozens of calls to universities and county clubs for lectures and conventions after the holidays.
Old grads gathering for a returning alumni mixer with final arrangements set for tomorrow night. Speakers and attendees include Davenport East of Slawatha and Nebraska Cornhuskers figures, with many teachers and coaches expected to attend amid a large crowd and events planned by the Teachers Association and the State National Guard.
Twelve advanced students from the KK UL School of journalism traveled to Topeka to cover the Teachers' Convention and report session notes for the Kansas Teacher. Merle Tharpe led the group, listing William Cady Raymond Clapper Ralph Mis Wilmer Vischer Zella Elamstu er Herbert Iywlind Marion Johnson Ough Meténire Maureen Ale Korunte Paul Rothins Bry Sef Charles FE Sweet Lloyd Whiteside Mildred Ep. ard.
An n Iswers requests from advertising agencies and industrial establishments about town resources in Lawrence. Sparks compiles a statement listing available services and paints a clear picture of local offerings for inquirers.
Illinois Street improvements completed between Sixth and Seventh, leveling and paving the thoroughfare. The freshly graded boulevard now fronts well kept residential lots, enhancing the neighborhood’s appearance and town character.
BE CHAUTAUQUA LEADER reports a series of four lectures by Coler Brown with day and evening sessions. Brown will lead Bible lectures and provide religious literature study, in a format resembling the usual Chautauqua offerings. The grounds at a Lawrence area center host summer attendees from Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, with Arapahoe Glacier noted as a nearby sight.
A fragmentary notice describes strong winds recorded at 1 AM, with wind velocity affecting a local setting and causing disruption. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate notable wind activity and impact on nearby areas.
Fragmented OCR reports a Hutchinson jail sentence spree with multiple defendants. Maria Dimery and Wm Zieumerman are named among inmates, with various terms and charges including non-support and burglary. The judge emphasizes public safety and reform, detailing sentences and conditional releases as the page ends with a continuation note.
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