20 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1915
Page
1
Harvard delivers a shutout against Yale as Mahan stars with two receptions and a 83 yard kickoff return. Yale struggles to move the ball, while Harvard capitalizes on field position and strong defense to secure a 10 to 0 final.
Turkish peddlers refused to pay licensing fees after appearing at the cite and offering wares including trinkets and clothing. City officials warned of arrest, noting a minimum $50 fine, while residents faced pressure to buy from peddlers and salesmen. A linked university fraternity reportedly connected to a drug sale scare amid the week’s events.
Miss Cora Gill a former Lawrence resident died in Mobile Alabama this week. Her body will be shipped to Lawrence arriving tomorrow morning for funeral services at 2 o'clock at Power and Power Funeral Home with Rev B W Hargett officiating and interment at Oak Hill Cemetery. Relatives J S Bonghopy and sister Gertrude Treland and brother Rev Abert Gill from Los Angeles will attend.
Olcott leads his Kansas team toward Missouri with Tuesday kickoff planned in Columbia area. The squad will travel after practice and remain through Wednesday, then face the Tigers in a key intrastate clash and prepare for the Friday return. Police report ongoing efforts to curb exhaust noise from river routes as part of city safety concerns.
The fragmentary text mentions a game with a quarterback role and refereeing, but no clear teams players or outcomes are readable. The readable bits suggest a sports event context without concrete identities or results.
The Journal-World quotes Emick denying misquotation over a remark about using all means short of legal action to prevent mining on the Kaw River bridge. The paper defends the accuracy of its report and disavows any intent to defame Banek or clients.
Wichita police said Attlee Houser, wanted for the murder of W. He-Smith, a Woodmen of the World official, will be taken to Omaha for trial after authorities in Kansas and Nebraska conferred. Houser, arrested weeks ago in Indianapolis, faces robbery and attack charges in Wichita and was identified in the Omaha case.
A church committee in charge of the parish house project will meet tonight to decide changes to the building plans. Bids had shown the cost would exceed the authorized amount of 15000 dollars, prompting revisions before contracts can be let.
In New York on November 26 turkey prices for Tharikseivns are expected to be high while fruit futures dip. Reports say land products may rise within three years and weather blamed for recent price shifts.
Will speak tomorrow at the Baptist church altar Sunday evening. Heleni Carissman is named secretary of Tk Young Women’s Mission and will address the Baptist Young People at their meeting. The event aims to encourage mission work.
An 1880s Douglas county gathering at Hull House featured Baldwin Bligh, rural school teachers from across the county, and a Baldwin High School Glee Club performance. The meeting, discussing course offerings and teacher preparation for the state convention, highlighted new schools and the roles of local committees in shaping public education.
Nebras ska team shows strong points in a rough fir Iowa meet despite textual garble. Bloomington church plans baptizing services and will close tomorrow as reports from the Bloomin church indicate a revieal at the fmeet.
A terse Kansas weather note records yesterday's conditions and today's outlook. The fragmented items mention cool air, changing clouds, and a slight chance of rain, with no clear dates or locations beyond a regional reference.
Local treasurer reports a historic daily receipts total marking the second greatest collection day to date. Officials note tax payments have recovered, with penalties in place for late payments, while farm accounts face denial of relief offers as funds are pledged to cover outstanding dues.
Dispatches from London and Rome reveal mixed signals on Balkan war progress. Serbian Monastir operations reportedly advance toward 7 kilometers from the city, while Austro Bulgarian activity near Monastir and Westende Belgium is described with cautious wording and counter fire. The Italian foreign office cites doubt over the submarine Adena sinking and possible German involvement remains unconfirmed.
A local church group hosts an evening program on November 26 featuring a piano recital and a light farce. Performers include Chest Lata and Win Eyrnish, presenting music and comedy for attendees.
Fragmentary text suggests a serialized story chapter with daily installments. The fragment hints at continuation in our next issue, mentioning continued sections and evolving narrative as a self contained daily piece.
A Douglas County Democratic central committee meeting convened to form a campaign organization for active future efforts. Leaders discussed unifying the party to resist opponents, with regular sessions planned to monitor political developments and support President Alken’s re election, aiming to mobilize local voters.
A bulletin from the Children’s Health Conference outlines state and local child welfare exhibits. It warns against broad exhibits without agency cooperation and highlights factory, building, and city connections as crucial.
Michael Brothers’ coat and four mesh bags were identified as missing after the county fair. Police at headquarters located the other coat and bags, noting one item remains unfound. Q G Stewart, Baldwin, assisted in the search and investigation.
A scrambled report notes plans for a family day at churches tomorrow with hopes for strong turnout and a promising program. references to past events hint at community engagement and potential prizes or recognitions.
The Kansas Conference elected officers at a session led by Thomas Tynan and Mrs. Morris. New president Harr Bowman of Topeka and secretary TD Popeka were named along with university members. The meeting reviewed programs, investigations, and standardizing sentences while planning next annual sessions.
City Attorney Harley stated that the water company’s offer to sell free of incumbrance is not necessary as laws provide for the contract terms. The plant gate dispute and proposed sale were discussed, with confirmation of Friday’s schedule and upcoming games noted among local sports results.
A garbled docket from Lauderbagh court recounts guilty verdicts for one of intent and outlines a sequence of hearings and upcoming sessions through December 1915. It lists cases and defendants, with references to divorce actions and several surnames, scheduling details, and mentions the court house proceedings.
A Womans Relief afternoon program and dinner at Post Hall featured a tea style service. Guests enjoyed first class service and a variety of performances including Bugle Callity Floyatton and Chaplain Palmer with songs, recitations, violin and piano solos, ending with a benediction. The event highlighted the involvement of the Best Peau Windelhoffer family.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions Sons of Veterans, Nagle No 78, and a prize for a display or show. Mentions Frank Bell and Newland with scattered garbled terms. No clear event date or outcome available.
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