Britain Prepares as Coal Strike Looms Across Nation
London reports swift government mobilization as coal miners strike aims to halt work. Rail and transport unions weigh sympathetic action with a Wednesday delegate conference. transport workers federation undecided. Military leaves halted in ports. Yorkshire mills face disruption. US Shipping Board reassured American ships won’t be diverted.
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London
National Union
National Federation of Transport Workers
National Union of Riddled
Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen
Leeds
Portemouth
Yorkshire
Yaris
United States Shipping Board
British Ministry, of Shipping
Wednelay
Harding to lead world security effort in platform speech
In Greencastle on October 16 Senator Harding responded to critics of his proposal for a nations association. He said he had been approached formally by a Prav representative requesting the United States take the lead in world security.
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Harding
Greencastle
Association of Nations
Prav
U States
Dean Walker Highlights Industrial Survey Conclusions
Dean Walker outlines the conclusions of an industrial survey, stressing the need for manufacturers. The remarks emphasize the role of manufacturing in regional growth and suggest steps to boost local industry.
Kansas industrial survey urges more manufacturing near consumption
Dean F. P Walker reports in Graduate Magazine that Kansas faces population loss without more industry in sixteen counties. The study, from the University of Kansas School of Engineering, covers commerce, banking, transport, power, water, fuel costs, and aims to match towns with industries for local markets. Full findings to be released to the state.
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Kansas
School of Engineer
Dean F. P Walker
Graduate Magazine
Dean Walker
Economy Wave Hits Theaters In New York
The national economy decline has reached Broadway venues with many first class theatres cutting ticket prices through rate agencies. Sam B Harris, president of the managers association, says the boom era may have ended as forty one attractions show business weakness and more theatres face failures than last year.
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New York
Aif
Sam B. Harris
Practicing Managers Association
Lawsuit Over Corn Crop Ownership and Sale
J A Lewis files suit in Nouaglas county district court against Millard Anderson for 111.41 to recover costs of shocking and selling corn. Petition claims Anderson cut part of the crop and refused to harvest the balance while Lewis advanced care and labor on the crop last spring. The action seeks sale of shocked corn to cover the claimed amount.
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Charles E. Moss
Nouaglas County District
J. A. Lewis
Millard’ Anderson
Anderson
Lewis
University exam notes posture among women athletes
Dr. Anna Bacon of the University physical education department reports on recent exams of University women. She notes many have round shoulders and poor posture and urges commasonic work to improve health. She observes rising interest in sports and collaboration with nursing staff to correct posture. Mrs. J C Finley and her son Hugh depart Herenton seeking a milder climate.
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Anna Bacon
Becon
J. C. Finley
Hugh
Herineton
Curtis Meeting Court Room Crowded for Senator's Address
A crowded courtroom observed a Curtis meeting as citizens filled benches to hear the anticipated address by the senator. Residents gathered early, seeking updates on local matters and state issues, while officials maintained order during the session.
Curtis Speech Draws Largest Lawrence Crowd Yet
Senator Curtis rally fills the court room at 8 pm with every seat and aisles crowded. Curtis lauded Harding, praised war measures, and warned of Democratic policy while soldiers and Civil War veterans were honored. Local officials noted strong party harmony as Mrs. Helen Gardener and others joined nearby events.
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Charles Curtis
Senator Curtis
Lawrence Orouglass County
Curtiss
Harding
Hardityz Weil
Republican Women Hold All-Day Session in Lawrence
The Douglas County Republican Women plan an all-day meeting in Lawrence on Friday October 22 starting at 10 AM at the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Mrs B Beggs Topeka and Mrs T Chalkley Lawrence will speak, with a 12:40 PM luncheon available at 50 cents. Afternoon program at 2:30 PM at the Douglas County Courthouse features Mrs Mabe Jel Foltz of Topeka with a noted speaker. reservations for lunch at Republican headquarters.
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Lawrence
Women's Republican Organization of
Douglas County
Chamber of Comeenes
S. Beggs
Topeks
T. H. Chalkley
Chamber of Com
Mas
Mabe Jel Foltz
Topeka
Pultic ix
Persyi
Inquiry into charges against Marines in Hull
Washington January 11 United States Marines in Hull face an inquiry into alleged improper conduct. A naval board led by Rear Admirals Henry T. Maart and Oliver and Brigadier General J. H. Peatetor will review all evidence to determine responsibility for any wrongdoing. General Barnett and Colonel Russell are named in connection with the case.
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Washington
Get
United States
Hull
Ingu Mumert Sestiye
Secretary of the Navy
Uy Board
Henry T. Maart
OH. Oliver
Tenval J. H. Peatetor
Mrine Copa
Aaperwin
Gertexal Barnett
The
Marine Corp
Wael ‘Ayton Costerdas
San Francisco
Barnett
Dwin H. Russell
Marine iv
Coljonel Russell
King
Four Meetings For Dr Barker By Rotary Club
The Rotary Club schedules four meetings with Dr Charles F Barker on next Wednesday October 200. Events include a Bowtyseck theater screening, a Rotary room informal talk, and a farm mothers and raunchers session at 3 PM. A dean plans a talk at 42:0 gatelack and a separate evening event at Bits n'elelk with Mr. Sieg Aten.
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Charles F Barker
Rotary Club
Delack
Mae
Rotary Cick Room
Unclear fragmentary text about Atlanta aide and Kansas City trip
The readable portions describe individuals and places including Atlanta and St Anthony with references to relatives and a training school. The text mentions Elmer P L Newb and a move toward connection with an industrial mission, with travel to Kansas City and a weekend with friends.
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Elmer PL Newb
St. Anthony
Felabe
Vickeey
Kansas City
Tor
Mexico Seeks Cooperative Stance on International Obligations
Provisional President Le Huerta said Mexico aims to meet all international duties and cooperate with the United States to prevent border trouble. He stressed no intent to sever relations or repudiate foreign property and called for concrete cooperation with Washington to maintain peaceful frontier relations.
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United States
Mexico City
Dewis
le la Huerta
Sociated
Washington
Guatumalcoon
Cleveland GOP Framing Women to Congress and Welfare Agenda
Fragmented OCR outlines a Cleveland area conference where governors push female congressional guidance and social welfare measures. It notes efforts to protect women and children from wartime dangers and mentions presidential and congressional oversight.
Obregon Tops Mexican Presence at Texas State Fair
Mexico's president elect Alvaro Obregon was the central figure at the Texas state fair in Dallas. He arrived early and had a busy program before departing for Mexico City tomorrow via Laredo.
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Obregon
Texas
Dallas
Alvaroz Obregon
Mexico
Fern
Mexico City
Telephone rate hearing in Lawrence on Monday
The Kansas Telephone Co seeks rate increases to cover higher material and labor costs. City officials, University of Kansas, and Chamber of Commerce oppose the plan and will present evidence at a 9 am hearing at the county courthouse in Lawrence.
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City, University and Chamber of Commerce
Wark
Kansas Court of Jurlustriak
Pouglis County Court House
Lawrence
Kansas Telephone Company
Chamber of Commerce
University of Kansas
Chamber of iCommerce
University Club elects officers and board members
The University Club annual meeting last night chose M. A. Garrill as president for the coming year Prof. F L Be, Kester as vice president H B Chubb reelected secretary L N Lewis treasurer New board members are H C Phurnan and C C Williams The club reports a profitable year with a small membership increase An auction of rare items was led by Prof. H A Rice as auctioneer.
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M. A. Garrill
FL BE. Kester
H. BR. Chubb
L. N. Lewis Tressurer
Board of Governours
H.C. Phurnani
C. CL Williams
H. A. Rice
City Registration Surges As Voters Move In Lawrence
The city reports many residents changing addresses ahead of the November election. Clerk's office hours extend daily to 10 PM to handle the rush, with registration closing Friday evening, October 23.
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Frank Brooks
Toay
Tawrence
Vouys
Wovars
Clark
Alumni secretary links Pittsburg Baker game yesterday
Alfred Hill University alumni secretary traveled to Pittsburg to officiate at the Pittsburg Baker football game yesterday. Welgh Welch
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Alfred Hill
University
Pittsburg
Ready to Print Ballots Get Ballot Form From State
County clerk prepares ballot materials after receiving the official form from the secretary of state. The process ensures ballots align with state specifications ahead of the upcoming election. Officials emphasize accuracy and timely distribution to polling locations.
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Secretary OF State
Ballot Printing Underway for County and City Elections
Officials announce two ballot sets for voters. One lists president and electors with state and district candidates. the other shows county and local nominations. Printing for all precincts across the county will take about two weeks with ballots ready for November 2.
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Geo. C. Payne Lits
United States
Jude Curl
Senaior
Ron
Egel
Kansas
Noagles
Cox
Roosevelt
Debs
Stendan
Harling and Coolitee
Roner Ss
Sonseter
Census underway as Canada estimates 8.74 million
Ottawa reports the government Bureau of Statistics estimates Canada’s population at 8,740,000 as census efforts begin. Three-fourths reside in Ontario, Quebec and the Maritime provinces, with westward immigration rising and western settlement limited to about 2.5 million.
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Ottawa
Canada
Ontario
Quebec
Maritime Provinces
Harding Suggests Fault In Coal Car Distribution
Senator Harding blamed in an Oct. 16 speech for fault in coal car distribution and enforcement of a federal provision, citing ongoing confusion and job uncertainty for miners. Law enforcement and localities face pressure as coal supplies and employment conditions shift nationwide.
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Tepre Haute
Harding
Bulldogs Shuffle Lineup For Drake Game In Lawrence
Kansas and Drake field a weakened first string as injuries thin both squads. Kansas coach M D Banks shifts Amme to left tackle and Sarff to center while Drake rests backs Allen and Shawver. Early 35 yard drop kick by Bridley gives Drake a 3 0 lead as teams arrive in Lawrence for the Valley curtain raiser.
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Kansas
Drake
Bridley
Kansas’ Valley
M.D. Banks
Warriors
Lawrence
Kansas City
Doyce Allen
Don Shawver
Dr. F.C. Aten Jayhawker
Ivy
Bell
Reid
Andy McDonald
Tais
Higgins
Wint Smith
Dr. Allen
Banks
Colby Attacks Republicans Over Factional Strife Theme
Secretary of State Colby in Chicago at the Liquor club accuses Republicans of fueling factional strife and prejudice in the immigration issue. He argues opponents transport domestic strife into America and manipulate German and other immigrant groups for political gain. He cites German elements as showing how public sentiment can be stirred for campaign ends.
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Chicago
Lriquois Club
Colby
Republican Party
America
Cathy
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Oklahoma City
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