Peace and War Outlook Dominate Europe Reports
London reports and Rome commentary gauge reactions to a possible peace move while German victory claims spread through Parisi and Vatican circles. Warfront notes describe mixed progress on the Western Front, heavy Russian retreats in the east, and devastating scenes as Austrian forces push through occupied territories, with Germany seeking strategic advantages and neutrals weighing financial support.
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London
Legurts
Washington
Germany
Genuaig
Wilson
Mohr Case Proceedings In Barrington Bristol Jurisdiction
Providence Sept 4 representatives for the prosecution and defense in the Mrs Elizabeth Tiffany case argued over jurisdiction as Barrington and Bristol County officials seek two witnesses. The Molys admitted involvement in the death near the shooting scene while three black suspects remain tied to the case.
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Providence
Ht. T
Jabeth Tiffany
Bhuiy Moby
Wr. C . Franklin Mobes
Barrington
Bristol
Moly
Phey
Kollen
Old Folks Celebrate Show At Lawrence With Kindly Hosts
A large gathering of about 100 men and women aged beyond youth attended a gala hosted by residents and local businesses in Lawrence. The event featured rides, animals, and mounted pictures, with Lawrence studios and journalists praising the old crowd’s spirit. The night included performances by trained animals and a display of photos and film, with attendees expressing thanks to hosts and promoters for a memorable time.
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Gia Caniles Cma
Wie Draper
N. Crowder
S. Ab NS. Engle Mis
Terebr
Ariel
Willi
Carlos
Het
Badsky
Tsar Fata
Lawrener
Aml
Tina
Mr Law
Yenee
Jonders
Lawrence
Santple
Sordar
Release John Calahan From Bedlesger Case
Fragmentary report notes John Calahan was arrested with Eunice on a case tied to Pootlewerne. Trial details unclear with evidentiary gaps and a reference to D Weaver’s day away from a union ship. Three busts bound for New York appear in the fragment.
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Ayd. Weaver
Laine
New York
Leavenworth tale of Cody Piober and Civil War memories
A fragmentary interview recounts Cody Piober of Leavenworth County and his father’s era in the plains of eastern Kansas. It touches on Quantrill and the James Boys era, a survey of Leavenworth townsite, and local crowds reacting to anti slavery views. The narrative hints at violence and political tensions of the period.
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Cody
Ed Istern
Kansas
al Donuias County
Amity
Bayea
Leavenworth
Nebra
Lawrence
Wien
Freien
Praia
Missouri
Colored Woman Held for Shooting at Barber
A colored woman attempted to shoot a barber last Wednesday. She was arrested and brought before Judge Chirke today and was held over to the District court for further action.
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Chirke
Kansas Weather Report Update
Weather bulletin indicates today and tonight will be unsettled with showers possible on Friday night and Saturday. Temperatures fluctuate with mild readings, and winds may be breezy across central districts as rainfall chances vary.
War anniversary recounts shocks on Marne front and Baltic seas
A year ago German forces crossed the Marne and attacked the French center. Severe fighting raged near Alost and Termonde in Belgium. A British cruiser was sunk, and the Austrian steamer Bathorlin reported in the Bay of Biscay. The British gunboat Speedy was sunk in the North Sea. The U S S Tennessee carried American refugees across the channel as the North Carolina prepared to sail for Smyrna. General Bobrinsky was named Russian governor of Galicia.
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Genus
Switzerland
Vnz
Paris
Mischenko
Cossicks
Alame
Iivating
Wavlyure
Volynakyi
Ory Willizeion
Volynskyi
Kovel
Shimes
Conways
Tto
Viadinie-Valyskvi
Marne
Alest
Termonde
Belgium
Bathorlin
Bay of Biscay
Speedy
Ine
North Sea
U.S. S. Tennessee
Channel
North Carolina
Smyrna
Bobrinsky
Galicia
Woodland Band Announces Tomorrow Evening Concert
Director unveils program for an upcoming Woodland concert featuring a parade of instrumental works. The schedule lists overtures, serenades, fantasia pieces, and selections by various composers as the ensemble prepares for the event.
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Woodhid Tentovrow Rovery
Halle Marcel
Circus Party Witnessed By Host and Guests
In a garbled account a local scene describes a circus party with guests, janitors, and staff in attendance. The passage references Lawrence Highway and Light Company, school janitors, and cleaning chores as part of the event atmosphere, highlighting community figures and a focus on service workers.
Hayti turmoil as armed forces debark in port city
Fragments describe unrest in Hayti Cape Flyitien with JAG units and machine guns deployed after clashes. References to Cacos rebels, retirements, and unclear leadership figures hint at sustained conflict near Lion of Tsinehe and Gonat, with disrupted communications and property concerns.
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Hayti Cape Flyitien
Uniti
Americas
Tennyssegarine
Philadelphia
Krengral
Cacos
Lion of
Tsinehe
Gonat
Regrading Pinckney School Yard Sidewalk Work Planned
The project outlines dbuildings to construct a sidewalk along the front yard of Pinckney School. The plan specifies rerouting sections of the yard and regrading to meet municipal guidance. Work targets the yard’s rim and adjacent areas to improve access.
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Pinckney School
Pinckneys
Simne
Health ads promise dental care products in market blitz
Fragmented text describes promotions for dental health products and preparations with promises of guidance and advice. The Journal-World advertises offerings and claims to educate readers on proper teeth care and maintenance.
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Journal-World
Fast Horses Coming to Douglas County Fair
A flawed OCR summary reports a push by Secretary Murphy predicting the fastest pacers since old era for Douglas County Fair at Woodland and Independence. It mentions horses like Blow, Dillon, and others, with track preparations, grand stand seating, and Friday automobile exhibit plans, highlighting a big turnout and various races next week.
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Torn Yieige
WilHai Dillan
JM. Overfields Alt West Phitas, Me
Dl Av, White
Taylor
Texas
Woodland
Oth
Douglas Coiby
Miuphys
Lawrence
le Trek Ie
Ets
Lee Ho
Sp Josep
Ste
Murphy
Fia Ile
Texas Relief Fund Receipts for Sufferers
The piece describes a relief fund in Indiana soliciting donations for forwarding aid to sufferers. It notes delays as funds are collected and allocated, with emphasis on not diverting money from the original purpose. It mentions ongoing needs and use of resources to bring relief as days pass.
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Alines
Simul Mnoutus
Adawe Amore
Indiana
Douglass Man Moves to Educate Sons in Alabama
George W. Ogg plans to educate his sons at the University of Wan while living in Dongkiss i tok, a house he has occupied for thirty nine years. The residence began as two rooms and has been enlarged and improved over time becoming one of the fine denves there. Horact, Alabama, is visiting with Mus Hayes Jones.
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George W. Ogg
Francis
University of Wan
Dongkiss i Tok
Sherif
Jndee Clarke
Mayin
Allait
Toepula
Fle
Wopeke
Vinity
Atmpick
Tis
Peace Efforts Mentioned by Pope Benedict in Rome
Dispatches from Rome report Pope Benedict expresses hope that the United States may urge belligerents toward a ceasefire and agree to interpose peace talks. He notes cordial discussions with President Wilson and Cardinal Gibbons, seeing financial strains as a factor delaying further offensive campaigns.
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Pope Benedict
Rome
United States
Cordia
Wil
Cardinal Gibbons
Thuenthen
Ste
Sheriff Capture and Raid Shuts Down River Road Stand
In Lawrence, Sheriff Selneck led a raid on a roadside liquor operation near Woodland Park damaging a makeshift bar. Deputies seized gear and liquor, with two men arrested and held pending trial before Judge Clarke. The defendants face liquor charges as the sheriff confirms the operation was shut and a potential city witness prepared for court.
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Selneck
Simil Bey
Wirauillel Park
Shuere W. Pickering
Bof
Topeka
Lawrence
Oaker
Buffalo Bill Greeted Old Folks at Pleasant Event
Buffalo Bill met residents at a community gathering near Overbrook and at Hhckory Point, greeting many old friends and sharing memories. Lawrence and a bay of ten male de Lawrence were among those noted, as the event included handshakes with boys and girls and a harbor of camaraderie.
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Laawrence
de Lawrence
Mariner
Gelaric
Buffalo Yall
Greene Wins Corn Contest of Douglas County
Greene, nine miles from town, won with a stalk over fourteen feet long in the Douglas County corn contest. Several long entries were noted as the best in years, with other contestants including Elmery Donigan, W Louis Seve, J Walter Jones, and J B Sin Giorne among those listed. Judges were Franke Varna and Ve. The weather’s warmth favored crops, and Greene received a prize of $2.50.
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Douglas County
Greene
Acre
Re -C. Natier
Elmery Donigan
W Louis Sevle
J. Walter Jones
J.B. Singiorne Washington
Dilton
FL Stewart
John Greene
Ko. Childs
Robertson
Wes E. Dolingon
L. F. Holt
Creend
Der
Isone Franke Varna
Wouldn't Hang Assailant in Murder Case
Fragments report a murder case where a husband refused to hang the attacker and a sheriff faced a forcible seizure of a prisoner. The incident ended with the assailant released as tensions flared amid a chaotic scene. Separately, Tropical Storm warnings mention Gulf Coast interests as the storm nears. Crews reported rough surf near Apalachicola and Cedar Key with rising seas and shifting conditions.
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Lvesden
Lenn
Lakon
Lew
Mallie Val Newta
Thesherlt Neero
Willy Tee
Wits Tiveran
Mol
Dresden
Tim Ee
Kington
Gulf Coast
Apalachia
Cedar
Etrack
Little Care
Volley Bali Practice Notes and Local Meetings
Preparation for a May tournament continues with practice sessions as teams plan for upcoming events. Mentions of a valley meet in Tapeka and possible regional games hint at local competition. Mrs JH Burton and C Wiehite visit Mrs J Uhin for a few days as part of social notices.
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Foley Hail “Clase
Dider
Stewart ‘Thomason
JH. Burton C Wiehite
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