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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1914

Page

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Public Breathless Reports Move Germans Force Allies To Adjust Line

London reports Germans push the eastern front with sustained attacks. Allies adjust lines as Russian advances and Austrian resistance shape the battle near the Seine valley, while German offensives and Russian strategy influence expected forward movement and supply efforts.

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Russians Capture Forts on 25 Mile Front Near Lemberg

Reported by Petrograd sources that Russians seized two Austrian forts along a 25 mile front near Lemberg. The advance follows earlier clashes as forces push toward Mikolajow and surrounding positions. Local authorities confirm strategic gains in the disputed sector despite ongoing fighting.

Lemberg

Emperor of Austria Reported Dead After Twelve Days

Uncertain telegraphed reports claim the Austrian emperor has died twelve days ago. London dispatches note conflicting details amid regional unrest and cautious official statements.

London Sept. S Gia Dew Austria le Etfeer Thal Austriain Pune Peru Francis Tysepl Francis Joseph of Austria Constantinople

Belgians Flee to Holland as German Advance Increases

From Amsterdam reports many Belgian villagers flee their homes as German forces push closer. Inhabitants of several villages are escaping toward the border, carrying few belongings while destitute residents seek aid at relief centers.

Amisterdam Nien Val del Dag

Kansans Again On The Map By Wheat And Corn Crops

Kansas is placed on the map by large wheat and corn crops this year as wholesalers and manufacturers in the east expect heavier fall purchases. D J Cole of De Jaire reports merchants hopeful with no sharp downturn yet and no excess prices, while Colin plans to resume vigorous competition after returning from Excelsion Springs with goods bought before the war.

Colin

City Commission Deliberates Water, Tax and Social Survey

City commissioners meet with little delay to discuss water company appraisal and license tax. A $50 social survey fund was debated but ultimately denied. $25 grant approved for the survey with conditions. Police court convicts drinkers. Quenta Avenios fined and jailed for nonpayment, Parpell noted visiting Kansas City.

Watay Company Wells My. Wells Water Company Teasrena Water Company & Property Friayisen Vis Patvenpont Tony Witone Seth Alan Quenta Avenios Alwor Argnius

School Board Discusses Bonds and Schoolroom Plans

The South Siders consider a new room for early grades while the board reviews sale status of bonds and selects an architect. Superintendent Laith Wade reports on student preferences, staffing, and proposed changes to the district’s educational program and facilities.

Board Education Wade New York School Centeet Quincy Dolloway Ontario Greeet Ophe Corr Gifier L. Hy Une Fay Moys Bie Rell Chaddsof Pinckney School Pmiss Metsker Hye Allen & Phillips Fastin Aii Olney Architeet Pileliy Toast Company New York Life Bisurance Co Teehinita F Board Wisseth

Crops Return from Colorado with Samples for Farm Family

Josephine Bauers returned from Colorado with crop samples including veterinary, Kalilinenia and cane to test for fertility and certainty. Mr Bauers expresses pride in his family. H Hoskinson of Vinland recently joined a Patton family reunion in Decatur.

Josephine Bauers Colorado Frank Bauers Dojshaw Bauers Vinland Decatur Patton Nancy Patton W. RB. Hagerman

Kansas Weather Outlook Amid Unclear Report

Unreadable weather snippet indicates general midweek forecast from Kansas sources. Mentions today and Wednesday with temperature changes but content is fragmented and specifics are not clear.

Frontline Echoes From War Fronts and Diplomatic Moves

United reports from London Paris and Rome describe Russian advances and setbacks with notes of Austro Hungarian positions and German activity. Belief grows of renewed cooperation among Belgium and Russia governments as casualties and strategic moves unfold. Diplomats hint at armistice negotiations while Bryan signals no mediation chance in Washington.

Water Tests Delayed by Heavy Rain

Persistent rainfall slowed the well sinking work at the brook plant this morning. Officials expect the tests to resume soon once rain ceases, with several wells completed and more underway as crews continue construction.

Eawinger

New Journalism Man Appointed at Avie Kansas

Prof. H F Harrington of Ohio State University is named assistant professor in journalism at Avie Kansas. Authorities in Lawrence announce his appointment and note he arrives from Ohio State University.

H. F. Harrington Ohio State University Lawrence Last Salts Chae H. V. Harrington Ohio State Universi Avie Kansas Lou Ohina State University

Nations reject mediation offers in European war talks

Secretary Hagan states cabinet holds no inclination to mediate among warring European nations. No likelihood of acceptance of President Wilsons offer at this time. Germany reportedly shows no desire for peace, amid ongoing conflict and tensions.

Bryan Washi Higan Mueti Europe Wilsons Mey Denigd Germany

Germans Ask Armistice Reported From Paris

A Paris report states Germany asked for an armistice in the eastern sector while allies in Paris considered the request. The situation remained uncertain with casualties among the wounded and no clear acceptance from the Allied powers.

Paris Mant Jeo Geru At Wate

Train wreck in Dover Mo kills two aboard freight

Dover Missouri September 5 a freight train on the Missouri Pacific line crashed into a washout on arriving at Dover killing engineer John Bristow and fireman Clark. No other people were hurt.

Dover Jokn Bristow Clark Fresert

Wilson Urges Nation to Pray for Peace in Europe

President Wilson signed a proclamation calling on all Americans to join in a day of prayer for peace in Europe. He set Sunday October 4th as the national day of prayer.

Wilson Europe Washington United States Simday

City Proposes Chance for Water Company Before Action

City commissioners plan a review before making a final decision on water supply. The engineer says tests finish by Septem ber 15 and a ruling will follow to settle the unsettled water situation. They invite any proposals from the Lawrence Water Company to address the issue.

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Arnett Paroled in Lecompton Case Involving Missing Funds

J A Arnett of Lecompton was paroled after a case involving about 500 dollars found missing from the Mills garden were traced to a grape vineyard. The wife released for lack of evidence, while Arnett confessed and remained jailed awaiting sentencing. Mills posted bond and received $14 recovered during the arrests.

Judge CO J. A. Arnett Lecompton Mills Thehlevty Atleman Lee Cortonils Janet Gentle Fynan Avett Sein Spidlge

Ministers Will Resign Over German Diplomacy Dispute

A Berlin dispatch to the Messaggero reports a major dispute between the German emperor and Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg and the foreign minister Dernburg. The clash centers on unreadiness that allegedly led to European turmoil, with ministers facing resignation as a consequence.

Berlin Messaggerd Germain Aud Chaneller Vou Bethmann-Hallwe Noi Dugow

Turks Concentrate Troops Along the Tehatalja Lines

Exchange Telegraph reports from Athens that Turkey is concentrating 8,600 men at the Tchatalja lines near the Balkan theater. The development occurs as tensions rise against Russia’s binding stance and amid unclear strategic moves.

Lundon Athéns Tchatalja

Russian Troops Rally in France Report Says 250000

Rome reports in the Rome Tribune that France hosts about 250000 Russian troops. The piece notes concentration around Metz as part of William’s project and describes the troop movement and strategic buildup.

Rome France X William Metz

City Water Fight Spurs Fresh Bond Plan Push

City commissioners accuse the water company of arrogance and unfairness after pressure to revise pricing. They advocate submitting a bond proposition for a completely new plant, insisting the old supplier is out of consideration and voters will decide the funding.

City Water Company Water Company Aderstand Linstead Atone Ult Company

County Fair Opens With Baseball Game and Music

The Douglas County Fair opens today with Garwence and Baldwin playing baseball at Park Haskell and the carnival band providing music. Rainy weather may push some races to tomorrow, but the event schedule aims to proceed. The Haskell band will perform at Woodland this afternoon, adding to the fair’s attractions.

Garwence Baldwin Douglas County Murphy Lawretcs Thav Te Leary Haskell Woodland

War excitement abroad boosts local industry fears

Mr A Weaver reports Eastern buyers are optimistic while war strains supply of goods. US manufacturers already cut imports and rely on home resources. kid gloves most affected as German-made goods dwindle. Weaver’s New York trip included a Long Island visit. local business may feel eastern conditions but gains keep steady.

United States Gerind Ile Norwal Weaver New York Long Island East Bar

Kansas City Faces End of Water Outage Threat

Reports indicate the city has passed the danger of a water outage after a period of disruptions. Authorities believe the crisis is over and water services are stabilizing.

Kansas Helievet

Reoccupy the Crest of Mankiry Capture and German Retreat

Reports say German forces retreated with pressure along the Marne Meaux to Sezanne line as Allies advanced toward Paris. Journal notes Belgian and French units attacking German positions in multiple sectors with prisoners taken and guns captured. movement described as general across fronts.

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Armies Unite as Belgian Forces Align with Russia

A fragmentary 1914 era despatch notes an accord joining Belgian volunteers to Russian lines, with Paris and Rome cited as sources and unclear wording on prior imports and deliveries. The report hints at a broader alliance among Belgian and Rasut governments via Havas agency correspondence.

Paris Rasutte Ott Havas Porograd

First Consistory Held by Pope Benedict Iii

The first consistory of Pope Benedict was held with a splendid display in papal attire and court decorations. The Pontiff called for unifying religious sentiment as society’s remedy and prayed for an end to warfare, seeking the Virgin’s intercession.

Rome Supr Benedict Jay Europe

Proper Footwear for Children In Daycare

Careful shoe choice ensures healthy feet for children. Well constructed shoes with proper lasts and good leather prevent discomfort and time lost due to ill fitting footwear. The Daily Journal- World advertises reliable shoe sources and guidance for parents.

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