09 Sep 1918
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1918
Page
1
British patrols push from Peronne to St Quentin and occupy Vermand and Venelles as French troops hold Crozat canal area. Last night was quiet on the British front in northern France and Flanders with only artillery activity and minor raids reported.
British forces renewed heavy action along the Arras Cambrai road crossing the canal six miles from Cambrai. French troops advance near St. Quentin and along the canal from Liez toward La Fere, with American troops reported east of Ravillon and Muscourt in their hands. German counterattacks repulsed as Allied forces push toward the Hindenberg line and Crozat positions.
Fragmentary notes describe Kaiserin Jil and Kaiser at her bedside. The text references Hohenzollern lineage and a Daily Thought aside, with quotations from Emerson and Lucy Larcom about thoughts and rewards.
An Entente detachment reports fighting near Oberserskayh in North European Russia resulting in the town's capture. American troops allegedly extricated themselves from a dangerous predicament after being surrounded by enemy forces. Amsterdam reports the Soviet government is ready to negotiate a diplomat exchange with Britain if neutral powers guarantee safe conduct for Bolshevik representatives in London.
Seventy three pieces of Douglas County property will be sold tomorrow morning by County Treasurer J C Stevenson at his office in the courthouse for unpaid taxes. The listings cover years 1914 1915 and 1917 with total unpaid taxes of 5100 03 dollars.
A clipped, reflective note cites a Chicago Daily News quote on how great achievements often rely on a devoted spouse. It comments on youthful attitudes toward wealth and family, framed as a newspaper card observation from a historical page segment.
Eugene V. Debs former socialist presidential candidate stands trial before Federal Judge D C Westen haver in Cleveland charged with violating the Espionage Act. The courtroom held prominent socialists including Rose Pastor Stokes of New York who faces appeal after a Kansas City grand jury verdict. Debs was indicted June 29 for remarks alleged at the Ohio socialist convention in Canton on June 16 last.
Boston won the first game of the Boston series in the world championship by 3 to 2. The Battery for Chicago was Tyler Douglas and Killifer, and for Boston Ruth Bush Agnew and Schang.
Tom Harley resigns as Four Minute Men chairman after a year of leadership while running for the legislature. Professor W. H. Quakenbush of the Lawrence Business College is named the new chairman as readings and talks proceed tonight at Bowersock and Patee venues with J. H. Mitchell W. C. Simons on the bill. Tomorrow events feature R. A. Kent at Bowernae and Quakenbush at Pate.
The railway administration will establish a store door system delivering freight by drays and trucks directly from cars to consignees in several cities. Tried in New York and Philadelphia, the method saves time in loading cars.
London experts report that German commander Ludendorff plans to hold his present line and oppose Allied retirement attempts. Paris dispatches note heavy German artillery along the front and a counterattack strategy while French forces maneuver to pressure the Hindenburg line positions near Messines Ridge Laon La-Fere and St Gobain forest.
A tremor near the Mississippi Valley was logged by the university seismograph with a 1.25 cm amplitude. Primary at 12 28 09, secondary at 12 28 42, long wave 12 38 29, main 12 54 04, end 2 39. Estimated distance about a mile from the valley, with details noting Suramse cattle registration later and unrelated sayings by Mr. Frankly and Mr. Orin.
A complete list of the registration officers was issued today as volunteers prepare to serve on Thursday. The release names all officers assigned to duties and locations.
The draft registration drive for men ages 18 to 44 is set with 66 volunteers forming boards in 22 precincts across Lawrence and county districts. Registration will occur at multiple locations this Thursday evening, under Provost Marshal General Crowder’s order, with lists detailing board members and precinct sites.
City elementary and high schools begin a new term as Junior High starts without a principal and English teacher. Principal George A Selke and Miss Mayme Brine resign for war work. Freshmen orientation and partial day sessions today. Enrollment and exact figures to follow later this week.
Raymond A. Kent, city school superintendent, was offered the Wisconsin assistant state superintendency with a substantial salary increase. Kent, in his third year, earns a combined $4010 from the city and University of Michigan teaching duties. He must decide whether to accept, as C. P. Cary of Wisconsin currently holds the state post.
News received locals report the death in Topeka of Mrs A E Brammit mother of the Rev D D Brammit pastor of the North Lawrence Methodist church.
Partly cloudy and unsettled weather with showers in the northwest tonight and Tuesday. Cooler Tuesday in northern and western portions. Temperatures yesterday and today tracked but details incomplete.
Lawrence ministers pledge support for soldiers in army training, backing Nazi YMCA War Work Council efforts. They approve steps to provide healthy entertainment and relaxation for S A T G members, with backing from local churches and the government.
Attendance at Kell Institute is breaking records as the class began midweek. Superintendent HE Peaks notes enrollment may reach 800 with a 300 cap, leaving hundreds of returning students and new older enrollees unable to gain entry for fall term.
A conference for girls aged fifty to twenty years, under the State Sunday School Association, is mapped out in Douglas County. The event includes panels with Miss Rose of New Jeans Indiana, Miss Roger of Elgin, and Miss Engle, plus music, a feast dinner, and a swim. Mrs H C Northcott will lead fall meetings. High school supervisors, girl class leaders, and pastors are invited to attend.
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