27 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1915
Page
1
Allied forces break the German line in a long expected offensive on the western front. The operation unfolds with massed artillery and infantry advances as troops push across contested sectors amid growing pressure on German defenses.
Petrograd reports a Russian victory in the southeast as both sides press for front choices. French and British gains are noted across fronts with Allied momentum continuing in Champagne and the Meuse region as German lines shift and defenses stiffen.
A British steam transport Natal of 2659 tons was shelled and sunk south of Crete by a German submarine on September 27. The crew was rescued and landed at Jiraeus Greece. The report notes ships and personnel arriving at Port Said by July 3 and last contact near Crete.
A British squadron attacked the Cerna coast resulting in the sinking of a British warship and heavy losses for Allied forces. About 1200 prisoners were taken, including several officers and machine guns captured. German forces reportedly evacuated the villages. North of Mourmelon and Westernt Argonne areas saw significant engagement with 39 officers among those captured.
In Dallas on September 27 the Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway Company sought receivership notes totaling 19 million held by the public. Judge Adams in Wisconsin issued the order after petitions from railroad lenders and contractors. The filing cites 7 million in 3 percent notes due 1919 with 19 million publicly held, with the system operating across Missouri Kansas and Texas.
No later information beyond the Journal-Works issue of Saturday last reaches concerning Miss Mirile Shane. The report notes ongoing unrest and recent massacres in Armenia reported by Turkish authorities, but no fresh details about her fate or location have emerged.
The article notes thanks for help in arranging displays at the cour field. Willard organized the setup with Brew and Arthur Russell handling the displays. Brown contributed a rural display described as a standout element of the event.
University of Kansas students discuss campaign costs and voting rules for the Engineers primary plus a plan to appoint a board to oversee the windup of the class dances. Howard Adagusy says engineers will vote in a streamlined process and staff will manage polling booths with city authorities.
Citizens on the west side of Grant township seek a drainage district to protect against floods. The plan covers Mud Creek to Midland area, extending about two miles north to south and one and a half miles wide, including about fifteen acres at the northwest corner of North Lawrence townsite. A petition will go to county commissioners for a hearing where supporters and opponents may speak. If approved, three drainage commissioners would run the district to unify Grant township flood control efforts and reduce costs.
A Kansas weather item notes fair skies tonight with light winds. The report mentions slightly cooler conditions inland and no precipitation expected, advising travelers to plan for clear conditions through the evening.
A large number of bidders have submitted proposals for the new White Way project. City officials expect heightened competition as contractors anticipate more bids before the final field is set. The weekly city commission meeting will address routine items with a planned visit next week.
Thousands of Civil War veterans assembled in Washington for the Grand Army of the Republic reunion. The event features a full program of activities as veterans participate in the celebration marking the gathering of former soldiers from the Union forces.
A fragment notes a regular luncheon of merchants at the Lawrence association rooms. It mentions plans to turn over to the Society of American Indians and that sessions begin in Lawrence tomorrow with downtown headquarters.
The long irrigation ditch built by Union Freight from west of Midland to near Back Creek was completed last week. Farmers north of town and along the river bed faced flooding as water rose from hills, with relief promised as sensors monitor the new scheme and seven work teams completed the project under three trains.
J Mills was returned today from Ellis County where he had been for two months with a threshing crew. Heavy raids in western Kansas have suspended threshing there, with bins found scattered across the region as crews paused operations.
National Guard officials say General W. S. Metcalf will attend the annual National Guard association meeting in San Francisco on November 9 and 10. C. C. Cartland and Charles McNaughton of Syltchinson returned home today after visiting Mrs. Le Carl. St 2%. The regular meeting was noted in dispatches.
A column transcribed interview discusses chaotic laws governing Indians full citizenship versus no status, urged Congress to enact a uniform policy. Arthur Parker of the Society argues for complete citizenship to end state-by-state inconsistencies and misapplied rulings affecting tribes nationwide.
The Luther League of Trinity Lutheran Church elected Miss Esther Swanson as president and Miss Frances Penchard as secretary among others. They outlined a six week Sunday evening program with special features and a social event led by Miss Roth Anderson to engage the youth in winter activities.
Fragmentary text shows Adamson family from Wichita planning travel to South Dakota to visit Custer and a farm near L. Alegaiet in Re abi of 3 Dakota. Mentions promoters and Alberta tied to a fifteen year spell, with previous movers McGuire and sander.
The Kan camp faced a late start as rain halted plans to break camp today. Special under orders will continue travel arrangements, with further details by Wednesday. Guy N. Walling leads the camp with a detail staff directing site work and operations.
Early this morning near a social service hospital two Mexicans were stabbed and wounded, with a third man Louis Morales missing after a revolver was fired during a drinking rally. Police found one victim alive, two others dead, and sought Morales who had fled after the disturbance near the Coxson mill and cabins along the railroad.
Business and professional men of the city and citizens are invited to a reception for the visiting Indians Fraternal Aid Union at the Hall tomorrow Tuesday at 3 o clock.
A fragmented reminiscence traces a Swede who fled danger, found faith, and became a pastor leading a church and a large miners’ congregation. It notes his earlier legal career in San Francisco, roles in municipal reform, and a path from law to public service in Washington, D. C. and beyond.
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