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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1914
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports allied positions showing no decisive breakthrough. German forces defend the western front while Russians push toward the Carpathians. military experts note limited gains and emphasize the need for sustained pressure by allied troops.
The Women s Rooming-house Association is preparing to launch in the western district. It aims to set house rules under women chairmen with guidance from Mrs Brown and the association s presidents. A meeting is scheduled October 3 to form the central committee and adopt a code to ensure orderly governance and protection of residents.
Authorities cautious about water impurities in Lawrence amid disease fears. The University Ambassadors have decided to offer vaccination for students who want it. The first shot will be administered by Daby Sundwatl in the basement of the Museum.
A.W. Logan, prominent in the Fraternal Aid and Fraternal Aid Union, has returned from Denver after meeting with the new president. He reports favorable feelings among western officials and predicts strong growth for the order. Logan will continue as general organizer and plans to relocate soon.
A Rome dispatch reported Russian forces crossed the Ung district frontier with reinforcements moving toward the Mungkhin frontier at several points despite reductions. In other notes, Mr and Mrs Ben Pecktzue will spend tomorrow in Kansas City.
Paris reports intense German artillery along the Meuse front as Allied lines hold river positions. The official communique claims the enemy has been repulsed in several sectors while progress remains limited near the Meuse, Lorraine, and the Aisne fronts with only slight gains noted in some areas.
A news despatch reports no Chinese participation in the Japanese led operation in Shantung province. It notes Chinese protests over Japanese control of territory and rail facilities near Wei-Hsien. The report mentions Chinese troops engaging in the Peking area and details movement of Japanese forces along the railway toward Wei-Hsien.
Sheriff Willis Sehneck moved quickly this morning bringing Sam Lear from the county jail to Lansing. Lear is believed connected to the robbery of Wie Frye Barber Shop and is being held on related charges.
Peking China September 39 reports German forces in Kizo evacuating the Walders line of defence before a superior enemy force while Taine-Tan sits fully invested. German losses are described as small in the dispatch.
Early reports indicate German forces plan a siege of Antwerp with large siege guns moved toward Brussels as battle in northern France unfolds. German troop trains increase to about 150,000 as Emden sinks four British steamers off the Gulf of Benagal.
The article reports upcoming student body nominations with five seniors and five freshmen listed as candidates. Resolutions are set for Friday, and the Student Council is overseeing the process amid university politics.
Prof Talbot urged city commissioners to join the reception for Kansas League of Municipalities delegates in Lawrence. Merchants association planned an automobile tour as part of elaborate city events for the visit.
A. Power arrived yesterday and will be pardwed co thet Bote at TH New s fan vive, where Wrak 3 Venger will reside.
Brief note reports no results yet in the disappearance of Shaler Wagey. Police have been notified and a broad search across adjoining towns continues with no concrete leads or sightings to date.
City commissioners met to order 20 cords of rock to be used at the city as a good hard rock for street repairs. Elliott Street area is under consideration for work. Prisoners will have daily exercise while helping repair the streets at the jail site.
In dated dispatches from London and other cities on September 29, reports say Russian forces swept into Galicia, pushing Austrians back while German positions along the Meuse and Aisne hold. Zeppelins bomb Deynze and Thielt, and Paris notes fierce enemy assaults with no change at the Aisne. Chinese troops engage against Japanese operations in Wei-Hsien. Rotterdam reports talk of a possible German siege of Antwerp.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a march or move involving Metcalf toward Fort Riley and Fort Er cria. The text mentions aviste, camped, gale, and October 1st with references to university and sales or events, but details are unclear and partially garbled. The readable items suggest a historical relocation or military camp context with dates in October and references to institutions.
A group of insurance agents from Lawrence attends a general meeting in Topeka of representatives from stock and mutual life offices. Visitors were served refreshments at the Commercial Club. Attendees include Mr. and Mrs. W. Manley Me, Mrs. Brank Banks, Theo Gardner, R Holmes, Hoston c and BLL Cleriton, as Lawrence delegates seek a Kansas state insurance federation body and a broader regional alliance.
Florence explains how she used daily newspaper advertising columns as guides to shopping. She lists eight items she wanted and compares prices across ads, concluding that careful study of ads can make anyone logical.
City officials require the Lawrence Water Company to prepare for a test within ten days and prove water mains withstand 125 pounds per square inch. City Engineer Dunmire and Fire Chief Reinish will inspect pressure, demand updated mains, standpipes, basins, and six outlets to ensure fire protection supply per ordinance 1075 and franchise provisions.
Sam Cooper returns to Lawrence after years in California to take the role of foreman at the Praneises barns. He resumes local duties and reopens ties with the community and regional farming operations.
In police court Will Stittey faced a $9 fine and a $16 damage claim after a morning disturbance. He is charged with fighting and disturbing the peace as city attorney Sparks traveled to Kansas City with Merchants' Secretary Sparks to arrange contractors for Fashion Days in Lys. Renné. Also, Store Front Improvement at Col. Aghning’s building shows a new coat of paint and a neat storefront appearance.
The cutter Tahoma wrecked on the Alaskan reef near Wighington on September 29. Commander Bertholf reported many aboard saved. 23 were missing or presumed afloat. Cordova and the Surveyor Patterson were dispatched to search Arctic waters for survivors.
Howard Maing and Frances Botkin, Baker students, walked from Baldwin to Lawrence yesterday covering about 16 miles. They started at 9 o'clock and stopped briefly on the route at Vinland and Sibley. They said the trip was for exercise and not strenuous, then Huey rode the train back to Baldwin where he attends Baker School.
Lawrence commissioners heard concerns on changing voting precincts and ward divisions citing current layouts. They weighed widening Sixth and Fourteenth streets as a split solution while awaiting a late meeting to finalize numbers. A North Lawrence sidewalk petition and utility updates were also reviewed along with a 100,000 bond for a city entertainment provision.
The article discusses disposal of the estate of former Gov Charles Tolinson to fund a new University of Kansas medical building. Opinions differ whether to sell the property or borrow against it to finance construction. The estate yields 7000 to 10000 dollars yearly, enough to cover interest and principal if borrowed. The Rosedale branch will continue, and the final two years of medical work will proceed at the new facility.
A Kansas Poems edition, curated by Willard Wattles of the University of Kansas English department, gathers state poets past and present. The volume, printed by the Journal-World, curates Kansas poetry with both new and previously published pieces, featuring authors from Harry Kemp to Kate Stephens and more, aiming for a prizeworthy collection.
J E Daniels of Clinton files a new suit against Dick Bros seeking six thousand dollars claiming loss of his wife’s services during illness. The case is brought in Atchison with principals witnesses and attorneys present there for trial. The local opinion largely favors the defendants.
Commissioners say the garbage collection contract between the city and Gillon and Snyder is illegal because two members knew nothing of it before the first payment bill. Judge Clark’s ruling is due Thursday, while the board asserts no case against the city while the contract stands illegitimate.
Secretary Sparks of the Merchants went to Kansas City to arrange for special attractions for a fashion display. He expected to return on the noon train but was unable to do so. Two divorce suits were filed in district court: Alice Clark sued John Clark for divorce, and Mary Hughes filed suit for divorce against Albert Hughes.
County superintendent C. B. Hawley is out visiting rural schools this week and will not be in his office until Saturday.
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