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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1915
Page
1
French sources cite German losses and claims amid Western Front action. British and French offensives yield casualties and prisoners as Berlin reports losses and troop movements while speculation circles on Bulgarian plans against Serbia and Italian naval activity. Containing mixed dispatches from London Paris and Athens with multiple names and places.
The Kansas National Guard rifle team leaves this evening for a national rifle competition. The squad travels by train toward Lawrence and Kansas City, aiming to perform well after a week of practice amid variable weather.
New York Sept 29 formation of a large syndicate of tankers and banks led by J. P. Morgan Co and associates was begun to finance the war loan. The plan envisions a nationwide network of syndicats in financial centers to place bonds at about 98 with a 2 percent spread to cover expenses and profit. The arrangement aims to mobilize banks from Atlantic to Pacific, with regional groups and sales lines coordinated by the syndicate.
State Convention of Kansas Churches will be held next month in Clay Center. Officials report elaborate preparations by local Baptists to entertain visiting churches. The event brings together Baptist factions from across the state with ample facilities and plans for guests.
A Journal-World report notes the new hospital is open for Burinel with full services claimed, though only a lone painter was seen on interior work. Administrators and the board endorse the plan but acknowledge it faced delays and sparseness in readiness. Reverend D.H. Sill, pastor of Bartton, attends the state conference.
President and educators converge at Haskell Institute as Superintendent Wise discusses the Indian's challenge and potential. Delegates hear that Native peoples can lead in education and industry with the right opportunities, while noting hunger, poverty, and cultural barriers still face communities.
Fragmentary text suggests a Topeka report on a Kansas meeting and remarks by Kansans and Burlingame DC. The garbled lines reference a planned address or program and a meeting held or announced yesterday, with no clear names, dates, or outcomes.
A missive reveals actions by Cisgressmain Lag ed y i avery and others about Miss Myrtle from Bitlis vanished last fall. It notes Armenian reports as overstated, mentions Persis and Constantinople, and references communications with Savatar Thomison and Melville Ei. Stone regarding Miss Shane and related resources of the Associated Press.
State college leaders gather at the university Saturday to discuss administration and policy in a formal meeting. Attendance is expected from presidents across the state, with no special events announced beyond the on campus gathering.
Journal World reports a local offer from the Life Saving Nevices Co to supply a Hingmotor device. The city would pay 9.00 while the World funds 60 of the cost, with the device remaining city property. Dr. G. Wedones of Lawrence Hospital noted the potential saving use.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Bethany College, Miss Belle Lindquest, Miss McPherson, and illness affecting attendance. Context unclear due to corrupted text, but indicates a schedule or attendance note with names and places tied to Bethany College and a possible illness impacting travel or starting a trip.
Governor Capper may be guest of honor for the season opener at the University of William Jewell. A large parade downtown is planned with many students and town residents participating. University Band to lead the march from South Park to the stadium. automobiles and local owners urged to volunteer to help with the parade.
Former residents here Wiurd Cimpinzbant and Samiel Wand, cousins of Almena, travel to Lawrence from 1024 1007 to visit relatives. Protséli went to Kansas in the morning. Guy tig occurred the day.
Report notes possible erection of an elevator at the east of Bridge Street, with tentative plans tied to The project could enhance northyard facilities and future development, though exact timing remains uncertain as officials weigh feasibility and funding.
The piece notes Charles C. Seewir will become postmaster of Lawrence, amid shifts in local civil service roles and government property concerns. It discusses expectations, previous postmasters, and possible impacts on postal staff and federal building operations.
Tomorrow the Vinland fair will showcase entries from all departments. The neighborhood committee reports strong support and favorable comparisons to previous exhibitions. Local growers and stock raisers bring noteworthy displays, highlighting county cooperative spirit and community pride.
Fragmentary OCR shows Herman of Cates Illinois returning to Daras county under unclear terms. He leased land and seeks to buy land, with an eight percent note or stake referenced. Details are incomplete and names may be misspelled.
Rev C J Kephart of Kansas City opens the United Brethren session in Lawrence. The cartel raid left Rev Max Snyder dead. A church is to be dedicated in Snyder's memory at the Massachusetts and Thirteenth streets site. Delegates attend the opening with Bishop Kephart presiding. An evangelistic service and conference sessions follow this afternoon.
The Thursday session features devotional services led by Reverend Wilson and a bishop's address. General and annual conference business includes committee reports and related deliberations. A second devotional at 12 o'clock with E M Bater and a lecture by Dr W Funk concludes the program.
Topeka report shows 2344 paid hotel fees and 1844 hotels taxed as Congdon issues 491 licenses and collects over 1100 dollars in fees. The monthly revenue study lists hotels, apartments, and lodging houses paying assessments with statewide figures for license activity.
The families plan to relocate to Dorraute after leasing land and planting crops. They will spend time in the western part of the state for several years, and will be followed by their kin in a few days.
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