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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1908
Page
4
Partly cloudy tonight with showers in the east. Sunday will be fair and cooler. Forecast mentions thermometer and barometer readings, humidity and wind data, with light rain in a four hour window.
The Associated Charities of Lawrence appeals for winter clothing including items for children and women. The president J. R. Coffman asks residents to notify him promptly with contributions to conclude the season’s effort, while local merchants announce goods and services.
Sunday menu lists Cratny of Corn Soup Salad et Celery and Apples Baked Chicken Roast Beet Vegaf Mutton with Cranberr y Mashed Potatoes Green Peas Baked Sweet Potatoes Radishes Stewed Tomatoes Sweet Pickles and a Crepe Cake Tea Milk. Big Joe tied to a five year stand weighs and stands up lands. Big Joe search of 1908 at John Fritzel’s farm southwest of Lawrence. The money due insures final payment or recovery from the county. John Fritzel.
The John Doe family drew police court attention with two twins appearing for minor offenses and remarks about drinking. Hospital returnees and a serious condition of a man connected to a local business were noted, while a Kansas City musician impressed at a residence and a local butcher advertised meat from a shop on Bridge Street.
In Whe poll the Archers meet Eudora Digh in a Thursday night exhibition. The junior players and Nelse Ockerblad are noted among those preparing. The Bible elitcs will continue meetings as part of the event.
At the Aurora Theater this week master Paul Schoene and associates appear in a domestic troubles scene involving Mr and Mrs Brown. Illustrated songs and moving pictures are shown with season spring suits advertised from Schulz's tailor. Piano tuning by E H Harding now in Lawerene offering tone and repair services. Bell phone 152. Residence 1133 RE
A long list of local church services outlines morning and evening worships across Unitarian Trinity Pilgrim Congregational Free Methodist Salvation Army and several others. It notes ministers speakers and hymns with schedules for Sunday schools prayer meetings and special programs.
Judge Smart denies the habeas corpus application for Sehneck and Mrs. Stewart after in chambers consideration. TB Melvin, attorney, plans to seek Supreme Court relief. Separate notices promote Olson Bros plumbing and Norris Carriage Co offers, with Hodges fashion and news depot items interspersed.
Two 3 acre tracts offered at 125 dollars per acre near Tilt mile north of water, Sinclair notes no objections to independent candidate O J Womls for Fifthy ward council seat. Morning meeting held with no formal objections. electricity mentioned as selling point. Brown Bread Ice Cream promotion at Wiedemann's. Newborn at Dr and Mrs Frank Strong household. Gustafson examines eyes.
The ad showcases light striped Panamas and taffeta lined jackets from 13.50, novelty striped wool suits at 16.50, and panama and fancy striped suits up to 42.00. It notes terms, colors, and fabrics, mentions remaining twelve shoeys until Easter, and promotes free fitting days with Miss Adélaide during a one week appointment period.
Joseph A Poff longtime Lawrence resident dies after a long illness funeral held at 4 PM at home with G A R services. Born October 9 1841 near Baltimore Ohio he served in the Civil War and later became a druggist in Indiana Kansas and finally Lawrence. He leaves a widow a son Alonzo M and a daughter Grace E.
Benjamin Palmer, known for a junk line, was found selling liquor at 613 Mass street. Law officers seized whiskey and beer after a raid and Palmer posted a $200 bond to appear in court Thursday while pleading not guilty. He is an old offender tied to a prior confrontation with Charlie Kincaid last year.
The Lawrence City Federation of women’s clubs holds its spring session on Thursday afternoon April 9 at the small F. A. A Hall. Round Table club leads the program with Prof. Robert Duncan delivering a lecture on Perfumery followed by musical numbers from Haskell Mandolin club Mattie Peake May Guyon Margaret Peake Stella Robbins and other performers. All federation members are invited.
The C. W. B. S. of the Christian Church met yesterday afternoon at Mrs. H. C. Patterson's home. A full business meeting and good program followed with Mrs. Wilhite presenting a paper on India. Master Paul Tidrow and Miss Draper sang, prayer closed the meeting, then a social hour and refreshments.
The Humane Society will meet at the YMCA on Monday at 4 o clock. President Dr. C. Manley is listed. Also mentions Raymond's Liquid Meat Smoker products and eye fittings by Gustafson, plus an appeal to adopt electric lighting as a modern convenience.
The North east Kansas conference branch program outlines Thursday through Sunday sessions with devotions, addresses, reports, and elections. Officers named include President Hattie E. Foes Robinson First VP Laura Meredith and Secretary Belle Crites Nolton.
The funeral for William Bergman who died suddenly yesterday morning will be held at 3 o clock Sunday afternoon from the Live 724 New Hampshire Street Reverend F H Bennett pastor of the Unitarian Church will officiate Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery The casket will be open from 9 to 12 o clock for friends to view the body within those hours
Lawrence Pierson, nephew of Mr and Mrs J W Adams, was taken to Simmons hospital after a sore foot worsened into blood poisoning. The report notes a very serious condition.
Belt Buckles, new Combs, new Bracelets and a large variety at Ed Parsons Jeweler 717 Mang St. Do not misjudge Black Seal quality. Photographs pressed Loomes Studio. The driving season begins. Start it right with rubber tires for your buggy. C G Selusz 1st door west City Hall.
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