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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1907
Page
4
The Keister Dressmaking school at 736 New Hampshire Street advertises automatic tuckers and drafting and sewing department inducements for the next thirty days. It lists Wall paper patterns from Wall's Book Store and mentions associated contacts and local businesses in the area.
Woodward and Co. stocks Johnson Floor Treatment goods and Acme Color Co. household paints in small cans. Murphy's varnishes, Alabasting and Moresco, and Best Liquid Paints are advertised for spring cleaning at Round Corner.
The Journal apologizes to a county official over a misrepresented story published by an assistant secretary of the M C A. It states no county official charged three dollars for fifty cent work and calls the piece a harmful joke that should have been explained and corrected.
Alaska refrigerators and Enamel and Opal lined Herrick refrigerators, Direct Action gas ranges offered. Also plants and bulbs at Home Store 1105 Massachusetts, Baby Ribbon Cigarage, and assorted wall paper. Ads promote sundries, bikes, books, and safes with local businesses like Wolf's Book Store and Atlas.
Under Sheriff Ray arrested Mrs Mollie Stuart and Jacob Winters at Ottawa on perjury charges tied to the Stuart hog stealing case. Winter remains jailed. Stuart posted bond. Frank Belineck also faces perjury charges with a hearing tomorrow. The case may influence the Selineck murder inquiry in Franklin County.
A garbled classified note suggests selling various house items at a bargain and urges placing a want ad in the Lawrence Journal to reach a buyer. The fragment mentions a buyer, a hamlet, and minimal details about the sale.
Local notice advertises towel sales for house keepers and hotels. Towels measure 38 inches by 14 inches and priced for quick sale beginning Saturday morning. Limited to 100 dozen, not available wholesale. Look in the south window at New Marks.
A fragmented report suggests officials weigh a potential pardon for Collins while Governor Hoeh questions circumstantial evidence and contemplates the case anew amid political pressure and ongoing inquiries.
Card of thanks from the family of Mr and Mrs John Wiichi ams expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death. The notice also mentions a local business advisory about fudge, real estate listings with Hosford Investment Co, and packing and shipping services by Lawrence Transfer Co with a note of responsibility.
Railroads offer open rate plus one third for the round trip to the festival with fares effective February 1, 1907 from points in Kansas east of a north south line through Dodge City and Norton to Kansas City and St Joseph Missouri. Excursion tickets good May 8 to 10 and return by May 11 1907. Atlas advised for homeward routes.
Street letter from a vendor complains they cannot supply enough meat and vegetables for customers. They turn people away daily and advise arriving early to ensure a vegetable or vegan option. They warn that even the last lunch route receives the same limited attention due to shortages.
The bridge will be closed tonight as repairs begin at dawn with limited access. A special sale of twelve Teswels occurs at the end of the bridge area. Opera House presents The Midnight Flyer on Saturday night with bright comedy and striking effects designed to thrill audiences.
Last week of exhibit notes a sale happening at 903 Mags street with bold prompt to pay less for the best on the market. The quirky ad blends a gallery context with a shoe shop street setting, implying a promotional event combining art and retail.
April 17 notice states AXON Newinal, first published law order by Probate Court of Teng County. Lawrie Dail estate appoints A. Kelly as executor with will annexed. The document urges timely action to avoid costs and ensure proper administration among heirs and community.
The Tabernacle Revival continued with nine new members yesterday bringing total membership to 139 and signaling growth to 200 or more. Pasteur Milton’s church operates on direct gift funding, keeping no ticket sales or outside solicitations, and shows strong support for mission work and special projects.
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of Mrs. C B Mustard at a local cemetery service. The readable text mentions funeral arrangements and a seating or seating plan at the site, with garbled references to a person named Mire and suggests a family notice in a late edition.
In Police Court Peston Wielen faced fines for unspecified offenses. The report mentions a misprint of names and scattered local notices about individuals, a home incident at 211 Chest Street, and items left in a rest room. Also notes on Frank Leni and a community art exhibit with a festival chorus tonight. Paint product ads claim Lucas Tinted Gloss Paint resists chalking and crumbling.
A telegram from Rev. Frank E. Saunders announced that Tim could not leave Boston to help with the Bible Institute starting Friday, forcing cancellation as no outside talent could be secured. The notice notes the institute would have been unusually successful. A sewing machine pitch follows, offering equipment to boost work efficiency with a motor for ironing.
El Gore left for Charlotte South Carolina while ACT Meyer departed for Reyenne Wyoming. To Russell headed to Denver Colorado and Wes Tucker spent the day in Baldwin. Mrs Amidst Swateson and John Nace visited with Mrs P L Meterson and prepared for trips to Seattle or Meluin. Mrs O Wo McAllister and others plan to visit Vinlund to see Geo Kelly Jones Th Wadker and more as they travel via Lawrence toward Breña Vista Colorado.
Wheat futures show May and July bids around 1.60 to 1.70 with notes on higher Chicago figures. Corn and oats listed with May and July contracts. Pork and cattle receipts noted with beef around 5.00 to 5.50 and top cattle prices near 6.75, feeder values and stockers mentioned.
Step into our Suit Room to view desirable suits and expert tailoring. A reduction of one-fifth from regular prices on all Lace Curtains. Our window hangings stock is unusually complete and attractive at Dow.
Our Dress Goods Bulletin lists 58 inch blue and gray suitings at 1.00 to 1.25 per yard, Black Voiles at 0.75 to 1.50, Choice Foulard Silks in new shades at 0.85, Black Peau de Soie double faced at 2.00, Moneyback Taffeta Silks 1.65, and yard wide Black Taffeta at 1.00 to 1.25 per yard.
Cables grow upon French leaders of the male. Chiffon broad worth combined with chiffon or net plain or figured makes a dainty gown for formal functions. The princess skirt pairs with a figured chiffon blouse and insertion band with large buttons. A puffed sleeve and looped draping reveal a lace over chiffon inner sleeve. One piece lingerie frocks emphasize neck finish with plaited ruffles over transparent lace. White chip hat features green ribbon velvet and American beauty roses.
A stream of local notices promotes Boughton’s 1029 Mass St with Briar and Mersebaum pipes, W. L. Douglas shoes via Abe Wolfson, Red Men carnival May 13 to 18, Wiedemann’s popcorn chips chocolate and beverages, Smith’s News Depot sweater vests and Puff cigars, Keister Dressmaking 736 New Hampshire gown sales, and chocolate mints for parties, plus various small promotions and brand mentions.
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