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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1906
Page
4
A mixed page item notes a banking appeal inviting deposits and loans from Morrison & Lamson Lawton, plus a local summer bowling tournament nearing the final night at Merchants Alleys. Gustafson leads by one game, with Barger tied for second. No schedule in August. fall and winter play begins in September.
Car listing for a Jocomobile steam runabout advertised as in good running order with extras. Describes smooth, gearless operation with throttle speed control, notes no vibration and easy handling, but owner has no time to use. price 235 dollars. Paul A Dinsmoor.
Promotes travel to Colorado with low round trip rates via Union Pacific and mentions Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Advertises local amenities including cream sodas, ice cream, a talking machine shop, and a jukebox supplies service. Notes Atlas mortgage payments and home viewing in a fragmented advertisement style.
Work In North Lawrence an The gas company under fta franchise is obiged to lay so many feet of gas pipe to a certain number of con sumers. It is putting in even more pipe s than the franchise calls for due to soft sandy soil and few obstructions. Corner Grocery, 1303 Kentucky Street.
Lawrence store marks one year in business with Buck's Band performing from 7:30 to 10 pm in front of the shop. Proprietor Allendorph will distribute 400 pounds of candy to Lawrence schoolchildren between 4 and 6 pm, offering half pound packages, one per child. Also notes boat trip to New Orleans planned for next week.
A fragmented Kansas City era column lists new Bell Telephone subscribers with names and addresses such as Baker J, Presty miley Main 1057. Calitred Mrs Jennie rea 67 Elm. Malin Clarke 1210 Ohio. Decker Char E Main 1344. Hill J W Main 433. McKay Wm res W Warren Main 208. The page quotes a police remark on the difficulty of describing a person, mentions a postmaster’s anecdote, and advertises upholstery services, supplies, and local businesses with addresses and prices. It closes with notices about a city rally, a new undertaker location, lending terms, and ads for cigars, toothpaste, soaps, and various home goods.
An aging letter discusses neglected water tanks, urging thorough washing and drying to curb germs despite clean interiors. It notes banks use coolers, advocates universal use of pure-water dispensers, and cites Blackberry Balsam as a remedy. It also questions emancipation proclamation celebrations and proposes a standard commemorative day.
Marshal Kincaid leads enforcement as dog tax payments surge. Wallace Pringle fined 15.50 plus tax after resisting payment. Twenty two dogs already shot as police clear streets of roaming canines. Market reports note home grown grapes and peaches with prices cited. Local notices include sales and product ads ranging from shoes to furniture ending August 10.
The Lawrence Committee met at A Whitman’s FAA room to finalize Old Home Week events. The first week in October will feature illuminated runs, exhibitions, drills, and a fremen convention, with one day set aside for firemen. The committee aims to surpass last year’s success and make Lawrence a modern, up-to-date town.
From San Francisco to New York in 15 days is the target for Whitman Carissa who will depart today in a six cylinder automobile. The notice highlights cool evenings easing the hot days and promotes local services including Aileen for gas and electric lighting with house wiring and repairs.
A morning parade by the police in full regalia drew many small boys and broad street attention. The group, photographed at Misa Shane's gallery, included city officials George Wavis and Judge Menger. A new stock of premiums arrives at the tea and coal store on Warren Street.
The fragment discusses telephone wires and civic sentiment, with stray items on navigation safety devices, ocean depths, and social humor. It notes a storekeeper and a tale of public desire for compounding by use of telephones, plus assorted jumbled items on navigation gear and polite conversation across a table.
An advertisement lists best grade office supplies including Paragon and Webster Star Band products, Faber and Dixon Pew ell s, carbon papers in all colors, and weluben. It promises assistance in obtaining a Remington typewriter.
An old classified-style ad touts items for sale and health remedies. It mentions Blackberry and King for diarrheas, infant foods from Woodward & Co, and milks from Wisconsin. It also promotes massages, Turkish and medicated steam baths at 816 Vermont Street with expert attendants and bath services to Lawrence.
A fisherman reports an unusual fishing season with catfish beginning to bite after two months of poor perch catches. He notes the fish look lean and underfed. The dam area has seen strong results, with eight four pounders landed in a single night. Nearby, ads promote bath suits, ladies bathing caps, and high quality horses, with prompt telephone service.
Piano listing offers a quarter-sawed oak colonial chest with 216 model or price details. Payment terms show 10 down and 4 percent monthly interest.
A mixed page item shows parcel and service ads, local bridge plans, appeal for homes for orphans, a hairdresser ad, and a bridge repair note. Also includes Kansas City market quotes for cattle hogs and grains with assorted prices and dates referenced. Names include A L Fisher, Rev J Cherchard, Mary Keeny, T F Conklin, and W RK GC.
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