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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
4
The forecast from Chicaso notes fair skies tonight with warmer conditions continuing into Tuesday. Temperatures rise modestly, bringing a milder start to the workweek.
The 1400 block on Massachusetts Street in Lawrence sold Saturday for 11000 cash, an advance of 4000 over the prior purchase by IS Armstrong. J C McCanles buys for improvement by the Telford Investment Company. Cement walks, water and sewer connections to follow. New modern dwellings planned in this un Improved, growing residential area.
Charles Brown and Jennie Spencer faced Judge Menger on charges of indecent conduct after arrest in North Lawrence. They pleaded not guilty and were released on bonds of 20 dollars each. trial scheduled for Monday September 7. P Headland charged with drunkenness pleaded guilty and received the usual sentence. Zach Green and others noted for drinking but fines were paid.
The wedding of Miss Blanche Marie Schilling to Owen C. Jones of Everest was announced by her parents, to be held Wednesday evening September 1 at the bride’s home, 714 Minami street. Jones, formerly a KU student, is now in banking at Everest.
A column of brief items lists residents and visitors in Lawrence including C P Dow heading to DeSoto, Henry Ryer and son in Topeka, Mrs Mary V Rice to Denver, H L Swint in town, Isabel Keeler returning from Dundee, Miss Josephine Lowman to Topeka, and many others visiting or traveling to Kansas City Chicago Denver Leavenworth and Boulder.
From Lawrence, Kansas, locals report numerous moves and visits. John F. Smith moves to 932 Maine Street Sedan Kansas. F C Wallon and F C Gamble visit Lawrence. Mrs W McCormick returns to Kansas City. Miss Inez prepares for university. W A Ac e journey west via Yukon exposition. Alaska summer visits noted.
The extract recalls Edinburgh's historic ambiance through Mary Queen of Scots era and a stay in a small room once used as a prison. It notes praise for Edinburgh, its galleries, and antique furniture. The writer mentions two visits to the art gallery and expresses longing to return, fondly describing hotel rooms and old chests.
More than fifty Berkshire stock from Sutton’s farm near Sutton is set for sale. The herd includes Hatcheeshee quality animals, with Colonel Velacineff Fallon acting as auctioneer. The sale site features a large barn space, sawdust ring, and prepared crates for quick shipment to buyers. A strong turnout is expected, aiming for top prices amid a rising market.
THIS WEEK Try a Journal Want Ad. rm and Middleton advertise cement sidewalks at a single price of 10 cents per foot. Includes Rexall Blackberry Cordial and assorted ice creams. Francisco & Todd offer carriage painting and trimming. Vitla Ice Cream flavors and Wiedemann products are sold. Smith's News Depot notes marketing chatter.
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