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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1899
Page
4
The Grand Display and Opening Sale opens tomorrow morning in Lawrence. The store showcases a wide array of novelties and useful items including bronze and bisque figures, china sets, trays, trays, dishes, candle sticks, bowls, cream pitchers, tea sets, cut glass, salt and pepper shakers, and more in a lavish presentation aimed at attracting shoppers.
Beautiful celluloid novelties pocket books umbrellas gloves perfumes and hundreds of other articles suitable for holiday gifts. Goods purchased early with assortments at their best and prices the lowest. Come without fail and view this grand display.
The Kanena University football team and friends held a smoker and banquet at the Merchants Association club house to close the 1899 season. Speakers included L C Foehler, H C Avery, J W Green, W J Coleman, P S Elliott, Naismith, Bennie Owens, and C S Finch. A framed team photo and season record were presented, with a telegram from Congressman J D Bowersock and a note of regret from Prof E D Adams. FOW Barteldes led efforts to organize the event, described as highly pleasant and well received.
Modra Nother notes that her little ones are improved by the pleasant Syrup of Figs when in need of a gentle laxative. Children enjoy it and it benefits them. The true remedy Syrup of Figs is manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co.
The city enacts a curfew requiring youths to be off streets at 8 pm in winter and 9 pm in summer. Law takes effect when Prof Blake’s powerful whistle sounds on the Fower. Police will use judgement with multiple warnings before arrests and jail time for violators. Modern Woodmen officers promote affordable warm horse blankets at Gap Smiths.
A notice notes a purchase of a new overcoat on November 12 and urges shoppers to buy locally at the Hub. It mentions Mayor G. Gould’s business trip to Bastard Springs and Geo H Smith offering winter robes and clothing. it also reminds readers to care for the horse and the man during cold season.
The December city council meeting led by Mayor Gould reviewed November minutes and routine business. Items approved included a sidewalk on New Hampshire Street, a sewer petition, and street paving contracts. The mayor and Dr. Cabill discussed Cuban chickenpox, enforcing quarantine.
A newspaper ad promotes dental services with artificial teeth amalgam and gold fillings, extractions and prices. It also advertises twenty tailor made swallow tail suits and a robe from Geo Smith to keep warm during cold weather. Dr Wheeler operates on Massachusetts Street from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
A state conference of the Daughters of the American Revolution met in Topeka with morning business and an afternoon program led by Mrs Hale, Mrs Barnes, Mrs Lewis, Mrs Miller, and Mrs Morton. A reception followed at Mrs E L Ware’s residence for members and Kansas state society Sons of the American Revolution. The day included numerous social visits, card parties, and a university fire drill demonstration.
Sheriff-elect Elmer Myers announces Link Lysinger as the deputy for his office after January installation. Lysinger is a Clinton township resident and well known in the county. Ika Johnson remains jail turnkey. Citizens are also informed of store consignments, sale plans, and a large scale factory operation starting January 1.
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