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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1908
Page
1
An undisclosed sales pitch invites prospects to the Gulf Coast on Tuesday the 15th to see an investment proposition claiming abundant rainfall, no irrigation, and potential rapid gains. The missive emphasizes a near-certain doubling of money within a few years. It urges rounding up 25 participants.
Representative D R Anthony renews efforts to secure a 110 mile military road between Forts Leavenworth and Riley. He cites economy and maneuvers needs, with convict labor from Leavenworth penitentary, backed by the War Department and Justice Department support and by Calderhead and Senators Long and Curtis. The Washington gathering on waterway development featured Vice President Fairbanks and Ambassador Bryce. Marion township J E Smith road petition approved. Frank Williams arraigned for attempted robbery, trial set Friday.
Tonight in Lawrence a local pride Nash Walker, once a bootblock on the streets, returns to the stage after years of success. The public welcomes back the familiar, good-natured performer with hometown warmth and high hopes for his appearance.
Harry Kemp headlines a charity entertainment in Lawrence, drawing a large crowd and encores. The K U Glee Club and Dalton Trio also perform strongly, with Miss Gertrude Mossler and Mr Kemp delivering dramatic readings. Receipts total 72.25, to be donated to Associated Charities. thanks extend to Mr Bowersock for the opera house.
Kansas City dispatch lists wheat futures with bids for December and May, cash quotes for No 2 hard and red, corn prices including mixed and white, oats and rye figures, plus Timothy and prairie hay ranges. Cattle and hog receipts are given with native steers, cows, stockers, feeders, bulls and calves price bands. local ads note goods from Raymond's Drug, crafts and Indian goods, clothing, and services at various Mass Street shops.
For sale items include a New England Organ in walnut case at 818 Tenn St or 727 Mass St, a two seated carriage for one horse at Hunsinger's livery stable on Mass St, a Jersey cow at 313 Rhode Island St, Thera pin at opera house on Mass St, sale details left at 1247 Ohio, and Kodak items plus souvenir books at Raymond's Drug Store with assorted prices and sales.
The Christiana Christian Church plans dedication of a new Berkley and Kentucky street building after years of effort. Dr F M Rains will deliver the dedicatory sermon and the Bible school expects nearly 500 attendees. The church, organized January 12 1884, has grown under Pastor Milton and a cash gift funded construction. The edifice adds about 35000 to city property value.
Louis Pratt self styled Adam God lies wounded in hospital after a clash with police leaving 13 year old Lulu Pratt and Patrolman Albert Dalbow dead. Another two officers critically injured. Suspect James Sharp, aka Elijah II, at large after briefly surrendering then leaving with revolver. Other items note Castro voyage, local sales, and ads.
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