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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1912
Page
3
Woman shoppers browse the ribbon department for Dresden and fancy ribbons priced 25c per yard to 106 per bolt. Five inch messaline and taffeta ribbons 25c per yard. Capes and gloves highlighted with price ranges from $1.25 to $3.75. Neckwear, silk umbrellas, and satin ties showcased as holiday gifts with multiple price points.
Short interview with Danish violinist Skovgaard, ahead of Fraser Hall concert tonight. He stands 6 feet 3 inches, weighs 260 pounds, keeps his Stradivarius under his bed and left hand insured for 50,000. He tours America since October from Chicago, returning to Copenhagen after a season in Europe, with Mary Heness and Alice McClung traveling with him when their train wreck near Atlanta delayed plans.
A scrambled list shows residents and visitors in Lawrence with trips to Eldorado Blue Rapids Kansas City Topeka and Denver among others. Names include W A Stevens M L Sage Carl Logan Floyd Lawrence Ben Marshall Wade Riggs Miss Myra Kelly Chinnhins Mrs David Lewlands and Mrs ALB Young with several departures and hurried arrivals noted.
Woodward & Co offers a full Christmas stock including Eastman Kodaks and Premos with ample supplies. A film developing tank is popular among Kodak owners and is suggested as part of a festive holiday purchase. The store highlights perfumery and hair brushes as top lines and invites customers to select items now.
Miss Tess Brechen arrives in Kansas City with Misa Hutin Pitterson warming the scene for Jacksonville visitors. After a brief stay, Brechen plans to reform to his home as residents note the season’s bustle and local papers promote Christmas subscriptions and news depots.
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