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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1916
Page
9
Police haul in four collie dogs with torn ears this morning, keeping one at the station while they search for an owner who may claim it. Also as story, Mrs Moore of this place promotes Cardui tonic for weak women with claims of relief and strength.
The Lawrence National Bank reports a year end total of nearly 1.4 million in deposits, surpassing one million for the first time. The bank cites safe, conservative methods and predicts continued prosperity, thanking patrons as Christmas and New Year greetings go out. Officers include J. D. Bowersock president and I. J. Meade vice president with staff from various local businesses.
The Tonganoxie Country Club held an all day gathering at Mrs Mary Loomis home. An elaborate four course dinner was served at noon with red cyclamen decor. Officers elected for the coming year include President Charles Himnel Vice President Howard Moore Secretary Denhohn. Next meeting set for January 17 at Mrs Howard Moores home. Members present included John Todd and Mrs William Freienmuth.
Local Congregational church plans Christmas Day program with songs readings and class exercises. A cross will replace the usual Christmas tree and gifts will be heaped at its foot as part of the observance.
E C Bussing of Grant Township offers elm fuel by hauling to those in need during cold weather. He operates five miles north of Lawrence and can be reached by Bell phone TOL N2. J F Brock provides eye treatment and glasses at 802 Mass. Geo Leis of the Bowersock Building handles real estate and fire insurance with experience in Lawrence’s growth.
Will Johns at the University Meat Market promotes phone orders with the same care as in person. He emphasizes high quality meats and neat shop presentation. Johns thanks customers for their patronage over the past year and wishes a merry Christmas.
Sovereign Chocolates at Dick Bros. Holloway and Jones announce a new Holloway and Jones Grocery location at 1851 Massachusetts in South Lawrence. The store offers a full line of groceries fresh fruits and vegetables and pledges complete satisfaction for patrons in the growing south town. The owners thank customers for their past year’s trade and extend season’s greetings.
In Boston a group of patriots expresses by mid December their wish to prove fitness for service by taking posts as post masters or in other light employment. The note references Christmas candy makers, including Boston Confectionery, as part of support activities.
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