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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1907
Page
4
The governor directs inquiry into whether current penalties and terms for inmates meet state standards. He asks for detailed comparisons with other states to gauge if Kansas leads in harshness or fairness of the prison system.
Senator Waggener of Atchison proposes a two percent interest guarantee on all deposits held in national banks and state banks. The plan would pool interest into a single fund to back stop depositors, with state level deposits similarly guaranteed via a central account with the state treasurer. The text also advertises local shop windows and goods on Mass Street.
Warranty deeds record transfers in Baldwin and Reno Douglas counties with parcels on Lincoln Street and Lot 90. multiple parties including Jas F Riley, Parmely, and Nelson Riet identified. A long real estate snippet lists adjacent blocks, tracts, and rights of way for Santa Fe and Topeka Western lines.
A railroad train sighting inspired Mr. Tucker to fix an uncomfortable collar button. He observed a groom and bride on a wedding day and noted the button at the back of the neck pressing and causing discomfort. He devised a button with no dimensions to avoid neck pressure and patented the idea.
The narrator reflects on John Shimmons and Jim Lane as figures from Emporia's past in a musing piece. It recalls a misty river crossing, devotion to public figures, and a hope that both men rest in the afterlife alongside other notable locals.
The sweetest and most charming woman of the American stage Ade Thurston performs the strongest part she has ever attempted in The Girl From Out Yonder a comedy with pathos and dramatic interest. Show at Bower sock opera house Thursday December 26 with prices 25 to 1.50.
Wanted to buy for cash a six five Quincy streets eet et an 5 not more re oairs wert or te blocks et et Maa street CH Daugherty.
The Elks held a Christmas event at the Nickel Theatre with a tree lighting at 10 o’clock. Supplies for children included 3 outfits, 4 coats, 12 cloths, 15 toques, 59 pairs mittens, 274 apples, 360 bananas, 140 pounds of water, and 150 desserts. An entertainment preceded a labeled presents distribution with the Elks serving as the committee.
Aine Lor notes the Kansas State Teachers’ meet in Topeka with sessions on December 20 27 and 2. Speakers include Dey Charles Kins Nostuuy Dr Charles J Vantise and Dr DW Myers. Also mentions Kirby discounts and local ads for wares at The Wardrobe and Bell-Metcalf.
Contest closes January 7 1908 for estimates of Storer Buggies built in 1907. Judges canvass numbers for nearest correct guess to win a free buggy, second best wins a $25 Merry-Go-Round. Sealed ballot box at the store, key kept at the World office.
The notice advertises Bell-Metcalf Implement Co products including gold wonds and cut Clare and Silver ware at Kirbys and Cuddy's Baby. It promotes a new jet at Gayles 725 Mags street and cigars for $1 in air-tight tins. Contains holiday goods and perfumes at Kirby Drug and Jewelry Store with a December 26 engagement by Miss Adelaide Thurston in Lawrence.
A writer notes the Christmas paradox near the Pacific midline explaining how crossing the 180th meridian on a voyage from Vancouver toward the Orient would skip a calendar day. An expert explains time zones and Greenwich noon reveal Christmas would vanish from the calendar for travelers crossing westward.
Cloud county heirs sought division of Orrin E. Bennett’s property on a death presumption. The court ruled absence for seven years allows only a presumption of death, not proof, noting domicile change and unexplained absence do not confirm death. The piece also notes commercial items at local depots and gift lines offered nearby.
Professor Sayre testified that two poison samples sold by Clarence Young a Topeka druggist led to two guilty verdicts. Sayre analyzed the goods in court confirming the charges as the first conviction under the Pure Drug Act. The decision is expected to have statewide impact.
A quiet Christmas in Lawrence with most stores closed at noon and few shoppers. Churches held scheduled services and Santa Claus visited several locations to bring happiness. All public businesses were closed for the day.
The note claims twelve jailed individuals with John Cain paid out last night. The sheriff fed the prisoners, who were described as happy given current conditions. The text also promotes the Chile and Oyster Parlor at 720 Mass, inviting patrons to visit.
Readable fragment notes ramnants of embroideries and rib bons exhibited at a home store display. The item list hints at textile crafts and decorative trims for domestic use.
The Inter State Literary society plans a large gathering in Lawrence Kansas with speakers and performances. Notables include Rev. Devori, Miss Beat, Professor Gerald, and many local organizers from Topeka Des Moines and Kansas City. The program spans Thursday and Friday with musical orchestras poetry contests and lectures.
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