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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1908
Page
4
Kansas Bhat Tigers took the first of a two game series from Missouri by a tight 21 to 20 score. First half ended 10 to 8 as KU rallied in the second period with decisive late play. The Jayhawkers host Missouri again next contest.
Shiraz reports indicate fair to mild conditions with light winds and a slight cooling trend tonight. Kansas forecasts call for cooler temperatures and unsettled air as a cold front approaches.
DF Palmer, a graduate from the key Schel fifteen years ago, has been named a partner in the firm Gleed & Gleed of Topeka, reflecting a milestone within the local legal practice.
The Star skating rink opposite the courthouse offers a beginners class with a qualified instructor from 9:30 to 11 each day except Mondays and Saturdays. Afternoon sessions run 2:00 to 5:30 with 25 cents skating for adults and 5:30 to 6:30 for schoolchildren. Evening session 7:30 to 10:00 bans under 14. Seating 26 cents. ladies free, gentlemen 10 cents. Manager EL L. Sweet.
Dr Mullins, president of the Baptist Theological Seminary Louisville, will deliver the commencement sermon at the University of Ranges on June 7. He is widely known in the South for his theological work and oratory.
Public notices invite interest in a March 3 sermon by Dadieaar Bischoff at the New England Spinsters Plymouth Congregational Church, promising feats of spiritual mediumship. Also noted are stockyard updates by M. B. Ray, Valentine post cards at Roughton's, and piano pupils in residence at Phipps studio with contact details.
Classified note from Sutton Farm Lawrence Kansas offering mules and horses for sale. Mentions mule colts weighing about 1,700 pounds and four driving horses with a large bred mare. Brief ad-style sale pitch highlighting bargains.
Mercy Bridge Whist club hosts Mrs Bradley and guests. Genevieve Lichtenwalter gives recital at Miss Thompson’s home. Jolly Eight Embroidery club holds all day session with elaborate buffet. Birth day club dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Murphy. eighteen members present. Mrs Glaser of St Louis attends as substitute. St Louis guest entertained by WE Don Carlos with luncheon and hosting ladies including Cohn Guenther and Hines. Lawrence wedding at Blue Spruce Creek near Lawrence features Miss May Josephine H and Mr Samuel Edward Seetin with formal reception and bridal tour. bride Miss Hoyt and groom from Douglas county joined by guests Jennie and Mary Wilkinson and Genevieve Lichtenwalter.
Sports notes indicate Merchants teams face Rithne and Berger, with high scores and a May date for a breaker. A Lawrence Lodge entry recalls a boy honored for academic effort, promised an automobile by his father if he excelled in school.
A traveling observer at the Eldridge notes spring and summer fashion shifts. Stripes lead shirts and suits with up and down patterns in brown, tan, and green tones. Vests, neckties slim, and lighter fabrics prevail as reliable options for men’s apparel.
Don Roberts offers to start the subscription with a contribution of 50 cents. The drive aims to cover the cost of matting the workroom to reduce noise from a bare floor and improve comfort and efficiency for workers. The plan seeks broader support and a quick start.
Civil Service exam scheduled March 4 for eligibility in municipal service. Age limit 25 to 45. married women barred. Unmarried women may be admitted as clerks. height must be at least 3 feet 6 inches. weight up to 120 pounds. Applicants must be free from issues with shoes and feet.
Entertainment item notes the Agent to be given by the Fairview Mandolin school event postponed from Saturday evening February 1 due to bad weather and rescheduled for Friday night at seven with venue unclear and author unspecified.
A fragmented note describes Cusiatsen asserting daily orders for jewelry and a KU, vetting purchases over the counter and by mail. It implies a trusted jeweler handling mail orders from regular customers who recognize his reliability, even when buyers are not present in person.
Purely personal items noting illnesses and visits from residents and visitors. Miss Minnie Elder is ill. many residents travel to Kansas City, Ottawa, Topeka, and Salina for business or visits. Several names, trips to involve automobile show attendance, family visits, and a 1850 marriage remembered with a family dinner.
The Suit Room introduces new styles in ladies suits skirts and jackets. Selling is easy and invites shoppers to view. Lawn waists lace trimmed button back short sleeves priced at 1.50 for 75 cents and white linen waists alco mercury treated at 2.75 valued at 149.
A watch repair shop pledges a square deal and honest service. They claim expertise to fix watches properly and offer free follow up if minor issues arise after repair, inviting customers to return for assessment at no charge.
The Travelers' Protective Association backs a congressional bill to force railroads to buy steel cars and retire old stock within ten years, with a uniform signal system. It cites ICR casualty figures and 1903–1906 deaths and injuries to urge safety reforms, noting underreporting by some lines. Kansas City stockyards report mixed cattle, hogs, and lamb dynamics, with prices and stock movements amid a cautious market outlook.
Independence Reporter notes Johnson receives long letter from his son Martin aboard Jack London’s world voyage in the fifty foot launch Snark. Martin’s diary runs Oct 7 to Jan 7, describing delays near Tahiti and a safe Tahiti arrival followed by San Francisco arrival of Mr. and Mrs. London.
In the Lawrence Basketball League next Saturday evening K U Sophomores clash Juniors at University, Business College faces Y M C A at Association Building, High School meets Indians, Turners play K U Freshmen. Neither MC A nor KU Juniors have lost. they meet in the Association gym to contest the league championship. Both squads boast fast players.
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