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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1912
Page
3
The Freer collection hangs on the west wall with a large landscape and a famous “Reflection” by Randall. The show features Mora’s “The Commuters” and “Studio Tea” with about a dozen figures, plus a noted piece “A Summer Night” by Foote. Critics note varied opinions on appeal but praise the humane portrayal and atmospheric scenes.
The fire picture draws attention as an acclaimed work in the Whistler collection. Gard ner Symonds’s Deep Snow scene appears real across a valley with snow covering land and trees. Lawrence hosts H. Woerpel February 15 to discuss Whistler and the painter’s influence, with additional talks on February 13 and 15. The Pine Arts school exhibits student works, including pieces by Miss Laeile Brown and Miss Alice Underwood, reflecting local talent.
Five Baker University students formed a Gospel team and spent a weekend in Endora Kansas holding evangelistic meetings. Eleven converts were reported Sunday night. Team members include a banker’s son and future Baker graduate, plus others pursuing journalism, business, and ministry. The Y M C A plans repeat trips sending out representative students to nearby towns.
A garbled note describes a questionable request to “send in the sign below your name and address” on a paper slip. It mentions a Pyramid Blagy and a “Marshall” with a sample and a 30 cent payment, indicating a potential fraud or hoax scheme.
Kansas Public Utilities Commission ruled it will deny certificates for new electric power ventures in already served areas. Parsons Electric Railway Light Co sought permission to build in Parsons, arguing public convenience. the commission found existing service adequate and declined the certificate. The case, argued January 5, centered on competition versus adequate local utility coverage.
The ad urges expectant mothers to prepare their bodies before birth and credits Mothers Friend with reducing pain, supporting ligaments, preventing numbness, and aiding recovery. It promises a speedy, complete postnatal recovery and offers a free book for expectant mothers from Madfield Regulator Co.
The commission rules the city lacks power to regulate the Parsons light and power issue. The utility and taxpayers can appeal, but the board determines that permitting another company to operate an electric light business in Parsons would not promote public conveniences. The application of F.E. Workman is denied.
Cattle at Kansas City Markets show a 21 percent drop from the prior year with 12 000 fewer head, western markets down by F84 000 year over year. hogs and calves gain though overall receipts remain tight. Beef steers command top prices with several regional influences boosting values. sheep and lambs slip modestly while demand stays cautious. Moderate receipts expected through February as market players seek guidance while price activity stabilizes.
Aminta Jane Milligan born September 2 1833 spent early years near New Philadelphia Tuscarawas County. She studied at New Stacerstown and Beatty’s Female Seminary graduating 1857. Married Robert Knox McCartney May 22 1800, moved to Grasshopper Falls Kansas in 1863. Journey included rail to St Louis steamboat to Leavenworth and wagon passage with an Oskaloosa man. Helped found private and first public schooling in Grasshopper Falls later Valley Falls. Her life in eastern Kansas in the 1860s showed two defining traits of her character.
Mrs Edward Bumgardner of Lawrence Kansas died January 25 1912 after a long life of active church work and unselfish service. She joined the church in girlhood and remained prominent in services. her last words were tender to her husband and two daughters Ethel and Mrs Bumgardner. Her devotion and singing in the Twenty third Psalm marked the end of a life of faith.
Atlanta Feb 6 Charles W Morse the New York banker who was released from a federal prison after serving two years of an 11 year sentence is said to be able to travel and will leave within two days for New York Mrs Morse declined to confirm the report but said the plan was to go east within the next two weeks since his release from Fort McPherson hospital Morse condition has been slowly but steadily improving
In Topeka on February 6, attorneys for Mrs. Carrie E. Cope alleged her $50,000 libel suit against Bishop David H. Moore lacks grounds. They filed a demurrer in the United States district court instead of an answer, awaiting Judge Pollock’s ruling. If sustained, the move could largely dismiss the case. the action, initially in Shawnee county district court, was removed to federal court after service on the bishop. Arguments on the demurrer may occur at the April term.
A reflective note on gender talk patterns. The text argues that women speak more openly, while some men struggle to express their desires. It highlights social dynamics where communication styles shape interactions and expectations.
A fragmentary letter from Chandler Oklahoma features Mrs Elly Flowers praising Cardui for relief from womanly weakness. The note claims strong improvements after use, noting weight gain and overall vitality. The message promotes Cardui as a remedy and urges readers to try it.
A man finds he can shape outcomes to his liking and quickly adopts an optimistic view to ease any dissonance. The feeling arises from mastering ability and the belief that effort aligns with favorable results.
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