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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1915
Page
5
A social meeting described as cordial assembled about twenty friends on Rhode Ushi Street. Refreshments were served and the afternoon concluded with a lively, friendly atmosphere. The event included informal remarks and plans, with details kept private by the leader. The meeting was postponed to a future Fourth of July holiday area.
The First Baptist Church presents a Sunday School hour on 20230 focusing on God’s relation to citizenship. Young people organized a program titled “Yur meeting at 7 o’clock” highlighting a Christian faith effort.
Davidson hosted a bright afternoon gathering with a thimble quilt activity honoring Mrs J Vert at Mo Alis ter Okla. The event featured several attendees including Miss Ruth Anderson and Miss Esther Rass while conversations and decorations highlighted community hospitality.
Mrs Louis Glad and children John Mary Chas Brooke depart for California. Thea Poehler Kate O'Donnell leave for New York to enter medical school. Walter McPherson Rudolph Vhrhaah head to Russell Kansas for fieldwork. Martha McCormick and daughter visit, a newborn in the area and other local visits span Kansas City and Lawrence. Many residents plan Fourth of July activities at Forest Lake and Woodland Park while others travel to Harveyville Perry Quinter and St Joseph.
Seasonal goods including Violet and Bath Taleum powders and lotions for sore feet. San-Tox Digestive Tablets and kidney liver remedies claim guaranteed quality. Eau-de-Quinine Hair Tonic priced 50e and $1.09. Store address 742 Mass. St. with phone 537 Beth.
Local residents and visitors plan Fourth of July activities arriving in Kansas City and nearby towns. Mr and Mrs Coffman host family visitors, Mable Reece and Lucy Marley travel for day trips, and several locals head to Chanute and Topeka for court work, business, or visits with relatives.
Grant Township decided to compensate farmers for dike work done two weeks prior in Cant Township. Some farmers offered their labor and teams free, while others urged payment. Officials feared paying all would encourage delays and keep workers ready for future emergencies.
Lawrence faces a surge as Athens Council records the largest membership in its order with 227 new members in 30 days. Canvassers report strong interest from business and women, boosting the lodge and Fraternal Aid Union plans for Pasadena convention. Delegates elected from Kansas cities, Topeka to Newton, highlight widespread participation and organizational growth. A piano showcase at Ackerman's and Kimball brand tuning offers local cultural notes.
A brides to be writes of wedding plans and buying a new sewing machine, praising a 1915 model named The FREE with features like the Rotoscillo Movement and Link Movement. She describes trading an old iron in, the bargain terms, and hopes it will complete their home and happiness as the wedding approaches.
F J Hunt, Lawrence representative of Jenking Sons Music Co, invites buyers to view pianos at 1400 Cann St. Displayed models include Kurtz Mann, established 1545. Contact via phone 127 for inquiries.
Hair brushes combs and tooth brushes along with cold creams and travel tubes are showcased at McCollach’s Cruz Store for vacation needs. The ad highlights a range of everyday items suitable for travelers and seasonal shopping.
Squires the Photographer offers a brisk daily sale of five to five cameras, promoting steady stock and a simple pricing approach. The note highlights consistent hours and a focus on accessible imaging gear for local customers.
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