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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1907
Page
4
Chicago reports indicate Kansas will see showers tonight and Tuesday with cooler air, especially in the eastern portion. The item records weather shifts and hints at extended unsettled conditions across regions, affecting plans and daily routines.
Ja F Conklin touts Racreles as quality vehicles and motorcycles to enthusiasts. He highlights hammocks refrigerators porch chairs and gas ranges at EOKE S Economy Store inviting buyers to see his wares.
The Learnard building at 708 710 Mass street offers newly finished and furnished apartments under the Fairfax name. First class appointments with moderate rates by day week or month. Office upstairs. Bell telephone 190. Also Martin Towel and Apron Supply Co promotes savings for malleable apron uses with Lawrence Storm Laundry. Fr A Ewing&apos.s Best Ice Cream available by telephone delivery.
Local ad urges readers to check a refrigerator for ice-wasting efficiency and see demonstrations of new models. It also promotes C. J. Eriksen Krehbiel & Crew real estate offerings and Robertson Undertaking Co funeral services at 803 Massachusetts Street with contact numbers 107 and street address details.
Miss Merle Elder, from Olathe, is identified as the source for a tale that Japanese drew the fort at San Diego. The fragmentary account describes her accompanying a party to the fort, taking photographs under pressure, and the ensuing confusion as the group faced scrutiny and possible punishment.
A guardian offers a reward for information on Irving Davis a white male age eighteen about four feet six inches tall light complexion and light hair working on a farm. The notice lists the guardian J Woolward and mentions a medical practice G A Hamman M D specializing in eye ear nose and throat with an office over Wick's Drug Store.
A university board proposes a registry of on campus approved rooming houses to accommodate students and prevent single sex lodging. The registrar will handle inquiries as parents and others review the list with university approval. Morrison Lem on at 744 Mass. street advertises loans and packing by Lawrence Transfer Co.
A string of lively 19th or early 20th century ads promotes Opera Osse as new management. It lists eateries, retail goods, gas ranges, plants, cigars, root beer, horse boarding, and a shoe store. The noisy city ad batch paints a picture of daily life and commerce on Massachusetts Street with multiple brand names, deals, and household tips.
Social and personal notes from Lawrence feature dozens of visits and travels. Residents including Mrs Morrow, Miss Lacy Wright, Miss Lillian Morris, and Miss Helen Phipps are cited alongside many Kansas City and Topeka trips, with engagements at the Phi Delts and social gatherings noted amid family movements and visits through the region.
Douglas county farmers save time thanks to rural free delivery and telephone orders for repairs. Merchants relay urgent parts to Kansas City if not stocked locally, keeping crews on call and jobs moving. A Friday night drawing rewards attendees, with a plan to keep drawings ongoing and fair for all participants.
Mrs. Walquist aged about 76 died this morning around 4 30 at the home of her son Fred Walquist. The body will be taken to Marglattan for burial. She leaves a daughter Mrs. Miller and two sons John and Pred.
The No. 113 Santa Fe passenger jumped the track near Lakeview Saturday night, shaking up passengers and damaging the baggage car. The train, headed for Lawrence, arrived about six hours late. Dr. E. Smith has moved his office to the Merchants National bank building Bell phone, N. 47.
The Methodist ladies plan a meeting on Wednesday to organize a mile of pennies to carpet their church. A mile equals 5 280 feet and 16 pennies per foot, totaling 4 486 pennies or about 31 dollars and 80 cents. They expect strong support and will hold a tea to raise the coins.
The report notes scarce transactions in Linn and surrounding counties with rising land values and strong demand. KF Grogke of Hosford Investment, a Linn County native, touts farm bargains and appeals to buyers from nearby counties who have already purchased after visiting the listings.
The Daly meeting of the Dotulas County Horticultural Society will be held at the home of A F Griesa on Saturday July 20. Program items include The peach Rotation in fruit crops The dandelion when and by whom was it first brought to Doig County. Forest Bayiuge was prevented by weather but invited the society to its July meeting. Macomb President Samuel Reynolds Secretary
Fragmentary notes describe Jamestown Exposition events in Norfolk and Newark. Mentions New Ni and English Coast scenes with Hine pictures. Indicates irregular scheduling with Monday and Wednesday references and a tentative admission time.
Commissioner Go HL Brune tested threshing Saturday night and reported an average yield of 25 bushels per acre. The grain quality is good. Brune, once a severe flood sufferer, faces scrutiny amid expectations his finances may be questioned.
Miss Martha A Bennett will wed Mr J O Miller of Mesilla Park New Mexico tomorrow evening at 7 30 at the Universal church.
Citizens discuss a proposed liquor ordinance amid heated opinions. The exchange highlights concerns over water safety, public health, and enforcement, with references to mayoral allies, local residents, and potential penalties for drinking. The dialogue underscores community tensions and questions about responsible consumption.
Heavy rain at Tonganosie washed out the wagon bridge over the crevature and damaged USPS track on both sides of the railroad bridge. One tribe suspended and two crews at work repairing the track today. Also notes local ads for stickers, cider vinegar, and clothing bargains at Clifton Hiatt and Wiedemann’s porch goods.
A garbled trade card style notice lists businesses and services including Boyles 725, Schulz Rittner tire advice, Fraternal Aid Building office, and an eye ear nose practice with hours. It mentions 1907 tennis balls and Smith's News Depot, Wiedemann’s Hire’s Root Beer, and urges visitors to sample more variety than others.
The Ringling Brothers troupe showcased lithographs at a Chicago exhibition, with a palace Shah scene receiving first prize. The posters feature Persian artist Toshim inspired imagery, including a riverfront view and a country home, praised for artistic lithographic effects.
A man reports a vivid dream of a burning building and suffocating weight, awakening frightened. He turns on the light and sees a black cat on the window sill, interpreting the scene as omen. He warns that black felines may cross his path with peril.
Foreign mail rates explained by Lawrence post office. Short payment seen in many US letters due to ounce versus half-ounce units for international mail. Five cents per half-ounce or fraction applies and any deficiency must be prepaid or double the amount is demanded before delivery.
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