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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1910
Page
5
In Kenwood a Prairie avenue pajama party drew nine matrons who wore colorful silks beneath coats, kept secrecy, and sparked chatter about a new social trend. Reporters heard only vague details as guests debated outfits and potential embarrassment.
A Kansas City woman trumped her partner's ace in a neighborhood whist game while her husband’s friend watched, he cursed, and the wife soon filed for divorce. The writer laments the friend's lack of self control and urges good-natured laughter at trumping aces, not loud outbursts.
City jeweler explains two newly made rings for Bohemian women who wear their husbands rings when theirs is lost. He notes custom requires both spouses to wear rings, men buy new ones if lost, women keep husbands, and splicing is sometimes needed to fit. Women are often chagrined by the splicing.
A British naval officer is confronted by two dock laborers who claim to be shipmates from years ago. They recall a shared memory of the officer, teasing him about a past event where one man was hung for three dozen and the other for four, sparking a stunned reminiscence.
Mrs Bridgeton mocks a gambler named Guggins and his wife suspects trouble as she notes his habit of trouncing partners’ aces. The dialogue shows a strained marriage amid a game night dispute over conscience and loyalty.
A humorous snippet questions how a black eye happened with a playful exchange about a hatrack attack. The dialogue alludes to a suffragette, claiming she will not be satisfied until she gains the privilege, in a light satirical tone.
Franck Welch of Pittsburg recently arrived in Mexico City via the National Railway from Laredo after a restless journey across continents. At 41 he has roamed for 16 years, tallying 540000 miles over 110 miles daily, with trips around the world and across the United States. He has been arrested only twice and has kept a vast travel record and languages.
A workman near Colmenar, Spain, unearthed rusty iron chests in a ruined castle dungeon. Experts believe the hoard, dating to Moorish times and linked to 18th century buccaneers, includes old Spanish and Portuguese coins, gold and silver ornaments, vases, jewelry and ecclesiastical plate. Excavations continue under government supervision.
The piece recounts Khartum's emergence after Khedive Mohammed Ali's 1820 invasion of Sudan. At Shendi the ruler's banquet was a trap for officials, who were slain as the army swept the city. Advancing south to the Blue and White Nile junction, Khartoum formed atop a simple riverbank settlement, becoming Sudan's key strategic center.
A New Yorker recounts a humorous miscommunication when a businessman tries to reach Darling by telephone. The call lands on Mrs Biddle’s residence where a maid confirms Tingler and Atherton Biddle are present. The voice misidentification escalates into a witty bridge-side mix up.
A garbled old ad claims a home recipe cures urinary troubles and related symptoms. It offers a free copy by mail from Dr AL b Rolinsen at a Detroit address, promising quick, self-administered relief using only harmless medicines.
The Legislature lists L E Don Carlos as a candidate for the eleventh district and J J Bowersack as a candidate from the ninth district, subject to Republican primaries. The names will appear on the official ballot under the relevant district designations based on party rules.
The document lists candidates for county superintendent of Douglas County schools. B P Mon faces Hawley with Republican primary approval noted. It notes candidacy and approval status for the two Superintendent of Schools contenders in the GOP.
County voters hear from several hopefuls. C Hosford urges GOP support. F M Buchheim of Kanwaka township seeks the office on August 2. C E Pearcy of Willow Springer township runs for county treasurer subject to Republican primaries.
A set of short political notices from 1910 announcing reelection bids and candidacies for Clerk of the District Court. Henry H. Asher, D. F. Smith, and C. E. Moss state they are running subject to Republican primaries with brief endorsements or indications of support.
Elmer E Meyers seeks a first term as Sheriff of Douglas County pending Republican primary action. W Is Banning runs for a second term subject to Democratic primary on August 2. O C Carman also appears as a candidate for Sheriff under the Republican primary.
Several candidates announce runs for county attorney ahead of the Republican primaries on August 2, 1910. Mentions include R B E Melvin M A Gorill Edw T Riling and a candidate identified as wea se JnasCm nounonnegalaq. County Clerk candidates Fred A Clarke second term and W R Green J P Coffman also cited.
Youch Means runs for re election as probate judge subject to Republican primaries on August 2. County Assessor announces candidacy for county assessor.
Notice to extend city limits advertises hearings before Douglas County Commissioners on July 30 1910. Mayor Bishop and City Clerk Brooks seek to add multiple described tracts around Lawrence including parts of Sections 6 7 Township 13 South Range 20 East. Public testim ony requested on advisability of annexation to the city.
Arrives. No. 123 Motor Car 10:55 am. No. 171 Accommodation 6:30 pm. No. 172 Accommodation 9:10 am. No. 137 Motor Car 2:45 pm. Trains marked daily except Ban.
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