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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1908
Page
4
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A reader argues that a National Guard company boosts Lawrence economically by recirculating nearly all its pay within the town. It estimates yearly drill, camp, and other pay at about 1,620.18 dollars, urging local merchants and employers to support and encourage enlistment for town prosperity.
In police court this morning three drink offenses and nine trespass cases were heard. Fines included Henry Whbods colored 4.50, Joe Thompson white 8.50, and an unnamed white man 6.50. Jessie Conley white was arrested for trespassing and pleaded not guilty. trial set for tomorrow.
Merchants show strong support for the decoration drive with stores pulled by recent weather. Crimson and blue dominate displays while a madrella parasol feature adds color. many shops exhibit festive touches as decorations ramp up for the event.
Dr W A Noyes of the University of Illinois will deliver tonight a lecture titled A Scientific Revolution. A chemist with national standing he leads major ventures including the Journal of the American Chemical Society and Chemical Abstracts. Public invited to attend the nontechnical talk. Step into the store of HG Baxmanland Co for after dinner cigars.
Yesterday a buggy with Dr. C. B. McCleland's daughter and two other girls ran away after a bolt broke on the vehicle. The frightened horse bolted toward Pinebury street near the county jail. Ike Johnson and Sheriff Woodward halted the horse, likely saving the three girls.
An old advertisement argues for using an electric flatiron to ease hot day chores. It promises rapid heating, consistent heat, and uninterrupted operation, claiming relief from back strain and fatigue when pressing clothes. The piece mocks strenuous manual ironing and touts modern convenience through electrical power.
Sealed bids requested for a project referenced as MLL. Prospective bidders must submit bids with a check for the amount offered before Wednesday. Details from W L Lansdon, General Agent.
A fire department response occurred last night on Kentucky Street to a house blaze caused by accidental factors. The incident disrupted residents, with local authorities investigating the cause and noting property damage.
Loomas Studio at 719 Mass. St promotes porch chairs for outdoor use this summer. Advises enjoying sitting on four porch chairs and notes weather rainproof appeal. Julius A. Eriksen, 44 Mass. St.
Not yet but soon see Gustafson for the ring. Miller Brothers big ranch show toured Lawrence yesterday with a special train and extensive fair. This morning Ed Wilson Luther Wilson and wife moved out of North Lawrence in a wagon with four trunks. They reached the place where a horse had burst through. All escaped but trunks and wagon were lost. The horse was severely injured.
Springfield NL Governor Dineen follows pardons board recommendation and declines to intervene in the murder case of Billik in Chicago. Execution expected Friday. Billik collapsed upon learning of the decision, cursing the outcome. Chicago reports note the pardon decision reached amid tense scenes. Additional items include unrelated updates from New York and political developments.
A fragment notes a plot by anarchists or conspirators to attack the royal family during a religious feast. The plan allegedly involves seizing correspondence and using the Black Cross society as cover to carry out the attack. Names and precise details are unclear in the text.
Important cases listed for today include Perkins juvenile and county matters with equity and jury sides, while the Weber Pinmu Factory case moves toward dissolution of an injunction. Social updates note Vanderbrook’s summer departure to Holland, Irene Cunick’s Kansas spell, and Miss Myrtle Gregg’s family, with visits among Phillips and Monticello kin.
Brief local notes list repairs by Callus Car pump at 621 Mass St and Turner today after a week with Ara. Attendance planned for university commencement exercises in Topeka and updates on health and social visits. Also mentions ice cream, cigars, hair brushes, and a photo studio.
Gas at 2 cents per 1 000 cubic feet and a flood of society notes fill a Lawrence page. Mentions of Caroll Fiske leaving for Morristown Ver mot, Mrs I L Mossler returning from Colorado, Mrs F G Savage traveling to San Antonio, and several Lawrence residents listed for travel, work, and social events. Also reports on University figures, church visits, and upcoming lectures by Dr William A Noyes and Prof Stafford with notes on travel to Berlin.
Fragmentary report cites threats of race riot in Dallas Texas with violence alleged in Longview and Griggs County. Governor urged to deploy Rangers as tensions rise and two graves referenced amid street killings and rising unrest.
Frank Jover, noted Lincoln banker and coal mine owner, died from injuries after a March highway hold-up in Midway. Robert Watson, a student and captain at Suwh Da kula State College, died later from injuries sustained in a sham battle last Friday.
Secretary Metcalf announced ten new battleships to be named Florida and Utah. Maine and Alabama sailed for the Atlantic route via Lunululu Manila and Suez canal. Lawrence Y M C A defeated Kansas City Y M C A 73 to 4 in a track meet with Roy Babb George Babb Johnson Jones Martin Drake Ola Wie demann among the scorers.
Reports from southern Nebraska describe worsened conditions after Friday night tor so far. Death toll rises with 26 listed and three of the injured expected to die. About fifty people sustained serious injuries and Phillipsburg, Kansas remains without communication.
In New York on June 3, actor Hitchcock received a warm greeting from his wife Fiera Zabelle and an accompanying woman. He had spent Sunday in the Tombs prison. The Audieation hotel management announced that headquarters will be opened there for Leslie M. Shaw.
A jumble of sale, rental, and wanted notices from a local paper. Items include furniture like Tino white enamelled feds with springs, a golden oak dining table, and a Mission oak centre table. two white rocking chairs and window shades. Also listings for a ten room house, two vacant lots at Warren and Ind, and various rental requests. Additional lines advertise sales positions and grocery removal notices, with contact numbers and addresses in Ohio street and Mass. St.
A jumble of notices mentions Dainty Feefumes at Linwood prices and a local eyes ears nose and throat specialist G A Hamman at Linwood. It notes river rise near tracks, families moving, and water levels. Other items include a shoe repair move, postmaster general talks, and postal rate changes affecting UK trade and domestic receipts.
Lawrence civic effort promotes a best kept lawn contest originated by T. N. Hanson of the Leader. A solid silver prize valued at 35 dollars is on display at the Leader. The nationwide plan urges wider adoption in Lawrence and recognition for Mr Hanson’s idea.
Lawers for the city voiced confidence that a ruling on the university bond case would not come before the July term of the supreme court. Geo J Barker said he felt more confident than ever, while noting uncertainty about legislative help and possible city defeat.
Visitors to Lawrence are welcomed at Gustafsen, the college jeweler, to view a tool pen and explore seating while central location offers meeting spots. The note invites all, with or without intent to buy, and hints at opportunities to see jewelry selections.
The spring Phi Beta Kappa literary society election named two new monitors Charles Augustus Smid and Robert due Ten others were selected earlier for Pi Kapp, plus additional secularship nominees.
Store promotes a selection of Local View Post Cards for visitors to carry home. The cards capture recollections of Lawrence and the surrounding area. Lead display emphasizes town scenes and memories from the visit.
The Stay Spinsters will meet with Miss Zana Schleifer this evening. Phi Gams host a picnic Saturday at Buerman's honoring Miss Lela Gray of Petersburg Indiana. Prof Bailey and Mrs Bailey host informal reception tonight for Dr W A Noyes of Illinois University. The Phi Psis bid farewell Saturday evening in Fraternal Aid hall. punch and wafers served. An informal bridge afternoon by Miss Claudia Penleton for visiting Pi Phis was delightful. dainty refreshments followed.
A jumble of names shows Lloyd Bunker, Milton Cain, John Paul Jones, Miss Beulsh Keilman, Annie Wight, Mary Buckles, Ray Jones, Arthur Grossbeck, M. E. Hilkey, Mrs Clyde Miller, Mrs I Johnson, Miss Lydia Zwick, Mrs Rowe, Verna Rowe, Mrs Herbert Hughes, May Van Cleave, and Charles Hine visiting or traveling. Police detain nine weary Willies’ group at Signa Alpha Epsilon. others head to Cleveland, Denver, Seattle, or San Diego as trains halt and plans shift.
The largest stock of high grade up to date post cards awaits your selection at Boughton's 1025 Mass. St. shop, inviting shoppers to browse a wide range of designs and publish date styles.
Kansas City report of grain prices with July and September futures for wheat corn and rye, cash bids for No 2 and mixed varieties, oats prices, hay values, butter eggs and dairy notes. Live stock market shows cattle receipts 10,000 with steer and cow ranges, hog receipts 10,000 with price bands, and Chicago Market references for pork lard and hogs. Cattle and hog receipts and prices are listed with ranges and dates.
Kansas State Agricultural College plays a doubleheader with Kansas State University at State University, salvaging a 2 to 1 victory in the first game and dropping the second as Jayhawkers hold Farmers to two hits. Baird pitched all eighteen innings for the Farmers but could not spark a comeback.
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