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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1907
Page
4
The store advertises a closing out sale at Raymond's with remaining caterers offered at 25 cents each. Damaged writing papers tablets crepe paper and other goods from a fire will be sold in sale to insure. Also notes loans available and medical services offered by local firms.
M. Newmark, a lifelong businessman, visited Reading for vacation and studied the city’s layout and industry. He notes extensive manufacturing, rail lines, and housing growth, and plans to share insights with Lawrence The Journal. He mentions a trip to New York and Atlantic City before returning home.
A young girl resists taking a cookie from a barrel after her conscience tells her she is wrong. Her older sister, watching, distracts attention as the younger child considers a theft. The scene reflects a moment of temptation and self‑restraint.
Chicago on June 10 sees warmer conditions for Tuesday with fair to night and Tuesday. The outlook indicates rising temperatures and milder evenings across the region as residents prepare for a warm spell.
A jumbled page shows merchants promoting germicide for home use, a tailor advertising wall paper cleaning, and the Peerless Cafe offering Merchants’ lunch. Public notices warn dog owners to pay the tax and obtain dog checks, with penalties for noncompliance. Rentals advertised on New Hampshire and Mass streets. Public safety and funeral services also noted.
A man fired at an intruder in his kitchen after catching sight of a burglar attempting to enter his house. The householder later reported his nerves were strained and he feared firing at his own reflection in a mirror. A brief, tense incident underscores the risk of nighttime home intrusions.
The newly finished and furnished units at 708 710 Mass street under the Fairfax name are ready for occupancy. Apartments promise first class appointments and convenient pricing by the week or month. Bell telephone 190 is listed for contact.
At a recent board meeting, Senter We Harris was elected renewal tent Vb he Stieteed Coloned yl. Advertisements for plants and farm goods appear from local stores, including Nastassium plants, cinnamon vines, maderia, and canna at Meme Store. Local businesses list loans, cider, office supplies, cigars, fresh strawberries, and packing services.
Miss Varelyn Louise Lehteyiler to Mert grertertroal wed in a quiet ceremony at the vestry attended by close relatives. Rex Paster officiated as a wedding diviner served, and the couple leaves for Kansas City to begin their life together. Both born in Lawrence, the bride is a popular local figure with many friends.
A Lawrence resident counters a claim that Secretary Taft is Unitarian, noting the statement’s flaws and offering a critique of various religious figures cited in the discussion. The letter touches on religious identity, public figures, and local discourse in a period-era style.
A heated quarrel over who should handle pest control for farmers centers on the University of Oklahoma and the state agricultural college. Professors dispute parasite distribution and funding while Kansas sees artificial release cut green bugs’ threat. Oklahoma reports ongoing bug damage without intervention.
In police court this morning Jake Bateson was fined 6.50 for being drunk. The case reflects routine enforcement of public intoxication penalties by local authorities.
The YMCA field hosted a game between Kirchoff and McClure ball teams Saturday afternoon. McClure won 16 to 7 over Kirchoff. The rest of the text lists notices and various local advertisements.
Mrs. Jones died this morning at 4 o'clock at her home north of town. She was a young wife with a small daughter. Funeral set for tomorrow at 1:30 from the home, with Rev. Cline officiating. Interment at Maple Grove cemetery.
All the school districts of Douglas county will hold their annual meetings on the third Thursday in July. July 18 is the date. District 87 operates under a special law. Tom Thumb Wedding repeated Tuesday evening at the Congregational church. Admission 15 cents for adults 10 cents for children. Try the orangeade at Wiedemann’s.
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