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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1907
Page
4
Kansas forecast for tonight and Sunday shows little temperature change. Daily weather note from Dr. F. H. Snow reports thermometer around 74 degrees with SE to SW winds and humidity and cloudiness details.
The town announces the final Minister's Alliance meeting this season at 10 a.m. in the U M L C. Christian Science services, Plymouth and United Brethren worship, and notices for St Luke's, Free Methodist, and other churches include Sunday school at 10 or 11 a.m., sermons, prayer meetings, Christian Endeavor, and midweek gatherings. Various local suppliers advertise ice cream, wall paper, books, shoes, and bakery goods.
County Superintendent Bowman announces a call for twenty children ready to enter the city schools primary grade next fall. Mrs Arnett will run a model primary class during the Douglas county teachers' normal institute in July. Parents may contact Mr Bowman or Mrs Arnett at 727 Mass St for details.
Multiple room rentals on New Hampshire Street and Mass Street buildings offer rooms on second floor above Smith Undertaking Co with utilities and decor included. Morrison Lem on advertises loans on farm and city property with 5 percent terms. Also piano lessons by Mrs William Hinman Shelley in Lawrence on Mondays and Thursdays at 1125 Vermont Street.
The town council protests Baldwin’s population figure of 1349 as given by assessors saying it’s unfair. Reports note a rival figure of 1350 and describe local indignation over the discrepancy amid church and community notices from Trinity Church and several congregations.
Judge W L Parkinson died at his Ottawa home yesterday leaving many friends in Lawrence. He was a soldier in the war and a man of affairs with a manner both good natured and prominent. Prof J E Boodin will preach at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning. Remnants and wallpaper patterns discounted at Wolf's Book store now under new ownership.
The Waskell seniors presented a heavily revised play titled Ketlines in a spirited contest night. Comely dancers in flowing robes performed while the audience toured literary society displays and honored judges.
Fragmentary note touts EF acquired meat from Seidel claiming No 1 meats are fresh sweet and clean. It urges the reader to try them as a key to success.
New and furnished units at Learnard building 1025 Mass St Tus-710 ready for occupancy. First class appointments available by day week or month with upstairs office and Dell telephone. Repairs completed after recent fire attracting new business and shipments of new goods.
Leo Niemeyer was in town today and many residents visit Kansas City, Leavenworth, and Ottawa areas. The item lists numerous travelers and visitors, including Mrs. Anniv Guuhl in Cel venado, Miss Jane Adams to Leavenworth, and Professor MacDonald en route to Berkeley.
Lawrence Transfer Co advertises a freshly opened stable on Warren Street opposite the Pisco Tounse offering clean, well cared for boarding. They boast experienced packing and reliable service, plus bicycle repair by Walter Dyche at 1217 Mass. St. and puncture repair for 20 cents.
Report from Wolfville indicates Dr Hutchinson, pastor of the Baptist church, has been made president of a university there. A formal resignation had not yet been presented to the church, but acceptance is expected and the appointment is seen as promising for continued Christian work.
The Endora Opera House was full as Miss Husster performed with Miss Agnes Aheland and Miss May Hoyt. Lawrence attendees included Mr Harteltes, Mrs Spangler, Miss Eiva Bartelles, Miss Us, Miss Eisie Katels, Miss Margaret Cone, Miss May Hoyt, Mr and Mrs Rage moth, and Miss Lily Kirehutf ert.
The Fox club members attending summer school at the University held a dance in Evyfert hall. Ostr Piveson Geo Hatter Paris Atkinson Melville Wood and Dudley Fitzpatrick plan harvest field work. Dr and Mrs H J Conurtey and Miss Mildred Court ney along with Miss Rater Court ney arrive from St Joe to visit relatives.
Conductor GW Simpson, long serving on the Southern Kans line, will move to a lighter passenger run. He is regarded as one of the most capable conductors on the line and his promotion is welcomed by friends though riders miss his presence. IDR Lewis of Volseyville, Mains, ordered five Bell Brothers plies.
State University medical students face allegations of obtaining exam questions in advance for the Siperset test. State Printer AL McNeal traveled to Kansas City to probe charges by Dr. J Kittiell of the State Board of Medical Registration. McNeal said no leak found, while Dr Hatfield insists several examinees had advance copies. Investigation will continue to root out any errant acts.
A YMCA bicycle club has formed with charter members Charles Greenlees Stockwell Cloyd Saixelmann Archy Boughton and W B Tucker. They rode to Steiners Grove last night and plan a regular hike night Saturday. Tucker will visit Crass Hopper creek to arrange for the Stunner camp with Joel Asher Marty Kemp Tom Johnson and Haskell. On June 5 J F Conklin James W Houk ordered three horsepower motorcycles for upcoming motor cycle race at the driving park on July 4.
Siugh Dunham, six years Jewell County Kansas superintendent, bought a Hesford Addition lot and will build a five room modern cottage. He plans four years at the University. Also notes local promo for Orangeade at Wiedemann's and a cigar ad for Black Seal Nickel Cigar in Lawrence.
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