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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1909
Page
4
Chicago weather summary notes generally fair conditions with possible local thunderstorms in the east tonight or Tuesday. Warm temperatures expected with university of Kansas providing the daily report.
Twenty five YMCA boys ended a week at Lake View camp, breaking camp this afternoon and returning to town. The outing was highly successful with no accidents. Visitors spent yesterday at the camp as Mr. Sanborn led Sunday school and talks by A. B. Sayles and Charles Endacott followed.
Lawrence residents endured extreme heat from pavement reflected heat, with officials noting sidewalks and streets are hotter than air measurements suggest. The weather dept conceded workers on the ground bear higher temperatures, and paving worsens the heat. Contained items include local ads, a doctor on the run, Kodak sales, and Fourth of July plans around Mass Street.
A letter from G W E Griffith of California to A Monroe in Lawrence dated June 23 1908 extols the citys beauty shaded streets paved avenues and fine homes. He recalls forty years of effort to secure the State University and notes the cities evident taste refinement and enterprise. He predicts continued prosperity and strong future prospects for Lawrence.
Sunday morning at 2 o'clock Wilson resisted arrest at the Union Pacific depot. Officer Lewis used a club, injuring Wilson about the head and face. Wilson was pressed to the police headquarters where Dr. Keith treated wounds. Wilson’s trial was scheduled for Tuesday afternoon. Frank Cooper fined $10 for assault on Barker. Dan Patthi convicted for drunkenness and fined $6.50. Rails weigh discussion notes rails nearly as heavy as Santa Fe mainline. John W. Robertson to visit Chicago and Grand Rapids to prepare for a new store in Lawrence. Robertson Furniture Company aims for the largest exclusive store in the state. Late Hours musical feature continues at Journal. Fireworks stock advertised for Fourth celebrations. Mrs. Prentiss' Home Store showcases fine embroidery.
Earl Fisher spent Sunday here. John Dolisi went to Eudora this morning. F. W. Barteldes went to Oklahoma City today. Cogene Charles Tucker spent today in Kansas City. Mrs. George Shaw spent today in John Wilder spent yesterday in.
John M Putnam aged 33 years died suddenly at 10 15 p m at his home on Tennessee Street leaving a wife and child. The notice also lists local obituaries and social notes including Humane Society meeting details and numerous short society items.
Hor the 4th event touted as all new merchandise with Trick Matches and Wire Cracker Fans. Rattler Among the Ferns adds curiosity while iev hints at entertainment. Local crowd expected for a lively holiday showcase with unique items.
The Douglas County Fair plans to issue their premium list for September. Five thousand copies will be printed and distributed, with advertising patronage welcomed. Proceeds from the premium list will defray printing costs and help cover general advertising and printing bills. Advertising solicitations are handled by W. Simmons of the World.
Miss Morse hosted thirty girls yesterday at her home near Desato. The group arrived by train with Miss Morse's brothers, spent the day along the stream bank, enjoyed a bag table dinner, and returned home by tram. Several more entertaining events are planned for the summer months.
Governor Stobbs may call a midsummer special session as banks push for deposit guarantees. State residents seek guaranteed deposits regardless of insurer method while western counties favor higher time-deposit rates. Topeka politics stir as legislative timing worries rise and Pyngby county members hope no July gathering occurs.
A. J. Plint, long educated at Mint and known for local schooling, now leads the PL & FL Ble electric firm in Chicago with offices in the OL Colony building. After two years with Kellogg Switchboard, he chose self employment, rejecting $200 monthly offers to pursue a promising business path and expects notable success.
Gol Metcalf and staff return from Fort Riley after a successful rifle shoot week. Lieutenant Walling wins second prize and a bronze medal. Others attend finals at Camp Berry Ohio and Pawnee Plass Fort Riley encampment. Also notes osteopathy office opens in Leader building and local factory inspection finds underage workers.
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