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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1909

Page

4

Track Meet Prep Shows Mixed Indoor Meet Prospects

Coach Hagerman tunes his men for Friday indoor track at Robinson gym facing Baker. Many competitors will gain first experience and boost the dual meet with Missouri in two weeks. Some basketball players lack track training after a tough season, while stars like Bergen and Hall Clark push for strong showings in sprints, hurdles, and relays. Local notes mention refreshments and camera gear ads amid the clutter.

Hagerman Baker Robinson Gymnasium Jayhanker Missouri Bergen Julingen Martindell Johnson Hageruan Badger Kansas Hal Clark Ottawa Cooley Haddock Captain Newburd Hamilton Grivnard

Real Estate Firm Promotes Square Deal Motto at 719 Mass

Martin and Tulmes Real Estate and Investment Co at 719 Mass St invites the public to list property for sale rent or exchange. They offer two Ohio St lots residences a 200 acre Fort Scott Kansas farm for Lawrence trade wheat land in Clark County Kansas for sale with cheap pricing. Also a 7 room cottage on Ky St for 1 750 Kent 14.00 per month and a 6 room house with barn gas hot water tank instant heater priced 3 000. Bell phone 266.

Martin & Tulmes Real Estate and Investment Co Mass. St Ohio St Fort Scott Kans Lawrence Clark County Ky.st Kents West Lawrence Bell

Quiet week in electric line talks and city plans

No developments this week on the Lawrence electric line. W R Sullivan and Albert Emmanuel expected Monday from Dayton to discuss bids and franchise matters while a Kansas City interurban project may begin soon. Meanwhile boulevard and cut drive plans gain support from locals, with George Davis likely joining Dayton men to push action next week.

W. R. Sullivan Albert Emmanuel Dayton Ohio Lawrence George Davis Laming Kansas City Kansas City and Kansas Southwestern Company Ace Live Lawrence Committee Commercial Club Electric Line

THAT MORTGAGE TAX LAW OR STUBBS DOUBTS

The Topeka Capital questions the mortgage tax bill and Governor Stubbs stance. The editorial laments the law as passed, praising a Douglas senator's equity proposal to tax mortgages as real estate, which was blocked by financial institutions. It argues mortgages should be taxed as real estate with corresponding exemptions.

Stubbs Topeka Douglas

Banquet Planned by Lawrence Traveling Men Unit

The local lodge of the United Commercial Travelers will host a big time banquet at the Eldridge in Lawrence on March 20. Members from Topeka Leavenworth and Kansas City Kansas are expected, with talks by speakers and an innovation inviting members’ wives for the first time. The UCT lodge has shown growing activity and jvigor recently.

Eldridge The United Commercial Travelers Lawrence Marcel Topeka Leavenworth Kansas City Kansas U. C.T

University Dramatics Tighten Rules for Players

University authorities enforce strict regulations on stage participation. The Masque plans The Bishop's Carriage and the Thespians stage As You Like It in April, with an eligibility committee checking that actors maintain full academic standing and meet workload requirements.

Lawrence Merchants Report Broad Business Satisfaction

Local merchants in Lawrence report improved business this year with millinery harvests approaching. Openings of new designs will occur in two weeks, and shoe stores see strong Oxford sales. Overall sentiment is one of general satisfaction among traders.

Lawrence Oxfords

Still Cold Weather Stays With No Warming Signs

Storm forecast never arrived and a prolonged cold spell persists with clouds threatening. Farmers delay field work as fruit growth stalls and plowing backlog grows. Rumors of a harsher spring dismissed, noting a tough winter two seasons ago. Rexall Larkspar Lotion advertised at 125 cents per bottle by McCulloch's Rexall store. Wall paper hangers from Stevenson's invite customers to book work.

Rexall McCulloch’s

Readick Co to Stage The Old Sextion at Bowersock

Amusements note that the Readick Company presents The Old Sextion at Bowersock Opera House for two nights and Saturday matinee starting Friday March 12. The show blends elements of Old Homestead Peaceful Valley Way Down East with original scenes. quotes from New Orleans Picayune praise the production. Night prices 10 20 30 cents. Matinee prices 10 and 20 cents for children and adults.

Bowersock Opera House The Readick Co

Local Trades and Goods Advertisements from town paper

Horse blacksmithing and wagon work guaranteed with driving horse specialty by G A Messer at 1312 Mass St near Park Grocery. Chamois skins sold at Raymond's Drug Store. Face and skin brushes available. Elefant strain products at Bartelde Sved Co. Typewriter ribbons and carbons at Stevenson's Book Store.

G. A. Messer Mass St. Near Park Grocery Raymond’s Drug Store Stevenson's

Dunakin the Hustler Fresh Meats and Groceries Ad

Hustler at 629. 181-2 Bridge St advertises fresh and salt meats at low prices. Flour sacks priced at $1.50 and $1.56 per 48 pounds. Multiple coffee brands offered in 2 pound quantities with prices from 25 to 55 cents. Notions of all kinds also listed.

Bridge St Key West Old Dominion Coffer

Sneak Thieves Steal Preserved Fruit From Musgrove Home

A thief or thieves entered Mrs. Musgrove’s home at 1305 Kentucky Street by cutting away a cellar screen. They took a large quantity of preserved fruit last evening, frightening the family but fleeing when the light was on. Local reports note similar fruit thefts in Lawrence, highlighting the cost and effort involved.

Musgrove Kentucky Street Mrs. Musgrove Lawrence

Declamation Contest at Lawrence High School

Tomorrow evening the Lawrence High School will hold its annual declamation contest in the high school chapel. The program features student performances with prizes donated by Mrs. Dilf Perkins and promises a close competition among participants Ruth Cater Helen Pendleton and others.

Lawrence High School Ralph Stevens Ie Kreider de Lance Kanata Slope Robinson Selo Miss Riggs Elizabeth Love- Joy Nellie Bryant Viano Sylo Acthar Joluston

University Dinner Set for April 2 at University Club

The University of Kansas spring dinner is planned for April 2 at the University Club in Kansas City. Graduates and former students from KU and surrounding areas, plus Kansas City attendees, are expected. Also mentions Seeds for Gardens and China Lane items from local merchants.

In-Chuize University of Kansas University Club Kansas City Kan University Froi Surroun

Local social notes mention Kansas City trips and visits

Purely personal items list many residents in and around Kansas City and nearby towns. Individuals such as Will Dick John Seymour ek Anderson Jie Esterley Col W A Harris and Mrs H B Ober are noted traveling visiting or attending automobile shows in Kansas City. Names, places, and destinations include Salina Parsons Pueblo Cal Council Bluffs Iowa Wichita Fort Scott and the Philippines bound to South America.

A Will Dick Kansas City John Seymour Salina Ek Anderson Is City Jie Esterley Kkansas City Ixwell Sutlers Davis Parsons Kans Col W. A. Harris H. B. Ober Ralph Gore Sawyer Kansas J. UD. Siler Council Blufs Iowa A. My Lila’ Vergler Wichita Perry Ewing Gay CG. Lyman Rusty Yeoman Cola Justafson Fred Clark Kancity Gen Marshall Lincoln William Ligraham Belvit Boughton Win Newmark Wall James Wilson George Bownan Aly Ed Anderson Watt City Countty J “Nel Mas D. HH Simmninger J.C. Dinll Joel A. U. Mitchell Hannah Mitchell Suthern Hawlet U. Manley Frank Mervill Phi Psi Paola Kan Ed Cahill Ratalorie Jet Brown Fort Scott Hev I Brown Ib. Protsch Ed Feart Fred Morris Win Newmark C. L. Rutter Carl Phillips Alfred Lawrence J. S. Robinson T. B. Robinson Massachusetts Street Mrs. Robinson Philippine Islands South Ameries

Kansas Leads In Auto Purchases Across Three States

Facts cited from an Automobile Show in Kansas City claim Kansas bought more automobiles last year than the combined total of three states. The report, attributed to a Boston statistician, notes growth in larger, expensive cars while lighter, cheaper models see steady use along the Hugh Holmes road survey nearing Garnett. Active surveying on the Holmes line has paused, with officials from Standard Engineering not reachable for comment.

OLD Hampshire OLD Hampshire Bond Sunflower State Kansas Kansas City Boston Sulborn- Stics Iola Iola Register Blackmar Hugh Holmes Holmes Nick Hunt Harud Lowry Axtel Blackmor Lucre Uderson County Hiewosh Reeder Township Garnett Blackmar—Garnett Holmes Line Hirlmes Line Standard Engineering Company

Real Estate Transfers And Quitclaim Entries

Real estate transfers and quit claim deeds recorded with names including Earl Overtaan, Lawrence Chas Quirkle, Martha E Wakefields, Mae F Elster and others. Several parcels described by lot numbers and street addresses. notes mention a husband’s death in 1908 and a widow’s life estate.

Ailduin Wla McChire Baldwin Moore Singh Vinlsud Sutton Nwey Nia See Tyry Herbert Tun Kansas Dy Rean Eli Overtaan Lawrance Chas Qerkle Bile West Lawrence Ehlery Kiley J. Ok Terie Street Ingine A. Clack Lawrence Deel Martha E. Wakefields Willow

Automobilists say middle west leads in car usage

Automobilists claim the middle west now has more cars than any other region and that it bought more automobiles last year than the combined total of three other states, suggesting a shift in car ownership trends across major towns including New York City.

New York City Middle West Hau

Banquet Tonight At Eldridge For University Guests

A university banquet is planned this evening at the Eldridge with Prof Adolph Ziefle on the program. Dr S J Crambine from Topeka will attend. Burns Allen is very ill after a recent medical consultation. Mrs Minnie Baker and Mrs Mary Lakir narrowly escaped gas fumes from a faulty kitchen gas line. Deputy Assessor Gabrick hints at a Bible oath issue in tax collection. Remnants of lace and embroidery fill the ad pages as merchants tout stock and seasonal goods. The Brown and Courtney teams are set to play tonight as attention turns to local sports.

S. J. Crambine Topeka Mharmie Adolph Ziefle Dr. J. Crambine Eity Minnie Baker Mary Lakir Old D Streets Mary Baker Iran Kexall Tessee Henry Hagenbuch Dr. Wayne

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