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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
4
Office Fraternal Aid Blog practices ENT care addresses catarrh and eyewear fittings. Other listings include American Osteopathy graduate Sarah Carrothers with office hours, and O'Brien & Co. promoting Star Water Filters for cistern purification on Mass Street.
A new feature in Kansas football methods begins March 16 with spring practice under Coach Kennedy. The plan calls for trying out all new players and building early momentum for next season. A special field on the golf links will host veterans and novices ahead of full tryouts.
R L M James of Louellen asserts Electric Bitters cures malaria chills bilious liver and jaundice among other ills. The tonic is sold under guarantee at Barber Son's drug store in 50 cent bottles and promises quick relief for stomach liver and bladder troubles.
Farmers are busy with seed sales as oats timothy clover alfalfa bluegrass and millet see high demand. Dealers report large quantities sold and farmers preparing fields while talks of future sowing and repairs accompany the busy season.
Local residents and guests largely headed to Kansas City today for visits and events. Names include Mrs HH Patterson and daughter, Miss Olive Bruce, Prof Moort, Miss Julia Hill, Jerome Beatty, Mrs Sellards, Mr Gordon and daughter Mildred, and groups of students attending a track meet in Kansas City. several plans also note Topeka and Wichita trips.
A Georgia man touts Dr. King's New Discovery as the best remedy for coughs colds and lung troubles. He claims seven years of use prove its superiority and notes his children suffer from croup but are quickly cured. Barber and Son's drug store sells it for one dollar with a trial bottle free.
A couple weeks ago a man and woman in the area began suffering from a catarrh like ailment, with symptoms gradually affecting the right hand. Medical observers note the unusual pattern and call for cautious treatment.
The conference of teachers from accredited schools opens at the University of Kansas March 19 and runs three days. Noted speakers include Lyman Abbott and Professor Andrew C. Mc Laughlin. Abbott will give the opening address. Mc Laughlin speaks on Political Parties the following evening.
W E Spalding purchased the lots at 705 and 707 Tennessee street from Mrs White. He plans a modern bungalow on the sites, the first to be built in Lawrence. Dr Carruth will supply teas and acre Seay.
The Brinton Entertaining Co presents travelogues and life from around the world at Bowersock Opera House with new in-house machine making sharper non shaking pictures. Prices range from 10 to 50 cents. On Monday March 16 they feature Wy Girls Leave Some with lively humor and a tale of frailty and betrayal.
Principal Cc E Merwin notes the north door at Central School stays usable during lines but is typically locked from the outside. He urges use of the east door for regular entrances and exits to ensure orderly egress for about 200 students across four rooms.
A group of business men met with Mayor Barker to hear a manufacturing proposal. They see momentum for Lawrence to obtain a small factory as big prospects fail. The committee aims to raise funds to lure several factories in the coming months, ending years of limited progress.
A joint committee from the Commercial club and school board reviewed school safety last night. They favor minor repairs to existing structures over issuing bonds for new fireproof buildings, with a detailed inspection report from Fire Chief ReVisited and Board members noting outward-opening doors and improved boiler room safety across multiple schools.
A testimonial advert claims Foley's Kidney Cure relieves kidney and bladder trouble within two weeks. A customer from Carlisle Center praises long use with complete recovery. Also touts Dr. Thomas' Electric Oil as a strong cheap remedy for pain.
The meetings led by evangelist James AL Prancis at the Baptist church near conclusion tonight. Attendance has been strong, with many professing faith and readers finding the gospel fresh and practical. The night's talk on foreknowledge and free will asks if one can avoid divine mercy, and a crowded house is expected for the closing sermon before his St. Louis journey to begin Immanuel Baptist church meetings.
The Topeka Journal reports the chartering of the Marlar Construction Company to build an electric interurban railway from Kansas City to Topeka with branches to Independence. The line will run along the Kaw Valley to Lawrence, cross the Kaw river, and continue to Topeka and Independence. The construction firm is capitalized at 4.0 million dollars with Kansas City headquarters and a diverse group of stockholders. The project aims to begin as soon as spring and is described as a modern electric railroad rather than a paper scheme.
The Athens Council No 3 held a gathering last night in their hall. Many members attended and enjoyed light refreshments while officers indicated they were not ready to proceed with the planned program.
Etta Lowrey sits in jail and shows calm as she faces formal charges of assault with intent to kill and discharging firearms within city limits. The incident followed a summer street shooting in which a man shot a woman and was fined for the offense. Delahunty remains reported in good health.
On Friday the thirteenth a young man skip ped school citing fear of mis fortune. Neighbors note the day brings superstition while adverse weather makes schooling difficult and unsettles mood in town.
Notice published here seeking a pardon for Captain J. B. Shane, confined in the penitentiary for the murder of Edward Ratherman. Shane, an old soldier with a fine record, has support from his brother who works toward his release.
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