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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1907
Page
4
Weather note from Chicago hints at warm, partly cloudy conditions tonight and Tuesday. Local ads promote seeds for oats, clover, flax, alfalfa, potatoes, timothy, garden and flower bed needs, plus shoes, dresses, wallpaper, colonial toilet articles, and a range of clothing and tailoring services. Public notices of business offerings include light advertising from W J Busch and Abel Wolfson, with many small retailers pushing seasonal stock.
The Journal notes a strong Republican ticket from mayor to council. Names include Mayor George J. Barker and various officials such as Treasurer C H Tucker Police Judge L H Menger and School Board member Hattie C Tibball plus others like James Brooks John W Clark and ward councilmen across all six wards. The piece emphasizes an efficient administration and ongoing improvements financed by taxpayers.
The piece touts a lavish musical extravaganza with costly production values. Review notes sensational effects, costumes, and a large cast as the show opens this evening.
Henry G Parsons announces defeat in a local treasurer race and offers remarks about his improvised farms near Lawrence and small homes from SOQ to AON while promoting fire insurance services.
A man fell at Cen this morning after the structure began to tilt and collapsed. He was thrown clear, skinned his face badly, and will take days to heal. Dowry broken. For piles, Straflon's Mentholis is praised. Ice cream sodas and Wiedeman's offered. Automatic tuckers for sale at the Keister Dressmaking school, 736 New Hampshire St.
A compiled list shows numerous residents and visitors moving between Kansas City Topeka Fort Worth and nearby towns. Names include A. B. Clark Mrs. Powers D. H. Gannon Ellis Mallam Frank Holton Lenora Stubbs W. S. Cummings J. S. Welgh F. C. Marvin George Shaw Val Thomas J. L. Yoxon W. A. Harris and many others. Social events feature card clubs Acacia club Whist and performances by Pirates of Penzance with university orchestra. Local gatherings include dinners luncheons and visits in Ottawa Atchison Desota Overbrook and Muskogee.
Local bowling event features Soxman and Albaugh teams at Tuesday night session. Leave orders for Chas A Stevens suits at 903 Main street. For property needs consider Atlas for financial options and services.
A boy was severely injured when a car struck him while riding on a hobby horse near Dr. Hannan's automobile. Witnesses noted no apparent carelessness by either party as the boy fell and the vehicle ran over him. The incident prompted a brief warning sermon at the night chapel and local notices advertise Sylvan Goods, Raymont's New Olive Oil, safety razors, flower seeds, and Mrs. Prentice's home canned fruits at 1105 Mass. St.
Report states an angry crowd formed over an attempted delivery and a disputed ad. Observers gathered for about five minutes as conversations heated, but no physical altercation occurred. The piece ends noting people seek up to date jewelry at Ciastat sent's.
The drunken Thompson started a dispute near the river after leaving a livery stable. Bonar shot Thompson in the leg twice, then arrested him with minor wounds. A public disorder followed as townsfolk scattered and authorities described Bonar as acting to restore order.
E D Knox foreman of the Journal’s job department witnessed the early moments of the North Lawrence disturbance. He says he was about thirty feet from the shooter and that the first and second shots occurred about three quarters of a minute apart. He was entering the Journal office when the second shot rang out.
After the primary, nominees express happiness and relief, likened to a man who has just patronised Gustafecn, signaling a hopeful mood despite ongoing campaigns and uncertainties ahead.
The article notes a Pine exhibit of work from the Manual Training and Domestic Science departments. It highlights sewing, carpentry, and craft projects by students, including flower stands, trellises, taborets, and book racks. Miss Potter leads the program with 200 boys in classes, plus girls trained via proxy, as the Round Table Literary Lab is announced to meet tomorrow.
The English Lutheran church held a fortieth anniversary with a crowded congregation and a service of reflection. Pastors preached on spiritual comfort as the church echoed with music and readings. The anniversary involved several sermons by visiting ministers and parish leaders, signaling ongoing community support and church renewal.
The column notes visits and travels in Kansas including Mee and Mrs Dave Kennedy and Pred Morton. It mentions a paralytic stroke for Old Mrs Veron, a wedding at Tip Crarie, and various neighbors attending events. Easter novelties and cards are advertised at Wolf's Book store.
Public notices itemizes warranty deeds quit claim deeds and guardian deed transfers. Nannie Mackey to J A Heales lists 500 dollars for Tyler 9 block transfer. Nellie Jones buys lot for 650 dollars. Several small parcels sold for 1 to 2 dollars. Guardian A D Mackey transfers Lot 3 block 7 to J A Henley for 500 dollars.
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