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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
3
A jumble of 1908 classifieds and notices. Includes a Lawrence packing and dry meat claim, eyeglasses office ads, a final settlement notice for Ann Beal, and various promotional blurbs. Also features religious essays on David and Solomon, family succession, and moral guidance.
An advertisement compares two western barns painted at the same time with Devoe Lead and Zinc Paint and a rival mixed paint. Six gallons of Devoe finish one barn, while nine gallons of the rival are needed. The ad urges readers to choose Devoe for value when painting and to request Devoe paint.
Mrs. Mabel McKoin died suddenly at the McKoin home on West Loula after a brief illness of about four days. An organist at the Presbyterian church she had been active in music since childhood and studied at Kansas University before illness interrupted her degree plans.
Alton Packard entertained a large ministerial lecture course audience with Vanity Fair filled with humor, pathos, and education. His dramatic scenes, rapid execution, and closing tale of a doomed artist left many impressed and moved. Also, McCartney's closing-out sale promotes clothing bargains.
Lawrence high school meets Topeka High at McCook field for the season finale and state championship decider. Topeka handed Lawrence its only defeat 8 to 2 two weeks earlier. 50 players in good form expect victory. Lacrosse at 2:30, football at 3:00, bulletin reports other games. general admission 23 cents, box seats 10 cents.
A Chicago Record-Herald piece promotes a home facial wash using Eppotone Rose Water and Cologne Spirits. It claims harmless, quick results and easy preparation at home to keep a constant supply on the toilet table. A Pleasant Hour club meeting notes singing, readings, and refreshments with plans for winter sports discussion at the next gathering.
Publication notice outlines Hugh Blair vs Norman N Brown Jr and Clara E Brown in Douglas County District Court for $100 plus interest. An attachment on land in North Lawrence is levied. defendants must answer by December 7, 1908, or judgment will be rendered. Also includes unrelated quips about public questions and travel.
An 1886 affidavit by Frank J. Cheney declares a firm offering one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh not cured, with a sworn statement and seal. The notice promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous surface remedy and invites readers to send for samples.
Amusements note the Tarkington Wilson play The Man from Home, a Chicago success now at the Bowersock. Tickets priced 1.50 1.00 0.50 for the engagement starting Tuesday November 24 with a strong Americanism theme and acclaimed reception in major cities.
Hoary inquiry resurfaces if John Collins, serving life for his father’s murder, may receive a pardon. The governor has criticized the flimsy circumstantial case and associations with disreputable individuals. Public belief taps guilt, but a pardon would hinge on Hoch’s stance as the term closes. Oliver W. Stuart to speak at Lawrence opera house November 28.
A vintage broadside lists multiple local ads and notices. claims Foley's Honey and Tar cures coughs without pneumonia risks, praises DeWitt's Little Early Risers, and advertises Lawson Transfer Co and Lawrence Pantatorium services. Mentions estate probate proceedings for William Boener and sewing and tailoring services.
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