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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1908
Page
4
An array of ads promotes Wie demann’s ice cream and Thanksgiving turkey ice cream specials, Tungsten lamps from Fred W. Fein promising triple light, and various services from Home Book Co to Parker the Tailor. Also listed are jewelry cleaning, mantelware polishing, clothing cleaning, and a drug store stocking soaps and post cards.
Madame Nazimova announced for a one week stay at Willis Woods Theatre starting next Monday, November 30, drawing Kansas City playgoers. The Russian star, refined English and strong repertoire will feature five plays with a top company including Dudson Mitchell and Brandon Tynan. three loaded touring cars accompany the stage settings.
A reflective piece argues the Devil is blamed for violence while lawless individuals cause harm in the South. It critiques family dynamics and public quarrels, noting Americans profess virtue yet are quarrelsome, and asks why we are not more genteel and sensible in a great nation.
A man recalls years of hearing praise for his brother in law who married his wife’s sister. When the sister’s family fell on hard times and asked for help, the speaker admits mixed feelings. He privately rejoices that his own fortunes are secure while their needs emerge.
Educator Shoe designed by students to train growing bones and muscles in a natural shape. Not cheap but best wear and value, made of all leather kid patent or gunmetal. Price a few cents above ordinary shoes, features sturdy Stichardson Short Stitch and durable soles. Faxon Newman sells these shoes hoping to please parents seeking perfect feet for children. Black Seal cigars noted as six year test proof of satisfaction.
A reflective excerpt on the legend of the first Christmas tree linked to Ansgarius and the virtues of Faith Hope and Love. The piece contrasts wax candles with modern electric lights and laments commercial excess while urging optimism and calm, ending with an advert for a new wine machine and a free knife sharpener with purchase.
A poet declares mastery of elocution and English rules while claiming knowledge of banking, then vows to strip the tunnels from the champion heavyweight in a sharp, combative statement. The line echoes a boastful, satirical pose characteristic of Walt Mason.
Real estate transfers show Mary Counts and husband Bald win deed to Mary Bristow for 1300.00 with lots 37 38 and 39 Sixth Street Bald win. Edw Nicolas and wife Therica New York to E I S Bailey Lawrencey 583.00 and other considerations. Part of lots near Tennessee Street Lawrence. Conklin and wife of Lawrence to C L Gulley and others 2100.00. Lot 9 block 15 Lane Place addition Dessie Griesa and husband Lawrence to Phrowia Hill 31200 5. of block 49 West Lawrence except tract 147 by 147. Esther Treworgy heirs to Mary Newkirk 100.00. Part of SW of NW of SW sec 29 tw 12 range 20. Wiley Kiefer and wife Wak tp to Mrs. Almira Horton 1025. Part of SE of SE of NE of 13-19. Quit claim deeds: Geo Thurber and wife Douglas Co to Elsie Thurber 1.00 SE of 31-13-18 less 40 acres in the NEW. Joseph E Riggs and wife Lawrence to Anna G N Menger 25.00. Lots 2 4 6 14 16 and N 56 ft of lot 10 and all int 12 Babcock Enlarged Addition. Samuel King and wife Lawrence to Anna G M Menger lot 59 Vermont Street Lawrence. Hosford Investment Co in the People's Bank building. In the market for first of seal corn of the Iowa.
The December issue highlights a blue and gold cover with the Madonna and Child and a full-page color painting by James Montgomery Flagg. It includes two large sets of old-fashioned Christmas carols with Ernest Haskell decorations, and poems by Edwin Markham. Notable authors such as Josephine Daskem Bacon and Anna Katharine Green contribute stories and essays. The magazine offers extensive Christmas guidance on gifts, table ideas, candies, fashion, and embroidery. Zephyr Flour wins a Burlington food show prize, with Mrs. E. P. Fritzsche praising its baking results. The December Everybody's presents features by L. Mathews, Emily Post, and others, plus poetry and drama reviews.
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