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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1907
Page
2
A fragment from a Lawrence Kansas paper describes The Journal as a leading daily and weekly publication with strong territorial presence. It notes editions, offices, and local commentary on politics, economics, and civic events including a bridge and various local figures.
A dramatic critique portrays New York as corrupt and decadent. The passage condemns wealth, greed, and moral decay, describing a city ruled by money, luxury, and vice.
Reported by The Public Eye, Nicholas II of Russia signals moves toward a constitutional form of government. Early indications suggest the new parliament may tilt toward radical factions and cling to October power as the reform debate continues.
Lawrence notes a strong finish by the university team amid hard losses and praise for their adherence to new rules. A St Louis disaster is viewed as not disgraceful, with emphasis on a season that earned honor and confidence for future games. Local life includes quiet day and notable religious services.
Miss Robbins resigns after years as music instructor at Haskell Institute. Mrs Lyon steps into the post with Mais Robbing, a noted musician and composer of merit, presumed to pursue better opportunities.
A dense page of mixed advertisements listing piano tuners bicycle repairs gun and lock services gas heaters and mercantile goods. It notes names such as Hunsinger Williamson Harding Rork Kennedy Ernst Bennett Protsce Hiatt Abe Wolfson and Simmons & Son with phone numbers and street addresses on Mass and Warren streets. The notices promote repairs tailoring loans and meat market offerings in Lawrence Kansas.
The column lists multiple adverts including a four room house for sale near the University, a six room dwelling on South Olio street, a creamery building with ground for a butter business, a No. 18 Round Oak stove, a gas range, seed potatoes, a hotel in need of repairs, and various rental options. Also notes a piano request, horse loans, and an occupation tax discussion in town.
Washburn overwhelmed Oklahoma 12 to 0 in a decisive victory leaving the team in strong form. The Sooners had shown improvement, and Washburn ends the season in fine shape with a solid win.
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