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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1926
Page
4
The Fort Scott Tribune introduces an electric scoreboard to enhance local baseball coverage, prompting discussion about the value of sports attention in the paper. The feature brings new prestige to the game, while debate continues over editorial focus and sports emphasis.
The article discusses hurricane damage in Florida, noting tourist coastal towns may repair quickly but many small holdings remain destroyed or impoverished. Red Cross aid is essential for families with no reserves. It also touches on Kansas weather and farmer life, highlighting the value of motor cars for Town farms and critiquing misperceptions about drought relief funds.
The piece previews the baseball title race between St Louis and New York, noting forecast uncertainty and a strong Yankees showing. It highlights Babe Ruth’s three homers in a recent game, while acknowledging a different, tougher performance from his teammates and an extra inning win, suggesting the Cardinals must match such play to keep the title in the East.
In Lawrence, E F Fletcher leaves to ship stock to Franklin County new location. Spicer withdraws from Wooster's drug store. Mr Toot White praised at State Bank. Prof Cartes visits home in the east likely returning in winter. Mrs Sarah Shaw returns from Illinois amid Kansas talk. Montgomery family leaves for home where Frank and Mr Montgomery have newspaperman background. Fret C Gay resigns as Kansas Pacific agent and plans move to New York then San Juan. R P service to be handled by Mr Eccles from Denver and Las Animas. Alex Marks returns from Philadelphia with stock of goods and welcomes old and new customers.
Miss Ella Reed plans a linen shower for Nettie Tweed at her Rhode Island street home tonight. The Camera Club met at H. L. Raymond's home with J. T. Reymond of Kansas City presenting a fine exhibit. A souvenir blueprint was given to each member. The club will reconvene in two weeks at Dr. and Mrs. J. T. Moore's. Mrs. W. J. Blake hosted a Thimble party for Mrs. J. Allen and Mrs. Gus Berger today. Chas. Honeley and Maude Hor tense Thayer wed in Amokardo Ontario. Mrs. Ensley formerly of Lawrence moved to New Mexico about three years ago. Miss Alice Litchfield returned from a Colorado outing. Mr. W. R. Williams returned to Lawrence after a four month absence. Pi Beta Phi sorority alumnae officers were elected.
The United States Steel Corporation head, Judge Eb ert H. Gary, noted as a top world industrial leader on his birthday. From a humble Illinois start he pursued law, joined major steel firms, and rose to president and chairman of the board of US Steel after its organization.
A fragmented church page lists Edward Wislop as minister at Fifscism E Church corner Tehth and Vermont with Sunday school led by Weatherby, plus programs at University Fellowship and John Wesley service. Other entries include Bible study classes, sermons by Love of Vinland and Pastor Butler at St Pauls, First Baptist and Unitarian services, and Free Methodist discussions.
A newly organized Young People's Missionary Society led by Orville Walters plans mission field work and service at United Brethren Church on Vermont and 3rd. The day school begins at 9 46 with Miss Ik Day as superintendent. Pastor Testerman leads Sunday worship and first sermon of the year. Junior and Senior groups meet with Harrell and Maurice Reagan respectively. Midweek Fiddler service Wednesday at 7 45 followed by board meeting. Ladies group meets Thursdays with president Day.
Chaplain Edwards presents a Sunday School lesson dated Oct 10 1926. The analysis recalls Israel's 40 year journey from Egypt to Canaan, the spies from each tribe, Moses' command, and the need for faith led by Caleb and Joshua. It warns against fear, emphasizes leadership, unity, and the dangers of negative reports while urging focus on spiritual formation over mere numbers.
Sunday School and services listed for First Church of Christ and First Evangelical, with Christian Science Reading Room at 1 East Suh Street offering afternoon hours. Evangelical pastor Roy Luddy attends General Conference. Ninth Street Baptist notes state convention updates and Sunday activities. Kansas Baptist State Convention in Kansas City, plus Miss Eads singing contest guest appearance. Assembly of God at 1150 72nd invites Knowl for Monday and Tuesday events.
Notes show weekly gatherings at Trinity Episcopal Church Tenth and Viermont with a 7 30 start for regular and charity meetings led by V Greisen and Mrs J Johnson. Friday and Tuesday events include morning and evening prayers, Sunday school, student class, and a Topeka convention. Immanuel Lutheran listed with communion and services.
Stoeppelworth, registrar at St Johns College in Winfield Kansas, will preach a German sermon. The speaker has served as professor at St Johns College for over 35 years and is expected to deliver a timely message especially to young people.
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