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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1908
Page
4
A local advertiser invites parents to bring children for a thorough eye examination at the Prirfax in Mass Street after October 12. The provider promises candid assessment and charges only a modest price for initial glances when needed.
The item lists weather indications for Chicago and nearby area with frost tonight and sunny Sunday. It includes local prices like sweet cider 20 cents per gallon with delivery, a Sunflower Shoes promotion, a dancing class reopening October 10, and notices for jewelry and panoramic postcards from the University. It mentions chili and oyster stews at local eateries and various ads for services and products.
Wood ward introduces Borealine to counter Boreal skin damage this season. Round Corner Massage Cold Cream offered as a toile adjunct costs a quarter each.
The Sunflower home for the aged and infirm of Kansas will formally open Monday October 12 under the Colored Baptists state convention of Kansas. Delegates from Atchison will join local ceremonies in Smith hall with Mayor Marker Rev O C Brown and others delivering addresses. The renovated facility near Lawrence serves elderly African Americans and marks a significant community milestone.
Richard Smith of Franklin Lane endured a severe accident while operating a binder on Thursday. His right hand caught, tearing away the first and third fingers. He is recovering as well as possible under medical care. Also noted are local relics and a mention of the Usher cup exhibit, plus news of Dr J P Stewart's body being sent home to Clay Center after dying on a Rock Island train.
Rubber tires available for sale with new stock and workmanship. An optician Anna E Cayvan offers eye consultations at Fairfax after Ort 12.
A roundup of church activities lists Christian Science services at First Church of Christ Scientist with morning and evening sessions, Sunday School, and Wednesday meetings. Plymouth Congregational Church details morning and evening worship with visiting speakers, Rally Day, and youth events. Plus notice of a Manufacturer's demonstration regarding interior woodwork at 800 Mass St and Bible School attendance data.
A crowded church page lists Trinity Church Holy Communion at 7 30 a m morning prayers and sermon at 10 30 a m Sunday school at noon Evening prayer at 7 30 p m English Lutheran Sunday school at 9 45 a m divine worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Luther League at 6 45 p m Public invited United Presbyterian holds Sabbath school at 10 a m services at 11 a m elders installation during the morning sermon What meaneth these words follow the sermon Christ ian Hope AW are invited St Luke A M E opens new conference rear St Luke church Warren and New York tsp The pulpit by Friends church ministers at 7 a m afternoon worship at 1 45 p m and 7 40 p m German M E rally day and sermons at 1 p m Epworth League at 7 35 p m First Baptist sermon morning and evening by visiting ministers First Unitarian preaching at 11 a m Sunday school at 12 00 noon First Methodist Episcopal Church and other churches advertise services and events inviting all to attend, with various Leagues, songs, and recitals throughout the day.
The Y M G A invites men to join a Sunday 3 p m gathering at the Nickel with President Stanley as speaker. Gospel songs by a male quartet. Refreshments and quick service from KE G Saxman & Co after skating at Rinl Rink. 1031 Mass St.
The Ingleside club met with Mrs. John Hutt and shared vacation reminiscences. Albert K. Wilson spoke on Masonry and Acacia’s goals. Out-of-town guests included W. C G. Bullen of Liverpool. The evening featured whist, social discourse, and greetings to new brethren.
Miss Gertrude Gilmore hosts informal evening entertainments and Trinity church reception. Rumors swirl of a high profile engagement involving Mr Will Mosk and Miss Ida Emmerson. A Presbyterian reception for Rev J A Brush and family, KU students at games, and numerous local visits and travel announcements fill the society page.
Minnie Dupree stars in The Road to Yesterday at the Opera House, delivering a psychological, light drama about living past moments. The London tour and Shubert company are praised for staging, with Dupree singled out as the town’s standout performer and the supporting cast acclaimed as strong.
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