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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1926
Page
2
The article describes a motor route to Manhattan with details on buses and trains, noting travel times and expected departures. It mentions Lawrence and other points, with weather and road conditions affecting the trip and travel pace.
A garbled note describes a football rally and a boat tie event with teams like the Wildcats and Crimson. It mentions Manhattan and Yells, a crowd, and competition notes, with admission and upcoming games. The text is fragmented but indicates a local sports scene around a key showdown and cheer sections.
Sew ing classes overflow and teachers report strong demand as night sessions fill rapidly. Officials note continued enrollment growth with plans to start a new term after Thanksgiving. The program aims to extend skills across Lawtosk community while maintaining safety and funding.
Richard Anerson won the Junior high school student council presidency in a school election held this morning. His opponent Elisa both Shawnee received substantial support. officials noted he is active in school activities and a good student. Practically every student voted.
An exhibit of free hand drawings directed by Mrs. on display in the Lawrence school showcases the first effort of its kind there. Children colored crayon pictures from books, depicting characters and settings, to develop latent talent and highlight the best work. The display, admired by Friends and others, aims to inspire continued art training through junior and senior high school, fostering real talent by graduation.
The Minervian club gathers for a program on public health led by Miss Frances Patton and Miss Elsie Peterson, with Mrs. Springer hosting refreshments. Local clubs host concerts and open houses at Cosmopolitan House and Methodist church, while fraternity groups plan hay rides and social events featuring Will Shaw, Charlie Quinn, and guitar performances.
Plans for the Kansas University homecoming weekend of October 22 23 are announced by Fred Ellsworth KU Alumni Association secretary. Alumni from Lawrence Topeka Omaha and nearby communities are expected to attend events including a Memorial Stadium rally and a football game. Activities include high school football games campus tours a Memorial Union fund drive and a Nov 2 election day dinner and bazaar by local church groups.
Crowder and Crowder relatives host and visit with many neighbors from Topeka Lawrence and Garfield area over the weekend and midweek. Names include Brown Newstilier Grimes Collins Hodson Armstrong Anderson Shaw Beuerman Athey Morris and others in a social roundup across Lake View and Kanwaka communities.
George Lewis of near Lakeview died this morning at a local hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Donald Fursman will not be permitted to drive a car in Lawrence after a night driving incident.
Inez Johnson, former Oread training high staffer now head of English at Arkansas City high, lectures at University journalism. Miss Henry Etta Scriveder, Lyons English and journalism instructor, visits Lawrence for a university jam conference. several local residents travel or plan events, including Dodderidge, Weaver, Daniels, Kusmaul, Hagten, and Parker, with guests at the Colonial and plans for Aggie Day in Manhattan.
Lecompton area note recounts the second annual Morriss family reunion held at the old Stanton Place near Lecompton on Oct 3. Attendees include George Morriss senior, Ellery Morriss family, Judd Geelan, Ellis Morriss, Ruth Merle Metin, and many Sedgwick County relatives. mentions Grand Lodge in Manhattan and travel to Topeka.
Rainy weather and muddy roads did not stop residents from attending the Overbrook fair. Delbert Hoffman and family visited. Katie Myers has died with funeral Wednesday at 2 PM at Washington Creek church. Charley Simmons shipped cattle to Kansas City. births, travels, and local visits mark a busy week in Bethel including Edgecombe’s newborn son and Lawrence trips.
Prospective Miss Ruiy Rohe spent Tuesday with Mys George Rohe. Numerous locals attended gatherings and visits across Baldwin, Baldwin teachers, Vinland, Eudora, and Sibleyville. Notables include the Breithaupt family shopping in Wellsville, Fred Randel repairing, and many calls at Selzer and Rohe homes.
Daughters Rad and family, Mrs Leland Cendall, and Bert Deay with rein Vin land visited Mr William Tuesday afternoon. Fred Deay and Dr. Wienen called on Mr William Wednesday morning.
In a display at RETRE DRUG STORE and nearby shops, Peggy Prim Shops advertises a varied assortment of jewelry and accessories. The writeup highlights bejeweled necklaces, initial pins, pearl carvings, powder puffs, and the latest beauty items, branding many pieces as stylish yet affordable. Nearby ads promise services from Kirby Cleaners and beauty and fashion goods at Gustafson's and Rankin's Drug Store. The piece stylistically markets fashion and personal care items with vibrant descriptions.
A Chicago inventor, AL Tomson, touts a new oil lamp with brilliant light, no odor, smoke, or noise and easy operation. Claims tested by government and universities. burns 84% air and 6% kerosene. Offers 10 day free trial and agency options to earn up to 250 to 500 monthly.
Des Moines optimistic previews spread across Iowa State and Grinnell camps as they prepare for tomorrow’s opener. Drake’s Ossie Solem cites illness limiting interaction with players while Grinnell relies on Gordon Meetzer and a potent aerial attack. Iowa State sharpens defense against Grinnell, while Lincoln Nebraska readies to travel to St. Louis to face Washington University Bears. Kansas State targets renewed focus on kicking and passing as scrimmages intensify ahead of Kansas clash. Oklahoma and Tulsa prepare for a Saturday clash, with second-string players set to see action and injured players possibly sidelined.
Drake football drills were intense as they prepare to host the Oklahoma Sooners Saturday. Assistant Coach Bill Boeler praised the team’s physical and mental readiness amid Ossie Solem’s illness, noting Drake’s youth will fight hard. Oklahoma veteran lineup includes star Haskins, formerly at Michigan. Ticket sales rise, with crowd expectations high statewide.
Real estate transfer notice mentions Greed and wife to William W. Carter plus another transfer from Greed and wife to an unnamed grantee. Descriptions reference a 71 foot tract near the NW corner of Section 4, Township 13 Range BP, SL, and a LOQKLTL foot tract near the NW corner of Station 7, Township 3. Consideration cited as $2601.
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