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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1908
Page
4
Partly cloudy conditions forecast for Kansas and Chicago with mentions of local ads. Promotions include Houston’s Milk Chocolate croquettes at five cents a package and photography services at Wiedemann's, Moffett’s satisfactory photography offers, and Ed Parsons jeweler showcasing silverware with competitive prices.
The Kanwaka district reports the Janes’ school house activity and a fire loss prompt reopening at Will Buehheim’s home on Oct 14. Visitors to the Kansas City Royal Stock Show include Walter Pontius and others. Simuel Ruchheim builds a new house. several residents move to Lagersol Place. The electric line survey along Kanwaka’s southern border draws mild farmer concern. Post card shop Boughton’s advertises new stock at 1025 Mass. St. in Lawrence.
The notice promotes Wolf and Menzel West End Bakery offering breads cakes pies and more. It invites inspection of the bakery and mentions the North Lawrence Branch at A Ewings on Elm Street and notes Black Seal cigars have stood the heat for six years proving satisfaction.
A poet named J B Stringer, once in Lawrence, writes a journal letter claiming he wrote poems to local young ladies he cannot recall. He notes his Missouri farm ties yet vows continued writing plays and poetry. He references political ambitions and a shift in party support.
A dog writes a letter protesting muzzling after claims of unfair treatment for good dogs while some canines are suspected of rabies. The author questions why all dogs suffer because some are dangerous and argues against blanket restrictions. The piece frames a pet's view of canine civil rights and public safety.
The annual meeting of the Presbyterian church and congregation will be held in the chapel on Worden evening October 21 at 7 40. All wankers are urged to be present. J G Stevenson Clerk. Electric light in stables advised to prevent fires.
Hugh P. Farrelly, candidate for U S senator, predicts a broad Democratic gain in the legislature with western districts delivering most Democratic lawmakers. He faults Bristow’s stance on religion and labor and urges letting voters decide on the senatorial question. Farrelly says Bristow’s election depends on a Democratic majority.
Parker's Suits Fit offers tailored garments while Fred W Fein in the Jackson block will advise on electrical work and provide coal estimates. Palace of Sweets advertises fresh daily home made candies. A society sale and variety notices appear with numerous product plugs and local business mentions.
Rain last night ended the long drought and praised as timely. Farmers, previously unable to sow wheat, saw the land start to grow again. Funeral for Mr. Mossler held at 2:30 p.m. at the family home with Rev. Bennet and Elks lodge service. interment at Oak Hill cemetery.
Rev Milton was a Kansas City passenger this morning. C Moyes left today for Denver after a visit here. Miss Ethel Riley was a Kansas City passenger this morning. Miss Julian Flinn went to Kansas City today for a short stay. Mrs E Reber returned today to Rapid City after a visit here. W Grant of Chicago is spending a few days with old friends. Mrs Amelia Wade, guest of Judge Banks, left last night for Denver. Grace Leavenport of Baker visited Miss Grace Hornaday yesterday. C Fisher left today for San Francisco to join the Philippines mission. Mrs C Se Zimmerman returned home in Hadara after visiting Mrs Fritz Lackan. Martin of Winfield, visiting S J Suwek, went to Garhe today for a short stay.
Princess Theresa Amovivyi, an Iraqi princess, traveled to Lawrence and spoke no English. Stranded in Kansas City, she faced improper advances claims and relied on local interpreter Deb Shaw to guide her to Santa Fe depot and back toward Kansas City.
Chairman Dolley asks county chairmen to ensure competent election boards. Democratic leaders warn of possible irregularities as election day approaches, with a statewide telegram urging watchfulness. Republican Chairman Polley also urges careful board selection to ensure honest, active stewards.
The notice reports the death of Jane Elizabeth Myers at 343 New York Street from typhoid fever born in Dayton Ohio September 4 1540. It lists three daughters and funeral details with Rev Milton officiating. A separate item notes the wedding of Maude Wil king and Rev. O ty Deever at the First United Brethren church. Also a death of David Thornton aged 53 and burial plans at Oak Hill cemetery accompany local real estate transfers and a hardware/advertising mention.
Ordinance No. 371 validates September 20 1908 actions and Ordinance No. 370 dated September 20 1908 governs contract with Kansas Southwestern company to build power depots and tracks in Wichita Falls with publication rules and deadlines. City Clerk L. Brooks and Mayor Geo Barker sign the document.
Durable blucher style little boys shoes with low heel and sturdy sole. Available sizes range from 6 to 8.
The October 30 and 31 examination in Lawrence starts at 8 o'clock with entrants required to attend. Subjects include Vine finemen Geography Penmanship Constitution Literature Orthography United States History Reading Arithmetic Physics Kansas History Book kerpit Grammar Theory and Practice Algebra. The notice also mentions Tungsten lamp advances from Fred W Fein and increased light output.
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