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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
4
Advertisement states that Bread and Cake raised with Royal Baking Powder are anti-dyspeptic and aid digestion, making hot biscuits rolls doughnuts puddings and crusts finer flavored tastier and more healthful, from Pyder Co New York.
Daily weather report from the Univ of Kansas. Lawrence election coverage notes the largest city registration ever, led by Third ward under Win Newmark and Fourth ward under Ed Sehall. Mentions Armstead Wilson death, local court mood, and hunting interest as weather improves.
An advertisement claims a promotional deal offering free gas and guarantees the heating stove will heat a house or business more efficiently. It mentions uncertainty about gas suppliers and touts a heater manufacturer’s product with a questionable quote.
A consolidated church notices page lists services from Presbyterian, Church of Christ, First Methodist, English Lutheran, Union Sunday School, German M. E., Plymouth Congregational, United Presbyterian, North Lawrence United Brethren, Friends, Trinity, Unitarian, and others. It notes sermon topics, service times, congregational meetings, and special speakers including Elder C. C. Smith of Cincinnati and Miss Carrie Philips of Topeka. Public invited to all services and Sunday school activities.
A Fairfax menu features Cream of Tomato Fairfax Relish Mashed Potatoes Baked Sweet Potatoes German Potato Salad Green Peas Succotash Green Apple Pie Pineapple Sherbet Cocoanut Pie. The lineup emphasizes varied sides and desserts with a vintage home dining tone.
Miss Olga Barteldes hosted sewing club friends for Miss Edna Gardner of Chicago yesterday. Episcopal ladies plan a social with Mrs. Moore on Kentucky street. Beta Theta Pi hosted an informal dance with girlfriends at the chapter house. Young set in Lawrence enjoys evening card games. many details are sketched amid society chatter. Louis Shore and Clara Horrell wed at West Baldwin with Judge Hugh Means officiating. well known locals attend.
A dialogue explains why U S senators are chosen by state legislatures rather than by direct ballot. It notes Bristow as the Republican nominee and states that voters should support Republican candidates for both the state senate and house so they can influence the U S Senate. The primaries deter trades by legislatures and reflect the people’s will.
Reading from Sunday School notes there is mention of past winters and odd weather patterns, recalling a frigid season seventeen years ago. The piece praises youth groups in towns including Kansas City forming Hallowe'en clubs to curb mischief, stressing responsible enjoyment without property damage.
The Haskell football team traveled to Lincoln for a scheduled game with Nebraskit. The second team match against Saute Normal was canceled due to weather. Ed Parsons, jeweler, advertises a fine silverware line with good prices.
Do you want more light then use tungsten lamps. For every 16 candle power carbon filament lamps you may substitute one candle power tungsten lamp without increased current cost or one of 32 candle power at about 30 percent reduction. You may use 80 candle power lamps and save 10 percent on light bills or 48 candle power lamps for 32 candle power lamps and cut bills. If you never had satisfactory photograph try Moffett. We are satisfying some for their first See and enjoy Work feed and finished.
A chaotic performance at the Lawrence opera house provoked strong accusations against University students and a call for reform. Residents condemn the rowdy behavior, praising orderly town life and urging the university to discipline its attendees. Community leaders urge peace, with officials seeking better relations while warning that the majority of students remain orderly.
Brief items list a pure Luvea Olive Oil import, local oil and lubricants at Henry Street suppliers, a Tailor Schuz and Parker, Auto Supply House ads for steam vulcanizing and electric wiring, a Christmas bazaar by Episcopal ladies on December 12, and various small ads for lamps, gloves, and catalogs.
We thank our friends for their sympathy and kindness during our mother’s sickness and death. Gratitude is extended for the beautiful offerings and support from Mr. and Mrs. Messenheimer, Emma Myers, Mr. and Mrs. Griffith.
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