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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1909
Page
3
Fine textures and workmanship showcase tailor made suits overcoats and waistcoats at Koch's entrancing fall styles. Visit 727 Mass Street to inspect and select from the latest offerings by the renowned tailor.
The menu at Wiedemann's showcases vanilla chocolate strawberry peach orange and raspberry ice creams. The listing highlights a broad selection, inviting customers to taste the flavors offered.
George a well known colored man in Lawrence dies at home yesterday at 1 50 pm kidney trouble linked to work as paper scraper. Funeral Tuesday 2 30 pm from North Lawrence Baptist church interment Maple Grove Cemetery. Former private in Company H United States Colored Cavalry, aged years. He was a kind, jovial neighbor and longtime local worker for A Mark.
The Journal argues Altawa should build 45 new houses as Lawrence lags its rapid expansion. It notes Ottawa plans 35 houses and Chnsen over 200, Wichita 600 this year, urging Lawrence to annex surrounding land to boost taxable property and speed growth. The piece insists Lawrence must grow faster and not hinder progress.
Fort Scott prepares for a homecoming week starting September 7. A key event on September 10 will be a reunion of all graduates and pupils who attended the Kansas State Normal. A delegation from Lawrence is expected due to the large number of attendees.
Beginning of the University brings several new cars to Lawrence. Flies have moved here to manage the arrivals. Some students also brought automobiles and will keep them in Lawrence during the school year.
Saturday night a disgraceful quarrel occurred on the street involving two men described as father and son in their place of business. They were separated with no arrests. Rumors say both were intoxicated and police are investigating the liquor source.
New opera house seating arrives and will be installed early next week. The renovation adds two aisles and improved arrangements, enhancing comfort and appearance. Shubert season shows, plus four more bookings, are planned for Lawrence this winter.
Will Roberts who was arrested Friday evening for disturbing the peace was fined $8.50 by Police Judge Menger. Georgina Harper Barney Moore M Yeager and Alonzo Strode arrested Friday night on disorderly conduct were each fined $15.50. Unable to pay the fines they were returned to the city jail. Herman Salsbury, arrested at the same time, was acquitted by Judge Menger.
A weather note describes extreme September heat finally relieved by rain. The prior days brought oppressive humidity and record warmth, but last night’s shower cooled surfaces and revived outdoor comfort, ending a troubling heat stretch.
The Methodist church is completing basement Sunday School rooms beautifully fitted at a cost. The rooms will provide ample space for the growing school. The Sunday School is a live wire in the church and doing great work.
About twenty five of the hit high school boys were out today for the first football practice under Captain Martin. The group aims for a better vam than the previous season.
The Froebel Kindergarten will open Monday September 6 at 1318 Tennessee Street. Parents wishing to enroll their children may call at any time or phone Bell 2097 for an appointment. Hours are 9 to 11 45 a m and 1 30 to 3 45 p m.
Wall paper bundles offered at 75c, 2 dollars and 3 dollars each with discounts to $1 00 and $1 50 per bundle. Wolf’s New pianos for rent at Bell Bros. Book store.
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