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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1886
Page
5
Fragment of a railroad timetable listing various departure times such as four p.m and later entries. Mentions Lawrence and Xeforla Railway with unclear route data and several unreadable symbols or misprints. Strong entities include railway and station references though specific names and times are partially garbled.
Thursday's news covers Vinland Grange ball for library funds, protracted church meetings in North Lawrence, and varied local happenings. It notes mixed weather outlooks, livestock ailments, a drunken street incident, and ongoing sleighing and coasting enthusiasm amid caution about safety.
An enthusiastic audience praised Adelaide Moore in As You Like It at the Opera House. Despite a cold she delivered a flawless Rosalind and drew warm applause, with the supporting company earning general acclaim for a strong repertoire. A curtain mishap in the final scene did not dull the reception. Obituary: James P. Foster, born in Ohio in 1833, died suddenly while living near Lawrence. He was known for integrity, hospitality, and faithful church service, with a funeral at the Methodist church and burial at Oak Hill cemetery.
A meeting of leading citizens and business men in the Chamber of Commerce rooms voiced confidence in Governor E. G. Ross of New Mexico. Mayor Poehler chaired. R W Cunningham served as secretary. A resolutions committee led by Judge Emery Geo Innes and F W Read presented the unanimous resolution urging senators to support Ross's confirmation as governor.
Last evening the G A R woman’s relief corps held the first public entertainment in the new G A R ball. About three hundred attended as the North Lawrence quartet performed well and recitations impressed. Miss Birdie Starr sang a Tyrolean waltz. Mrs. Andrews thanked all helpers and patrons. The event boosted the ball’s social and financial success. The University Science Club held a banquet in the assay room with oysters and chemist style cooking by Prof Bailey. Members enjoyed songs, stories and toasts. the gathering was deemed a success, the second such event in a few months.
The issue reports a blizzard threat after high winds, along with local items: horse sale Ephriam Smooth to eastern buyers. Purrington case postponed to February 3. Jacob Poe dies after wagon accident. weather shows warmth but cold temps. marriage prospects for Owin Merklin and Fannie Britton. Dr Simmons reports on Mr Kelley custody in Marion township. Usher Guards dances with First Regiment band. licenses renewals and city treasury gains. thirteen tramps in jail yard face humbling conditions.
Public examination for Douglas county teachers at the Central school building Lawrence Saturday January 30 1884 at 9 oclock in the morning. J C Banta County Superintendent. Also advertisement for Woolford's Sanitary Lotion cure for mange and scratches in 30 minutes sold by Barber Bros druggists Lawrence.
The city regains a bustling mood as law students held moot court at the courthouse, Pierson Bros. supply a giant belt for mill and new electrics, and poles arrive for light wires. Reports update on a wagon accident near Wilder’s shirt factory, a false death claim about Dr. Doe, Methodist society socials, and local exploits by tramps thwarted by Marshal Prentice.
A busy slice of Lawrence County life with obituaries, social events, and local notes. Funeral details for Robert Winters’ son, Aunt Harriet’s death, sleighing mischief with cow bells, a new mosquito fan display, and court activity sparingly noted.
The fortnightly chamber of commerce session will be held next Friday evening the 29th at 4 o'clock. All members and business and professional people are invited to attend to support the Movement to Advance Ely's business interests with prompt, decisive action and shared counsel. Girl Wanted to do housework in a private family Mrs W T Sinclate southwest corner Ohla and Pinckney.
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