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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1920
Page
3
The readable fragment presents archaic religious phrasing about entering a sacred place and avoiding folly. It hints at fear before rumors and contrasts fear with offering sacrifices, but the text is garbled and incomplete.
A reflective piece on gifts beyond the material, urging use of the Christmas spirit through smiles, kind words, and helpful days. It stresses that generosity costs little, yet warms hearts and spreads friendship beyond Christmas Day.
Clara Smith Barton faces murder accusations in the Jalie Hannon case. The piece critiques defense strategy, portrays Barton as a glamorous figure, and foresees a sensational trial with jurors and media interest shaping public perception. The narrative hints at cross border flight, romantic melodrama, and courtroom theatrics surrounding the supposed innocence or guilt.
A columnist analyzes a murder case where Attorney strategy hinges on Mrs Hannon’s testimony about Jake. The piece argues the prosecution will use the widow’s emotional impact to sway jurors, while the defense relies on Clara’s courtroom presentation. It notes the deceased is reduced to little more than a two-spot in the game.
The Census Bureau reports over 3,800 deaths from autos in the United States last year. The piece urges caution, noting many fatalities stem from careless crossing and blocked views, with a call to stop, look, and listen to prevent avoidable accidents.
The Mackenzie river region in Canada is reported to sit atop 300000 square miles of land with vast oil, while Alberta's Tar Sands activity reveals 180 cubic miles of Wieselar sands containing oil to fuel centuries at current use. Imperial Oil geologists detected the Fort Norman strike and predict a field rivaling Mexico's output, urging reliance on nature for fuel.
Abe and Marlin ponder if the moment has come for a man to seek the very beer his mother brewed. Secretary Tumulty is shown to manage relations with anyone, easing tensions and keeping diplomacy afloat.
A snowy twilight scene centers Jerry Denton and a terrier as he discovers a girl named Sue cutting a Christmas tree in the small woods near the Denton property. He speaks gently, learns Sue and her aunt want a simple tree for Santa’s belief, and contemplates the impact of kindness.
A family recounts how a quick acting shepherd dog leaped in front of a rampaging steer to seize the baby dress and yank the child away from danger as the cattle drive returned from town. The steer was killed by the uncle, but the dog remains a family pride in Rockford.
Paser shares a Christmas message encouraging readers to make the day special for their father, noting that he will appreciate thoughtful gestures and a cheerful holiday spirit.
A fragment describes a party game Shadow Characters played with a sheet lit by a single lamp, as guests pass behind it to be guessed by a seated player. Interwoven, a debate prompt asks if tall girls are more becoming than short girls, followed by a wartime reunion vignette featuring Dorothy Brooks and a veteran’s memories of overseas service and missing kin.
Sam O Hearn renounces taking Parker’s bribe before a big game. He tells Pinkerton he will not throw the game, then plays hard and helps Columbia win. At home he shares the story with his father, who praises his integrity and offers to buy a talking machine as a joint Christmas gift.
Dorothy and Jerry host a secret plan that brings Mrs. Raymond and children to Jerry’s lavish home. Gifts and gratitude follow as Mrs. Raymond receives family heirlooms and Dorothy gains a lasting future with Jerry, who later marries Garathy in the big house.
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