10 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1896
Page
1
An early Christmas gift idea promotes Pocket Kodak as easy to use for all. Woodward seels as sole agent for these affordable cameras. The notice also lists excursion fares and dates for passes within two hundred miles, with tickets valid through January 1, 1896.
The Springfield Republican urges easing pressure on Kansas praising its education system and moral stance. It defends Kansas against New York and Chicago critiques while noting church attendance sobriety and moral values, contrasting with elite cities and political figures.
Contemporary reports describe dervishes holding ground for nearly two hours under heavy fire, adapting tactics from spear charging to structured rifle defense. Observers praise their coolness and potential as infantry if tamed and disciplined.
A New York Sun column defends women cyclists against common blame when collisions occur. It notes women show confidence and composure, endure scrutiny and hazards from drivers, and often recover quickly after a fall.
An excerpt recounts Marco Polo and Ibn Batuta describing palace entertainments where jugglers supposedly make gold cups fly and conjure feats. A khan’s slave performs levitations and limb transformations before the amir, ending with a dramatic restoration of a boy, leaving the observer shaken.
The Santa Fe Route creates an Industrial Department to foster local business by connecting investors with Western opportunities. James A. Davis is named Industrial Commissioner with Chicago headquarters and will coordinate factory location, market access, and resource development without funding projects or favoring any town.
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