13 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
1
A fragmented item discusses Progressive doctrine and gospel white speaking at a late night event. References to Wilson and Bain suggest tensions between Progressive and Democratic parties and debates on who holds power against the strong. The summary preserves entities like Wilson and Bain and the notion of party competition.
A fragment outlines Progressive era demands from We A. Whift's address. It advocates federal control of interstate trade, shorter hours for wage earners, better conditions and fair wages, abolition of child labor, and end to women’s work in jobs alongside men during long hours.
The Progressive movement speaker from Chicago described a plan to use initiative recall and federal control of large inter state concerns to promote fair profits, lower prices, and just wages. He urged unity between factions and urged state committees to back recalls of officers when out of harmony.
A fringe political plea urges working for broad social rights over party lines. It stresses justice, unity, and plans to organize in Topeka, urging readers to join conventions and county and precinct groups despite offering no prizes or offices.
The Journal-World asserts it has the largest daily circulation in towns like Lawrence, presenting sworn figures as of October 1, 1912. A canvass says about 95 of 100 homes in the county receive it, with wide coverage into Jefferson, Leavenworth, Johnson and surrounding counties. It notes readership among Lawrence High and Baker University students and argues its advertising rates make it the state’s top medium.
A Kansas gathering features speeches by Governor Stubbs and William Allen White, amid strong Progressive rhetoric. Speakers condemn old party alignments, celebrate a shift toward progressive principles, and promise battles for home and family parity with women’s participation.
The council weighs a petition plan to require a citywide vote on adopting a new class voting law. Provisions cover ward by ward adoption, signatures threshold, and timing for a special election if the petition gains 40 percent of eligible voters. The measure preserves voting rights regardless of sex.
A garbled dispatch from Indianapolis December reports a trial day with conflicting phrases. The text mentions a defendant Morris of St Let and references to Milwaukee labor issues, kidnapping, and a judge's rulings. The unclear wording leaves the verdict and actions by officials unresolved.
Indignation in Pittsburg leads to protest by school heads and citizens. Mayer Graves announces an immediate effort to abolish vulgar displays and regulate saloons, aiming to curb unruly entertainment.
A fragmented tale from a police court narrative describes Willie Wernsen, a young man. It covers his dramatic life, a murder, and alleged romance as police court proceedings unfold. The author notes the piece is sensational and questions its merit.
A fragmentary report outlines a Washington inquiry into gambling related activity linked to the exchange. It mentions counsel, witnesses, and possible sales schemes, noting concerns about illicit money flows and high level involvement while avoiding graphic detail.
Washington reports that October imports of luxuries into the United States likely set a high record. The Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce estimates total luxury imports for 1912 could reach $250,000,000. October figures ran high versus 1911, with steel and cashing goods noted, signaling a broad upturn in luxury shipments.
In a rough report from St Joseph Nebraska a robbery spree left two towns unsettled as a gang allegedly raided a safe and fled toward Amity Maine, with general Steve A noted among those involved. The tale remains fragmentary as the morning details are unclear and local officials seek further information.
In Joplin Missouri on December 13, Gus Hadley, Donaldson, and Savon HB were involved in parole matters for a prisoner serving a fourteen year term. The parole was issued to relieve Missouri bondsmen of Donaldson’s failure to produce him after an Illinois sentence was affirmed. Donaldson acted in both states, involving money under false pretenses and appealing both cases.
The stage is set in London for a Monday meeting as plenipotentiaries work to redraw the Near East map. Turkish, Bulgarian, Serbian, Montenegrin, and Greek delegations prepare to discuss the armistice terms and peace conference arrangements amid a mass of diplomatic preparations in the capital.
The Faxon Newman shoe business sold to Gibbs Clothing Co of Topeka. Gibbs will run a sale in Lawrence next week. Faxon started the store about twenty years ago with Tod Newman as partner. Newman has not disclosed plans. Faxon will retire from active business. The firm was a popular, steady establishment in the period.
A garbled report claimed a Norif Laweenee woman killed her child but investigators found no supporting evidence. The governor stated no facts substantiate the rumor as Congress adjourned December 19 and Whitelaw Reid, U.S. ambassador to Britain, is seriously ill from asthma.
The Lawrence legislature prepares to hear Water Question 10 as the University of Kansas board seeks state action on a budget fix and methods for improving fire safety. A resolution to secure all needed cooperation from the State Auditor and legislature was advanced, with talks on new engineering courses and staff appointments alongside degree awards to four graduates.
The attorney general accuses Miladelphin and other confectioners of anti union actions and price fixing. He seeks dissolution of the alliance and injunctive relief. The complaint argues the conduct violates common rights and federal law.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a poisoning incident involving Mead Mrs. Rosengreen and others, with unclear names and damaged lines. The few readable details mention an attempt or exposure, a potential victim named Rosengreen, and an ensuing medical condition with possible recovery.
A tire fire or structural collapse in a north site tenement caused the walls to fall, forcing residents to flee into the streets. Among those affected were women and men, with emergency crews guiding occupants to safety as the damaged building faced stabilization efforts.
Masked men in a Georgia town seized John Watkins early this morning and escorted him to the town center where he was severely whipped. Watkins reportedly was ordered to leave for three days after refusing to abandon several matters.
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