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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1912
Page
6
A perplexing situation unfolds as Ilene makes a right choice with friends at Holliston. The passage notes a payment of $115 as part of the unfolding scene and the comedic tone suggests a lighthearted social moment in town.
Rumors sweep through Topeka and Wichita that David Leahy, long a versatile Kansas newspaper man and former private secretary to Governor Stubbs, will be named deputy U S marshal at the end of Stubbs term. Marshal Jack Harrison has not confirmed any appointment, with the idea under discussion but no bill made.
Readable ad listing a range of ladies items: base and hose sets, slip-ons and raincoats, Mackinaw coats, garments priced from a dollar to over six dollars, including gloves, umbrellas, rain wear, and covered serentes, with various per item costs stated.
Community calendar and notes from Washington Creek mention revival meetings ending, travels to Sabethas Kansas and Velp, a Christmas tree and program at the schoolhouse, and a talk by missionaries from the Philippine Islands. Local visits, shopping, and small notices accompany the blur of names and events, including a Christmas box suggestion from Wiedemann’s and a stray dog reward notice.
Bordentown N J December 18 The two acre estate once the home of Joseph Bonaparte brother of Napoleon and former king of Spain will be restored Harris Hammond son of John Hays Hammond has purchased the property The restoration will include exploring and clearing three secret underground passages and subservant rooms where Bonaparte spent 200000 in hopes the estate might one day serve as a refuge for Napoleon Local lore of hidden treasure vaults connected to the Delaware through five secret access points is noted Joseph Bonaparte lived in Bordentown after emigrating to the United States and left Europe in 1832 returning briefly in 1844
A 1922-11-20 Navy recruitment report notes improvement yet enlistments remain below authorized strength. Officials cite suspension of nationwide advertising and high farm labor wages as factors reducing demand for naval service.
Groceries and meat markets decide to close Christmas Day, seeking equal holiday observance. Firms plan to allow staff to enjoy the full day off, signaling a coordinated schedule change for December 25.
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