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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1912
Page
5
Fragmentary text indicates a western report where the president elect is urged to appoint an interior secretary. Denver Chamber of Commerce figures foster the move and seek other organizations to join. The wording is garbled but suggests a named potential appointee and coordinating groups in Denver.
The document argues appointing a Western Secretary with knowledge of frontier resources to push development by rail and policy. It emphasizes minerals like silver gold zinc and other ores and expresses hope the President-Elect will pick a Western advocate who will champion and build the region.
A religious community gathers for a Christmas Bazaar at the Methodist church with planned bake sales and a luncheon. Residents attend church dinners, visiting families and sharing in a festive holiday effort. Local notices record gatherings, calls, and social visits through the week.
A vintage advertisement extols Mothers Friend as a trusted aid for pregnancy. It claims the product eases labor discomfort and supports natural processes, urging readers to obtain the tonics from drug stores and to request a free book about expectant mothers.
Telex from Frederick Wise to police reports possible murder link near Letheridge Alberta Canada. A woman matching Mrs Gunness described in letters and telegrams fuels belief the farm owner died under suspicious circumstances. Authorities seek to confirm identity and revive old theories amid a flurry of messages.
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