24 Dec 1924
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1924
Page
1
A chaotic scene unfolds as a group traveling toward Paris encounters a deadly crash and explosion. The engine fire spreads rapidly, destroying a machine and killing multiple passengers and crew. Rescue efforts fail as embers ignite remains and the collapse of the wreckage seals the tragedy.
A damaged OCR passage describes a poisoning investigation with references to postal employees and named individuals. The text includes disjointed quotes, alleged motives, and mentions of examinations, responsibility, and possible contamination. The fragmentary nature limits clear narrative details or outcomes.
Readable portions describe a local Christmas tree sale in Minneapolis with price changes from five to ten dollars for smaller trees and discounts for odd years. The garbled text references lighting and retailers offering trees at night with varying prices and potential local event flip.
In Albuquerque a dramatic probate and funeral scene unfolds after the death of millionaire Wit McClintock. The will entrusts roughly $2,000,000 with a yearly annuity of $8,000 for Miss Isabelle Pone McClintock, while attendants and a wedding arrangement feature prominently. Chief Justice Hopkins and coroner Oscar Wolff preside as details emerge of the late youth’s guardians, the Shepherds, and a battle over custody, finances, and funeral arrangements.
Snow blankets the state with record depths and widespread travel disruption. Reports place most areas between three and five inches, with some spots in northern regions dropping below ten inches. Temperatures plummet to well below zero across multiple counties as officials warn of continued severe weather and blo cked roadways.
A letter to Bangus Poultry dealers urges withholding poultry from the market pending a thorough investigation. The New York group seeks an embargo on poultry imports from the cep and other states to address concerns at the market.
Burglars entered six stores and the Paradise post office near Fort Worth Texas by forcing front doors. They damaged the Rock Island station at Taradise and stole mail and money from packages. Postmaster Frost reports losses between two and three dollars and warns local police to be on alert.
Topeka state hospital authorities exonerated after governor said investigations show no mistreatment of O. idarker. An autopsy by Clark and two physicians found no injuries causing death. Zarker died twelve days after returning home from the hospital from a paralytic stroke. He was a former Santa Fe railway employee laid to rest at a Masonic funeral.
The Christmas eve service at Trinity Episcopal begins at 11 o clock tonight with candles illuminating the church. The choir will carry candles in the procession and recessional, directed by Miss Hole Pendleton, highlighting the occasion’s meaning as part of the lights and music. Jail officials were busy shoveling snow from sidewalks around the city.
Journal-World readers invited to vote in district contest selecting the Kansas Wheat Girl finalist. Eight candidates, including a local farm girl, are listed for the final election to be held in Topeka. Ballots must be postmarked by midnight Monday or delivered to the Journal-World office by 6 pm December 29.
Western Kansas reports impassable roads due to heavy drifting snow. Salina and Pittsburg record subzero wind chills with temperatures around two degrees above. Snow began earlier and continued with total accumulations near two inches by 8 o clock. Christmastime frigid air prevails as police report a drunkenness charge against Asher Paseda, with a court date set for January 2.
Fragmentary OCR text references a Brooklyn firm, a signed ink note, and financial figures amid unclear context. Names, dates, and concrete events are unreadable, but the snippet hints at a company dispute and cash amounts tied to a shipment or sale.
A county farm Christmas program drew inmates from the state facility to perform songs and readings for residents. Musial numbers led by a trio including Williams and Gruber highlighted the night, with holiday fare and a reception by the American Legion. The group then visited Lawrence and shared the show with thirty inmates, continuing the season’s outreach.
Fragmentary OCR describes a criminal case and custody dispute with references to a trial date, judges, and alleged misconduct. Reportedly, a custody and criminal proceeding involves a judge named Fugus and a courtroom confrontation. Widespread street damage and pension issues are mentioned, with unclear timeline and participants.
Legion members distribute baskets to needy families on a day in May. Prized items include fruit apples bread potatoes and dairy. Local organizers and volunteers, including named committee members and officials, oversee delivery and safety.
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