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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1912
Page
3
A Denver report details Dr Mitsunaga and colleagues claiming a blood analysis method can distinguish between races, asserting its potential to aid criminal investigations. The article notes experiments, expert opinions, and cautious caution about validity and ethical implications while describing the courtroom context and reactions.
The text reviews historical efforts to identify a slayer’s race using dried samples from crimes in Denver, noting debates on distinguishing between white, Oriental, and other blood sources. It cites Dr. Bennett’s experiments, controversy over blood analysis, and the challenge of proving a suspect’s race from bodily evidence.
Real estate transfers list several Lawrence transactions including Dodson and others to Badger for 75 dollars and multiple lot transfers around Martla and Palmyra. Also notes Trinity Church in Lawrence with Christmas services led by Rev Alexander Edwards and Bishop Millspaugh to administer confirmations and Holy Communion on various December days.
A passenger steamer adrift near the East River was saved after a protracted night. The Seneca stood by with lifeboats lowered for seven men and others aboard as rescuers battled high seas and a damaged propeller. Wireless updates confirmed all aboard were safe and the vessel steered toward the company pier. Local families and the press reported the tense hours and the crew’s efforts to maintain calm amid the peril.
A garbled New Year greeting from Washington Creek reflects festive wishes and community cheer, mentioning Christa Tree and a casual gathering note amid unclear wording. The readable bits suggest a local holiday event or greeting card style communication.
Pleasant Grove lists Christmas vacation dates and exam schedules with various local names and events. Mentions tests, a community market, revival meetings at Baldwin, and residents traveling to Lawrence. Includes several local adults and students with scattered references to Christmas activities and travel.
High Prairie reports Sehuel on vacation Friday and Miss Buel Inula visiting home in Lawrence. Rey Cireon and wife visiting Lin Missouri. Bald and Green’s Hightrairie residents attend rein meetings in Baldwin for two to three weeks with frequent guests including Mr and Mrs Will iam Wrede Geo Boland and others. Wides attended Busby and Haas homes for meals. Ladies Aid held a meeting with Mrs Eq Daniel but Miss Grace Hall was absent.
The fragment cites a contested claim that eczema is a skin disease and discusses topical treatments. It mentions Meritol Bezetin and Mortiol Fexetia Remedy, plus references to medical figures and offices in a building, with unclear site details and names. The text is garbled and jumbled.
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