Tragedy and Trials Across a Turbulent Wisconsin City
A chaotic montage of incidents unfolds from a flood of reports across Wisconsin. It notes a drowning case involving an expert cannoeist, a violent incident near Overbernd, and a looming trial atmosphere surrounding a prominent defense. It mentions a series of robberies, damaged safes, and safety concerns, with names and locales like Green Bay area, Racine, La Crosse, and Oshkosh referenced alongside police actions and public notices. The item weaves in a royal lineage claim and a golden wedding anniversary, juxtaposed with political candidacy shifts and labor meetings. The spread captures a period of public unrest, crime, and civic updates.
Session adopts platform Milwanker Denveran glite convention
The session adopts a platform to support the Denver plan and electors of Wisrundin. A heated debate follows over adopting a phatferny and the convention’s failure to unify different factions. Key figures include A. d. Setuice of ML Walker guiding the discussion and proposed leadership.
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Milwanker
Denver
Wisrundin
Toms
Eiremtare
A. d. Setuice
ML Walker
Adjust Transfer Trouble In Late Rate Campaign Report
A garbled, OCR style report details a complex transfer dispute amid a late rate campaign. It mentions the Nebraska, Wisconsin regions, and various officials, with references to hearings, commitments, and on paper outcomes, including a multi-party controversy and personnel at several agencies. The passage names names, locations, and actions concerning investigations, bids, and commissions. It also includes scattered mentions of maritime and road events, plus a drowning incident and a-sea rescue, all within a chaotic ledger-like summary.
Are Slipping Back Of Republican Policy Ends U S Merchant Fleet
A critical examination argues Republican policy has eroded the U S merchant marine. It cites 1907 and 1908 ship tonnage declines, with few national ships compared to Britain, and claims protective tariffs deter American vessel ownership. It urges free ships and tariff reform to revive U S shipping and aid farmers and merchants.
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United States
Bezcunat
Agnes
Belgium
China
Keypr
Slam
Portugal
Nut
Toute
Uneie Sam'e
Repubiiedy
Stary
Steipen
Soncreabad
Cnpral
Ita
Bulla Trusc Senands
Atis
Alii
Republican split looms as Littlefield may resign
The article reports Congressman Littlefield, a Republican, considering resignation in September due to friction with President Roosevelt and his policies. It notes Republican platform criticisms of enforcement promises as ineffective and cites seven minor convictions since 1901. It mentions Reid and Foraker as aggressive speakers probing intra party rifts amid labor opposition.
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Littlefield
Taders
Iiber
Roosevelt
Little Reid
Foraker
Trade Tariffs and Monopolies Mentioned in Debates
The excerpt contrasts George Washington's tariff stance with later policy debates. It cites William Maclay's notes on the senate discussion preceding the Dingley tariff and notes tensions between encouraging infant industries and packing rubber monopolies.
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George Washington
William Maclay
Senate
Ita Tenachneaut
Queer Finance Echoes in New York Journal of Commerce
The piece cites Secretary Cortalyou claiming bonds breed prosperity and suggests a shift to bond-backed notes. The article mocks the notion as imprudent and warns it could mislead the public about debt. It also references Bryan and Chicago injunctions as political signals amid banking and finance debates.
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New York Journal of Commerce
Cortalyou
Wasting the People Money in a Defective Year
The article denounces fiscal policy under Republicans, claiming a $60,006,000 revenue deficiency amid a supposed $42,000,000 surplus. It argues tax rates harmed taxpayers, inflated appropriations beyond $1,005,006,000 for 1908–1909, and predicts larger deficits as Congress is urged to curb spending. It also critiques treasury actions on bonds and government deposits as wasteful.
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Avanelas
Laatfall
Republic Party
Congress
United States
Republican Prosperity and Taft Split Debate
A critical piece argues Republicans failed to deliver living wages and equal opportunity, citing wage gaps and high tariffs. It questions a Minnesota candidate’s claim to an accomplishment, warns of a dangerous move toward centralized power, and presses Taft to clarify stance on constitutional interpretations and state lines. The piece forecasts defeat amid internal conflicts and a mis-spelled vice presidential hint.
Wisconsin Campaigns For Prohibition In Legislature Fight
From Madison Wisconsin and Safoon League have begun its campaign by sending thousands of leaflets. Voters are urged to pledge not to vote for any candidate who does not support extending countywide the right to determine whether saloon will exist. Coupons claim 70 percent of funds go to towns for licensing saloons while counties bear court and criminal costs. The league reports rapid returns and plans press runs. Congressional race details follow with party labels and multiple candidates in each district.
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Madison
Wisconsin and
Safoon League
Bsr
Pam
A. G. Humphrey
League
Wisconsin Forest Conservation Commission Appointed
Gov. Davidson forms a Wisconsin state commission to conserve natural resources, joining the national effort led by Pinchot. The panel includes William Irvine, Charles Van Vide, J. A. Birge, George Whiting, J. M. Grim, James H. Stout, and H. H. Bird. It aims to push legislation next winter and cooperate with the federal commission.
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Davidson
Wisconsin
Kopoigke Secordiine
Washington
Giford Pinchot
Federal Bureau of Forestry
New Wisconsin
William Irvine
Chippens 18
Inn Bermiany
Charles R. van Vide
J. A. Birge
Aja? University
George A. Whiting
Appleton
J. M. Grim
Mindison
James H. Stout
Menomonie
HH. P. Bird
Waruscuckee
Colmiiasian
National Commission
Sven
Trofley System for Bringing Letters from the Road
The text describes a roadside letter delivery system with a box hung between posts and a wire to the house. A suspended box runs along the line, pulled by a lever or mechanism to meet a carrier, delivering letters to distant homes. The sketch outlines how a mail box is lowered and retrieved as carts travel the road.
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Ceuta
Cartier
Bnek Fx
Hay Stacking Device Plan Described In Fragment
A fragment describes a hay stacking device with two vertical poles two top pieces and an iron rod linked by a cord. It explains the plan to lift and stack hay efficiently, though details are incomplete and some terms are unclear.
Oyster Shell Bark Treatment Rescues Infected Trees
A writer describes saving diseased orchard trees from scale by applying a kerosene emulsion mix. Neighbors noticed glinde leaves and several trees dying. after scrubbing with the one to seven strength emulsion and washing with soap and water, many trees revived and show new growth. Owners paid for the treatment and expressed satisfaction.
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Hue
Use of the Disk Plow in Different Soils
The TH. M. Banner of Colorado approves the 24 inch disk plow as superior to other plows in many cases, noting it loosens hard ground, handles trash, and requires less sharpening, though it cannot replace moldboard plows where moisture is favorable. The moldboard remains best in irrigated and humid areas, with disk plows suited for dry, hard soil.
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Tn TH. M. Banner
Colorado
Julia
Late Chicks Growth and Varieties of Soil
A report on feed for late hatch chicks showing rapid growth when given balanced nutrition and caution against overreliance on foraging. It notes Plymouth Rock pullets hatch in September can begin laying in five months, while May chicks faced food shortages. Discusses over 500 soil varieties requiring tailored fertilizer plans for successful cultivation and the need for careful soil study.
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Plymouth Rock
Unclear old crop notes amid garbled text
Fragmented OCR fragment discusses hay crop timing and field work practices with scattered references to people, locations, and actions, but most of the content is indecipherable. The readable parts suggest agricultural tasks, equipment, and seasonal notes without a clear narrative or verifiable specifics.
Fragmented OCR narration on cultivation and growth rates
The text presents a garbled account of plant cultivation, growth speed, and agricultural methods. It hints at soil drainage, air flow, and irrigation, with references to growth rates and efficiency, but the wording is corrupted and names or precise facts are unclear.
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Aire Bern
Omar
Gary
Wilih
Tina Bruken
Priya
Crimson Clover Cultivation in Flower Garden Areas
The article describes crimson clover grown in a flower garden and in a south field, noting a large crimson patch on the Atlantic seaboard and its value as a green cover for planting. It mentions limited successful growth north to Delaware and hints at practical uses in cultivation.
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Atlantic Seaboard
Delaware
Practical farming tips from old agricultural notes
Practical points advise keeping livestock away from stored feed, resisting weeds, and selecting crops. It discusses manure, mulch for melons and vegetables, and notes the man with the hoe as a symbol of the farmer. Mulching vines with leaf litter improves melon size and continued fruiting until frost.
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Calton
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