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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1905
Page
4
An alderman proposed using a city public bath as a reform measure by offering baths with every jail sentence to keep tramps away from the city. The remark reflects youthful enthusiasm and concern over urban disorder.
The piece argues reciprocity as the key issue for Americans, urging citizens to write to senators to support reciprocal trade treaties with Germany France Canada and South American nations. It highlights Canada lumber as a double benefit and notes broad public sentiment across agriculture and manufacturing. It ends with assorted editorials and a note on the yellow fever quarantine in Mississippi.
The department of agriculture warns of a southbound migration of white ants from Central America, with the pest already devastating areas in its path. The article contrasts white ants with smaller red and black varieties that have already reached Wisconsin, noting the unique damage caused by termis flavipes.
The speaker vents anger at police and city leaders in La Crosse where distrust runs high. He recalls threats of river punishment and lynching as he describes life among the poor and jailed, citing William Von Arx Jr cultivating corn as a local note from Bush Valley News in the Ahhmakee Journal.
A Dubuque hotel incident features W E Beddow wearing white trousers to breakfast during a hot spell. A head waitress whispered to him that he had forgotten his pants, prompting amused reactions from fellow diners.
A chilling description details a timber destroying queen ant that invades buildings unseen. She enters by day or night and gnaws into a foundation post, line by line, laying about 85,000 eggs daily as the colony grows hidden within the wood until only a fine powder remains.
Readers are urged to satisfy themselves by reading the want ads. The notice emphasizes exploring opportunities with both eyes open to avoid missing possible prospects.
The Spectator notes Chief Byrne and Undersheriff Geott doubt a quick catch for Earl Trainor. They suggest he may flee jail to a hidden hideout then strike a rendezvous with possible gang partners, possibly farther afield, while secret service or officers may still nab him.
Chicago wholesale houses urge Wisconsin patrons to study the new pure food laws and comply. State Dairy and Food Commissioner Emery pledged firm enforcement when effective, while dealers should dispose of goods that will fall under the ban to maintain good business judgment.
The Monona Lake assembly in Madison owns property on Lake Monona valued around 50 000 dollars and may change its name and articles to qualify for tax exemption for church and educational property. The board met and elected Wayne Ramsay T C Richmond and Mrs W S Main as directors with Richmond chosen over Rev Dr E G Updike.
Madison August 3 The executive committee of the board of normal school regents met with architects to study plans for a new state normal school building to replace the old Platteville structure. The last legislature appropriated 150000 dollars. Architects examined include H C Koch Son and A Van Ryn with D E Gelleke of Milwaukee and William Waters of Oshkosh.
Reports show increased fever deaths in New Orleans with healthier authorities not alarmed. Most fatalities are Italians, concentrated in or near the emergency hospital district. Health officer Kohnke says conditions are hopeful despite rising cases and high temperatures. No serious Mississippi quarantine crisis anticipated.
A humorous exchange from a 19th or early 20th century wire service joke item features quips about engagements and a comic line about renting a knot hole for a view of a baseball right fielder's legs. The humor relies on exaggerated dialogue and cartoonish characters.
A reader notice describes a dirty faced boy seen running away quickly from a scene, prompting the New York World to report on the brief incident and chase.
Mr. Graft-My friends know I stand on my record, Mr. Sports-I don't blame you for keeping it out of sight.
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