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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1908
Page
3
The Lacrosse Tribune publishes sworn census style figures for its June 1908 circulation. Official counts reflect reach across local and surrounding communities with totals broken down by editions and print formats.
The piece reflects Hubbard’s epigram on babies as destiny’s dice and discusses how a child shapes parental futures, matters of sacrifice and opportunity, and the duty to raise healthy, productive offspring for a better world. It urges bearing babes to sustain the race and guide them toward righteous productivity.
A broad public debate centers on forming a new political party. Proponents argue for fresh leadership and policy direction while critics warn of fragmentation and unclear aims. The text reflects a provocative editorial stance and a push for political realignment.
The piece argues against a Hearst-led third party and warns that one man cannot dominate a national political movement. It cites Roosevelt Bryan La Follette supporters, Waton's critique, and claims Hearst seeks the presidency via private fortune, risking collapse of any viable party.
The La Crosse Chronicle defends Senator Isaac Stephenson against charges of factional renomination. The paper, aligned with the so called stalwart wing, insists Stephenson is the correct choice and questions critics who labeled him a stalwart candidate.
R B Geldt openly criticizes W E Barber after Barber challenges Geldt during a quiet exit with a bundle of common stock. The confrontation centers on alleged motives and the use of stock in a dispute between the two men.
In a witty exchange from the Bohemian, Mrs. Benham objects to a beard not for the beard itself but for its color clash with her dresses. She suggests raising a single beard to harmonize with her gowns.
A playful verse describes a dapper man with colorful attire and accessories. The New York style riddle hints at a bohemian figure through vivid details of hat band, necktie, diamonds, cuffs, and trousers.
A western bank limits withdrawals to 10 dollars daily amid financial stringency. An eccentric farmer agrees to deliver a Thanksgiving turkey, sends only portions daily as payments deplete. The farmer eventually warns of overdrawing and clarifies the gag with a final turkey leg note.
A Chicago geographer recalls Peary receiving varied packages by mail and express before expeditions. George Ade reportedly sent a noteworthy item marked for the far north, a small keg labeled axle grease for the pole, opened at the farthest point north. A Washington Star quip adds a church sociable note about a woman sharing fine glass.
The piece argues Taft excessively praises Roosevelt, calling the behavior unseemly. It states Taft should be Roosevelt’s political equal and stand independently rather than in Oyster Bay’s reflected glow.
The Milwaukee Free Press praises Senator Stephenson for his reform work and notes the paper's appreciation of his services to the people. It also emphasizes District Attorney McGovern’s role in prosecuting grafters, suggesting the paper might back him for the United States Senate.
In a Maryland town a drygoods merchant and Sunday school superintendent is amused when a girl asks about the price of gloves on his window. The scene contrasts his religious and secular roles as he guides the class through lessons.
Philadelphia child Ethel, daughter of a contractor, explains Atlas was supported by “I suppose he had an American wife.” The quip comes after a teacher asks who bore the world on the shoulders.
A city girl asks why there are only three men on stage. Farmer Border replies they are the farm hands. She questions the absence of the fourth, noting the usual quartet for singing the Old Oaken Bucket.
Vida resists James Kahn as he presses for marriage to gain Romer millions. Kahn, a dangerous Serb with a knife and schemes, stalks at Glebe End, while Vida fears his threats and seeks distance.
The Louisville Courier-Journal attacks Hearst and his newspapers deeming them notoriety seeking. It likens the Independence and socialist parties to side-shows and mocks Taft graft and tariff policy as part of a grand, failing circus finale.
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