Wisconsin Grain Freight Rates and State Law Impact
Wisconsin freight rate changes cut grain costs for farmers along affected lines, boosting Milwaukee grain markets and reducing shipping to Chicago. The 1905 rate and railroad commission laws, praised by supporters, aim to balance public and railroad interests while increasing state railroad taxes. A. R. Hall backs Lenroot for governor amid political maneuvering.
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Wisconsin
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Railroad Commission
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Chicago
Old Man Aiken Sings Through Minneapolis Encampment
A Milwaukee man writes to G A R officials saying Ma will take a hotel or restaurant job for the encampment in Minneapolis as veterans await Aiken’s fate. Aiken, claiming to be 59, performs a tuneless derisive song across streets, trains, and guardhouses, provoking mixed reactions and a telegram about his future.
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la Crosse Tribune Special Dispatch
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Milwaukee
Aiken
Tribune
Academy of Music
Old Man
Fanny Fan
Mr. Aiken
Dr. Dippy
Rock County Debates Women Voting in Primaries
A stream of local opinions follows reports that Rock County officials will prepare ballots to allow women to vote in upcoming primaries. County Auditor Bruce says the decision is final, citing authority, while County Attorney Christopherson disagrees and may prompt court action.
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C. H. Christopherson
Wisconsin Postmasters Plan Convention Focus On Rural Roads
The Wisconsin Postmasters Association will meet in Milwaukee during the state fair week with improved country roads as a main topic. President W. B. Tscharner says a committee may go to the next legislature for action after a failed Madison delegation last year. Rural carriers statewide require better road conditions.
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Milwaukee
Wisconsin
W. B. Tscharner
Madison
La Crosse Seeks Proposals for Special Street Bonds
The city of La Crosse invites sealed proposals by August 16 1906 for the purchase of up to ten 200 dollar special street improvement bonds to fund macadamizing and cement curbs and gutters on Jackson street. Bonds bear 5 percent interest payable semi annually, dated August 15 1906, with final due dates each August 15 starting 1907. Proposals will be opened at the city clerk’s office and awarded to the highest cash bidder, at par or above, with bids to be sent to the city clerk.
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Wisconsin
City of la Cross
la Crosse
Child Lost in Woods Missing for a Week in Copper Country
In Lake Linden Michigan a 3-year-old boy, son of John Karvala, vanished a week ago while en route with peers. Despite constant search parties, no trace has been found and authorities fear the child may be dead, noting wolves sighting rumors but not believed.
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Lake Linden
Migh
John Karvala
Allorez
Lyiing
Copper Country
Allouez
Virginia Hoge Weds Marchese Emilio San Germano of Rome
Miss Virginia Randolph Bolling Hoge marries Marchese Emilio San Germano of Rome in Louisville. The ceremony is by Rev. Dr. Peyton Harrison Hoge, the bride’s father. Couple to tour New York and Saratoga before sailing to Naples and Rome. Dr. George Powell serves as consulting physician.
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Virginia Randolph Bolling Hoge
Marchese
Emilio San Germano
Rome
Italy
Peyton Harrison Hoge
South
New York
Saratoga
Naples
Bear baiting and rule by desire in ads warns readers
The quotation notes Puritans ended bear baiting not from cruelty but spectator pleasure. It compares that to landlords partners or employers who seek to rule, urging readers to break free by reading the want ads.
La Crosse Tribune Front Page Overview
The La Crosse Tribune delivers an initial look at regional news, sports, and weather with early headlines. It highlights local government actions, community events, and notable reports impacting the Lacrosse area, pacing the day’s information for readers.
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