Publicity Prompts Speed Law Debate and Fault Lines
An editorial argues that press coverage of Tim Lewis’s car accident is necessary to deter speeding, despite claims by the car owners that the chauffeur was unfairly treated. It cites police apathy and calls for tougher enforcement, while urging the fire and police commission to act to preserve public safety and reputations. It laments the need for support and respect for law among automobile owners and officials. It ends with a plea for better treatment of a pennant-winning baseball team and leadership to honor past services.
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Tim Lewis
Beloochistan
Fire and Police Commission
la Crosse
Baseball Association
Help the Plucky Champs Face Bad Odds on Field
The Champs, though disorganized and underfunded, win half their games and sit second with bulldog grit. Fans and officials disappoint, yet a cohesive push could lift them toward the Pretzels as scattered players are urged to new positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moore
Hastings
Men of Note William Dean Howells Born in Ohio March 1 1837
William Dean Howells, noted author and editor of major magazines, born in Martins Ferry Ohio on March 1, 1837. He educated himself while working in several newspaper offices, earned a Harvard degree in 1877, rose from compositor to editor, served as U S consul at Venice 1861 1865, married Elinor Mead in Paris 1862, wrote The Rise of Silas Lapham, and made his home in New York City.
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William Dean Howells
Martin’s Ferry
Howells
Harvard University
United States
Venice
Elinor G. Mead
Paris
Silas Lapham
New York City
Philadelphia Inquirer
Chicago
New York
Confidence Between Parents and Children Shapes Their Lives
A column argues fostering open trust between children and parents reduces wrongdoing. Harsh punishment breeds secrecy, while shared confidences deter smoking and self harm. Mary Ann urges mothers to be approachable and maintain a loving home to guide youths away from trouble.
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Mary Ann
Modern Women Seek Better Grooming At Doerflinger Store
Miss Flood representing E Burnham of Chicago demonstrates beauty products at Wm Doerflinger & Co inviting all ladies to call for a free illustrated booklet How to Be Beautiful. Burnham preparations claim to correct facial blemishes wrinkles crow’s feet moth patches discolored skin or blotches and a complete line is shown this week.
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Miss Flood
E. Burnham
Chicago
Wm. Doerflinger & Co
Milwaukee Idea prompts Montana reform on public funds
The Milwaukee Idea, reported by the Butte Inter-Mountain, states Milwaukee has elected a city attorney who intends to enforce laws against public treasurers who divert interest from public funds to private use. The piece suggests ex-treasurers and the present treasurer may face action across Montana cities counties and state in the near future.
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Milwaukee
Butte Inter-Mountain
Montana
Novel yoke blouse fashion hint for many fabrics
A fashion note describes a blouse with a pointed yoke adaptable to handkerchief lawn lace nets silks and light wools. It covers front and back gathered into the yoke with invisible back closure, modest sleeve fullness, a stock collar and hand cuff finish. Materials listed for sizes 32 to 42 inch bust. postage details for the Fashion Department.
Jewel for Child Heroine of Columbia Disaster
Ethel Johnson, a child heroine of the Columbia disaster, received a gold and diamond butterfly from an unknown Portland admirer. An employee delivered the gift to her temporary home with no note beyond the message. Johnson saved Effie Gordon and another man, pulling them to safety as the craft sank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel Johnson
Columbia
R. R. Dingle
Portland
Effie Gordon
Government Ownership and Telegraph Service Costs
The piece argues the federal government cannot seize all public service property over worker grievances but can manage the telegraph business well and cheaply. It notes Western Union and Postal Telegraph profits are strong, supporting living wages for operators, while questioning if some workers are adequately paid and whether they chose the right profession.
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Free Press
Western Union
Postal Telegraph
In Old Kentucky at La Crosse Theatre Monday Aug 19
Philadelphia Inquirer excerpt contrasts Chicago and New York work habits then notes La Crosse Theatre presents In Old Kentucky for fourteen years with unchanged high standards, elaborate production and no cheap scenery.
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Old Kentucky
la Crosse Theatre
Women of Arabia stain fingers and toes red
A brief note describes Arabian women dyeing fingernails and toenails with red pigment as part of traditional adornment. The practice highlights cultural beauty rituals and regional aesthetics without broader context.
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Arabia
Burlesque Show by Billy Watson at La Crosse Theatre
Spotlight notes that Billy Watson and his Burlesquers return to the La Crosse theatre tonight with a revived comedy meant to keep burlesque fans in good humor. The management relies on the draw of the well known comedian to attract capacity audiences.
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Billy Watson
Watson
Bertha Fields
Watson's
Krousemyer’s Alley Burlesque Venture Features Noted Cast
Local theatre reports Mr Watson revives Krousemyer as Phillip Krousemeier in a burlesque with Swan and Bambard on a strong vaudeville bill. The program also showcases the Millership Sisters, Bijou Trio, and Miss Bonnie Whitman amid elaborate costumes, scenery, and electrical effects. Capacity houses expected next week.
Two Merry Tramps Set for La Crosse Theater Show
The long running musical Two Merry Tramps will be staged at the La Crosse theater with a Sunday matinee and evening performance. The production features extensive music and upbeat comedy across its eleven season run.
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la Crosse Theater
To live within one's salary is hard
A quip from the Smart Set notes the difficulty of living on a fixed income, contrasting the challenge of earning a salary with the greater hardship of surviving without it. The line reflects frugal, utilitarian attitudes toward money in a concise, wry mood.
Maverick Saloons Tense Stand Over Indian Trade
Jim navigates a volatile Maverick saloon where Cash’s insult toward an Indigenous woman inflames tensions. With Shorty and Andy backing Cash, Jim foresees a confrontation as Sheriff Bud Hardy looms and the Overland Limited sits outside. Diana and the English party observe the mounting clash and arrival in Maverick.
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Bill
Jim
Carston
Bud Hardy
Shorty
Andy
Overland Limited
Diana
Sir John
Henry
Pointers for Chicago and its civic awakening
An Indianapolis News opinion argues Chicago is still a rough country town, rich in opportunity but lacking the civilizational influence of a true great city. It praises many good residents yet urges a vast awakening of civic conscience and virtue to become not merely large but great.
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Chicago
Indianapolis
New York
London
Paris
Berlin
Millionaire Mammon Brown Buys Marble Mansion
Town Topics notes the tale of Mammon Brown a millionaire who buys a grand mansion gilt lined and marble clad yet finds that true joy cannot be bought. He gathers rumors pictures statues and rings from towns and travels far in search of happiness but remains unsatisfied.
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Mammon Brown
Nature Students and the Misunderstanding of Spelling Reform
William Archer, English critic, told a New York meeting of the reform spelling board that Americans misunderstand their aims and reject extreme changes. He compared common misperceptions to a joke about animal anatomy, noting that the reform concerns the jawbone, not the leg.
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William Archer
Reformed Spelling Board
New York
States
New York Tribune
The Ocean Roared and a Salty Breeze Complimented
A humorous exchange features John noting a faulty breeze that makes his mustache salty while Sue demurely agrees. This light quip from Lippincott's captures a playful seaside moment.
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John
Pretty Sue
Lippincott’s
Whisky Doesn't Keep in Modern Society
A club director discusses liquor licenses for women’s group noting women drink little due to care for appearance. She recalls a Scottish farm tale where whisky won’t keep, illustrating liquor storage limits with a somber folk contrast.
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Seek
Scottish Highlands
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Faversham
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Tabywana
Pike
Nat-u-rithh
Cash
Maverick
Sam
Young Men's Christian Association
Nick
Hawkins
Cal
Toby
Main Street
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