A Dishonest Appeal
A Tribune correspondence rebuts a claim that a federal income tax amendment would let a simple majority tax laborers by up to one quarter of wages. The piece notes past war era taxes exempted laborers and argues Congress would balk at widespread wage taxation in peacetime. It also cites Illinois tax powers and potential taxpayer revolt as reasons the dangerous majority claim is unfounded.
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The
Chicago Tribune
Tribune
Madera
Congress
the Tribune
Dia
Dangerous power of majority in congress warned
A Tribune correspondent warns that a simple majority could declare war and draft laborers, but states such power would be struck from constitutions. The piece accuses bias in portraying labor taxation and asserts Wisconsin will pass the amendment, urging labor voters to see through the rhetoric.
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Congress
Tribune
Wisconsin
Worrying About Tom A Delayed Cook Candidacy Sparks Debate
The reactionary press frets over Governor Cook's impact on the progressive cause. The piece argues Cook's entry divides reactionaries, leaving progressives with a single candidate while Sen Morris and McGovern face pressure from party insiders. It notes Morris has often faced sacrifice in the past but Cook solidifies a win. Tom Morris travels, browns up country, remains unfazed.
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Mr. Cook
la Follette
Morris
McGovern
Tom” Morris
Cook
Hudnall
Stephenson
Strange
Tom
Brown
Roosevelt Seeks Another Term After Tariff Reform
The article notes Roosevelt’s openness to another presidential run after tariff reform and his plan to focus on political pursuits. It highlights Jim’s likely support for a second term and the shift away from previous life-saving expeditions.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Jim
Sam Cook and Hudnall Seen Together in Milwaukee
The Sentinel reports Sam Cook and Hudnall appearing in Milwaukee together with no political significance noted by those who should know.
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Sam Cook
Hudnall
Milwaukee
The
Sentinel
Civil service law limits political meddling by workers
Critics note the new civil service law bars all employees including game wardens from political activity. They question how staff will spend idle time while staying compliant with the rules.
Rockefeller earns ten thousand daily without work
A report highlights John Rockefeller drawing ten thousand dollars per day in earnings while his reporter’s salary appears equally high six days before payment is due.
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John Rockefeller
Beauty Doctors Endorse Herpicide In Portland Letters
Two beauty professionals in Portland praise Newbro's Herpicide for stopping hair loss and dandruff. Bertha A. Trullinger and Grace Dodge sign statements from Oregon addresses, noting superior results and recommending the product sold by druggists. Sample available for 16 cents through The Herpicide Co. and Hoeschler Bros., agents.
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Newbro
Bertha A. Trullinger
Morrison St
Portland
Ore
Grace Dodge
Sixth St
Herpicide Co
Detroit
Mich
Hoeschler Bros
Two Merry Tramps and Mille Mischief at La Crosse Theatre
Critic praise for Wood and Ward production Two Merry Tramps a musical comedy with a strong cast led by Miss Bennett and Corrinne McDonald plays at La Crosse theatre with a matinee and night show. Shuberts present Mille Mischief starring Corrinne in Vienna opera style with a large chorus and catchy scores. The Blue Mouse farce from New York also heads to La Crosse theatre in August after a successful tour.
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Wood & Ward
Middle West
Bessie Bennett
Margaret McDonald
Corrinne McDonald
Jenette Irwin
Mamie Epps
la Crosse Theatre
Army Corps
Corinne
Shuberts
Blue Mouse
New York
Shubert
Lyric Theatre
San Francisco
May Prove Fatal Kidney Trouble Warning
La Crosse Wisconsin resident Fred L Mabie recalls kidney pain starting after a spine injury. He credits Doans Kidney Pills from Erharts drug store with relief and says they cure kidney trouble, priced 59 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY agents.
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la Crosse
Fred L. Mabie
S. Eighth St
Wis
Doan
Erhart
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United
Bijou to Feature Rossiter Kid Act and Card Tricks
Advance notices promise a superb Bijou bill next week led by Rossiter's A Bunch of Kids a lively farmyard kid act with new songs by Harry S Robinson. Also featured are Herbert Brooks in card tricks with Vic Walker, Lorraine Mitchell the singing comedienne and Tom Mahoney the president.
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Rossiter
Harry S. Robinson
America
Koppelberger
Herbert Brooks
Brooks
England
Vic Walker
Lorraine Mitchell
Tom Mahoney
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles Farewell to Tennessee
A Tennessee themed verse laments leaving the state due to dryness. The speaker recalls childhood, corn whiskey, and moonshine culture while declaring departure from Tennessee.
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Tennnessee
Tennessee
Uncle Joe’s New York Hotel Mixup
In New York Uncle Joe Cannon tried to register at the Astor but the clerk denied any record. He had earlier checked in at the Knickerbocker and moments of confusion followed as he corrected the mistake. He remarked that he was getting forgetful before leaving into the night.
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Uncle Joe
New York
Hotel Astor
Knickerbocker
Broadway
Astor
Joe
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Arnold Armstrong
Gertrude
Barbara Fitzhugh
Mr. Jarvis
Greenwood Club
Mr. Horton
Jameison
Ari Anatomical Wonder and Honest Heart Quip
A Buffalo Enquirer item notes Senator Beveridge criticizing a hot headed congressman. A constituent complains of shabby tank stained crash trousers. The congressman retorts that his trousers are snobby but cover a warm and honest heart.
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Senator Beveridge
Buffalo Enquirer
Butcher-What can I send you to day, Mrs Styles
Mrs Storles asks for a leg of mutton from a black sheep as they observe mourning, prompting a humorous reply in the Jewish Ledger.
A Man of No Consequence in Old Home Visit
A Philadelphian and former resident of a northern Pennsylvania town visits his old home and learns the Hoover family fared differently. Tom Hoover thriving as an actor, Bill pursuing art in New York, Mary doing literary work, while Br John never amounted to much yet supported others.
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Pennsylvania
Hoover
Tom Hoover
Bill
New York
Mary
Br John
Argonaut
Absent-minded Quote Sparks Barber Chair Laughs
A New York Times quip describes Wilkins as the most absent minded cuss the speaker has met. The tale says he once wore a newspaper around his neck while in a barber chair and started reading the towel.
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Wilkins
New York Times
Walter and the Lord's Prayer in Sunday School
A Baltimore American piece recalls Walter a mill district boy who joins Sunday school after a Christmas tree invitation. He feigns knowledge of Our Father and amen, with humor from teachers Miss Marjie and Miss G, and Uncle Charlie Seaver. The tale ends with a boat mishap remark and a tidy moral.
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Walter
Small Walter
Yassum
Miss G
Irish songs and stories promise lively hod carriers event
A fragment hints at a performance featuring Irish songs and tales about hod carriers, promising humor and music in a rollicking program.
Circular Staircase echoes and a murdered Arnold Armstrong
Louise’s eerie account of a late night visit and a mysterious intruder haunts the house. I confront the truth with Halsey as we search the east entrance and circular staircase for hidden doors and the killer’s motive.
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Liddy
Arnold
Louise
Arnold Armstrong
Mr. Jamieson
Alex
Halsey J
Captain Stephen Wood in Line for Chicago Police Chief
Chicago papers profile Captain Stephen B. Wood as the probable successor to George M. Shippy. Born 1854 in Binghamton New York, Wood rose from newsboy to detective chief and Chicago police captain, noted for cleaning up the Twenty-second Street area.
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Chicago
Stephen B. Wood
George M. Shippy
Capt. Wood
Binghamton
N. Y
Chicago, Milwaukee
Hyde Park
Brighton
East Chicago
Thirty-fifth Street
Deering
Fiftieth Street
Twenty-second Street
Wamling
McCann
Young Woman Seeks Status Through Marriage
A girl aims to build a name for herself by marrying into a prosperous family. The piece notes societal pressure for women to secure status via marital alliances and explores potential expectations and limitations faced by young suitors.
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