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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
3
Congressman James A. Frear of Wisconsin prepares to oppose pork barrel measures funding river and harbor projects despite lacking district harbors. The piece defends his stance against critics and argues political deals reward supporters of pet projects.
A historical column critiques the so called economy campaigns in Wisconsin politics, noting 1911 to 1914 cycles. It cites inflation of expenses, expanding commissions, and party leadership rhetoric, with references to Philipp Harrison and the moose conference, ending with a local note on Jamaica Ginger and Coon Valley tobacco work.
The passage decries reciprocal voting for wasteful projects by Jones and Brown, suggesting Frear’s exposure of pork favors alienates him from the political status quo. It argues his stance risks denying his constituents’ legitimate wants and questions the sacred precincts of the cornucopia.
Motivational poem urging renewal with every sunrise. It speaks of forgiveness, leaving yesterday behind, and embracing today as the new day. The speaker asks the soul to listen to a glad refrain and begin again despite sorrow and sin.
A courtroom scene shows Pat testifying in a civil suit with a judge pressing for details of a prior conversation. The exchange turns evasive as the lawyer seeks key points, while Pat replies that they talked for fifteen minutes. The moment highlights difficulties in eliciting precise testimony from a lay witness.
A newspaper ad touts GETS-IT as a sure corn ender that ends pain and fuss quickly. It claims two drops doom the corn in seconds, with no tape or plasters needed. Priced at 25 cents or sent by E Lawrence & Co., Chicago, and available in La Crosse at Columbian Pharmacy and City Book and Drug Store.
The dialogue notes Pat stating calmly that they talked over the telephone with the defendant. The exchange implies a referenced discussion occurred via telephone between Pat and the defendant.
A man named Harry Jolly visits a shoe store in a swaggering mood. The clerk asks his shoe size and Jolly replies with confidence that he wears two. The quip becomes the talk of the moment among young locals.
In a small town a political office paying $250 yearly drew keen bids. Candidate Ezekiel Hicks, noted for a sharp campaign, failed to win despite a sizable fund. Hicks explained he chose a truck farm over overspending, saying the salary did not justify a $300 expenditure.
Ebenezer Holcombe kept a 1200 pound hog shown at fairs for three years charging 19 cents admission. A traveling man asked to see the famed animal. Holcombe demanded ten cents to enter, the visitor paid a dime, and claimed he had seen the prize hog.
The Wallenburg post office was robbed of $15,000 in currency. Private Howard of Troop F Fifth U S Cavalry, delivering mail to the soldiers’ camp, was arrested before noon.
Eddie Perrin of Stockton California called his summer ride through Shasta and Crater Lake National parks a real back to nature vacation suited for a motorcyclist. A new motorcycle club formed at Charleston South Dakota has 24 members.
A dervish in a tense tavern scene shares hash with a stableman while watching a house. A vigilant guard dog and a servant’s knock raise suspense as the master’s whereabouts remain uncertain amid whispers of an uprising and gifts. The moment hints at an imminent confrontation as the narrative nears a continuation.
Washington reports that Germany released Admiral Neeld of the British navy, son-in-law of Admiral Fisher, after President Wilson appealed. Neeld, a retired disabled officer, had been captured as an alleged spy at a German health resort where he was receiving treatment.
F E Karslake of Oakland California calls his vacation the best ever after a 700 mile motorcycle journey to Mt Lassen.
An old medical notice warns that infant mortality runs high in civilized countries and attributes many deaths to narcotic drops and syrups for children. It promotes Castoria as a safe, effective remedy for fever and circulation, urging use of the product with the authentic signature of Chas. H. Fletcher.
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