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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1911
Page
3
Editorial argues for judicial fairness toward labor leaders linked to the McNamaras, urging innocence until proven guilty and avoiding broad condemnation of unions. It compares union flaws to church misconduct and emphasizes the resilience of labor institutions and the public’s broad, just view of workers who drive industry.
The Leader-Press is praised for fully relieving Judge Higbee of responsibility in grand jury matters and for a sweeping lecture on court duties and ethics. The piece mocks unsolicited guidance as presumptuous and compares it to a Handy Manual thrust upon the judge.
The Leader Press cites past Milwaukee County grand jury pressure while praising La Crosse County’s district attorney as a fair official who would not use a grand jury for or against any group. The piece argues public trust in the DA’s impartiality remains intact.
A dramatic scene centers on a federal judge declaring his authority to arrest John Murrell. Colonel Fentress and a terrified crowd oppose, while the judge wages a moral battle, threatening deadly consequences to defend the law and end the conspiracy.
Local Rexall ad urges residents with stomach distress or indigestion to try Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets with a money back guarantee after 15 days. It claims prompt relief by neutralizing gastric juices and improving digestion, offering 25c, 50c, and $1.00 sizes. The Rexall Store run by C. T. Erhart promotes Rexall Remedies in the community.
A humorous dialogue between Wigges and Wage questions Charlie Saphedde’s balance. Wage quips that Saphedde parts his hair in the middle, sparking playful commentary on appearance.
A traditional remedy claims six ounces gin mixed with Murax Compound and Buchu fluid extract aids weak kidneys and bladder. Dosage is one to two tea spoonfuls after meals and at bedtime to stop kidney or bladder misery and may prevent serious diseases if taken early. Ingredients available at drug stores.
A frightened voice cries shoot and the court house crowd flees to the yard. Fentress is seized from the room and bears into the open space as a struggle ensues at the doorway with Mr. Bowen the minister Mr. Saul and Mr. Wesley trying to restrain him. The pistol action erupts and the scene ends with Fentress reaching for his weapon.
A claimed cure for colds and coughs prescribes two ounces glycerine and half an ounce Concentrated Pine in a half pint whiskey. Shake and take one to two teaspoonfuls after meals and at night, with smaller doses for children. The Globe brand is recommended and touted as a six winter proven remedy.
A Woman's Home Companion tale describes catching birds using a salt trick. Uncle Tom explains a patient approach: creep close, drop salt on the tails, stay still, and hope for success tomorrow. The narrator notes no birds caught today but hopes for another try.
Senator Du Pont tours a Wilmington lawyer’s camping motor car featuring a bath tent beds electric light and stove while observing the construction of a $1 500 000 state road He calls motoring wonderful and urges abolition of reckless speeding amid debate sparked by a quip about chauffeur tongue from the St Louis Globe Democrat
A fragment quotes a character promising to pay Brown ten dollars today. The exchange shows belief both parties understand the debt exists and will be honored, underscoring a tense awareness of obligation.
Miss Helen Dutriey spoke at Nassau Boulevard about flying dangers. She quipped that flying is not dangerous if careful, then tells a joke about a man who asks for life insurance after explaining he has no dangerous habits. The insurer notes they no longer insure pedestrians.
A husband arrives with his wife just as the train departs. Their quick exchange shows blame over delays and impatience, reflecting a domestic moment at the station. The next train becomes a topic of waiting.
A restaurant keeper praises a helper for improving punctuality. He remarks that the worker used to be behind, now comes early, and at last is first. The note captures a light, humorous assurance about timeliness.
Governor Dix shared a Thanksgiving tale at a Albany dinner about a farmer who missed the village church service. The story notes crops were poor yet the service was crowded and the pastor questioned the absent farmer. The farmer replied he would not attend in spirit of sarcasm toward his Maker.
Judge Jacob Tribler of the U S district court quashed indictments against E N Lewis and others after ruling federal grand juries in St Louis have been drawn illegally since 1903 He also voided charges against former Congressman Harry Coudrey and six associates tied to publishing schemes and insurance company promotions.
Senator Kenyon of Iowa introduced a bill to impose jail terms on violators of the Sherman anti trust act. The proposal aims to strengthen enforcement and deter breaches of federal trust regulation.
Senator Culberson introduced a bill to limit corporate contributions to campaign funds, aiming to curb influence in Washington. The proposal occurs alongside broader efforts to regulate political donations.
G H Krell of 1617 Berlin Street urges citizens to oppose state licenses that force farmers to sell and consumers to pay. He criticizes legislators for high living costs, calls for amended laws to protect consumers, and warns voters to elect “men of common sense” at the next election.
In Akron Ohio the mayor faces a street question from a dis turber asking how much cash would secure departure and stay away for life. The exchange prompts questions about the offender’s likely duration of life and the council’s response to the incident.
In Filey England an aviator Hubert Oxley and his passenger Robert Weis died when their monoplane plunged about 300 feet. Authorities investigate the crash site and identify the aircraft and victims.
New York reports a new heir to a great fortune, son of Robert Livingston Gerry, whose mother is a Harriman descendant. Separately John D Rockefeller gains titled property along Sixty-fifth and Sixty-sixth streets to transfer to the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research. Other items note a memoir aim for stage struck girls and a Chicago prank against students.
An old newspaper feature touts spirits as a revolutionary rheumatism cure. It prescribes Toris compound and syrup of Sarsaparilla mixed into whiskey with dosing before meals and at bedtime, claiming immediate results and easy access from druggists.
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