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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1908
Page
3
Addressing Congress, the president urges stronger public health laws and global effort against tuberculosis. He praises Red Cross support in Wisconsin and notes La Crosse public sentiment is positive, but stresses the need for organized, paid effort to sustain anti tuberculosis campaigns.
The passage urges busy professionals to dedicate moments to the Red Cross crusade. It emphasizes individual energy and resolve, asks readers to check town letters for Red Cross stamps, and to demand accountability from writers, aiming to compel a successful outcome. It underscores personal responsibility in aiding the relief effort.
The Milwaukee Journal argues Senator Stephenson shows reactionary ties by supporting the reappointment of United States District Attorney William G. Wheeler of Janesville. It asserts Wheeler, a longtime foe of progressivism and backer of the Eleventh Story league, marks a clear split between Stephensonism and progressivism and signals a concerted effort to kill the progressive movement in Wisconsin.
Senator Beveridge seeks to bar interstate carriers from handling products of factories or mines employing children under fourteen. The education and labor committee, chaired by Senator Dolliver, will study the measure at session start and may report one way or another. Opposition from constitutional lawyers and Southern states clouds its fate.
The Wisconsin Anti-Tuberculosis Association urges sale of 2,000,000 Red Cross Stamps before 1909 to fund TB campaigns. It notes 2,500 Wisconsin deaths yearly and nationwide tolls in the millions, urging care, prevention, and stamp purchases on Christmas packages to fight the white plague.
A verse fragment attributed to McLandburgh Wilson from the New York Sun, reflecting on Christmas, commerce, and wary speech. The riddlelike lines muse on whispers, allegory, and prudent talk as the year ends, with satirical nods to Wall Street and domestic wiles.
Women’s organizations nationwide flood the Senate with petitions and memorials in support of the legislation. The debate centers on humanity versus dollars, with financial interests perceived as pulling strong influence.
A witty column mocks a senator hopeful and Uncle Ike as a daring rogue. It notes age duties toward responsibility and authority, questions whether the worm would bite if it turned, and ends with a prompt to Bryant & Sisson to order Red Cross stamps.
In Kingston the city charter says disorderly persons may be punished as misdemeanants. The People v Schermerhorn case guides that without a chartered punishment, a recorder lacks authority to sentence five months imprisonment for a disorderly act.
The text argues for electing a Democratic president by an electoral vote free of sectional bias. It imagines a southern balance with a stronger white Republican minority, claiming this would benefit both the South and the nation overall.
The four act comedy drama The Banker's Child will be staged for matinee and night Saturday Dec 12 at the La Crosse theater. Manager Harry Shannon promises one of the season’s best productions with sumptuous scenery and electrical effects and a series of singing and dancing specialties. District Leader will be at the La Crosse theater Sunday Dec 13 with afternoon and evening showings. Seats go on sale Friday morning as interest and reservations trend high. The District Leader features thrilling political situations and a tuneful chorus of well drilled, attractive performers.
Alaska's fur product earns millions yearly but is overshadowed by gold from fast passenger steamers. Tiny schooners still call at remote trading camps for furs ivory and fish, yet their cargoes are largely forgotten in the overall tribute Alaska pays to the United States.
Caroline Lavinia Harrison wife of Benjamin Harrison served as First Lady from 1889 to 1892. Her social reform efforts aimed to improve White House conditions, but her death cut her tenure short. Her successor in Washington society, Mrs Mc Kee, the president's daughter, assumed duties and gained popularity locally.
A man recalls avoiding an embarrassing moment at a banquet when the toastmaster singles him out. Surrounded by eager guests, he swaps the moment with a little imposter who gives a successful impromptu speech, while he recovers with wine.
Six year old Charley Maloney told his father he heard an elephant singing on a calliope practice last Tuesday outside the Post office. The boy’s excited report prompted a humorous, lighthearted moment in Denver.
A suburb school visits by an inspector prompts arithmetic test. Johnny Smith, a star pupil, answers a coal pricing riddle with Three tons, noting the common but incorrect practice. The exchange ends with the teacher admitting the error.
A newspaper snippet reflects social attitudes as a Mrs J faces questions about whether her colored helpers are related to her family. The exchange shows evolving views on race and class in domestic staff hiring.
A playful verse about Mary with a small dog that follows as she jogs. The dog’s cheerful tail wags and Mary explains the dog’s behavior as due to his merry nature.
A traveler watches as the town pauses for a funeral procession to bury Deacon Tightwad. Business halts and children share in the solemn scene while locals explain the turnout without any complaint. A quip follows about a dog owner doing most of the barking.
A New York Post item suggests a controversial test for state governors elect. It proposes sliding governors down boards on three consecutive days to judge fitness for office, noting the Nebraska governor elect has a broken leg from an initial incident.
An elderly passenger asks a bus conductor if the vehicle goes to the Angel. The conductor, after being called Hangel and Ighgate repeatedly, replies that the destination is written on the bus and he has been calling it for some time, offering to ask a policeman for certainty.
A Birmingham pastor finds a boy speaking with a stranger and asks what was said. The lad replies with wit that the pastor is “the present incumbrance,” delivering a sharp quip about the church leader.
A saying notes that gratitude often serves as a step toward requesting additional favors. It suggests polite thanks can mask ongoing expectations and reciprocal pressure.
A local resident cautions others about common scams and how to recognize warning signs, urging vigilance and prudent financial habits to prevent fraud.
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