This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
3
A satirical piece mocks Senator La Follette’s removal to a “Potomac” committee, jabs at Fairbanks and Senate inaction, and warns of looming crises from the Potomac as a flood of worries threatens Congress. The verse ends with the refrain All's quiet along the Potomac tonight.
Washington correspondent for the Free Press reports President Roosevelt now prefers broader cooperation with reformers. He had been inclined to push reforms alone, but recent events such as the conservative led Republican National Committee press him to unite “our fellows.” The piece notes past clashes with Spooner La Follette Hughes and Cleveland patronage.
The president plans to unite Hughes La Follette Cummins Tom Johnson Hanly Johnson Crawford Heney and others moving toward progressive policies into a solid front to counter common enemies. He warns against relying on lone figures and favors an army with banners over straggling bands as the best path to victory in the coming convention. He foresees public majority support for this breadth and sanity approach amid high stakes in the contest. SPOTLIGHTS Texas a Western life play opens at La Crosse theatre with four acts and a simple love story. Grace Hayward company to perform a weeklong repertoire to high praise, offering clean bright entertainment with notable vaudeville acts Devere Devere Welch Estes Edward F. Silvers Jessie Egan signed on.
John S. Beggs, president of Milwaukee traction, travels to Washington to persuade the interstate commission that enforced publicity of corporate affairs is harmful. Newspapers in the region contend his fear is exposure of earnings far exceeding investment, potentially pushing for a universal 5 cent fare.
The defense in the Walsh case contends that Walsh told a friend he did not steal what he took, suggesting innocence. Throughout the trial, hints emerge of a new philosophy built on the core question why is a mouse.
The sensational element in the Powers murder case is the gun produced in court as the weapon that fired the fatal shot. Its evident significance rivals the tale of Washington Irving's Dutchman bending a sabre to claim he could parry musket balls with a sword.
A remark by Mr Edwards linking Lieutenant Tom Morris to the style of demagoguery around Senator Robert La Follette reflects on Morris as a figure in the La Follette circle. The comment suggests Edwards honors Morris by associating him with his chief.
Richard Pearson Kisseman Hob son discusses the Pacific cruise hint and wonders if the open-face stem winder can be placed in a hunting case. He raises Question about converting the watch style for portability and concealment during travel.
Mr Jerome the New York prosecutor called Mr Morgan’s Mr Perkins a felon. The remark reflects political rhetoric and suggests partisan tensions in the case.
The source states that Cortelyou says he is not a presidential candidate, a claim presented as convincing enough to imply the president has not abandoned the decisive policy. The remark underscores political maneuvering and the administration circle's stance during the period.
Officials debate adequacy of waiting rooms as street car service faces crowding and delays. Citizens urge improvements while transit planners review station layouts and shelter provisions to speed boarding.
The New York World report discusses growing concerns over Japan’s rise in military and naval strength and China’s reaction. It notes England’s shift from initial Japanese support to caution and China’s protest against recent Japanese treaties seen as infringing sovereignty. It argues unity against a yellow peril beyond racial lines.
A Parisinspired young girl frock is described with options for short or long sleeves and various fabrics. The dress varies from a dressy white lawn version with embroidered trim to a durable red veiling party style. For older girls, cashmere or veiling in pale blue or pink with ribbon trims is suggested, while everyday wear favors dark cashmeres. The pattern 5859 fits ages 4, 6, and 8, with yardage details and mail-order pattern availability from the paper’s Fashion Department for ten cents plus postage.
A St. Joseph weaver, presented by his wife with seven children in three years, received a $10 money order and a note signed Pity. The letter claimed not to be admiration but urged him to stay quiet, and the weaver initially suspected President Roosevelt, though the tone later cast doubt.
A Paris duo plots using a rich American suitor to secure a fortune. A young woman counts 10,000 francs, plans to marry M Hugh Egerton, and contemplates repayment of a 200-franc loan from a trusting American. They consider their future as Mme. Egerton while disguising their need for money.
A narrative scene near Monaco shows Rosemary visiting a plump young hostess and a baby. They banter about languages Hinglish versus French, accents, and differences between babies, while a nurse tends the child. The chapter hints at ongoing plot developments.
A Western humor piece ponders fame and caution while a Kansas open letter questions a Ponce de Leon column. A Wilton Herald item mocks a promised ten thousand dollar salary and urges payment as readers note the sapped humor and aging references.
The Evening Wisconsin argues that debate over sending the fleet to the Pacific is idle and harmful. It asserts the voyage is lawful and not a threat to Britain, France, Germany, or Japan, and urges the expedition to proceed without excessive talk.
A brief note credits Lippincott's with a mention of the Capitoline museum and the legendary she-wolf that, in classical lore, nursed Romulus and Remus. The line evokes mythic origins tied to Rome and archival publication context.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.