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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1912
Page
3
A French scientist argues that males are saltier than females, linking higher blood salt to greater intelligence and development. The treatise claims men excel in reason and physical force, while females are closer to animals in facial angle and senses, offering a controversial, coarse defense of male dominance.
An editorial note discusses Charles K Lush and his critique of the Bull Moose platform. It recalls Lush’s role as publisher of the Chronicle and mentions Meese, a missing plank, and the mysterious view of a pro trust plank, all within a Wisconsin political context.
The passage recalls a note from Colonel Lush to Dr. McCarthy about a supposed Davis plank in the platform and a reprint clipped from a magazine. It alleges the plank was not adopted by the resolutions committee and predicts Davis will refuse to explain when asked.
President elect Wilson issues a forceful rebuke to panic makers and Wall Street agitators. The piece cites Brandeis praising Wilson to carry out pre election promises and argues the Democratic Party itself faces a trial as progressives may split or realign.
Japanese steamboat firm sues to compel allocating seats in lifeboats. Ismays of Japan must await their turn as court action proceeds.
A Kansas judge declares a married woman has the right to lie to her husband. The ruling frames deception as a personal privacy matter and notes implied boundaries in marital relations.
Madison Wis Dec 20 Governor Francis E McGovern said he does not expect to begin writing his message before January 1 He added there is much work after the state board of public affairs meeting and he may not start the writing for ten days or more He also indicated pardons at Christmas are unlikely to be considered before next week as applications are pending
Edmonton Alberta December 20 Hon C R Mitchell minister of public works announces cable advices from England stating Premier Sifton has succeeded in underwriting a provincial loan of five million dollars on four percent ten year convertible bonds underwritten in the London market at 97. The issue is described by London financial journals as a precursor of several important imperial loans to be floated in England.
Washington December 20 J W Abercombe newly elected congressman from Tuscaloosa Tenn has the distinction of having his name first on the house roll displacing John M Adair of Indiana who held the position for six years
A humorous quip from Norman E. Mack’s National Month notes a concert scene moment. A woman comments on listening with eyes closed while a man replies with the mouth shut line, illustrating witty audience banter.
A humorous portrait of a town expert who dispenses advice on farming, politics, tariffs, childrearing, and national issues. The poem mocks his failures and cautious harmlessness, noting how locals swallow his guidance to avoid conflict despite his constant missteps.
A wealthy man hurries to a celebrated doctor for a fish bone stuck in his throat. The doctor removes it in minutes and charges half a guinea, justifying the fee by the salmon bone as a luxury. The patient pays and leaves relieved.
A London Chronicle quote links kisses to creation and wordplay across forms like buss erebus and omnibus. It notes varied uses from kissing hands to kissing everyone in the room, framing language as playful and expansive.
A foreign traveler questions why a London tram moves slowly and learns the car ahead is behind. He repeats the line with growing astonishment, declaring the concept most wonderful and astonishing, as the conductor explains the delay.
A playful exchange from Norman E. Mack's National Monthly features a girl with a pink parasol teasing a slow young man. She notes his politeness and his request for a kiss while she mentions a long knotted veil. The humorous vignette hinges on the knot being slow to untie.
Ohio politician Louis Trosky attended a Washington dinner at John R. McLean’s home famed for tapestries. After the visit he criticized McLean as a “crazy as a loon” for buying European hangings and surprising him with walls of carpets, not floor space.
Mrs. Della Long of Headwig Georgia details long suffered womanly troubles improved after using Cardus for five years. The ad claims Cardus strengthens the womanly constitution and offers a 64 page home treatment book from the Chattanooga Medicine Co. Readers are urged to write to the Ladies Advisory Dept for instructions.
A court battle begins February first over express company rates fixed by Franklin K Lane of the Interstate Commerce Commission. The dispute tests whether the commission can originate and set rates rather than merely approve them. Companies warn the new orders could cost $50,000 to $50,000 yearly in revenue.
Washington reports the senate will abolish red tape in favor of blue wrapping string. Secretary of the Senate Bennett issued new orders specifying blue as the color for future bindings.
Michigan officials announce equal suffrage defeated by 760 with 248,175 votes against and 247,375 in favor after complete county returns are certified. The state board of canvassers confirms the outcome from Lansing dated December 20.
Six year old Margaret Houghton was abducted by a well dressed woman as she walked to school in Chicago. Police are pursuing the suspect.
The remark suggests that predatory behavior extends beyond financial schemes, urging caution about broader threats. Readers are invited to consider how individuals and institutions can exploit vulnerabilities beyond money.
A Bacon aphorism urges nurturing what is good and eradicating the bad while Holmes argues for timely apologies to ease disputes. A note on Austrian schools excludes Grimm and Andersen tales as of a recent order citing their minor importance.
Captain Kettle and Sir George Chesterman monitor a coast in Africa as they pursue clues to a hidden quarry and missing men. They study dunes, palm trees, and wildlife while pondering where the dark regiment may have slipped away and what lies beyond the Atlas. A Moroccan wild boar spooks the scene as they debate smoke, heat haze, and possible night-time activity.
A fragment describes anticipation of visitors near the southern end of the beach behind Norman Towers. The narration references a pig and a cautious path, hinting at a developing plan or rule for access. The scene suggests ongoing plot movement and upcoming arrivals.
A reflective line attributed to Shaftesbury notes that even the most knowing person in a long life has much to learn and the wisest and best continually seek improvement.
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