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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1912
Page
9
Mrs. Nevada Briggs shares a recipe for moist potato doughnuts. The method uses eggs, flour, milk, spices and mashed potatoes, with a two step mixing process and careful frying at the right temperature to keep donuts soft for days.
James A. Fowler, assistant to the Attorney General, heads the Meal suit in Chicago to dissolve the butter trust. The government alleges a conspiracy by defendants to fix butter prices to favor large manufacturers, storage concerns, and farmers, harming small producers and consumers.
In Alberta, Deady and Henry Adder brought the season's first bull to Umonton. They shot a moose after a brief fight, finishing it with a knife and a brain shot. Hunters say antlers were well formed and heads were valued less than offers.
In Sunnyton, December 20 a court filing asks to dissolve the Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line merger and order shares held by the Pacific to be sold or issued as a stock dividend to Union Pacific holders, while the Union and Oregon Short Line oppose a distribution. The filing notes delays due to late arrivals of incoming men.
Madison ministers and university leaders launched a Robins campaign at Wisconsin under the Y M C A to promote Christian living. About 6 900 total attendances at five meetings led by Raymond Robins and Dad Elliott spurred 200 plus short course students to commit to the Christian life. Campaign teams will tour over 100 towns reporting results and promoting religious census and student-led activities. Alberta population jumps to about 500 000 with an estimated rise of 90 000 to 100 000 in the last fiscal year.
The dialogue notes a jury awarding $1,000 to a beneficiary while a lawyer comments on the relief it provides, implying financial need. The source centers on a courtroom moment and the perceived relief from the award.
A brief quotation notes that as one grows closer to another person, honesty and courtesy become increasingly essential, emphasizing the link between truth and good manners.
London Opinion quotes a sharp quip about Cohen’s health and a comical error smoking a cigar from the wrong pocket. The brief exchange highlights social sniping and backstage rumor mill in the city.
A nearsighted man fears the girl has cerebro spinal trouble, but his wife corrects him noting she merely aims to keep her large hat at the exact angle. The exchange hints at appearances vs. reality in a light domestic moment.
A guest praises Professor Smythe for his charming manner and sharp wit. The exchange notes how his cleverness avoids making others feel foolish, highlighting his engaging conversational style.
Washington December 20 The discussion suggests President-elect Wilson could appoint a third of the Supreme Court. Taft appointments already include Chief Justice White and Associate Justices Lorton Hughes Van Devanter LaMar and Pitney. Retirement rules allow service of ten years and age seventy. Alberta minister Duncan Marshall orders a thousand pure bred poultry to Edmonton and farms.
A humorous observation notes that even a wife who talks a lot grows impatient when her husband never attempts to interject. It highlights conversational balance in a domestic setting with light, tongue in cheek tone.
The Latin sapo derives from the low German sepe. Ancient Belgians used caustic soap or rouge, likely the source of the old Dutch soap.
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