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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1913
Page
3
The piece notes England to study Wisconsin and U S university methods as a model for a national education system. It cites European views toward American higher learning shifting as England debates civic focus and democratic schooling to benefit individuals and society.
British observers say the United States middle west, especially Wisconsin, has a model school system. Graduates from the University of Wisconsin are praised for civic obligations and leadership, helping mold reform movements and spreading democratic ideals across the Atlantic.
The Sentinel editorial counters Governor Morris asserting state cost increases from 4 million to over 16 million reflect broader plunder by special interests. It argues the old guard exploited taxes, rail rates, and wages, while praising reforms and the university value to farmers.
Milwaukee Journal notes nine states formed commissions in the first nine months of 1913, bringing total to twenty four. Regulators are described as fair and reasonable, provoking calls to enshrine them in the constitution to avoid erosion by political foes.
A fragment poem laments the grip and gray mood of winter. The speaker jokes about doctored cures like pills and quinine, noting they hope to quit these remedies and get well, while the cold and blue mood persist.
The Chicago Record-Herald describes a weary husband arriving home to a smiling wife who greets him warmly. She offers comfort, mentions a surprise chicken stew, and suggests relaxing with slippers as he reveals financial strain.
A club rule fines any member who cannot answer his own question. McLoughlin asks why a ground squirrel leaves no dirt atop its hole. He answers the hole is dug from the bottom. When pressed how the squirrel reaches the bottom, he shifts the question back to the member.
The Washington Sett recalls Cody as a multi gifted American showman and aviator. He once challenged patrons with a Tartary wild horse side show gag offering a $10 purse for thirty seconds on the horse. The crowd roared as Cody joked about the animal's unridability and his own riding skills.
Consumption and germs claim victims in cities more than rural areas due to indoor work and limited sunshine. The ad urges daily use of Scott's Emulsion after meals to enrich blood, strengthen lungs, and build resistive forces, claiming it cures fatigue and prevents consumption while noting it contains no alcohol. 1106 Scott & Bowne, Bloomfield, N J.
Francis J. Heney declares intention to run for California governor on the Progressive ticket if Governor Johnson seeks the U S Senate to replace Senator Perkins. He says if Johnson runs again for governor, Heney will run for the Senate.
A teacher asks Willie the shape of the earth. Willie deflects with humor by saying it is round, then quips it is square to avoid argument. The exchange showcases a child’s practical answer to a science question.
A Baltimore shop faces an odd clash as two workers play seven up near a barrel and are scolded by the boss who questions their card game. A separate domestic scene has Mrs. Robinson railing at Bridget for dust under the bed and Bridget’s defense about sweeping.
He frowned in perplexity at the claim she is away. he wonders if Jimmy’s sister realizes he has treated her to three taxi rides and four concerts this month. The boy grins and says she is keeping her engagement to Joe Johnson a secret.
A compact humorous clipping notes Mrs Jinks predicting neighbors actions and recalls a quip about a man attending church to please his wife. The item reflects a period sayologue from the Buffalo Express.
In a Baldpate summer hotel, Peters wavers about leaving after promising to stay and a push from Magee to stay for potential data. A developing plot unfolds as Miss Norton and the mayor with a "fifth key" hint at shifting loyalties, while Magee plans around the hermit and a looming luncheon.
Miss Norton smiles as the scene hints at chapter six titled Ghosts of the Summer Crowd. The fragment suggests reflective mood and a question about what follows in the narrative.
Advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a quick remedy for blocked nostrils and head passages. It claims to open airways, relieve headache, and end catarrh or cold symptoms by morning, advising a small bottle from any drug store.
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