Whitewash Alert Over Ballinger Probe Warns of Politicized Inquiries
Collier's warns readers that Senate and House committees formed by Cannon and Sherman may stage a sham Ballinger investigation. It cites graft in private land ventures and contrasts government irrigation costs with inflated private land and water prices to argue the probe aims to protect syndicate interests. The article casts doubt on interior department tactics in Cumberland Cumberland claims suits and flags a staged hearing “comedy” for naïve spectators.
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Collier's
Ballinger
Senate
House
Cannon
Sherman
Cunningham
West
Interior Department
Seattle
Sheridan in the Government Hire Scheme Revealed
The piece notes the interior department backed a naive youth named Sheridan to represent the government. It claims he had one year as a subordinate agent in Denver and a 1907 night law school diploma. It also mentions Gravis was discharged and other agents sent away to distant posts.
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Interior Department
Sheridan
Denver
Gravis
West
War in the Open Split Threatens Taft Ballinger Pinchot Rift
The piece argues Forester Pinchot gains public support in his clash with Secretary Ballinger, signaling a national political realignment. It says Roosevelt’s influence wanes as Taft undermines Roosevelt policies, predicting a coming split that could oust either Ballinger or Pinchot from the Taft administration.
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Forester Pinchot
Ballinger
Col. Roosevelt
Taft
Ballinger Or
Pinchot
Graustark Play Set for New Year Run at La Crosse
The Graustark company presents the five act drama on New Year’s Eve and Day at the La Crosse theater. Miss Gertrude Perry stars as Princess Vetive with William Wagner in romantic lead. James Castle directs a lavish production with elaborate scenery and a 60 foot baggage car to move the effects.
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McCutcheon
Gertrude Perry
Vetive
William Wagner
Graustark Company
James W. Castle
Graustark
Edelweiss
Taft House Named After Bay Window Change
A Whittlesville hotel changes its name to the Taft house after adding a large bay window, prompting surprised remark from a patent-burn man who had not visited the hamlet in months.
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Whittlesville
Puck
One Eyeglass Worn by Man for Better Vision
A man uses a single eyeglass to enhance sight. The odd aid is justified by claiming he can see more clearly with one eye than with both, and it improves his ability to comprehend.
Merry Widow shown at La Crosse theater in lavish new production
Henry W Savage presents The Merry Widow in New York production at La Crosse theater. The company showcases exquisite scenery and costumes with praised stage management by George Marion, promising one of the finest American light opera tableaux of Maxim's tableau.
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la Crosse Theater
Henry W. Savage
New York
George Marion
Maxim's
The Thief At La Crosse Theatre January 13
Charles Frohman promotes Henry Bernstein's The Thief for La Crosse with enthusiasm. He contrasts Bernstein's popularity with J M Barrie's, noting the playwrights differ greatly yet both captivate their respective English and French audiences.
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Charles Frohman
Henry Bernstein
la Crosse Theater
J. J. Barrie
Bernstein
Barrie
Fooling the Boy on Moon Jump Joke in New York Press
A fragment from the New York Press recounts a playful exchange about why the cow jumped over the moon. The line hints at a humorous take on early aerial navigation as a childlike joke.
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New York Press
Belles Lettres Folly Ends in Fatal Hanging
A playful verse in the Chicago Tribune recalls a professor mocked for an NME misstep, but the crowd rose one night and hanged him in F 1G, a grim punchline to a boastful tale.
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Belles Lettres
Chicago Tribune
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles in Punch Tone
A satirical piece reprints moral admonitions on child discipline with archaic phrasing, warning that harsh correction may yield a better son but risk social bragging for the parent. It contrasts with a brief telephone gag about a delayed presidential answer from the Chicago Tribune.
Defeat of Tom Johnson Sparks Denver Times Eager Headlines
Word spread in the Denver Times office as newsboys cried Johnson Defeated and Jeff Wins. The rapid street buzz mirrored a city stunned by the mayoral outcome with papers hitting the streets minutes later.
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Tom Johnson
Denver Times
Newsie
Jeff Wins
New congressman vows clearer speech with gestures
A Louisiana journalist quotes the fresh member acknowledging his shy facts in a speech and explaining he used generous gestures to convey his points. The exchange underscores how he intends to connect with constituents.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Expressions Stirred Fearful Turkey Talk in Hotels
Readers in St. Paul report hotel lobbies filled with wary remarks about turkeys after Christmas. Quotations include shame at facing a turkey, feathery cravings, and jokes about turkey costs and leftovers from the holiday feast.
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St. Paul
Bad Impression Sparks Bank Roll Critique Phrase
A Detroit Free Press snippet quotes a man dismissing a young man who flaunts a twenty dollar bill wrapped around two ones. The exchange highlights attitudes toward money display in social interactions.
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Detroit Free Press
Deer Found Dead on Premises Sparks Denial
A farmer and a game warden dispute a deer death on the farm. The farmer claims a stun gun fired by his wife hit the deer while feeding near the barn, while the warden questions responsibility. The scene recalls a tense exchange and questions about accountability.
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Waal
Boston Herald
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed by La Crosse Testimony
La Crosse readers are urged to try Doan's Kidney Pills for back pain and urinary troubles linked to kidney issues. A testimonial from Mrs. Mary Scales of La Crosse claims complete relief after using the product from Erhart's Drug Store, with Foster Milburn Co. listed as U.S. agents.
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la Crosse
Doan
Mary Scales
Market Sr
Wis
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan's
Elisabeth's awakening vow to marriage at the church
In a crowded scene Elisabeth bids Nicholas return with a jewel and the minister as she softly confirms marriage. He senses elation and doubt as Aunt Betty guides Elisabeth toward the door, while a hint of Elisabeth's transformed self returns. Mr. Calhoun's chapter heading signals a turning point.
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Elisabeth
Nicholas
Aunt Betty
Mr. Calhoun
Diplomatic Tension at White House Meeting Recalled
In an informal cabinet room encounter President Tyler and Mr. Pakenham clash over Texas and slavery as John Calhoun observes. The scene includes the Baroness von Ritz and a tense exchange hints at looming conflict while the Queen's envoy calls for restraint.
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Mr. Tyler
Mr. Calhoun
Tyler
Pakenham
Baroness von Ritz
England
Princeton
Republic of Mexico
Lord Aberdeen
Texas
John Calhoun
Mr. Pakenham
Let Each New Temple The Chambered Nautilus Boasts Growth
The Chambered Nautilus boasted of growth while lamenting to Holmes that its patent was infringed, contrasting a plan to tear down twelve story office buildings to erect thirty two story skyscrapers in a sharp, opinionated note from the New York Sun.
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Holmes
New York Sun
Danville Brief Touches on Political Maneuvering
In Danville Illinois a fragmented recall and jockeying for influence hint at a political power shift. References to W J Calhoun and Shelby Cullem McKinley point to past alignments while the question rises whether Uncl Cannon holds real influence behind a plum assignment.
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W. J. Calhoun
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