Burn’s Red Ball Plea Turns to Ballot Vote Cue
A La Crosse delegate known for billiards replies to telegrams from Kroner Whelpley and Ablett. He shifts the cue from red ball positioning to urging focus on the November ballot. The exchange, noted at the Wisconsin headquarters in Denver, ties billiards jargon to political action.
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Denver
Colo
John C. Burns
Wisconsin
Burns
Cole
John Kroner
Bob Whelpley
Jack Ablett
Kroner
Whelpley
Ablett
la Crosse
Mortality Report Shows June Population Change
Health Officer Anthony Murphy records La Crosse population rise of 29 in June with 29 deaths and 49 births. Among deaths 19 are male and 10 female. births include 30 boys and 19 girls. The month also notes 41 marriages filed.
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Anthony Murphy
la Crosse
City considers rail franchise on Twenty third Street
The common council plans to grant the city railway a franchise for laying track on Twenty third Street from Main to Market, and remove the Market Street track. Other routine items include improvements and minor matters, with possible saloon license applications.
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Common Council
The
City Railway
Twenty-third Street
Main Street
Market Street
Fear Repetition of Servian Tragedy Rumors Drifted
Reports from Vienna dated July 10 warn of a potential Servian crisis as King Peter allegedly concentrates troops in Belgrade to repel a foretold attack. Troop loyalty is questioned and fear grips the royal household amid rumors echoing the Alexandrian tragedy.
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Vienna
Servia
Peter
Belgrade
Alexander
Draga
Bank Robbery in Amity by Masked Bandits
Two masked armed men robbed the First National Bank in Amity Colorado escaping on horses after gagging and binding cashier John Davy. A posse pursues.
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Amity, Colo
First National Bank
John Davy
Advertisers Of Fest Meet Today To Review Accounts
A meeting of the advertising committee is set for this afternoon to address matters concerning the Saengerfest advertising. Parties with accounts are urged to send bills to Chairman Whittier for approval and payment.
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T the
Advertising Committee
Whittier
Winona Board of Trade Seeks Advice on Merger Plans
Secretary W. Whippel of the Winona board of trade met in La Crosse with Secretary A. A. Bentley of the local board to discuss guidance on plans carried out by the merged Winona organization. The Winona board recently merged with the business men's association.
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W. Whippel
Winona Board of Trade
la Crosse
A. A. Bentley
Business Men’s Association
Headless Body Found of Bourbon Street Hairdresser Alphonse Durel
In New Orleans on July 10 a headless body identified as Alphonse Durel, a well known Bourbon Street hairdresser, was found at his shop in the old French Quarter. Authorities say several suspects are under investigation in related serious cases.
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New Orleans
Alphonse Durel
Bourbon Street
One Term If I’m Elected Bryan Continues Appeal
Bryan reflects on public love over office and vows to campaign without home speeches. He thanks supporters and recalls advice from his father about minority and majority positions. Telegrams of congratulations pour in from Gray and Johnson as Bryan presses forward in the nomination era.
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Bryan
Gray Wilmington
Del
George Gray
Johnson
ST. Paul
Minn
Lake City
Trump
Storm of Emotion Energizes Bryan Speech Faction Rally
The crowd cheered as Taft accepted a conservative platform amid a volatile hour long demonstration. The scene reflected deep divisions among radicals and conservatives, with unclear lasting impact on policy or support.
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Utes
Taft
Bryan Impresses English People in London
Scattering editorials in London discuss the Bryan nomination and foresee a slim chance of victory over Taft, though his prospects are improved from prior campaigns. The English view toward Bryan has warmed since his world tour, with several references calling him nearly Roosevelt’s equal.
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London
Bryan
Taft
Roosevelt
Wall Street reacts to Bryan nomination amid polling
New York July 10 stocks rise on belief Bryan’s nomination equals defeat, a stock exchange expert says the boom signals a broader business revival. Brokers expect immediate resumption of trading before the polls verdict.
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New York
Wall Street
Bryan
Stock Exchange
United Press
Taft
The Good Man and The Bad Boy Exchange Verse
A brief dialogue contrasts a good man asking where boys who throw stones go, with a bad boy answering they go where birds are. The exchange ends with a taunt about wells, implying mischief.
Mystery of Missing Mishawaka Girl Deepens
Mary Howarth an 18 year old left home with a stranger to take a job. She was found unconscious by a farmer's wife and later vanished again. Police and relatives seek clues to her whereabouts and the circumstances of her disappearance.
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Mishawaka
Ind
Mary Howarth
Both Companies Named Liable in Cross Street Death Trial
Judge Fruit rules that La Crosse City Railway and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul must stand trial for the death of James Gaskill at Mill Street crossing. Mrs Olive Gaskill sued for negligence against both companies arising from the crash about a year ago. Both sides claimed partial liability. judge overruled and slated trial with possible appeal to the supreme court.
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Judge Fruit Today
la Crosse City Railway Company
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Road
Olive Gaskill
Mill Street
Milwaukee Road
P. W. Mahoney
Vroman
Chicago
Democrats Push Publicity for Campaign Contributions
George R. Sheldon arrived in Hot Springs with Lieutenant Governor Murphy to meet Taft and Hitchcock amid a debate over public disclosure of donors. Sheldon opposes the plan but agrees to compile a donor list under New York law with funds sent to New York to prevent Chicago shippings.
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Hot Springs
George R. Sheldon
Murphy
New Jersey
Taft
Hitchcock
Sheldon
New York
Chicago
Meyer
Dover
Convention intrigue as leaders weigh southern interest
Elders from the south oppose a southern nominee while Ollie James gains favor after a strong speech supporting Bryan. Key talks occur in Charles Bryan’s rooms with Lewis Nixon and James. Tom Taggart backs Kern of Indiana. Nebraska votes split, and Harrison declines unless New York presents him.
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Charles Bryan
Bryan
Lewis Nixon
Ollie James
Tom Taggart
Kern
Indiana
Dahlman
Nebraska
Virginia
Francis Burton Harrison
New York
Doerflinger Excursions To Run on Father of Waters
H C Whittier advertising manager of Doerflinger department store announces six summer excursions on the Father of Waters from Lansing to La Crosse and from Lansing to Winona. The first trip sails July 16 on FE Rutledge with 25 cent fares. The Saengerfest week offers two trips to attend concerts. Lansing Cadet band will perform at the store and on board during returns.
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H. C. Whittier
Doerflinger Department Store
Lansing
la Crosse
Winona
Whittier
Saengerfest Decorations Today Plan Debated
A Saengerfest decorations meeting gathers in the secretary of the Saengerfest offices this afternoon. The window decorators from Doerflinger's Reitzel's Coren's Continental Newberg's and Poehling's will decide on colors for the event and auditorium decorations. Plans call for an ornate auditorium with flowers flags and bunting and for city wide decorations. Secretary Utermoeh mailed out society cards to arrange accommodations and arrivals for several groups including Peoria Omaha Chicago Milwaukee Eau Claire Hammond Minneapolis Decorah and others. The street railway will donate a street car next week for the north side children chorus rehearsals at the auditorium. North and south side choruses will rehearse together next week.
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Doerflinger’s
Reitzel's
Coren’s
Continental
Newberg’s
Poehling’s
Utermoeh
Peoria
Omaha
Chicago
Milwaukee
Eau Claire
Hammond
Minneapolis
Decorah
Street Railway Company
Miller Gets Chance for Marine Corps Second Lieutenant
Congressman Esch named George Miller of the north side and a University of Wisconsin student to take the examination for second lieutenant in the marine corps. The $1700 yearly post requires higher schooling and strong mathematics, and Miller will test in August.
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Congressman Esch
Elliott
Marine Corps
George Miller
North Side
University of Wisconsin
Indian Chief at the Convention Arrives in Denver
Mary Tiger, 65, full blood Creek chief worth $100000, joins Oklahoma delegation at the convention. He reveals he's a Democrat and speaks through an interpreter, remarking that the gathering is mostly talk and noise. He has not attended before but has a vote.
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Denver
Mary Tiger
Oklahoma
Tiger
Broker H J Faulkner Dies After On Track Collapse
H J Faulkner a member of the stock exchange was found unconscious on the tracks at 216th Street and Webster Avenue in New York. He was rushed to Fordham Hospital where he died from brain concussion.
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New York
H. J. Faulkner
The
Stock Exchange
New York Central Road
Two Hundred and Sixteenth Street
Webster Avenue
Fordham Hospital
Militia Companies Head to State Camp
Two military units M and B leave at 7 am for Camp Douglas for the annual encampment. Most full companies travel with packing days, plan to reach between 8 and 9 am and march to the grounds. The day will be spent pitching tents and preparing for a weeklong camp with supper as the first meal.
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Camp Douglas
August Houthmaker Seeks La Crosse County Sheriff Nomination
August Houthmaker is out for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of La Crosse County. He is being placed in the field by a large number of friends.
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August Houthmaker
la Crosse County
Houthmaker
The Flowers We Admire Often Haven’t the Strongest Scent
A reflection notes that beauty in blooms does not always align with fragrance. It suggests choosing ornamentals by appearance as well as scent, highlighting differences between visual appeal and aroma.
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Philo Hay Spec. Co
Newsrk. N_ J
Fessler & Dahl
Ian Cal
Elliott - Loeffler
Dublin
the Tribune
J. de Ranitz & Co
North Third Street
Hoeschler
Burns and
A. M. Brayton
Council
Storm OF
Main ST. LaCrosse
Wis
SION
James Gaskill
Republican Committee
TREAS
Doerflinger
Miller
Patras
WM. Doerflinger
Simond
Fred Dittman Hardware Co
South Fourth Street
DR. Watterson
Uoes
ED. Pinaud
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