The People of La Crosse Daily Newspaper Masthead
The fragment shows a historic La Crosse Wisconsin newspaper masthead with editor W. V. Kidder and post office details. It lists pricing, publication details, and syndicate affiliations indicating a 19th century press layout.
Beginning of a Great Work in La Crosse Moves Forward
A La Crosse board of trade initiative forms an auxiliary committee to bolster the advertising effort. Leaders emphasize universal citizen cooperation to advance the city, noting national attention and the need for earnest, enthusiastic participation from every resident to determine La Crosse’s future.
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Board of Trade
Miss Edith McGorray Declines 2 Million Gift
Opinion turns on whether Edith McGorray should accept a 2 million dollar gift from her brother in law. Ella Wheeler Wilcox praises her restraint while Grace Livingston Furniss calls her foolish, but the article argues it is not anyone’s business and she has a right to live simply.
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Edith McGorray
C. M. Schwab
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Miss McGorray
Grace Livingston Furniss
Cleveland
Struck and the trolley car prejudice in transit cases
A Milwaukee Free Press meditation on the word struck in vehicle collisions. The piece cites a New York Albany & Hudson Electric accident where a millionaire's car was killed after a trolley hit it, arguing trolley lines on their own tracks deserve right of way and that fault should rest with cars not rail schedules.
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Albany & Hudson Electric
New York
Albany
Hudson
Judge Reid Sees Hope in River Navigation Aid Battle
Judge Reid expresses gratification over state assistance toward profitable river navigation. He urges citizens of La Crosse to support a successful termination of the long fight, noting the vast potential and practical benefits of improved waterways.
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Reid
la Crosse
River freight race could crown La Crosse as Wisconsin hub
The argument emphasizes massive economic gains for La Crosse if new freight navigation on the Mississippi succeeds. It envisions coal costs dropping and river freight expenses shrinking dramatically, boosting La Crosse as a leading port on a major commercial artery.
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la Crosse
Mississippi
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Japan U S Tensions Mocked as Bluster
A Washington stance downplays rising Japan United States tensions calling the claims of imminent conflict mere bluster. A Tokio reporter notes yellow journalism on both sides and urges calm, arguing the matter is mostly mountains from molehills requiring careful diplomacy.
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Japan
United States
State Department
Washington
Tokio
Uncle Sam
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles in a Denver Wonder
A Denver Republican excerpt lampoons speculative schemes that inflate assets with fake names and overvalued livestock. It describes dodgy practices of rigged shares and phony branding to lure investors, noting the sham thrives on nerve and brass and deceptive appearances.
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Nerve
Brass
Denver Republican
President Refutes Health Rumors With Hurdle Photos
The President was photographed at Rock Creek park in a sequence showing him jumping hurdles. Officials say the images, part of the so called human documents, were taken during a closed season at Pine Knot and measure his vigor. The White House noted his recent weight reached 1980 pounds and he joked about Wall Street rumors of a breakdown.
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Washington Post
Pine Knot
White House
Rock Creek Park
Wall Street
Distinct Harriman Targeted by Iron Bar Design
In the presidents activities a notable aim is to separate one Harriman from the others by a geometrical plan outlined with iron bars.
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Harriman
Unpleasant Truths in Washington Dinner Tale
The New York Tribune reports Senator Enrique Creel, the new Mexican ambassador, lamenting harsh truths at a Washington dinner. He quotes a noblewoman remarking on proposals and debt, noting the ease of dismissing unwelcome facts.
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Enrique Creel
Washington
Percival
New York Tribune
School Life Echoes in a Rough Day Parade
A slang filled dialogue captures a rural student’s view of schooling and daily life. The exchange centers on learning and the hardships endured beyond classroom hours, reflecting a resilient, small town atmosphere.
Old Tale From East End School Teaches Humble Lesson
A teacher in an east end school questions an 11 year old about failing to know lessons. The pupil quips that the teacher had a different mentor, implying changes in schooling and generations. The brief anecdote from Tatler highlights shifting educational norms.
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East End
Tatler
Riviera Dreams Stir Couples In Sailor Cartoon
A Meggendorfer Blatter cartoon panel shows a husband and wife bantering about travel to the Riviera. The wife jokes about dreaming of the Riviera while the husband urges her to stay home. The caption hints at romantic travel humor from the period.
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Karl
Riviera
Meggendorfer Blaetter
The Intelligent Child Illustration Promotes Separation
A Me r Giggendorfer blatt illustration caption features a young girl and mother in a domestic scene. The girl suggests that the best course is a separation, reflecting the periodical’s view on family discord.
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Meggendorfer Blaetter
Trustlike Boy Quips on Trusts by Altemus in Philadelphia
The late Henry Altemus, Philadelphia publisher, warned against trusts at a dinner. He compared trusts to a boy whose mother asks why the little brother is crying as the elder gobbles candy, saying the elder has eaten all and the child cries. The New York Tribune reports the quip.
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Henry Altemus
Philadelphia
Trusts
New York Tribune
First Girl Praises Review as Writer Faces Critique
Two girls discuss a novel review. The younger writer is called a young author while the older woman remains pleased with the review. The exchange highlights contrast between praise and harsh critique in a Pick-Me-Up item.
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Miss Scribbler
Mistress of the house requests quieter music from Joseph
A cultured Bostonian mistress chides her footman Joseph for whistling ragtime while he cleans. He apologizes and explains rhapsodies will come later as he polishes knives and silver.
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Joseph
Mem
Rough on Guns Yvette Guilbert Speaks English Jokes
Yvette Guilbert, the French actress, tells a tea gathering of a La women’s club that English is not difficult though one word can have many meanings. She recounts a joke about a mother and daughter discussing a man named Gus who shaves daily.
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Yvette Guilbert
Gus
New York Tribune
Courtroom Quip Becomes Acquittal Comic Line
In London a witty exchange yields a punchline about court. Harold Susman records the joke in Lippincott's noting the man entered court and was acquitted.
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London
Harold Susman
Lippincott’s
Miss Edith McGarray Chooses Simple Life Over 2 Million
The upcoming marriage of Prof. Edward Schwab and Miss Edith McGarray of Cleveland sparks debate after she declines a two million dollar gift from Schwab's wealthy brother. Ella Wheeler Wilcox praises the choice, while Grace Furniss argues the money could fund great good. Best man Arthur Funk, Notre Dame classmate, helps plan the Cleveland ceremony with a Mishawaka residence selected for the couple's simple life.
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Edward Schwab
C. M. Schwab
Edith McGarray
Cleveland
Arthur Funke
Overrich
Mr. Schwab
Sunday American
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Miss McGarray
Grace Livingston Furniss
Edith
Funk Schwab
Arthur Funk
Michael Funk
Schwab
Notre Dame
Thirst and schemes collide in a tense harbor town
Struve tortures Glenister before flinging him aside as McNamara asserts control. Glenister, haunted by a girl allied with Judge and McNamara, seeks whiskey to dull his fear but resists as Cherry Malotte exposes a web of deceit. Glenister faces a choice between vengeance and escape.
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Struve
Glenister
McNamara
Attorney Struve
Malotte
Judge
Dex
Cherry Malotte
Dextry
Bronco
Champion
Governor Hughes earns praise for utilities bill leadership
The New York World credits Gov. Hughes with initiating and shaping a major utilities bill. It highlights his public appeals, refusal to compromise with corporations, and compares him to Tilden as a capable reformer benefiting New York and the nation.
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New York World
Gov. Hughes
New York
Tilden
Cheer Up Despite Persistent Knockers
A brief note encourages optimism over pessimism, noting that every knocker is not a booster. It urges cheerful smiles and kind words as the best remedy and ends with a call to cheer up.
Marriage and divorce as first and second sight quote
A quoted witticism from Smart Set about love and marriage. It frames marriage as first sight and divorce as a second sight moment. The line uses a humorous, aphoristic tone typical of the era’s social commentary.
Feet that rock the cradle wear slippers for quick action
A brief note emphasizes practical footwear for mothers balancing childcare and demanding tasks, urging easy removal for rapid movement. The line hints at a broader idea of preparedness and adaptability in daily life.
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