Water problems and proposed measures face scrutiny
The Tribune questions Alderman Mahoney's plan to sink wells in the Mississippi to protect the intake pipe and urges practical, permanent solutions. It condemns non compulsory meters for water use and notes potential savings and relief from shortages if adopted. It also cites opposition to sealing Pettibone lagoon as a reservoir and discusses water quality testing results.
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Paul W. Mahoney
Mississippi River
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Day
Wm. Col- Mi
Pettibone
M. P. Bevener
Wisconsin Bate Hygienic Laboratory
Wpen
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Doubt Over Rapid Expenditure Levels
A brief note on a pending investigation into local conditions casts doubt on a hurried outlay of fifty thousand to one hundred fifty thousand dollars, suggesting caution until the full report is available.
Bryan split over wool tariff clash in Democratic House
Washington cor respondent says Democratic leaders clash with William Jennings Bryan over tariffs. Leaders defend a revenue bill with 50 percent tariff relief and warn Bryan may bolt if free wool fails. Bryan adheres to pledges while critics argue party unity and Senate passage matter more.
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William Jennings Bryan
House of Representatives
George B. Miller
Washington
Detroit News
Bryan
Democratic Party
Clark
Underwood
Ways and Means
House
Mr. Bryan
Senate
Congress
Roosevelt La Follette duel fuels Washington gossip swirl
Washington rumors swirl after a Chicago paper shows Roosevelt lauding Wisconsin’s state government and La Follette while predicting a Taft split at the 1912 convention. Insurgent denials seem pro forma, as readers doubt any party to the plan, and speculate Roosevelt’s stance.
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Washington
New York Tribune
Chicago
Col. Roosevelt
Wisconsin
la Follette
Senator la Follette
Taft
Chinese student shoots tutor in Bangor incident
J S Linn a Chinese student at the University of Maine shot and dangerously wounded Miss Christine Shaw who tutored him. The shooting occurred as he reacted to what authorities described as unrequited love advances.
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Bangor
J. S. Linn
University of Maine
Christine Shaw
Vacation Dreams and Harsh Reality at Woodland Hostelry
A traveler seeks a perfect summer retreat after months of saving. He finds an adroitly refined hostelry but discovers deceit, losing his money and sleep. The piece satirizes glossy hotel Belles with noisy guests and false promises. The narrator vows to return to work to recover both sleep and funds.
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Ananias
Hall of Fame
Woodland Vales
Uplifter Quips On Wages During Laundry Talk
A young settlement worker chats with Mrs. Duggan by a washtub. The judge notes workers may be paid 59 cents an hour to listen to "inspirin' expressions" from visiting committee ladies.
Pat and His Mare Draw Attention in Garry Town
In Garry, a casekeeper recalls Pat guiding his lean blind mare to water. A crowd jeered, asking the price of the horse, and Pat replied that she could draw attention to the town with her “ivory food.”
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Pat
Garry
Begorra
Quotation Snippets From Detroit Free Press
Read snippets reflecting personal boasts and boasts and loyalties from the Detroit Free Press. Phrases include threats of confrontation, fishing bravado, lettuce exchange metaphor, and refusals to switch jobs despite temptations. The tone is casual and opinionated.
Political campaigning and bargaining in Georgia humor
Excerpt from the Atlanta Constitution lampoons electioneering and legislative hustle. It mocks candidates needing excuses to run and urges supporters to push through any advances or money in the race while bacon costs a quarter.
Man in Belfast Misreads Task Opens Mail Misdirected
A Belfast, Maine employer hired an Irish worker with more zeal than know how. He was sent to the post office to retrieve the contents of 40 but returned with mail matter filling pockets and hat rims saying he could not open forty yet opened all he could.
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Belfast
Pat
Buffalo Commercial
Sweet Promise to Quit Smoking Before Marriage
A Cleveland Plain Dealer piece depicts Dickie apologizing for tobacco use as a fiancée asks him to quit for her sick mother. He promises not to smoke when her mother is present, and the woman expresses relief at his vow.
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Dickie
Dearie
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Doan's Kidney Pills Praised by La Crosse Citizen
A La Crosse resident A Ohlhagen tests Doan's Kidney Pills with claims of relief from back and side pains and headaches. He reiterates satisfaction in 1910 confirming prior statements. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents for 50 cents. Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
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Aia
Dean
A. Ohlhagen
Caledonia St
Wis
Ohlhagen
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Fire ring linked to fires in many cities
Chicago investigators say the notorious fire ring responsible for numerous incendiary blazes operated across Louisville St Louis Cincinnati and New York. The group of blood relatives allegedly profited by burning stores to claim insurance. Police watch six houses and anticipate arrests as officials probe fire apraisers accused of inflating damages.
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Louisville
St. Louis
Cincinnati
New York
Board of Underwriters
Europe
Wisconsin Men Called to Testify
Federal grand jury officials reported a secret DOJ investigation into the lumber trust with mass documentary evidence. The grand jury, seeking larger quarters, moved from the federal building to Judge Kohlsaar’s courtroom. Three Wisconsin witnesses were called to testify.
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Chicago
Department of Justice
Lumber Trust
Landis
Kohlsaar
Grand Jury
Wisconsin
Teacher Advises Flirtations as Rest for Mind
Boston report notes Miss Ann Newell after 49 years as a teacher urges young women teachers to engage in harmless flirtations to rest the mind.
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Boston
Mass
Ann Newell
Cascarets Best for Biliousness
An advertisement urges readers to carry Cascarets to overcome biliousness and dull mood. It promotes Cascarets as a gentle laxative alternative to aggressive purgatives and likens its effect to food and exercise.
The Ghost Unmasks a forty Thousand Franc Heist
In a tense theater scene Richard accuses Mme Giry as Moncharmin seeks truth. Giry reveals she placed twenty thousand francs in Richard pocket and swapped envelopes with a ghostly accomplice. Richard and Moncharmin parse the deception while Giry explains how the envelope was slipped into Richards tail-pocket.
Safety-pin Again and the Garden Act Intrigue
The narrative describes Moncharmin and Richard plotting to trap a miscreant by reenacting the disappearance of twenty thousand francs. Mame Giry slips the money into Richards pocket and is then hidden by Mercier in the acting manager’s office to prevent contact with her ghost.
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Richard
Moncharmin
Mame Giry
M. Remy
M. Richard
Fine Arts
M. Moncharmin
Mercier
Family Trees Need Whitewash to Ward Off Pests
A brief note reports that many family trees require whitewash to keep insects away. The observation highlights preventive care in heritage displays and pest management.
Newbro's Herpicide Promises Hair Trouble Relief
Loss of hair itching scalp dandruff and other hair troubles lead to Newbro's Herpicide. Grateful relief may be found in its use with a money back guarantee if unsatisfactory. The original reliable remedy backed by a guarantee. Send 10 cents for a sample and care booklet. Hoeschler Bros. is listed as special agents.
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Newbro
Herpicide Company
Dept. R
Detroit
Mich
Hoeschler Bros
Speleial
Foreclosure Sale Notice for 1907 Wisconsin Mortgage
Della Reque announces foreclosure of Edward Martell note and mortgage on La Crosse County land. Public auction at La Crosse County Court House on June 26 1911 at 2 PM to satisfy debt 918.65 principal and interest plus 50 attorney fees and costs.
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Della Reque
Della Roque
County of la Crosse
Wisconsin
Towit
la Crosse County
la Crosse County Court House
la Crosse
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