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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1911
Page
3
A city crowd celebrates a Mexican plaza event with speeches and music while tensions rise over Fourth of July festivity plans. Vague references suggest concern about ordinance proposals and the impact of fireworks sales on public conduct.
In Milwaukee Major H B Hersey argues for a sane Fourth of July focusing on Independence Day’s meaning. He suggests a pageant and public films depicting the Revolution, with well managed music and fireworks in parks to replace rowdy excess.
Washington correspondent notes Taft shifts to conservative progressive policy with Roosevelt’s advice to boost his re election chances. Regular Republicans back a Taft nomination while Roosevelt influence grows in reciprocity and cabinet posts. La Follette insurgency remains strong with Cummins unlikely to run and 250 delegates projected for Wisconsin senator at the convention.
A whimsical verse recalls moving in last November and the steam heat that was desired. The speaker notes a misssion style dining room and a red den, followed by plans for pink bedrooms and yellow paper. The couple alternates decorating with seasonal changes as they joke about a mansion in the skies not meeting exact preferences.
A brief exchange indicates a person refusing the offer and acknowledging acceptance of another option earlier in the day. The dialogue references Boston and a potential transaction described as a transcript.
A reader asks where the Giants Causeway is located, unsure if in Ireland or Scotland. The information editor redirects, noting the misaddressed inquiry and guiding to correct source.
A Philadelphia girl declares she does not believe in giving the cold shoulder to anyone. An English cousin quips that the cold shoulder properly garnished is very good, during a friendly gathering in Oak Lane with a visiting cousin.
The article describes straight dough as mixing all ingredients at once, kneading until smooth, and allowing the dough to rise until doubled. It highlights MARVEL Flour for its superior expansion qualities, aiding flavor and texture in bread.
A Philadelphia remark recounts a thief's direct answer when asked why he took a purse. The man stated he believed the change would be beneficial, prompting a moment of courtroom or street humor in the historical snippet.
A quip from the Chicago Record-Herald recalls a listener recounting hearing John speak in his sleep for about half an hour. The remark thanks him with affectionate humor for his self-restraint.
When young Taft was seven his mother bought him short duck trousers that shrank. He protested, but she insisted they fit. After wearing them briefly he told her they were too tight and compared them to his own skin, which she denied.
A neighbor warns of his sleepwalking son craving apples and fears trespassers, while Farmer Hawkins jokes his bulldog also sleeps and wonders what will happen in their two meetings. The exchange ends with no confrontation.
Lawrenceburg Indiana mourns as Sporty the Irish terrier is laid to rest in a white velvet lined coffin wrapped in a silk blanket. The dog died after overheating during a rat killing contest where he killed 37 rats in six minutes, honored by the Nees family.
During hearings before Magistrate Billy Hughes of Vareville a defendant accused of stealing a man’s purse stood before the bar. Hughes frequently questions prisoners in a direct, probing manner as part of court proceedings.
Frisco railroad police found two young children sleeping on the track in St. Louis after they had tramp ten miles. They were rescued shortly before a fast train passed. authorities warned about dangers of rail lines and warned against wandering.
Raoul and the Persian descend through the Opera cellars guided by a secret plan. They observe dead bodies, a hidden gas and lighting system, and a mysterious kidnapping plot as stage managers and officials react to the unfolding events. They press on toward Christine, wary of danger and ready to act.
Park Superintendent Ferrer announced a Landscape Expert Nolan report on La Crosse park system will be ready within a month. Citizens desiring copies must notify the park commission at least two weeks before release.
In Litchfield Illinois Charles Kock convinced a local undertaker to retain his brother Jacob Kock’s body for six months while he sought money for funeral costs. He later paid the amount due and the funeral proceeded.
Fire in PPRU Indiana during the early hours gutted the McCaffery & Co department store causing an estimated loss of about 75000 dollars. Fire crews fought flames through the morning as the building burned.
In Indianapolis on June 16, Clarence Mullin, 36, was arrested after being found leaning over the dead body of Calvin R. Green in a city cemetery. Police report no marks of violence on Green, and Mullin was intoxicated as investigators probe the death.
The General Baking Company of New York filed with Missouri's secretary of state its incorporation evidence and was granted authority to operate in the state. The firm is part of a nationwide merger of baking companies known as the Bread trust.
A short reflection contrasts a baby's gentle cries with the harsh uproar of neighboring children, highlighting differing soundscapes and the emotional impact of noise.
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