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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
3
The Tribune Tops In Wisconsin Coverage Of Chicago Convention
The Tribune reports Taft’s presidential nomination with timely Chicago convention details. It highlights Wisconsin delegation efforts for La Follette planks and notes Brayton’s convention presence. The paper asserts its leadership in western Wisconsin news and claims superior, unprejudiced coverage for La Crosse readers.
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Tribune
Tri-State
Chicago
William H. Taft
United States
Taft
Robert M. la Follette
Wisconsin
la Crosse
Tribune Extra
Mr. Roosevelt
Convention Hall
A. M. Brayton
The
la Follette
Minnesota
Iowa
La Follette Emerges as Big Story in La Crosse Papers
Early editions from La Crosse papers arrived twelve hours late and highlighted William La Follette as the main figure today. Local staff noted the delay but centered coverage on the prominent political figure and related developments.
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la Crosse
la Follette
Taft Steam Roller Affair Dominates Convention Coverage
The Tribune reported an affair at the convention yesterday excluding the Taft Steam Roller while highlighting a La Follette demonstration that had been announced a day earlier and considered newsworthy.
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The
Tribune
Speech slips and laughs echo at Roosevelt convention
The Milwaukee Free Press reports varied accounts of Julius Caeasar Burrows’s speech at the convention. Reporters noted mispronunciations of Roosevelt’s name and the crowd’s mixed reactions as cheers and laughter overlapped during the moment.
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Julius Caesar Burrows
Burrows
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Theoroar Dosefelt
Free Press
Chicago Record-Herald
Therese Doravelt
Thor—uh
Rosadore—Theovelt
Michigan
Theodore Roosevelt
Stalwart Papers Assign Blame Over Taft Nomination
Some Stalwart papers accuse Senator Burrows of bearing responsibility for the frost that tainted Taft's pre nomination. The criticism centers on Burrrows role in events before Washington selection.
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Senator Burrows
Taft
Washington
Tribune Photographs of Convention Scenes Impress Readers
The Tribune presents a striking series of real convention photographs that draws wide admiration from contemporaries for its vivid documentation and visual storytelling.
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the Tribune
La Follette Dominates Meeting Against Taft Backed Machine
In a crowded session La Follette emerged as the major force opposing the Machine that endorsed Taft, shaping the political mood and signaling a contested factional struggle within the party.
Directoire bathing suits to replace knickerbockers at resorts
The New York Sun reports a fashion shift as Directoire style swimsuits arrive on European beaches. The outfit features a fitted upper, side slit skirt attached to knickerbockers, delicate silks, and a waterproof poke bonnet. Parasols complete the refined look.
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Directoire
Ocean Grove
Parliament Growth Shaping Russia Toward People’s Rule
The duma refuses a 500000 appropriation for four new naval vessels signaling confidence issues and prompting anticipated ministerial resignations. This marks a shift toward parliamentary influence, a change unthinkable two decades ago, though true parliamentary government is not yet achieved.
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Duma
Russia
Theople
Richmond Nnews
Test of statesmanship for Engiebright in Grass Valley case
Grass Valley correspondent lauds Congressman Engiebright for securing a federal building for Grass Valley amid retrenchment sentiment. The piece portrays his long struggle in congress as a heroic effort to obtain architectural development for a small California town of 4719 people, noting the public building as a notable achievement despite limited eloquence.
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Grass Valley
California
Sacramento Union
Engiebright
Eulogist
Engebright
Congress
Sural
Pittsburg
Bryan and the Courts
Milwaukee Journal reprints a 1896 Bryan platform paragraph denouncing federal interference in local affairs and government by injunction. It supports a Senate bill on contempts in federal courts and jury trials in certain contempt cases.
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Milwaukee Journal
United States
United States Senate
House of Representatives
Extrem of Fashion and the Directoire Revival
The London World notes the revived directoire craze will provoke a strong backlash, comparing it to the eel skin mania of the 1870s as a revolt against crinoline dominance. The piece hints at a future violent reaction to the fashion trend.
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Directoire
When You Come of Age Question Echoes
A visitor asks a boy what he hopes to be at twenty one, and the boy calmly replies that his goal is twenty one, quoted from The Herald and Presbyter.
The Zoological Orchestra Creeps The Graveyard Stage
A poem by Harvey Worthington Loomis from Success Magazine humorously assigns animal roles to a musical ensemble. Creatures include a turkey, puppy, bullfrog, elephant, crab fiddler, and quail, each contributing quirky sounds and antics on a haunted graveyard setting. The piece mocks musical pretensions with playful wordplay and a comic chorus.
Tame Turkey Prank Bites. Richmond Story
An Almanack anecdote from Polk Miller recounts a Virginia tale of a wild turkey passed off as tame. Uncle Ephraim defended the purchase claiming the shot found in the bird was meant for him, a sly quip that ends the Richmond yarn.
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Polk Miller
Richmond
Almanack
Virginia
Ephraim
Prison Reform Through Craft Trades Tale
A short anecdote from Youth's Companion tells of a shiftless Black youth named Ransom Blake who is sent to a penitentiary to learn a trade. On returning home a white acquaintance asks about his prison work. He says they aimed to make an honest boy by placing him in the shoe shop nailin pasteboard outer shoes for soles.
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Ransom Blake
Ranse
Bromley’s Witty Exchange About Housekeeping
In a brief, humorous exchange Bromley asks about starting housekeeping and answers with a playful nod to marriage as a tool for warding it off or guiding domestic duties.
Parties and Individualism in 1908 Politics
The Milwaukee Journal analyzes shifting party lines by citing a Republican platform paragraph contrasting socialism with individualism. It argues both major parties now rely on law to fix evils, noting the loss of clear partisan ties and the mixing of politics beyond traditional lines.
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The
Milwaukee Journal
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Hamilton
Jefferson
Evangelist retells tale of Kentucky mountaineer conversion
George Barnes recalls a stubborn Kentucky mountaineer nicknamed Bill who resisted missionary effort. A leading citizen tries one last appeal asking if Jesus died to save someone who never saw or knew him. The neighbor retorts that it would be easier for the Lord to die for Bill since he has never seen him.
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George Barnes
Kentucky
Bill
Bil
Jesus Christ
Rochester Herald
Never call a man a liar says Nashville American
The Nashville American quotes advice on dealing with falsehoods by calmly addressing the speaker. It suggests a measured response like looking the offender in the eye and saying you talk like a weather bureau, avoiding harsh accusations and maintaining civility.
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Weather Bureau
Nashville American
His Promise Fulfilled
A playful exchange after a marriage ends with the husband admitting he has lived up to his vow to remain a bachelor in name only, now known as just his wife’s husband. The line reflects playful marital expectations in a literary piece from iJudge's Library.
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iJudge’s
Concordia Aid Society Reports Thriving Year
The Concordia Aid society held its annual meeting on Wednesday with officers re elected. A reception at the hall honored president Chas Arenz who celebrated his 66th birthday. The organization reports a highly successful year and thriving condition.
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Concordia Aid Society
Chas Arenz
Lansing Excursion Tickets Going Fast
Already 350 tickets have been bought for the excursion to the Homecoming at Lansing on June 24, promising one of the largest trips out of the city.
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Lansing
City
Low Round Trip Fares to Denver and Colorado Springs
Daily June to September through routes via Chicago, Ion Pacific and North Western Line offer two fast through trains to Colorado. The Colorado Special provides a one night stay in Denver with return by October 31. Booklets and full details available from any North Western Line ticket agent.
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Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Chicago
Andion Pacific & North Western Line
Colorado
North Western Line
Mrs Hartje Wins Alimony and Fees in Divorce Case
Mrs Mary Scott Hartje wife of Augustus Hartje the paper manufacturer was granted 5000 dollars yearly alimony 26750 dollars for court expenses and 7000 dollars for attorneys fees by Judge Fraser in the Pittsburgh divorce proceedings. The court slightly reduced her claim for expenses and counsel fees.
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Pittsburg
Mary Scott Hartje
Augustus Hartje
Fraser
Mrs MacKay Stuns Reno At Banquet Smoke Scene
Reno society was shocked at a Riverside hotel banquet when Mrs Clarence Mackay smoked a cigarette with male guests. The event, hosted by Reno's prominent citizens for Mackay and party, created much talk in inner circles.
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Reno
Clarence Mackay
Riverside Hotel
Child Bitten by Dog Remains Stable in City
Esther Dahl daughter of Theo Dahl 110 South Third street was bitten by a dog Tuesday afternoon. Her condition remains about the same with no rabies symptoms yet. Dr. Gunderson has the child under care and does not expect the wound to cause trouble.
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Esther Dahl
Theo Dahl
South Third Street
Gunderson
Quick Lunch Place Aims Open With No Seats
Yonkers Statesman reports a local business figure plans a fast service eatery with no seating for patrons. The bold setup sparks doubt about public reception and potential backlash against the unconventional dining idea.
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Gotham
Five Cats Prompt Classroom Guess
A Hebrew Standard joke notes a teacher asking pupils to name five members of the cat family. After silence a girl blurts out father cat mother cat and three kittens in a light classroom moment.
Pen Versus Trowel on Broadway Money Debate
A quirky exchange between a young writer and a practical man on Broadway contrasts the value of stories with the tangible boom of skyscrapers. The Boston Transcript quotation frames the debate over literary versus material rewards in urban progress.
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Broadway
Boston Transcript
Behind the Curtain New Page about a Poet’s Mirror
Housemaid notes the poet's reflection preoccupies him as thoughts turn to a statue in his honor. The quip in Fliegende Blaetter frames a literary vanity joke about fame and posterity.
Plans for La Crosse County Agricultural School Building
Notice to architects to submit plans and sketches for a three story agricultural and domestic economy school building in Onalaska Wisconsin. Proposals due by June 30 1908 at 10 am with cost not exceeding 35000 dollars. Plans must show first second and third floors and elevations and be drawn to scale. The County School Board reserves right to reject all plans and will notify competitors of results.
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County School of Agriculture and Domestic Economy
la Crosse County
Wisconsin
Onalaska
County School Board OF Agriculture
Crosse
County School Board
County Schools Board
la Crosse
J. L. Pettingill
F. I. Bolles
B. F. Oltman
Young Man Marries and Buys Lot in Hillview Place
A young man begins married life by purchasing a lot in Hillview Place. The move signals a fresh start as he plans future home construction and ties to the local community.
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