Mexico Turmoil Delays Wilson Vacation Plans
The Mexican crisis threatens to interrupt President Wilsons planned vacation as Carranza battles Obregon and Angeles reportedly travels to the United States. The Colorado with Marines stands off the coast while May readies a commander. Food shortages worsen and a full Vera Cruz report awaits cabinet review and Admiral Howards assessment. Angeles heads to Boston en route from Mexico.
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Antigo Dick Eagles Pack for Wisconsin Convention Travel
Antigo Dick the eight year old Eagle will travel after the Wisconsin Eagles convention in Antigo ends. The bird, once captured near Antigo, has lived in the Hagtes lodge and later the city provided him for the 1915 convention. La Crosse will forward him to next year’s host city as the tour continues. Winona Aerie plans a sixty strong delegation to join the parade with a band arriving on the Milwaukee road Wednesday noon.
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Bellport Girl Killed After Bicycle Hit by Motorcycle
Mattie Youngski aged 9 from Bellport died from injuries after a bicycle she rode was struck by a motorcycle driven by E H Randall of Quogue Long Island The accident occurred on June 21 in Patchogue New York authorities reported
German Specialist Summoned to Constantinople for Sultan's Peace
Berlin dispatches report a German specialist has been summoned to Constantinople to attend the sultan. The reason for the summons and the sultan's illness remain undisclosed.
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Berlin
Charles Dittman Leads Eagles' La Crosse Growth
In La Crosse the Eagles Aerie 1254 credits Charles A. Dittman with steering the local order to rapid rise. From a 90-member, debt-ridden group in 1905 to nearly 800 members and surplus funds, Dittman’s secretarial leadership and local efforts propelled the organization.
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Charlie Dittman
Order
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The
Governor Slaton commutes Frank death sentence sparks violence
Public outcry follows Governor Slaton's order commuting Frank's death sentence. A court reverses the verdict and Judge Higbee rules that the circumstance sets aside the 900 city sealer was granted, amid tensions and fear of unrest.
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Governor Faces Mob as Curbs on Conscience Stir Obscurity
The governor issues a statement amid unrest as a crowd gathers and heated discussion erupts over conscience rights and state authority. Tensions rise as officials seek calm while protesters press for action.
Precedent Set on Unlicensed Cars as Trespassers on Highways
Judge Higbee rules that autos without state license are trespassers and no damages are due for crashes. Derr loses $900 judgment against Milwaukee road. costs awarded and appeal likely. Decision cites multiple parallel cases and notes night crossing danger and blocked view.
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Caledonia Street
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Higbee
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Milwaukee
Cobb county party aims at Gov Slaton, reported en route
Police watched for a large Cobb county demonstration heading to Atlanta to seek vengeance over Leo M. Frank case outcome. Officers largely kept hands off crowded streets as the suspected group moved toward the city.
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Governor Slaton Commutes Leo M. Frank Sentence
In Atlanta Georgia Governor Slaton commutes the death sentence of Leo M Frank to life imprisonment for the Mary Phagan murder and Frank is moved to Milledgeville State Prison to begin life term. Crowds, police activity, and militia rumors surround the case as debates about the cause and Conley's involvement continue.
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Milledgeville
Mickschl Case Gets New Trial Over Speed Verdict
Circuit Judge E C Higbee set aside the previous verdict exonerating Harold May in the Mickschl death case. Ida Mickschl seeks damages after May admitted speeds between twenty and twenty five mph, with witnesses placing him at thirty five mph. The matter likely heads to retrial at the November term.
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E C. Higbee
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John Mickschl
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War Fights Loom as Aerie Sessions Open Tonight
Local Aerie members converge for the Eagles convention with battles expected over state secretary and state presidency. Contenders include Aditman of La Crosse and Nichols, with Armstrong possibly seeking a fourth term amid delegate selections and politicking for Spokane.
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Aerie
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Horicon
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William H. Armstrong
Armstrong
Order
Arrivals Begin Yesterday for State Eagles Convention in La Crosse
Delegates pour into La Crosse as the state Eagles convention opens with a big theater meeting. Judge John Karel, unable to attend, is replaced by T M Toll of Milwaukee as the principal speaker. Officials welcome the visitors, with 206 of 300 delegates expected to attend tonight’s open session at the La Crosse theater.
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la Crosse
T. M. Toll
Milwaukee
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A. A. Bentley
William H. Armstrong
Adams
William F. Adams
Thomas J. Cogan
National Aerue
Kare
Cogan
Gateway City Quartet
Ness Sisters
Emil Neimeyer
Princess Players
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Buy It at Home contest offers $5 prizes for letters
The La Crosse Tribune announces a contest to promote buying at home. Writers of up to 200 words can win five dollars in trade by composing reasons to buy locally. Entries due by July 6 with three judges and potential publication of winning letters.
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Billy’) Armstrong
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