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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1907
Page
7
The Barnum & Bailey show in this city on Thursday July 4 features a riding seal that balances atop a horse, a novelty praised as the first known act of its kind. Report notes the seal’s awkwardness out of water and the trainer’s skill in creating the display with circling horse movements and a platform transfer.
Formal complaints by the National Union of Railway Trackmen allege Missouri Pacific rail lines lack sufficient crew and materials to keep tracks safe, citing rotten ties and worn rails on lines in Kansas Missouri. The action targets Union Pacific with plans to expand against other railroads nationwide, starting with the Clinton Bridge project in Iowa and noting a Boonville bluff issue in Missouri.
A list of church services across Caledonia area churches led by Rev A M Ivey Rev J J Clemens Rev J S Lowe Dr Faville and others with times 10 30 a m 7 45 p m 10 45 a m and 7 45 p m Sunday school Luther league and union services noted Also mentions Immanuel Evangelist Immanuel and First Baptist Christchurch LDS and other details for June services
A trained seal performs complex feats balancing hats batons and a football on its nose while the horse moves around the ring. The audience applauds the riding seal and the act showcases athletic balance and precision amid other circus attractions including ski sailing and aerial performances.
A countryman walking a crowded street reads a sign over an engineer’s door reading Cast Iron Sinks. The sign provokes anger as he declares any fool should know better, reflecting a simple street remark from a historical exchange.
A columnist notes a political debate is only twice as tiresome as a political speech offering a wry comparison about public discourse and fatigue with campaigns.
The Northwestern starts pile driving for the new double track bridge over the Mississippi at Clinton Iowa next week. A work train unloads material in East Clinton storage yards with four to six cars daily. The Western Foundation company handles substructure work while a large crew prepares at the bridge site.
A. M. Ake of Wood Indiana describes years of severe lung hemorrhages and failed treatments before using Foley's Honey and Tar. He reports his lungs are now sound and recommends the remedy for advanced lung trouble. O. T. Erhart endorses Foley's Honey and Tar to stop coughs, heal lungs, and prevent serious cold outcomes.
Charleston Gazette reports a 200-pound pale gray mouse with sky blue eyes and yellow ears seen by Hallowell Dabney at Smithers by a mulberry tree at night. The creature allegedly feasted on whiskey and beer from a broken wagon, trampled Dabney, and vanished with the missing drink before dawn.
A terse adage notes that moral or social failings in a man are judged by quiet words and deeds rather than explicit profanity. It frames conduct as the true measure of character.
A professor argues education is the development of thinking and maturity, not memorization or practical skills. He differentiates two school types, condemns commercialized curricula, and warns that true learning transforms over time while mere training leaves intellect unchanged.
The Interpreter explains Moy er Haywood and Pettibone on why gold mining wage fights differ from other industries. When miners win wage gains copper operators cannot raise prices. gold price is world set, forcing owners to absorb costs or close mines. The clash is a battle for existence between mine owners and workers with socialist critique noted.
Indian words such as Muskoka Kawartha Temagami and Bright Water describe delightful summer spots in North America. Special low round trip fares available via the Grand Trunk Railway System with double track from Chicago to Montreal and Niagara Falls. Descriptive literature and time tables mailed free by Geo. W. Vaux at 135 Adams Street Chicago.
Ticket prices listed as 59.90 and 72.40 for travel to San Francisco or Los Angeles via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Ry. Options include Omaha Kansas City or via St Paul Minneapolis. Tickets on sale June 22 to July 5 with return by September 15 and liberal stopovers. Information available from the ticket agent.
A little girl pleads with her mother to agree to a separation. The caption from Meggendorfer Blaetter portrays a tender moment reflecting family strain and the idea of separation as a remedy.
A witty European gossip snippet questions a serious liaison between a tall Hed figure and a small councilor. The remark playfully notes social adjustments, joking about the refinement of footwear heels to suit status.
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