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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1906
Page
10
The St Paul Daily News highlights broad support for Bryan and Roosevelt breaking party loyalties. It argues issues and principles should guide action over party names, predicting a national shift toward cooperation across factions and an end to empty labels in American politics.
In Milwaukee John I Beggs of the traction gas and electric company fights municipal ownership plans and faces criticism from Rollie Gelatt who argues Beggs blocks progress to protect profits. The column labels them a paired influence denying public ownership and hinting at similar disputes in La Crosse.
A western paper mocks Kansas political history with tales of bribery and scandal in the senate, naming Burton and others while noting Clarks of law and order. A Missouri correspondent adds gossip that Bryan could win the Democratic nomination and Taft faces stiff opposition unless he broadens appeal.
The passage argues Bryan will likely beat Taft, or be defeated, or face a contest with Roosevelt or La Follette. It notes the public knows Bryan Roosevelt and La Follette, but not Taft, and claims people resist experimental choices. The emphasis is on familiar figures and steady choices in the presidential race.
Germania hall hosted the La Crosse high school graduation with twenty six graduates receiving diplomas. Prof Nathaniel Butler of the University of Chicago gave the main address on present day ideals in education as music by the chorus and orchestra accompanied the event.
Secretary Stafford of the YMCA with Physical Director Bottsford and twenty youths left for Trempealeau Bay for the annual encampment. High water ruined the regular site, mud covered lawns and shoreline erosion forced a move. It may be the local camp is unused this year as others depart for Independence Day in La Crosse in July.
Mrs. Fruit and her children travel to Wheaton near Chicago for the wedding of Clyde Fruit, eldest son of the Judge, to Miss Margaret Smith of Wheaton.
Lena Richert was granted a divorce from Frank Richert in circuit court yesterday on cruel and inhuman treatment grounds. Richert, captured in South Dakota by Sheriff Haugen about three weeks ago, was brought back on requisition papers and charged with desertion. He was released after the divorce upon paying $65 and court costs.
A fragment from an old page hints at a rural recipe item or dessert title, mentioning Water Apple Pie. No clear events, dates, people, or organizations are identifiable in the readable text.
New stock of collar supporters in various widths with plain and jeweled finishes. Sterling silver nails and pins, grooming tools, brushes, and accessories priced from 1 cent to several dollars. Engraving is free and a constantly changing stock promises latest patterns and best value. Irvine's promotes honest advertising as their success secret.
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