Lightning Dangers With Telephones Stressed
Storms in La Crosse prompt Electrical Review discussion on telephone use during lightning. The danger is small but real, with many incidents of non fatal shocks and heightened nervous fear. People should avoid phones while storms rage, as lines can fail and fear often exceeds actual risk. Also notes Barnum Bailey elephant births and a tiny horse named Speck at an upcoming show with details on baby elephants and care.
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la Crosse
Electrical Review
Bridgeport
Europe
Barnum & Bailey
India
Philadelphia
Bar- Smun & Bailey
Three Baby Elephants Birthed in Captivity History
A historic survey notes only three elephants ever born in captivity. The first birth occurred in Philadelphia in 1879 with a calf named Columbia. The Barnum & Bailey show later consolidated with Bailey’s Ring in Bridgeport, Connecticut, in 1881.
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Barnum & Bailey
Philadelphia
Columbia
Quits Politics to Ride on Passes
Janesville Wisconsin after the anti pass law takes effect T S Nolan resigns as fire and police commissions chair and Republican county chairman. He cannot hold the posts under the law while continuing as attorney for the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul railroad. If the law includes mileage paid newspaper men P J Mouat may also have to quit as Daily Recorder editor and Democratic state central committee member.
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Janesville
Wis
T. S. Nolan
Fire and Police Commissions
Republican County
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
P. J. Mouat
The
Daily Recorder
Democratic State Central Committee
Opening of Summer Session at Madison Opens Monday
Madison Wis June 26 The summer session opens Monday with many students arriving today and more to come on registration day. The first week features public lectures on various subjects as part of the program for the session.
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Madison
Wis
Storm Strikes Sheboygan School
A violent storm hit Sheboygan at noon causing crop and property damage. The First Ward school was struck by lightning while a crowd of Milwaukee excursionists was drenched and frightened. Several washouts followed the storm.
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Sheboygan
Wis
First Ward
Milwaukee
To Proceed Against Co-Operative Ins Company
Madison June 26 Attorney General Sturdevant seeks Supreme Court leave to dissolve the Co operative Home Assurance company of Milwaukee for failing to deposit 11 6 000 with the state treasurer to be held in trust for its contract holders.
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Madison
Sturdevant
Supreme Court
Co-operative Home Assurance Company of
Milwaukee
Lone Wisconsin police chief killed by escaped lunatic
Anacotawid Wis June 26 Chief of Police Jack McArthur aged about 46 was shot and killed near Antigo by James Weitenzer an escaped asylum inmate from Oshkosh. Deputy Sheriff Michelson pursued but Weitenzer escaped across fields. McArthur had served ten years as chief and left a wife and three children.
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Antigo
Wis
Jack McArthur
James Weitenzer
Oshkosh
Weitenzer
McArthur
Michelson
Brick Plant Is Almost Ruined by Vandal Act
Menominee Michigan June 26 an apparent attempt to ruin the new brickmaking plant of the Menominee Brick company was carried out Tuesday night when a nightwatchman was away. A valve in the water tank was opened, draining boilers until water ran low. Fire department responded and the tank was refilled, guarding against a recurrence as investigators seek motive.
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Menominee, Mich
Menominee ‘Brick Company
Woman and Children Drowned in Wisconsin River
A fishing party of women and children near Newbold Wisconsin drowned when their rowboat capsized. Victims include Mrs Ezra Craft and two Craft children Eva Craft 14 and a Miller child. The group of eleven attempted a Black's Lake fishing trip as current swept the vessel over.
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Rhinelander
Wis
Wisconsin River
Newbold
Ezra Craft
Craft
Eva Craft
George Craft
Lawson Miller
George
Black's Lake
Market Report Notes Strong Berry Supply and Mixed Goods
Local markets show few changes with home grown strawberries plentiful and cheap. Prices vary from seven boxes a quarter to eight cents per box, while peas, beans, hops, and other produce remain steady or down slightly. Egg butter market steady, spring chickens scarce due to cold wet spring, and lambs abundant though grazing conditions affect growth.
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Chicago
Drowning Tragedy Claims Six Near River Homesteads
Six people escaped drowning last night including Mrs. George Craft. The bodies of Mrs. Ezra Craft and one child were recovered three miles downstream. others remain missing as river searchers scour miles. The Craft and Miller families lived on homesteads with men working in nearby mills. George and Ezra are brothers.
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George Craft
Ezra Craft
Craft
George
Ezra
Tribune in La Crosse Says It Tells Truth
The Tribune asserts bold, independent reporting as the only La Crosse paper willing to tell the truth. It emphasizes watchdog journalism and a commitment to accuracy amid local debates and municipal coverage.
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the Tribune
la Crosse
Dr George Powell Featured as Consulting Physician and Surgeon
Dr George Powell, a consulting physician and surgeon, is highlighted for his medical expertise and clinical practice. The report outlines his role, training, and contributions to patient care in the local medical community.
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George Powell
Elks Dope Al Most Fatal Inhalation Incident
Mrs. Frank Lamprek lies in critical condition at her Racine home after inhaling fumes from banana oil while cleaning floors at the Elks club rooms. She knocked over a bottle, wiped it up, and nearly lost consciousness. The item concludes with an unrelated theater promotion for the Bijou.
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Racine
Frank Lamprek
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