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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
3
The National Issue praises Rep James A Frear of Wisconsin for opposing a Rivers and Harbors bill. It accuses the Army Engineer corps of padding the $76,000,000 package with many jobs for engineers architects and material makers, sidelining public interests.
A Wisconsin representative Frear vows to challenge army engineers Tom Kings and Dick Turpins whom he accuses of corruption and holding up Congress. Judge Ray S. Reid notes the arduous battle ahead but agrees a good fight will prevail as government stance remains indefensible and exposed to sunlight.
A call to fill churches tomorrow as La Crosse begins homecoming week. The piece argues against a one Sunday worship mindset and urges attendance to thank the Benefactor for civic unity, patriotism, prosperity, and the upcoming reunion, highlighting the city’s history and guidance.
The piece paints Col. T. Roosevelt confronting Col. Perkins amid labor, monopolies, and trust power. Amos Pinchot reveals Perkins’ ties to Wall Street finance and a plan to legitimize monopolies. Roosevelt warns that backing him implies backing Perkins.
A comic exchange features Mike and Pat debating a coat weight. Mike claims 175 pounds, Pat jokes about weighing with the coat on while holding it in his arms, attributed to a Maga zine of Fun.
Terre Haute June 27 Attorney Abe S Miller was named receiver for the Root Dry Goods company a Claflin subsidiary He furnished a 25000 bond and assumed control of the store as court action proceeds through the local district court
A poemish sailor chanty by John O Keefe published in the New York World. It imagines sky sailors singing while flying, with lines about yeo ho, a gasoline tank, a jury mast, and a sailor’s longing for Nancy Gasoline as he leaves port. The piece blends nautical and aerial imagery and ends with reflections on furling sails and taking to wings.
Residents debate mudhole maintenance and private car haulage to boost fortunes versus improving highways. Proponents push speed enforcement and raising public works funding from proceeds. The discussion frames a broader choice between local gains and community infrastructure.
A Chattanooga man encounters an elderly Black acquaintance on the highway with his arm in a sling and asks if the arm is broken, reflecting a moment of casual roadside contact in the era’s vernacular.
A vintage ad proclaims TIZ relieves sore tired feet feet ache and puffiness. It promises a 25 cent box from druggists or department stores for a year of comfortable feet with tingling relief and happier shoes.
A Chattanooga man explains a surreal scheme to shoot trees in the woods and sell the grown trees as relics of the Battle of Lookout Mountain to visitors from the north. The odd tale centers on a self described “gun sore” man who claims he shells trees to imprint bullet holes and then fells them for sale as historic souvenirs.
Dobbs says the production was first class and notes several men present every night admitted by sat through the whole show. When asked who they were he answers the musicians.
A boy named Arthur walks with his mother on a country road. He points to ducks crossing the road and remarks that ducks are not made right because their eyes are on the sides while his are in front. His mother affirms the observation.
Mr Brown praises the new telephone connecting his office and home. He invites a guest to dine, but the wife’s televised reply echoes with miscommunication, ending in a humorous hotel misunderstanding.
Two men mock Mr Baker for walking in the rain without an umbrella. They hurry away, fearing he might recognize the umbrella as his. The exchange hints at mistaken identity and social shyness in a light, humorous scene.
A quip asks how much value a bequest of 100000 holds. The exchange suggests even a large sum may feel insufficient when judged against life’s larger costs and needs.
Farraday confronts Marshall about Marys heart and Maxwell’s plans as they probe past betrayals and family ties. A haunted man reveals love, motive, and a guarded past while the miniature of Madame Barras prompts reflection on a dangerous pursuit and a possible return to England.
A meeting of the tax assessors is planned in the office of City Tax Commissioner Joseph Frisch today. The event is expected to discuss local property valuations and tax administration procedures.
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