Tribune Ad Rates Rise After May First 1906
The Tribune will charge 12 percent more per column inch for display advertising after May 1 1906, up from 10 cents. Old contracts accepted until then but not solicited. The paper cites rising production costs and labor hours, notes circulation gains, and offers to fund a circulation study by the Merchants Association while asserting it has large La Crosse city and country reach.
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The
Tribune
la Crosse
Merchants’ Association
Tribune Publishing Company
Street Car Franchise Controversy In La Crosse
La Crosse council approves a street car franchise tied to Cass street extensions with one year deadlines and transfers debated. Aldermen argue over timing, north side fare, and rail supply as public service policy sparks provoked editorial caution from The Tribune.
Merchants Protect City From Hawker Competition
City aldermen unite to shield home merchants from transient hawkers unloading shopworn goods. Editorial notes proposed licensing as a remedy with daily rates suggested, before further council discussion.
Local papers spar over hawkers and home merchants in La Crosse
The Leader-Press backed a hawker firm, the Chronicle seized small ad revenue, while the Tribune refused to run ads for an enterprise unfair to home merchants. The piece notes La Crosse merchants’ reactions to these stances.
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Leader-Press
Chronicle
Tribune
la Crosse
Alderman Pushes City Takeover Clause in Franchise Pact
Alderman Bacheller urges adding a clause to the street car franchise allowing the city to assume control of the system at any future date with fair reimbursement. He argues national and municipal ownership of traction lines is likely and praises the plan as avoiding litigation and expense. The measure is urged as a wise, forward looking step for La Crosse.
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Bacheiler
la Crosse
Twelfth Ward
Alderman Bacheller
Chronicle declines sensational social entry from readers
The Chronicle notes it does not publish risqué or unspecified gossip sent by readers. It cites a salacious item involving a La Crosse man, his wife, and Miss on South Street as an example of what it refuses to print.
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Chronicle
the Chronicle
la Crosse
Williamson & Libbey Lumber Company Says It Is Sound
Oshkosh Wis March 2 Officers and advisory committee say Williamson Libbey Lumber Co is sound with assets exceeding liabilities by 200000. Directors consult bankers to finance until assets convert to cash. Stockholders heirs of D L Libbey expect final liquidation with no loss to holders and stand ready to fund full repayment if assets shrink.
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Oshkosh, Wis
Williamson & Libbey Lumber Company
D. L. Libbey
Pattison Threatens martial law if Springfield saloons open
Governor Pattison via the adjutant general warned Mayor Todd of Springfield that opening saloons would trigger troop withdrawal or the declaration of martial law, with conditions stated in Columbus.
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Scrinps-McRae
Columbus, O
Pattison
Todd
Springfield
Thomas to Run for State Treasurer in Wisconsin
Chippewa Falls March 2 John W. Thomas state railroad commissioner announced his candidacy for state treasurer. He had discussed the move with supporters in Chippewa Falls and Madison and today made the formal declaration to succeed John J Kempf.
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Chippewa Falls
Wis
John W. Thomas
Thomas
Madison
John J. Kempf
Fay Lewis Co Opens Smoking Room in Main Store
Fay Lewis & Bros. announces the opening of a new smoking room at 313 Main Street this Monday. The Moorish themed space features burlap drapes, green glass hex shades, silk canopy, oak furniture, and a centerpiece lamp, inviting the public to view a refined interior no doubt pleasing to patrons.
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Fay Lewis & Bros. Company
Main Street
Keene
Havana
Funeral for Prof Langley Held in Washington
Funeral services for Prof S P Langley secretary of the Smithsonian Institute were held this afternoon Interment was in Boston Highly regarded scientist and educator Langley contributed to aerospace and astronomical research in the United States
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Washington
S. P. Langley
The
Smithsonian Institute
Boston
Waukesha Chief Arrests Crook Over Local Heists
The Waukesha chief of police arrived this morning then left for home with George Reynolds who was wanted for burglarizing several stores and residences. Reynolds was found with goods on his person when arrested, signaling a strong case.
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Waukesha
George Reynolds
Reynolds
Boy Soprano to Sing at Germania Hall Sunday
Joe Stockemer, the boy soprano, will be the soloist at the Kreutz or chestra concert at Germania hall Sunday afternoon. An exceedingly attractive program has been prepared.
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Joe Stockemer
Kreutz
Germania Hall
Steamer Pennsylvania Arrives with Russian Refugees in New York
New York reported the steamer Pennsylvania arrived this morning carrying about two thousand Russians, mostly Jewish refugees, presenting a significant prewar migration wave into the city.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Prool game and life notes from rural letters
A local reminiscence column discusses naming changes in games, social behavior, and town concerns. It quotes Oak Valley correspondence about visits, job changes, valentines, and social snubs, then muses on February ending and wary views of smart talk and class.
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Oak Valley
Osseo Recorder
Peter Huskelhus
Strum
Lina Sedahl
Scribe
Olive Hawkenson
Iver Skoyen
Alice
Amanda Berg
Levis
Hulda
Citywide streetcar expansion and fare plan approved
The ordinance details Main Street extensions to city limits and south along Twenty third to Market with completion by June 1 1907. Fare structure includes 25 cent six ride checks, $1 for 30 checks with morning and evening validity, half fare for schoolchildren, and 20 minute service from Fourth and Main until midnight. Cars directed to Green Bay Western depot and cemetery line with future double tracking. An owl car addition is proposed.
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Main Street
Sixteenth
Twenty-third
Main
Fourth and Main Streets
Green Bay & Western
Cemetery Line
Torrance
Onalaska
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills touted for headache relief
An advertisement claims Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills stop headaches quickly without opiates or habit forming risk. It notes nerve soothing action on tired brain nerves, assurances of safety when used as directed, a money back guarantee, and a 25 dose package for 25 cents sold by druggists.
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Miles
F. E. Karl
Detroit
Mich
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart, Ind
Aldermanic Fray Over City Rail Line Turns on Free Rides
The council struck out free rides for aldermen firemen policemen and officials as a violation of the state anti pass law. Debate centered on the Cass and Ninth street line with Emery Keller Rehfuss and Withee voicing positions while Houska opposed due to ward service impacts. The section was defeated 13 to 7, and tracks were approved from Sixteenth street to the city limits along Market street toward the Catholic cemetery.
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Bacheller
Emery
Ninth Street
Cass
Keller
Rehfuss
Withee
Houska
Seventh
Ninth Streets
Cass Street
Railway Company
Sixteenth Street
Market Street
Five-Story Broadway Building Destroyed in Fire
A five story building on Broadway was destroyed this morning in New York, causing an estimated loss of $200,000. Fire officials reported the blaze started early and rapidly engulfed the structure, with neighborhood crews battling flames to prevent spread. No further details on casualties or cause were released.
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N. Y
New York
Broadway
Bottling Dept Seeks Experienced Box Makers
Notice seeks skilled individuals for bottling department at John Gund Brewing Co. Apply in person for boxing and packaging positions.
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John Gund Brewing Co
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