Clerk Pays Wolf Bounty Mistake In Marriage Plot
Marinette Wisconsin March 5 The Menomonie county clerk prepared to pay a 25 dollar wolf bounty to Earl St Julian a Hibbing Minnesota wig maker for a marriage license to wed Gertrude Wolf Milwaukee stenographer The clerk misunderstood the word wolf and misread the situation Gertrude arrived prompting correction St Julian said he had made a good catch but would not ask anyone to pay a bounty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude
St. Julian
Nude Art Shocks Chicago Cop
March 5 in Chicago Detective Fred Hirsch of the police censor bureau ordered an art store to remove a display copy of Paul Chabas' painting September Morn. The proprietor protested that the original won a 1912 Paris salon gold medal. The copper called the back room display inappropriate for the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Eve
Fred Hirsch
Police Censor Bureau
Paul Chabas
Paris
Simpler Task Compared To A Woman Securing A Lead
The remark contrasts ease of romance with the difficulty of scoring a point on a lead pencil. It uses a humorous analogy to suggest social dynamics in courting and precision tasks.
Not Like the National Game
A playful exchange between Geraldine and Gerald recalls childhood kiss ing games, highlighting memories of secret play that thrived beyond adult limits and notions of proper public behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldine
Gerald
Lyric features Andre's Orchestra amid region visits
Citizens and visitors populate La Crosse with business trips and social calls. Andre's Orchestra headlines at the Lyric while personal visits, early 20th century ties to nearby towns, and small-town commerce fill the day. Residents travel to Alberta and Wisconsin towns, with local firms advertising supplies and services.
Opportunist defendant speaks in New York supreme court
A defendant in the New York supreme court proclaims, I am an opportunist, I make money when I can, noting the world seems filled with opportunists. The remark frames his self view amid the ongoing case and public attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Supreme Court
Suffered torment with eczema in Lebanon man’s testimony
In Lebanon Ohio a man describes eighteen to twenty years of severe eczema on his thigh and scalp, itching so intense he could not sleep. He tried many remedies until a sample of Cuticura Soap and Ointment relieved the itch within minutes and fully cured him, with scalp dandruff also cleared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lebanon
L. R. Fink
Cuticura
Dept. T
Boston
New York Woman Lawyer Scatters Grafters
Miss Mary Coleman a prominent New York lawyer and suffragist led a graft fight in Harlem and exposed corrupt conditions in the upper city. Her civic improvement record is well known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Coleman
New York
Harlem
Republicans Back President Wilson in Iowa Legislature
In Des Moines on March 5 both Iowa legislative chambers approved a resolution of congratulation and pledge of support to President Wilson. Rep Charles E. Scholz and Sen Joe Allen spearheaded the measure, with no opposition, and it was telegraphed to the president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Wilson
House
Charles E. Scholz
Senate
Joe Allen
Man Escapes Hospital Snow Chase for Ice Cold Bath
A. Schwerdler of Valley City fled a hospital last night in his night clothes using a fire escape. He ran to the river and bathed in ice cold water before a pursuing party found him and he agreed to return to the hospital without further trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley City
N. D
A. Schwerdler
Schweidler
Minnesota House Passes Presidential Bill in Final Action
The Minnesota House of Representatives passed the presidential bill and the Senate is expected to act favorably.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Paul, Minn
Minnesota
Senate
Governors' Guard Association Seeks School Demolition Bids
Notice to contractors and wrecking companies to submit sealed proposals for tearing down the Second Ward school at Fourth and King. Bids due by 5 pm March 25, 1913, with certified check of 15 percent. Sealed bids opened at the Armory that evening. awards go to the highest responsible bidder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governors’ Guard Association
Second Ward
Fourth and King Streets
Wm. H. Berg
South Third Street
Governors’ Guard Ass'n
Surprise society party honors Jamestown newlyweds Wakeman
A Jamestown couple Mr and Mrs R D Wakeman widely known in West Salem were feted at a surprise party in La Crosse Wisconsin. The gathering at 813 South Eighth street featured music games and a late supper at 821 South Eighth street. The couple formerly Miss Gusta Steenson and Mr Wakeman work for Northern Pacific Railroad with Jamestown HQ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. Wakeman
Jamestown
N. D
Madison
Wis
Henry Trepte
South Eighth Street
Mr. Wakeman
Trepte
Wakeman
Gusta Steenson
West Salem
A. J. Friemark
Fred Rick
Tausche
Friemark
A. E. Anderberg
H. Tausche
W. H. Webb
Joseph Smith
B. Trepte
A. J. Firemark
Elizabeth Trepte
Olga Gundlach
Elsie Anderberg
Christensen
Birthday party honors Miss Martha Will
Miss Martha Will entertained many friends Sunday evening for her birthday anniversary. Prizes in progressive cinch went to Miss Dora Schwartz and Philip Roth, with consolation prizes earned by Miss Grace Barnes and Will Voelker. Supper followed, and guests included Dora Schwartz Frieda Haefner Grace Barnes Margaret Stirneman Amelia Brinkman Minnie Will Rose Will Frank Haefner Paul Witzke George Will Harry Groth William Will and Mr and Mrs EK Manke.
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Martha Will
Dora Schwartz
Philip Roth
Grace Barnes
Will Voelker
Frieda Haefner
Margaret Stirneman
Amelia Brinkman
Minnie
Rose Will
Frank Haefner
Paul Witzke
George Will
Harry Groth
William Will
Mrs
EK. Manke
Birthday Dinner Honors John Lord at North Seventh Street
Mrs Albert Roberg hosted a small dinner on Tuesday evening for her son John Lord s tenth birthday. Guests included Henry Rooney Jr Charley Looney and Fenton Taylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Roberg
North Seventh Street
John Lord
Henry Rooney, Jr
Charley Looney
Fenton Taylor
Eastern Star Card Party Set at Masonic Temple
The Order of the Eastern Star will hold a card party at the Masonic Temple this evening for members and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of the Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Sleighride Party Honored By Misses Snyder
Misses Eloise and Helen Snyder entertained a group of friends at a Tuesday sleighride party at 4 pm. Guests included Tilma Peterson Ruth Beck Ruth Button Viola Sheel Dorothy Casper son Dorothy Ahlstrom Freda Kathary Julia Johnson Esther Marking Elizabeth Carter Ethel Casperson Beatrice Nutting and the hosts. Chaperones were Misses Mason and Byrne.
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Eloise
Helen Snyder
Tilma Peterson
Ruth Beck
Ruth Button
Viola Sheel
Dorothy Casperson
Dorothy Ahlstrom
Freda Kathary
Julia Johnson
Esther Marking
Elizabeth Carter
Ethel Casperson
Beatrice Nutting
Ely's Cream Balm Promises Quick Cold and Catarrh Relief
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a rapid remedy for blocked nostrils and catarrh. It claims when applied in the nose it opens airways, relieves headache, and, by morning, cures cold in head or catarrhal sore throat.
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Ely
O. _T. Erhart
Talk of 6000 Miles Echoes Spark Wireless News
Newport reports a wireless conversation between two Argentine republic stations 6000 miles apart was distinctly heard. In Munich waitresses duel over a $2.50 hotel tip. Berlin schoolmasters form a movie censorship committee. Chicago man kicked and left home after his mother-in-law bought teeth on his account.
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Newport
R. J
Munich
Berlin
Chicago
John Finn
Constipation Remedy Ad Promotes Blackburns Casca Royal Pills
An old advertisement touts Blackburns Casca Royal Pills as the fastest permanent fix for constipation biliousness and bowel issues. Marketed as a physic tonic and purifier the pills are offered in 10c and 25c sizes through local druggists.
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Blackburn
Broken Heart Kills Murderer's Mother in Wisconsin
Mrs. Johanna Maria Sorenson aged 70 died of a broken heart after learning her son Hugh Sorenson pleaded guilty to murder and received a life sentence at Waupun. He had shot and killed Mrs. George Bevington on January 28 in Polk County as she returned from St. Paul where her husband lay in a hospital.
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Menomonie
Wis
Johanna Maria Sorenson
Waupun
Rochester Times Quote Exchange Sparks Women’s Needs Debate
A dialogue from the Rochester Times presents a back and forth on what a woman truly needs for happiness. The exchange contrasts essential comforts with desires she may not require, reflecting social views of the era.
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Rochester Times
Suggestion on modesty and boasting in language
The note proposes that when modesty begins to boast it should also change. It argues for language adjustment to reflect humility and avoid excessive self-promotion.
Bell-Hops Favor No-Tipping Law in Milwaukee
Milwaukee bellmen support an anti-tipping law if hotels pay living wages. Hotel clerks oppose, arguing tipping drives prompt service and constant attention, fearing reduced effort and slower front desk work without tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wis
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Claim
Advertisement states PAZO OINTMENT will refund money if it fails to cure itching blind bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days. First application provides ease and rest. Price listed as 50 cents.
Names and Faces Moment of Reunion in Quirky Exchange
A fleeting exchange turns humorous as a woman remarks that his memory fails her face but recalls her name. He awkwardly concedes the appeal of a memorable name highlighting the odd contrast.
Social Living as a Pillar of Growing Society
Gilman argues that unions, organizations, and inter service collaboration are essential processes in a growing society, with expanding power and action driving the joy and health of social life.
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Gilman
Card of Thanks for Mrs. Louis Koch
We express sincere gratitude to relatives friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy shown during our bereavement in the death of our wife daughter and sister Mrs Louis Koch Special thanks to Rev Gamm Mr Louis Koch and Mr and Mrs Beyer and Family
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Louis Koch
Gamm
Beyer
Fourth sausage victim dies in Chelsea poisoning case
Aberdeen SD March 5 The fourth victim of the Chelsea sausage poisoning case is dead and a fifth is very ill. More than two weeks ago eleven members of the families of William Kate and August Kate and two members of Ed Batteen’s family ate summer sausage and fell ill. August Kate is the latest victim. William Knie and another family member remain seriously ill.
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Aberdeen
S. D
Chelsea
August Kate
Ed. Batteen
August Kaie
William Knie
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Shelby
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Reno
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Sparta
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