Jap postal power in Manchuria threatens Chinese sovereignty
China accuses Japan of using the postal system to undermine sovereignty in Manchuria and to exert control over Imperial Chinese railways. Russia aided Japan by excluding Chinese mail from through routes after the 1904 war, with a scheme to consolidate influence. The dispute escalated with the Tat susceptibility incident noted as the final straw by Chinese officials.
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Manchuria
Japan
Imperial Chinese Post
Russia
China
Europe
East
Siberia
International Postal Union
Dynamite Probe of Blackwell's Island Bridge
John C. Jay Jr of Pennsylvania Steel plans an investigation into a report eight sticks of dynamite were found under the western pier of the $16,000,000 Blackwell's Island bridge. The project has faced union tensions and work stoppages since 1901 amid open shop disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John C. Jay, Jr
Pennsylvania Steel Company
Blackwell's Island Bridge
Blackwell’s Island Bridge
Pelham Bay
Cleveland
Rushford Choral Club rehearses first session
Rushford Minn March 9 Thursday evening the Rushford Choral club held its first rehearsal at Emanuel Parish house. The club organized by La Crosse school of music will be directed by Prof. Harry Packman with officers Miss A C Aldrich president Miss Ella Arnold vice president Rufus Putnam secretary and treasurer Over thirty have joined the club They plan to perform Stainers Crucifixion and end term with a grand concert
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rushford, Minn
Rushford Choral Club
Emanuel
la Crosse School of Music
Harry Packman
A. C. Aldrich
Ella Arnold
Rufus Putnam
Stainer
Fire devastates Phoenix Telephone office in lightning strike
Fire gutted the Phoenix Telephone company office in Rushford Minnesota after lightning struck the building on wires. Night operator Miss Maude Bathuck rang the fire bell to summon help. firemen arrived after a delay, and the interior was burned out though flames were soon controlled.
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Rushford
Minn
Phoenix Telephone Company
Grocers to Meet for Delegates to National Convention
Regular meeting of the Retail Grocers Association is set for tomorrow evening in Woodman Hall. Delegates will be elected to attend the national convention in Washington D C.
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Retail Grocers’ Association
Woodman Hall
Washington, D. C
Gossip Debate Spurs Eight Hour Limit Idea at Chicago Meeting
Chicago March 9 The Women's Trade Union League debated whether gossiping women should be restricted to eight hours of activity. Speakers from the University of Chicago and socialist circles argued for or against gossip, with some defenders praising gossip as beneficial and others warning against laziness.
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Chicago
Women's Trade Union League of Chicago
Federation Hall
la Salle Street
Sophronisba P. Breckenridge
University of Chicago
Siskind Goldbarth
Party guests largely criticize the refreshments
An afternoon gathering reportedly sees seven of ten attendees voicing disapproval of the refreshments. The remark frames a common social critique at social events.
Diapepsin claims quick relief for digestive troubles
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a powerful antacid and digestive aid. It asserts stomach souring from fermentation causes indigestion and gas, promising relief within minutes after taking triangular tablets and claiming a full case costs fifty cents at any good pharmacy.
It is a wise plan to do your best not your best friend
A concise reflection on prioritizing personal effort over relying on friends. The line suggests personal accountability and steady effort as the core message. No names, places, or organizations are present.
Sharpshooters Win Medals in La Crosse Contest
La Crosse Sharpshooters awarded gold medals after their weekly test and prize contest. John Mohr deputy sheriff led Class A with 213 points Frank Mader topped Class B and John Ott won Class C. Winners must claim three consecutive wins to keep medals.
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la Crosse
Mohr
John Mohr
Frank Mader
John Ott
John Mobr King
Union Tare
John Rusche
John Castley
Sol Brdick
Geo. Ott
O's
H. Krenzke
Jos. Bertle
E. Ruprecht
Joh. Ott
E. M. Smith
Phil. McMahon
al Wm. Kathary
Chas. Harzor
Theo. Ladke
Andy Gilbertson
J. Mohr
J. Rusche
J. Castley
E M. Smith
May open reform guns this week
The Pastors' union of La Crosse met at the Y M C A and heard Rev. A L Wood discuss immigration. A secret meeting followed with discussion of a reform movement, but plans were not disclosed though one leader hinted action could start this week.
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Pastors’ Union of la Crosse
A. L. Wood
North Side
Reporter Goes to Madison After Illness in Whitehall
Court reporter Madison A. Harrison returns from Whitehall after a severe attack of sciatic rheumatism. He will depart tomorrow for Madison on United States business and stay about two days.
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A. Harrison
Whitehall
Madison
United States
Insurance Suit in Court's Hands
Mrs. Vera Sarah McNaughton sues Des Moines Life Insurance for 35000 on a 1903 policy of 5000 taken on Adorium Judson McNaughton. Company contends sworn statements were false. plaintiff says facts were known and true. Trial at Trempealeau county circuit court in Whitehall ends with jury findings. final ruling to be issued in La Crosse Friday after a further hearing.
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Trempealeau County
Whitehall
J. J. Fruit
A. Harrison
Vera Sarah McNaughton
Des Moines Life Insurance Company
Adorium Judson McNaughton
McNaughton
Los Angeles
Cal
la Crosse
Normal bids on 12th instant prompt in La Crosse school plans
The La Crosse school bids call for a modern building with extensive concrete fireproof floors. It features two gymnasiums in the basement, a model training department on the first floor, and a large eight recitation room third story. Plans by Van Ryn De Gelleke of Milwaukee.
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Model
Assembly Hall
van Ryn & de Gelleke
Milwaukee
City of
la Crosse School
Fire at Pontiac Reformatory Highlights Prison Plot
Superintendent Mallory testified before the legislative investigating committee detailing a revolt plot by Pontiacs 1200 inmates. He condemned the prisoners as scum and brutal human failures, calling the facility Hell's Half Acre of Illinois.
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Pontiac, Ill
Pontiac Reformatory
Hell’s
Illinois
M. M. Mallory
Legislative Investigating Committee
Mallory
Real estate deeds filed at county courthouse
Deeds submitted and filed today list transfers including John Blankley and wife selling 40 acres in Onalaska to William J. Blankley for $1, with March 24, 1906, noted. Anna Meyer sells a farm in Farming ton to Edward Meyer for $1,500. Warren H. Collins and wife transfer a Hamilton town farm to Homer Jewett for $1,209. Heirs in Norway sell nine La Crosse city lots to Carl J. Jorgenson of Ashland, Wis, for $1,209, papers received by American consulate Henry Bordewich at Christiania and signed by heirs in Larvik, Norway.
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Register of Deeds
Aiken
County Court House
John Blankley
William J. Blankley
Onalaska
Anna Meyer
Edward Meyer
Farmington
Hamilton
Warren H. Collins
Homer Jewett
Norway
Christina Jorgenson
la Crosse
Carl J. Jorgenson
Ashland
Wis
Henry Bordewich
Christiania
Larvik
Carnegie approves civil war veterans pension list
New York March 8 Andrew Carnegie yesterday placed on his pension rolls members of the military telegraph corps. The pensioners, all Civil War veterans, will receive 144 dollars a year. The action comes in response to a request by the corps executive committee last December.
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New York
Andrew Carnegie
Military Telegraph Corps
Corps
Carnegie
Pleasant Surprise For Mr. And Mrs. C. Robert
Mr and Mrs C Robert hosted a Saturday night gathering at 936 Redfield Street as friends arrived with cards music and refreshments for a pleasant time.
Young Farmer Dies at Hospital Near Spring Valley
R. M. Schwanke, a 28 year old farmer from a Spring Valley area, died this afternoon after a weeklong illness with complications. He was brought to a local hospital last Saturday and passed away shortly after noon. The body will be shipped this evening via the Southern Minnesota lines to Spring Valley for burial. Fessler and Dahl are in charge.
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R. M. Schwanke
Spring Valley
Minn
Minnesota
Fessler & Dahl
Recruits Join at Higher Pay Surge Amid Law Change
Rex Brown of Tomah enlisted at the local recruiting office for field artillery and will report to Fort Snelling. Morris Scott of Manston plans enlistment this week, with papers already received. Sergeant Shaw says higher recruit pay under recent congress act will boost enlistments and foresee a large intake.
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Congress
Rex. Brown
Tomah
Fort Snelling
Morris Scott
Manston
Sergeant Shaw
Bail reduced for John Paliwoda in Schmidt grocery burglary
Attorneys Morris and Hartwell filed for a bail reduction for John Paliwoda charged with burglarizing Schmidt grocery on the North side. The aim is to set bail at a level allowing him to work for his family while awaiting trial.
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Morris and Hartwell
John Paliwoda
Schmidt
Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promoted
The advertisement touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a universal remedy for mucous ailments stomach weak digestion biliousness and skin problems. It emphasizes blood purification remedies for scrofula and old ulcers and recommends All Healing Salve for open sores. It argues the medicines have known composition no alcohol and cites Native plant ingredients and cures over four years.
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S.S. S
Akevc
THE
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Materia Medica
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Sage
Doctor Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Main St
Buffalo
N. Y
Ings
Pierge
Gfny
Ostar
V. Pierce
Dr Pierce
Dr. *Terce
ENO
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