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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
3
A local public dispute centers on a crossing policy as the mayor signals the need for efficient action. A council member, aiming to force a resolution, attends the meeting to witness the expected execution of the mayor's plan amid lingering tensions and a fellow critic in the chamber.
Mayor Anderson confronts a tense debate over safety at the Mill Street crossing. The rail and streetcar companies resist, delaying action as authorities consider railroad commission jurisdiction and responsibility.
Washington dispatch reports high tariff forces maneuvering to shape the Republican convention platform. They aim to control delegates and the tariff plank, pressing for revision and warning that Taft’s nomination could be constrained by a platform favorable to revision or one allowing double meaning. Taft is urged to stand firm on tariff revision.
A Methodist preacher sent a telegram with Acts twenty-thirty-two, “And now, brethren, I commend you to God.” The operator misread it as Acts twenty-three, two, prompting confusion in a conference. The misread verse recalls Ananias commanding the high priest’s men to strike Stephen.
Boston Transcript criticizes lurid magazine angel covers and their melodramatic depictions. The piece jokes that angels, though artful, appear unconvincing and questions the public choice of winged figures with flowing hair and dramatic colors. It compares angels to pre-Raphaelite ideals and recalls Josiah Allen’s death quip.
Spotlight review lauds the Lyric program led by Rescued from an Eagle's Nest praised for realism and emotional impact. Audience response grows with the up-to-date theater promising to secure new films as soon as released.
Fashion note outlines a graceful negligee suitable for cashmere albatross or similar fabrics. Describes sleeve options open or plain, scalloped or simple finishes, and various washable fabrics. Details pattern 5928 with underarm shaping and possible ribbon ties, sizing for bust 34–42 inches and yardage for medium size. Pattern mailed by Fashion Dept for ten cents plus stamp.
A clipped quip notes banks laugh when funds are asked back and jokes that the dyspeptic who insists on sausage is his own worst enemy.
The text portrays Mrs Frank Stroebe R as a nervous wreck and expresses a desire to not live. It documents a mental health crisis and emotional collapse from a first person perspective, reflecting severe distress.
Mrs Frank Stroebe of Appleton Wisconsin reports a nervous breakdown improved after using Peruna for months. She says three bottles restored strength and weight, with a splendid color and renewed life without sanatorium care. She endorses Peruna as a superior tonic and strength builder. Jian-a-lin the Ideal Laxative.
Stanton, a rookie on a dangerous East Side beat, endures taunts and a hail of projectiles. After a knife threat and brutal mob assault, he fights back with a blackjack, earning the gang’s grudging respect and a thaw in hostilities.
William Le Queux presents a new novel featuring Charles Rolfe described as a man of mystery. The paper announces first publication rights and a Monday start for a serial before its book release.
A historical remark notes that men often display pride in financial prowess by spending beyond their means, reflecting a stereotype about frugality and expenditure in social behavior.
In Milwaukee, Senator Stephenson yields to popular petitions and prepares to run again. He had pledged to retire after a short term but now returns to the arena in Washington as corporate power and wealth press the people to fight.
The Bulgarian general staff claims readiness to field 206000 troops if war breaks out and would strike toward Constantinople. Bulgaria asserts a peace force of 53000 and up to 300000 in wartime, with plans for two 100000 strong armies moving on Adrianople and Salonica to seize key Ottoman points before attacking the sultan.
The letter reports that a brother in Australia was nearly drowned but life was saved by others. The Philadelphia Inquirer notes the incident with concern and sympathy from The Visitor.
A waiter declares that the house does not serve half portions to two diners. A patron counters that the restaurant charges for a full portion. The exchange highlights a dispute over portion sizing and pricing.
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