Day’s Bid to End Public Works Board Sparks City Debate
The administration sought to abolish the board of public works with broad public backing but failed after aldermen opposed the move for political reasons. James T. Day, an alderman and candidate, supported abolition, even voting to deprive himself of a job. The board still handles hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars annually, making the forthcoming election crucial to city finances.
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Day for Commissioner of Public Works Urged
The Tribune cites private businessmen, quasi public bodies, municipalities and the State of Wisconsin praising James T. Day for his construction work and competence, urging voters to nominate him for the board of public works to improve city services.
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the Tribune
James T. Day
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Legal Spotlight on Witness Coaching in Primary Probe
The Free Press reports Katy Dids praise Tom Morris for a key hit as North Wind McGillivray Roy Morse and Stephenson handlers confess coaching by Black and Hyzer Stephen son’s lawyers. They say witnesses were told to tell the truth but fail to recall other details, prompting questions about what else the lawyers instruct beyond the oath to be truthful.
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North Wind
McGillivray
Roy Morse
Stephenson
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Tom
Black
Black and Hyzer
Senator Morris
Uncle Ike
Army as a great industrial training school proposal
A Massachusetts congressman introduces a bill to convert the U S Army into a free three year training system. Recruits would be under twenty, drilled only as in West Point, and selected by mental and physical exams. Graduates would be trained as farmers, mechanics, artisans, or tradesmen and placed in responsible roles after service.
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Congress
Massachusetts
West Point
Lok
Is Your Coat Dusty Dandruff Solution Promoted
An advertisement promotes Newbro's Herpicide as the permanent cure for dandruff by destroying the germ. It claims the product stops scalp irritation keeps hair and scalp clean and urges readers to purchase from druggists or request a sample by sending 10 cents to The Herpicide Co., Detroit, Mich. Hoeschler Bros. are listed as special agents.
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Herpicide Co
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Mich
Hoeschler Bros
Doan's Kidney Pills Tackle Weak Kidneys in Testimony
La Crosse resident C. J. Miller reports years of kidney pain and backache improved by Doan's Kidney Pills bought at Erhart's drug store. Miller credits lasting relief to the remedy, urging others to remember the name and buy only Doan's. Foster Milburn Co. markets the product in the United States from Buffalo, New York.
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New York
United States
Senate Budget and Conservation Committees Form Amid Reform Push
Washington dispatch reports creation of a budget committee to audit federal expenditures and eliminate duplicate appropriations, and a conservation committee to study natural resource needs. Younger senators gain representation, while La Follette faces potential committee shifts. amid controversy over a Wisconsin opposition meeting, Rep. Davidson denies involvement and a clarifying letter from I C Thompson surfaces.
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Washington, D. C
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Dixon
Borah
Senate
Aldrien
Wisconsin
Washington
Davidson
James H. Davidson
J. C. Thompson
Winnebago County
Republican Committee
Thompson
Congressman Davidson
John C. Thompson
Oshkosh
Washington Letter to Editor March 11 Correspondence
A brief 1909 Washington letter begins with the date March 16 and references a prior correspondence dated March 11, signaling an ongoing exchange with the newspaper editor. No further context or details are provided in the readable fragment.
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Washington
Obey orders urged as vital for every young man
A terse exhortation stresses obedience to orders as essential for character and success. It links discipline with duty and personal development, urging youths to follow guidance from authorities and mentors to build a proper life's course.
Tom Morris Morning Plunge and Shelf Mishap
Tom Morris experiences a cold plunge at Madison each morning and is humorously described as being spanked and placed back on the top shelf in a La Crosse paper.
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Madison
la Crosse
North Wind of Jackson County Fails to Move Political Barometer
A light editorial note states that the North Wind of Jackson County blowing does not influence the political barometer, implying weather has no bearing on local sentiment or upcoming votes. The remark anchors on stubborn public mood despite seasonal gusts.
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Jackson County
What Doc’s Next Move Remains Unclear
Uncertainty surrounds Doc’s planned course of action as officials and observers await a decisive statement. Analysts note possible strategies but await concrete direction from the team or management.
The Strange New Creed by Percival Lowell
The Seattle Post Intelligencer recalls an exchange on public ignorance of astronomy. Lowell mocks lay understanding while a policeman detains a man claiming to be a scion of scientific nambiness, illustrating clash of science and everyday speech.
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Percival Lowell
Seattlc Post Intelligencer
Stomach Ailment Remedy Formula Suggested
A neutralizing mixture to aid digestion and reduce intestinal gas is proposed. The recipe includes sodium phosphate essence of peppermint baking soda and water, to be taken before meals to stimulate gastric juices and prevent fermentation. Drugstores can prepare it for about 60 to 65 cents.
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles Cheer Up
A verse urging resilience and optimism with the refrain to keep your upper lip. It counsels smiling despite misfortune and facing tough luck with grit, suggesting worry harms success and that the darkest hour precedes a brighter day.
Plain man on juries declares verdict based on docked defendant
A Dundee Advertiser quote recalls a juryman who says he is not swayed by lawyers witnesses or judges. He explains he judges by the defendant in the dock asking why the person is there if not guilty and declares all defendants guilty.
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Dundee Advertiser
Mars youth rails on cars ends voyage with starry stride
A light verse from the New York Herald notes a young man from Mars who rode trains briefly and found only straps before returning to the stars. The poem playfully contrasts earthly railways with cosmic travel.
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Mars
New York Herald
New Spring Bonnet Sparks Dream Talk Between Spouses
A light exchange between Wifey-Mrs. Jones and her husband centers on a spring bonnet. She admires the style while he teases about needing a doctor if he shared such dreams.
Mary and the Servant Flip Jacks in Quick Kitchen Banter
A Judge remarks on Mary as she turns flapjacks, praising her skill for not breaking any. The mistress scolds then urges another flip, quipping that one good turn deserves another in a light domestic scene.
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Mary
Court Denies Regular Shipping, Orders $700 Damages
Michigan Supreme Court holds Pennsylvania Railroad liable for unnecessary special service delaying monument delivery. Carrier breached duty by withholding regular service and interfering with rights of Harrison Granite Co which agreed to furnish and set up a $1500 monument. The $700 charged for special service must be recovered.
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Harrison Granite Co
Pennsylvania R. Co
Northwestern
New York
Supreme Court of Michigan
The Seductive Plotter and Laura Vane Confrontation
William Tankerlane confronts Laura Vane with damning claims about John Shil and Ben Holland. He reveals his love and his intent to win her, admitting he let John Shil seize liberty to control the situation. Laura resists with a slap, wounded yet silent as she grieves the confrontation.
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William Tankerlane
Laura Vane
Laura
John Shil
Tankerlene
Ben Holand
Ben Holland
John Shill
Tankerlane
New Year Resolutions Focus on Economy and Character
About 80 percent of New Year resolutions relate to economy and about 20 percent seek improvement in character. The statement highlights common motives behind resolutions and suggests a balance between financial goals and personal development.
Incomplete bank balance sheet item list
Partial OCR of a bank statement shows loans and discounts 2 227 966 14 dollars, overdrafts 125 68, U S bonds 400 000 00, other bonds 216 326 16, banking house and fixtures at 5 percent redemption fund, cash, due from banks, capital stock, surplus, undivided profits, national bank notes outstanding, deposits, certified checks, and dividends unpaid.
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U. S
National Bank
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