High School Steer Killed by Teacher During Farmers Week
Thief River Falls Minnesota March 22 During the farms week in the high school building agriculture instructor Henry Werner killed the steer bought last November by the board of education. The animal was fed from school farm grain and fodder and cared for by students. It routinely gained two to three and a half pounds daily. Werner plans to kill the school calf and the sheep as well.
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Henry Werner
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Abrogating Negligence Defense in Wisconsin Workmen Act
Madison March 22. The proposed Wisconsin workmen compensation bill seeks to abrogate contributory negligence as a defense for employers. The measure would extend the act to more hazardous employments, set definite compensation for injuries, and require firms to choose whether to stay outside or come under the act, aiming for broader coverage and easier administration.
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Holland landscapes come alive in Howe journey at La Crosse theater
Spotlight previews praise Lyman H. Howe for capturing atmosphere in a Holland series. The artist photographer transcribes sunset and moonlit scenes with unmatched tranquility and faithful color, offering a restful, imaginative experience tonight and Sunday matinee and evening.
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Holland
la Crosse Theater
Old London Lord Mayor Show Recall
The London Mail recalls the 1616 Lord Mayor’s Show and mocks modern pageantry while listing a dutch fishing smack on wheels a dolphin Arion the king of the Moors on a golden leopard and mermaids drawn by virtue figures with a lemon tree and an angel on horseback urging praise for the live mayor. A girl awaits a marriage proposal from a young man she loves.
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John Leman
Walworth
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Quinine and Iron General Tonic Promotes Health
Grove’s Taste Less Tonic marketed as a 30 year standard general strengthening tonic. Claims to cure malaria fevers weakness and loss of appetite while purifying blood and arousing liver action. Features bromquinine and E. W. One Day signature guarantee. 50c and 25q variants advertised.
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Syrup of Figs Elixir Promises Gentle Child Health
An advertisement urges mothers to use Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna to treat children's constipation. It claims gentle cleansing of the stomach and bowels without cramps, warns against castor oil and harsh laxatives, and touts a fig-based formula by the California Fig Syrup Co.
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Edwin F. Sweet Named Assistant Secretary of Commerce
Edwin F. Sweet of Grand Rapids Michigan has been appointed assistant secretary of commerce by President Wilson. A former Democratic congressman from his district, he lost his seat to a Republican in the November elections, and his new post is viewed as more desirable than a congressional seat.
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Congress
Notable Young Violinist Makes Majestic Debut
Master Gerald Nottingham of Kimball South Dakota at age about eleven appears at the Majestic theater for matinee and evening concerts this week performing violin solos by Spohr Mozart Schumann and Necke. He studies under Isador Tippmann who praises his promise and guides his gifted pupil Miss Iane Nottingham accompanies on piano and studies at Tippmann's school.
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Kimball
South Dakota
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Nottingham
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Bangor area social notes highlight birthdays and visits
Miss Edna Roberts hosted the Teachers Sewing club. Mrs. C W Holtze returned from La Crosse. Miss Marjorie Stintzi of Madison visited Bangor. Gordig Preston marked his birthday with friends. Mrs. Fred Moering and family, and Donard Cass from Ferryville visited Mrs. Margaret Meyer. F C Witt to host a dance March 23 with Haack's orchestra. Miss Gladys McEldowney hosted St Patrick's day for local birthdays. Mrs. C W McKenzie celebrated 95th birthday with 95 candles. Embroidery club gathering Tuesday included Neitzel, Stevens, and others. Mrs. W MacEldowney of West Salem visited her parents. Carl Schumacher of La Crosse visited his father. Miss Asnetha Page from Minneapolis spending Easter vacation. Harvey Kyle of Sparta sought location for a clothing store. Bernie Darling to move to Fritz Schroeder's house. Fritz to move to his farm April 1.
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Madison
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Sparta
Donard Cass
Ferryville
Margaret Meyer
F. C. Witt
Wakefield
West Salem
C. W. McKenzie
Embroidery Club
Chas. Gerletti
Wmr. Saley
Crystal Spillane
Garnet Backus
Helen Holtze
Barbara Kuranz
Anna
Rae Stevens
W. MacEldowney
Notice to Creditors in Wisconsin Probate Case
State of Wisconsin In Probate La Crosse County Court in the matter of the estate of John Christopherson late of Greenfield deceased letters of administration granted to Anna Christopherson notice creditors may present claims within six months after March 13 1913 for examination and allowance and the court will on September 16 1913 at 10 o clock A M examine and adjust all claims in the court room La Crosse Wisconsin signed by County Judge John Brindley and attorney James Thompson for the estate
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John Christopherson
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Anna Christopherson
Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil Promoted for Wounds
Promotion claims the oil relieves pain and heals wounds burns ulcers and many skin ailments. It highlights widespread use with guaranteed results and states price points 25c 50c and 1.00. Mentions a laxative on every box and a cure for a cold.
Varsity Glee Club Plans Midwest Concert Tour
Madison Wis March 22 A tour by the University of Wisconsin Men's Glee and Mandolin clubs will visit Tomah La Crosse and Winona Minnesota from April 3 to 6 Alumni in each city will host events including luncheon dance and supper at the Tomah La Crosse and Winona stops The tour showcases campus musical groups and regional engagements
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Illustrious Shoemakers and Their Noted Makers
An essay argues that shoemakers have sharp minds though their posture at work dulls the head. It cites a book detailing illustrious cobblers such as Sir Cloudesley Shovel, Gifford the Terrible, Bloomfield, Carey the orientalist, Admiral Myngs, George Fox, John Kitto, and Sturgeon the electrician among many others.
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Gifford the Terrible
Bloomfield
John Kitto
Sturgeon
George Eliot and the lesson of tolerance from life
George Eliot reportedly cited tolerance as life’s chief lesson. Her view of life echoed a card game metaphor where she observed each move with keen interest and aimed to tilt the play in her favor.
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George Eliot
Mothers Recommend Father John's Medicine At Home
Mrs Hattie A Smith reports her seven year old son recovered from a ten day cold with Father John's Medicine. She urges mothers to keep a bottle at home and notes her own relief from chest and back illness. The letter offers contact details in Philadelphia and Lowell Massachusetts orders for a large bottle by express prepaid.
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Wilson revokes Taft land office transfer order
President Wilson signed a new order revoking Taft era action that moved the land office at Gregory South Dakota to Carter. The move, requested by Senator Gamble, was alleged to settle political debts and is being reviewed amid Wilson administration scrutiny.
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Northwestern University Instructors Strike
Chicago dispatch reports Northwestern University instructors began action today in Chicago, with faculty walkouts affecting campus operations and classes. Officials warned of potential disruptions as the labor move unfolds amid ongoing contract talks.
Yale Faces Intercollegiate Swim Title Challenge
The team claims the intercollegiate championship after defeating Yale 27 to 22 last night. The Elis had previously beaten all eastern foes to reach this point.
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