Regents Award Multiple Contracts for University of Wisconsin
Madison, May 23. The regents awarded the library addition contract to T. C. McCarthy for 4 444. A refrigeration plant contract went to United Refrigerator and Machine Co of Kenosha. Grady building contracts were assumed by the regents who will finish the agricultural chemistry and home economics buildings. A large permanent stage will be erected behind the observatory for the Wisconsin pageant and other outdoors events. Sunyside Coal Co received the coal contract for 22 000 tons at 2 65 or 2 70 per ton. The class of 1913 incorporation plans were favorably acted upon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Library of Agricultural Hall
University of Wisconsin
T. C. McCarthy
University
McCarthy
Lathrop, Chadbourne
Barnard
United Refrigerator and Machine Co
Kenosha
W. H. Grady Company
Agricultural Chemistry
Home Economics and University Extension
Sunnyside Coal Company
Chicago
Nature and Night in a Fragmented Verse
A fragment reflects on nature's course with lines about night falling and day breaking, capturing a contemplative mood and cadence of early modern verse. The speaker muses on understanding nature’s path as time shifts from darkness to light.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted for Constipation
An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle effective laxative for babies and all ages. It claims quick health improvements, minimal dosing, and a free sample offer by mail from Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
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Dr. Caldwell
M. Johnson
Dayton St
Kenosha
Wis
Dorothy Johnhealth
John
W. B. Caldwell
Washington St
Monticello
Ill
Tumulty Ledger Reveals Campaign Tactics Behind Wilson Presidency
The black leather ledger kept by Joseph P. Tumulty, secretary to President Wilson, records state by state political situations, patronage hopes, and opinions on candidates. It tracks delegates, graft risk, and voter's loyalties, suggesting Tumulty’s private notes could shape White House decisions.
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Washington
Joseph P. Tumulty
Wilson
Tumulty
Democratic Party
United States
Jersey City
Assembly
Simon
New Jersey
New
Loose Leaf Ledger
White House
Won by the Change of a Letter
Thaddeus Stevens saved a man by a single letter changing by to my in a key witness statement. The prisoner was indicted for murder and the witness claimed the accused shouted by heaven I have shot him. The defense argued my heaven I have shot him would alter meaning and the jury freed the prisoner.
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Thaddeus Stevens
Stevens
Fortune hunting season open but few hunters hit
The note suggests hunting season remains open for fortune seekers while few hunters are accurate marksmen. It implies cautious optimism about gains but highlights poor shooting skills among many prospectors.
Wilson Nominates Washington Officials in May
President Wilson named Anthony Caminetti of California as commissioner general of immigration and Mark A. Skipper as collector of internal revenue for Colorado. He also announced postmaster appointments in East Auburn and Roseville California Waukegan Ludington Grand Rapids Maiden Rock Merrill Superior and Superior Wisconsin with several names listed.
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Washington
Wilson
Anthony Caminetti
California
Internal Revenue
District of Colorado
Mark A. Skipper
East Auburn
Cal
Luke S. Morgan
Roseville
Lukie M. Anderson
Waukegan
Ill
Daniel A. Grady
Ludington
Mich
William J. Gleason
Grand Rapids
Wis
Robert Nash
Maiden Rock
Harvey G. Smith
Merrill, Wis
Richard B. Runke
Superior
Fred A. Russell
Number of liars seems to be increasing
A brief observation notes that the perceived count of liars appears to be rising. The statement reflects general distrust and suggests a trend without detailing specific individuals or events.
Brewer Near Death In Milwaukee Street Car Crash
Milwaukee May 23 Hen Uihlein president of the Jos Schlitz Brewing company narrowly escaped death when the buggy he rode in was struck by a street car. Uihlein was thrown out and dragged several yards before the car halted. He was severely bruised.
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Milwaukee
Hen Uihlein
Jos Schlitz Brewing Company
Narro
Uihlein
Bruts
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Iba
T and
Risa
Wisconsin
Dorothy Johnson
Barron’s
Eee Et Ik
Hague
Burton K. Standish
The
United Press
Connelly
Iowa
School of Hard Knocks
Hinebaugh
Illinois
Colorado
Kindel
Kansas
William N. Thompson
Clancy
New York
Main Street
Ibarron's
TelAn
Irene
Brassieres
Gossard, la Grecque
A. P.’s and
Warner Brassieres
Ayer
Biddy
Mollie
Ack
Evelyn
Daddy
Long Island
Mrs. Biddy
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