North Side Woman Loses Race With Death Over Husband’s Death
William A. Lenz, 1503 George street, a 25 year old Burlington brake man, died in a Winona hospital after an East Winona freight yard accident. He was mangled when his foot caught in a frog as cars passed. a special train carried his wife toward his bedside, but he died en route. He leaves a wife and two small children, with funeral plans to proceed to St. Paul.
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Winona
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Wayfreight No. 92
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The
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Yeomen
la Crosse
St. Paul
Close Call of the House Sparks Discussion
In a late parliamentary scene the venerable ex-senator lingers in the parlor with the young people. His daughter proposes a close call of the house, asking all nonparties to retire while she and Charlie discuss a question of personal privilege.
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United States
Charlie
Congregation Sees Tiny Preacher Share High Pulpit
A diminutive preacher swapped pulpits with a giant pastor. The high pulpit was reached by a winding stair and the small preacher spoke in a squeaky voice beneath the bald head peeking above. The line quoted is It is I be not afraid.
Diogenes Defends Philosophy With Witty Reply
The anecdote recalls Diogenes countering a critique of his knowledge by saying that even pretending to be learned reveals a fondness for learning. The remark underscores his characteristic sharp wit and disdain for pretension.
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Diogenes
Wood's Employes to Testify in Dynamite Conspiracy Case
Boston May 24 United Press reports that in the Wood trial prosecutors plan to tie President Wood to the dynamite conspiracy through his employer. Two Woolen company stenographers and Wood's clerk will confirm conferences with Atteaux on January 19 and 20 1912. Breen testified planning the planting with Atteaux on January 19. Pelletier expects three more witnesses Monday to complete the link. Defense may move to dismiss or call Wood and Atteaux to testify.
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Mass
Wood
Pelletier
President Wood
Woolen Company
Atteaux
Breen
Albert Wilson Dies in Milwaukee on Short Illness
Albert Wilson a well known colored porter on the Milwaukee La Crosse division died at his Milwaukee home after a brief illness from pneumonia. He was famed for his humor and kindness to women and children on trains. He served the La Crosse division for over three years. Funeral services will be held at his Milwaukee home on Monday.
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Albert Wilson
la Crosse
Milwaukee Railroad
Milwaukee
Wilson
Tan Shoes Barred on the Milwaukee
An order from D E Rossi ter trainmaster on the La Crosse division of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad bars tan shoes for brakemen. The shift from black to tan pumps drew passenger ridicule and prompted a conservative directive requiring uniform color to match the blue attire.
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D. E. Rossiter
la Crosse
Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad
Souvenir or Check Debate Sparks Domestic Quip
A humorous exchange shows a husband and wife arguing over money after marriage. She insists on $50, he offers a dollar, she jokes about framing it as a souvenir, and he suggests giving a check instead. The brief moment reveals light domestic banter.
Frank Chance A Versatile Sports Figure Of Early Era
Frank Chance, famed for guiding the New York Highlanders, is described as a multi talent athlete and manager. The piece recounts his early boxing days in Fresno California, where he fought as a lightweight contender and earned prize purses in improvised bouts.
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New York Highlanders
Chance
Frank
Fresno
Cal
Reader
Surprise Silver Wedding at Caledonia Street Church
On the twenty fifth wedding anniversary Mr and Mrs FE Partridge were surprised by Caledonia Street Methodist church members in the church parlors. Rev H E Fraser presented them with a set of solid silver knives and forks. Ice cream and cake were served. About seventy five attended.
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FE. Partridge
Caledonia Street
Anecdote of a Scolding Scotchman in a Restaurant
A prominent Englishman writes a letter in a restaurant while a Scotchman reads over his shoulder. The letter ends with a boast that a curious Scot is peeking while he writes. The Scotchman retorts that he has not seen a word, declaring the claim a lie.
Timepieces halt as clocks meet owners’ deaths
Clocks and watches stop when their owners die, a note on scarcity states that 84 pieces are particularly rare.
Daily Thought on Modesty and Charm
A short quotation notes that modesty reflects a woman’s virtue and grace. Mrs. Henry Svard comments that modesty is an essential form of charm, suggesting social value in restrained conduct.
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Daily
Henry Svard Bol
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