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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
3
The La Crosse Tribune lists daily circulation for April 1908 with figures for ten Thursday at 6,853 and Friday at 8,358 and Saturday at 6,387. A Sunday entry appears as 10. The fragment notes the publication’s distribution counts for specific dates in the month.
The Fourth Estate notes optimism in the West contrasts with cautious East, citing surveys from New York agencies. Chicago and the Northwest report rising advertising and business, while Washington authorities deem affairs satisfactory. In Topeka and Kansas, business remains less robust, with the South described as improving.
A long notice discusses the upcoming performances of McIntyre and Heath in The Ham Tree at the theater. It praises the duo as veteran whiteface entertainers with a strong supporting company and highlights the show's engaging chorus, witty dialogue, and broad appeal. Publicity notes repeat performances and adds that more acts and vaudeville features accompany the main attraction.
A Dublin Leader remark argues Irish manufacturers face sharp odds as railways, tied to Liverpool routes, enable deliveries to Ireland’s ports but force producers to rely on draught routes, hampering local industry. The comment frames the rail system as an industry killer and questions its efficiency for Irish manufacturers.
Fashion hints describe a one piece frock suitable for linen chambray percale gingham and light lawns. It features box plaits front and sleeve fronts with back opening and adjustable trimming. Pattern 6999 covers sizes 2 4 and 5 years. mail to Fashion Department with ten cents and extra postage if needed.
Fragmentary piece evokes Shakespearean images of daffodils near a lake and Warwickshire hills. It contrasts London Times tones with rural scenery as March winds and spring beauty emerge from dull Midlands landscapes.
In the Highlands a crofter tenant pays 10 shillings yearly but due to poor crops asks for 3 shillings. After the third year he cannot pay anything and the landlord grants rent freedom. At the fourth year the tenant pleads for a barn or he will move, noted in the Philadelphia Ledger.
A historical ad touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as quick relief for headaches neuralgia rheumatism and various pains. It features testimonials from users including a station agent and Mrs Hesbile Ton and notes refund if no benefit.
In a Belgrade intrigue Sam Statham, Drakovitch, and Sir Charles chase a theory about Marion’s disappearance. Max Barclay, reputed friend, may hold keys to the mystery while King Peter’s fate looms. Maud Pavnovitch’s Belgrade visit ties to secret police and a plot shadowing Servia’s royal strife.
An excerpted jumble of anecdotes and witticisms from various sources including Harper’s Week, The Sacred Heart Review, Town Topics, and Philadelphia Inquirer. The text parodies odd observations about apples and social mores, with playful asides about discretion and secrets.
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