Lorimer Election Spurs Illinois Shame in Senate Move
The Chicago Record Herald condemns the Lorimer Senate election as a disgrace to Illinois while a Washington letter notes Lorimer’s past subservience to party leaders and predicts tariff stance alignment. It highlights expectations he will follow Cannon on tariff policy and align with Republican sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Record-Herald
Bill” Lorimer
Hopkins
United States
Senate
Illinois
Washington
The
Record-Herald
Sumner
Curtis
Lorimer
House
Joe’ Can- Bon
Bors” Abirich
Sili- Deis
Springfield
Finos
Rer
Cannon
Iowa
Minnesota
Mississippies
Rhode Island
They Have No Fear Belief Among American Businessmen
A phrase notes a prevailing attitude among U S business leaders who pursue expansion despite risks. The observation contrasts caution with bold ventures and cites unnamed examples in a period article.
Tariff Debate and Textile Industry Confidence
The Chicago Tribune argues tariff delays mainly affect business perception, not daily activity. Textile firms continue heavy investment, including new mills in New England and a large yarn mill in Lawrence, Mississippi, while some manufacturers seek protection, though many see downward revisions as not harmful to thriving sectors. Senator Aldrich dominates tariff shaping, fueling public concern over concentration of power and potential harm to workers and public welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Lawrence
Miss. Harding
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Wars and Means Committee
Senate
Chicago
Aldrich
Woman Convicted After Poison Candy Death Case
In People v. Botkin a California jury convicted a woman who mailed poisoned candy from California to Delaware, killing a married man’s wife. A second appeal argued trial by jury right violated vicinage rules across a state line, but the California Supreme Court denied rehearing and upheld the original ruling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Delaware
People
California Supreme Court
Conversation Exchange on Changeable Women
A dialogue features a woman admitting women are changeable and a man replying that it is hard for a fellow to move from one to another. The exchange highlights views on relationships and gender roles.
The Cake of the Tea Kettle
This note advises washing tea kettles daily with hot water and Gold Dust to prevent lime scale buildup from hard water. It explains rinsing away soapy residue thoroughly and refilling with cold water before heating.
Listen to Your Pains Health Advice and Egg-O-See Cereal
A health note compares pain to a broken coal wagon on tracks and links illness to the digestive system. It promotes E C Corn Flakes or Egg O See Wheat Flakes with milk as easy to digest breakfast, claiming benefits for children and invalids and promising improved daily performance through the Egg O See process.
Bear Inside Hollow Log Feeds Camp Spirit
A tale from The Outing Magazine recalls a hunter finding a bear trapped in a log. He cut four holes for the paws, pulled the bear free with a rope, and used the animal to haul food and fuel into camp for the winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Outing Magazine
Dandelion’s Nerve and Ambition as Told in Verse
Reflections on the dandelion describe it as the most exalted plant with bold creed to achieve wealth by rooting constantly. It ignores sympathy, outworks rivals like bluegrass and clover, and proves that nerve and front can grant real estate and glittering success, as observed in the Newark Evening Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark Evening Star
I shall only fine you ten shillings.
The quote from the London Globe remarks on a mild punishment term of ten shillings as a potential fine. The line reflects editorial voice and a light legal or civic tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Globe
Diplomat Remembers Young Private Secretary's Cigar Note
A storied exchange captured in the New York Times recalls a great statesman accusing a youthful secretary of smoking. The secretary calmly admits the cigarette and later achieves prominence in diplomatic circles, illustrating early restraint and professional rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Dribbling Rivalry Quips From Tit-Bits
Fragmentary dialogue from Tit-Bits shows a boastful claim followed by a sharp rebuke about passing. The exchange features characters identified as IT and Sandy in a casual sports banter style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandy
Compass Guide for Ocean Navigation
A passenger asks how the captain finds his way across the trackless sea. The captain explains that the compass needle points north, but the passenger wonders how to go south. The exchange highlights navigation basics on a ship with a humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. P
Scotch minister and parishioner clash over sermons
A correspondent argues against a stereotype that Scotch stories focus on drink and funerals. He cites preaching tales, including a layman who dodges long sermons by claiming dislike, and a witty exchange with a minister about money sermons and absence from kirk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Chronicle
Candor of the Modest Scot and a Highland Chief Tale
The Christian Herald editor Dr. Klopsch smiles at Japan's Order of the Rising Sun, likening pride to a Highland chief. A dinner tale recalls a ruler who boasts no equal, ending with a boastful exclamation about self by the grand chieftain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Klopsch
Christian Herald
Japan
Order of the Rising Sun
Nine Questions Liner Captain Says Passengers Ask
A liner captain notes recurring passenger queries on voyages. Questions include shipwreck history whales on their latitude, tipping practices, Atlantic crossings, sea sickness remedies, ship painting, bridge access, a cousin who sailed in ninety five, and why passengers believe they are clever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York Times
Mean's Bosses Fall Shifts Illinois Political Power
Chicago rumors say Senator elect Lorimer and Governor Deneen become the new political bosses after the senatorial deadlock breaks. The move aims to seize Republican machine control from Mayor Busse, while Sullivan's camp may back Carter Harrison for mayor, signaling a Lorimer-Sullivan accord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Illinois
Lorimer
Deneen
Fred Busse
Assembly
Roger C. Sullivan
Carter H. Harrison
Harrison
Sullivan
Conflict in a tense confrontation over a wife in a tense inn scene
Sir William Tankerlane pushes Shil for the whereabouts of Laura. A confrontation escalates to threats of violence as Tankerlane reveals a revolver and Shil remains calm, hinting at deeper danger surrounding Laura and past deaths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shil
William Tankerlane
John Shil
William
Tankerlane
Blackguard
Madison probes extend when interim session ends
The senatorial investigation committee in Madison introduced a resolution to extend the committee during the interim between the present session and the extra session in January. Action on the resolution is planned for Friday. The Milwaukee self government bill was ordered to its third reading in the assembly and will be voted on Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Senatorial Investigation Committee
Senate
City of Milwaukee
Englishman and Scotsman share a football match joke
An Englishman and a Scotsman meet at a football match. The Englishman pretends to be bold but drinks from a bottle while the Scotsman notes a good run by a visiting forward. A goal follows and the Englishman praises it but keeps drinking, sparing a share with his neighbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanday
Sandy
Pleasure boats return to local levee on river
The upper Mississippi sees a spring to summer shift as Wanderer, Idler, Frontenac, Singer boat livery, and rafter Clyde arrive upriver for the season. Boats have been overhauled and prepared for continued boating activity along State Street foot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upper
Mississippi
Frontenac
Singer Boat
State Street
Clyde
Just in Time “T supose” Casual Acquaintance Quote
The Pittsburg Observer reports a wedding aftermath remark with a casual acquaintance noting it was hard to lose the daughter while the bride’s father says hardship faded as the couple bonded. The exchange captures relief and optimism after the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Rainy Courtroom Exchange Over Intoxication Claim
A prisoner insists I was not drunk only intoxicated in a court exchange. The reply nods with a wry finish, noting the contrast as a half sovereign fine was contemplated. The dialogue captures a lighter moment amid legal proceedings.
Shil and Tankerlane Face Deadly Oath Dilemma
In a tense confrontation Shil confronts Tankerlane about Laura and Leonore in the Round Plantation affair. Tankerlane admits love and sacrifice, while Shil presses for truth and the cost of silence. The standoff weighs oaths, favors, and the risk of police involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shil
Ben Holland
Tankerlane
Laura
Leonore
Beginnings and Endings in Charity and Weather
A reflective aphorism stresses that charity should endure beyond initial acts and warns weather forecasters to temper predictions. It contrasts the ongoing duty of kindness with prudence in forecasting and public response.
Also Mentioned on This Page
THELA
Bragto
Bénor
Deily
Carrer
Aly
Maj
H. Barcess Business
Mgr
WY. Kidder City Iditor
Petere
Lass Matter
St Postoffice
le Crosse
Congres
Triaribune
Lee Newspaper Syndicate
Posorial Dept
Payne & Young
Oes Marquette
la Coste
34Th St
New York City
the Tribune
la Crosse
A. A. Siever
Association of American Sides
Add AU
LA Crosse Tribune
j—Thurs
Sunder
Moen
Frank H. Burgess
A. E. Bleekman
Loricer
Chicago Tribune
Congress
Mportant
Wright Brothers
New York
A. Holland Forbes
Orville Wright
Wilbur Wright
Catharine Wright
Dr.prices
J. B. Harris-Burland
Mean
Tam
Tom Klinton
the Bijou
Morris & Hartwell
Lacrosse, Wis
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!