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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1908

Page

6

Nervine from Miles Medical touted as nerve energy cure

An advertisement promotes Dr. Miles' Nervine and Restorative Nervine as a cure for nervous weakness and related digestive and circulatory issues. It includes a testimonial from Mrs. W. L. Burke of Myrtle Creek claiming recovery and urges readers to obtain a first bottle via their local druggist with a guarantee of return if no benefit.

Miles’ Nervine Miles W. L. Burke Myrtle Creek

Bryan to Work as a Private Citizen for Good of Cause

The former official expresses relief at defeat and willingness to serve in private life. He thanks allies in Lincoln and Nebraska, notes a democratic governor and legislature, and hopes to apply Denver platform ideas to state legislation as an example for the nation.

Bryan Needbors Lincoln Nebraska Denver

Europe Welcomes Taft Victory Abroad

Paris reports business leaders expect prosperity with Taft win. Berlin papers laud his career and anticipate a favorable administration. St Petersburg papers praise his ability and straightforwardness. London press calls Taft election a worldwide approval and a continuation of a widely approved policy.

Berlin Taft ST Petersburg William Howard Taft Russia America London the Press of London William H. Taft England

Taft May Equal Electoral Vote of the President

Taft could match the electoral vote amid ongoing maneuvering to block Harmon from naming a successor to Foraker. A special session may be called to confirm the vacancy, with Foraker’s successor seated during tariff revision. Indiana politics: Republicans concede state offices to Democrats, with Kern favored for Senate amid Taft machine tensions. Colorado results show Bryan leading in early returns. Seaforth wins governor by a narrow margin.

Harmon United States Foraker Tey Harris Indiana State Democratic Indianapolis Republican State Committee L. Bart Slack Marshall Ben F. Shively John W. Kern Senate Kern Taggart The Star Rep Fairbanks Machine Bryan

Judge Ben B Lindsey Makes Independent Bid

Denver reporters noted the election featured Judge Ben B Lindsey of the juvenile court running as an independent after party rejection. He attracted heavy scratching and is estimated to have more votes than both his Democratic and Republican opponents combined.

Denver Col Ben B. Lindsey Juvenile Court Lindsey

Socialists report very small vote in Tuesday election

Chicago reports indicate socialist totals will not reach prior highs as Debs' total is unlikely to exceed 525000, with Illinois projected under 50000 and Oklahoma showing a strong gain to 17000. Prohibition and independence party leaders foresee increases but offer no firm totals.

Chicago Barnes Illinois Oklahoma Jones Prohibition Committee Walsh Independence Party

Meeting of Police Commission Yields Routine Business

A police commission meeting was held last evening with only routine business transacted.

Police Commission

Mixed wedding chaos noted in bride and groom responses

A light anecdote from the Philadelphia Press quotes Mrs Newlywed noting a marriage ceremony miscue. The bridesmaids were mixed, and the groom forgot half his responses, creating a humorous scene despite the bride's later happiness.

Philadelphia Press

Tony Pony Contest Closes Saturday Showdown

Contest closes Saturday with eager hopefuls aiming for a Shetland pony prize. Winners take home the top pony while others receive compensation for participating.

Louisa Schutz Dies Suddenly at 54

Mrs. Louisa Schutz of 125 Mill Street died last night at 11 of paralysis aged 54 while at home. Doctors Lueck and Wolf could not help. Survived by two sons and a daughter. Funeral from residence tomorrow at 2 p.m. to German Lutheran church St. Paul Avon street at 2230. Interment Oak Grove cemetery. Rev. Thurow officiates. Mrs. Theo Mannstedt in charge.

Louisa Schutz Mill Street Lueck Wolf St. Paul and Avon Street Oak Grove Cemetery Thurow Theo. Mannstedt

Head of Outing Boat Co Here to Discuss Local Prospect

J C Burrell of the Outing Boat Company is in the city to review a proposal to locate here. He presents the firm’s financial standing and seeks local businessman interest. If the proposition is favorable, they may come here at once.

Local option strong in Illinois Senate says Scroggin

The Illinois Anti-Saloon League reports no loss of momentum in the general assembly and says it can prevent repeal of the current law while pushing further temperance legislation. League head Scroggin notes more members elected to their side than to the liquor men and asserts the senate backs local option.

Springfield Ilinois Anti-Saloon League General Assembly Scroggin Senate

Chiseled Escape From Jail Prompts Flooring Note

A jail escape attempt revealed a coded signal of two raps for danger and three for lowering the string. Kings cell was tested as the method demonstrated the string mechanism. Advocates urged stronger floors and steel bars with concrete to prevent future breaches. King refused to plead to burglary tools, but pleaded guilty to attempted jail breaking under attorney guidance. district attorney declined to accept the plea.

King’s Cell King Kleeber

Crepe on Door Signals Election Bet Remembered

Milwaukee attorney H. M. Sheets decorates his door with crepe after a bet related to an election. A Bryan portrait and a somber crepe curtain the entrance of the Iron Block office as Sheets explains the wager was a written contract allowing the winner to decorate the others door.

Milwaukee H. M. Sheets William Jennings Bryan

Mrs Appleton Dies in Mazomanie Wisconsin

Christina Appleton wife of Dr E G Appleton of Mazomanie Wisconsin died at her home Thursday morning after a brief illness. She was born in Bangor daughter of Florian Wolf sister of Mrs Oscar Hussa and married last July. The deceased was well known in La Crosse where Dr Appleton formerly had an office and is connected with Mr Sherman in Park store.

Christina Appleton E. G. Appleton Mazomanie Wis Bangor Florian Wolf Oscar Hussa la Crosse Appleton Sherman Department of the Park

King Manuel to Tour Northern Portugal to Bolster Popularity

Lisbon reports King Manuel plans a two week trip starting Sunday to Northern Portugal to shore up support amid rising republican strength. His friends protested the journey, but cabinet members urged the appearance as politically necessary.

Lisbon Manuel Portugal

Train Kills Seven Near Winnipeg in Grand Trunk Incident

Reported at noon the Grand Trunk train struck seven persons about 200 miles east of Winnipeg killing them. The casualty occurred during a day-time incident as authorities investigate the tragedy and identify the victims.

Winnipeg Grand Trunk

Slays His Family in Buffalo Hotel Murder Suicide Attempt

Buffalo, Nov. 5. John Hagen, hotel proprietor, shot and killed his son George, 17, and severely wounded his wife this morning. He attempted to take his own life but was restrained. He is believed to have become suddenly insane. The report notes a grievance that grew with nursing.

Buffalo John Hagen George

Desert's Wife Arrests Man in Desertion Case

Chicago November 5 Charles M. Schoem who traveled to Deadwood South Dakota to seek divorce was arrested today on a charge of wife desertion officials reported.

Chicago Chas. M. Schoem Deadwood S. D

Bryan for Senate Is Favorite Plan

Nebraska Democrats push for William J Bryan to be elected United States senator by the 1911 legislature. National leaders back the effort, aiming to place Bryan in the Senate rather than the presidency, while Republicans view the move as a strategic shift to remove him as a presidential factor.

Lincoln Neb Bryan United States Nebraska Mack Hall Burkett Senate

Taft Praises Missionary Work Before Women’s Society

Taft spoke to the executive committee of the Women’s Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church in Cincinnati on November 5. He commended missionary efforts and outlined needs he observed during his travels in foreign lands.

Cincinnati Taft Women’s Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church Today

Democrats to close Chicago national headquarters

The Democratic National Committee in Chicago closes its headquarters today. Chief officials have departed, only finance committee members remain, and clerks stay to audit accounts.

Chicago Democratic National Committee Finance Committee

Types of Female Beauty in Northern Europe

The London Globe notes distinct beauty types in Sweden Poland Saxony and Austria. Swedish beauty lacks animation though figure shines. Austrian women combine several races creating a composite, with Vienna ladies tall and stately and Tyrolese maidens blending Latin and Germanic traits.

Europe Sweden Poland Saxony Austria London Globe Vienna

Academy Picture Exchange Ends Quietly

A brief exchange depicts a woman thanking a man for showing her an academy picture. He escorts her to the door and asks if she will view Black's academy picture across the way, but she smiles and says she will see that at the academy.

Mr. Brush—and Goodby Black Academy

Parrot Tales Highlight Odd Echoes in London Answers

A thin man recalls a parrot that could recite Act One of Hamlet flawlessly while a fat man once owned a parrot that spoke only in the dumb alphabet. The exchange, quoted from London Answers, playfully contrasts talking birds with comic mischief.

London

Clock Wisdom for Home Entered by First Impressions

The clocks in a house create a strong initial impact and reveal the owners' character. This piece urges attention to clocks as both practical and decorative, claiming expertise to explain and teach about them.

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