Public discussion on billiard halls and reform
An editorial criticizes attacking Sam LaChapelle and urges fair treatment of private affairs by publishers. It defends billiard halls as a minor social issue, urges broader reform for youth recreation, and supports YMCA plans to provide healthy alternatives while advocating uniform moral oversight. It also reviews Wisconsin Badgers football and Wisconsin baseball prospects, noting Chicago’s need to reorganize and praising manager Haydey’s new position.
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Sam LaChapelle
Sam la Chapelle
New York Times
la Crosse
Badger Triumph in Chicago Wisconsin Tilt
Football followers in Badger land hail the Wisconsin versus Chicago game as a clear triumph though the Badgers lost fairly to a stronger Maroons. The battle signals a rising crest toward another championship year for Wisconsin.
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Badgerdam
Wisconsin
Maroons
Water Power Helps Build Railroads
The Pacific coast extension of the St. Paul road is quietly under way with over 109 million dollars invested. The line will run from Chicago and the Twin Cities through Butte to Seattle and Tacoma, using 200 ton electric motors for 800 miles of mountain sections and harnessing streams in the Bitter Root region to power trains. Rails span five sections with major tunneling and fills ahead, while Seattle terminals start late but the overall effort is a railway construction marvel given the era’s financial lull.
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Pacific Coast
St. Paul Road
Pacific Northwest
St. Paul
Chicago
Twin Cities
Butte
Mont
Seattle
Tacoma
Wash
Bitter Root Mountains
Montana
Idaho
Seattle-Tacoma
Black River Junction
Summer
Snoqualmie Pass
Cascades
Black River
St. Paul Pass
Bitter Root
Exchange
Defense of Joe Cannon Blames House Rules for Sins
The defense of Joe Cannon claims it was house rules, not Cannon, that sinned. No patriot would permit becoming an instrument of rules hindering worthy public business.
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Joe’’ Cannon
House
Kaiser in Position of the Lady Who Talked Too Much
The text portrays the Kaiser as occupying the role of a talkative and imprudent lady, describing him as Germanys Dear Mariah in a pointed comparison. The remark frames leadership as flawed speech and public perception of command.
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Germany
Mariah
Clever girl makes men think she’s equals in love
A witty young woman trains men to believe they are the ones in control while she quietly guides them. Her charm masks calculated intent, turning flattered admirers into unwitting followers. In social circles she is admired for wit and tact, though her true aims remain hidden.
Famous Beauty Specialist Endorses Rexall Mucu Tone Cure
A prominent beauty authority argues that clear complexions come from healthy blood due to mucous membrane inflammation. Rexall Mucu Tone is promoted as a permanent cure for catarrh, improving vitality and facial appearance. Mme. Swift vouches for its tonic effects and claims it rebuilds strength. The product is sold at O. T. Erhart's with a money back guarantee.
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Rexall
Mme. Swift
26Th St
New York City
O. T. Erhart’s
Court decides specific performance on compromise will deal
In a Massachusetts case Blount vs Dillaway the court held that a will contestant with statutory standing to enforce compromise agreements may still have equity jurisdiction to compel performance against an executor when a compromise provided the contestant one third of the estate. The decision emphasizes equity over strict probate enforcement in specific performance.
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Blount
Equity
Dr. Egan Re-Elected County Physician in Tight Ballot
The county board elected Dr. G J Egan of La Crosse as county physician for one year after a record seven ballots. Dr. Wakefield of this village lost by one vote, despite strong support and last minute candidacy amid pressure from rival physicians. Dr. Egan, serving three terms, was praised for a clean record and is described as the best county physician La Crosse County has had.
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Penn A. Wakefield
Wakefield
G. J. Egan
la Crosse
Egan
la Crosse County
Sound Business Sense Play Store Pretend Advertising
A Philadelphia boy, son of a prominent merchant, asks to play store in the front room. His mother approves with one condition to be quiet. He jokes that they will pretend they do not advertise in the pretend shop.
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la Crosse
Baseball Association
Haydey
Philadelphia
Lucy
Lippincott’s
We Sometimes Pay Dearly for Things We Get Free
A compact reflection notes that the cost of things obtained without payment may surface later as value loss or sacrifice, suggesting that generosity or gratis gifts carry hidden prices beyond money. It emphasizes caution in accepting free offerings and weighing long term consequences.
Flapjack’s Winter Song of Praise in New York Times
Lorana W. Sheldon writes in the New York Times with a playful winter ode celebrating hearty foods. The piece contrasts traditional seasonal topics with a humorous focus on fried breakfast staples and seafood dishes, praising a cozy menu over classic Yuletide motifs.
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Lorana W. Sheldon
New York Times
Warfield recalls a European trip and London barber
Actor David Warfield recounts his European stay with praise for Milan Cathedral and a humorous yet grim memory of a dull English barber. He describes a dim London shop, a dull razor, a three time shave, and comments on surviving the encounter with dry wit.
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David Warfield
Milan
London
Washington Star
Halfpenny Busker Thief Nabs Baker Till
A London boy asks for a halfpenny bun and a back shove. A larger youth follows, questions the small thief, and snatches the till before fleeing, as the baker chases the culprits. The tale ends with the comic angle noted by the Strand reporter.
The Cave-Brown-Cave Name Rule at Dinner
A Montreal boarding house tale recounts baronet Cave-Brown-Cave insisting on his full name while dining. When asked beef or mutton, he chooses beef and demands his full title. The landlady then asks Holme the same, prompting the Cambridge man to reply I am Holme Sweet Holme, provoking laughter and souring ties with Cave-Brown-Cave.
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Cave-Brown-Cave
America
Montreal
Leonard Holme
Mr. Cave
Mr. Cave-Brown- Cave
Mr. Holme
Cambridge
A Home Remedy For Stomach Troubles
A Chicago prescription drug store manager claims a simple mix of Compound Tincture of Cinchona Prosene Compound and Sherry Wine, taken before meals and at night, is the best stomach remedy. He credits Prosene Compound with pancreatic juice like digestion, aided by strong vegetable tonics. Any drugstore can fill this prescription.
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Chicago
A Revel in Fashion and Passion in a London Scene
Hugo confronts Angela over a staged romance, recognizing her dangerous charm. He wrestles with anger, desire, and the lure of a dangerous relationship, while Cynthia consoles him and Edward counsels a steadier future. Hugo seeks a quieter life at Saffron Charteris, where family duty and inherited estate pressures loom.
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Hugo
Saffron Charteris
Cynthia
Edward
Circe
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