University president defends water power policy against critics
In Milwaukee, Dr. Van Hise’s stance on water power franchises is described as prudent and patriotic. The Wisconsin conservation plan calls for limited-term licenses and a tax on earnings to fund forest preservation, with legislative oversight to set fair conditions. The piece argues opponents label his views socialism, but asserts their true intent is misrepresentation by water power lobbyists.
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Friends of Conservation
van Hise
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Conservation Commission
Wisconsin Water Power Debate Provokes Tu rning Views
The Milwaukee Journal notes progress in Wisconsin water power policy as private interests drop confiscation claims and acknowledge public river rights. It cites President Van Hise saying courts must decide constitutional questions, while critics mischaracterize his stance and concede courts will interpret legality.
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van Hise
Water Powers
Wisconsin
The
Milwaukee Journal
Milwaukee
Twins
University of Wisconsin
City Club
Sentinel
Dr. van Hise
Conservation
Pinchot
Ncle
Ike
Friends of Conservation
Orlando Furioso
Holly Rollers Seek To Reclaim Sold Properties
The Holly Rollers, previously selling and then allying for ascension, now express renewed confidence in the earth and seek to buy back properties they had previously disposed of.
January change makes small checks illegal under federal law
The passage notes that after January first it will be a crime under Federal statutes to draw and circulate a check for less than a dollar. It also accuses banks of profiting from small drafts and mentions abundant Dakota harvests and a surge of prosperity.
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U.S
Curtiss and Wright Enter Retort Stage in Spat
Aviation rivals Curtiss and Wright prepare for a public exchange over Peary Cook controversy. No party has moved beyond courteous replies yet as tensions rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtiss
Wright
No Man is Satisfied
A friend of Rev. Dr. J. Wilbur Chapman sends a letter from Australia describing meetings there as successful and revealing local humor. He recounts a tale about happiness, noting even pipe smokers are unsettled by cost or borrowing, illustrating a broader message in the anecdotes.
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J. Wilbur Chapman
Philadelphia
Australia
United States
Tennessee man in New York notes city traffic
A Tennessee backwoodsman visiting Broadway and Canal Street remarks that New York’s traffic congestion suggests many folks are behind in their hauling, as his nephew shows him the sights.
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Hind
Tennessee
New York City
Broadway
New York
Canal Street
Hull
Saturday Evening Post
A Lippincott Review on Erotic Novels in Fiction
A critical note from Lippincott's mocks fiction writers who aim to shock with sexual content. The verse implies modern novels emphasize sexuality over substance, labeling such works as vulgar or excessive.
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Lippincott's
Maritime Warning Plans Fire Rockets If Ship Strikes Rock
The captain explains procedures for accident response including burning red fire and signaling rockets. A tow-headed youth questions the timing of such a celebration with a pipe in hand.
Royal Chef star Tomorrows Rajah delights La Crosse crowd
Spotlight on Royal Chef featuring Tomorrows Rajah role with C Bruce Smith drawing praise for regal poise. Critics from Chicago praise his mastery across opera to light verse, noting his 112 sovereigns on stage and a vivid Spin Again number with dramatic temper and wheel motif.
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C. Bruce Smith
la Crosse Theater
Mr. Smith
Smith
James O'Donnell Bennett
Chicago Record Herald
Gamster
Grace Hayward Presenting Molly Bawn At La Crosse Theater
Grace Hayward and her company return for matinee and night performances on Sunday October 3 showcasing Molly Bawn a rollicking Irish comedy by The Duchess. The show highlights Miss Hayward and a strong supporting cast to good advantage at the La Crosse Theater with another matinee and night next Sunday.
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Grace Hayward
Miss Hayward
Molly Bawn
la Crosse Theater
Plead for Chinese Husband in Boston Executions
Mrs Warry Charles appeals to Gov Draper for clemency for her Chinese husband amid mass death sentences in Boston. Three convicts are set to die the week of Oct 10, while Charles and Guey face execution the week beginning Oct 17.
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Boston
Mass
Warry Charles
Gov. Draper
Charles
Guey
Michigan Men Rescued After 18 Hours Afloat on Lake Michigan
Three Michigan men were rescued by life savers after drifting in a crippled launch for 18 hours on Lake Michigan. They were nearly overcome by cold when rescued.
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Chicago
Michigan
Lake Michigan
Insurance secretary commits suicide in Grand Rapids
Dr A M Webster secretary of the New Era Insurance Association killed himself in Grand Rapids Wisconsin this morning.
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Grand Rapids, Wis
A. M. Webster
New Era Insurance Association
If the shoe fits wear it says a woman takes it back
A terse remark contrasts a proverb about fit with a woman who regards a shoe as too large and returns it, illustrating a playful take on expectation and practicality.
Do You Need a Tonic Here's a Wonder
An ad for Make-Man Tablets markets a general nerve tonic and blood purifier. It claims to relieve nerves, brain fatigue, insomnia, rheumatism, and low vitality, with a money back guarantee. Sold by druggists at 59 cents per box, six for $2.50, or by mail.
Make Man Tablets Free Coupon Request Form
A reader requests a free 50¢ box of Make-Man Tablets by sending 4¢ to cover mailing from Make-Man Tablet Co.Chicago. The note lists a druggist and address and asks for a booklet with one box per family.
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Make-Man Tablet Co
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Make-Man Bidg
Dept. H
Chicago
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles The Dutch
Fritz Nigel in New York Tribune praises the Dutch for centuries of exploration and nation building. He extols their bravery in Holland, voyage to Manhattan, canal building, windmills, cattle, cheese Edam, fowl beds, and elaborate cakes. The piece lauds their neat, temperate, frugal character.
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Holland
Hudson
Manhattan Isle
Fritz Nigel
New York Tribune
A Mystery to Von Moltke
A Cleveland Leader tale describes two brothers serving as captains on the general staff. At Count Von Moltke's party one brother is mistaken for a distant officer by the general, who later learns the other brother is the one in a second group. The general leaves, unable to uncover either brother’s name.
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von Moltke
Count von Moltke
Cleveland
Griswold
Richmond
Admiralty
Law
University of Virginia
Henry Maine Griswold
Gray
A Disappointment Kind Old Lady and the Tramp
A frail woman questions a tramp about finding work. The tramp explains he secured jobs for two relatives last month, but neither accepted the positions. The brief dialogue touches on hardship and unfulfilled effort.
The Little Brown Jug at Kildare
Griswold the UVA admiralty professor and Ardmore share a train ride when gossip swirls about North and South Carolina governors at a New Orleans Cotton Planters meeting. The tale shifts to banter aboard the Atlanta to New Orleans journey and ends with a tease of further chapters.
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Charlottesville
Captain Kidd
Ardmore
Griswold
Atlanta
Cotton Planters’ Association
New Orleans
South Carolina
Mecklenburg
North Carolina
Commonwealth of South Carolina
Ohio
Mecklenburg County
George the Third
Andrew Jackson
Homer
Sons
Waxhaw
Every Man Read This Health Tonic Promotion
An advertisement touts a home remedy praised across the East for fortifying nerves and boosting health and personal magnetism. It claims aid for the physically impaired and anxious, with suggestions to prepare at home using syrups, balms, and tinctures and to take a teaspoon after meals and at night.
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East
Pope Leo XIII Body to Move on Centenary of Birth
Vatican authorities announce the body of the late Pope Leo XIII will be moved from St Peters to the Lateran Basilica on March 2, marking the centenary of his birth.
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Leo Xtit
Rome
Vatican
Leo XIII
St. Peters
Alaterian Basilica
Balance Sheet Snapshot From Early National Bank Records
The document lists assets and liabilities including loans and discounts at 2,179,871.59 and deposits totaling 2,719,570.54. It shows overdrafts 274,760.09, U. S. bonds 50,000.60, banking house 400,000.96, cash 409,000.06, and a capital stock of 409,000.06 with surplus 100,000.90 and undivided profits 23,896.81. It notes national bank notes outstanding 390,900.00 and reserves for taxes 5,000.00 along with dividends unpaid 160.00.
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Lacrosse Tribune
St. la Crosse
Wis
Breyton Péditor End Pub
F. H. Burgess Business
Mgr
W. V. Kidder City Editor
la Crosse
She Tribune
Lee Ne Paper Syndicate
Spec Aagg Yeeen & Young
Marquette
York
33Rd Street
the Tribune
Association OF American Advertisers
A. A. Siever
Association
LA Crosse Tribune
Cev
Eee
Frank H. Burgess
E. Bleekman
Notary Public
Dakota
Fes
Pete
Marvel
Pure Food Commissioner
Maas
Rhine
Zuyder Zee
Kildare
Ardy
Alabama
Cincinnati
South
Dangerfield
Osborne
Miss'ssinman
Bill Dangerfield
of the
Batavian
U. S. Bonds
Other Bonds Banking House
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