Important Upper Mississippi Waterways Convention Opens
Tomorrow at Moline the annual convention of the upper Mississippi waterways association begins. The gathering follows a fall conference about Chicago to Mississippi transportation and focuses on river improvements from St. Paul to St. Louis. Judge Jay S. Reed, Wisconsin waterway commissioner, studies European methods and will share findings before any action.
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Moline
Upper Mississippi Waterways Association
Chicago
Mississippi
Gulf
la Crosse
Upper River
St. Paul
St. Louis
Jay S. Reed
Wisconsin
Europe
Congress
Strange pact links Roosevelt machine with Hearst for naval policy
The Roosevelt political machine and Hearst Independence League in New York have allied unusually amid mutual anti ties. Hearst editorially supports the administration's naval policy, warning of a possible war with Japan and urging preparedness while noting Roosevelt’s stance may reflect diplomatic balancing and strategic aims rather than clear agreement.
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Roosevelt
New York State
Hearst
New York
Parsons
Mississippi
Examiner
Japan
Pacific
Theodore Roosevelt
The String Fiend and the Robbed Town Burlesque
A vaudeville item follows The String Fiend who crafts a sensational tale from a clipping about a town mob and a love triangle. A sharp twist ends with the teller being fired as a bank robbery and unpaid board surface in a melodramatic wrap.
Men of Note Charles Emory Smith Biography
Charles Emory Smith born February 18, 1842 in Mansfield Connecticut. He graduated Union College in 1861 and married Ella Huntley on June 30, 1863. Smith edited Albany Express 1865 1870 then led Albany Journal for ten years. Since 1880 he led the Philadelphia Press and later served as postmaster general 1898 1902. He previously was minister to Russia.
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Charles Emory Smith
United States
Philadelphia Press
Mansfield
Conn
Union College
Mr. Smith
Ella Huntley
Albany
N. Y
Monte Carlo Girls Burlesque at La Crosse Theatre Tonight
Spotlight bills the Monte Carlo Girls Big Burlesque Co. as the standout attraction at La Crosse theatre tonight with a jumble of novelty acts and splendid show girls. The crowd is promised a lively evening as the performers headline a sensational entertainment.
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la Crosse
Wis
May Burns
la Crosse Theatre
Monte Carlo
Big Burlesque Co
Silhouettes and Vanity in a Richmond Fancy Rhyme
A Richmond Times-Dispatch verse notes ladies chasing fashion, shrinking figures, and embonpoint as savoir faire. The speaker mocks the trend with a cadaverous, decimal-weight quip and a bittersweet farewell as Sophy adopts a new, austere style.
Proposal in June Wedding Plans Reported by Press
A Philadelphia Press note quotes an elderly man expressing gloom over delaying marriage. He confides to Miss Heamley that he asked for her hand and she set the wedding date for the last week in June. He fears the approaching time will pass quickly.
They Also Have Trouble cartoon caption
A Kansas City Times caption features hippo lamenting shirt costs and a giraffe joking about collars, illustrating a humorous, anthropomorphic exchange on fashion expenses.
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Kansas City Times
Barrister Pickford Presses Point Before Judges
Justice Pickford, once a barrister, spoke before a panel of judges. After a lengthy legal debate one judge declared the statement not good law and that the court does not expound law to him. The exchange continued with Pickford steering toward paragraph 3, in Tit Bits.
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Justice Pickford
Pickford
The Giant of Paula Faces Confession in Salon Hope
Lady Alice presses Paula about her love for Ludovic while praising Winship’s portrait subject. Paula admits she cannot try again, and Lady Alice notes the artist’s promise as spring brings growing attention to Winship’s studio and his rising reputation for the Salon.
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Alice
Ludovic
Paula
George Trafford
Dante
Beatrice
Gemma Donati
Roger
Winship
Mademoi
Fashion Hints Over Blouse Or Jumper 5804
The article promotes an over blouse variation with ki mono sleeves and strategic tucks to flatter the figure. Crafted in amethyst pongee with velvet embroidery, it suits both waist and gown uses and adapts to varied trims. Pattern 5894 offers 10 sizes and can be mailed from the paper’s Fashion Department for ten cents plus optional postage.
Open-work silk stockings signal discovery even on muddy streets
A girl wearing delicate open-work silk stockings allegedly reveals hidden intentions or character despite not needing to cross a muddy street. The remark centers on fashion as a clue to underlying truths, reflecting era gossip.
Affinity craze sparks debate on divorce and mercy
An opinion piece argues that divorce can be a blessed relief under certain conditions, citing Susan B. Anthony and a real-life example of a woman who left a liquor-tainted marriage to protect her son. It warns against trivializing divorce while condemning those who misuse affection to harm others.
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la Crosse Theatre
Susan B. Anthony
Dri
Nicollet Avenue
Anai
Art Compared With Traditional Country Hams
A short muse contrasts art with the old-fashioned country hams, noting that art has not matched the rustic, hearty charm of traditional cured meats in cultural memory.
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Marquette
la Coste & Maxwell
Nassau Street
New York City
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Frank H. Burgess
A. E. Bleekman
Notary Public
Spain
America
Philippines
Hawaii
Russia
United States of America
Mr. Hearst
Pacific Coast
Navy
Franklin A. R. X. Y. Z. van Meter
New York World
Robin
Brown
Sam Jones
Jones
Trueheart, Dillon and Burke
Lew Golden
Vera Harte
John P. Burke
Annie Golden
Eva Sullivan
Monte Monte Carlo
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Basil King
Harper & Bros
Marvel Flour
ALL Grocers
Selle Trafford
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May Manton
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