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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1913
Page
1
Joseph E. Davies, Wisconsin officials official, sets forth plan for trust regulation. He describes President Wilson’s policy toward monopoly and outlines steps for corporate oversight and reform.
A report outlines how breaking up large corporations to curb monopoly power would be a practical goal for the upcoming congressional session. Proponents argue for aggressive enforcement while critics warn of unintended economic disruption and political backlash.
The administration weighs the trust issue as outlined by Joseph E. Davies. He notes 200 artificial persons own 22.5 million dollars in U.S. property, while corporations hold three times the 1859 national wealth. Destruction or control of monopoly looms as Congress faces the next session, with living costs shaping public judgment. The government aims to empower children to avoid industrial hierarchy or despotism.
New Commerce Commissioner Joseph E. Davies told hardware manufacturers that the government seeks to bust trusts without curbing industrial freedom. He argued the trust issue centers on fair government attitude toward evolving industry and urged business cooperation in the investigation.
In Denver on Oct 31 the Colorado Federation of Labor authorized McLennan and Secretary Hickey to convene a special federation meeting to discuss a state wide sympathetic strike to back the United Mine Workers in southern Colorado after operators rejected all overturns.
The national convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union and Young People's branches reports 1 233 new organizations formed in the last year. Missouri leads with 145 new groups, followed by Pennsylvania with 96 and Ohio with 75.
North Side Alderman Mahoney proposes major cuts to departmental appropriations for 1914, signaling a leaner city budget and potential service impacts.
Alderman Paul W. Mahoney unveils a 24 mill tax proposal to curb spending and close the year’s shortfall. He cuts parks and several departments, trims school costs by reworking explanations with Superintendent Bene, and aims to fund education with a 3 mill school levy atop the general tax.
Columbus Ohio October 31 an organization for the practice of Talosophy the art of making happiness epidemic was incorporated here It will be known as The Appreciation League of the United States with William Vernon Backus of Cleveland as its president Talosophy is the creation of human impulses and the transformation of the same into kindly acts It is a scientific method by which human beings are induced to show appreciation of one another.
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo marked his fiftieth birthday and announced the birth of a granddaughter to his daughter Mrs. Charles Taber Martin of Prescott Arizona. He noted he is a proud grandfather and welcomed the new family event.
Militia units maintain watch over the Aquilar Colony amid rising unease. Reports indicate patrols increased at key access points as local authorities assess security implications. No clashes reported, but residents express concern over potential unrest and government's response.
Minnie Schultz sues Frank Schultz alleging cruelty and mental anguish caused by his jealousy driven scheme. She claims he faked love letters and photos with other women, left notes to torment her, beat her at times, and urged divorce after a July 25 confrontation following church activities. They wed in Milwaukee on August 5, 1906, and have two children Viola and Frank.
Rabbi J. Leonard Levy of Pittsburgh and vice president of the Universal Peace Union argues there is no justification for war in Mexico or elsewhere over national honor. He levels praise for Colonel Roosevelt but rejects the idea of nations fighting a great duel to settle disputes.
Madison Wis Oct 31 The J H Flick company a New Jersey corporation with offices in Chicago capitalized at 100000 has been licensed to do business in Wisconsin where 3000 of its capital stock is represented The company engages in contracting and construction especially in the building of railways houses roads etc
Percy Lambert, famed English speed merchant, died at Brooklands during a practice run when a tire burst at 110 miles an hour. His car overturned, crushing him after he had set a new world record this week at the track.
Twelve high school girls in Racine Wisconsin on Halloween night drew mystic figures on store windows with soap. A patrolman rounded them up and made them wash the windows to avoid arrest, ending their mischief.
A special Pennsylvania Railroad funeral train carrying Charles G. Gates who was noted for a passion for speed passed through Ada Ohio on the Chicago to New York route at 84 mph, according to the railroad time sheet.
The body of Carl Sladen a Houston Minnesota farmer who was injured by a freight car near the Burlington depot yesterday morning and died at St Francis hospital will be taken to his home tomorrow morning for funeral services and burial.
General Bramwell Booth head of the Salvation Army lands in New York with adjutant general Kitching to begin a 21 day American tour. He plans meetings, meets his brother Ballington Booth of Volunteers of America, and notes his father’s influence on gender equality. Two regal suites on the Lusitania cost 875 dollars for Booth and 250 for his secretary.
University of Minnesota authorities investigate a student riot after a parade for the Wisconsin game. Police drew revolvers to prevent students from storming the Gayety theater, a local burlesque house, as they escorted the football team to the depot.
The Second Vocational Conference for women held at the University of Wisconsin has its report published by the Extension division and ready for distribution. The bulletin includes papers by women experts analyzing opportunities and qualifications needed to succeed in various fields.
Coudray Wisconsin October 31 Alex Martin an Indian hunter near Coudary killed three black bears in two days setting a local hunting record. Local hunters report eight bears killed in the past month.
Report details broad arrests of opponents of the Huerta regime. Police and federal agents detained activists across multiple cities as government crackdowns intensified. Officials claim the actions aim to curb subversive activities and maintain order amid growing unrest.
Confidential reports from Mexico say Huerta officials arrest opposition leaders as Congress nears action on election returns. In Washington Wilson weighs recognition options for Carranza as Diaz sails toward New York. London papers challenge Reuters with protests over advertising and influence claims.
German Minister Von Heintz arrives with Swedish and Russian ministers for a late day conference in Vera Cruz with Joh Lind Wilsons special envoy and Admiral Fletcher. They seek guidance on likely US policy if Aureliano Blanquet becomes president of Mexico.
A state plumbing code committee met at the state board of health office in Madison. Chairman Dr. C. A. Harper led members F. R. King of Milwaukee G W Recke of Green Bay W G Kirchoffer of Madison state sanitary engineer and C W Price of the industrial commission. T M Ferguson of Madison aided the committee of plumbing examiners.
Former Boston Central Labor Union president James T. Moriarity files a $100,000 slander suit against Governor Eugene N. Foss, alleging an article Foss wrote during Hyde Park mills strike damaged his reputation. The action contests remarks published in connection with labor unrest in Boston.
Chicago Oct 31 Coach Stagg supervised a final workout for the Maroons before the Illinois game. Weather made the field slippery after a morning snow. The varsity and freshmen staged a 15 minute scrimmage and then worked on new plays for Zupke's team Saturday.
Yesterday saw highs near 38 and lows around 29 with no notable precipitation. La Crosse area and Midwest states expect fair weather tonight and Saturday with gradual temperature rises and light to moderate variable winds. Southwestern Oregon reports rain, while overall widespread high pressure dominates from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
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