Wisconsin farmer kills highway robber in self defense
Jacob Meismen, a farmer with a sheep ranch near Greenwood, wrested a revolver from the robber Jim Scott during a night highway hijacking near Superior. In a five minute struggle Meismen shot Scott when the robber drew a knife, wounding him fatally. Meismen was left with about $12 and Scott carried $22.67, plus tools and a mask.
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Superior
Wis
Jacob Meismen
Meismen
St. Mary’s Hospital
Jim Scott
Charley Jacques
Scott
Isaacson
Greenwood Cemetery
Mayor Arrest Shocks Ladysmith After Gambling Charges
Chippewa Falls dispatch reports Mayor Thomas Baker owner of the Baker hotel and Herman Decker saloon keeper arrested in Ladysmith on permitting gambling. Rev. Thomas Barker of First Congregational Church aided in raiding disreputable houses two years ago. The arrest created a sensation in Ladysmith.
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Chippewa Falls
Wis
Thomas Baker
Baker Hotel
Herman Decker
Ladysmith
Thomas Barker
First Congregational Church
Baker
Moulders Strike Ends at Case Threshing Plant
The three year long moulders strike at the J. I. Case Threshing Machine plant in Racine Wisconsin is settled. Fifteen union moulders returned to work and nearly all others will rejoin by week’s end. Wages stay at the pre strike scale.
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Racine, Wis
J. I. Case Threshing Machine Company
Prohibitionists nominate Stockwell for governor
Syracuse announces Rev. Dr. George E. Stockwell of Fort Plains as the party’s candidate for governor after the nomination today.
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Syracuse
N. Y
George E. Stockwell
Fort Plains
Bor crafts finest Sheynin and Medal Flour treats
Local baker Bor showcases splendid Sheynin and Medal Flour creations including Berry flavored items. The display highlights quality grains and traditional methods. Patrons note rich textures and balanced sweetness.
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Bor
Berry
Abel narrowly wins county race in Tomah primary
In Tomah Wisconsin on September 3 the Graham led campaign shifted votes from Richards in the eastern county allowing Abel to win a narrow majority while Abel placed poorly in the east. Richards leads for district attorney with Graham and Abel finishing behind. No other county offices faced contests and rumors say the faction that defeated Richards may back Democrat Ray Graves for district attorney.
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Tomah
Wis
Graham
Richards
Abel
Ray Graves
Foley's Kidney Cure Claim Tops Medical Market
O. T. Erhart endorses Foley's Kidney Cure as able to cure any kidney or bladder trouble within medical reach. The ad asserts the medicine can do more than others.
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Foley
O. T. Erhart
Young Man Proposes With Box of Bandons
A young man gives a girl a pound box of bandons presenting himself as ideal until a second suitor arrives with a larger two pound box changing the scene.
Man Asked for Her Hand Sparks Witty Observation
A quip notes that many men stumble when asking a woman for her hand in marriage highlighting the social trap of courtship. The remark frames the act as a verbal misstep rather than a grand gesture.
New Comet Shown at Lake Geneva
Director Edwin B. Frost of Yerkes Observatory announced a new comet found by Prof. D. W. Morehouse of Drake University Des Moines. Three photographic plates revealed a clearly defined comet with a tail several degrees long in Camelopardus. It may be visible with an opera glass and has no connection to Halley’s comet.
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Geneva
Wis
Edwin B. Frost
Yerkes Observatory
D. W. Morehouse
Drake University of Des Moines
Morehouse
Halley
Yerkes’ Observatory
Barnard
Rengo touted as the simplest fat reduction aid
An advertisement claims Rengo safely reduces fat at about a pound daily by improving digestion and nerve strength. The product is sold by The Rengo Co in Detroit and promoted by druggists in LaCrosse and local stores, with free sample offers and mail order details.
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Rengo Co
Rengo Bidg
Detroit
Mich
LaCrosse
O. T. Et
Red Cross Drug Stores
New Pure Food and Drug Law Endorses Foley Honey and Tar
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is declared not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or other harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults. O. T. Erhart.
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Foley
O. T. Erhart
Wisconsin adds pathology and pharmacology chairs at medical college
Madison Wis Sept 3 The University of Wisconsin College of Medicine adds two new departments and professors. Dr Charles H Bunting of the University of Virginia will chair pathology and Dr Arthur H Loewenhart of Johns Hopkins will chair pharmacology and toxicology. The second year begins Sept 29 and completes the two year standard medical course. Dr Bunting was formerly based in La Crosse.
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Madison
Wis
College of Medicine
University of Wisconsin
Chartes H. Bunting
University of Virginia
Arthur H. Loewenhart
Jonas Hopkins
Dr. Bunting
Forminy
la Crosse
Journalism courses expand at Wisconsin to include new writing class
Two new courses join the journalism program at the University of Wisconsin as the fourth term begins September 29. An advanced course in newspaper writing and a course in current political and economic subjects are added, alongside a 1000 plus piece collection of top news stories for study.
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Madison
Wis
State University
College of Medicine
Law, Engineering
Agriculture
Commerce
Pharmacy
Saloons Open On Election Day Sparks Public Outcry
Fond du Lac Wisconsin residents denounce local authorities for failing to enforce the law closing saloons on election day. The clash arose as the county fair and election day coincided, with critics arguing the closures might have prevented the death of Charles C. Smith a tailor killed by a Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul freight train.
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Fond DU Lac
Wis
Charles C. Smith
Wisconsin State Fair Low Rates in Milwaukee in 1908
Tickets on sale via C and N W Ry to Milwaukee for the Wisconsin State Fair September 7 to 12 1908 with a round trip fare of one and one half. Inquiries to ticket agents for complete train service and sale dates.
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Milwaukee
Two Are Out for Ekern's Place
Madison reports a shift in Wisconsin politics as Speaker Herman Ekern seeks renomination in Trempealeau county. M J Cleary of Blanchardville Lafayette county is set as a candidate and will likely win a seat in the next assembly. E W LeRoy of Marinette is also viewed as a probable candidate if he secures election this fall after a near miss two years ago.
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Madison
Wis
Herman Ekern
Trempealeau County
M. J. Cleary
Blanchardville
Lafayette County
E. W. LeRoy
Marinette
Mr. Ekern
Jenkins Explains Defeat In District Election
Congressman Jenkins lost to I. L. Lenroot by over 3000 votes. In Chippewa county Jenkins had 1875 to Lenroot 1542, the only county in the district carried by Jenkins. He said the people refused to indorse him and his defeat reflects a rejection of Republican principles.
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Chippewa Falls
Wis
Jenkins
I. L. Lenroot
Chippewa County
Lenroot
Lincoln
Woman Drugged and Wandering Found Near Altoona
A woman identifying herself as Mabel Jennings from Cloquet Minnesota was found in a cornfield near Altoona Wisconsin after being picked up while wandering aimlessly and behaving strangely. Police suspect she was drugged on a train and became semi conscious before drifting away from Eau Claire.
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Eau Claire
Wis
Altoona
Mabel Jennings
Cloquet
Minn
Chicago
Leity
Man Discovers Flaws After He Marries
Quote notes that a husband gains self awareness about his faults only after entering into marriage. The remark ties personal growth to matrimony and reflects on self knowledge through domestic life.
Early Kidney Trouble Warned In Kidney Cure Ad
An old advertisement warns that kidney trouble is insidious and may lead to fatal illness. It urges taking Foley's Kidney Cure at first sign of trouble to correct irregularities and prevent Bright's disease and diabetes, credited to O T Erhart.
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Foley
Bright
O T. Erhart
Football Takes Over La Crosse With New Coach
La Crosse high school backs football surge as Dartmouth man F. O. Cooper is hired as coach at 500 dollars for the season. A large talent pool forms with captain Nathaniel Tourtellotte and returning players joined by new prospects from Black River Falls and Caledonia. A mass meeting will set season plans and elect athletic association officers.
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la Crosse
F. O. Cooper
Dartmouth
Cooper
Chicago
Nathaniel Tourtellotte
Tourtellotte
Wallace Tourtellotte
Carl Jungbluth
F. Shaw
B. Brindley
Dickens
Frank
Mike Novak
Kelley
Hundredmark Brothers
Caledonia
Roddy
Black River Falls
Profieee
Zet
Wilkwork
Boy Undergoes Successful Operation After Scissors Injury
A small sister in a fire at their home led to a child injuring himself with scissors held by his mother. After extended treatment by specialists in major cities, surgeons performed an operation by Dr Mulford, which proved successful and the boy is recovering well.
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Mulford
Debating Club Chooses Platforms for Friday Topic
The Doore Debating club will meet Friday evening at 1709 Charles Street with J J Noem presiding. The debate centers on relative merits of the Republican and Democratic platforms with J H Berghoust and E Stendah for the Republicans and L C Hohn and S M Senstadti for the Democrats.
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J. J. Noem
Charles
J. H. Berghoust
E. Stendah Wil
L. C. Hohn
S. M. Senstadti
Boy Loses Eye After Hospital Operation
Emmet Schrank, five, son of Mr and Mrs J F Schrank of this city, underwent eye removal surgery at a local hospital yesterday. The child had previously been refused a hero medal for saving his ...
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J. F. Schrank
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