Hearst foraker clash sparks presidential talk
The editorial notes Hearst aided ousting Foraker and pressures on Governor Haskell, while Roosevelt and Bryan clash over alleged corruption. Taft knew more about Foraker than Bryan, and the piece urges an end to the personal wrangle. The Chicago Inter Ocean summaries cite Hearst's charges and Foraker’s denial of a 50 000 loan claim.
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William Randolph Hearst
Senator Foraker
Haskell
Hearst
Roosevelt
Mr. Bryan
Taft
Mr. Foraker
Bryan
Standard Oil
the Tribune Today
Chicago Inter-Ocean
William R. Hearst
Standard Oil Company
Editorial Outline on Foraker Taft Haskell and Bryan Clash
The article recounts a heated exchange among Foraker Taft Bryan and Haskell with presidential proclamations and political maneuvering. It notes Foraker’s withdrawal from the national campaign and Haskell’s Oklahoma ties and presidential critique, ending with Bryan releasing a letter and a suggestion that Roosevelt avoid a retort.
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Haskell
Bryan
Roosevelt
Industry Lesson From Interstate Fair Exposes Local Factories
Two displays at the Interstate fair drew wide attention the La Crosse Hat Works and La Crosse Rubber Mills. The hat works showed a complete hat making process on site while the rubber mills displayed production from roller use to final stitching, ideal for school tours to connect theory with practice.
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la Crosse Hat Works
la Crosse Rubber Mills Company
Local press split over Stephenson deal sparks reaction
The local organ of reaction now favors the Milwaukee Journal over its longtime Free Press ally, calling the latter disreputable. The shift marks a notable change in newspaper loyalties following the Stephenson deal.
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Milwaukee Journal
The
Free Press
Bryan Delivers Splendid Reception Outshining Past Speakers
Mr. Bryan's grand reception outshines all former political speakers in the state, marking a standout event in the campaign circuit. The crowd praised his charisma and address, signaling strong support for his platform.
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Mr. Bryan
Bob
In Wyoming Play Wins Instant Favor in Caspar Valley
Willard Mack’s production “In Wyoming” staged in the Big Horn Valley near Casper Wyoming wins instant favor. The play draws on actual events from Mack’s ranch recovery period and features a strong company including Louise Farnum Frank Patton Will Chapman Beatrice McWade Kitty Cameron and Earl Metcalf.
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Wyoming
Willard Mack
Big Horn Valley
Caspar
Wyo
Mack
Louise Farnum
Dustin Farnum
Mr. Frank Patton
Will Chapman
Beatrice McWade
Kitty Cameron
Wm. Fitzsimmons
Earl Metcalf
Woman of the West to Premiere in La Crosse Theater
The play written by Father Vaughan for Annie Mack Berlein, first staged in Chicago, comes to La Crosse theater with new scenery and props. Proper staging has enhanced its appeal, making it more acclaimed than the original Chicago run. Show opens Thursday October 1, with seats on sale Wednesday morning.
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Father Vaughan
Annie Mack Berlein
Chicago
Press of
la Crosse Theater
Robertson Revives Moliere and Goldoni On Chicago Stages
In Chicago last season Donald Robertson revived two renowned playwrights. Moliere’s Miser was staged at Garrick to strong critical and public enthusiasm. Goldoni’s A Curious Mishap premiered in America at Music Hall with greater warmth, set in The Hague around Phillibert and his daughter Giannina. Robertson portrays Phillibert as the Dutch merchant with notable wit. Performances at the La Crosse theater run Friday and Saturday, Oct 2 and 3 with three showings.
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Moliere
Carla Goldoni
Donald Robertson
Chicago
Molieres
Robertson
Garrick
Carlo Goldoni
Music Hall
Goldoni
Hague
Holland
Monsieur Phillibert
Cupid
Giannina
de la Cotterie
Phillibert
Monsieur Riccardi
Mademoiselle Constanza
Gianna
Constanza
de la Coteriie
Mr. Robertson
la Crosse Theater
La Follette Influence Seen in Minnesota Politics
The piece notes that La Follette is unlikely to repeat his Wisconsin success in Minnesota but acknowledges Johnson’s influence may soften Gopher Republicanism.
Cannonade on Cannon Awakens Ancient Standpatters
A fragment hints that cannon fire may revive old political loyalties and suggest the war persists beyond expected end. The line implies renewed suspicion that conflict continues to influence minds and alignments.
Rough Rider Notes on Bryan and Political Vulnerability
A political observer compares Bryan's position to San Juan Hill, suggesting the president may view Bryan as less vulnerable than in past conflicts and signals strategic considerations for the party.
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Mr. Bryan
San Juan Hill
This Season's Catch Fishes Suburban Life in Brief
A short Baltimore American note blends reflections on fishing habits with light commentary on suburban living and daily routines. The piece nods to common experiences like colds and trains while posing a casual hometown mood.
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Baltimore American
Third Term Prohibition Shaped Madison Clinton Ticket 1808
The article traces early limits on presidential terms, recounting Jefferson's influence in selecting James Madison as the 1808 Republican candidate with George Clinton as his running mate. It notes Federalist revival under Pinckney and King, the electoral outcomes, and regional discontent over embargo and New England votes.
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Republic
Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson
Roosevelt
Congress
Philadelphia
James Madison
Madison
Clinton
New York
James Monroe
Virginia
Benjamin
Fairbanks
Pinckney
King
Federalist
New England
Vermont
The Polyepitaph of Brigham Smith and His Wives
A lyric listing Brigham Smith and his fifty seven wives, named in order from Rose to Betsy, ending with a playful phrase about being “neath the trees” and “Your 57 varieties.” The verse preserves a historical poetic memorial tone.
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Brigham Smith
Rose
Mary
Sophie
Lil
Rebecca
Ellen
Etta
Kate
Clarissa
Nell
Augusta
Gertrude
Ruth
Belle
Charlotta
Frances
Sarah
Dell
Rhoda
Hannah
Maggie
Bess
Elvira
Henrietta
Tess
Belinda
Josie
Clara
Lou
Melissa
Faith
Estelle
Prue
Octave
Ethel
Edith
Ann
Amelia
Vee
Lydia
Nan
Lorinda
Hattie
Beth
Pauline
Elaine
Betsy
Clementine
Lucinda
Daisy
Edna
Fay
Grace
Carrie
Olive
May
Defends the Seagull From Scottish Protection Claims
Ornithologist E H Forbush of the state board of agriculture argues that Scottish claims of rapid seagull population growth under protection do not apply locally. He notes no attacks on eggs or fish, cites scavenger diet of mainly dead fish and refuse, and says protected breeding sites are lacking to support a surge.
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Scotland
E. H. Forbush
State Board of Agriculture
Forbush
LIMIT OF DEEP SEA DIVING
Harper's Weekly notes the depth limit in diving is set by water pressure on the body. Thirty fathoms (180 feet) is seen as the safety line for fit divers willing to ignore danger. Reported claims of deeper descents exist but often lack reliability.
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Harper’s Weekly
South America
Threat Troubles Bring Stranger Bond On Train
A commuter with a delicate throat threat shares a quiet ride with a young man who jokes about marriage. The stranger reveals a polka dotted tie and confesses his wife gave him six for Christmas as they discuss their similar health scare and early marriage.
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Paradise Hills
Bachelor Janitor Dreams Stir in Flat Proposal
A wife teases her husband about the janitor of their flats who she suspects is becoming interested in their eldest daughter. She quips that last week it was a duke, highlighting the humorous urban fantasy.
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Everybody’s Magazine
Next and a Penny Promise in a Houston Post Snippet
A brief quoted exchange from the Houston Post shows a parent promising Johnny a penny if he behaves while away, and Johnny asking what he will receive if he behaves when the parent returns. The inscription frames a simple child rearing moment.
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Houston Post
Can't Scare the Aviators
Milwaukee Free Press opines that new aviation advances face resistance from conservatives but will continue despite disasters. It argues that fatalities do not deter enthusiasts, who push experimentation and invention to the limit.
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Milwaukee Free Press
Fashion Plates Prove Elusive For Fashion Fans
Readers note that despite heavy effort both men and women struggle to replicate the elegance of fashion plates. The remark highlights the enduring gap between idealized style images and everyday wardrobes.
Turn of the Tide in Charteris Case at Sandown Court
Edward Charteris faces a courtroom and press glare as a six month deadline looms before a potential decree. Guy Charteris, taunted by public scorn and media portrayals, navigates whispers at Pall Mall and the Wayfarers Club while awaiting Edward and Angela Tempest.
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Guy
St. Clement Dane’s
Charteris
Hyde Park
Edward
Hextra Speshul
Toff
England
Pall Mall
Wayfarers’ Club
Eton
Oxford
Lancers
Venus and
Mars
Truthful Men Sometimes Succeed in Attempts
An aphorism notes that honesty can prevail in difficult situations, asserting that truthfulness yields favorable outcomes even when challenged by others. The saying emphasizes integrity over expediency in human actions.
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la Crosse
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Bitora
Hiard
F. H. Burgess Business
Mgr
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See Tribune
Lee Newspaper Syndicate
Eooth Phones
Payne & Young
Marquette
la Coste & Maxwell
34Th St
New York City
the Tribune
Association OF American Advertisers
A. A. Siever
Frank H. Burgess
A. E. Bleekman
Ohio
Senate
White House
Department of Justice
People of
Foraker
Mr. Taft
Monnett
C. N. Haskell
Oklahoma
Democratic National Committee
Oklahoma State University
Gov
Mr. Roosevelt
Free Press and Sentinel
la Follette
Davidson
Boston Transcript
McAllister
K. C
Sandown
Edward Charteris
Ted
Teddie
Saffron Charteris
Suffolk
Church of England
Timbuctoo
Eward
Angela
Angela Tempest
Galea
Batavian
la Crosse, Wis
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