President Roosevelt’s call for reform and control of power
The president’s message urges a federal approach to curbing corporate excess and infusing regulation into commerce. He supports an inheritance and income tax, tighter labor laws, court appeals in criminal cases, and stronger federal action on currency reform and naturalization of aliens. He condemns mob violence, defends law, and outlines policy for Cuba, Panama, and Philippine affairs.
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Fashion's Modes and Moods for the Season
A period piece on contemporary dress noting boxy sleeves with shoulder fullness, tight cuffs, long cling skirts, and new underskirts of satin and lace. It discusses millinery bans in Paris, the desire for sylph-like bodies via boned stay combinations, and evening gowns in pale gray velvet and pink satin with lace trim.
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Velvet outdoorswear and collar trends in early fashion
The article notes growing use of velvet in street and outdoors outfits, with three quarter length coats and collarless designs dominating. It mentions Paris and London fashion centers debating reviving the Medicis collar, praised for neck protection and face framing, while some Parisians oppose it for hair concerns.
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Lawrence University Seeks $150000 Match for Rockefeller Gift
Appleton Wisconsin President Samuel Plantz announced Lawrence University will receive John D Rockefeller’s $50000 gift only after raising $150000 in matching funds. Trustees plan a drive to reach the goal before the option expires in June 1908, with contributed three dollars for each Rockefeller dollar.
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Pioneers Die on Same Day in Bangor Legacy Ends
La Crosse reports Bangor’s oldest settlers John Wheldon and William Price died within hours of each other. Wheldon 91 born in Bangor Wales named his homestead Bangor and served as postmaster and county superintendent. Price 86 had been ill months. survived by widow, a son and six daughters.
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Trouble for Bath Parties in Fond du Lac Court
In Fond du Lac a jury awarded Mary Salbert 10,000 against W C Reinig for breach of promise and 5,000 for betrayal. Judge Fowler ordered the prosecutor to file serious charges based on trial admissions and to pursue actions against two resort owners tied to the case. Reinig, a married, wealthy malster, faced questions of provocation while Salbert, a tailoress, sought 25,000.
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Mary Salbert
W. C. Reiming
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Reinig
Guilty Plea in Conspiracy to Rob in Kenosha
William Karpowich pleaded guilty to conspiring to rob foreigners living with him in Kenosha. He tried to shift blame to his wife, who was traced to New York and returned. The costs totaled over $300.
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William Karpowich
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New York
All Union Men Not Held in Schultz Case
Judge Fowler in Portage releases a supplemental decision in the Schultz case ruling the prior judgment does not bind all union members. Only those who committed overt acts are deemed responsible in the boycott proceedings.
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Bishop to Visit Rome After Easter 1907
Rt. Rev. Bishop J. J. Fox plans a trip from Green Bay to Rome after Easter 1907 to meet Pope Pius X and visit the tombs of Peter and Paul. He will submit his diocesan condition report as required for bishops every ten years.
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Lynx Shot Near Muscoda
A large lynx was shot and killed about a mile north of Muscoda, reported in the Muscoda area. The incident details are sparse but confirm the animal’s death near the town.
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Hunter Lost Found Dead Near Camp in Woods
Florence report says 19 year old Charles Wightman of Fond du Lac was found dead five miles from a hunting camp after getting lost. Charles Grissma, also of Florence, was hunting with him and was separated but escaped unharmed.
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Kilburn Farmer Killed Riding Railroad Velocipede
Martin Telson, a farmer living near Kilbourn, was killed while riding a railroad velocipede on the railroad track. His death is reported as an accident with no further details available.
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