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Newspaper
Monroe Weekly Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1906
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices for the Daily Edition at 2 1/2 cents monthly or 83 cents yearly by mail or carrier and 81 dollars yearly in advance for the Weekly Edition published Mondays and Thursdays. It notes the paper is entered at Monroe post office as second class matter and provides telephone contact numbers.
The ticket names James O. Davidson for Governor James A Frear for Secretary of State W D Connor for Lieutenant Governor A H Dahl for State Treasurer F L Gilbert for Attorney General Geo E Beedle for Insurance Commissioner Henry Allen Cooper for Congress Harry C Martin for State Senate Fred Ties for Assembly Isaiah M Stauffacher for County Clerk J S Fessenden for Sheriff Geo E Thorp for County Treasurer Frank E Carson for Register of Deeds William H McGrath for District Attorney Sam Blum for Clerk of the Court Henry L Ball for Coroner Albert C Stuntz for County Surveyor.
Gov. Davidson cites Aylward statements on a state tax and the tax commission. He notes the commission met and decided not to levy any tax. Davidson says Aylward offered to withdraw and donate 500 dollars if proven false amid campaign tensions and factional fights.
The Racine Times notes William Jennings Bryan and Robert M. La Follette met by chance in Watertown on the way to Madison. It describes a strong friendship, contrasts their styles—Bryan’s broad principles versus La Follette’s detailed, exacting approach— and suggests a potential friendly presidential contest.
Lancaster Teller quotes scathing calls against Connor, labeling him a traitor and tool of party bosses. Urges 61 000 Lenroot supporters and 95 000 nonvoters to oppose Connor in light of perceived subservience and tricks. Also cites 70 000 straight Republicans who voted Davidson.
A speaker attacks Davidson as dishonorable and calls for loyalty to Connor to redeem the Republican party. The speaker defends La Follette’s actions while urging Wisconsin citizens to resist humiliating him and to back Connor as the path to saving the state.
A letter from the Wisconsin Republican state central committee urges every Republican in the state to contribute what they can to fund the party’s campaign. It stresses independence from donations from interests or corporations and asks supporters to encourage friends to give and volunteer time.
With one week left, Republicans urge solid effort to present a united front on election day. Officials say full polling could yield one of the largest pluralities for Davidson and statewide and county tickets.
The article urges support for the entire Republican county ticket in the upcoming November election. It asserts every nominee is eminently qualified for their role and represents the party’s interests, calling on Republicans and others who value capable public service to vote accordingly.
After a large Republican rally at the armory with U S Senator La Follette, county candidates begin nightly precinct meetings to boost voter interest before election. Senator Martin Assemblyman Ties and W H McGrath will speak, plus all nominees attend. Next week Congressman Cooper plans two talks in the county.
The Illinois Central Sunday train from Madison to Freeport and return will run its last trip next Sunday. Efforts aim to keep the train daily except Sunday in winter and daily in summer to boost Madison division passenger service with round trip morning and evening departures.
J S Berger known in Janesville saw his eight blocks of exposition booths burn in Kansas City Kansas destroying his office and electrical wiring. Saturday receipts were wiped out and 117000 admissions prior to Friday night risked profits. Berger plans indoor street carnival at the convention hall. A Milwaukee Road passenger train hit an open switch near Roundout delaying several trains.
Henry M. Lawson, serving a 60 day sentence, vanished Tuesday after noon at 5 o'clock while working outside the county jail. Described as a model prisoner with a growing black beard, Lawson had been allowed to work about the building and disappeared from sight. officers have not located him. He came here as a hotel clerk and had a history of taking money and property, with a possible pending state prison offense noted.
The text argues extravagance is unfounded and says citizens content with tax remission will vote on November 6, anticipating peaceful polls. It links reduced taxes to public satisfaction and likely electoral outcomes.
The article argues that despite his political acumen Chairman Connor would be blocked from a United States senate seat as long as the election remains decided by voters under the new primary system.
Eddie Foy a world famous comedian known for The Earl and the Girl appears tomorrow evening. He lives in New Rochelle New York on a large farm and favors rural life away from the stage. He is married with seven children.
Fort Atkinson refused Monroe a game for the high school championship, forcing a class game to be played instead.
The firemen's committee in charge of the Thanksgiving party held a meeting and is arranging details for the annual event. It aims to continue the tradition of an elaborate, well organized affair.
Warning readers to check the pink Abel for name and address and subscription expiry date. It notes the Monroe Weekly Times subscription price of $1 per year due in advance.
In the wake of the primary, Republican leaders in Green County urge harmonious action to support every Republican on the ticket and ensure unified backing at the polls.
An old age health note warns men over sixty to watch for kidney and bladder disorders especially enlarged prostate. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy and cites Rodney Burnett of Rock Port Missouri who at 91 says after two bottles he feels better than in twenty years. West Side Drug Store participates in the promotion.
In Gloucester Massachusetts F T Slater merchant reports Foley's Honey and Tar cured a three month cough after other remedies failed. The product is advertised as safe and effective for coughs colds throat and lung diseases and endorsed by druggists including West Side Drug Store.
The Sells-Forepaugh circus owned by Ringling Brothers will base in Madison for the winter. The Ringlings have bought 40 acres and negotiations are underway to acquire an adjoining 30 acre tract.
The city welcomes the Stoughton Daily Hub launched by Chas. S. Crosse, publisher of the Weekly Hub. The eight page daily offers general news and features, launched without subscriptions or advertisements to prove it will be valued by the community.
The F Ingold Card company unveils a new card displaying emblems of all states, produced in Switzerland and controlled by the Monroe company under copyright. The card, claimed as the original idea of the company, is aimed to be a strong seller. Another new card features twelve of the city’s finest residences.
After dissolving a cement sidewalk partnership with A F Rote, A M McCulle y announces he will continue in the cement business and performs sidewalks, gutters, cellar floors and brick walks with hard clay or paving brick. He invites orders at right prices and provides Telephone 91 or visits Monroe Planning Mill Co. office.
A fresh barrel of sauer kraut was opened at Miller and Sons meat market, highlighting a new produce starter for the shop and inviting customers to sample the tangy addition.
E. R. Curtiss, a veteran Madison photographer, died suddenly from heart trouble at his home yesterday afternoon. He came to Madison in 1859 and specialized in portraits of state officers, legislators, and other public figures. He leaves a widow, one son, and two daughters.
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