La Follette as Tragedian and Reformer in Wisconsin
A lengthy interview with James B. Morrow presents William Langworthy La Follette as a complex figure who champions reform while denying theatricality. The piece details his background from Kentucky to Wisconsin, legal trials, political rise, tax reforms, rail regulation, and his self description as a practical, non socialist reformer.
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James B. Morrow
Robert Marton la Follette
Conte
Wisconsin
Mali
Soaxkel
Haan
Andrew
Winconmingo
Lago
Madison
Booth
Hinllir
Keetuttee
Night in the National Museum Inspires Haunting Reflections
A night visit to the National Museum reveals eerie exhibits and ghostly scenes. Watchmen guard ghastly relics including a severed hand, a voodoo tale, skulls, and a Hawaiian feather cloak valued in the millions. Burglar fears prompt a tightened watch and assurances that repeat robberies will not occur.
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National Museum
South Sea
Robbenes
Darky
Cuba
China
Malay Peninsula
Africa
Jimmy
Napoleon II
Henry
Muncat
United States
Maybe Somebody Has Fooled You
A brief note references compliance with the National Pure Food Law Guarantee No 2041 at Washington. The message hints at possible consumer deception but provides no further details or names.
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Washington
Energy of Eva Booth the Girl Commander of Salvation Army
Eva Booth, famed Salvation Army commander, defied danger in London slums to aid the sick and dying. Her disguise as a matches girl and four months of vigil yielded a powerful evangelic campaign, earning her the title Angel of the Slums and a life shaped by danger, illness, and unwavering faith.
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American Salvation Army
Eva Booth
Salvation Army
London
Army
Canadian
Klondike
Mexican
Atlantic
Pacific
England
Gen
Booth
Evangeline
Montha Aha
Salvaton Army
Anas Beeugie
Star Hardwood Refrigerator Offered At 6 95
A wooden Star Refrigerator with zinc lining and charcoal sheathing is advertised for six dollars and ninety five cents. It boasts a thirty two pound ice capacity and is presented as a summer comfort sold at a low price. The ad emphasizes money savings and affordable home furnishings.
Matting bargains and clean floor coverings at dealers
Mattings have the floor and speak eloquently of cool cleanliness and long service. The store emphasizes careful selection, curing, and fiber strength. This season offers some of the best bargains with a heavy China Matting priced at a dollar per yard and a three piece Golden Oak bedroom suite for 31.50, with flexible credit terms.
Subduing the Indians at a Dispatch war dance
A Columbus Dispatch item recounts a top floor fraternity war dance that shook the building. A photographer seized revolvers in a raid to enforce silence, tapping a pipe to quell the disturbance. The incident ends with the photographer asserting control and the “Indian” crowd subdued.
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The
Columbus Dispatch
Dispatch
Beneti
Cottolene Ad Promises Healthful Frying Oil
An old fashioned editorial style pitch extols Cottolene as a rational frying and shortening medium made from refined vegetable oil and beef suet. It claims lard is indigestible and urges purchase from grocers in sealed white pails labeled with a steer’s head emblem. The tone insists Cottolene prevents indigestion and improves eating experiences.
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Robert Marion la Follette
Gragedian
Bnake Mendota
Mrcdivon
Othe
Linstionn Co
Portiente
Dane County
Wis
Kentucky
Houten
Indiana
Ami
de Wita
Mary Furgeson
Javer
University
Flaht
Mont
Morgener Tres
Thee University Press
Yaso
Receet
E W Keyes
Muorg
Deak JT
Uttle
Parsons
Congress
Canyonserd
Iowan
House of Representatives
John G Carlisle
Thomas GB Reed
Carlisle
McKinlay
Carette
Ahaust
McKinley
Soveetnm
Suuccos
Vndraads
Sam
la Folletta
Philetus Sawyer
Sawyer
Mwaukee
Chicago
Milwaukee
Politiek of
Bo Bald
Interstate Commerce Commission
Wieconein
Washington Newboes
Nic
Coleigue
SM Bouet Bay OF
Se. Sherrmann Cor
7Th & Eve CI
Streets
H.W
Chicago News
Cottolene
Ieeeposite
Fokbask” Company
Ahecsbing
Nature
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