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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
7
The Woodmen of World will host a smoker and entertainment this evening at their hall in the Linker building for members and friends. A program includes oral and musical selections with addresses by members, followed by refreshments.
A proverb contrasts women's hopeful dreams with men's more modest aims. It notes that a girl, even if poor, expects to marry a prince, whereas a poor man does not expect to wed a princess.
A lively Franklin club debate last evening split two to one in favor of endorsing La Follette's senate remarks on the Aldrich bill. Proponents argued the speech stated truth and exposed the bill's alignment with moneyed interests. opponents said it attacked financiers more than the bill itself. A large crowd, including outsiders, packed the gathering and heard vigorous exchanges.
Rev Hoverstad the local pastor was elected president and Rev Standahl named secretary at a business meeting of the Lutheran convention at Trinity church Avon street. Rev A H Gijevre of Grand Meadow spoke on the Sunday Question to a large audience. Special music by Anna Standahl and Clara Ruud. Service conducted by Rev Guldbrandson of Westby. Afternoon program featured speaking and a reception by church ladies.
Reports from Wall Street indicate United States Steel is close to completing negotiations to acquire the Corrigan McKinney company of Cleveland, a leading independent iron interests firm owning extensive Lake Superior iron ore deposits.
Day E. Elmore began eating after a 43 day fast in Los Angeles, losing 28 pounds. He feared injuring others might imitate his example and cited a St. Paul man who died after a prolonged fast as a warning.
A Turkish dinner followed yesterday's dedicatory ceremonies at Rev Salmone’s residence in La Crosse. Priests from the Syrian church attended, joined by several nonmembers including Mesdames Sullivan Dwyer and Mrs Hughes of Rochester. The twelve course feast featured Syrian girls serving and was among the most elaborate dinners of its kind in the city.
New York April 10 says May 4 has been fixed as the trial date for Carl Fischer Hanson the attorney indicted for alleged extortion.
The city reports about nine hundred vehicles in active use with nearly 900 motor cars and forty three motorcycles among residents. Officials note rising street traffic and ongoing registration efforts as the fleet grows.
A brief note asserts that using Sat'n skin cream and powder is beneficial and effective, claiming proven merits without offering specific data or comparisons.
Mrs. Mary Bolstad of 1406 Livingstone Street hosted the Birthday Club yesterday afternoon. Refreshments were served as Mesdames O Brow, O Black, J Dugan, O Olson, T Pilger, F Botz, Olaf Brow, Jr., T Gustad, Ed Engebretson, J Anderson, O Lewis, Marking, D Dahl, Johnson, Crawly, Larson, Toeha, Christiansen, Johnson, Dahlby and Ragstad attended.
The Epworth league of Caledonia street M. E. church held its monthly meeting. Delegates to the Sparta district convention were elected, with Miss Viola Shumway and Miss Maud Miller chosen. The convention dates are April 24–26, and delegates will push to bring the next gathering to La Crosse.
High mass was celebrated at the new Syrian church on the North Side this morning the first regular service since its dedication yesterday. This evening special ceremonies in honor of the Blessed Virgin will be held at 6 o'clock and will be the last before Holy Week.
The Young People's Society of Charles Street Lutheran church was entertained by Mrs. E. Black and Mrs. H. Olson on Wednesday evening. A large number attended.
It is estimated that the people of New York paid 2 310 000 dollars for grand opera during the last season.
The United States demands a reply to five Venezuela dispute claims including expulsion of A F Jarrett in 1904 and Bermudez Company land and mining titles. Commissioner Calhoun’s report accuses Caracas of seizing assets, ignoring valid titles, and abusing legal processes in a case tied to asphalt rights and a 99 year mining concession.
The text argues that progress and modern equipment improve outcomes and long term cost efficiency. It cites the Bell system as a model of ongoing upgrades to maintain dependable service and warns against clinging to outdated machinery. It emphasizes that good service requires good equipment today and tomorrow.
Miss Lilah Pischke returns from La Crosse to North Bend. Bristow's wall paper store advertised as cheapest in the city. C. E. Holloway buys a 16 foot skiff. Edna Byrne home from Platteville normal on spring vacation. Bristow's showcases latest styles. Nels Ruud ill at home. Tabernacle Baptist church Mission Society met at Mrs. Lampman’s. Rev. Clark spoke of Palestine trip. Roy Huggins returns from railroading out west. Mrs. E. G. Sloane visits Chippewa Falls. Black River Camp M W A held a blow-out with H. Rice receiving.
The fourth annual convention of the Wisconsin Retail Furniture Dealers association opened at the Blatz hotel in Milwaukee with about seventy five retailers from the state present. None of the local furniture dealers attended.
The Deutcher- Verein officers held their regular meeting last evening and announced an election of officers will occur Monday evening April 20. Directors will also meet and new directors will be elected.
Kaiser Wilhelm and his suite landed at Corfu from Venice aboard the Hohenzollern. They were met by King George of Greece, Crown Prince Constantine, and Princess Sophia who had arrived the day before to greet the visitors and joined them at once.
The Automobile club of Rochester, N Y a city of 175000 population added 118 owners of cars to its roll last year.
PORTSMOUTH Eng April 10 The British navy mourns the loss after the torpedo boat destroyer Tiger wrecked April 3 off the Isle of Wight while maneuvering without lights. The ship split amidships as it crossed the bow of the cruiser Berwick. forepart sank with all hands, rear half saved some crew. The Tiger launched in 1900, 110 feet long, 21 feet beam, 6400 horsepower, 58 men aboard.
In Washington on April 10 Bartholdi of Missouri opposed adding more than one battleship to naval policy. He urged the United States to lead peace rather than armament and called for real disarmament actions, ridiculing Roosevelt’s universal peace through strength and warning against becoming an international bully.
Washington reports the American government will not allow the Atlantis fleet to visit British ports on its homeward voyage. The decision, announced after a cabinet memorandum, states the fleet cannot extend its itinerary and still return by February 22.
Women begin to share impressions of a play after attending with friends who could not go. They discuss acting, scenes, and overall enjoyment to spread the experience.
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