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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1908
Page
4
John Van Luvanee of Moline Illinois says a doctor prescribed Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey and within weeks he regained vigor, appetite, and strength, feeling as young as 40 years ago and urging others to use it as directed for health and longevity.
An advertisement extols Natty's Pure Malt Whiskey as a thoroughly malted distilled tonic. It claims digestion friendly properties, heart support, and overall vitality, urging regular use to preserve health and youthful vigor. The copy stresses retail packaging and cautions against bulk sale.
Milwaukee April 11 Miss Hattie Majkowski 17 recovering after being shot by fiancé Louis Wolski 27 at their Clarke street home. Sister Martha awoke to stop him and prevent a second self-inflicted shot as bullets went into the ceiling. Wolski’s motive linked to his mother’s disapproval. Merrill Charles Fralick Bundy postmaster died by laudanum overdose, leaving wife and family.
The La Crosse Tribune lists its North Side office at 8 Rose Street for editor’s correspondence and reader notices.
The Mill Street crossing issue returns to committee after Alderman Keller’s flagging ordinance was defeated and Downs proposed double flagging. The North Side league backs two flagmen. Other routine actions include paving bill rejection, park commission second reading, and Riverside park plans by Alderman Volmar. New aldermen canvass yield Arenz 74 Zeimentz 69, Snell 160 Nedbalski 43 Swarthout 50 Singer 47 Marvin 117.
Mrs. James Harrison of White Bear Minn is visiting friends in the city after wintering in Alabama. Rev and Mrs Ostram of Houston attend Lutheran convention but leave due to daughter’s sickness. Mrs Loughen’s two children reported ill. Mrs T Ginnity and Mrs A Flannigan of Graceville have returned home after visiting on the north side. Mable Simonson leaves for a week with Dr Gunderson’s farm in Campbell. Tony Hanson remains seriously ill with rheumatism after moving to 1813 Berlin St. North side lodge of the United Order of Foresters held a largely attended dance at Rose Street Woodmen hall. Independent Foresters hosted a dance at South Side Woodmen hall with good turnout. Joseph Lavaque leaves for Grand Rapids Wis after relapse in father’s condition. Mrs T Allen leaves this evening for Grand Rapids on business. North side lodge No 57 K of P held third rank work. Caledonia Street M E church Sunday school pupils to be hosted by Mrs William De Scautelle 1443 Avon St. Jack Alkin of New Orleans visiting W J Bristow on George St. M Shannon of Charles St buys a residence at La Crescent. will move after remodeling. Joseph Carroll ill at Malay Home St James and Avon. State civil service exam May 16 at city hall for several positions. Albert J Roberge leaves for Eau Claire after visiting North Side. Mrs T C White of Caledonia St improving after serious illness. A health lecture for women only to be delivered at Caledonia Street M E Church Tuesday evening by Mrs Campbell.
An auxiliary to the South side lodge of the Woodmen of the World was organized at Linker hall with eighteen charter members. Named Carnation No. 22, officers include Guardian Mrs Hackenbart and Advisor Mrs Minnie Baldwin.
Sunday services at Tabernacle Baptist Church will be led by Rev. N F Clark state missionary. Evening sermon by Rev. D W Hulburt state secretary. Reports from Rev Sander indicate rapid progress toward return to his La Crosse parish.
Fire department No. 4 was called at 1 o'clock this morning to Grand Crossing where a blaze in the "Q" wood yard caused little damage. Origin undetermined but presumed sparked.
Andy Noel recently launched a boat on the North side, marking a notable local event. The unveiling drew attention from residents and nearby maritime groups, showcasing a new vessel amid community interest.
Side will be taken to Reno for a short journey tomorrow with Mr. Noel expected to accompany, covering about 18 miles.
The Rt. Rev. Charles C. Grafton bishop of Fond du Lac diocese, to mark his seventy eighth birthday. Born in Boston in 1830 he founded Mission Priests of St John in England and Sisters of the Holy Nativity in Fond du Lac. He is noted for wearing traditional English clerical dress and claims knee breeches help prevent rheumatism.
Wisconsin railroad taxes rise to 3,083,720.63 with an average statewide rate of 11.51 per thousand, up from 10.95. The increased levy comes as the state board of assessors finalizes railroad valuations under ad valorem laws, noting a license-fee replacement would have shaved 691,594.92 from the total.
The Rev. Dr. Orruk Colloque pastor of Calvary Church New York has been appointed rector of All Saints Church in Appleton.
A succinct aphorism notes that persuading a poor person that wealth brings trouble is futile. It hints at skepticism toward wealth as a root of issues rather than addressing underlying social tensions. The line reflects a moral stance about money and perception without broader context.
The saying suggests vanity misreads one’s influence, likening loud self-praise to claiming total presence. It cautions that a single voice cannot define a group and warns against overestimating personal prominence.
War rants issued for the arrest of Peter Neres and Gilbert Gunderson on a charge of voting after betting on the election. Warrants sworn by R. H. Robertson state both were challenged but voted in. Neros and Robertson are saloon keepers and Gunderson is said to have run a saloon previously.
State briefs report Henry Halvorson received a four year term at Waupun after being caught burgling by Chief O'Brien and Captain Elliott. A fire in Brook lyn prompted a Janesville fire response, with engine and hose wagon loaded, but the fire was controlled before departure, causing thousands of dollars in damage in Br lyn business district.
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