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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1908
Page
10
Anton Martin Nelson aged 423 residing at 1522 Loomis Street died yesterday at his home after a lingering illness with consumption. A North Side resident for years he is survived by a widow and two children. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
M Desmond, a Caledonia street saloonkeeper, adds a new oddity to his collection a double egg. The egg reportedly obtained from Carl Ender contains two shells with one shell holding the yolk and the other the white.
Mrs H J Roth of 2113 Loomis street entertained the Lucky 13 Cinch club at her home yesterday evening. The event marked the closing entertainment of the season with many members present, refreshments served, and all enjoying a pleasant evening.
A mother, Mrs. Peter Senatro, lost her two young sons aged 5 and 6 when they ran into a switch engine on the Southern Pacific railroad in Los Angeles. She died from the shock, as firefighters and bystanders watched a brutal accident unfold.
The remark notes that a man who keeps his early opinions is foolish and unable to learn. It frames steadfast conservatism as a flaw and suggests growth requires evolving views and open-mindedness.
Burlington's employment bureau for road workers operates fairly and openly. It issues forms for each applicant, tracks temporary hires, and bases retention on performance and conduct. The system records good and poor service, issues certificates, and aligns official and worker interests through field visits and explained policies.
W Dawes proposes the North side Progressive League build a shoe factory with two years free occupancy and a $10 per capita donation from each member. He claims financial aid from South side partners for machinery and an order for 600 pairs of shoes, starting with five workers and doubling next year, but passage seems unlikely.
A large crowd is expected for the Pink's Colts versus Jones' Sluggers at League Park tomorrow afternoon opening La Crosse's season. Cadidates include Cahill, Harms, McDonald, Love, Becker, DuChien, Freckman, Graves, and others in a battle for regular positions. Cahill praised by Portus Baxter for range and batting potential, with aim to be a run getter.
A reflective quote notes that a man may tell the truth openly if he values honesty over social ties, implying freedom in speaking his mind regardless of friendship.
The Franklin Debating club voted two to one in favor of setting a saloon license at 500 dollars and limiting licenses to 75 in La Crosse. Speakers Wartinbee Schlabach Stevenson for. Barber Berry Taylor against. critic Prof Hayden. Jury Howard Jones Purl Gage J A Bjornstad. Next the question on closing Mill Street crossing and enlarging the viaduct was scheduled for April 30.
Mrs. W. E. Wheeler of 1801 Wood street entertained last evening in honor of her niece Miss Whitcomb of Kansas City. Those present were Miss Anna Groezinger Blanche Downey Pearl McCabe and Messrs. Leland Woodrick H Lenning Jack Downey Harry McCabe. Refreshments were served and a pleasant evening enjoyed by all.
Officials and employees discuss concerns to align viewpoints and reduce petty dislikes. The informal talks and gatherings help dissipate misunderstandings and foster a general good feeling between both sides.
President Pro tem Angulo ordered troops massing at strategic points in Bogota to quell growing unrest. Discontent has risen for months as authorities brace for potential uprisings.
An explosion in an old Camore Alberta mine last night killed three men and injured several others. Fireboss John Millmott is dead. the other victims are described as foreigners.
The Wisconsin County Court of La Crosse County will hear Wilhelmina Fuller’s petition to admit the last will and testament of Christina Knopf, deceased, to probate at the Court House in La Crosse on May 5, 1908 at 10:00 a.m. Judge John Brindley issued the order on April 2, 1908.
In Probate regular term of the County Court to be held at the Court House in La Crosse on June 2. The application of C. L. Hood seeks appointment as administrator of the estate of Michael Seery of West Salem.
An anonymous quotation notes that many men reveal their worst side to their partners, reflecting on how intimate relationships expose true character and behavior.
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