Injury recovery and local notes in La Crosse area
E A Homstad returned from La Crosse after hip treatment and fracture confirmation. Decor projects at Elks club rooms by theater owner Gage. Fishing improves after rains with notable bass and pike catches. Hatfield dam progress: one fifth concrete finished, finish in 10-12 weeks. Priests warned about Persian fundraisers. fugitives from Europe spotted. No meeting called for Company M lieutenant replacement. Cass street gutters finished. alleyway drives begun. boulevards widened. Fountain planned in park by Thill & Lapitz. artesian water proposed. Hotel business dull as vacationing residents aid resorts. Chicago Milwaukee St Paul line expanding west of Listman Milling. possible injunction. Kickapoo Valley trains to resume after washout. Madison undecided on Maple Bluff return match with Schaghticoke. Landis still missing after bail bond forfeiture. authorities seek him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Company M
George M. Hale
Hale
Cass Street
Fifth Street
West Avenue
Milwaukee Road
Madison
Maple Bluff
Wis
Schaghticoke Country Club
la Crosse
Landis
John Landis
August Rhodean
Frank Withrow
Personal notices from Appleton to La Crosse area
A compilation of brief locals notes: A Wilson and William Wilson return to Appleton after visits. Dr Will Powe and Dr George Powell are mentioned as physicians. D N Rupp returns from Chatfield. Miss G Schultz back to Baraboo after La Crosse visit. T Regenald from Whittenburg visits. B O Larson transacts business in city. Miss May Dailey visits La Crosse. Leide's park hosts grand opening August 4 with Kreutz's band. J T Jennings returns home from Wessington. Miss Olga Hammisran visits La Crosse. Frank Foerster returns to Baraboo. Sophia Marquardt and Julius Marquardt return from Chicago. Miss Lelia Jamesson and Mrs K Argyl visit Black River Falls. Bertha Miller visits Hokah. references to My Fairy performances at Leithold's and Society Burlesque Circus. Harry Taggert visits Minneapolis and St Paul. Dana's orchestra and Louis Gamberg visit Sioux Falls. Don McLaughlin and daughters visit Mrs J League. Dr E J Tiedemann in St Paul. M Pickering in Grand Falls. H Wiennecker and wife in La Crosse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Wilson
Appleton
Wis
Will Powe
D. N. Rupp
Chatfield
Whittenburg
Gateway City
B. O. Larson
Viroqua
John Leide
J. T. Jennings
Wessington
S. C
Olga Hammisran
la Crosse
Frank Foerster
Baraboo
Leith
Road to Wellville diet recommendation and reading note
A brief health brief suggests a daily diet of Grape-Nuts and Cream with a generous meat and vegetable dinner and a Grape-Nuts pudding for dessert. It claims the diet change is worth trial and recommends reading "The Road to Wellville" in OKGS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellville
Okgs
Vanity and conceit in men and women
In this pointed paragraph excerpt the author contrasts vanity in women with conceit in men. It comments on judging by looks, tells of stubborn resistance to opponents, and notes behavior of elderly parents and spendthrift habits. It also cites a moral about a father's favor and a dry goods store debt lightly borne by a wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Globe
Preservation of paintings under vacuum urges timeless color
Painting under glass may be preserved indefinitely by placing the canvas in a vacuum. The method seals the artwork from atmospheric destruction, likening the process to canning. If metal figures in the operation, the canvas could endure as long as the vacuum remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apelles
Raphael
Michael Angelo
Darby Greely Sheltered By Major Belknap At War Dock
General William W. Belknap led the Fifteenth Iowa infantry as it boarded the steamer Sucker State. A young soldier named Darby Greely was greeted by his mother who, in tears, urged him to stay close to the major so he would not be harmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William W. Belknap
Fifteenth
Iowa Infantry
Darby Greely
Darby
Difficulty as a Concept Obscures Real Effort
A compact reflection on difficulty describing it as mere notice of exertion, a bugbear to children and fools, and only a stimulus to men. The quote credits Samuel Warren and frames difficulty as a misleading measure of effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Warren
Glasses promise comfort for weary eyes
Properly fitted glasses offer relief for weak eyes and headaches. Headache and nervousness are claimed to be permanently cured by their use. Glasses supplied at popular prices by W. T. Irvine, Graduate Ill. College of Optics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Irvine Graduate
College of Optics
Illegal fishing sparks North Side protests on Black River
North Side residents allege pike under legal weight are being caught daily in Black River. The law requires undersized pike to be released. Game Warden George Kingsley has been alerted and will pursue suspects, with fines or imprisonment possible if caught with evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Side
Black River
George Kingsley
Sea lion vanishes from Black River amid sightings
The sea lion has disappeared from Black River despite searches and parties organized to locate it. Three south side witnesses claim they saw the animal Monday in the slough behind Bard's brewery, supporting Mr. Rathborne’s tale that the creature could travel via the La Crosse river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black River
South Side
Slough
Bard’s Brewery
Small Shipper Faces Rail Car Troubles
Small shippers suffer as traffic climbs and cars pile up. Parcels and partial loads are delayed, with shipments often unloaded far from destinations. Goods are lost at junctions or along the line, sometimes never recovered, leaving the small merchant distressed by unreliable railroad handling.
Operator Flees With Railway Cash
O A Bridgeman an operator at Burlington station Watertown disappeared Tuesday evening and is sought by road detectives with a warrant for taking 18 dollars from the company. He boarded a train toward La Crosse. Fears haunt him he may attempt suicide after seeing his wife talking with several young men of the village.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. A. Bridgeman
Burlington
Watertown
la Crosse
Burlington to electrify branch line in Fulton county
The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy railroad plans to run motor cars on its Lewiston to Farmington line in Fulton county Illinois. No official date yet but reliable sources say the service is being planned and will begin soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston
Farmington
Fulton County
Illinois
Marriage Licenses Issued for Two Couples in La Crosse
County clerk issued two marriage licenses yesterday in La Crosse. William J. Dunning and Anna Novak, both of La Crosse, as did Clyde R. Bradford and Mayme Weiser, also of La Crosse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Dunning
Anna Novak
la Crosse
Clyde R. Bradford
Mayme Weiser
Low Round Trip Rates to Watertown Wisconsin
Low fares to Watertown via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway for Home Coming celebration. Round trip from all Wisconsin points, tickets on sale August 3 and 4 with return by August 5. Certificate plan option good to return until August 14, information from agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wis
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Watertown
Wisconsin
Frightened Woman Knocked Back by Street Car
Mrs Faller suffers nervous shock after a street car started before she could board at Windsor and Caledonia. Her niece clung to her dress and the child’s fright forced a run for about a half block until the motorman halted the car after several passengers yelled to stop it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Faller
North Side briefs report travels illness and birth
Arthur Levens leaves for Minneapolis to visit a seriously ill brother. Mrs. Charles Jung departs for Minneapolis to see her daughter. Andrew Roth suffers a bruised leg at work when a heavy tool fell. he is confined at home. A 16 pound daughter is born to Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Larkin at 426 Caledonia Street. the father is a conductor on the Milwaukee Road La Crosse division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Levens
Minneapolis
Charles Jung
Rose Street
Andrew Roth
Roth
Fuirschheimer
P. J. Larkin
Caledonia. Street
la Crosse
Milwaukee Road
Chronic Acne and Its Internal Treatments
Chronic acne is described as highly contradictory to treat internally. External care focuses on clear skin and bacteria suppression, while internal causes vary from diet to exercise. The prescription ranges from adjusting diet toward vegetarianism to restrictive regimens and saline aperients, with some cases responding to a Seidlitz powder course over weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mos
Becaus
Chicago News
Otsego Journal Endorsees Dr King’s New Discovery
Otsego County endorsed remedy Dr King’s New Discovery is praised as the most popular cough and cold cure in Otsego County M Dietz editor Otsego Journal Robertsville NY declares it infallible for lung and throat diseases O T Erhart’s drug store guarantees satisfaction with bottles priced 50c and 1.00 trial bottle free
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otsego County
Wm. M. Dietz
Otsego
Rlbertsville
N. Y
Dr. King
O. T. Erhart
Irvine's La Crosse Jewelry Ad Brings Sale on Bracelets
A local advertisement promotes a new bracelet shipment with many styles on display in the east show window. The firm claims wholesale prices are one third lower than competitors, citing examples such as a 7.50 bracelet for 5.00 and a 6.00 bracelet for 4.50, inviting customers to compare prices.
North Side Girl Weds Miss Emma Miller Marries in Kendall
Announcement from the city reports the marriage of Miss Emma Miller daughter of John Miller 822 Berlin street and William Saecks of Kendall Wisconsin. The ceremony occurred last Tuesday afternoon in Kendall and the couple will reside there. Saecks is employed by the Northwestern road at Kendall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Side
Emma Miller
John Miller
Berlin Street
William Saecks
Kendall
Wis
Saecks
Northwestern Road
Two Brothers At Christchurch Delight In Two Piano Recital
Arthur P. Thomas and Eugene Thompson gave a two piano recital at Christchurch last evening. Despite a stormy night, a fair sized, appreciative audience of leading musicians enjoyed their harmony, technique, and artistic execution. The brothers have only rehearsed together since Sunday, yet their pianistic blend was marvellous. The Christchurch choir also presented two pleasing numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur P. Thomas
Eugene Thompson
Christchurch
Marriage of Miss Leah Heyer dahl to Joseph Calloway
Miss Leah Heyer dahl wed Joseph Calloway last evening at 7 30 at the bride’s North Eighth street home. Rev Irish of the First M E church performed the ceremony in a family witness gathering. A supper followed with intimate friends before they departed on the 10 50 PM CMStP train for Milwaukee to visit the bride’s father who could not attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leah Heyerdahl
Alex Heyyerdahl
Joseph Calloway
North Eighth Street
Irish
M. EB
Chicago
Milwaukee
St. Paul
Local Couple Weds at Derr Flats Residence
A wedding was held on a business count with the couple planning to reside on Cass street in Derr flats after returning. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Steadwell, Carl Ogden, J Thwing, John Phalen, Miss Gold, Miss Strenz er, Mr Bradbury, and Mr Charley Calloway proprietor of the Victor Edison phonograph store. The bride has lived in the area most of her life and has many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass Street
Derr Flats
Messrs
and Mesdames Steadwell
Carl Ogden
J. Thwing
John Phalen
Miss Gold
Miss Strenzer
Messrs. Bradbury
Chas. Calloway
Mr. Calloway
Victor-Edison Phonograph
Coming and Going in Local Society Circles
Miss Sara Zabelwitz left yesterday to join a Cascade camping party before resuming duties as director of music at the Washington State Normal school. Mrs. Edward Charf, visiting her sister, leaves for South Bend Indiana. Mrs. Augustus Smith of Eau Claire visits North Eighth street. Miss Abby Brayton, librarian at Grand Forks University library, vacations with city relatives. Mrs. James Horner visits Minneapolis. The Hickisch sisters Bertha and Tessa, Leonora Bechman, Ida Miller, Anna and Florence Bechman, and Miss Pauline Speir of Chicago join excursionists bound for the Wisconsin Dells today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sara Zabelwitz
Cascade Mountains
Washington State Normal School
Edward Charf
A. M. Brayton
South Bend
Ind
Abby Brayton
University Library
Grand Forks
N. D
City
James Horner
Minneapolis
Bertha
Tessa Hickisch
Leonora Bechman
Ida Miller
Anna
Florence Bechman
Pauline Speir
Chicago
Wisconsin Dells
Card of Thanks for Jacob Scharpf
The family of the deceased Jacob Scharpf expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and after death. They also thank for the floral tributes offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Scharpf
Why She Laughed A Witty Exchange
Nell laughs at him though he is not funny. Belle recalls a remark about admiring her teeth, hinting at social flirtation and subtle humor in a tense moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nell
Belle
Pure hearts tread the duty path toward God's world
A reflective note emphasizes virtue and duty as paths to spiritual happiness, praising those who live by upright conduct and seek moral fulfillment through acts of service and faith.
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Crawfords
Wickson
Bradshaw
John C. Burns
Nebner
City News
E. A. Homstad
Board of Review
Black River Falls Journal
Elks Club
Gage
Elks
W. J Ferris
James Schwebach
Europe
New York
Thill & Lapitz
Court House Park
County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee & St. Paul
Listman Milling Company
Philadelphia Press
H. Wiennecker
New Albin
Postum Food
North Side News
Kingsley
Northwest
Toland’s Business School
Biriefs
County
Irvine’s
Henry N. Boehm
Society
Thomas
Mrs. Augustus Smith
Eau Claire
Alex. Heyerdahl
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