This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
1
A fragmented clipping discusses automotive industry concerns in Chicago as millions are cited in financial worry. The tone signals rising anxiety over market instability affecting local car manufacturers and related jobs.
Aug 4 strong push for arbitration to end the 10,000 worker street railway strike amid city state and labor leaders. Mayor Busse and Illinois board of labor sit in dispute as referendum plans advance and strikebreakers rumored. city shares profits and fare splits emerge as public disturbance looms.
La Crosse Trades and Labor council invites Winona to join a Labor Day celebration on the first Monday in September. A monster parade will feature both cities unions, followed by a large picnic at the fair grounds. Winona’s thousand member union is urged to attend with many locals named.
Cleveland Aug 4 Mayor Johnson after referendums rejection signals openness to public overtures from the Cleveland Railway Co seeking a settlement of a ten year street railway dispute. The Schmid grant defeat is seen as not repudiating the mayor but as indicating the public rejection of a holding company style settlement.
Washington reports plans call Congress to meet in August to consider the National Monetary Commission report. Administration and leaders aim to convene in October next year after tariff debates have limited attention to commission work.
Chicago Aug 4 A 20 year old girl Mabel Ross attempted to drown herself twice in Lake Michigan and was dragged from the water unconscious. She said months of work troubles left her unable to provide for her four year old brother and hoped death would improve his care. She fought a rescuer as he tried to pull her free.
In White Plains Harry K Thaw left the jail for court under heavy guard amid rumors of escapes and a mysterious car. Prosecutors prepared for a lengthy cross examination of Doctors Flint and Hirsch as Thaw's defense attorney Marschauser pressed for detailed questioning and potential affidavits.
Sparta Wis Aug 4 The first wireless message in the northwest will be sent from Sparta to St Paul tonight Mayor McBride will greet Mayor Lawler of St Paul The station is atop the courthouse with instruments in the basement Claude L Smith is the operator Major George C Lambert Fort Robinson commands the service
The 39th annual convention of the Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America opened in Chicago with a pontifical high mass at the cathedral. Delegates from Catholic societies across the union attended a mass meeting after a parade planned to feature a gaudily decked water wagon leading the procession.
Senator Thomas Morris enjoys a vacation period with his parents, Mr and Mrs John Morris, who recently purchased the Hetland farm on the ridge back of the city. It is natural to presume Tom is making hay while the sun shines, as this has long been a trait of the senator from this district.
Mr. W. F. Russell of 820 West Avenue South found a perfectly formed pearl while collecting shells under the east end of the Mississippi river wagon bridge for chicken feed. The gem, once valued, may enhance his luck after a prior larger pearl found near the Milwaukee railroad bridge within a month.
Tomorrow Judge Shorts will hear Ed Mayfield Frank Young Andrew Johnson Dr Hedron Wilbur Davis Andrew Baumel Jr Ernest Mengeld and Frank Masterson charged with abusing Frank Allen an elderly Cataract resident three weeks ago. Witnesses for the state include Wm McCarthy Henry Crossen Will James Nels Hansen and George McCarthy. Allen was nearly strangled and ducked in the river as torturous efforts were made to force a confession to a theft later found. The old man, now recuperating in Rochester, plans to testify.
Edward Ziebarth an agent for Hussa Brewing Co of Bangor residing Mindoro is accused of distributing beer on July 3. He pleaded not guilty claiming he acted as brewery agent and the brewery bore responsibility. Trial began this afternoon with a jury requested. W F Wolfe defends. chairman Gullickson of the town is the complainant.
Announcement from Mayor Busse’s office states that George Ship, police chief, has submitted his resignation to the mayor. The move marks a leadership change in Chicago law enforcement.
Washington in August reports say the new tariff law will be in full force at midnight Friday after potential amendments are laid on the table. Senate leaders and President Taft expect swift action with Beveridge Culberson and Clapp proposing changes while finance committee schedules further measures. The president plans Beverly-bound departure Friday as talks on the law continue.
Harry Stewart, a Realty Trust salesman, sues John D. Rockefeller for 10000 damages in Cleveland claiming a tornado on April 7 shattered glass at the Lawrence Russell and Eichelberger office at Rockefeller Building, causing permanent facial injuries and alleging negligence in window strength by Rockefeller or his agents.
A historical brief notes a religious cloak linked to a legal case, showing its role in a sentence reduction. The report mentions authorities and the date of the ruling, with emphasis on the ongoing scrutiny of religious artifacts in judicial decisions.
Waupun convict Glen Menzemer, jailed for safe cracking, is said to reform in prison and preach to fellow inmates, prompting ministers and officials to seek clemency or reduced sentences. Attorneys dismiss action, while police consider the letters to foil a possible escape.
Coolest at La Crosse 64 degrees and warmest 82 with 4 mph wind and 0.02 inch rain. Forecasts show generally fair skies across Wisconsin Minnesota and Iowa with continuing warmth tonight and Thursday. River forecasts indicate a slight fall with specific stage data for La Crosse Prairie du Chien Reed’s Landing and nearby towns.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.