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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
10
Charles H. Rawlinson, an active young Republican, is a candidate for renomination for county clerk before the upcoming primary next Tuesday. He has long supported Republican enterprises, contributed to its achievements, and his courteous efficient service has earned him broad support across the county.
W A Marsh delivery man at Bert Lewis’s grocery fell into a cellar trap at Rennebohm’s yesterday injuring his eye and left hand. He was treated by Dr Egan and sent home to rest. Rennebohm alerted Marsh to the open door just before the accident.
Charles E. Reynolds faces trial before Judge Brindley for sending threatening letters to girls he did not know on the North Side.
The Batavian National Bank baseball team meets Gunds Peerless on the latter's grounds Saturday afternoon to decide which squad is better after each side won one game. Bankers' lineup includes H. Davis catching E Knothe pitching B Schuld at first C Smith at second G Hackner at third E Anderson at short A Capellan in right E Dowd in left B Davis in center.
A friend asks Hilda how she feels about school she answers she likes the going and coming but dislikes staying a playful remark reflecting a child's brisk take on routine routines.
Gov Fort proposes drastic action to close saloons and enforce Sunday closing in Atlantic City. He cites a failing grand jury at May's Landing and affidavits of liquor purchases by saloon owners, urging either militia rule or a special legislative session to empower a commission and removal of derelict officers.
Japan plans to escort the 16 American ships into Tokyo harbor on October 17 with every available battleship cruiser and auxiliary vessel in a grand show. Naval maneuvers accompany the arrival while a first reserve squadron entertains the visiting fleet, amid no public sign of anti Japanese sentiment from prior Australian port tours.
The La Crosse team arrived at 3 30 this morning from Pardeville after a loss. Manager Hawley is optimistic about the series opener this afternoon. Watson likely starts the first game against the Reds with Slapnicka pitching for Rockford. Umpire Guthrie accompanied the team and will officiate the Rockford series.
Aug 28 report from Winnipeg notes no clear progress toward ending the Canadian Pacific strike. Strikers await promised United States benefits due Sept 15, while strike breakers and tense engineers press for better engine and car conditions as grain shipments proceed and some freight shifts to rival lines.
New York on August 28 reports the suspension of the firm of H. W. Davis announced at 10 30 at the consolidated stock exchange The failure is described as unimportant as the firm is said to be in significant difficulty The item ends with a quip about brewers forming a trust and the answer that they are always at lager heads.
A maxim on confession and exposure suggesting honesty shortens the reach of trouble. The line implies that hidden misdeeds are bound to surface and that disclosure may lessen consequences.
In Oyster Bay New York on August 28 Kermit Roosevelt pursued and stopped two runaway horses dragging a carriage with a helpless woman and her two sons. His actions prevented serious injury to the occupants while he risked harm to himself. Frank Hilton arrived with his wife and two sons after the incident.
Rev. D J Ma Mackin of New York has been appointed propostulator in the beautification process of Pope Pius IX. Cardinal Cretoni, prefect of the rights and indulgences congregation, received a mysterious intimation to suspend the process from Falconieri who claims heirship to properties taken from his family by Pius IX. Falconieri argues the pontiff lacked the virtue for beautification.
The article details pickled plums with tart fruit, spice, sugar vinegar syrup preparation, and boiling methods. It explains melon preserves, using vinegar soak, and lard or paraffin techniques for long keeping, plus improved tomato canning and pantry tips. It also offers housework wisdom and time management guidance.
S. A. Cook addresses over 25,000 Wisconsin voters as he runs for United States Senator. He pledges conscientious public service, rejects personal gain, and vows to serve all Wisconsinites regardless of party or faith, urging careful voter consideration and dedication to the state's welfare. He invites scrutiny of his open record and promises to support the state’s diverse industries if elected.
Frank H. Aiken, La Crosse County recorder of deeds, seeks renomination as a Republican. He notes strong support from county citizens and plans longer hours to serve the public, vowing to accept the verdict of voters on his continued administration.
Ed Van Dorn faced Judge Brindley for stealing dairy cheese from Dittman Grocery. He asked what good it would do to jail him and promised to move to Dubuque if released. the judge allowed him to leave town for a new home in Iowa.
Anton Pavela, a laborer on the new Y M C A project, fell from a 25 foot scaffold to the ground at about 2 pm. He suffered severe bruising and shock with no broken bones, rushed to his home after Dr Suitor treated him at the scene.
A man seeks fishing trips to avoid being mocked as non athletic, explaining the drive is to satisfy others who label him a sportsman.
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