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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1907

Page

5

Pastors' Subjects for the Season

The remaining program of the Pastors' union outlines monthly topics from December through June including Evangelism by W H Olmstead, The New Theology by W Davy Thomas, The Preacher's Authority by A L Wood, and The Trend Towards Church Federation by H Etzelmueller. Also listed are talks on The Miraculous Element, The Immigrant, Place of Faith, The Challenge of the City, Homiletical Value of Fiction, The Making of a Sermon, Providence in Life, The Preacher as a Pastor, and an outing.

W. H. Ol William Davy Thomas A. L. Wood H. Etzelmueller J. W. Hoag J. J. Clemens J. S. Lowe D. W. Rohrabaugh J. L. Panziau S. L. McKee Providence T. F. Murphy W. P. Schleim

Woodmen Elect New Officers in Camp 9695

The W A Northcott Camp Woodmen of America No 9695 held its annual officer election. Consul Joseph Miller Advisor William L Tetley Clerk F L Page Banker A Gams Manager C N Dunham Escort J J Urbanek Watchman Reed Sentry A C Burke Physicians Doctors Egan Callahan Wolfe Reed and Kinnear were named among the physicians.

W. A. Northcott Camp Woodmen of America No. 9695 Joseph Miller William L. Tetley F. L. Page

Coffee Nerves From Youth Prompts Postum Use

A Texas primary teacher recounts starting coffee young, suffering nervousness and indigestion, then quitting coffee for Postum Food Coffee. She reports improved nerves, clear skin, and no headaches, noting others can switch with proper preparation. The testimonial is signed by the Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan.

Texas Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wellville

Police and Fire Boards Elect Officers at City Hall

The pension boards of the police and fire departments met at city hall to organize and elect officers. Mayor Anderson was elected president of the police board, Chief Webber secretary, and Chief Bradfield president of the fire board. Each board set December annual meetings and reported about $100 in treasury.

Pension Board of the Police and Fire Departments John F. Doherty Fred Colton van Berg Hanson Departeent Bradfield Jo Ies Webber Femen’s Treasury

Lyric Theatre Delivers Pleasing Program in La Crosse

The Lyric theatre in La Crosse reports excellent patronage with continuous shows each evening from 7 to 10. Two matinees weekly on Saturday and Sunday invite patrons to come and go at will. This week features a mix of frivolous and serious pictures with changes every Sunday and Thursday. Remember, one solid hour for a dime.

Lyric Theatre la Crosse

Westminster Church Endavor Meet at Mrs Betts Home

The Christian Endeavor society of Westminster church will meet at the home of Mrs Betts Friday evening. Mrs Rev Anderson will entertain the ladies society of the West Avenue Lutheran church in the church parlors tomorrow afternoon.

Christian Endeavor Society of the Westminster Church Betts Rev. Anderson Ladies Society of the West Avenue Lutheran Church

Mrs Miller Hosts Five Hundred Party At State Street Home

Mrs Charles B Miller yesterday afternoon entertained a number of friends at five hundred at her home 1208 State street Refreshments were served and the prizes were awarded to Mesdames Lottie Bauer and Dustav A Keller Those present included Mesdames Louis F Gautsch J A Miller G A Kellar W L Dittman Charles Ross Dr Schleiter George Fries Smith Lottie Bauer W H Schuster Kurz Louis Grams and Bernhard O Connell

Charles B. Miller State Street Lottie Bauer Dustav A. Keller Louis F. Gautsch J. A. Miller G. A. Kellar W. L. Dittman Charles Ross Dr. Schleiter George Fries Smith W. H. Schuster Kurz Louis Grams Bernhard O’connell

La Crosse Wedding At Home Of Rev Panzlau

Miss Johanna Utecht wed Mr Henry Leidel at noon on Thanksgiving day in the home of Rev and Mrs Panzlau 709 Ferry street La Crosse with about twenty guests. The bride wore French voile over cream satin and a wreath and veil. After a wedding lunch the couple left for a southern tour and will reside at Dresbach Minnesota where the groom farms. The bride is well known locally.

Panzlau la Crosse Johanna Utecht Henry Leidel Ferry Street Mr. Leidel Slacbach Martha Merman

Miss Marion Miller Hosts B N C Gathering

Miss Marion Miller entertained B N C members at her State street home last evening with Progressive cinch as the feature. Refreshments were served and prizes awarded to Miss Elizabeth George and Miss Josephine Semsch among a list of attendees including Roese Ott Emily Imhoff Anna Hackner Jennie Dagendish Lillie Dagendish Florence Bechmann Nannie Bartl Freda Neuburg Clara Munz and Josephine.

Marion Miller State Street Elizabeth George Josephine Semsch Roese Ott Emily Imhoff Anna Hackner Jennie Dagendish Lillie Dagendish Florence Bechmann

First Presbyterian Bazaar Held Today at Church

The ladies of the First Presbyterian church host an afternoon bazaar in the church parlors with dainty refreshments a deli booth and a wide range of fancy and useful articles including nearly a hundred handmade aprons and decorative handkerchiefs expected to be popular Christmas gifts.

First Presbyterian Church

Saengerfest Bazaar Opens This Afternoon

This afternoon the much talked of Saengerfest bazaar will open, drawing local residents who anticipate a lively event with vendor stalls, music, and community activities.

Saengerfest

We Never Care Much for a Cigar with a Band Around

A brief item notes that readers show little interest in cigars with decorative bands. The sentence suggests a dismissive attitude toward branded cigars and their display appeal.

Christmas Gift Booth Shines At Local Fair

Shoppers find many gift options at a holiday fair with Mrs. John Bayer supervising a standout candy booth decorated in yellow white and green. The booth features candies cigars and flowers, aided by eight young ladies, drawing expected crowds throughout the week.

John Bayer

Bradfield Head of Pension Board

Officers elected by the firemen's pension fund board include President Chief Nathan Bradfield and Secretary Fred Colton. City treasurer serves as treasurer by office. The chief named three trustees Fred J Colton Homer Van Berg and A Hanson and formed a three member by law committee to draft a constitution and by laws. Annual meeting set for the second Tuesday in January.

Firemen’s Pension Fund Board Nathan Bradfield Fred Colton Fred J. Colton Homer van Berg A. Hanson

Supper Planned for Congregational Church Parlor

A supper will be held tomorrow evening December 5 at the Congregational church parlors. Hostesses include Mesdames Vincent Medary A Platz E H Derr Kratchwil John James Josten and Holcomb.

Congregational Church Mesdames Vincent Medary A. Platz E. H. Derr Kratchwil John James Josten Holcom

Local Misses Return From Visits and Weddings

Miss May James returns from Milwaukee after Thanksgiving with sister Mrs. W. G. Whyte. Miss Tessa Hickisch travels from West Bend Wisconsin after attending her brother's wedding to Miss Hanson. she teaches at the local high school. Miss Myrtle Topliff, guest of Mrs. Frank Bailey at 1330 Vinestreet, departs Decorah for home.

May James Milwaukee W. G. Whyte Tessa Hickisch West Bend Wis Hanson Miss Hickisch Myrtle Topliff Frank Bailey Vinestreet Decorah

Marital Union of Fred Hicke and Della Hall

Mr Fred Hicke and Miss Della Hall wed this morning at 10 oclock in the bride parents home 1227 Market Street. The ceremony was quiet with only immediate family present. They were attended by William Jungen and Lillian Oldenberg. A wedding dinner followed and the couple will start housekeeping at 1006 South Ninth Street.

Fred Hicke Mis Della Hall Della Hall Market Street William Jungen Lillian Oldenberg

Governor and His Sec Join Elks Initiation

Governor James O Davidson and his private secretary Q G Munson of Viroqua will be initiated into the Elks at the next Madison lodge meeting. Munson applied locally but will be initiated at the capital, reflecting lodge jurisdiction arrangements.

Madison Lodge of Elks James O Davidson Q. G. Munson Viroqua Munson la Crosse

Constable Arrests Man After Glass Breakage at Hebberd Drug Store

Constable Louis B. Ommerberg arrested John Spargs at Fourth and Main streets after Spargs fell against a glass pane and shattered a Hebberd drug store bevelled window valued around 150 dollars. Spargs paid 30 dollars to cover the aftermath and spent the night in the police station.

Louis B. Ommerberg John Spargs Fourth Main Streets Hebberd Ommerberg

Eagles to Elect Officers Friday

The Eagles lodge will hold a regular meeting at their lodge rooms Friday evening. General routine business will be taken up and the work of the present year will be closed. The election of officers will be held Friday night after the regular meeting.

Eagles

Lawyers Clash Over Right Versus Wrong In Courtroom

In a heated courtroom scene, lawyers argue over the merits of a case, with both sides insisting their interpretation is correct. The dispute centers on legal strategy and the application of precedent as the judge weighs competing perspectives.

Woman Freed on Technicality in Shoplifting Case

Mrs Net tie F Straight an elderly woman was discharged from county court by Judge Brindley after adjourning without parties consent. She faced a shoplifting charge for a child's dress valued at 75 from Park store on Nov 23. The case was heard, adjourned, and dismissed citing lack of jurisdiction. another warrant may be issued. District Attorney Bosshard and police say there is enough evidence to convict on a second count.

Brindley Nettie F. Straight Park E. C. Higbee Mrs. Straight

Unknown woman bombs governor in Moscow carriage

An unknown woman threw a bomb under Gov. Gen. Herschelmann's carriage on Moscow’s main street. The woman was fatally injured, the carriage and two horses were destroyed, and the governor escaped in jury.

Moscow Herschelmann

Bergh Piano Company Offers Deep Closing Out Sale

Startling piano sale underway at the Bergh Piano Company Corner Fourth and Day Streets incentive to buy now. Advertises cabinet grand pianos from 158 to 265 with many models priced well below regular values and claims guaranteed quality and world renowned reputation. Early callers urged to see through mammoth stock and take advantage of one price lowest.

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