Fraternity House Fire Kills Five in Ithaca
Fire destroyed the Chi Psi house in Ithaca New York with five dead and a total loss estimated at 300000. Victims include W H Nichols QO L Schmuck A S Robinson John Rumey Esty Landrum and three local volunteer firemen. Fire also claimed James McCutcheon Jr and Clarence J Cope as injured. rescue crews pulled S W Crelle from ruins. The McAullain and Wakelin block in Holyoke faced 300000 in damages. The International Cement plant at Elizabeth Pennsylvania burned for 200000 in losses.
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Ithaca
N. Y
Chi Psi
W. H. Nichols
Chicago
QO. L. Schmuck
Pennsylvania
A. S. Robinson
John Rumey
Esty Landrum
James McCutcheon Jr
Pittsburg
Clarence J
S. W. Crelle
New Jersey
Holyoke
Mass
McAullain and Wakelin
Elizabeth
Fhre International Cement Company
Previous Confession Proved Him to be Innocent
Dayton Ohio December 7 David Curtis aged 27 was arrested after being traced by the Cincinnati Post and confessed to the assault and murder of Dana Gilman He formerly worked at National Cash Register and knew the girl She said to Coroner Kline I stood with Dana on the car and when she got off I did also I choked her to death dragging her into the commons When I found she was dead I fell upon my knees and cried He vowed never to touch a girl again Police believe Curtis insane He sticks to his statements varying with the murder details Two years ago he confessed to a crime and was proved innocent.
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Dayton, O
David Curtis
Cincinnati Post
Dana Gilman
National Cash Register Company
Kline
Dana
Curtis
Stabbed in Face by Pitchfork During Barn Work
While working about the barn Stak Butman of Decorah Prairie narrowly escaped death when hay shifts caused a pitchfork to thrust into his father Mr. Butman Sr. in the face. The tine pierced the right eye, cut an artery, and a brain injury was narrowly avoided if the tine had struck slightly differently.
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Stak Butman
Decora Prairie
Mr. Butman Sr
La Crosse Baseball Association Officers Seek Resignation After Pennants
At the annual meeting in the small council chamber the old officers and directors will ask to be relieved for at least two years. They note two pennants and turning the club toward a paying basis, and a rest is requested as new officers are elected and plans for next season are formed.
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la Crosse Baseball Association
Two Indians Hanged for Foreman Murder in Elke
Two Native Americans were executed in Carson for the murder of Fred Foreman a one legged tramp killed in Elke about a year ago. The hangings were carried out today in the local prison yard following trial and conviction.
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Scripps-McRae
Carson
Fred Foreman
Elke
Permanent injunction sought to end Pruent-Layman feud
In circuit court tomorrow Judge Fruit will hear a motion to make a temporary injunction permanent. The writ bars the Layman family from using the Puent private alleyway, the feud’s flashpoint, while Layman claim it is their only access to home.
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Brindley
la Crosse Street
Saloon Stock Seized Over Board Debt
Constable Louis Omerberg attached the saloon stock of L. C. Levitt on a writ secured by Emery Reed. Reed claims $60 due for board. Levitt fled the city recently. Justice Hunt will hear the case December 8 at 9 o clock.
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L. C. Levitt
Louis Omerberg
Emery Reed
Reed
Levitt
Justice Hunt
Robbers dynamited post office safe. cash saved
In Piper City Illinois robbers blew the post office safe this morning. The door weighed a ton and fell in a way that prevented theft of about $25,000 in cash. The bandits escaped without any loot.
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Scripps-McRae
Piper City
Walsh case set for grand jury Dec 17 in bank failures
Chicago December 7 a special federal grand jury will convene December 17 to examine evidence in the John R. Walsh case linked to the failures of Chicago National and Home Savings banks as the special examiner finishes his work.
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Chicago
Ill
Federal Grand Jury
John R. Walsh
Chicago National and Home Savings Banks
Treaty With Japan Mentioned After White House Conference
Assistant Secretary Bacon said a treaty or modification with Japan is contemplated after a White House conference with the president this morning in Washington D.C. The statement follows discussions on postwar arrangements and potential diplomatic adjustments.
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Scripps-McKee Dispatch
Washington, D.C
Bacon
White House
Japan
Pope’s Physician Lappom Dead in Rome
Dr. Lappom, physician to the Pope, died this morning in Rome, the Scrinps-McRae Dispatch reports. The death removes a longtime medical confidant to the Vatican during a period of church affairs and international relations.
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Scrinps-McRae
Rome
Lappom
Standard Questions Jurisdiction of Court
Standard attorneys argued motions to dismiss the Standard's petition in error, challenging the court of common pleas jurisdiction over the Rockefeller case and other matters. The dispute centers on the court's authority to hear the decision as to jurisdiction among the broader cases against Rockefeller and listed defendants.
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Findlay
Standard
Court of Common Pleas
Rockefeller
Starr Named VP and General Counsel at Wisconsin Central
Henry C. Starr was appointed vice president and general counsel of the Wisconsin Central in Cincinnati Ohio on December 7. The announcement confirms Starr will lead legal affairs and corporate counsel for the railroad company.
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Cincinnati
Henry C. Starr
Wisconsin Central
Weather outlook shows warmer spell with rain next
A forecast calls for milder tonight with increasing clouds and much warmer Saturday followed by rain. Temperatures range from 2 below to 24 above with a 4 mile wind.
Manufacturers and Jobbers Plan La Crosse Banquet
In La Crosse on December 26 a banquet will be held for all traveling men employed by local manufacturers and jobbers. Promoters Percy Wiggenhorn L H Martin and F W Sisson say about 300 men will attend a dinner at the Stoddard with each firm at a separate table. The cost is two dollars per plate.
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la Crosse
Percy C. Wiggenhorn
el Moro Havana Company
L. H. Martin
Martin Brothers
F. W. Sisson
Bryant-Sisson Wholesale Grocery
Stoddard
Palmer Arrested for Assault and Free Press Livery Case
John V. Palmer proprietor of Palmer's livery stable was arrested on assault and battery charges by Sherman Stone who says Palmer assaulted him Thursday morning. Palmer pleaded not guilty before Judge Brindley, case adjourned to Monday, jury trial demanded, Palmer released on recognizance. A civil suit for $1,000 was started against Palmer. Shear, alleged other assault victim, seeks a warrant this afternoon.
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John V. Palmer
Palmer
Sherman Stone
Stone
Brindley
Shear
Sign of the Crucifix at La Crosse Theater Tonight
Frank E. Long presents The Sign of the Crucifix at the La Crosse theater with magnificent costumes and special scenery. Miss Nana Sullivan leads the company and appears to great advantage. Features between acts and a ducement offer one free admission with each 30 cent seat tonight.
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Frank E. Long
la Crosse Theater
Nana Sullivan
Gunboat Wash sails Gulf coast to Mississippi and Missouri rivers
The gunboat Wash with a light draught began a cruise today along the gulf coast and up the Mississippi and Missouri rivers in a recruiting service operation based in Norfolk Virginia.
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Norfolk
Gulf Coast
Mississippi
Missouri
Local notes and visits fill town pages
The Mississippi and Black river draws are closed. Mr and Mrs Tom Devine of Portage arrived this morning. Mrs N Nelson of Bluemount is visiting daughter Mrs C J Gif ford on Rose Street. A boy born to Mr and Mrs William Peterman on George Street. Martin Bergoust visits from Bangor. Harry Callahan of Caledonia visits on the North side. No services in the German M EF church Sunday. Rev Schien assists at dedication in Tomah. Henry Marking's home at 1547 George Street quarantined for diphtheria. A witty line on memory and life closes the brief notes.
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Mississippi
Black River
Tom Devine
Portage
Tomah
Henry Marking
George Street
Colder Weather Grips La Crosse With Subzero Temp
The coldest weather of the season records a two below zero reading at the weather bureau in La Crosse. A cold wave fulfilled forecast a day after the drop from yesterday morning. Temperatures fell 27 degrees from 8 am to 6 am with northerly winds and rain possible as warmer weather is expected tomorrow.
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la Crosse
Weather Bureau
Oberholzer
Ircerieen
Blizzard Sweeps Northwest Halting Communications
A blizzard moves through the northwest causing very low temperatures and sparse communication as conditions suspend normal activity.
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Minneapolis
Minn
La Crosse Wins 1908 Saengerfest Convention
John Malin announces La Crosse will host the 1908 saengerfest of the Northwestern Saenger Bund. The executive committee meets on Dec 16 to plan, with soliciting committees to meet visitors. About 25000 dollars is expected to be subscribed.
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John Malin
Frohsian Singing Society
Norwestern Saengerbund
la Crosse
George Kieck
Bund
Trusteeship in Bussell Estate Under Scrutiny by Judge
Arguments to terminate the trusteeship in the Winthrop C. Bussell estate are heard by Judge Fruit in a suit brought by Herbert E. Bussell against George A. Wright. Trusteeship continues to 1920 per the will, plaintiff seeking discontinuation due to few minor remaining matters.
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Winthrop C. Bussell
Judge Fruit
George A. Wright
Herbert E. Bussell
Exhumation Ordered for Four Veisal Children and Mother
A Chicago court ordered the exhumation of the Veisal family bodies to seek murder evidence. The oldest child Anna, 12, who died on Thanksgiving, will be examined first. Police report that hypnotist Billick and counsel have past San Francisco ties and that Mrs Veisal confessed Billick gave her husband and daughter medicine before death.
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Scripps-McRae Dispatch
Chicago
Vrseal
Anna
Billick
San Francisco
Four Jurors In Sussman Trial In Minnesota
Four more jurors were secured in Hennepin county district court Minneapolis for the trial of Henry Sussman accused of murdering his 19 year old wife in a Glenwood hotel room on September 27. It is hoped the jury will be completed today as attorneys scrutinize jurors for prejudice amid widespread public interest and prior reports of the killing arrest and alleged confession.
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Hennepin County District Court
Minneapolis
Henry Sussman
Glenwood
Deputy regis Nelson to visit sister at Northwestern
Miss Klaudia Nelson deputy registrar of deeds departs tonight for Chicago to visit her sister Miss Agnes Nelson a Northwestern University student in Evanston Illinois.
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Klaudia Nelson
Tomorrow Night Ends Tribune Contest in La Crosse
The Tribune contest nears its end with 38 hours left as ballots close at 10 p m tomorrow. Final counting begins after the last box opens and results appear as soon as accurate. Candidates are urged to bring promised subscriptions to the Tribune office to secure votes and avoid last minute rush.
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Wisconsin
la Crosse
the Tribune
Tribune
Five Die in Greenville Race Riot as Martial Law Declared
In Greenville Mississippi a race riot erupted with five men killed. The town is under martial law as troops have been called out. Black and white residents clashed using firearms and other weapons amid extreme excitement.
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Greenville
Miss
Evangelical Group Highlights Personal Evangelism Message
Last night a meeting on the ongoing evangelistic crusade featured Evangelist Biederwolf. He urged active personal work, warned of hell’s reality, and criticized modern materialism as dulling Christian care for souls.
Rats Gnaw Sewer at Fire Dept Station
Rats gnawed through the drain pipe at the central fire station causing a leak. A lead piece about half a dollar in size was removed, letting drippings reach the ground floor. Public works began repairs this afternoon as firemen note rats gather at the station after feeding at the nearby club.
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Board of Public Works
Stodadrdand Club
Baby Dave the Half Witted Newsboy Detective
A Dayton boy nicknamed Baby Dave is known as a half witted newsboy who imagines himself a great detective, a persona many doubt but he persists in his self styled investigations.
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Dayton, O
Curtis
Dave
Burns wins La Crosse sheriff race with campaign spend
C J Burns, the successful sheriff candidate, spent 471.50 to win over voters in La Crosse County. The campaign expense report has been filed with the register of deeds. Harry Palmer, Otto Bosshard, County Clerk Rawlinson, and W J Fries are noted in the filing with various amounts reported.
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C.J. Burns
la Crosse County
Pease
Register of Deeds
Harry Palmer
Otto Bosshard
Rawlinson
W. J. Fries
Ransdall Elected President of Rivers and Harbors Congress
Representative Ransdall was chosen president of the rivers and harbors congress at Washington. The convention adopted a resolution urging Congress to provide 50 million dollars to improve waterways. Delegates later met with President Roosevelt as Frances was named chair of the eight-member committee to present resolutions to the president and both houses.
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Scripps-McRae
Washington, D. C
Ransdall
Rivers and Harbors Congress
Congress
Roosevelt
Frances
Committee of Eighten
Freeburg Miller Dies at 61 in Minnesota
Joseph Martin Graf miller of Freeburg Minnesota died at St. Francis hospital this morning after a three week illness. A clogged blood vessel in the heart and pneumonia caused the death. He was 61 and survived by a widow and six children.
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Joseph Martin Graf
Freeburg
Minn
St. Francis Hospital
Mr. Graf
Tampa Gems at Dave Bailey
Sports card notes mention Tampa team rivals and a game at 112 Main Street featuring Dave Bailey as host.
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Tampa Gems
Dave Bailey
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Walsh
Pope
Starr
Bund Committee
Sussman
Evangelical Organization Done
Evangelist Biederwolf
Ikes
Mr. Biederwolf
Jesus
Hell
Fire Dept
Burns
Ransdall Heads River Congress
Freeburg Miller
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