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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1912
Page
5
A widow asks why a neighbor sent away his housekeeper known for puddings. The widower jokes she made so good puddings he feared losing control of the kitchen. The remark appears in Fliegende Blatter as a light social quip about marriage and domestic skills.
A light exchange between Kitty and Fek hints at a casual luncheon mood though the dialogue remains fragmentary and lacks clear context or decisive actions.
Governor-elect Dunne of Illinois declared the state would back Joseph E. Davies of Madison for postmaster general in Wilson's cabinet. Dunne spoke with Elias M. Ammons in Chicago, while Ammons sought lines on cabinet contenders to avoid duplication among states. Davies’ long Wisconsin political career and control of the midwest campaign boosted his national profile.
Frank Stockdale told a Y M C A audience that invention cut wheat labor from five days to ten minutes, linking farm efficiency to urban growth and national wealth. He traced agriculture from Egyptian plows to the American reaper, warning civilizations fail when fields are neglected for war.
Bloodhounds traced a scent from the scene of Luella Marshall’s assault to Ew ing Park, two miles away, before Bernard Wright, an 18 year old African American man, was arrested in Trenton New Jersey.
The Eden family thanks friends for help during the illness and death of Mrs. E Eden and for floral offerings. Signed by Mr Theo Eden and children.
The Ladies Aid society of the Caledonia Street M E church will hold a picnic supper in the church parlors Monday December 9 from 5 to 8 p m. It concludes the weekly suppers that lead up to the annual bazaar and chicken pie supper.
Mrs Ruplin entertained a small group at a luncheon held yesterday afternoon at 513 North Seventh Street. Eight covers were laid with guests including Mrs J Ruplin Mrs Frey Ruplin Mrs Carl Ruplin Mrs Martin Healy Mrs John Schleiter Mrs Will Adams Miss Mary Dean and Mrs James Stevenson of Buffalo Wyoming.
Mrs W W Collins of 322 South Twenty third street was surprised by friends on Friday afternoon. Progressive 00 was played and a luncheon followed with attendees including Mesdames J D Howard C R Pieper Clara Knight Charles Merwin D S Grieg Henry Palmer Harry Merwin A A Barr Wm Wimmer J F Lier and G D Wright.
Miss Frieda Engler hosted a cheerful gathering at her home on Thursday evening with dancing and games. Refreshments were served by Miss Anna Engler and Mr Brownie Roeper as attendees included several Engler and Jaekel women and local men, all reporting a good time.
Miss Vera Chandler of 1112 South Ninth Street was surprised after school yesterday by friends. The event featured games, music, and lunch with guests Celesta Bigelow Irene Bernstadt Emma Bonadurer Martha Forbes Irene Fisher Marie Gimbert Lilian Gautsch Irene Lewis Ruby Rippe Fern Thompson Alvina Weimer Ione Wells.
Mrs James Vincent and sister Mrs McKillip head to Chicago after the death of their brother Dr David W McKillip. Mr Frank Rublee returns to Broken Bow Nebraska after funeral of his aunt Mrs Abby Brown. Mothers club of Washburn school kindergarten dept meets Wednesday afternoon at the school room.
A father tells his brother a handsome boy has arrived claiming to be his nephew. The brother rejects the claim, insisting the young man is an impostor. Also promotion for PAZO OINTMENT promises piles cure in 6 to 14 days with refund if unsuccessful.
A brief Washington Star item quotes Mr Meekton and his wife in a witty exchange about marriage. She says his nerve attracted her, while he asserts the sight of traits in him drew her to wed. The quip highlights a playful domestic moment.
Reports describe trout and other fish dying in tanks and pools from distant lightning strikes. The phenomenon highlights a surprising aquatic sensitivity to atmospheric electricity observed in several cases.
An H. Blackburns Casca Royal Pills advertisement cites claims of superior merit for constipation coated tongue bad blood stomach liver and bowel disorders. Mrs C C Ackerman of Council Bluffs Iowa endorses the remedy sold at all drug stores in 10 and 25 cents.
A witty exchange highlights Professor Smythe as charming and clever. The cartoonish remark frames him as approachable and intelligent, easing any sense of inferiority during discussion.
Buckwheat began cultivation in England in 1597 after being brought from Asia about a century earlier. The exchange notes advise against borrowing trouble, with Mott asserting he has a large stock on hand.
The remark notes political has beens and predicts Nat C. Goodwin will shed his crutch in two weeks.
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