Murray Chosen New Foreman of the Homestead
James B. Murray was elected honorable foreman at the annual meeting of the Brotherhood of American Yeomen Homestead. Oscar Hoff named master of ceremonies and plans were announced for the Christmas celebration on December 23 with Santa Claus and a tree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Murray
Brotherhood of American Yeomen Homestead
Oscar Hoff
Walter Faber
Dan Whalen
Alma Anderson
H. A. Lee
Laura Hoff
Foreman Murray
Rowena Circle
Horticulture Group Meets at Campbell Town Hall
La Crosse County Horticulture and Agriculture association held the first of four winter meetings at Campbell town hall. The gathering served as an organizational session for the group’s winter program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Crosse County
Scott's Emulsion Promotes Blood Strength in Winter
An advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as a blood-building tonic to boost quantity and quality of blood, claiming it warms the body and wards off sickness. It advises fresh air in changing seasons and taking a spoonful after meals, urging vigilance against substitutes and citing Scott & Bowne of Bloomfield NJ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfeld, N. J
Freight refunds bring Christmas gifts to local shippers
La Crosse businessmen have received freight refunds as Christmas favors from the Ship pers' Association of the Manufacturers' and Jobbers' club. A morning statement shows $545 returned since October 1 on about 200 claims, while overcharge claims against railroads total $9239 with many still outstanding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Crosse
Shippers’ Association of the Manufacturers’ and Jobbers’ Club
Republicans, Wilson Clash Over Preparedness Plans
Washington sent word that senate Republicans would not back the preparedness program if it entered caucus. Senator Gallinger, speaking for GOP leaders, said Republicans favor defense but would withhold support if the administration moves the plan into caucus. The president pledged not to make national defense a party issue as Congress adjourned until Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
Senate
Gallinger
House
Funk Traces the Rubber From Sap to Shoes at Normal School
Arthur S. Funk, manager of the La Crosse Rubber Mills, spoke to the Science club at the normal school last night about rubber manufacturing. He traced the process from sap to finished boots and shoes, with faculty and students giving brief talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur S. Funk
la Crosse
Mrs Bertha Bishop 51 Dies After Long Illness
Mrs Bertha Bishop aged 51 died at a local hospital after a long cancer illness. Born in Cologne Germany on January 15 1864 she is survived by an invalid husband and four children George J Bishop Indianapolis Blanche Radke Rushford Isabelle and Albert Bishop La Crosse two brothers and a sister. Funeral services by Rev Father Joseph Riesterer will be held at the home of her sister Mrs William Grebner 213 North Tenth street at 830 Friday morning and at 900 from Holy Trinity church. Interment is in the Catholic cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Bishop
Joseph Riesterer
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Bishop
William Grebner
North Tenth Street
Holy Trinity Church
River and Harbor Funds Drive Opens in Washington
The annual river and harbor appropriations drive opened today with nearly a thousand delegates, led by Senator Ransdell who defended pork barrel criticisms. Redfield warned of railroad congestion without coordinated transport and urged using natural waterways and building artificial ones to meet commerce needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
National Rivers and Harbors Congress
Ransdell
Louisiana
Treasury
Redfield
Townsend
Army Engineers
Eberhart
Minneapolis
Behrman
New Orleans
Bennett
New York
Stephens
California
Edward F. Sweeney
Boston
Logan Weller Page
Public Roads Office
Secretary of Commerce
United States
Europe
Pioneer Resident Patrick Kelly Dies at 95 in South Dakota
Patrick Kelly former La Crosse resident and grandfather of County Clerk Bert Jolivette died at his Bridgewater South Dakota home aged 95. Born in Ireland he moved to America at nine and later to Sioux Falls where he ran a stagecoach line and served as justice of the peace in the frontier region. He fractured a hip in a fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Kelly
la Crosse
Bert A. Jolivette
Bridgewater
S. D
Sioux Falls
Mr. Kelly
Ireland
America
New York City
Conners, Kelly and Poley
Kelly
Justice Court
Card of Thanks for Mrs Randilla Fitch
We acknowledge our deep appreciation for the generous assistance and sympathy shown during the extended illness and at the time of our bereavement. We express gratitude for the flowers and other evidences of kindly interest. Frank W. Sisson and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randilla Fitch
Frank W. Sisson
Wanted Competent Girl for General Housework
Classified notice seeking a competent girl for general housework for Mrs. J. E. Higbee at 2223 North Losey Boulevard. Contact details provided with location in the listing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Higbee
North Losey Boulevard
London Globe Warns On Wilson Defense Program Threat
The London Globe contends that Wilson's defense buildup risks an arms surge that could threaten global stability and heighten the risk of conflict as the American Army and Navy expand.
Wilson urges congress for stronger armed forces in defense push
London papers react to President Wilson's call for increased U S military power. The Globe notes the message signals necessity for national defense while other papers praise his stance on hyphenates and caution over Europe's frightfulness. Some editors fear his silence on German methods may limit impact abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Globe
Wilson
Congress
The
Germany
Europe
Westminster Gazette
Fatherlands
Pall Mall Gazette
Roosevelt
Miss Cavell
Community thanks for support after loss of Albert Briebach
The undersigned extend heartfelt thanks to relatives and friends who aided during the death of husband and father Albert G. Briebach. Gratitude goes to those sending floral offerings and to Rev. D. C. Jones and Mrs. E. Dow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert G. Briebach
D. C. Jones
E. Dow
Communion Communion Services at First Presbyterian Church
Special Services Herald reports four evening and afternoon services at First Presbyterian to prepare for the communion next Sunday at 3 15. Congregation and prospective members are invited with women’s meeting Friday afternoon and a youth gathering Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian Church
Montfort Heads Knights of Pythias
H E Montfort was elected chan celor commander of the local Knights of Pythias lodge at last night’s meeting J E Kinder was chosen vice chancellor and L N Lehrbach prelate Other officers elected include W G Kiefer master of work J G Schweitzer keeper of records and seals G H Freisinger master of finance B A Jollivette master of exchequer E G Peabody master at arms J Rosholt inner guard J M Furstman outer guard W D Noble trustee and B C Smith representative to grand lodge
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Montfort
Knights of Pythias
J. E. Kinder
L. N. Lehrbach
W.G. Kiefer
J. G. Schweizer
G. H. Freisinger
B. A. Jollivette
E. G. Peabody
J. Rosholt
J. M. Furstman
W. D. Noble
Grand Lodge
B. C. Smith
Old Time Curler Elia Hinkson Dies in Poynette
Eli ah Hinkson 85 longtime Poynette resident dies of heart trouble. His son serves as village president. He was a veteran curler and local figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poynette
Wis
Eliah Hinkson
Your Old Watch Made New
Watch repair department offers to examine any malfunctioning timepiece and estimate the work needed to restore it to reliable, new condition. W. T. Irvine at 429 Main Street invites customers with foreign or domestic watches to seek service.
La Crosse man wins big at Sparta farmers contest
Otto Wolf of La Crosse wins sweepstake prizes totaling 25 dollars at the Sparta farmers grain and corn show held at city hall. He secures a 15 dollar prize from District Attorney T P Abel and 10 dollars from the Wisconsin Bankers association after taking five firsts two seconds and two thirds. The event drew 100 farmers and was overseen by the Wisconsin Bankers association the Wisconsin College of Agriculture and the Sparta Advancement association. The show was called the greatest grain event in Monroe county by Professor R A Moore. The Sparta common council also appeals to the Wisconsin tax commission for a hear ing to revise city valuations after county assessed 3 801 000 with suggested just valuation higher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sparta
Wis
Otto Wolf
la Crosse
Wisconsin Bankers’ Association
Wisconsin College of Agriculture
Sparta Advancement Association
Monroe County
R. A. Moore
College of Agriculture
the Tribune
Common Council
Wisconsin Tax Commission
Elroy Girl's Flight Home After Wandering Trip
The 15 year old daughter of James Wade of Elroy Wisconsin left home last Sunday claiming destitution and seeking aid from a railroad mail clerk who helped her flee. He hid her in his car and provided money to reach Sparta then Tomah before authorities intervened and she returned home saying she had had enough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elroy
Hoboes
James Wade
Wis
Norwalk
Sparta
Tomah
City Extends Tax Payment Deadlines and Boosters Meeting
City council approved extending tax payments without penalty to March first, keeping current year taxes high at 3.04 percent but easing next year. Sparta boosters gathered at the Sidney for speeches by J. F. Brown and others, while Rev. Henry Link leaves St. John's Episcopal church for Watertown with monthly services here to continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sparta
Sidney
J. F. Brown
C. L. Moor
A. B. Naset
W. O. Naset
Geo. L. Herbst
A. W. Barney
T. D. Barney
R. B
A. A. Anderson
L. R. Moore
Paul Schaller
Link
Henry Link
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Watertown
Wis
Dr. Benson
Mauston
Kilbourn
Delton
Kneeland Dies on Business Trip
David W. Kneeland, Milwaukee lumber magnate and property owner, died suddenly at his son Pearson Kneeland's home in Phillips Wisconsin. He had arrived to inspect his lumber business, grew faint from a draught and collapsed at the window.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips, Wis
David W. Kneeland
Wisconsin
Pearson Kneeland
Mr. Kneeland
Milwaukee
Stock Stolen From Cleveland Lumber Office Safe
Thieves burglarized the C. H. Foote Lumber company office in Cleveland and stole stock certificates valued at thirty thousand dollars. Police noted the lock was forced and the loss was discovered nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
C. H. Foote Lumber Company
Tony
Peruna Endorsed By Former U S Immigration Inspector
Mr. A de la Torre Jr former U S Inspector of Immigration Port of San Francisco writes from San Francisco praising Peruna as the best catarrh remedy he ever used. He says it helped him and friends and he will advocate it widely. A free booklet on staying well is offered and Peruna tablets are available for those who object to liquid medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. de la Torre, Jr
U. S
Port of San Francisco
Powell St
San Francisco
Cal
Peruna
Ford peace ship scene hints at hidden papers and protests
On the Oscar II Henry Ford's peace voyage faces scrutiny as Rev. Charles Aked and others press to see documents Schwimmer helped collect. Schwimmer declines citing confidentiality while the crew displays an international flag. An eight hundred word Ford message condemnsWilson's policy and Ellis Jones leads a critical speech. More peace party members sail aboard Frederick VIII and join delegates and reporters headed abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles P. Stewart
United Press
Cape Race
N. F
Henry Ford
Charles F. Aked
San Francisco
Mme. Rosika Schwimmer
Ford
Jenkin Lloyd Jones
Chicago
Jones
United States
New York
Biltmore Hotel
Edesel
Detroit
Idaho
Arkansas
Germany replies to Frye case note at sea safety debate
A German note on the schooner William P. Frye crisis was received in Washington. The state department would not disclose whether Germany accepts the U S view that place and safety at sea means more than open boats for survivors of submarine sinkings. The note’s text will be published in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Germany
William P. Frye
United States
State Department
Wreck Plot Foiled On Fast Train Near Unionport
In Wheeling Ohio, December 8, track walker Patrick Dougherty halted a Pennsylvania New York to St Louis flyer by spotting three tons of rails and chains across tracks near Tunnel No 7. The train with 300 passengers stopped ten feet from the obstruction. Officials suspect disgruntled workers and passengers contributed a reward for Dougherty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
W. Va
Pennsylvania
New York
St. Louis
Dougherty
Youth Drowns in White Clay Lake Near Cecil
Herman Heller five year old assistant at Shawano Abstract Co drowned in White Clay Lake four miles from Cecil. The body was recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stwano
Wis
Herman Heller
White Clay Lake
Cecil
Shawano Abstract Company
Osler on healing tuberculosis and Eckman’s alternative
Dr. Osler notes healing TB requires tissue changes in sputa and granulations. The Eckman Alternative, rich in lime salts, may aid treatment and is sold by Mariner Beyschlag and leading druggists, Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Osler
Regius
Oxford
Eckman
Geo. E. Mariner
Chas. E. Beyschlag
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
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Ethel Barrymore
Part Metro
F. J. McWilliams
Mgr
Dorothy Gish
Patia
Geo. Ovey
Armory Hall
Murray
County Society Meets
Funk
Waterways Congress
London Globe
BOLT
Special Services Herald Communion
Montfort
Knights OF
Pythias
W. T. Irvine
Main Street
Monroe
Elroy Girl
Kneeland
Aeed
Schwimmer
Frye
H. H. Frazee Presents
Edward Peple
N. Y
Dr. Osler
Rigaud
Melba
Mentmut
Awerey
WSC
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