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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
7
In Port au Prince on December 8 General Legitime is proclaimed president to succeed Nord Alexis and General Canal is credited with guiding the revolution. Alexis survived an assassination attempt during his attempt to reach the gunboat, aided by guards.
The Germania concert exhibition and dance has been moved to December 8 with Kreutz's orchestra providing music at 8 o'clock Miss Solon to perform selections. After the concert the Young ladies society will present a Spanish dancing drill followed by club exercises and a hor d oeuvres bar. Dancing continues from 10 to 1 with Turners hosting a pleasant evening for invitees. If you can't get turkey for Christmas try chicken as a lighter alternative.
La Crosse police are on the lookout after two burglars broke into C A Baenerlen hardware in Winona on Tuesday night and stole $40 in revolvers. The loot includes multiple 32 calibre and 38 calibre models from Colt Iver Johnson and American makers.
Mr H E Rogers reports winnings at two poultry shows Clinton Iowa Nov 24 27 08 two firsts and two seconds Walnut Ill Dec 14 08 one first three seconds one special value 250 and one special value 350 for best cock cockerel hen and pullet
Mrs. Anton Anderson of Westby died at the hospital yesterday afternoon after an extended illness with peritonitis. She was 37 and survived by her husband, one sister and one brother, all of Westby. Funeral services will be held Friday with interment in Coon Prairie cemetery.
The prompt warns to weigh any guidance before action due to potential consequences. It stresses caution, personal responsibility, and evaluation of risks before following recommendations. It reflects on the impact of advice on behavior and outcomes.
Wisconsin faces possible loss of nearly 1 million dollars in back taxes from railroads under the old license fee system. The Texas case on similar taxes affects Wisconsin suits, which may proceed despite the decision pending in federal court. Railroads including St Paul and Northwestern claim the state owes them about 3 million for taxes on interstate and intrastate business during the period. The St Paul line lists a claim of 1,469,748.56 and Northwestern 1,589,908.69.
Will Kinch of Belmont was killed by a train while walking home after breaking jail at Darlington. He had been held on insanity symptoms and was blinded by a snowstorm.
Wisconsin Michigan and Minnesota forestry legislation is under review at the Lake States Forestry Convention in Madison. Charles W. Garfield of Grand Rapids was elected chairman with Prof. E. M. Griffith of Wisconsin as secretary. Dean E. A. Birge delivered the welcome address in Gov. Davidson’s absence.
Students from India, England, Japan, and Namibia are enrolled in the university of Wisconsin Madison short course in agriculture this year, reflecting international interest in the program.
A home remedy claim offers Beta-Quinol with alcohol and warm water to treat dandruff and hair loss. Users are instructed to apply daily for a week then weekly, claiming the mix is superior to patent products and cheaper.
An old remedy advises a pharmacist to mix Prosene Compound one ounce, Compound Tincture of Cinchona one ounce, and Sherry Wine half a pint. Take a teaspoonful in water before meals. Claims of remarkable effects accompany the preparation.
Hundreds suffer indigestion and related symptoms from fermentation in the stomach. A 50 cent case of Pape's Diapepsin promises near immediate relief after taking one triangule, restoring digestion and appetite within minutes.
Senator La Follette announces the new name La Follette's Weekly Magazine for the Madison based publication. He will spend the holidays in Madison to personally oversee the first issue. authorities confirm the change and the planned launch.
Leo F. Zelinski of 68 Gibson St Buffalo says Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured his worst cold sore in two applications. Salve heals all sores and is sold with guarantee at O T Erhart’s drug store priced 25 cents.
Mr and Mrs Frank Visgar of Tacoma Washington announce the marriage of their daughter Martha to Perry Doidge of Portland Oregon The couple have moved to Tacoma where Doidge holds a steady job and the bride is remembered by many La Crosse area school friends.
James Shee ley seeks to have his son William held in the city jail for a day or two with the father paying the cost. The boy will stay until the father deems it enough. In Montana a former resident, James Raf ferty, was shot and a companion wounded in a quarrel. the assailant fled. John Le vitt, Illinois Central station agent at Blanchardville, was killed in the yards by a company. James Bassett of Menasha nearly drowned after falling through ice into the government canal and was rescued unconscious after a half hour struggle. In Milton Junction, farm hand robbed the Richardson home while the family attended a funeral.
May Schunard of Green Bay died from severe burns after lighting a lamp and placing it on the floor in a closet while searching for clothing in Fond du Lac Wisconsin.
Senator La Follette reintroduces his bill to safeguard the disposal of mineral lands with emphasis on coal lands, announced from Washington DC on December 10.
Sparta Wis December wedding notices highlight Miss Florence Dodge and Ernest J Servis marrying at Mrs Dr S W Stiles home with Rev F W Walker Pugh officiating. The couple plan a Chicago Grand Rapids homeward journey. Also Lena Berg wed Frank E Kowits in Portland with plans to settle in Meriett South Dakota.
Miss Florence Snead and Mr. John Hanson were married at the bride's home in Viroqua on Wednesday evening. Rev. Chas E Butters performed the ceremony with only immediate relatives present. They will set up housekeeping in the Andy Russell cottage.
The report mentions a dance and card party at their hall on Thursday evening. Mr. George Jersey of Sparta is doing business here this week. The December term of court opened Tuesday. Squire Toney has been confined to the house with a severe cold. Mr. Wm. Lewis moved his real estate office from the Gund building to the rear of J. Sidie's grocery on Decker and Main.
Court No 660 Foresters elect officers for the coming year led by Ed Favre and George Flucka with Ed McCloskey treasurer Eugene Amann and other posts. Local residents report moves visits court notices and a burglar reward of 100. Prairie du Chien ice dealers anticipate ample ice as the river freezes earlier than usual.
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