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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1913
Page
4
In Minneapolis on December 11 John Hazempa attempted suicide by hanging after family tensions. His wife cut the rope and police arrested him for drunkenness. John Givardon, despondent, was saved from poisoning by his wife summoning a physician. Both are expected to recover.
Fifteen French soldiers were killed and twenty two wounded as a French column engaged Moors and captured the town of Aingalaka. The casualties included a captain and a lieutenant.
New York on December 11 reports fashion insiders at a show previewing spring styles from Paris. Designers display four rear extension bustles and a true tie back skirt, all featuring the hobble effect at the feet increasing the restrictive silhouette.
Arthur E. Childs president of the Columbia National Life Insurance Company urged insurers to curb rising policy loans during a speech at the seventh annual convention of the Association of life insurance presidents. He noted 1912 reserves near 3.5 billion dollars with 550 million borrowed by policyholders.
Miss Florence Sellenthin of 410 Cass street leaves for Chicago to attend the funeral of her brother Gus Sellenthin who died at his home there yesterday. The item lists various local social notices and upcoming events, including dances, lectures, and market activity with names and towns.
The regular parish meeting of St. Pauls Universalist church was held last night in the church parlors. Members decided to hold the yearly business meeting during the first week of January with a supper served on that date.
Look in the show windows for a suitable gift. The store offers price tagged items including hair brushes combs mirrors cloth brushes perfumeries fancy boxes and stationery. Also canes spectacles razors pipes and pocket knives from Chas Beyschlag Druggist at 503 Main.
Chicago drama over the forced resignation of Ella Flagg Young as superintendent unfolds as women voters in spring elections may seize the issue. Mayor Harrison expressed surprise while Dean Sumner blamed the mayor for the secret ballot decision. Jane Addams spoke to the Chicago Women’s club urging protest.
Mr Frank Haefner entertained friends on Tuesday evening for his birthday anniversary. The lively gathering featured cards and dancing with midnight refreshments. He received a smoking set as a gift, with guests including Miss Rose Will and others.
Mrs Phillipina Bayer hosted Harmonia club members and guests at Germania hall yesterday afternoon for socializing and recitations. Thirty six guests attended. Mrs Louise Michel celebrated her birthday at 1431 Cass Street this afternoon.
The Wm. McKinley Relief corps No. 108 elected officers for the coming year at the G A R hall. Elected were President Sarah Luther S V P Jessie Steinmetz J V P Sarah Calkins secretary Mabel Stanton treasurer Mabel Byrne chaplain Sarah Schaefer conductor Jennie Bailey guard Maggie Keranek assistant guard Louise Wachsmuth press correspondent Mabel Byrne musician Lulu Wachsmuth and C B posts for Julia Larsen Elizabeth Potts Virginia Phelps and Mary Quinn. Mabel Stanton was chosen delegate to the state convention in Madison in June with Lulu Wachsmuth as alternate. The group also held a card party at Mrs Bailey 1116 South Sixth street with prizes won by P Ryan Mrs Withrow Mrs H A Lee and Lulu Wachsmuth.
In Milwaukee a committee weighing a successor to Carroll G. Pearse discussed offering the Chicago reformer Ella Flagg Young the Milwaukee superintendency. A sub committee may visit Chicago to confer with her about the post.
The W B U students announce their annual Christmas banquet and ball on Friday December 19 in La Crosse. The event aims to reunite returning alumni with students and faculty with post banquet speeches and dancing to follow.
Violinists Mollenhauer to perform at the State Normal School on Wednesday evening December 7 described as among the world’s greatest since Paganini and Ernst. Audiences in every city demand encores, with Manager Moore of Rochester noting many in tears.
Immigrant arrivals at Ellis Island shattered weekly records this week as crowds filled the facility. On two days 10,000 aliens landed from across Europe, surpassing the prior single day high of 7,000, leaving many to sleep on rugs and floors due to crowding.
The Milwaukee Free Press notes the Tuesday morning wedding at Church of the Redeemer. Miss Emma Hegen and Mr. Earl Pryor exchanged vows with Rev. W. K. Frick officiating and Mrs. L Louis Allis as attendant. Best man was Mr. Robert Shutter of Chicago. The bride wore a white brocaded charmeuse gown.
Twenty states have released reports detailing wood using industries, outlining production methods, economic impact, and employment trends across the sector. The findings highlight regional strengths, market developments, and policy considerations for sustainable forestry and manufacturing.
The Friday night dance hosted by Emil Nissalke Herbert Vollbrecht and Gust Allbrecht drew a large attendance amid a very enjoyable evening. Local visits include Mrs. Tom Ossowskie in La Crosse and Dakota residents visiting relatives in Nadine and Ridge areas. Oyster supper served at Mr Ossowskie home and several residents from La Crosse La Crescent Winona and Dakota made short trips for visits and social calls.
President Wilson again suffered a cold and stayed in bed at the White House. All engagements for the day were canceled and he did not receive visitors.
An ad urges using Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a blood purifier to clear skin blemishes. It claims internal cleansing is needed, forbids lotions and cosmetics, and notes the product is available from druggists for 50 cents a box.
Sir Lionel Phillips billionaire mine owner was shot twice in Johannesburg by James Taylor. Phillips lay in serious condition after the attack, coming soon after Taylor lost a lawsuit against him.
The undersigned express heartfelt thanks to all who assisted during the bereavement in the death of Mr. P. Hellem. They thank Rev. Anderson and all who sent floral offerings. Signed by Mrs. P. Hellem, Mrs. Pp. Wold, and Mr. N. Hellem.
The ceremony featured Dutchess and Princess lace gowns and shower bouquets of lilies of the valley and sweet peas. Mrs Allis wore gold crepe trimmed with marquise lace and carried Ward roses lilies of the valley and orchids. Ushers included Robert Green of Chicago and C D Willison of Milwaukee. After a short wedding trip the couple will reside at 778 Cramer street and a wedding breakfast was hosted at 570 Juneau Place for close family and friends.
Mr. C. S. Van Auken, recently confined by a severe sciatica attack, is convalescing and will soon resume his business. Mrs. S. S. Hebberd to entertain Friday at cards. Mrs. David Austin departs tonight for Chicago to spend the holidays with her daughter Mrs. C. D. Hill.
William Welch of Brooklyn New York claims good weather caused a thirty day jail term imposed by Judge John Hrindley. Welch says he wired for a job in Minnesota woods but snow absence halted the employment, leading to the vagrancy arrest.
Thomas Berg, taken ill while dining at the Hotel Stoddard Tuesday night, was operated on yesterday for a stomach ailment and remains very low at St Francis Hospital. Hospital reports today say he rested easily after 3 am and has shown a slight improvement, though still a long shot for life.
Word from La Crosse reports the death of W. B. Lyman in Alden Iowa. He was a former life insurance man here and the editor and publisher of the Alden Times. Lyman left La Crosse about five years ago.
The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a public examination of applicants for the La Crosse Wisconsin Fire Department at City Hall at 7 30 P M on Thursday December 11 1918 Secretary L Colman issued from La Crosse Wisconsin December 0 1915
At the third men's meeting in the First Presbyterian church parlors Rev. D. C. Jones will discuss Evidences of True Conversion. A good turnout is expected tonight as interest grows and the pastor urges all interested men to attend for practical lessons in daily life application of salvation.
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