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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1912
Page
6
On December 12 on Wall Street the name of J Pierpont Morgan was said to have halted a bear raid. Rumor claimed Morgan bought 50,000 Union Pacific shares at 150 to calm the market, and whether true or not, stock values recovered sharply amid speculation and demoralized listings.
The high school orchestra and glee club will perform at the board of trade quarter-annual supper in the high school building. Domestic science girls will serve the 150 plates expected. J L Utermoehl notes current plans and attendance hopes.
A cold Fifth Street crowd waited for David Warfield tickets outside a candy store near the La Crosse theater. They built a bonfire from nearby boxes to stay warm as only a portion gained entry to the ticket board for the evening show.
The William McKinley Corps No. 108 elected a full slate for the coming year at the courthouse hall. Named officers include President Sarah Luther and Secretary Mabel Stanton among others, with a McKinley Post No 15 roster listing Commander John Wilhelm and Adjutant F H Aiken as key appointees.
Advertisers promote fall openings prompting women to drop by the storefronts. The note outlines consumer expectations and social norms attached to seasonality and shopping. It reflects a historical view on women shoppers and fashion launches.
Westby Wisconsin December 12 special report the fourth annual bazaar tied to the rebuilding of the Westby Synod church known as the Coon Prairie Lutheran church has raised two thousand dollars to replace burned furniture and furnish the edifice. The fire destroyed the church three years ago leaving only stone walls and the pipe organ valued as a state standout. The bazaar ran through December 4 and proceeds support re furnishing the structure built on the old site.
New Orleans December 12 The state pardon board received a letter from E H Farrar former president of the American Bar Association urging clemency for the man who killed Farrars son Farrar described the slayer as a product of society and said society bears responsibility for him Farrar a democratic leader in the south is a prospective attorney general in the Wilson cabinet.
Many cases of piles have been cured by a trial package of Pyramid Pile Remedy without further treatment. When it proves its value to you get more from your druggist at 50c a box and be sure you get the kind you ask for. Fill out the free coupon and mail today. Save yourself from the surgeon's knife and its bills.
Detroit, Dec 12. The federal government sues the Horseshoe Trust and related groups under the Sherman act alleging a conspiracy to restrain trade. The Master Horse Shoe Nail Protective Association and manufacturers of drilled horseshoes, adjustable casks, and rubber hoof pads are named in the suit seeking injunctions to stop limiting sales to horse shoers and barring direct sales to horse owners.
A wheat car buckled causing the wreck of Milwaukee railroad way freight No 62 two miles west of Rushford Minnesota. Several cars piled up and traffic delayed two and a half hours. No injuries reported among the crew led by Conductor Cameron and Engineer Hazleton. Train No 23 waited forty minutes.
The Norden Band held its annual meeting at the Norwegian Lutheran church and banquet at the parsonage. Officers elected for the year include President Arthur M. Larson, Secretary Russell Anderson, and Treasurer Edwin Johnson with two trustees Melvin Hoff and Emil H. Erickson. The band reports growth with many membership applications and praise for conductor Prof. E J Kreuz as the group progresses toward prominence in the city.
Professor Lewis Atherton, Sparta schools principal, resigns after a dispute with the school board over allowing a pupil to makeup missed work. Atherton had refused permission to make up work absent with parental permission, and the board overruled him before the resignation.
Daniel Joseph and Miss Ida Abraham, who eloped to Fond du Lac, were halted in their jail wedding by a warrant from Undersheriff Louis Omerberg. They later sought a marriage license at the County Clerk's office after a trial, were charged with stealing $75 from Abraham's uncle, and discharged.
San Francisco reports from December 12 show the local option amendment to the city charter defeated four to one in the Panama Pacific Exposition election. A second amendment permitting twelve hour off duty for firemen was defeated. women win eligibility for city offices by ending sex qualification in the old charter.
Madison Wis Dec 12 Sickness insurance for working men and women to be administered by the state industrial commission and correlated with the administration of the workers compensation act is among plans to be developed for presentation as a bill in the next Wisconsin legislature.
A parent quips about a boy who resists guidance saying his boast of independence may invite punishment. The remark highlights how a child’s defiance meets corrective patience.
Tonight the three La Crosse lodges join at Odd Fellows Hall on South Fourth Street for a state wide homecoming festival. The program includes speeches and a social session followed by a banquet. Visiting Odd Fellows are invited to attend.
J J DeWolf of Lewiston Montana moved four carloads of cattle after Chicago bank honored his draft for 3790 dollars. Cars were held in La Crosse for four days due to a busy cashier forgetting to confirm acceptance. Once clearance came, DeWolf resumed his journey to Lewiston with 168 head purchased in Chicago.
Miss Virginia Lewis a prima donna with "Whose Little Girl Are You" appears at the Majestic for the last half of the week. A mezzo soprano with a strong enunciation she came from the Chicago Grand Opera Co. and was lured to vaudeville for a season. She plans to study abroad this summer before returning to grand opera.
Police were notified last night of the loss of a purse belonging to Miss Archibald of Hokah Minn which contained 25 dollars. The purse was lost between Second and Third streets on Main.
Washington reports freight vessels on the Great Lakes draw large crowds of young men from Michigan Ohio Wisconsin and 11 other states to ports for sailing work. Seamen's union head warns of harsh conditions with farmer boys drawn to travel and sea life.
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