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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1907
Page
7
The burial of Lady Makayama widow of the late Emperor of Japan featured an era defining ceremony. Though not royal by blood she held a key court role and the rites included Shinto priests carrying the funeral car. Tokio suspended business and half mast flags marked the day.
Charles E. Vroman assistant general solicitor for the Milwaukee road met with Paul W. Mahoney to discuss a matter to be heard at the January circuit court term. Vroman handles Wisconsin litigation outside Milwaukee and just returned from a business trip. Two cases set for trial involve James Gaskill's wife suing the road and the La Crosse street car company for 5000 dollars each, and relatives of Mamie Nesler killed at Mill street crossing. No further action expected from the common council regarding crossing protection at that crossing.
Milwaukee Wisconsin report says Max Frank aged 15 years drank carbolic acid to end his life after a scolding from his mother. He survived the attempt and is said to be recovering.
An endorsement letter touts 1892 Pure Spun Aluminum Ware from Illinois Pure Aluminum Co. Lemont Ill as superior to enamelware for durability and safety, noting minimal weight loss after long use and claims of cancer risk from enamel. It urges buyers to demand authentic Maltese Cross branded ware.
Harvey A. Spencer, engineer, seeks 25000 damages from Albert Lea Brick and Tile Co. for an accident over a year ago when his clothing caught in a shaft coupling, crushing his right leg and requiring amputation below the hip joint. Defendant contends contributory negligence. Case set for February term.
Chicago dispatch reports Mrs Angelina Anselone was sentenced to twenty years for killing a man she says wrecked her home. She collapsed into hysterics when the verdict was announced and a new trial will be sought.
A terse remark notes that beauty can undercut a girl's charm when she reveals understanding or awareness, implying modesty enhances allure and that clever talk may spoil the impression.
A concise aphorism noting that naval critics judge reformers less than the looming figure of reform tomorrow. It blends a royal irony about authority with a forward glance at anticipated change.
San Francisco December 13 A tragedy follows the crash of the California Safe Deposit and Trust company. T Otway Sadleir manager of the West End branch blew out his brains last night locked in his office. He was heavily involved in the failure and had been greatly depressed since the bank failed.
In Houghton Michigan on December 13 a man agreed to pay a fine for carrying concealed weapons and to bear the cost of divorce, effectively settling the penalties. The action highlights a personal settlement tied to criminal and civil consequences.
Miss Ann Johnson and contortionist Doyle seek legal separation after a brief marriage. Doyle agreed to refrain from further actions while Miss Johnson, who married him on Friday under his influence, deserted him on Saturday. The case involves her efforts to secure freedom from the union and Doyle’s vow to cease harassment.
Judge Edmund Waddill named Alvah H. Martin Edward T. Lamb and William M. Geddes as receivers for the Jamestown Exposition Company. The trio includes the former director general of the exposition and two other appointees from Norfolk and Washington.
A glow from coals in a coal stove door on the Bergh building third floor near Dana Hall misled observers to think Dana Hall was on fire. Band men left the stove open, causing a bright reflection through a doorway and windows, drawing Central department attention. Box No. 27 at Fourth and Jay streets was pulled as a precaution.
Chief Clerk W B Fraser and superintendent Wilbert Irwin of the Southern Minnesota division of the Milwaukee road reported Fraser was operated upon Wednesday. The brief notice notes the procedure and the railway officials involved.
A patient underwent an appendectomy at La Crosse Hospital. Doctor Wakefield of West Salem led the operation assisted by the patient’s brother Dr Harry Fraser of Mindoro. W B Fraser is the son of the local post office inspector.
Dr. Rixey announced Mrs. Longworth underwent an appendicitis operation performed by Dr. Finney of Baltimore. At 11:25 the surgeon said the procedure was perfectly successful and her condition was satisfactory.
A terse postscript states that burn this letter is your cue to begin the conflagration yourself, implying instructions or a planned fire event tied to the document. The line frames a decisive, hazardous action with no further context.
Chicago law and order league brings first case to decide theSunday saloon fate before Judge Fake's court. A jury is expected to acquit or disagree. Fifty eight more cases await, with trials continuing until a conviction is obtained.
A remark notes that Autoist Smithson now travels with his entire family on every trip in his automobile. The joke suggests he fears harming someone by mischance if they were left behind.
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