Beggar Arrested as Sling Shot Found on Street Case
City news reports Contable L B Omerberg arrested a beggar who gave the name George Richards from La Salle. A sling shot was found during search. The man claimed to earn a living through begging. Changes name Tisch Brothers to La Crosse Cigar Box company amid bankruptcy of William Tisch. Bids for La Crosse Normal School construction to be advertised December 17 with contract let in January. City clerk vault articles removed to start installing steel fixtures. Belva Holst and Conrad Ryan engagement rumor denied as without foundation.
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Contable
L. B. Omerberg Yeserday
George Richards
la Salle
Omerberg
Tisch Brothers Company
la Crosse Cigar Box Company
William Tisch
Tisch
la Crosse Normal School
State Board of Regents
Regents
Mss
Belva Holst
Conrad Ryan
Canton
Minn
Doctor Promises Change as Patient Rebukes Wife
A physician declares he will make a new man of the patient but the latter retorts that his wife already prides herself on being a new woman, and that suffices for their household.
Grape-Nuts Claims Boosts From Meat-Less Diet
A testimonial from readers asserts that switching from heavy meat in daily diets to Grape-Nuts improves digestion and increases weight. The letter cites a Illinois man who gained from 95 to 125 pounds and his wife who added 40 pounds, plus a 68-year-old neighbor who ended years of indigestion. It promotes Postum and the booklet The Road to Wellville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postume
Battle Creek
Mich
Ellville
Empress Alexandra Stricken With High Fever
Empress Alexandra of Russia, long plagued by influenza, has fallen to a high fever and remains confined to bed. Her recent weight reduction regime is blamed for the illness as court doctors convene multiple consultations and she withdraws from a major St. George fete. Her condition is described as very poor and potentially critical.
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ST. Petersburg
Alexandra
Russia
St. George
Had Confidence in Him
A brief courtroom exchange captures a defendant sworn to tell the truth and whispering to a friend that he fears exposure. The friend reassures him that honesty is required, arguing not to worry about possible consequences. The scene, recounted in the Atlanta Constitution style, conveys tension and moral accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Jim
Atlanta Constitution
Petition to Heaven vs Dispatching a Prescription
A concise line explores the contrast between sending a petition to heaven and issuing a medical prescription, highlighting differing aims, rituals, and authorities involved in seeking aid versus obtaining treatment.
Chicken Pie Supper Planned by First M. E. Church
The men of the First M. E. church host a chicken pie supper tonight in the church social hall. A reorganization of the club is planned on slightly different lines, and a large attendance is hoped for. A program of interest and a social time are planned.
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M. E
Mrs Elsa Thomas Visits Arthur Thomas For Piano Recital
Mrs Elsa Thomas of Chicago arrived unexpectedly to visit her son Prof Arthur Thomas through Saturday. Eugene Thomas also attends to assist his brother in a two piano recital at Germania hall this evening.
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Elsa Thomas
Chicago
City
Arthur Thomas
Eugene Thomas
Germania Hall
Helen Burton Williams to Leave La Crosse High School
Mrs Helen Burton Williams, longtime La Crosse high school teacher known for her special history course, departs December 14 to move with her husband to Panama where he serves as chief disbursing agent for the Panama Canal project. He previously rose from West Salem to a Washington appointment under President Roosevelt.
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Helen Burton Williams
la Crosse
Panama
United States
Panama Canal
Williams
West Salem
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Helen Burton
la Crosse High School
Birthday Party Held Last Tuesday at Mrs Turner’s
A pleasant party was hosted Tuesday evening at Mrs Helen Turner’s Cass street home in honor of her birthday. The Wm McKinley Relief Corps ladies and friends provided entertainment with card games. Prizes went to Mr. and Mrs Henry Gleason, while Mrs Henrietta Mannstedt and Mr J W Volz won consolation prizes. A three course repast followed at 11 o’clock. The hostess received a rug from the McKinley Relief Corps and a lunch cloth from young married friends. Guests included Mrs Helen Withrow, Mrs Henrietta Mannstedt, Mrs Sarah Calkins, Mrs Sarah Luther, Mrs Katherine Langdon, Mrs Louise Wachsmuth, Mrs Kish, Mrs Schafer, Mrs Theresa Kempl, Mrs Helen Turner, Mrs Minnie Schall, Mrs Massrs Ernest Swanson and Gardner Wthrow, Mr and Mrs Henry Gleason, Mr J C Calloway, Mr E J Gautsch, Mr J W Volz, Miss Lulu Wachsmuth, Miss Bertha Loglan, Miss Alta Hemphill, Miss Marie Zimmerling and Mr Gleason.
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Helen Turner
Cass Street
Wm. McKinley Relief Corps
Henry Gleason
Henrietta Mannstadt
J. W. Volz
McKinley Relief Corps
Helen Withrow
Henrietta Mannstedt
Sarah Calkins
Sarah Luther
Katherine Langdon
Louise Wachsmuth
Kish
Schafer
Theresa Kempl
Minnie Schall
Ernest Swanson
Gardner W.throw
Henry Glea
Council to Take Up Chief's Salary
The common council will meet this evening to consider the police and fire commission report on maintaining the chief's salary or reasons for reduction. The railroad crossings ordinance nears final reading, with no new resolutions expected for Mill Street crossing protection. A bridges committee meeting comprising Aldermen Grover Muenzenberger and Rose is set just before the session at 7 o'clock. the council meets at 7:30.
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Common Council
Police and Fire Commission
Mill Street
Committee On Bridges
Grover, Muenzenberger
Rose
Dissolution of Cohen and Lambert Partnership
The partnership existing under the firm name of Drs. Cohen and Lambert is dissolved by mutual consent. All liabilities will be paid by Dr. I N Cohen and all outstanding accounts to be paid to Dr. Cohen. Signed I N Cohen and Wm Lambert. Dated La Crosse Wisconsin December 11 1907.
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Drs
Personal notices from La Crosse area social scene
William Knox returns from La Crescent. Mrs. Higbee visits Viroqua. Saengerfest cigar promoted by John Dengler. A benefit dance for Rudolph Rank family at Armory Hall on Dec 14 1907. Various locals, including doctors, business visitors, and guests, are noted. Beutler's Cash Store advertises Christmas trees. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea promotes digestion and vitality. Merchants' Restaurant offers 21 meals for 3.00.
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Pfund
William Knox
la Crescent
E. C. Higbee
Viroqua
John Dengler
John A. Elliot
Galesville
E. J. Kuen
Bangor
George Powell
M. Beast, Jr
A. S. Morgan
Winona
Nels Thompson
F. Steutzel
Wabasha
M. Laine
Black River Falls
Masonic Temple
J. E. Shrill
Alpine
S. D
Arctic Ice & Fuel Co
Anna Cole
Red Wing
Young’s Owl Drug Store
Earl Fix
Waukesha
Cr. S. Kelley
Duluth
F. A. Best
Baraboo
F. O. Chase
la Crosse
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
W. Church
Eau Claire
W. E. Atwater
Waterloo
Arcadia
Restauant
Main Street
E. E. Kelly
J. A. O. Keeke
Mineral Point
F. I. Crandall
South Seventh
T. H. Kirk
Cedar Falls
Call 'S
Love as Core Tenet in Religion Cited
A concise meditation argues that love is both the opening and closing term in religious discourse, shaping belief, practice, and ethical conduct across traditions. The author emphasizes love as universal motive guiding worship, service, and communal harmony.
Carrol Court C C F Elects Officers for 1908
The Carrol Court of the Catholic Order of Foresters held its regular annual election at Travelers' hall in the city. Officers elected for 1908 include Past Chief Ranger Joseph Boscher and Chief Ranger John F. Doherty with a list of other named officers and trustees. Installation is scheduled for January 8 with appointive officers to be named later.
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Carrol Court of the
Catholic Order of Foresters
Travelers’ Hall
Main
Fifth Streets
Joseph Boscher
John F. Doherty
Joseph M. Lavaque
Frank G. Roth
S. J. Dennigan
Peter J. Bott
Gustav A. Kellar
John Schneeberger
F. J. Malin
Card of Thanks for support during illness and death
The undersigned express gratitude to friends and neighbors for assistance during the illness and death of their husband and father. They thank Rev. Gamm the Third Ward Aid and those who sent floral offerings.
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Gamm
Third Ward
Toland's Night School Offers Winter Session
Learn to write with instruction in penmanship over three months at three lessons weekly for six dollars. Winter term starts January 6 and the school promises several weeks of extra instruction free to students who enroll now. A Rochester dentist tale from Harper's Weekly about a Dutchess County man and gas anesthesia ends with a humorous line about counting money before paying.
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Toland
Rochester
Dutchess County
Dutchess
Harper’s Weekly
Frank Schuman and His Wonderful Sun Light Motor
Frank Schuman unveils a practical solar engine tested in Philadelphia. A wooden 18 by 60 foot sun box with double glass and black iron pipes filled with ether drives a nearby engine via a closed circuit. Schuman believes his solar motor will soon be adopted by industrial firms.
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Frank Schuman
Schuman
Tacony
Philadelphia
If I Might Be Miss Gladys Lee Poem by Daisy Rinehart
Daisy Rinehart in New Orleans Times Democrat presents a verse titled If I Might Be Miss Gladys Lee. The poem contrasts imagined luxury and beauty with a spouse who wants a wife to scrub and cook, reflecting social norms and personal longing. The speaker muses on glamorous fantasies and modest realities within domestic life.
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Gladys Lee
Miss Gladys Lee
Jim Toby
Daisy Rinehart
New Orleans Times Democrat
Hidden happiness in wealth's deceptive shine study
A reflective line notes that as a person grows richer, he more easily fabricates memories of greater happiness from times of poverty. It suggests wealth distorts the memory of prior contentment and questions the reliability of self reported well being across financial gain. The idea contrasts material wealth with genuine happiness.
Quote on Seizing Opportunities in Quiet Moments
A proverb advises that when one good chance passes, stay calm and wait for the next opportunity. It emphasizes patience and readiness to act when a favorable moment returns.
Silent Hearts and a Note on a Pound
A terse line remarks that any sensible word to a £1 would fail to prove you have a heart. It conveys a witty, perhaps sardonic view on money and sincerity. The fragment hints at social sentiment without detailing events or people.
Flattering Line Echoes Church Visit Hint
A fragment notes one method to flatter a woman by saying you never liked to go to church until you know her. The line reflects social charm advice and dating rhetoric from a historical voice. It reads as a personal quip rather than a formal event or citation.
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Nebner
N.S. Bottling Works
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Pryor
Main St
Empress Alexandria
T Society
MR. and
Mrs. Williams
Council
Gateway City
W. A. Todd
Lansing
M. McGillis
Norwalk
Jack Frost
C. Olstead
Preston
T. T. McAdams
William B. Naylor
Sparta
Irvine'sry
Irvine’s
Tiffany
Arch
Ancy
Doerflinger
2 .O
Svisio
California
Batavia
Puritan
Heinz
Batavia Brand
Social
Batavie
Eapple, Ole
Carrol Court, C. C. F
MRS. Sill & Family
the Mariner
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