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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
8
London reports the last remnants of a roaming gypsy band were rounded up in Sheffield. One man enlisted in the army and three others jailed for petty thefts. Scotland Yard believes the wanderers will be out of the gypsy trade for the war. Most gypsies have since joined the army or war work.
La Crosse readers report instant relief from constipation and gas using Adler-i-ka made with backthorn bark and glycerine. One spoonful is claimed to aid both lower and upper bowel and may help sour stomach and chronic stomach issues. Hoeschler Bros., druggists.
Warrants for seventy six saloonkeepers jailed for Sunday closing law violations were issued at the request of Chief Healey. Captains were ordered to arrest immediately, with several exclusive hotel managers on the list for alleged violations over six weeks.
New York editorials largely view Germany’s peace proposals as a step toward peace but not acceptable to the Allies. Analysts differ on whether the terms avert future conflict, with financiers and publicists noting mixed views and cautious optimism about a long road to any settlement.
Chicago December 14. Potato king Eugene H. Grubb says the 1916 potato crop will total 250 600 000 bushels with 127 000 000 available for consumption. At around 100 potatoes per bushel that yields about 128 potatoes per person if affordable.
Madison in mid December reports an effort to grow the maple syrup industry in Wisconsin. State chemist Harry Klucher says there is a promising opportunity for the sector within the state.
Barbara Wharton suspects danger as she keeps a secret affair with Jerome Towne a married man. The town would flare with anger if their liaison becomes public and she weighs consequences of social ruin and parental disapproval. A note hints at an escape to the city tomorrow.
Frank Gere of 2915 Sixteenth Street, Racine, a pipe fitter at Mitchell Wagon Works, credits Tanlac with rebuilding his digestion and stamina after a run down period. He reports relief from heaviness and drowsiness and says he now tackles hard work with renewed vigor. The Tanlac Man notes many people suffer subtle health issues that Tanlac can aid by restoring natural body function. Tanlac is sold at Begun's Drug Store and by other local outlets.
Society here learned of the engagement of Miss Iris Tree daughter of Sir Herbert Tree the English actor to Curtis Moffat of New York. Her presence has stirred local society during her father's engagement to a noted actor.
Fisk Rubber company announces a new branch and service station in a new building at Sixth and State. It offers a full line of automobile motorcycle and bicycle tires with free service for all owners and a complete repair department. The branch is run by H. H. Lehmann and features accessible service areas and quick tire availability for out of town dealers.
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