Local notices and city updates on residents and events
North side residents receive wiring by Electric Supply and Construction Co. Notes on visits by Cascade Locks guest John Dunlap and Trempealeau visitor Miss Josie James. Edgell death described as self inflicted amid unclear timing. investigations continue.
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North Side
Electric Supply & Construction Company
Main Strete
C. F. Figgie
Rose Street
John Dunlap
Cascade Locks
Ore
Charles Granke
Hamilton, Mont
Caroline Granke
Caledonia Street
Josie James
Trempealeau
John Hanson Sr
Lutheran Hospital
D. Cunningham
Chicago
Burlington Road
James Peterson
Gerald
Milwaukee
M. J. Sullivan
Mill Street
George
Kingsley
Death of Mr Edgell Linked to Cold Numbness
Chas Beyschlag Druggist notes numbness in hands and extremities but attributes it to cold. Edgell, about 40, faced poverty rumors, no heavy drinking, sociable with friends and theater visits. Survived by parents and a sister, lived at 1419 Caledonia. quartermaster sergeant of Company B, cashier at La Crosse Plow Co. Funeral Monday at 2:30 from Caledonia address with Masons and Company B attendance.
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The
Tribune
Byrne
Stafford
Ash
Edgell
Mr. Turnbull
Turnbull
Frank Williams
Hotel la Crosse
Mr. Edgell
John Flowers
Caledonia Street
Flowers
la Crosse
J. B. Turnbull
County Board of Supervisors
Masons
NOVENT Petticoats Promoted At Reitzel’s Christmas Sale
Advertises the NO VENT petticoats at Reitzel's with claims of perfect fit and no strings. Also mentions related gifts, studio photo specials, Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea, and various local shops for Christmas purchases.
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Reitzel’s
Gateway City Transfer
Tribune
Ladies’ Home Journal
George Powell
Knutesen
A. O. Colby
I&th
Kleist
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
C. H. Williams
Wisconsin Light & Power Company
la Crosse
Montana
L. F. Easton
Will Powell
Asi
S. Boma
South Third
For Salting High-Grade Piano Sale
High grade piano offered cheap as owner leaves city. Contact 510 King Street for details.
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King Street
Maiden Lady's Hoped Steps Down Shady Slope
A fragmentary poem note recalls a maiden lady who, though never kissed, remains alive in hopeful memory as her steps unfold along a shaded incline.
Watering the Oyster Dealers Shortchanged Buyers
The piece explains Chicago oyster dealers were arrested for watering oysters, adding extra water to increase weight. It notes customers would object, comparing it to buying church stews with no religion, and clarifies the practice was simply diluting contents to milk more money from Sunday buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Humane
A Man Seeks Cheer as Payday Arrives Monthly
A lighthearted exchange notes a man should try to cheer up weekly while his job offers pay only once a month, highlighting the contrast between weekly mood and monthly salary.
Too Slow The Rich Trade Chaises For Gasoline Express
The affluent abandon carriages in favor of rapid gasoline powered travel. They now opt for speed and convenience, favoring motorized transport over traditional horse drawn chaises.
Courting Heiress Turns Into Throw Down
A witty remark follows a social misread as a man realizes his pursuit of an heiress shifts from romance to a public clash. The quip frames a turn from courtship to confrontation in a humorous cultural moment.
Man of the House Sought In Domestic Brief Exchange
A tersely quoted exchange shows a caller seeking the man of the house while the respondent mentions his wife is out, hinting at a domestic or household incident or inquiry.
Jolly Bunch Card Club Meets at John Meier’s
The Jolly Bunch Card and met this week at John Meiers on North Sixth Street. A prize was awarded to Mr. Meier and Mrs. Charles Close. Miss Bessi Dose and George Hass won the jean prize. After a luncheon the group danced, and Mrs. George Adams will host the next gathering at her North Eleventh Street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jolly Bunch
John Meiers
North Sixth Street
Vv Aas
Meie
Charles Close
Jean
Bessi Dose
George Hass
George Adams
North Eleventh Street
Caledonia Street Methodist Women Host Evening Entertainment
The ladies of Caledonia Street Methodist Episcopal church will present an entertainment this evening at the church. The event promises local performances and community fellowship as residents gather for an uplifting program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Powell
Kleist
Erhart’s
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Blume’s
Bijou
A. Ruhoff
South Seventh Street
West Avenue Methodist Church
W. W. Hurd
Biederwolf Union
C. J. Young
Caledonia Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Mrs H Morison Honored Before Departure To Eau Claire
A church parlor gathering honors Mrs H Morison who plans to move to Eau Claire with her daughter Mrs Charles Crosby. She will receive a handsome hymnal from the Ladies Aid and church board members. The item appears in a local social note alongside playful ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Morison
Eau Claire
Charles Crosby
Ladies’ Aid Society
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North Side Briefs
Mr. Williams
John Williams
Ben Starch
Mrs Edgell
Carl Murphy
L. Kennedy
J. Calloway
Schute
Gray
Chas. Beyschlag
Main St
John C. Burns
Fruit House
City News
Main Street
FE. E. Kelley
Adam
Eden’s Garden
Primamoo UN Us Ss
From
Irwine
American Republic
Nelson
Alice W. Wheeler
Erhart
Red Cross Drug Stores
Fred'heil Shoe CO
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