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La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1915

Page

12

Silk Chiffon Yardage for Party Dresses

All silk printed chiffons 40 inches wide offer dainty sheer fabric for waist or party dresses. Priced by the yard at 1.25, 1.50, and 2.00 dollars.

Wisconsin farmers institutes schedule announced for winter

The states eighty thirtieth annual series will be led by Superintendent E L Luther with veteran educators guiding sessions across Wisconsin counties. Institutes run January through March cover diverse farm topics with local and visiting experts, showing strong demand as organizers list numerous locations and dates.

Wisconsin E. L. Luther

Whys of Moves in European War

The piece argues that a broad indemnity to Germany’s foes is unlikely and that allied leaders avoid demanding general indemnities. Belgium might receive restitution, while Helfferich signals possible postwar war taxes. It warns a huge indemnity could prolong conflict and hurt both sides financially.

New York Germany Belgium Helfferich Reichstag Europe

Service firms own more than five and a half million

Madison Wis Dec 16 The value of property owned by tele graph express and sleeping car companies in Wisconsin totals 5 515 000 according to the preliminary assessment by the state tax commission Western Union Telegraph company 2 000 000 North American Telegraph 300 000 Chicago Milwaukee Lake Superior 85 000 Pullman 2 300 000 up 100 000 from 1914 Express firms Adams 60 000 American 350 000 Northern 65 000 Wells Fargo 325 000 Western 30 000 total 830 000 up 49 000 from last year

Madison Wis Telegraph Express Sleeping Car Wisconsin State Tax Commission Western Union Telegraph Company North American Telegraph Company Chicago, Milwaukee & Lake Superior Pullman Company Adams Express Company American Northern Wells Fargo Western

Worries Over Public Support Haunt Local Official

A local official’s principal concern is how long voters will endorse his leadership as scrutiny and public opinion grow louder.

Testimony in Madison case reveals east firm fear of withdrawal

In Madison the insurance hearing over workmen compensation saw Crownhart push to admit Massachusetts testimony deemed vital by executives of eastern insurers. A. Crownhart said the matter could threaten licenses for many companies, while Cleary noted the case resembles a criminal action due to penalties. Edson S. Lott of United States Casualty admitted reluctance to withdraw from the bureau, citing personal and business obligations, as he stayed to support stockholders and the company. Cleary reserved a ruling on admitting the Massachusetts testimony pending the case outcome.

Madison Wis Neal Brown Workmen's Compensation Insurance Companies Cleary Crownhart Massachusetts Harry L. Butler Insurance Edsons Lott United States Casualty Company Bureau Mary

University coed takes her own life at Madison campus

La litha M Folks of Yonkers New York, about 23, died on the university drive west of Madison after friends note heavy study. A stack of burned papers lay at her feet and an inquest was announced by Coroner Henry Hall. No further evidence emerged about the cause overnight.

Madison, Wis Lalitha M. Folks Yonkers N. Y University Drive Madison Miss Folks Henry Hall

Butcher Confesses to Tampering Scale. Gets Prison Term

Felix Ermann of New York admitted using his foot to adjust a ten ounce weight under the counter scale when confronted by Weight Commissioner Hartigan. He received a three month prison sentence. In Cleveland Ohio case students petitioned to drop Saturday tests arguing Friday night dances left them unable to take quizzes.

New York Felix Ermann Hartigan Cleveland, O Case

Women warned on wooden heels by Cleveland chiropodist

Cleveland chiropodist Mme Ellsworth warns that women who wear wooden heeled shoes risk bow legs unless they switch to sturdier footwear.

Cleveland Mme. Ellsworth

Bride recalls order under maiden name in department mix up

Mrs Fleming Johns of Macon Georgia complained about late department store deliveries and realized the purchases were ordered under her maiden name Fleta Holmes, causing the confusion.

New York Fleming Johnson Macon Fleta Holmes

Scientist Addresses Population and Reproduction

In Pittsburgh Prof. R M Johnson argued against premature death and urged marriage and larger families to strengthen the coming generation advising at least seven point nine children per couple. He spoke before the Academy of Science and Art in a discussion on social improvement.

Pittsburgh R. M. Johnson The Academy of Science and Art

Ford Peace Ship Arrives in Kirkwall En Route Home

The liner Oscar II carrying Henry Ford's peace advocates arrived at Kirkwall yesterday after storm delays. The voyage aimed for Christiania Norway, about 400 miles east, with plans likely shifted due to the weather.

London Henry Ford Kirkwell Christiania Norway

Home Remedy Promoted for Chronic Coughs and Bronchitis

Advise buying Schiffmanns New Concentrated Expectorant from Geo E Mariner's Drug Store for 2 ounces and mixing with sugar and water to make a pint of home remedy. Claims no narcotics and a money back guarantee if not satisfactory for bronchitis colds whooping cough and related ailments. One bottle lasts the family through winter.

Geo. E. Mariner Schiffmann

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