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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
4
A fragment praises Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a world leading product and claims it demonstrates the great good in diverse uses, though readable text is partial and unclear about context or events.
Bay Wisconsin December 17 Joseph Verneyen an engineer in charge of a hoisting machine at the Rabbel Machine Company foundry was fatally burned when a steam blast from a faulty cock on the engine struck his face and chest. He died at the hospital after an ambulance rushed him there.
The Knights of Columbus plan a grand ball at Germania hall on December 30, adding a notable social event to the season. The event is expected to attract members and guests for an evening of formal celebration.
A La Crosse crew hauled several thousand pounds of fish before a heavy strain caused Mr. Granke’s 500 foot long 18 foot high seine to break, letting the catch escape. The loss is about $300, with carp and buffalo among the profitable species and the large net described as the area’s biggest.
A newspaper report discusses neutralizing mixtures as superior to pepsin for chronic indigestion. It explains pepsin works only in acid stomachs and mainly on proteins, while neutralizing agents reduce stomach acidity, halt intestinal fermentation, and boost digestion. A home formula using sodium phosphate, essence of peppermint, and baking soda is provided, claiming relief within minutes and cure in two to three weeks.
A switch engine and foreman stopped to save a well dressed man found asleep on the tracks near the Cargill elevator. The man, intoxicated and injured, could not be identified but had traveled from Caledonia to Hastings. He was placed on morning train No 1 for Minneapolis.
Mrs. A. C. Williams of Backy recounts a graveyard cough that plagued her for three years. After using Dr King’s New Discovery prescribed by her husband, she regained health, gained 58 pounds, and says the medicine holds the world’s healing record for coughs and lung ailments. Sold with guarantee at O T Erhart's drug store during 50 cent and one dollar sizes, trial bottle free.
A box car overturned in the Milwaukee yards near Elevator B after a switch point sprung while a string of cars passed. The wrecking crew faced delays as chains broke during removal. Eastbound tracks were blocked, forcing three morning passenger trains to use west bound rails until repairs finished by 7 this morning.
Local notices report several residents traveling or visiting, including Mr and Mrs David Weida en route to Minneapolis for a few days with friends. Mrs F Groth has recovered enough to move about from confinement. Others visit relatives, attend church meetings, or report recoveries from illness as community life continues.
Terah, king of Ethiopia, commands an army estimated at one million soldiers and three hundred chariots of war in a vast military buildup.
Preliminary plans were made for the inauguration of Gov. Davidson and state officials. A committee meeting in the governor's office outlined a procession to the capitol and inauguration likely at the supreme courtroom with Chief Justice Winslow administering the oath. Afternoon receptions followed by an inaugural ball at the university gymnasium.
Mariette Wis Dec 17 Mrs William H George third daughter of Senator Isaac Stephenson died yesterday afternoon. Stricken with paralysis a week ago in Milwaukee she had been frail for years. Her father arrived from Washington Tuesday and stayed at her bedside almost constantly. She remained conscious nearly to the end and spoke with her father. Funeral planned for Saturday at 2 pm at St Pauls Episcopal Church with Rev Frederick Penfold presiding.
For Cutters Spring Sleighs and Bob Sleds at the right price see La Crosse Plow Co. This brief notice highlights affordable winter equipment including cutters sleighs and bob sleds available from the La Crosse Plow Company.
A personal appeal urges talking to readers about Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble. It claims the product has forty years of cures and warns against unknown preparations that may contain harmful drugs. From O. T. Erhart.
In Fond du Lac Wisconsin on December 17 Miss Edith Cleveland married Rev Ellsworth B Collier rector of Kaukauna Episcopal church. Canon F A Sanborn of St Pauls cathedral officiated at the bride's home with a small circle of relatives present.
A short reflection notes that staying with friends is simpler than residing with them, suggesting social visits offer more ease and flexibility than cohabitation. It emphasizes comfort, boundaries, and practical compatibility in close living arrangements.
Ashland reports a large fire destroying a Omaha roundhouse and two locomotives requiring heavy repairs. Baldwin notes L G Wood endorsed for state superintendent. Eau Claire says the west wing of the capitol will be finished by January legislature. Janesville reports a $1000 purse awarded by Northwestern conductors to J J Dulin. Janesville quail cases and hunting license fines. Milton Junction considers a pardon for Bill Fiddler. Madison appoints John D Jones editor in chief of Spectator. Manitowoc milkman loses arm in feed cutter accident.
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