Red Feather Tobacco Pushes Union Label in Minneapolis
In Adam Forschler's cigar shop Alex Cameron, a Minneapolis underground construction supervisor, praises Red Feather tobacco as union labeled and one of the best on the market. He notes its La Crosse origin and urges La Crosse workers to support fair factories and wages while commenting on local politics and city issues.
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Alex Cameron
Minneapolis-St. Paul
O. Walter Hosly
Adam Forschler
Western Tobacco Works
Cameron
Tribune
Minneapolitans
la Crosse
la Crescent
Minneapolis Trades and Labor Council
Minneapolis
Twin Cities
Northwest
All Union Wormen
Acquittal of Mr Pfister Stuns Public on Larceny Case
Judge Brazee directed a verdict of not guilty in the Pfister case, ruling the state’s evidence failed to prove larceny as bailee. The lengthy defense and public scrutiny highlight alleged public corruption tied to the 1897 98 garbage deal and a $25 000 stake holder fund.
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Pfister
Brazee
Gross
Tech
Wisconsin
Charles F. Pfister
Beahlf
Carnival Proposed to Support La Crosse AEA Team
President Elliott of the La Crosse Baseball Association seeks a carnival to fund next season. After a successful Freeport carnival netting over $2,000, the plan aims to ease local financial burdens and invite community donations for sale items. The event is slated for late February or early March.
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Elliott
la Crosse Baseball Association
Freeport
Hotel Clerk Kills Attacking Maniac in Chicago
John Bronson, a hotel clerk in Chicago, killed an apparently insane man who attacked him while defending himself. Police reported Bronson acted in self defense during the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maniac
Chicago
John Bronson
Unidentified Man Steals Water Bottles From Store
A man fled after taking an armful of mineral water bottles from a shop. He confronted the clerk who attempted to intervene, using bottles as weapons in the confrontation.
Seven Die in Fire at Red Lake Falls
Peter Martel his wife and three children perished in a fire in Red Lake Falls Minnesota. The bodies were found with Martel said to have carried the children to the kitchen before the floor collapsed and he did not survive returning for his wife.
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Red Lake Falls
Minn
Peter Martel
Martell
Fire Kills Mrs Pfarrar and Son in Chili Center Home
In Chili Center New York a house fire claimed the lives of 75 year old Mrs William Pfarrar and her 40 year old son. The blaze gutted their residence leaving authorities to investigate the cause.
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Chili Center
N. Y
William Pfarrar
Royal Chef to Feature Mother and Sleep After December
The Royal Chef company will perform the songs Mother and Sleep by Louis Seaman and Henry Greneisen after December 20. The manager praises Sleep in particular and notes the minstrels will be sung by the U C T company.
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Louis Seaman
Henry Greneisen
U. C
Ladies Souvenir Matinee At Bijou Wednesday
The Bijou hosts a ladies souvenir matinee Wednesday afternoon likely drawing La Crosse women to the popular playhouse for an afternoon program.
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Main St
la Cro
la Crosse
Love and murder mix in a windy town tale
A fragmented 1920s style text presents a dramatic scene where Paul Mahoney is shot and killed by Skaar, witnessed by Wolfe and Parsons who vow secrecy. The piece shifts to reflections on memory and social mores, ending with a moral about human flaws and friendship.
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W. F. Welfe
A. P. Parsons
Fourth and Main
O. R. Skaar
Paul Mahoney
Wolfe
Parsons
Skaar
McMillan
Palmer Livery Announces Funeral Outfits and Hearses
Palmer Livery offers funeral outfits white or black hearses pallbearers wagon and carriages for one dollar each with Sundays excepted. Clark & Clark operate the service under The Tribune’s stance for the people of La Crosse.
Rheumatic Pain Relief with Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills
S R Farmer of Detroit testifies that Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills cured his rheumatism after years of suffering. He recounts a friend from Orion Michigan who found rapid relief after trying the pills and credits a single box with lasting improvement. The ad notes the pills are sold by druggists with a guarantee and a 25 dose package for 25 cents.
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Mich
Dr. Miles
S. R. Farmer
Third St
Detroit
Miles
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Crooked Soldier Sentenced in Manila
H B Mulford a former major of the 38th Infantry has been sentenced to six years for embezzling funds from an American bank. He appeals to the supreme court. Mulford was bank manager when the institution failed in May. Examiners say he forged merchants names and stole forty thousand dollars. The bank collapsed in 1902 after his retirement from service.
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Manila
H. B Mulford
38Th Infantry
Supreme Court
Mulford
160 Acre Farm For Sale Near Coon Valley Wisconsin
Rare chance for a good 160 acre farm with 100 acres under plow and the rest timber and pasture. Two large tobacco sheds a fine barn and a good dwelling in good condition. Located 3 miles from Coon Valley and 8 miles from Westby. Address Nordel N Neprud Coon Valley Wis.
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Coon Valley
Westby
Nordel N. Neprud
Wis
New Fast Train To Los Angeles On Northwestern Line
A through daily train from Chicago to Los Angeles starts December 17 via the Chicago Union Pacific Northwestern Line and Salt Lake routes. Departs Wells Street at 10 05 p m arrives Los Angeles at 4 45 p m third day. Electric lighting, new Pullman cars including drawing room sleeping cars a breakfast and dining service. Route covers Council Bluffs Omaha Cheyenne Ogden Salt Lake City Riverside San Bernardino Pomona.
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Northwestern Line
Union Pacific
Salt Lake
Chicago
Los Angeles
Union Pacific & Northwestern
S. P
L. A
Wells Street
Pullman
Missouri River
Council Bluffs
Omaha
Cheyenne
Ogden
Salt Lake City
Utah
Nevada
Citrus Fruit
California
San Bernadino
Riverside
Pomona
New Salt Lake Road
Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets for Busy People
Ad for Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets in tablet form priced at 35 cents a box. Claims to aid indigestion live kidney issues eczema impure blood breath sluggish bowels and headaches with renewed vigor and golden health. Manufactured by Hollister Data Company Madison Wisconsin.
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Hollisters
Rocky Mountain
Ollisterr Data Company
Madison
Wis
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THE
LA Crosse Tribune
Tis
Tribune Publishing Company
Eainecimericopedy
W. V. Kidder
Gennak
Mail
Post
Payne & Young
New York City
Potter
Rquette
Connor
Lenroot
Prof
Dana
Conway
Rube
Alderman Rose
Alderman Downs
Heath
Harriman
Ryan
Mutual
Independent Lighting Company
Roosevelt
P. W. Mahoney
City Treasury
Paul
MR. Pfister
the Free Press
MR. Pfister Innocent
the Sentinel
CF Aea
And
Sleep”’ In
Royal Chef
Parker
Ne’er
Clark & Clark
Palmer Livery
the Tribune
George Powel
Batavian National Bank
Bank OF LA Crosse
U.S
U. S
Treas
Total
United States Depository
Dela Ty
State Bank of la Cross
Ofrfrickers
J. E. Wheeler
Orlando Holway
Jos
P. Gohres
Robt
B. Here
W. B. Tscharner
Wm. F. Gohres
S. J. Waite
J. H. Lightbody
Main Street
Old Telephone
McMillan Bldg
Benton
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