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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1909
Page
2
In Sydney Nova Scotia December 18 a new bill imposes one year imprisonment for anyone who foments labor troubles or assists in such discord leading to a strike or lockout. The measure cleared the legislature as part of labour discipline.
The Senate adopted the concurrent resolution already approved by the House setting the holiday recess from December 21 to January 4.
Local car enthusiasts discuss the speed trials at the Indianapolis motor speedway where four world records and several American marks were set despite frigid conditions. John Aitken lifted world records for stock chassis across twenty miles and 450 to 600 cubic inches, Walter Christie set a quarter mile mark, Metzinger posted a 160 cubic inch class record, and Louis Strang beat a mile record. Cold caused lubrication and brake issues. today’s trials were cancelled, but Strang and Christie plan further attempts up to five miles.
If troubled with indigestion and lacking appetite or feeling bilious, Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets are recommended. The product is said to invigorate the stomach and liver and strengthen digestion, leaving you pleased with the result.
Chicago reports George Stovall first baseman of the Cleveland Americans will probably become a Chicago White Sox player next season. President Comiskey declined to name the trade partner besides ruling out Parent, noting Cleveland seeks a different player. Comiskey expressed optimism about a deal if satisfied with an alternative to Parent.
Four games were played yesterday in the Bodega Annex billiards tournament. The day featured steady play as local players competed for advancement and bragging rights in the ongoing event.
Memphis dispatch reports former middleweight champion Tommy Ryan expects Jeffries to defeat Johnson. Ryan, who helped invent Jeffries crouch stance, believes the tactic would surprise the public if Jeffries prevails, citing past scientific points in championship days.
Bowlers met at Hunt's alleys and decided to send teams to the St Paul International Congress tournaments in February. La Crosse will enter five man and three man events, with F Growbowsky and Nick Bartel in doubles.
Miss Lillian Zeller daughter of J W Zeller a former police official of Sanborn avenue and Fer ris Institute graduate who left six years ago for Chicago where she found employment is recalled in Big Rapids.
Chicago reports Minnesota may be dropped from the Big Eight football schedule if the Gophers honor a Michigan game while the Wolverines are out of the conference. Midway athletic officials question Minnesota action and will decide at next week's Western conference session whether Michigan is readmitted.
J Paterson of Seabiden Iowa testifies to a severe winter lung cold. He tried several advertised cough medicines and two doctors with no relief before a friend recommended Foley's Honey and Tar. After using two thirds of a bottle, he reports complete improvement and calls it the greatest cough and lung medicine in the world.
James L. Davenport, named new pension commissioner, plans to hire by merit after giving all staffers a chance to prove themselves. He values an 80 year old veteran in the bureau and seeks to reorganize with capable men and women. Davenport, born 1845 in Hinsdale New York, has long served in the pension service and lives on Wayne Avenue.
An old remedy returns to fashion as sage tea mixed with sulphur is sold as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur. Daily use promises to restore hair color, prevent shedding, and promote growth. Sold by druggists for 50 cents or 1 dollar, or direct from Wyeth Chemical Co. O. T. Erhart recommends it.
The Brotherhood of American Yeomen assign their Thursday December 23 gathering to Santa Claus who will appear at the hall for Yeomen children and attendees.
A Rowena Circle Brotherhood of American Yeomen card party drew 150 attendees with 32 tables of cinch, prizes won by Mesdames Rosberg Boseman Berndt and Henry Drake, plus dancing. The Circle plans a Dec 28 card party and Dec 21 meeting, with an open installation and moving picture show on Jan 11, followed by refreshments.
A moral maxim advising that a woman unable to sway a man's better nature is wiser to release the relationship and pursue her own path. The admonition emphasizes personal integrity and prudent separation.
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