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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1909
Page
9
Chicago dispatch notes a new bread law requiring every loaf sold in Chicago to weigh one pound with weight stamped on it. City Sealer Kjelander leads deputies to instruct bakers on compliance after the supreme court upholds the ordinance.
Readers are told that Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure catarrh in all stages as a constitutional disease. The makers offer one hundred dollars for any case not cured and urge sending for testimonials while promoting additional pills for constipation.
The remark notes women gain satisfaction from pitying someone while self-satisfaction resembles conceit seen in others. It contrasts empathetic restraint with vanity, suggesting social judgments shape reactions and affect sentiment.
Wino na reports the La Crosse steamer may leave the La Crosse Wabasha route next season due to Captain Wilcox illness. The trade has linked the La Crosse with the Rea at Wabasha for daylight two day trips to St Paul. Captain Wilcox’s illness prompts talk of Red Wing purchase. his son Frank says La Crosse will not quit and may stay in service with sons taking charge if needed.
James A. Buchanan of Buchanan Stutsman county announces candidacy for the June primaries to succeed Governor John Burke. He says he seeks party control by the people and a square deal for all, with his full platform to follow.
Fergus Falls Minnesota December 23 Frank Robbenstein who disappeared a few days ago is believed to have perished on the prairie. He left the city Wednesday evening and walked from Foxhome fifteen miles west to his home three miles distant. A storm rages as searchers scour the treeless flat for any trace of him.
Kash Fitzgerald, a longtime switchman at the South St. Paul yards, was crushed to death near the roundhouse when he tried to crawl between moving cars. He slipped and was rolled under a car, leaving a wife and child at the Maple Leaf hotel. He was about 35 and had recently returned to work after a brief strike absence.
Waterloo Iowa December 23 Aaron Evans civil war veteran and former prominent farmer was decapitated while driving across Rock Island railroad tracks near Marble Rock officials report the tragedy occurred as the car neared the crossing Stone remained unidentified at this time contact sources indicate Evans long noted in local farming circles.
Superior Wis December 23 The state case against ex County Board Chairman E D Phelps goes to the supreme court after Judge Vinje denied defense motions. Attorneys have until January 3 to prepare for further action as Phelps remains in sheriff custody following a forged county order conviction.
John McCluskey age 19 died at home after a horse kicked him in the stomach at a Winter Wisconsin lumber camp on Tuesday. Medical help arrived too late to save him.
Chicago on December 23 reports a shift from a saloon rule barring Christmas presents last year to a new sign promising gifts this year. The Liquor Dealers Protective association previously forbade presents, impacting holiday business as saloon trade faltered amid restrictions.
The association revived the traditional practice noting that the strict policy had failed.
Dublin dispatch reports that while nationalists back Liberal support after Asquith’s partial home rule pledge, ordinary Irishpeople reject it as inadequate and seek a more explicit statement from the premier.
A public admonition emphasizes deeds over boasting urging residents to back up claims with effort. The message implies accountability and personal responsibility in community projects and challenges.
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