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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1915
Page
7
A black powder rolling mill at Hagley Yard operated by Du Pont exploded this afternoon in Wilmington. Company officials report no fatalities or injuries.
The interstate commerce commission refused refunds of millions to shippers linked to the San Francisco chamber of commerce Boardman company and others across California and Nevada. They sought $2.56 per car for switching charges from 1910 to August 12, 1914 from the Southern Pacific, Santa Fe and other railroads.
United Press dispatch from London reports Britain's wartime Christmas pudding campaign for soldiers abroad. Pudding valued at 3 million pounds is shipped to France the Dardanelles and other fronts with naval and rail transport aiding deliveries to trenches and overseas posts.
Anna Blahnik a telephone operator was assaulted on her way to work in Green Bay Wisconsin. The attacker beat her then stole her purse containing several dollars.
A Chicago pickpocket lifted 500 dollars from the pocket of Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree, renowned Shakespearean actor, on his arrival at Union station Wednesday. The incident highlights concerns over passenger safety at the busy transit hub.
James R. Stuart a renowned Wisconsin portrait artist died early today at St. Marys hospital Madison. The South Carolina native painted governors and state officials for forty years and his works adorn the state capitol and historical library. He was a Confederate Army veteran.
Neenah Wisconsin reports initial steps toward forming a municipal band with financial backing from city councils as the project moves forward.
Governor Craig grants three days liberty to prisoners in North Carolina’ s state and county convict camps. All trustees will be released tomorrow morning and enjoy full liberty Friday Saturday and Sunday, but must return by noon Monday to be locked up again.
The Laymen’s Union of La Crosse hosts a Christmas morning service at St. Paul’s Universalist Church from 7:30 to 8:30 led by Rev. C. C. Rowlison of First Congregational. Music by St. Paul’s choir, with several pastors assisting and a program of hymns, readings, and a violin solo.
Six personal injury compensation petitions were heard at the county courthouse today by Industrial Commissioner J. D. Beck of Viroqua. Two cases were not settled in prior hearings. Cases include George McManus vs Gateway City Transfer. Anna Hoffmann injured at National Gauge and Register. E Erickson and M F Erickson injured by dynamite at Bekkedahl warehouse. Raymond Baumgartner vs La Crosse Sausage. J E Fayette vs La Crosse Stone. Baumgartner case settled today.
The San Carlo Grand Opera company brings Lucia Di Lammermoor and Aida to La Crosse under the state normal school's auspices. The troupe travels by special train with three cars of scenery and costumes, promising metropolitan splendor and a strong chorus and orchestra.
Distilleries' workers say large shipments of whiskey depart Peoria for Colorado ahead of New Year. Colorado authorities intend a January 1 lid on withdrawals and expect the supply to come by carload consignments.
The forecast promises a sunlit Christmas with mild temperatures across the nation. No major storms are expected, but a light snowfall may touch the Great Lakes region while other areas stay warm and calm.
Springfield reports Attorney General Lucey says State's Attorney Hoyne found no criminal liability for Dr H J Haiselden who allowed Baby Bollinger to die without operation. Hoyne states he thoroughly investigated and sees no action possible. The line of reasoning ends with no charges contemplated.
Minneapolis reports six suspects captured after confessing to seven hold ups. total arrests reach fourteen in ten days. Night reports show seven hold ups and two robberies.
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