Local society notes and holiday visitors
Mrs John Harrington entertains her brother Charles Domstrick from Minneapolis for the holidays. Several residents and visitors are noted including Miss Marie Brendale, Virgil Bryan, Spurgeon D. Maine, Dr E H Wanko, Miss Julia Schaller, Emil Spika, and Joseph Steiner. The Palmer Livery Co. reports a new funeral car and hearse services upcoming. Dr Robert E Flynn has returned from Caledonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Harrington
King Street
Charles Domstrick
Minneapolis
Dale Lathrop
Mariner's
Main Street
Marie Brendale
Chicago
Gateway City Transfer Co
Virgil Bryan
de Soto
Wis
Spurgeon D. Maine
E. H. Wanko
Pearl Street
Milwaukee
Stormer
Friedrich von Ledebur
Julia Schaller
South Ninth Street
Spokane
Emil Spika
Wit Spika
Palmer Livery Co
la Crosse
Xmas Celebrant Burned To Death In Butte Fire
A lamp upset during Christmas in the home of Mr and Mrs Samuel Newhouse caused a blaze that killed the woman occupant. Firefighters rescued Newhouse who was overcome by smoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Mont
Samuel Newhouse
Newhouse
Carrel and bride sail for New York on honeymoon
Dr. Alexis Carrel, surgeon at the Rockefeller Institute, and his wife Mme. De La Mairie, daughter of the Countess De La Motte, departed from Paris aboard the La France for New York to begin their honeymoon break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Alexis Carrel
Rockefeller Institute
Mme. de la Mairie
Countess de la Motte
New York
Humorous remark on hats and safety in fashion
A witty saying notes that when a woman’s hat feather pokes a man’s eye he should smile and be thankful it was not a hatpin, reflecting light Victorian humor about etiquette and fashion mishaps.
Manitowoc Moves To Exempt Municipal Bonds From Limit
Manitowoc aims to push a state constitutional amendment in 1915 to exclude bonds for public utilities bought by cities from the five per cent bonded debt limit. Alderman Ralph Plumb spurred the movement at a city council meeting, arguing that revenue-earning utilities should not reduce funds for schools and bridges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitowoc
Wis
Ralph Plumb
Urges Better Law for Farm Credits in Wisconsin
MadisonWis Dec 27 Special J N Tittemore of Omro calls for stronger credit laws to aid farmers arguing railroads borrow freely but farmers struggle for bank loans on pigs Tittemore a Sixth district congressional candidate notes Canadian farmers can store wheat by credit and says the US should follow suit He advocates credit expansion over creation of a marketing commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
J. N. Tittemore
Omro
Tittemore
Congress
St Peters Cathedral Rome Construction Timeline and Dome
St Peters Cathedral in Rome began in 1506 and finished in 1626. The plan features a Latin cross layout with a dome resting on four piers. The nave height is 152 feet and dome interior diameter 139 feet with cross reaching 448 feet above. The pedimented dome is hailed as a premier architectural feat.
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St. Peters
Rome
Wichita Man Receives Unusual Plumbing Bill
A Wichita man hired a plumber to fix a kitchen leak and expected a five or six dollar bill but was charged 55 cents—five cents for material and 50 cents for the work. He believes the receipt merits display in the Historical Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Historical Society
Patriotism as Backbone of the British Empire
A clergyman, famed for patriotism, spoke on his beloved topic and built to a climax. He declared patriotism is the backbone of the British empire and urged training it to the front.
Quote on women artists and motherhood by Mand Powell
A brief quotation argues that few women rival the greatest men in art and that while women possess a genius for mothering they rarely translate this intensity into artistic achievement. The speaker extolls female motherhood but critiques its transfer to art.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mand Powell
Strength of Human Muscles Across The Body
The total muscle strength of a strong man is estimated at about 10 000 pounds. Voluntary muscles number over 500, while there are infinite in voluntary muscles beyond estimation.
Longfield Widow Seeks Compensation From Tobacco Company
Madison Wisconsin December 27 Mrs Elien J Longfield widow of John J Longfield murdered by unknown safe blowers while serving as night watchman for the P Lorillard Tobacco Co here December 13 petitions the state industrial commission for compensation The commission will hold a hearing on the petition early next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Elien J. Longfield
John J. Longfield
P. Lorillard Tobacco Company
State Industrial Commission
Cough syrup recipe using Pinex and sugar syrup touted
An advertised home remedy blends one pint warm water with sugar to make a syrup then mixes Pine extract Pinex to treat coughs. The ad claims quick relief for ordinary coughs within 24 hours and benefits for whooping cough croup and bronchitis. It promotes a convenient, pleasant tasting syrup with a money back guarantee and attributes the product to The Pinex Co Fort Wayne Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Pinex Co
Ft. Wayne
Ind
Gift items for gentlemen at Beyschlag's Drug Store
Beyschlag's Drug Store at 503 Main Street offers military and shaving sets, pipes, canes, cuff boxes, pocket knives, fountain pens, cigars, traveling cases, necktie boxes and shaving mirrors. Prices range from 25 cents to $5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beyschlag’s
Main Street
Civic worker gets seat in Congress
John Richard Clancy of Syracuse New York wins a seat in Congress. A longtime civic and charitable leader he helped advance hospital services in Syracuse. He is a lifelong Syracuse native, a businessman and a Democrat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
John Richard Clancy
Syracuse
New York
Clancy
Y M C A To Host Open House New Year Day
The Young Men's Christian Association will hold open house January 1 1914 from 2 30 to 5 30 p m and 7 30 to 9 p m with demonstrations of physical department activities directed by H R Lee and various department leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Men’s Christian Association
H. R. Lee
Iand Mareh
Wm. Jacobs
Everett Yerly
Leader's Corp
Wm. Saunders
Kenneth Kinnear
J. Saunders
Donald Dumke
Weisse
F. A. Reiman
F. H. Leahy
Heroic Treatment in Witty Exchange
In a playful dialogue, Marie questions reforming a man and Kate suggests marriage as the method. Marie expresses surprise at the notion, and the pair exchange lighthearted banter on social strategy and domestic reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie
Kate
Lenora Kutzborsky Weds James Novak at Christmas Eve
Miss Lenora Kutzborsky daughter of Charles Kutzborsky assistant superintendent of Segelke Kolhaus company married James Novak of Northern Engraving at the English Lutheran parsonage 1122 Ferry Street Rev. William P. Christy officiated The couple will begin housekeeping at Eleventh and Ferry streets after a prolonged wedding trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferry Street
Lenora Kutzborsky
Charles Kutzborsky
Segelke-Kolhaus Company
James Novak
Northern Engraving Company
William P. Christy
Christmas Dance at Ellis Hall and Larson wedding in Underwood
A Black and White club dance at Ellis Hall drew about fifty couples with festive decor and Andre's Orchestra as music. Rev and Mrs Iver Larson hosted a Christmas Day wedding for daughter Luella to Frank A Bogel of Underwood ND, with maid of honor Miss Selma Larson and a three course luncheon. The couple planned a short honeymoon before settling in Underwood where Bogel serves as principal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis’ Hall
Black and White
Andre
Gunderson
Frank Funke
H. H. Hirshheimer
Iver Larson
Berlin Street
Luella
Frank A. Bogel
Underwood
N. D
Selma Larson
Joseph Larson
Albert Lea
Minn
Reuben Larson
Forga
A. Bogel
St. Cloud
Charles M. Alarman
Lancaster
Wis
Mr. Bogel
Christmas Dinner Honors Mr. and Mrs. Frank Riedel
Mr and Mrs Fred Stirneman hosted a Christmas dinner for ten at 32 Rose Street in honor of Mr and Mrs Frank Riedel of Minneapolis A small Christmas tree decorated the table and a Christmas favor was placed at each plate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Stirneman
Rose Street
Frank Riedel
Minneapolis
Mrs Farnam Hosts Informal Tea for Holiday Guests
Mrs. A S Farnam entertained yesterday afternoon with a informal tea for her daughter Miss Margaret Farnam and son Mr. Robert Farnam from school. About forty called during the afternoon. Ladies pouring tea were Mrs. Joseph Fowler Miss Margaret Crosby and Miss Helen Scofield. Assisting in the tea room were Leona Yerly Mary Farnam and Harriet Scofield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Farnam
Margaret Farnam
Robert Farnam
Joseph Fowler
Margaret Crosby
Helen Scofield
Leona Yerly
Mary Farnam
Harriet Scofield
Christmas Dinner Hosts Honor Ives Family Guests
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ives entertained at a Christmas Day family dinner. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. James Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Goodrich, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Merman, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kleeber, and Miss Gertrude Ives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Ives
James Thompson
D. D. Goodrich
O. A. Merman
Leonard Kleeber
Gertrude Ives
Quiet German Lutheran wedding joins Bey and Krieshe families
Miss Bertha Bey daughter of Mr and Mrs John E Bey married Mr Henry Krieshe last Tuesday at the German Lutheran church. Helen Bothe and Wm Krieshe attended. A dinner for nearest relatives followed at the bride’s home. The couple departed for Chipmunk Ridge to begin their life together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Bey
John E. Bey
Henry Krieshe
Helen Bothe
Wm. Krieshe
Kieselbach Family Holds Christmas Dinner Reunion
Mr and Mrs Carl Kieselbach of 295 Main Street hosted a family reunion at their home during a Christmas dinner. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Peter A Brantner of Minneapolis, Mr and Mrs Paul Kieselbach and baby, Joseph and Edith Kieselbach, May Kieselbach and Romeo Flukieger, and Mr and Mrs Carl Kieselbach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Kieselbach
Main Street
Peter A. Brantner
Minneapolis
Paul Kieselbach
Joseph
Edith Kieselbach
May Kieselbach
Romeo Flukieger
Pryor Dinner Honors Milwaukee Couple
Mr and Mrs W A Pryor of Sixteenth Street host a six o clock dinner in honor of their son Earl Pryor and his wife who wed recently in Milwaukee. Guests include Mr and Mrs Earl Pryor Milwaukee Mr and Mrs W G White Milwaukee Mr and Mrs Chalmer Loose Napoleon OH Mr and Mrs Charles Tarbox Minneapolis Dr and Mrs W E Bannen Mr and Mrs Horace Holley Miss Romanowsky Madison Mr John Hayes Mr Charles Sutor Chicago and Mr Floyd Lamb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Pryor
Sixteenth Street
Earl Pryor
Milwaukee
W. G. White
Chalmer Loose
Napoleon, Ohio
Charles Tarbox
Minneapolis
W. E. Bannen
Horace Holley
La Crosse Woman's Club Hosts Mrs Rice at Avon Street
The La Crosse Woman's club will be entertained Wednesday by Mrs. D. E. Rice at 1547 Avon Street. The study topic will be Living Al-
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Crosse
Child Interacts With Horse Amid Anxious Mother Warning
A mother warns her child not to approach a horse as the youngster introduces herself with a mispronounced name Dorothy Perkins. The scene captures a cautious rural moment with a simple human animal interaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorithy Perkins, Horthey
Holiday Guests Highlight Local Social Scene
The item lists visitors and hosts over the holidays including Dr. Bernard Dorset of Denver, William Cargill of Madison visiting Paul Egbert, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Fowler with La Crosse friends. It notes Miss Gertrude Smith of St. Paul visiting Miss Anna Colman and mentions a W. C. T. U. meeting with Mrs. Peregrine.
Character in the Face and a Woman’s Disposition
The piece argues that a woman’s character and talents are reflected in her face through physiognomy. It claims eyes reveal honesty, a firm month indicates a strong character, and facial expression signals current thoughts, though appearances can be deceptive.
Largest Apple Tree in New York Near Wilson
The largest apple tree in New York state stands near Wilson. Planted in 1815, it reportedly yielded 33 full barrels of apples in a single season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Wilson
Very Sick Too Jones Describes Illness In Quirky Metaphor
Jones compares his sickness to a gas meter fever then to galloping consumption in a humorous but earnest account. He explains his symptoms and the belief that the ailment is severe and ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Child dies from chewing tobacco in Fergus Falls case
In Fergus Falls Minnesota on December 27 a six year old boy, son of William Schramm of Parkers Prairie, died after he and neighbor children swallowed chewing tobacco. Convulsions followed and nicotine poisoning killed him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fergus Falls
Minn
William Schramm
Parkers Prairie
Schramm
It Does Not Take A Girl's Ideal Long To Develop
A brief adage notes that a girl's early charms quickly settle into a ordinary husband role, implying swift shifts in perceptions of marriage suitability. The line reflects cultural views on romance and domestic life.
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Robert E. Flynn
Caledonia
Joseph Steiner
Edwin Daniels
South Eleventh Street
Chesapeake Bay
Express
John C. Burns
Fruit House
the Fashion Shop
K. A. Reiman
Lallusive Garment Store
Tain Streets
Elliott
Loeffler CO
Sparta Beong
Viroqua
Gaesville
Arcadia le Soto
LIS
Dept Telephone No
City
Gateway City Transfer Company
Carrel
J. Jensen
Ott Main Street
Cass Street
Wisconsin News
St. Peter's Cathedral
Longfield
Harris & Ewing
Y.M
Kutzborsky
Novak
Bey-Krrieshe
MR. and
Mrs. Earl Pryor
Introduceu Herself
Ayer
Ayer Co
J.C
Lowell. Masa
Prudence
Security Savings Bank
Fourth Street
Harvard
Italy
Dorothy Macvane
Silas Marcus Macvane
Europe
Taranto
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