28 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
1
Dispatch from Moscow reports the backbone of the rebellion is broken and the uprising is rapidly disintegrating as provincial treasuries are robbed amid riots.
Reports from St. Petersburg state Lomza treasury theft totals 450000 roubles. In Saratoff peasants refuse to pay for a horse killed and cossacks incur casualties. Moscow advices say hostilities widen with districts seized by rebels and peasants arming to fight.
A British ship named Pass, commanded by Capt. Cougal, was dashed to pieces on rocks off Vancouver Island during a ferocious gale. The 25 crew members are reported lost as bodies wash ashore in the straits of San Juan de Fuca since Christmas evening.
Jas. Hazen Hyde sailed with his retinue from New York for Havre and Paris this morning, heading to Europe.
Fire devastates the Niagara Falls business district with the Imperial House and adjoining properties engulfed. Fire engines rush from Buffalo as flames threaten further buildings in the area.
Yerkes' condition remains unchanged this morning and death is expected.
Scripps-McRae Dispatch reports Father Gapon has played several nights in Monte Carlo and won large sums. He says the winnings were his own money and will be donated to aid the Russian working men.
Former superintendent Payne testified he hired his own honest capable lawyers rather than rely on the attorney general as opinions shifted yearly. He said he did not accept any retainer or fee from insurers. He recounted a request from McCurdy the day before a report on Prussian companies and stated the report would stand without changes.
Scripps Dispatch reports President in Caroletteville Virginia with secret service guards guarding a secluded residence. The only contact is a telephone line to a nearby plantation closed to the public. It is believed the president is rabbit hunting with his sons today.
Congressman Esch met with Eau Claire citizens in Wabasha Minnesota to press for a larger appropriation. An earlier $140000 grant for the site faced a protracted legal fight over a full square purchase and the group now seeks funds for the entire block.
Memphis financial circles resumed with scarcely a ripple after yesterday's failures, as business returned to normal and excitement remained minimal. The dispatch notes little disturbance in markets despite the prior failures.
Representatives of Great Western roads met Chairman Knapps of the Interstate Commerce Commission and pledged to stop rebating and to inform the commission if other lines were involved. Eastern roads also promised to do the same, signaling an end to the practice.
Midshipman Trenmore Coffin Jr. of Nevada City Nevada was arraigned at the academy court martial on a hazing charge for forcing Midshipman Jordone Pettis Kimbrough of Tennessee to stand on his head until unconscious on December 12. Distinguished naval officers serve on the court.
In New York on December 28 call money rose sharply through the day. The rate reached 125 with a high of 186 at one point, a loan of 400000 dollars was placed at 125 at 11 30, offerings dried up and the rate fell back to 90 after starting at 30.
In Pittsburg a three year old, William Deasy, died after eating suspected poisoned candy and another child in the same family is gravely ill. In Albany a Miss Elsie Smith received a candy box with paris green, the chocolate drops opened and poison spread inside.
John Barelani longtime Genoa resident died after a short illness aged 75. Funeral set for 9 am tomorrow at the Catholic church in Genoa with interment in the village cemetery. Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen hosts annual ball Friday evening December 29 at Woodman Hall.
Mrs H Linn of La Crosse and Mrs W K Orr were insulted by a Hokah crowd on a village street then pursued to the depot where the women endured further taunts while awaiting the 10 55 train. A Hokah man who intervened was beaten badly and district court action is planned against the gang. A Caledonia attorney handled preliminary steps.
Mary E. Jenks secured a divorce from Charley Jenks after sixty years of hardship and cruel treatment. The couple endured poverty and repeated separations while Charley allegedly sought relief funds through petty graft. He left for relatives in Melrose, and Jenks later agreed to a legal separation.
Secretary Shaw in Chicago says Walsh will not face criminal prosecution by his department though he violated the rule on loans. He notes banks commonly loan more than ten percent and cannot be prosecuted, adding depositors will be protected while stockholders must look out for themselves after the warning.
A Scripps-McRae Dispatch report from Lahore on December 28 states an avalanche killed 22 native soldiers. Captain Knollys was rescued by the guards.
J P Bird superintendent of the La Crosse schools may be elected third vice president of the Wisconsin Teachers association in Milwaukee today. The nominating committee favors H S Hyer or Bird for the post with other officers listed, while a constitutional amendment may alter treasurer nominations this Friday.
Darktown celebrates the acquittal of Clara Miles after seven months in county jail. A collection aids her start, and she is escorted by friends. Police report possible perjury by a key witness, with authorities weighing criminal action.
The Poynette couple eloped and wed in Fairmont Minnesota after escaping La Crosse officers. The bride’s father Thomas Tomlison of Paynette filed yesterday as guardian ad litem, suing for annulment on grounds of the bride’s youth. The girl remains at home as the husband Malley Wheeler is said to be reconciled to the loss.
Joseph M. Garlick was appointed postmaster at Independence Wisconsin succeeding his mother Lydia Garlick who died recently. The appointment followed Rep Esch support and a petition signed by most responsible Independence residents.
After this week's Bijouetiscope showing game wardens are playfully teased by spectators. The incident highlights cordial relations between authorities and local watchers during the event.
Professor Edward Bemis, Chicago mayoral expert, testifies gas could be produced and distributed at 17.53 cents per thousand cubic feet in Chicago. He cites 12 US city reports and notes Toronto at 17.58 cents. Big firms like the People’s company operate billions of cubic feet yearly.
Salzer Seed company to open its plant next year on January 2, 1906. The firm cites readiness and earlier start as enabling a record breaking year for 1906 with wide domestic and international reach.
Will Campbell of Minneapolis was the guest of his parents Mr and Mrs D G Campbell over Christmas, enjoying time with family during the holiday season.
Snow is expected this afternoon with colder conditions tonight. Friday will be generally fair and colder with a high near 39 and a low around 22.
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