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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
1
Batavian leader Bentley announces retirement after four decades at the helm. He has steered the institution through growth and change, signaling a transition while remaining active in advisory roles. The organization plans a formal farewell and honors his service.
A. Hirshheimer, known as a careful financier and Pru 1, is named to succeed the retiring E. Bentley at Batavian National after 44 years of continuous service. Bentley resigns effective January 1, 1911, and the board has yet to confirm a definite successor.
A. Hirshheim, bank head and La Crosse Plank, will resign at the first directors meeting, with the present president’s term ending on the sixth. The new officers will be chosen then, and while many current officers may change, no new directors are expected to be added as Wisconsin banks tighten after the “wildcat” car scheme exposure involving Gysbert Van Steenwyk and the state comptroller’s office.
The Batavian National Bank began as a private institution with Van Steenwyk as a foundational figure. A longtime bookkeeper since 1873, he rose through banking ranks and served as retiring president. The article emphasizes conservative banking and public spirited education efforts in the city, underscoring a focus on sound credits and financial stability.
A report notes Mrs Stetson beginning actions while a cult waits for a major manifestation. The piece references expectations tied to a prominent figure and organized group activity surrounding an upcoming event.
New York officials of the Christian Science church reject claims by Mrs. Augustua Stetson and followers that Mary Baker Eddy will reappear in bodily form. Eugene R. Cox cites Eddy’s teachings, notes her deification is rejected, and confirms Eddy is dead.
Mrs Augusta Stetson ex leader of the Christian Science church in New York declares that Mary Baker Eddy will rise from the dead to prove life after death. Her statement aims to challenge the mother church and could spark litigation and faction fights as readers discuss the claim and its implications for control of the First Church.
Jefferson township in Adams County faces five years without a vote as every resident is indicted for selling votes. Judge Blair begins disfranchisement, with ministers and a son selling votes to relatives also fined. County officials elect volunteer to assist in bringing indicted citizens to court.
Reports from Elis in southwestern Greece say several villages were wrecked by yesterday's quake and hundreds are homeless. Fears of many deaths rise as telegraph lines are down and details are scarce.
Guthrie reports Oklahoma City became the capital late last night after Gov. Haskell signed the bill at the depot lunch room. Guthrie officers left town as the capital move ends a long fight. A petition seeks injunction, but courts are expected to take no action. Expenses will be paid from a $71,000 subscription fund raised by Oklahoma City citizens.
Governor Warner parolees three lifers from state institutions. Edward Asher and Frank Hayes, both convicted of murder in Detroit, and Black Bart Reimund Holzhay, convicted of a stage holdup near Lake Gogebic Michigan and killing banker A E Fleischbein of Belleville Illinois. All will be released immediately after serving long terms. Holzhay was a former northern Wisconsin terror.
A harbor area blaze in Messina damaged wooden structures including the post office telegraph office and railroad station. The loss is estimated at about 1,000,900 with the fire brought under control today.
James J Jeffries and Barney Oldfield nearly died when their car crashed at 40 miles per hour near National City California. A broken connecting rod caused the smash, leaving both stars with bruises as the party continued toward a hunting trip to Mexico with Frank Chance and their wives.
Suburban residents protested to Federal Judge Grosscup over double fares by the Chicago City Railways and Chicago Consolidated Traction after their merger. The judge compelled the companies to keep a single fare, with suburban riders now transferred at the city line to reach the business district without extra charge.
Washington officials released a cautious statement denying firm evidence of arms or explosives imports or a wireless station in the Philippines. The advisory noted no confirmed spy arrests and signaled possible congressional action to punish foreign observers, with Hobson's spy code bill under renewed consideration.
An unidentified woman died and 15 people were injured in a St. Paul rooming house fire early today. Three fatalities were reported as victims succumbed. many escaped by jumping from windows as bitter cold hampered firefighters. Loss estimated at $20,000 with $10,000 insured. Anna Erb among the fatally injured died later at St Josephs Hospital.
Lieut. de Cau mont, an army aviator, was fatally injured when a monoplane he was testing fell over the maneuvering grounds at St. Cr. His legs were broken his hip crushed and serious internal injuries were inflicted.
A court hearing progresses with a banker involved in a case against Hyosgin. Proceedings focus on a financial dispute and potential charges. Attorneys present arguments as the judge sets forthcoming dates.
Joseph G. Robin, alleged to be the controlling figure in an $80,000 grand larceny from the Northern Bank of New York, collapsed at the Criminal Courts Building and was treated after suspected poisoning. Doctors treated him for hyoscin poisoning, and Robin regained consciousness after a stomach pump was used.
Madison, Wis. Dec. 30 Strengthening of stock and bond law urged by the railroad commission after a Supreme Court reversal in a Soo case. The commission asks for expanded power to investigate. It also proposes state controls on security issuance including purpose, limits, and reasonableness.
A strike by marine firemen on the New York municipal ferry system idle all city boats from Manhattan to Staten Island and to South Brooklyn. After talks officials agreed to the men’s demands and strikers returned to work to cover night commute.
Report claims Miss Myra Dietz daughter of John F. Dietz defender of Cameron Dam secured 22500 to cover her father’s bail bond amid speculation she will wed a prominent local farmer. Bangor villagers expect a public engagement announcement forthcoming in La Crosse County.
Military authorities in Mexico City announced that government troops under General Escudero captured El Paso in southwestern Chihuahua state from revolutionaries. The advance marks a decisive federal win in the region.
The United States Atlantic fleet of sixteen battleships sails west through the Channel for winter practice at Guantanamo. Rear Admirals Stanton and Schroeder command rival fleets in a secret wireless test of search, pursuit, and evasion amid fog and weather.
The Anti-Saloon League says old Indian treaties make fourteen northern Wisconsin counties legally dry, naming Superior Ashland Washburn Rhinelander Eagle River and Hurley and planning enforcement actions.
Forecast shows light snow possible tonight and Saturday with rising temperatures. Cloudy conditions spread across Wisconsin with light snow late tonight through Saturday and temperatures warming.
For Minnesota the report notes snow tonight and Saturday with warmer conditions tonight and in the northeast Saturday while the northwest turns colder Saturday. For Iowa increasing cloudiness with snow flurries tonight and Saturday and warmer conditions tonight and in the eastern portion Saturday.
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