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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
2
A newspaper advert promotes Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a remedy for lame back kidney and bladder problems. It claims dramatic success from hospital and private practice and offers a free sample bottle by mail with a short booklet. Address Dr Kilmer & Co Binghamton NY.
Chicago on December 31 1908 the Cubs announce the opening game of the 1909 season at West Side park April 15 against the St. Louis Cardinals under manager Roger Bresnahan with the league schedule not yet published. President Charles Webb Murphy provided the opening game date.
Vandals damaged Temple Emanuel by breaking windows, overturning pews, ripping altar cloths, and desecrating the sanctuary. The attack, valued at hundreds of dollars, mirrors a prior Catholic church incident a week earlier with destroyed altar, torn vestments, and blasphemous writings. nothing was stolen.
O T Erhart promotes Fo Leys Honey and Tar as a fast cure for hoarse coughs and stuffy colds that may become pneumonia. The remedy soothes inflamed membranes heals the lungs and expels the cold from the system.
Watchnight services will be held at the German Methodist church at Seventh and Ferry. Rev. B S Brandenburg district superintendent will lead testimony and consecration. The pastor will preach. Services from 2 to 12. German public invited. Dr Schaub of Charles City Iowa will preach on New Year s day at 7 30 in the evening.
Paris dispatch reports Wilbur Wright piloted an aerodrome flight lasting one hour fifty three minutes covering fifty eight miles in a wide high circle. The achievement follows previous demonstrations and showcases advancing aviation progress.
Racine plans to apply for a franchise in the Wisconsin Illinois state baseball league and has leased a park with close to $5,000 raised to support the bid. Local leaders downplay talks of ousting La Crosse and await the annual meeting in January, while some players hold off signing with other clubs pending Racine’s approval. The story notes Enthusiasm for weekday baseball and park improvements after franchise approval.
A noted authority says rapid eating causes dyspepsia because food is not chewed and is swallowed with ice water. He urges slow eating, thorough chewing, and rest after meals. The text promotes an alkaline antacid formula of sodium phosphate, peppermint essence, baking soda, and water to relieve gas and indigestion, claiming quick relief and possible cure in weeks.
Bathhouse construction set for Pettibone park with six acre pool and 300 capacity. Vine street paving options include tarmacadam or granite top dressing. Concrete pier for the city wagon bridge and a settling basin are to be reviewed, with the council to decide at the next meeting.
Mrs A C Williams of Backy recounts a graveyard cough that threatened her health for years. After using Dr King s New Discovery her weight increased by 58 pounds and her health fully restored. The remedy, claimed to heal coughs colds and lung throat diseases and prevent pneumonia, is sold at O T Erhart s drug store with 50c and 1.00 prices and a free trial bottle.
Paul W Mahoney claims he remains a director of the La Crotce base ball association and says John Elliott has no place on the directorate He warns of a possible lawsuit and vows to stay active in the association Elliott attends director meetings and Rooney says the board acted as they believed proper fans view Mahoneys remarks with amusement
Philadelphia December 21 Jack OBrien plans a January 6 six round bout at the National A C against Michigan heavyweight Al Kubiak as he sharpens for a possible challenge to Jack Johnson. OBrien aims to prove his right to a title shot before year end and to build toward a busy ring campaign. Kubiak has drawn praise in Philadelphia for his season with notable success and is regarded by many as a rising heavyweight contender.
William H. Wood chief secretary of New South Wales declared boxing would be stopped if in fighting cannot be eliminated. He warned that due to the low character shown in the Johnson Burns fight authorities may bar all future contests between these two men and boxing could be regarded as illegitimate sport.
New York December 31 Joe Jeannette, another negro heavyweight, sails for France tomorrow to seek a title match with Jack Johnson. The two have met seven times in four six round draws, a ten round draw, a disputed decision on a foul in the sixth, and a fifteen round bout in which Johnson led after seven.
A concise quip notes Adam's fiercest battles center on outcomes rather than ideals, reflecting a pragmatic stance in political or organizational leadership. The remark underscores a reputation for prioritizing tangible results over abstract principles.
Advertises Pyramid Pile Cure with testimonials from hundreds of users claiming it cures piles. Offers a free trial package by mail without purchase and invites readers to send name and address to Pyramid Drug Co., 164 Pyramid Building, Marshall, Michigan.
New York dispatch reports Gus Ruhlin, known for his early title fights, asserting Jack Johnson could defeat Jim Jeffries. He ridicules Sharkey’s claim to fight the negro champion and says he would not risk a Johnson bout. would not fight Johnson himself.
A brief note states the guilty party in a counterfeit case and contrasts the offense with substituting an unknown worthless remedy for Foley's Honey and Tar as a public health hazard. The remark cites O. T. Erhart.
E J Camp president of the Michigan Breeders association announces plans for a Michigan race course near New Buffalo. Governor Warner will not interfere with listed race programs. Camp states no Chicago or Detroit stock will hold the track. The course aims to be among the best and fastest in the west.
Kilbourn Wisconsin December 31 Company K suffered their first defeat at the hands of Kilbourn Tuesday night by 39 to 17. Kilbourn led by Portage star forward and Dad Huntley, a former university guard, prep for a January 19 rematch with Captain Wilson leading Company K expected to rebound. The article notes a grocery store scene involving a girl demonstrating Canmeal 5.
In Bristol Tennessee Koreshans grow anxious as Cyrus Teed the dead messiah fails to resurrect. Vice president P B Silverfriend travels to Estro Florida with other leaders to witness a New Year manifestation. He warns that if the resurrection misses, 288000 Koreshans face spiritual darkness.
A personal appeal urges readers to choose Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble. It claims forty years of cures and warns against unknown preparations that may contain harmful drugs. Endorsed by O. T. Erhart.
Alma and nearby towns show a flurry of visitors over the holidays with Miss Clara Eberle from La Crosse, Miss Edith Elliott visiting relatives, and families such as Mr. and Mrs. Abe Garrow spending the holidays in Alma. Romeo Schaettle and daughter Marie from La Crosse visited his brother, while Waldo Leish plans to winter in Cando North Dakota. Charles Schaettle has returned from Chicago after treatment, and Gertrude Nolden of St Paul, Tom Litchfield of Mondovi, and Elmer Leish of Akley Minnesota are noted as guests or visitors.
Ex queen Liliuokalani arrives in Washington to press her $200,000 indemnity claim and camp on the congressional trail until a decision is made. Vividly depicted as a pathetic national figure, she faces strong doubt that Congress will view her cause favorably in the lengthy fight.
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic that builds up the body, fresh strength, and solid muscle, framing the product as patriotic and health enhancing.
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