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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1908
Page
8
Dermato logists confirm a germ or parasite causes dandruff and falling hair. Drs Lassar and Bishop demonstrated with a guinea pig experiment. Newbro s Herpicide advertised as a remedy with instant scalp relief and two sizes available. Samples offered by mail and sold through drug stores and barber shops.
A village in England, Liss on the London and Southwestern line, hosts a notable wholesale boil. In a past barbecue, an ox was boiled in a brick-lined ground pit with a large ox tank lowered by pulleys from scaffolding. Vegetables accompanied the boil, taking seven hours to complete.
The note lists social events and hostess names through the week including Mesdames Hart Lang Bunting Osberg Lightbody Mariner and Savage at a supper. It details meetings of Miss McCann’s circle First M E church Central W C T CO Mrs Perkine Layman’s league and multiple bridge and 500 clubs with dates and addresses across the town.
A large audience enjoyed a rich program Tuesday evening in Onalaska led by Prof. Harry Packman with St. Cecelia and the Meister Quartet, plus several soloists. The concert nearly doubled as two performances due to numerous encores, and a repeat show is planned for Galesville soon.
Mrs Callahan hosted an informal bridge party yesterday afternoon. Mrs Goddard, who will spend the winter in California next week, was guest of honor. Three tables were in use and delicious refreshments followed the games.
Pleasant functions enriched the past week with coffees and afternoon parties. Dances and a well attended C. T. ball and banquet stood out. The quiet marriage of Miss Marian Dana to Mr Mason of Easton Pa occurred Wednesday morning, drawing social interest. Card clubs, church gatherings, and two top theater attractions added to the social calendar.
Mrs Judd of 713 North Severth street entertained her S S class last evening with games music and refreshments. About eighteen guests attended.
The Euterpean Club met last night at the old high school auditorium with a large attendance. The program was well rendered and praised by attendees.
On Monday Mrs Levi Withee hosted an unannounced gathering as about ten women friends spent the afternoon with her. A picnic supper was served and the event was greatly enjoyed.
Miss Delia Gilbertson entertained friends at her Market Street home Tuesday evening. Prizes went to Miss Cora Huber and Theodore Ritter for high and Elizabeth Rackleman and Neil Pomeroy for low. Attendees included Julia Weir Caroline Robinson Katherine Huber Martha Trapp and Delia Gilbertson with George Jackson Neil Pomeroy Edwin Shaw Ray Shackley and Theodore Ritter present.
The Congregational church ladies served a Thursday supper that drew nearly two hundred attendees. Episcopal guild members joined the event, meeting in their rooms the same afternoon with hostesses Mesdames Orlando Holway Joyce Hogan and Harry Hirshheimer.
A very charming winter accessory features a waist length worsted ne gligee in soft shell pink. The deep yoke and upper sleeves use bean stitch, while circular sleeve ruffies and frounce add decorative touches.
The First Presbyterian Church Men’s League regular bi monthly meeting was hosted by Mr and Mrs Moore at 30 Cass Street on Thursday evening. About 35 men attended and no business of note was conducted. The group enjoyed a social evening with refreshments.
At the meeting of the Euterpean Society held in the old high school auditorium last evening the nature program titled Afternoon in the Woods and Fields drew strong appreciation. Leaders included Miss Bunting Mrs F G Tiffany and Miss Gelatt for the present topic with next meeting on February 7 planned to cover Lizst Lowell and Murrillo led by Miss Barbara Beck Professor F H Fowler and Mrs A E Soderberg.
The Spiritualistic society ladies host a card party Tuesday evening at 336 South Fifth Street, the home of Mrs K Shepard. Light refreshments will be served.
La Crosse High School boys team travels to Sparta tomorrow noon to play local high school squads. Players: Arthur Dahlgren, Wallace Tourtellotte, Hugo Schaldach, Ralph Bradish, Arthur Larson, Joseph Fowler, Walter Miller, Charles Bradish. Coach Miller and Manager Werner accompany them. Girls team also travels with managers and chaperone Mrs. W Scott Smith. return Sunday noon.
The Woman's League of the Universalist church was entertained by Mrs. Levi Withee at 1205 Main Street. Officers elected for the year include Mrs. E. L. Spicer president, Gertrude Hayden secretary, and Mrs. Doty treasurer. A pleasant social time followed with supper served.
Dinner plans note Mrs A M Heyerdahl will entertain a few friends at six oclock this evening as part of social hospitality.
Mrs Hyslop stays with friend Mrs Powers in Black River Falls as illness neighbors. The Willoughbys plan departure from La Crosse to Minneapolis after the trip. Mrs D Law suffers grippe this week with fever and malaise. The Hunt family and Mrs Blanchard battle grippe for a week. Mrs Whyte returns from Watertown after her mother’s serious illness. Mr and Mrs Brayton endure a severe grippe spell. Mr and Mrs Steadwell host Dr Caroline Geisel of Battle Creek for a short visit. Mrs Dan McMillan remains on the sick list.
Louise Closser Hale notes in Harper's that Spanish peasants are refined yet provincial dandies. A foreigner’s laughter at the town hat provokes resentment, while Spaniards accept their headgear as correct, highlighting cultural vanity and bias.
A reflective essay argues that judging a person by belief is shallow and harmful. It condemns reducing a man’s worth to his faith and calls for examining character, actions, and integrity instead.
A woman recalls a painful moment when a man dismissed her as nothing more than a woman, highlighting the impact of belittling language on her self worth and dignity.
Electrical Inspector Martin says insurance companies have taken charge of inspecting the local hospitals La Crosse St Francis and Lutheran. Some rewiring may be ordered. The new Michel brewing plant recently erected is now being wired.
The board of public works reports a large crew clearing light snow with few issues except last night’s heavy drifts. A New York Press note recounts a maid’s boastful scheme to call potential suitors for “popularity,” which the mistress rejects to avoid interruptions.
An old cobbler explains bunions as the result of wearing shoes that are too short. He says limited toe room prevents natural growth, diverting tissue and bone into a bunion. The Philadelphia North American quotes the quip as a simple explanation.
A humorous classroom moment captures Teacher asking Willie to get a comb and Willie replying that his mother would need to buy one, highlighting a child’s playful retort in a judge’s voice.
A brief dialogue quoted from the Syracuse Post-Standard contrasts gender roles with a witty exchange. The speaker questions whether a husband allows his wife to have control, and the other acknowledges the doubt of asking himself.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes opinions on preserving youth with humor. A witty exchange praises weatherproof makeup as she ages, reflecting contemporary beauty standards and public commentary.
A brief proverb-like note states that beneficiaries are not the ones who cry about life insurance costs, implying a focus on policy holders rather than heirs.
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