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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1908
Page
4
Carl Bauch a Milwaukee road switchman narrowly escaped being killed yesterday when hens on an oil box on a switch car caused him to be dragged for nearly 200 yards before coworkers freed him. He lives at 21 Sumner Street.
The funeral for Mrs. Samson Ladue, who died after a lingering illness, will be held tomorrow at 10 am at Tabernacle Baptist Church on the North Side. Rev. Hoax will officiate, with Rev. Sanders noted in context. After the service, the body will be shipped to Sparta for interment.
A large crowd gathered last evening to hear Sha etankin club on La Crosse building Widiteritum. Leaders failed to appear, and the meeting did not take place.
B Riley, noted speaker, led a Christian meeting at Caledonia Street BI church this afternoon at 3 o'clock. A large audience attended and Riley's address was highly appreciated.
A fragmented ad promises a free cure for catarrh and related ailments if readers continually whawk and pit. The unclear text repeats a tainted offer with phrases about a free package and cure, urging action without clear details or evidence.
Engine specialists visit La Crosse works to assess Milwaukees railroad locomotives. Mr Teasden inspects two bulging compound engines and notes line engines were highly satisfactory, with plans for more units. Both machines are said to be in perfect condition.
The Burlington snow train used on the Burlington road at Grand Crossing was taken off today after heavy snowfall. A number of men have been employed on the train.
With heavy snow the Milwaukee road removed double headers except train No 4 which leaves at noon The tracks have been cleared and service restored after the snow.
Death bed anxieties for Mr E Lavaque in Grand Rapids Michigan as his father P Lavaque remains critically ill. Milwaukee accessions include Hiseax improving from grippe, Dan Thayer and J W Garrett recovering from illness, Lorna Sizem has returned to high school after grip. Mrs Charles Masterson hosted Tabernacle Baptist ladies, February 15 church supper invited all. Ben Nottingham leaves Milwaukee rail machinist post for James foundry, cut of one hour day time cited. Mrs Juin Whitting improving. Norwegian Lutheran Ladies Society hosting at church. youths to be entertained by Mable Thorson and others.
The jury in the libel suit of ex-Sheriff Peter J. Sime of Prairie du Chien failed to reach an agreement after more than two hours deliberation following an overnight session. Judge John Venit discharged the jurors after they reported no verdict, with the only agreement being on a partial anesthesia question from day one.
An old medical critique argues physicians must rely on digestion cure rather than quack remedies. It attacks overreliance on Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets, claiming digestion fixes ailments and promising free samples from F. A. Stuart Co. in Marshall Michigan.
A long endorsement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy for thirty five years of sale and proven efficacy across countries and climates. It highlights pure ingredients free of opium or chloroform, careful formulation, and dealer guarantees satisfaction or money back.
The court will not permit press entry again under the current dispute. Proceedings halted as officials cite a recent disagreement affecting media access to the hearing.
A musical and literary program at the William Doerflinger Mutual Benefit associate meeting at Doerflinger Park store drew an enthusiastic audience. Har ry C. Whittier praised returning with the store, while performances included mandolin, piano, violin, vocal solos, recitations, and character sketches by local artists. Light refreshments followed as the evening ended in sociable strolling.
The clerks and managers of Be R. Barron dry goods store depart after hours for Campbell’s town hall for an evening of games and dancing. Lepper will be served at the hall. The item ends with a noted quip on egotism.
Congressman Bartholdt, chair of the public buildings committee, seeks 80 million for new public buildings. Over 600 bills introduced, with more in sight. He notes only 0 per cent of the total funds may be appropriated this session while government revenues fall by about 1 million monthly amid monetary distress and a depressed economy. A large surplus exists but banks are poised to return funds.
City Attorney John I. Doherty will depart for Milwaukee to serve as temporary chairman at the state Democratic convention. Sixteen delegates will be elected to go to the national convention, likely held later in Denver, Colorado. Doherty also has a case in circuit court tomorrow but plans to attend the convention.
A repairer on Burlington road at Grand Crossing was injured when a heavy casting toppled onto his car during repair work. He escaped serious lasting harm, returning home to have the injury dressed at 1882 Berlin street and remaining off work for several days.
A chimney fire yesterday on the North side at 4100 Kane Street No 4 caused no damage to the residence despite the blaze being reported by responding units. In Dayton's Bluff a Burlington road brakeman injured his hand Wednesday when a switch engine bumped a car, others uninjured. Franko in Italy Provides Update on Ex-Dictator Fries improving and attends funeral plans for Saturday.
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