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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1908
Page
4
Robert Edeson outlines what he would do if told he had seven hours to live in advance of his La Crosse appearance with the new play Classmates. He cites choices shaped by temperament and suggests seeking peace with his creator, sharing money with the worthy, and dying in harness on stage in a final death scene.
Milwaukee proposes a 2.6 million investment in harbor improvements including new wharves breakwaters bridges and waterways to be funded by debt certificates. The plan remains tentative as of February 10.
John Olson, 17, was arrested on suspicion of setting Herbert Coolidge’s barn on Wood Street afresh after a confession that he burned it to get even for alleged unpaid money. Police say the second fire used oil soaked rags. Olson faces court today.
Friday evening Charles Bonneville entertained friends at 1316 Charles Street in honor of Rev. W J Turner former pastor of the North side who recently resigned for a new pastorate. About twenty attendees from North Presbyterian church enjoyed a pleasant social hour and light refreshments.
Milwaukee officials consider adding two new trains to connect La Crosse with Milwaukee to provide better service. If approved the schedule would change for existing trains with a new eastbound departure at seven in the morning and a westbound arrival around 7 p.m.
City Electrical Inspector Martin ruled the wiring at St James Church dangerous to life and property. Rev Murphy said he was unaware of any risk to life but acknowledged rewiring would be necessary if property safety was compromised.
Miss Anna Schaffer of Canada has returned home after a few weeks visit with her sister Mrs. J. H. Ryan at 1524 Loomis Street.
J Pierpont Morgan denies a sensational New York interview attribution in which a Paris editor quotes him warning American workers that if their demand on capital is not changed they will be starved into submission.
Mr. H. Herrison of St. Paul visits his daughter Mrs. J. H. Ryan on the North side. Mr. Henderson of Dakota stays with Arthur R. Schulze on Rose street during his visit.
A Washington government department clerk describes a shift from sandwiches and coffee to Grape-Nuts for lunch. He credits the cereal with removing afternoon fatigue and sustaining energy for steady work. The testimonial ends with a promotional nod to Postum Co. and the Road to Wellville.
A group of North Side youths has been arrested on the North Side charged with breaking into box cars in the yards of the C M and St P road. Road officials had reported numerous robberies at La Crosse and the arrests stem from those complaints. Police expect further arrests as the gang carried on systematic thefts.
Passenger business on all roads is down with half or fewer travelers. A Southern Minnesota conductor on the 211 mile Jackson to city run notes average ridership above 300 but only 153 rode yesterday. The trend shows fewer travelers than any other time of year.
Mr and Mrs T Goyette of 2008 Loomis street entertained Saturday evening for their daughter's first birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs J Asselin Mrs Carl Bijeska Mr and Mrs Herbert Brown Mr and Mrs G W Wolfe Roland Wolfe Marcella Wolfe and Carl Bijeska.
Prominent Burlington Grand Crossing conductor C. W. Flint is promoted to passenger service. He will run between Minneapolis and Savannah on trains Nos. 48 and 51.
Mrs T Allen will host a coffee and supper on February 18 at 1216 Avon Street to raise funds for St James church. It marks the fifth in a winter series of church benefit coffees with many ladies assisting and a well attended event expected.
Fire broke out Saturday afternoon in the rear summer kitchen of Mrs. H. Mayer at 510 Mill Street. Damage was slight and the house was saved thanks to the quick work of the firemen.
Henry Davis, formerly at H. L. Partridge drug store, now in Prairie du Chien, visited relatives on the North Side. Catholic church pulpits announced Bishop Schwebach’s talk on February 12 at the nights of Columbus hall. Rev Ambrose Murphy will be away briefly with Rev Father Lynch assisting. Lutheran Hospital Sewing Society met at Mrs. Charles Marking’s. Mrs. D. O. Weida left for a short visit. Master J. Jensen ill with the grip. R. Caya left for Rock Island for a C B Q short line position. Master Raymond Olson returns to school after illness. George Marteau recovering from a serious operation and move home. Henry Davis spent Sunday renewing acquaintances in Prairie du Chien. Mrs. F. Doty of Virginia visiting sister Mrs. B. W. Schultze. Rev. L. L. Sanders’s condition improved. he attended Sunday school. Ke J Ho Ryap returned from Canada. Carl Burkland took a job as paper hanger and painter for Mrs. G. Anderson. The 12 year old Malay child recovered from mumps.
The article reports Freeport Illinois residents questioning whether Dr William Levingston is the same person as William A Rockefeller, the portrait subject in McClure's Magazine. It notes Levingston lived as a traveling physician and medicine dealer, similar to the elder Rockefeller, and cites evidence cited by the New York World.
The Wisconsin Press Association accepted an invitation to convene in Menomonie Wisconsin on March 10 and 11. A $100 prize will be offered for the best story on Menomonie printed after the convention with a $50 prize for the second best.
African Naro living near nature showed unaffected teeth due to undigested foods and strong digestion. The ad argues civilized diets cause dyspepsia and tooth issues, recommending Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure and promising a free sample by mail from F. A. Stuart Co., Marshall, Mich.
Chicago markets show corn and oats prices easing with May and July quotations. Hog futures and cash prices drift lower amid modest demand. Minneapolis deliveries and receipts indicate softer nearby tones. Cattle and sheep also listed as weak with declines expected in many classes.
Market brief notes wheat futures slipped as Sed lower while corn also declined. Traders awaited more supply news and demand signals keeping prices under pressure for the session.
The Chicago market shows hogs opening today with an estimated 75,000 head, about 2,468 left over. prices 4.05 to 4.37 dollars, down about 10 cents. Cattle on offer estimated 37,000 with 10 to 15 cents lower, while sheep estimated 28,000 with 10 cents lower prospects.
Chicago markets note 24,000 bushels wheat 65,000 corn 75,000 oats sold. Seaboard exports 72,000 wheat 24,000 corn. Car lots show 254 wheat 356 corn 153 oats. Minneapolis car counts 338 versus 3878 and Duluth 58 versus 30.
Chicago business in indemnities shows activity with Burrell prominent in wheat purchases totaling 1 690 900. Lowitz and Shearson Lammil led further net buys on wheat while professionals sold off downs and Carson Hammill and Peavy were top sellers of ups.
Broomhall Cable Wheat opened down five percent and fell another four percent to TM percent as weaker American cables and British statistics weighed in. Argentine offerings remained liberal while cargo demand stayed weak.
World shipments last week reached 12 096 000 units, up from 11 512 000 the previous week and 10 528 000 a year ago. Corn shipments last week were 2 478 000, down from 3 316 000 the prior week.
The Board of Public Works will install a device allowing sprinklers to be filled from small wells on boulevards. Officials say drawing water from corner hydrants harms the system, and residents dislike tall standpipes. About 50 connections may be bought. the exact number is undecided. The device, supplied by Streckbein, is already used in St. Louis.
A large turnout of about 125 members attended yesterday afternoon’s mixed chorus rehearsal for the 1908 Queen Gerfest at Frohsinn hall led by Prof. Oscar Frey. Sunday’s session will feature Kreutz orchestra accompaniment and the whole chorus. The Arion and Mozart clubs of St. Paul plan soon to visit La Crosse to arrange accommodations for their delegations, with Anton Gleissner Otto Luedtige John Guenther and Charles Ernst named as delegates.
New York Feb 10 The Japanese wrestler Taniemon Hitachiyma who recently met President Roosevelt said the president would make a good American style wrestler but is too slow for ju jitsu. He noted Roosevelt’s gentleness and proposed a friendly contest aboard the Lusitania.
Rev James McCabe former university president is appointed to succeed Father Burrowes as president of Marquette University Milwaukee Wisconsin February 10 19 Read The Tribune Sporting News
Creamery butter advances a cent to 38 cents per pound at retail. Fresh tomatoes drop five cents while sweet potatoes rise to 7 cents per pound. Young carrots and beets listed at 8 cents per bunch. Old chickens priced higher due to scarcity of young birds.
The list presents varied produce prices from apples to cranberries and oysters, with quotes for fresh, choice, and standard options. It also includes grains, poultry, butter, eggs, vegetables, fish, cheese, and wood, credited to multiple suppliers and markets, reflecting a dense catalog of commodity costs.
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