La Crosse Board of Trade Elects 1908 Officers
New officers for 1908 include President B C Smith and Secretary A A Bentley with G Van Steenwyk as Treasurer. Directors chosen after a lengthy meeting with several resignations and nominations, dues policy to be set at a future session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board OF Trade
la Cross Board of Trade
B. C. Smit
Jona Dengler
G. van Steenwyk
A. A. Bentley
B. C. Smith
George H. Ray
J. M Holley
H. S. Thill
John M. Holley
C. P. Thompson
North Side
C. C. Looney
John L. Utermoehl
Louis LaVaque
North Side Grocer
John Dengier
F. G. Roth
Paul W. Mahoney
J. M. Holley
Edward Evans
J. J. White
William Panke
H. J. Hirschmer
A. A. Morris
Pierre Lavallee
Frank Winters
Wells E. Bennett
John F. Salz
J. L. Utermoehl
Utermoehl
Co. P. Thompson
Myrick Park
Delegates Go to State Convention in Milwaukee
City officials Jos M Sieger and W J Fries along with Clinton W Hunt depart for today’s state convention in Milwaukee. John F Doherty will serve as temporary chairman after Manson resignation as delegates are chosen to attend the national convention in Denver Colorado.
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Milwaukee
Jos. M. Sieger
W. J. Fries
Clinton W. Hunt
John F. Doherty
Manson
Denver
Colo
Offices Referee Baldwin Remodeling Completed
The offices of Referee in Bankruptcy Cameron L Baldwin were recently remodeled. The main wall was removed creating a more commodious entry and larger room.
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Cameron L. Baldwin
For Rent Front Room Furnished One Person Rental
Advertises a newly furnished front room for one person at 6 dollars per week in G11 South South.
Severe Attack Cured By Father John's Medicine
Miss Ellen McCormick of Fall River Massachusetts is recovering from a severe grip and pleurisy attack. She credits Father John’s Medicine as the sole remedy, calling it splendid for throat and lung troubles and a grand body builder. Sold by O T Erhart.
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Ellen McCormick
Orange Street
Fall River
Mass
Father John
La Follette Moves to Add Rider on Currency Bill
Debate continues on the Aldrich currency measure with Senator La Follette pressing amendments to fix details. The scene includes opposition to railroad bond inclusion and procedural maneuvers by Senator Heyburn slowing the bill’s progress. Republicans push radical amendments while Democrats mostly oppose the bill.
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Aldrich
Senate
la Follette
Heyburn
Rep
Idaho
Mathias Saxer Dies After Long Illness
Mathias Saxer died at St. Francis hospital after a three year illness at age 60. Born in Switzerland he lived in La Crosse for years and is survived by his widow and three daughters Lucy Emma and Mrs Ed Schilling among others. Funeral services will be Friday at 2 pm from 1107 South Sixth Street and 2:30 pm at German Methodist Church with Rev. Panzlau officiating. Interment will be at Oak Grove cemetery.
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Mathias Saxer
St. Francis Hospital
Mr. Saxer
Switzerland
la Crosse
Ed Schilling
Lucy
Emma Saxer
South Sixth Street
Panzlau
Oak Grove
Funeral of Doctor Fowler Tomorrow
The Rev. E. R. Burkhalper of Cedar Rapids First Presbyterian church will officiate at the funeral of the late Rev. Joseph K. Fowler D. D. The service is set for Thursday afternoon at 2 30 o clock at the First Presbyterian church.
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E. R. Burkhalper
D. D
First Presbyterian Church of
Cedar Rapids
Joseph K. Fowler
First Presbyterian Church
Robbery on Milwaukee Road Sleeping Car
Traveling man H A Anderson from Chicago reported a theft of about 85 dollars from his vest pocket while aboard Milwaukee road No 3 train en route to La Crosse. Detective B J Romaine investigated from a nearby berth as the thief vanished during the night and no crew could explain the entry or exit.
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Milwaukee Road
H. A. Anderson
Chicago
la Crosse
Anderson
Sparta
B. J. Romaine
Mexicans Attempt Mass Extermination in Santa Rosa Town
Report from Douglas Arizona dated February 12 describes an explosion scare in Santa Rosa mining town 21 miles south of Douglas. A boarding house was blown off its foundations, fifteen men were thrown through the roof but no deaths occurred. Suspected Mexicans fled to the district as detonations targeted mine officials and the company store. Governor Torres dispatched Rurales to investigate and secure the area.
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Douglas
Ariz
Santa Rosa
Torres
Paddock Case Presented to Jury in Negligence Trial
The judge questions whether the hydrant overflow caused the icy sidewalk fall and if the defendant had notice or reasonable diligence to remedy it. The jury weighs safety standards for day and night travel, ordinary care, constructive notice, and potential damages including medical bills and lost wages. Clerk Russel D. Smith resumed duties and swore in the jurors foreman.
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Russel D. Smith
Grocers Rally For Home Made Goods Support
La Crosse grocers reiterated loyalty to home made goods and promised active steps to boost local production. Speakers urged retailers to advertise and callers to ask for La Crosse products, praising factory workers who kept La Crosse plants running during the downturn.
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Montague
la Crosse
J. S Medary
Dais, Medary & Platz
Sai
Mr. Medary
Robert Calvert
Manufac’rers’ and Jobbers’ Union
Frank W. Sisson
Martin
L. H. Martin
Martin Bros
Krebaum Loses Suit Over Souvenir Prints
Tom Jones Art Publishing of Cincinnati sues C. A. Krebaum in circuit court for printing art souvenirs. The court rules for the plaintiff and awards $2385 in costs and damages.
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Krebaum
Tom Jones Art Publishing Company
Cincinnati
C. A. Krebaum
Mormon representatives attend Riley discussion error corrected
The Tribune reports that none of the Mormon representatives accepted the invitation to listen to Dr Riley's discussion of their religion was an error. Six elders and a score of followers were present at the event.
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Tribune
Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Related Remedies
Advertises Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as beneficial for nursing and expectant mothers and for various female ailments. Claims safety, no alcohol, and lists uses with Lotion Tablets and Antiseptic Suppositories as adjuncts. Also promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as the original liver pills, touting cleansing and regulation of the digestive system.
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Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Dr. Pierce
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