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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
6
La Crosse escaped the worst of a blizzard as Des Moines Milwaukee and towns south and west faced heavy snow and wind. Milwaukee saw 40 mph gusts and many shelter needs. Des Moines traffic halted and trains east and south were late due to heavy snowfall.
The Park store hosted a managers dinner with Doerflinger and Whittier praising growth, cooperation, and plans to expand toward a million-dollar business in five years. Speakers included Muth Forseth and Rose, with Thornbury noting talkative charm. the event sparked intent to make monthly dinners a standard feature.
A health authority urges higher water intake to prevent stomach, kidney, and bladder issues and promotes a vegetable-based remedy with Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla to be taken after meals and at night. The advice stresses avoiding overuse of patent medicines and emphasizes hydration.
A terse report states Kingsley claims a fish felled Seining Law Ko in an incident described as smithered. The brief notes no clear details on location or date.
A municipal court case centers on claims where the perceived benefit outweighs the loss. The ruling may set a precedent affecting similar disputes in the city. Officials emphasize outcomes that favor public welfare and fiscal prudence.
The La Crosse Motorboat Club reports strong progress with plans to elect new officers and expand to about 125 members as the season opens. Past thefts have dropped to two after a reward system. one generator was recovered after a $25 reward, and early signs show better protection of boat houses and property.
A columnist notes that modern writing is hard to grasp for readers with a pure mind, suggesting the abundance of obscure or perplexing material in print today. The remark reflects frustration with contemporary prose and comprehension challenges.
An OCR like string of numbers and letters appears without clear context or readable facts. It includes sequences such as 2,887 3,574 and 2,978 590 a3 78 50 65 23, with no identifiable people places organizations dates or events.
A picked five consisting of F. Williams E. Stender E. Getts G. Watkins and A. Hunt left at noon for West Salem to meet the Wet Salem Bowling Club this afternoon. The squad aims to reverse a prior crushing defeat and seeks revenge on the road. Later the Stars and White Sox of the La Crosse league will bowl at the Hunt alleys this evening.
Manager Guggenbuehl reports the Giants defeated the Hillsboro White Sox 26 to 23. He expects the New York team to face the locals at the armory this evening and predicts a strong showing.
The trial presents questions for the jury on negligence and injury to the plaintiff's right eye. It asks whether the defendant was negligent, if the injury was a probable consequence, whether ordinary care should have foreseen harm, if the injury was an accident without negligence, and the amount of damages if recovery is allowed.
The R L Kenyon company at 619 Main Street installed an automatic cushion pecker and filler for boat cushions. Built by F Fran boat Works of Louisville the device replaces three workers and uses air to pick fillings and place them. It is described as a unique machine for the market.
The Holy Trinity church Ladies Society hosted a card party at St. Leo hall last evening with about 40 tables. Prizes were awarded after a banquet. men’s honors went to Joseph Frisch and Fred Justen while ladies’ honors went to Mrs. William Thiele and Mrs. Charles Goethe. Consolation prizes were won by J. Poppenphus and Agnes Arenz.
The body of the late Thomas A. Giles, former city resident, will arrive this evening from Minneapolis over the Milwaukee road at 9:05. Funeral is set for tomorrow at 2:20 from 1718 West Avenue South, with interment at Oak Grove cemetery. Giles was a member of the local Eagles and the barbers’ union.
Secretary Oliver Ash of the Y M C A. shows marked improvement after a serious illness and is expected to be about soon. Assistant Secretary C H Hiller leaves for Manchester Iowa to be with his ill mother.
Washington February 19 Rear Admiral Sperry commander of the fourth division of Admiral Evans fleet has been chosen to command the new Philippine Naval Station upon his arrival. He will sail with the Kentucky Kearsarge Illinois and Alabama to assume duties.
A short reflective piece argues advice causes no harm even if not taken. It notes readers rarely follow tips, yet suggests value in offering guidance without expectation of action. The tone is prudent and slightly wry, focusing on discretion and the boundaries of counsel.
A period piece touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for pelvic weaknesses in women, claiming to restore freshness and beauty after marriage and motherhood. It extols the formula's all natural ingredients, warns against neglect, and notes endorsements by physicians.
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