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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
6
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as restoring nerve energy that controls respiration digestion and circulation and includes a testimonial from W L Burke of Myrtle Creek Oregon. It claims thousands cured and offers a money back guarantee via the druggist.
President Roosevelt urges the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate proposed railroad wage cuts and disclose the true causes behind them. He warns that public peace and orderly traffic depend on clear facts, not partisan claims, and calls for mediation, conciliation, or arbitration as needed.
Tecob Oberst 81, a lifelong La Crosse resident, died after a brief illness with strangulated hernia while visiting his son Phillip in Superior. He lived at 1436 Farnam Street and is survived by his widow and six children. Funeral from Holy Trinity Church at 9 tomorrow, with interment at Catholic Cemetery. Miller brothers in charge.
The Yeomen movement gains momentum with new members, inviting others to join. Questioning identity, leaders urge individuals to embrace Yeomen values and participate in community activities.
Claims Diapepsin 22 grain triangules digest 3000 grains of food after meals. Promises no indigestion, belching, or headaches, with full formula printed on packaging and availability at pharmacies.
James Howard faces burglary charges in the night time for stealing an overcoat from a West Salem road schoolhouse and possibly jewelry. Postal Inspector Frazer hints at pursuing the Mindoro post office robbery if justice is not served. Attorneys Morris and Hartwell lead the defense as a large crowd is anticipated for the trial.
Horace G. McKinley formerly of La Crosse arrives in custody of Deputy U S Marshal J F Kergan after travel from the Orient aboard the America Maru. He faces Oregon land fraud indictments and a sensational pursuit spanning Shanghai Tien-Tsin Peking Mukden and Harbin as his escape from justice continues.
The jury awarded Herbert Coolidge ten thousand dollars for damages after trial over negligence questions. The case and related civil matters dominated the court docket with various verdicts and calendar entries noted. Judge Fruit postponed jury return to Monday while other suits proceed including contempt proceedings and dog injury disputes.
At a special stockholders meeting of the City Park Jockey Club in New Orleans on February 20 the club voted to restore the old betting setup using booths and big slates. The decision limits messenger access in the grandstand and contrasts with the fair grounds system, which will continue. John Hachmeister spoke for the track, affirming ongoing use at the fair grounds.
Police chase after a ham thief who robbed box cars in Winona yards. Captain McCaffrey and Patrolman Considine exchanged shots as the suspect crossed toward Wisconsin, then escaped and hid on the Wisconsin bank.
W H Blinston of this city through Morris and Hartwell filed a claim against the La Crescent school board for 711 with extras for seats and furniture. The board refused to pay about 600 dollars withheld claiming loss of state school tax receipts rent of another building and other items due to Blinstons failure to complete on time. The contractor demands payment and an extra bill of over 100 dollars. Case likely to go to trial soon.
William O Rourke a Chicago coal dealer testified before the legislative committee investigating the asylums that coal could be bought for 1 a ton at Lincoln while the state pays 1 76 He said the contractors also hold political positions and gave their names.
London reports that the government notified the house of commons negotiations are in progress for an arbitration treaty with the United States and that further details would be premature at this time.
The ad touts Doctor Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a superior blood purifier and tonic for stomach and liver ailments. It lists native roots and glycerine extraction, invites a free medical booklet, and promotes All-Healing Salve for ulcers and skin issues. It also hawks Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as stomach and bowel regulators.
In a few days the remodeling of the City Book and Drug Store building will start. The second floor becomes a suite of office rooms while the third floor is converted into two modern flats. Parkinson and Dockendorf issued the plans and expect completion in a short time.
Mrs William Thaw will visit her son Harry Endall Thaw at Mattewan criminal insane asylum to discuss settlement of the difficulties with his wife. The plan is set for the day after February 20 in New York.
W. Walters of New York will relocate to this city and has rented a house in the southern part to establish his future home.
Classified note requests a girl for general house work at 110 Main. The brief specifies a local, single-family job listing.
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