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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
5
A 12 year old girl, Frances Storr, has attracted attention for preaching in London and Norton near Doncaster after beginning her ministry last September. Her mother, a missionary, allowed her to participate and the child reportedly preached with notable impact to listeners.
Chicago February 21 The comptroller of the currency issued a call for reports of national bank conditions as of the close of business February 14.
The Brotherhood of American Yeomen marks its eleventh anniversary with plans for a February 27 initiation of over one hundred new members at the Knights of Columbus hall. A banquet at Hotel Stoddard follows, with notable speakers including John D. Denison Jr. and F. A. Johnson. The event features regalia, an orchestra, and a reception by local and Des Moines deputies.
A long list shows John F. Doherty in Chicago on legal matters and Cameron Baldwin returning from Madison. Numerous locals and visitors arrive or pass through La Crosse including J R Davidson Wausau business trip and births, with extended mentions of Dr. Will Powell and others. District Attorney Bosshard returns from Waupun.
Edward Cole 19 of Bloomingdale died from brain concussion after falling from a wagon load of hay at Viroqua on February 21. Also noted is a report of Mrs. Chris Sortney 55 near Bristow being found severely insane and sent to Mendota. A separate item mentions a Westby meeting to organize an independent telephone association among three companies.
A man seeks only a little here below but typically ends up with more of what he does not want, illustrating a paradox of desire and outcome.
Local Saenger fest association directors met at Germania hall and prepared a large list of prominent business and professional men to be approached for support of the 1908 Saenger fest. Plans for collecting funds for the temporary fest housing were completed with many committees taking up the work enthusiastically.
Four men died and four others were fatally injured after a mine descent near Wilkesbarre. Rescue crews worked at the scene while authorities investigated the cause of the accident.
A brief description of a white albatross blouse with hand embroidered flowers and English eyelet leaves. Sleeves are leg of mutton with a turnback cuff and white braid trim matching the high stock turnover.
The Festbe hoerde of the 1908 Saengerfest met at Germania hall last evening. Richard Law faces contempt charges for allegedly failing to pay $10 monthly temporary alimony to Emma Law, with contempt proceedings arranged before Judge Fruit. Edward Van Dorn, a local police figure, was arraigned on vagrancy charges but released after promising to leave the city and not return to court before Judge Brindley.
A hazing incident at a high school prompted police involvement but the offenders sought forgiveness from the O'Brien family. After apologizing, the group was hosted for a large meal, their harsher feelings softened by hospitality and reconciliation. Read The Tribune want ads.
Knights of Columbus hosts an informal dancing party at the Main street hall with refreshments. The Euterpean club meets at 8 in the old high school auditorium on Eighth and Main, with a Mendelssohn Holmes Reynolds program led by Ada Clark and J. W. Congdon including piano, voice, and lecture pieces.
The ninth annual hall of Company M Wisconsin National Guard at Woodman hall in the Linker building drew dignified army presence with dress uniforms and regimental music. The event ran from 9 30 p m to 2 30 a m with supper from 11 30 to 12 30 and featured detailed committee roles for arrangements invitations decorations reception and floor management.
Charles W. Morse, back from Europe after a three week absence, declares his financial outlook is very much brighter and more hopeful. Yesterday was a red letter day as he avoided arrests or bail summons on an indictment for the first time since his return last Sunday.
George Dixon a carpenter on the American collier Abarenda killed Walter Weichert chief officer by severing his head. Weichert had recently jailed Dixon for disobedience or orders, motive believed. Read The Tribune Sporting News.
The Florida Mid-Winter international exposition at Jacksonville showcases a magnificent exposition building and high class exhibits on the trail. Thousands visit daily with a grand fireworks display and a standout stone fireplace and mantel by McCarrel-Compo Stone Company near the center south entrance of the palace of industry.
Mathilde Marchesi renowned vocal coach dies in Paris at age 78. Born in Frankfurt in March 1826, she debuted in 1844 and trained stars including Ilma Di Murska Etelka Gerster Gabrielle Kraus Galli Marie Emma Calve Sibyl Sanderson and Nellie Melba.
A Burlington railroad report says salaries of clerks raised 10 percent about a year ago will be cut. The reductions are expected to be small for individuals but substantial in total for the company.
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