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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1908
Page
4
In Des Moines on February 27 a burglar found a Bible verse "Thou shalt not steal" inside Mrs. Marvy Sumpter’s Bible and surrendered after discovering $190. he later took the remaining $580 from the home, believing his discovery was by chance.
Mrs. Albert Nowak Jr of 1528 Johnson Street was accosted at 7:50 PM near the Mill Street crossing by a stranger who tried to snatch her purse. She held on, the thief fled, and she remained frightened for the rest of the evening. no description was obtained.
In Brainerd Minnesota a blaze at Hines store killed Dena Doyle and injured Milton Owens and others. Frank Owens saved his wife by tossing her from a window as he leaped out. Willis Johnson perished in the flames. Z M Owens and Lester Johnson suffered severe injuries, with Owens in hospital in Blackduck as he recovers.
Special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs, and is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults. O. T. Erhart.
A surprise party celebrated Mr and Mrs Charles Blanchard s twentieth wedding anniversary at their home 612 Rose Street. Guests included H X Baumgarten W Stottera George B Marvin Mr and Mrs Saltz and Mr and Mrs Lampman.
Mrs B F Perry hosts Miss N Webster of Viroqua in town to attend grand opera and stay at 12235 Avon street. A Methodist church social will be held at Mrs McCann’s, with assistance from Mesdames Bond Mallory and Woodrick. Mrs Owen McCarthy of Lanesboro visits son J H McCarthy at 1413 Caledonia street. Elsie Groesner, Fifth Ward School teacher, is ill with grip. Richard O Gar returns from St Paul. John Hanson stays at his Caledonia street home.
A newspaper item reports multiple bovine deaths linked to cattle consuming sharp metal objects. Authorities note cattle ingest metal fragments causing lethal heart injuries and severe internal damage. Farmers advise vigilance and removal of metal litter from grazing areas.
A discussion on fat disease's impact on families and the touted Rengo fat cure is presented alongside a Wisconsin dairy veterinary meeting. Reports describe women burdened by obesity and the promise of daily use of Rengo, with noted sales by The Rengo Co. and local druggists. Separate Wisconsin veterinary talks reveal cows ingesting nails and wires, occasional heart involvement, and varied outcomes from operations.
The village of Rival in Emmons County near Flaxton on the Soo line was completely wiped out by fire last evening. Total loss estimated at 30000 dollars.
John Till of Somerset was found guilty by a jury in Greenwood Wisconsin of practicing medicine without a license. He was fined 100 dollars and sentenced to three months in county jail. An appeal was filed and he was released on a 500 dollar bond.
Advertises Foley and Erhart’s remedy as a genuine yellow package cure for la grippe coughs and prevention of pneumonia. Mentions O. T. Erhart and urges refusal of imitations.
Milwaukee, Feb. 27. Mayor Becker issues an order requiring the immediate removal of every street sign in the city. Signs must be down within forty eight hours to comply with the ordinance’s wording.
Night riders opened fire on Bruce Gregory’s farmhouse near Hopkinsville Kentucky early today forcing Gregory his wife and infant to flee The family barely escaped and the woman was shot at as she called for help A militia party is pursuing the attackers.
Chippewa Falls reports Nicholas Patrik, after a three year Westward absence and fortune, returns to Delmar home to find his wife in another's arms. He hires an attorney in Stanley to sue Louis Schlepka for alienation of his wife's affections seeking 5000 dollars.
Italian grocer Domenico Pistorio of 279 Jefferson street received three threats from an alleged Black Hand society in Chicago. The latest letter demanded 1009 dollars to be deposited Tuesday near the freight warehouses of the Chicago and North Western Railway in Milwaukee’s Third ward.
All Saints Episcopal church built for 35000 during Father Seldon P. Delaney's pastorate will be sold at sheriff's sale to the highest bidder on April 18 unless two outstanding bills totaling nearly 2000 dollars are paid before that date.
Pitch pine once viewed as nearly worthless has gained demand as a material for cranberry barrels, elevating its value for local timber markets.
In Hastings at St. Boniface church Nicholas G. Wagner and Miss Rose E. Sieben wed with Rev. Conrad Glatzma ier presiding. In Redwood Falls a forgery arrest was made as Miss Mary Greenburg allegedly raised a $3.05 check to $21 cashed at the Farmers and Merchants bank. In Columbus the Homestead elevator and its 18 000 bushels of grain and 120 tons of coal burned at 6 30, total loss estimated at 25000.
A five legged calf is raised on a Spooner area farm. The animal appears normal aside from a leg and hoof growing from its back center.
Everybody is welcome when we feel good and that comes from proper digestion. Dr. King's New Life Pills regulate the stomach liver and bowels so well you feel good after using them. 25c at O. T. Erhart's drug store.
George Jabarly of St. Paul sues Rochester Minnesota for 1500 dollars claiming injuries from a fall caused by a defective sidewalk. The city may be named as a party if payment is not made.
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