Mrs Darling Home Restored To Health
After an examination by Drs. Powell and Rowles Mrs W A Darling was discharged from parole and resumes citizenship fully cured of the melancholia that led her to Mendota nine months ago. She was paroled December 30 after transfer from Mendota to West Salem. her ailment was mental and physical weakness, not mania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. E. Powell
J. A. Rowles
W. A. Darling
West Salem Asylum
Mendota
Darling
West Salem
Jobbers Take Up Freight Closing
The Manufactur ers and Jobbers union directors meet at the La Crosse club this evening to arrange for the quarterly meeting next Tuesday. They will likely discuss closing the freight house by the railroad companies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers and Jobbers’ Union
la Crosse Club
Mutual Insurance Company Reports Electoral Board at Holmen Meeting
The La Crosse County Scandinavian Mutual Insurance company held its annual meeting in Holmen on January 5 electing a board: Cornelius Johnson president Thomas Johnson secretary and treasurer and P Knudson general agent. The board appointed sub agents and reported a strong financial balance with 593 policies in force totaling 1,124,882.00 and no assessments in 33 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Crosse
Trans- Boon
Treasury
La Crosse Grocers Ball Promises Grand Social Event
The annual La Crosse Grocers association ball set for January 28 at Linker hall on Main street. Committees handle arrangements refreshments advertising tickets and reception with a long roster of local names. Notable guests included Rev Moller Mrs Dow Prof Caw ley and several Misses and Messrs. Guests were served by Etta Willsie Dorset Helen Dorset and other helpers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Crosse Grocers’ Association
Linker Hall
Main Street
A. Anderson
J. Stuber
A. Hammes
A. Rennebohm
W. James
H. Taggart
John Tennneson
J. G. Jaekel
H. E. Schlicht
J. Beroa
George Bedessen
R. Hoefle
Co. Rick
J. B. Murray
Wyner Siebert Fritz
L. B. Raymond
August Grams
A. H. Englehard
N. Nustad
A. J. Beutler
A. J. Bruha
Ee Grams
Jno
Wiggert
A. Engan
C. Spettle
S. Boma
C. Jost
A. Ashla
M. Bo
Moller
E. E. Dow
Prof
Cawley
Ida
Mae Aiken
Nina Frame
Callie Lockman
Nora Nelson
Maud Boyd
Harrington
Falk
Messrs. Forseth
Hegge
Charlie Wesson
Harrison
Ruel Russell
Tucker
Campbell
Charles
John Bonneville
Etta Willsie
Miss Dorset
Helen Dorset
Orchestra Rehearsal And Farewell for Miss Dudley
The orchestra met Thursday evening led by Miss Hazel Josten. A reception was held Tuesday at Miss Phoebe Dudley's home before her Saturday departure for China. Members surprised her during class, and Refreshments were served. Mrs Cotman presented Miss Dudley with gold pieces in a sending gesture. The board meets Saturday at 2 30. A memory meeting is set for Sunday at 4 p m with members asked to bring their yearly texts. Bible class Monday 8 p m Social committee Monday 4 30 Membership committee Tuesday 4 15
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Josten
Association Rooms
Phoebe Dudley
China
Miss Dudley
Ladies Win Bridge Prizes at Mrs Westby’s Gathering
Mrs Julius Westby hosted a bridge afternoon with two tables. Prizes were awarded to Mrs Homer and Mrs George Wheeler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julius Westby
Bridge
Homer
George Wheeler
C S Club Afternoon Honors Prizes
Mrs. J A Bart hosted a Wednesday gathering of the C S club. Top prizes were earned by Mrs. P Flanagan and Mrs. Kinney, with second place to Mrs. Woolsey and Mrs. W Adams and consolation to Mrs. Berg and Mrs. Grooves. Mrs Frank Kinney to host the C S Card club next Wednesday at Pine Street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Bart
C. S. Club
P. Flanagan
Kinney
Woolsey
W. Adams
Berg
Grooves
Frank Kinney
C. S. Card Club
Pine Street
Wenday
Card of Thanks for Doll Contest Help at Park Store
Miss Mollie Frederickson extends gratitude to friends who kindly assisted her during the doll contest at the Park Store. Mollie and Mrs Frederickson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mollie Frederickson
Mollie
Mrs Frederickson
Hamlin Garland Lectures at Rockford College
The Rockford Republic reports a large reception for Mr and Mrs Hamlin Garland with a 7:30 pm lecture on America’s greatest composer Edward McDowell at Rockford College. Proceeds benefit Mrs McDowell’s fund. Miss Snell and Signorina De Fabritis provide a musical program before the talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockford Republic
Hamlin Garland
Rockford College
Friends Expect Help When Fellows Land in Jail
The saying notes that even when individuals are jailed, their friends anticipate offering aid. It reflects social expectations around loyalty and assistance within communities.
Woman Prefers Bride Look Over Wedding Attendance
A woman chooses to admire the bride’s attire rather than attend the wedding, expressing a preference that highlights fashion over formal participation.
Local notices highlight visitors and sales across Viroqua area
Hollie Lord visits friends in Viroqua. Dr J C Stormont of Viola visits parents. Mrs John Krogan undergoes hospital surgery. Bijou hosts amateurs. Muslin underwear and gowns on sale at Peet's 419 421 Main. George Summons of Winona in city on business. Dr Will Powell noted for women’s diseases and as consulting physician. Newtons return home after visiting. Alice Stumpf visits. Pennsylvania RR rider Mr B Jones visits city. Carriage line promotes service. D L McGuire promotes East Side Telephone. Health drinks at Nicholson Scott’s. Ella Schuman returns home from Rushford. Numerous sale items on muslin underwear and drawers at Peet’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FORD
Quality
Hollie Lord
Viroqua
J. C. Stormont
Viola
John Krogan
Bijou
L. D. Peet
Main Street
George Summons
Winona
Will Powell
Oscar Newton
Newton
Wis
Alice Stumpf
George Powell
B. Jones
Pennsylvania Railroad
Cunningham
Burlington
N. Neprud
Coon Valley
A. Groth
Farnam Street
East Side Telephone Company
Peet's
C. L. D. Craft
Milwaukee
Johnson Proposes Commodity Rate Legislation in Minnesota
Four railway bills were introduced in the Minnesota legislature led by a commodity rate measure from Gov. Johnson. The bill classifies freight types and sets charges per class, mirroring rates the attorney general was barred from enforcing. The old penalties are dropped, removing the core injunction basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Paul
Minn
Minnesota
Taboo On All Fraternities Ordered By Council Bluffs Board
Council Bluffs Iowa ordered all city fraternities to disband by February 1 after high school student Thomas H. Harvey suffered a permanent back injury from a shotgun paddle during initiation. Students who fail to comply face dismissal. the fraternal group blamed for the injury vows to defy the order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Bluffs
Iowa
Thomas H. Harvey
Harvey
Self Made Man Can't Kick On His Own Makeup
A self made man fails to kick on the material used in his makeup, leaving observers to question his foundational strength and craft.
City News G A R Holds Installation
The Wilson Colwell post of the G A R held a public installation of officers last evening in the court house rooms. A musical program and luncheon followed the installation.�
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Colwell
Court House
Viroquan
Ole Helgesen
Equitable Fraternal Union
Adice
Cotton
Madison
Fassett A. Cotton
Inérigna
la Crosse
Hero of Northfield Raid Dies in Minnesota at 75
Anslem R. Manning, famed for facing the Younger and James brothers during the 1876 Northfield raid, died in Northfield Minnesota at age 75 from heart disease. He stood in the open and fought until the outlaws fled, earning lasting local renown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northfield
Minn
Jan
R. Manning
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Sealshipt Oyster Carrier
Aim
John C. Burns
Schaefer & Ellers
la Crosse Floral Co
27Th and
Cass ST
ICE Cream & Butter Company
Moss
Third Street
Mrs. Darling
Women's New Garment Store
Reiman & Tordt
Main St
N. S. Bottling Works
Rose Street
Mutual Insurance Company Reports
Grocers
Miss Colwell
Christ Church
Colwell Court
Christ Church Choir
W.T. Irvine
Roger
W. T. Irvine
Jeweler
Johnson
City News
Taft
Augusta
Robert
Helen
Charlie
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