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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1909
Page
6
A fragmentary dialogue portrays a newly deceased man asking where he is and being told heaven is the place. The exchange includes humorous references to wings, a harp, four brass teeth, a tie, and a New York Herald citation.
The remark reflects social tension as a girl pursues personal growth while engaging with her community. It highlights balancing self development with neighborhood duties and expectations in a restrictive setting.
Reports from state capitols indicate multiple legislatures electing or reelecting United States senators. Notable results include Lee S. Rae re-elected in Raleigh North Carolina, Charles G. Hughes Jr. in Denver winning the Colorado seat, Elihu Root slated for New York, B. F. Shively chosen in Indiana, Boise Penrose reaffirmed in Harrisburg, Brandagee elected in Hartford, and William J. Stone or Jacob H. Gallinger in other capitals.
Douglas Robinson testified before a federal grand jury in the libel suit tied to the Panama canal controversy. Witnesses included Taft family members and Indianapolis press figures. the panel sought telegram copies from New York connected to Delavan Smith. The court ordered production of the messages, while Taft denied the articles against him.
Fire rages through Messina with scarce water and no clear paths for crews. City hall and Bank of Italy buildings burned. vast treasure is feared lost. Duke of Genoa aided firefighters and saved a woman from a collapsing wall moments before disaster struck.
A inexpensive home remedy combines Granulated Sugar Syrup with Pinex to form a cough medicine. The recipe yields about a pint, costs around fifty four cents, and is claimed to cure deep seated coughs within a day. It is suitable for children and adults and also helps with hoarseness and chest pains.
President Rooney of the La Crosse club reports a Duluth telegram delaying action while Northern league plans proceed. Decision hinges on Duluth’s forthcoming annual meeting in about ten days. Locals expect favorable reply and continue organizing toward the proposed league. Contemplated members include Duluth, Superior, Wausau, Eau Claire, La Crosse, and Winona or South St. Paul.
In Washington Jan 19 the House considered expunging Rep Willett's speech attacking President Roosevelt. Rep Thomas read the journal and West Virginia framed a resolution to strike the entire speech from the record. Payne suggested referral to a select committee and a special committee was appointed to study the matter.
Madison reports show La Crosse post office receipts for 1903 at 109567.93 dollars, down from 124836.79 dollars in 1907, lagging Madison and Milwaukee due to late start of large stamp users. Officials expect 1909 to be a more profitable year as receipts rise. La Crosse and Ashland are noted as the only offices showing receipts.
Sixty delegates and officers from about half a dozen states convene in La Crosse for the biennial national session of the Bohemian Catholic Workmen of America. The opening mass was held at St Wenceslaus church with sermons by Rev. Wieck and Rev. Schwebach.
President Roosevelt moves to halt California anti Japanese legislation after representations from the Japanese ambassador and a telegraph to Governor Gillette. The bills would bar Japanese land ownership leases longer than one year, create separate schools, and segregate whites and Japanese in certain city areas. A presidential letter and further U.S. views are forthcoming.
The divorce suit of Mrs. Clara Sterling formerly Clara Taylor a Washington musical comedy artiste opened in Edinburgh court. She counters her husband an ex lieutenant in the Scotland Guards who names Lord Northland son of the Earl of Ranfurly as corespondent. The Earl formerly governed New Zealand. Both admit a love correspondence but deny misconduct. The case stirs London society.
A dated exhortation urges readers to value emotion in judgment, warning that dismissing sentiment dulls perception and weakens understanding. The piece argues empathy guides wiser choices, contrasting stoicness with humane insight.
A senate vote defeated an effort to compel a probe of Ike. An amendment to allow investigation at any time failed as Speaker Ban Croft ruled out of order. Hughes mocked the ruling saying the steam roller works well. The majority opposes the probe and it is considered dead. Bills introduced follow with new topics in both houses.
Delegates at the international miners convention declare unity and prioritize the organization over leaders or factions. The mood shifts away from Lewis and Walker rivalries toward a potential pivot if John Mitchell arrives, with many telegrams urging his involvement and showing strong support for his leadership.
Judge Brindley condemned the family clash in a battery case with Gottfried Fuchs as defendant and Joseph Fischer as complainant. Fischer sued over Fuchs beating his wife, Mrs Fuchs, sister of the plaintiff. Both sides had battered each other and Fuchs paid a ten dollar fine plus court costs or ten days in jail.
Mr and Mrs A Palitzki depart tonight to attend the funeral of Mrs Rymarkowitz who died Sunday aged ninety two. The service will be held tomorrow morning.
Two Toland graduates secure excellent posts with Mattoon Timber & Land Co and several dozen students work for major firms. The text notes firms like Swift & Co and Studebaker seek competent Toland-trained staff, and that Great Northern employs seventy five. The Wisconsin Business University invites enrollment in La Crosse.
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