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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1908

Page

6

Senate furies flare as Aldrich fails to present treasury data

Washington DC January 20. In a charged session the senate demanded statistics on currency relief, national panic circulation, and Panama canal security. Senator Culberson pressed for the treasury report, Senator Aldrich admitted nonarrival and the resolution passed amid Democratic glee and Republican disgust. The scene underscored treasury friction and hints of Cordelebu’s discontent with White House and Congress.

Washington The la Crosse Tribune Washington, D. C J. C. Welliver Senate Secretary of the Treasury Aldrich Treasury Culberson Panama Canal Cortelybu White House Congress

Permanent auditorium raid pledged by Saengerfest committees

A tri committee meeting of the Saengerfest Trades and Labor and Board of Trade committees favored building a permanent auditorium. Solicitation will start soon and subscriptions are already forthcoming. A special meeting will be called to act on resolutions. A Trades' and Labor Council committee was elected to meet with the other two committees.

Saengerfest, Trades and Labor and Board of Trade Committees John L. Utermoeui Saengerfest Association Board of Trade Tomorrw Trades’ and Labor Council Panke J. J. Serres J. Hegenbartu

Temperance Law in Parliament Row

London January 20. The National Freedom Defense League denounces temperance reform as a threat to liberty and urges unity to resist government pledges to temperance. The licensing bill to curb saloons end Sunday sales and tighten weekday pub control will be a central, bitter clash when Parliament convenes January 29.

London National Freedom Defense League

Old Schoolmate Credits Educator Prof Woodward at 81

Fitchburg Mass Professor Calvin Milton Woodward Lb D a noted manual training educator lectured nationwide and appears in the Fitchburg High School Annual Christmas edition. He has long served state and national education groups and is a member of the national council of education. A childhood friend in Fitchburg sent the copy.

Calvin Milton Woodward Fitchburg Mass M. L Conklin South Wsighth Woodward National Council of Education

Alfred Olson on Trial for Robbery Proceedings Continue

Judge Fruit presides as Skaar leads Olson defense with a panel including Keinking, Hinigen, Trepte and Poehling. The court hears on new trial for James Howard convicted of burglary as Hartwell plans appeal. Divorces granted: Eline Dahl from Hans Dahl. Nellie Wieseman from Louis Wieseman citing desertion and threats.

James Howard

Brownsville Man Not Put On Trial

Caledonia Minn January 20 A continuance was taken today in the hearing of James Golleran charged with assaulting Margaret Neuchicken aged 4 near Brownsville Minn A crowd of angry villagers threatened to lynch Golleran The illness of Mrs Neuchicken wife of the complainant prompted a ten day delay He remains confined in the county jail.

Caledonia Min James Colleran Margaret Neuchicken Brownsville Minn Golleran Nenchicken Qolleran

Moon rivers and honey myths challenge water claim

A poetic line contends moons rivers flow with honey while scientists state there is no water on the moon. The text reflects a mythic view long held by lovers as a sweet old legend.

Eventful Life of Benji M Reynolds Chronicle

The obituary chronicles B M Reynolds who died in Morgan City Louisiana on the way to Los Angeles. Born in Barnard New England he rose from poverty to Dartmouth College graduating in 1852 and becoming a noted educator and superintendent in multiple states. He married twice and left four children and a brother.

B. M. Reynolds Morgan City Los Angeles Mr. Reynolds New England Poston Chicago Mrs. Reynolds Northfield Barnard New Emeland Darmouth College Madison Vis la Crosse Faribault Fergus Falls Rock Island Wisconsin State Teachers’ Association Wisconsin Minnesota Northwest Eel Morey Milissa Ritter Mattoon Iil Reynolds H.C. Stevens R. S. Reynolds St. Paul J. E. Reynolds Mankato Grace Reynolds Child's Hospital Albany WN. C Elmer Vermont Rice County Congregational Church Mason

Burns-Meier Fight Pictures A Treat At Lyric

The Lyric theatre presents Burns-Meier fight pictures a top attraction. The ten round English classic, Burns knocking out Moirer, is shown in clear detail. Also featuring Bandit King and Onick, I am on Fire. Manager W J West raises admission to 20 cents despite higher eastern prices for this week.

Lyric Theatre Burns-Meier England Tommy Burns Northwest W. J. West la Crosse

Ole Torresen Purchases New Team from L. Jenks the Ice Man

Ole Torresen, who previously lost in an incendiary diary fire, has purchased a new team from L. Jenks the ice man. The deal marks Torresen's return to competitive activity amid recent turmoil and transfer of ownership.

Ole Torresen L. Jenks Ice Man

Postal Clerks Convene in Oshkosh for State Meeting

The eighth annual Wisconsin State Association of Postoffice Clerks convention will be in Oshkosh on July 4 with a program of entertainment by the Oshkosh employer. Delegates expect a record turnout and a postlude banquet with remarks from leaders including Frank T. Rogers and E. W. Keyes. Officers include BE. C. Zander president and G. M. Wenzel secretary.

Wisconsin State Association of Postoffice Clerks la Crosse Oshkosh Madison Attendanc&te Post Office Clerks’ Association Birmingham Ala Frank T. Rogers Chicago Association D. C. Owen Milwaukee J. H. Davidson Post Office Department State Association BE. C. Zander Manitowoc Carl B. McCabe J. A. Wirka

Thaw’s New Testimony Recounts Old Murder Case Details

Evelyn Thaw’s testimony describes Thaw urging marriage amid family objections and lingering claims that White ruined their lives. He shows agitation at night and talks of suicide, while Evelyn notes earlier, harsher details were trimmed or avoided to spare her feelings. The court adjourned and Thaw’s deteriorating mood continues to color his statements.

Thaw White Evelyn Joe Abe Hummel Hummel Grand Htel Monte Carlo Dell

Arrested for Theft of Skates

Detective John W. Taylor arrested Jake Mullen of the North Side on a charge of stealing a pair of club skates from William M. Hentschell at his Meat Market on Rose Street. Hentschell had been away eight weeks and worked at Cash ton. Mullen was taken to the Central Police Station after skates were reported recovered.

John W. Taylor Jake’’ Mullen North Side William M. Hentschell Hentschel Rose Street William Hentschell Cashton Tavylon Mullen Central

Madison Pitcher Aims to Buy Glub Franchise

Ed Smith, former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher who finished 1807 with Madison, Wisconsin, seeks to purchase the South Pend. Ind. franchise in the Central leattle. Harry Arndt of the Cincinnati Reds is linked to the deal.

Ed Smith St. Louis Cardinals Madison Wis Harry Arndt Cincinnati Reds Smith

Lost Saturday gold brooch reward offered

Lost Saturday gold brooch. Tf found return to 1220 Pine. Reward. For rent furnished rooms modern improvements 504 So 6th. For rent three furnished rooms with bath for light housekeeping 12% So 3rd St. For sale Reo touring car in good condition Enquire 316 Mill Street.

Reo Touring Car Mill Street

Garter Gift Sparks Assault Between Ex College Mates

In Des Moines Iowa on January 20, Mrs. Carl L. Clemens wife of a wealthy Washington lumberman and attorney C H Dash face a serious altercation sparked by a garter gift from ten years past. Clemens and Dash had a prior feud after Dash gave a garter during college days. Clemens accuses Dash of the act and threatens harm. Dash remains in critical condition and Clemens faces assault charges set for January 24.

Des Moines Carl L. Clemens Washington C. H. Dash Methodist Hospital Clemens Dash Simpson College Miss Smith Dosh Pacific Coast Sigma Nu

Fielding to Open Week at Park Roller Rink

Prof H E Fielding hailed as the United States’ most graceful skater will open a week long engagement at the Park Roller rink tonight. Exhibitions include trick, fancy, acrobatic, club foot skating with side steps dancing waltzes and spins. He will also perform object lifts from the floor and a continuous one skate whirl around the rink. Manager Willing provides special music for the run.

H. E. Fielding United States Park Roller Rink Prof. Fielding Fielding Willing Prof

Revival of old question on jury trial for hanging in canal zone

In Washington the issue is whether a Jamaican murderer in the Panama Canal Zone may be hanged without a jury trial. The case has reached federal courts as officials worry over Supreme Court review and the zone’s lack of juries, echoing prior Philippine rulings.

Washington The la Crosse Tribune Washington, D. C J. C. Welliver United States Supreme Court Blackburn Philippines Henge Supreme Paama Canal Zone

Ready to Build Q Train Sheds West of Depot

Work began this morning on the large train sheds to be built west of the Burlington depot. They will surround the curve and extend to Jay Street, adjoining the depot along their full length. The plan shows sheds reaching from the building to the track edge to shelter passengers on the platform in bad weather. The engineer estimates about two months to complete the project.

Burlington -Epot Jay Street Biue

Al Zoeller Burns Foot On Spilled Metal

Al Zoeller a moulder at the La Crosse Plow company is laid up at 30 Wall street with severe foot burns after spilling hot metal. He initially returned to work last week believing the injury minor, but condition worsened prompting extended treatment at home.

al Zoeller Wall Street Zoeller la Crosse Plow Company

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