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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1908
Page
5
Portage Wisconsin July 6 Frank Weber a well known Caldwell farmer may lose his left hand at the wrist and his right eye after exploding a dynamite cracker built into a small cannon. The blast mangled his hand and blinded the eye while physicians plan possible amputation and attempts to save the sight.
Sparta Wisconsin July 6 postmaster D C Beebe dies suddenly at his home. He was among western Wisconsin’s oldest physicians and longtime partner in Beebe Sarles and Beebe. An army surgeon in the civil war he led the city’s board of education for over twenty years and previously served as mayor. He was appointed postmaster two years ago.
Henry Hendrickson received twelve thousand dollars in damages from the Wisconsin Central railroad for injuries sustained while working around switching cars in Waupaca Wisconsin on July 6.
A widow gains insight only after her husband leaves, suggesting lessons learned in absence. The remark frames grief as a catalyst for depth of understanding beyond shared years.
Boom Tim Ryan plans to boost his profile for a potential national committee role with two strong Iowa planks aimed at expanding support. He emphasizes growth and party unity ahead of key events and discussions within the state.
Denver dispatch reports Tim Ryan of Waukesha Wisconsin emerging as a possible vice presidential pick. The piece notes Ryan and State Chairman H H Manson claim an edge in committeeman races while others doubt the Tim Ryan surge. Former Congressman Martin J Wade brings red hot platform planks backing open sessions and open records in committees.
A married man imagines happiness hinges on wardrobe choices. He desires to wear his old clothes to business and reserve his best outfits for fishing trips.
A fitting description of a man who always looks you in the eye and pries into matters he has no business to know.
A round of brief items notes visits and departures. George H Hagenaw returns home from Reedsburg Wisconsin while Dr Will Powell specializes in diseases of women. Tom Bennett visits Spring Grove then heads back. F A Scofield travels southern Wisconsin on business. A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Wm Strauss of 1610 Market. Dr George Powell also listed as consulting physician. B M Pheatt of Milwaukee visits Ted Burns briefly. J L Utermoehl Jr heads to St Paul to visit relatives. William Wolf travels to Rochester on legal business. Solsten returns to Coon Valley from La Crosse. Dengler Saengerfest touted as best cigar. wholesale price noted. B J Olson of Rushford visits La Crosse. J F Fredericksk of Galesville in city on business. B Luedell of Houston renews acquaintances. Harry Taylor of West Salem visits La Crosse. John McLonger of Chaseburg calls on friends. O Narsessen of St Paul attends to friends in city yesterday.
In Viroqua Wisconsin on Sunday the Viroqua White Sox defeated La Crosse 3 to 1 after losing to La Crosse on Saturday. Bahl pitched for Viroqua, while La Crosse’s Boyer injured his ankle and Bahl was hit in the nose in the eighth. The Viroqua Grays beat Excelisior 4 to 16 at Soldiers Grove with scoring in the early innings.
Mrs. Gustav Helke of 1517 South Seventh Terrace died suddenly Friday night at Mound Prairie Minnesota where she had gone a week earlier to visit her sister Rheumatism of the heart is given as the cause. Funeral services will be held at the home at 10 30 and at 11 from the German Methodist church Interment will be in the cemetery near Chipmunk Coulee near Chaseboro She is survived by her husband and two daughters aged 7 and 9 years
The board of education meets at the high school tonight. The main item is choosing the superintendent of schools with Mr. Bird the sole candidate and likely to be reappointed. President Wm Luening plans to attend after a week away.
Ed Raymond and others report the Spanish War Veterans convention in Ripon Wisconsin as highly successful with increased membership. On the Fourth an address by Adjutant General Moardman and a mock battle were part of the program.
The Ringling Brothers World’s Greatest Show features a fifty member military band led by Albert C. Sweet. It is praised as one of the best US circus bands and the finest incidental music for a circus program. Before the show, the band offers an excellent concert of operatic and popular music.
A reflection on how family ties influence financial risk taking and the losses incurred while trying to provide for dependents without steady income. The statement highlights the pressure of supporting relatives and the costs of speculative ventures.
A concise reflection notes that women marry for varied reasons including love wealth and fear of being outpaced by others, suggesting social pressures influence marriage decisions.
The county buildings and grounds committee plans to let contracts for county building projects at a meeting tomorrow. Abraham Assfoor and George Flory, prominent Syrians, will be arraigned in police court this afternoon on charges of fighting and disturbing the peace. The Board of Trade will not meet this month due to summer vacation, with directors meeting soon to handle urgent business. Sewer work on Vine Street is delayed by rain after Olaf Swennes failed to start the contracted laying work. Ambrose Smith, son of James Smith, returns home well after treatment for a dog bite on the leg about a month ago.
Races at the fair grounds under Harry Palmer faced a heavy track but produced notable times. Big Tom owned by E. J. Fulton of Galesville clocked 1:06 for a half mile, near the track record, while Dr. Brown ridden by Palmer also drew praise. Otto Gudengchwager won the motorcycle two mile race in 3:46, with a close start and a decisive final lap.
The Westby clothing firm, closed last Friday, filed new articles of incorporation in Madison with capital of 15000. Incorporators are Julius Westby L B Westby and P D Gordon. Julius Westby to be manager. the firm will open about September 1 and offer a full line of high class clothing.
A cautious husband tries Postum after his wife’s coffee woes. She describes relief from palpitations and sleeplessness once coffee is avoided and Postum is prepared correctly. Her husband then joins her, noting visible improvement and declaring they are no longer coffee slaves.
Rain drenched many planned outdoor picnics on Saturday morning but by afternoon the sky cleared and sun returned. At the country club a fine fireworks display followed a dinners served by Mrs. Smith, drawing about a hundred guests with more joining to view the finale.
The Central W. C. T. U. will meet with Mrs. A. E. Thompson at 621 State Street on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
Mr and Mrs J M Hixon entertained at a Saturday dinner. Guests included Mme G C Hixon, Mr and Mrs George Hixon, Miss Kellerher of Chicago, Mr and Mrs Alexander Paul of Watertown Florida, Miss Crosby, and Messrs Sydam and Robert Hixon of Toledo Ohio.
Mr. E. A. Williams and daughter Miss Williams entertained yesterday at the Stoddard with guests Mr. and Mrs. Beatty Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Hurtgen and Mr. Sydney Law. Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Richards hosted a dinner Saturday night at the Stoddard with eleven covers.
A picnic party planned for Myrick park rescheduled indoors due to rain. The group moved to Dr Houck’s home where baskets of goodies were shared and savored beside a blazing grate fire with lively camaraderie.
Mr. Robert Hixon and Frank Sydam return to Toledo after a week at Mme G Cc Hixon home. Mrs. Anna Hickisch-Howland arrives from London to stay through the saengcerfest. Cc A Stam and family of Merrillan Wis spend the Fourth with photographer F E Stam at 124 South Fifth street La Crosse Wis.
The article details colossal circus operations with 30 bags of salt daily and vast supplies for 650 horses and hundreds of animals. It notes 1,250 payroll workers, three barber shops, a hospital, libraries, and a mile of special trains. The show arrives in La Crosse on Tuesday July 21 with two performances and a Paris-made opening parade.
Dr B C Beebe an elderly and well known Sparta resident died in that city at 8 30 PM Saturday of heart failure. He practiced medicine in Sparta for many years and was father to Drs Carl and Spencer Beebe who had been in partnership with him. He had been ill for some time and the funeral services will be held in Sparta this afternoon.
A spree of Fourth of July celebrations in La Crosse left several youths injured. L A Swenson’s hand was mangled by a roman candle. Joseph Bicha, 13, suffered severe facial injuries from a toy cannon after loading dynamite. Arthur Krause sustained leg injuries from a brass pipe cannon, Rupert Roedig lost four fingers from a firecracker, and Westley Gifford had his thumb amputated after a giant cracker explosion. Fred Gross was arrested for firing blanks with a pistol.
A Fourth of July fireworks show planned on the riverfront by Walter Lee was cancelled on the levee and instead held in front of the Lee residence on Third Street attracting a large crowd.
This ad touts watches with a five year in writing guarantee and free maintenance for that period. It promotes affordable, fine timepieces including ladies and gents sizes, 20 year gold filled cases, and railroad grade American or Geneva movements. Prices claim accessibility for many buyers.
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