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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1908
Page
4
In a tense domestic exchange Mr Potts challenges his wife about chores. She retorts she lacks such wishes but would prefer he were a man. The remark underscores a clash over backbone and roles in managing the household.
A visitor asks about the patient and child. The house buttons reply with evasive phrases saying the patient and her child progress favorably. The visitor presses for gender, but the answer remains that it is neither boy nor girl. The punchline: the doctor called the child an heir.
The north side carnival opens tonight with a big free attraction at 5 PM. The Three Carriers triple bar act and aerial acrobatics lead a slate of ten acts including Hamilton the trained horse. William Brandon brings Rosetrees vaudeville with New Diamond and the St Elmo troupe. Two moving picture shows feature the James Boys and Younger Brothers bank raid.
The Black River fell about 4 inches and the Crosse River about 3 inches overnight. Despite the drop the water remains at a high stage for this time of year.
The La Crosse Peerless beat the Ramblers on Indian Hill Sunday afternoon by a score of 8 to 5. Weber John Rice and Will starred in the field with four double plays. Peerless pitcher Nonstad was injured by a liner and replaced by Cole. Batteries Peerless Nonstad Cole Affholder Ramblers Schroeder Jorgenson Umpire Kruger.
Mrs J Wensmore of Tunnel City guests of Mrs D Schutter on Rose street. Mrs George Braun and Miss Minnie Gebhart depart for three week trip through South Dakota and Montana. North Presbyterian picnic at Myrick park Thursday with 10 am church gathering. Ladies Aid meets Thursday afternoon at the park. Mr H Adager of Viroqua visits his father on George street. Mrs J D Scherr returns from America Wisconsin trip. Mrs Dr Murphy of Chicago visits Edward Wiskerchen and Will Pratt of Chicago visit. Harley Schaefer of Chicago visits Wagner home. Mrs Derr of Superior called to La Crosse for Orlando Jamesson’s death. Decorating work begins at St James Catholic church. Milwaukee road traffic increases with crowded trains and busy crews.
Rob notes he ceased calling after Spriggs lost their money. Gertie responds with thanks and appreciation for the change.
A La Crosse party recounts a perilous Lake Pepin return voyage after attending boat races at Lake City on the Fourth. The Ramdozer, a 20 foot launch, battled a fierce storm as waves threatened a capsize and heavy rain aided by, their hopes, near Winona the engine failed. They rode the train back to La Crosse.
The La Crosse sharpshooters finalize member classifications with some shifts from A to B and others promoted. A class members include John Mohr Sol Burdick Krenzke Rusche Max Platz and Dr Gotterdam. B class lists Frank Mader 3 A Barl George Ott John Ott J H Ross John Hafler. C class covers E C Smith Charles Smith E Ruprecht C W Turner Phillip McCann Wm Cathary J F Barti Charles Hartzen Robert Bartzenfeldt.
Architects Schick and Roth draft plans for a West Salem creamery to cost about 8000 dollars with occupancy planned by late September. The West Salem Creamers' association formed to develop the project and build a creamery in the city this summer. A light, period-voiced aside on professional roles follows the main item.
A terse dialogue shows a husband warning about theft with regret while his wife recalls stealing kisses during courtship. The exchange ends with the husband reiterating his warning.
The Board of Public Works will place large signs along country roads marking the city limits and a 12 mph auto speed limit. Mayor Wendell A. Anderson ordered immediate sign production after recent highway accidents highlighted speeding violations near the city.
New York July 7 less than ten percent of the mythological figures depicted by the old masters were sufficiently clothed to pass schoolbook standards. Adonises Psyches and Zeuses appeared under clad as educators trimmed content for classroom use.
Dialogue shows Cora asking if praise feels nice and Merritt replying it does unless others imply they should understand it. The exchange hints at awareness of social expectations and interpersonal rapport.
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