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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
7
The steamer St. Paul stopped at La Crosse on her first river voyage of the year. A heavy passenger list was aboard while freight carried was notably light.
The Lusitania arrived in New York after setting multiple records with a 4 day 19 hour 326 minute crossing from Liverpool to Queenstown. She left July 4th and July 5th respectively, achieving a best daily run of 43 knots and an average speed of 25.01 knots, becoming the only 25 knot vessel in service.
The Michel Brewing Company began selling its first beer from its new plant opened May 1. The facility produces keg beer only and has faced heavy demand in the hot weather, forcing overtime to meet sales.
The family thanks all who assisted during the illness and death of their husband and father Peter J Schuld with appreciation for kindness and support.
The Van Dyke and Eaton company presents The Pulse of New York tonight. Saturday features The Embezzier with amateur prize contest after the final act. Miss Mildred Latimore and Misses Margueritte and Gladys La May compete. Sunday offers The Cowboy's Girl matinee and night.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Resch entertained a group at a coffee yesterday afternoon and evening in honor of Miss Julia B. Toshner and the Misses Ruth Dorothy and Master Lawrence Shima of Minneapolis. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Friet, Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. and Miss Ruth Schmidt, Mrs. and Miss Rehovsky and Mrs. Bauch.
Mrs Ed Maurer of 1015 South Third Street was surprised at her home on Wednesday by friends for her birthday. The afternoon featured games and refreshments with several gifts given amid a joyful celebration.
Miss Maud Peck daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Peck of 302 North Seventh street wed Mr Samuel Hafner in Minneapolis on Monday at 430 pm The ceremony was performed by Rev Bates of the Baptist church Hafner works at the Linker shops and the couple will reside at 702 South Fifth street in the city.
At 2 30 P M on Wednesday July 8 Mrs Emerson Hansley hosted a luncheon for eight. Nasturtium decor graced the center table and after the meal guests played bridge with Mrs Henry Kincaid achieving the high score. Attending were Mrs John Elliott Mrs Harry Long Mrs William Colburn Mrs George Barrett Mrs F Ruplin Mrs Harry Kincaid Miss Grace Drake and Miss Nevins.
Judge Ray S. Reid entertained his sister Mrs. Hawthorn and her son from Kansas, and his cousin Dr. Alexander of Pittsburg. Mrs. W L Martin left for Minneapolis after visiting Mrs. W E Sawyer. Invitations issued for a July 16 reception at Pasadena, the home of Mrs. Elsie Gile Scott. Mr and Mrs Henry Esch of Sparta visit La Crosse at son John J. Esch’s home.
Tuesday Mr and Mrs C S Van Auken entertained at a dinner for guests of Judge Ray S Reid. The visitors were Mrs Hawthorn and her son from Nebraska and Dr Alexander from Pittsburg. Also present were Judge Reid, Mr ae Reid, Mr and Mrs Van Auken and George Carle Van Auken.
Yesterday a party of ladies calling themselves the Merry-Go-Rounds held an all day picnic to Ona laska reaching by auto and trap. A real merry-go-round provided shade and a table for refreshments. Rein forced by Mr and Mrs Able Moore and son David of Onalaska and others. A delicious dinner was eaten and cards were played in the afternoon before departing homeward tired but happy.
At the annual meeting the Home for the Friendless elected President Mrs. G C Hixon Vice President Mrs H F Bliss Secretary Mrs F C Sutter and Treasurer Mrs E E Bentley. Managers for three years include Mrs Hixon Mrs Bentley Mrs Hart Mrs Cargill and Miss Hogan. The past year provided for an average family of twenty homeless women and children.
Mr. Martinus Lisbakken of Coon Valley is recovering at Lutheran hospital after surgery for rupture. He was brought in Tuesday with life in peril but is now on the road to recovery.
Miss Laura Sawyer from Stillwater visits Miss Jessie Bigelow in La Crosse while many residents attend excursions on the steamer W. W with moonlight sailings to Winona and Trempealeau. Local guests include Dr. Powell, C. H. Pelmer, J. Durland, Joe Roth Jr., R. B. Kray and others visiting friends and relatives in the city.
The La Crosse public shows strong support for the local orphan home. Donations at Pound Social and holiday drives enabled care for children from broken or struggling homes, with praise for matron Mrs. Wolf and nurse staff. Gratitude extended to Mrs. Easton and the community, including the telephone company and newspapers.
Notice details a Democratic platform convention in Milwaukee and a La Crosse County convention on July 18 1908 to elect delegates to the state convention. Caucuses in townships wards and precincts will select delegates with one per twenty five votes for president in 1904. John F. Doherty chairs the county committee.
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