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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1908
Page
6
City officials plan to officially open the baths next Saturday if water levels drop as expected. Swimmers hope for a tournament and test trials during the season with potential water polo at the bath house, following trends in other cities.
The Third Regiment excelled in Camp Perry competition with high twelve scores and pistol results. Capt Burton led pistol scores at 402, while Lieut Upton and others posted top marks in expert courses. Col McCoy introduced a megaphone to aid bugle calls, and soldiers preferred open air meals under shade.
An Ethical remedy, Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna, is praised as a world widely approved family laxative. Buyers are advised to seek the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product, sold by leading druggists.
Count Zeppelin with 15 guests sailed from Friedrichshaven for a 24 hour aerial cruise to test a thousand mile range under control. A crowd of about one hundred thousand cheered as the airship lifted off. The ship weighs four tons with two 83 horsepower Daimler engines providing motive power.
The committee advised Bryan to rest after notification, then deliver a Labor Day speech in Chicago. If followed, he will launch a whirlwind tour of doubtful states Indiana Illinois Iowa Kansas Michigan Ohio New York New Jersey and Rhode Island. Upon arrival Bryan joked about dining room capacity awaiting the White House larger after March.
The case of Hiram Goddard versus the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad received a special hearing before Judge Fruit. A special verdict was issued and Judge Fruit granted a stay of execution for four months.
A special term of the Wisconsin County Court at La Crosse Court House is set for August 4 1908 at 10 am to hear Daniel Shane’s application for the appointment of an administrator for the estate of William Shane deceased of Burns town La Crosse County. Judge John Brindley orders the proceeding.
A La Crosse candidate for lead jeweler submits a platform calling for open honest business methods. He favors profits over cost to grow business, promises prompt repair returns, polite clerks, and a clean bright store while soliciting votes and store visits.
In Columbus Ohio on July 14 the prohibition party contest remained open as Seaborn Wright of Georgia declined the nomination. Delegates arrived by rail while a water wagon labeled dry carried eight state names. a Missouri mule bore a Two-thirds Dry sign. Other candidates welcomed Wrights withdrawal as improved odds for their own bid.
British and American competitors fill events at the Olympic tests including hammer throw where McGrath and Flanagan accrue records, 20 kilo bicycle heats with Weintz and Denny posting times, and the 3,500 meter walk led by Larner.
Pitcher Primley signed by President Elliott is due to report in La Crosse this evening after being secured from Sioux Falls. He brings Western league experience and may join the squad within days. Also, Dutch Vogt released from Fond du Lac will likely play for Oshkosh. A double header is set at Wausau with Flynn or Baillies expected to start for La Crosse.
The Doverflinger company hosts a multi event picnic with baseball games for girls and men, egg and tatter races, tug of war, and a steamer trip to Dakota Park for managers and employees and their families. The entertainment and refreshments are organized by a broad committee with Doerflinger leaders and local officers.
Excursionists on a river voyage receive royal welcomes at Minnieska Fountain City Alma Wabasha Pepin Lake City Stockholm and nearby towns. Prominent locals greet them with parades bands and hostelry hospitality as advertising for the La Crosse Saengerfest spreads and delegates promise to attend.
The case of Gustavus Wall former Onalaska marshal against Modern Woodmen of America, involving an insurance policy and several thousand dollars, was heard this morning and will continue tomorrow morning.
The Grocers' association holds its regular monthly meeting tonight to discuss the annual picnic plans and read committee reports. Minor business will also be addressed.
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