Albert Platz Sr Shot Dead at Tannery in Suspected Accident
Albert Platz Sr prominent local tanner was found dead in his office chair at the Davis Medary Platz tannery after closing. A revolver and gun cleaning tools lay nearby suggesting accidental self-inflicted wound while cleaning. Police and friends debate whether suicide or accident, noting financial reverses but no evidence of self harm. The case remains under investigation with no confirmed motive or suspect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Platz
Davis, Medary & Platz
Herman Huebner
Mr. Platz
William Thiel
Platz
Ernest J. Bjorkman
Bjorkman
Herman Hueber
Thiel
Red Wing Hosts La Crosse Visitors on River Excursion
The Manufacturers and Jobbers union delegates from La Crosse were welcomed in Red Wing with a banquet at the Commercial Men’s club. An $80,000 auditorium donation by D. R. Sheldon impressed the guests as the tour highlighted city sights and cemetery grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers
Jobbers’ Union
Red Wing
Lake City
C. S. Sultzer
Red Wing Manufacturers’ Association
D. M. McNeal
Commercial Men's Club
Messrs
Ed Foote
J. K. Grandahl
Charles Belcher
la Crosse
Commercial Club
McNeal
Donovan
Wisconsin Trades Journal of la Crosse
Calvert
Manufacturers’ and Jobbers’ Union
Orrie J. Sorenson
Northwest
D. R. Sheldon
Oak Grove
Trepte Iron Works
Langdon
Wabasha
Animal Kingdom
The
Tribune
Winona Wagon Bridge
Winona
Winona High Bridge
Christ Johnson Resting Nicely After Shop Fall
Christ Johnson of A. and C. Johnson decorating and painting firm is resting at Lutheran hospital after a fall at the shop between Second and Third streets. Doctors report no spinal injury and no confirmed internal injuries, though the extent of harm remains to be determined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Johnson
A. and C. Johnson
Lutheran Hospital
Prohibitionists Fight Over Alice Roosevelt Visit
In Columbus on July 15 the Kentucky prohibition delegation clashes over inviting Mrs. Alice Roosevelt Longworth to attend as a guest. Some leaders push to extend the invitation while others, including Mrs. Beauchamp and Bradford MacGregor, oppose it saying they do not want her. The convention proceeds with enthusiastic demonstrations from several state delegations, and temporary chairman Patten receives a rousing sendoff.
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Columbus
Ohio
Kentucky
Alice Roosevelt-Longworth
Bluegras
Col. T. B. Demaree
W. H. Davis
Princess Alice
Longworth
Demaree
New Orleans Coffee plant fire causes heavy damage
A large blaze in New Orleans today wrecked the New Orleans Coffee company plant causing an estimated 150000 to 200000 dollars in damage. Firefighters fought the flames through the afternoon and no injuries were immediately reported.
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New Orleans
New Orleans Coffee Company
Governor Davidson Visits Camp Excursionists at Camp Douglas
Excursion crowds from La Crosse Viroqua Coon Valley and Westby welcomed Governor Jas O Davidson at Camp Douglas Wisconsin. Third regiment reviewed and praised by the governor with a band concert by Viroqua. High Twelve scores noted but many failed to reach 120. Red coats issued for range firing improving safety and discipline. Continued on page 6.
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Camp Douglas
Wis
Jas. O. Davidson
Viroqua
la Crosse
Coon Valley
Westby
Milwaukee Road
Americans Still Sure of Victory in Olympiad Dogs England
Americans and their supporters stay optimistic as the Olympiad enters day three in London. England leads 20 to 13 in total points, with focus on javelin and swimming events. Leming of Sweden wins the javelin final, Behrenson of Germany tops the cycling heat, while American hopes hinge on sprinting and hammer throw results.
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London
Jay
England
America
Sheppard
Flanagan
McGrath
Leming
Sweden
Deakin
France
Scheff
Austria
Beaurepaire
Two Years For Robbing Knight In Wisconsin City
William H. Wannebo was sentenced to two years in the state prison at Waupun by Judge Fruit for holding up Charles Knight near the Northwestern depot. Knight testified that Wannebo, who had a long police record, forced him at gunpoint to surrender about $40 and a gold watch after a reluctant loan.
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William H. Wannebo
Waupun
Sparta
Burlington Depot
Lynxville
Milwaukee
Wannebo
Hettinger
West
Vine Street
Edberg
Kansas City
Brindley
Publishers Ban Rail Mileage Payments Under Hepburn Act
Federal Judge Kohlsaat ruled contracts where newspapers pay railroad mileage in advertising are illegal. The injunction against Monon railroad and Munsey's magazine blocks such payments, upholding the Hepburn Act and Interstate Commerce Commission interpretation. The decision notes advertising value is not cash and warns against widening the door to barter. The case likely heads to the Supreme Court.
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Chicago
Kohlsaat
Monon Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Monon
Munsey’s
Sirs
Federal Supreme Court
Venturini Arrested in Italy for Assault on Landlord’s Daughter
Venturini, a prominent European boss, was arrested in Milan on charges of attacking his landlord’s 11 year old daughter before leaving for England. He recently returned from a stint at London’s Covent Garden. If convicted he faces up to 15 years in solitary confinement. The girl said he threatened to kill her if she spoke out.
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Milan
Italy
Kern Arrives in Chicago as Democratic Campaign Opens
Kern, Democratic candidate for vice president, arrives after a two day visit with Bryan. He heads to Indianapolis for a large public reception. Woodson declares Chicago will be the storm center of the campaign with main headquarters here and an East subcommittee to pick a campaign manager.
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Chicago
Kern
Bryan
Indianapolis
Taggart
Woodson
Esch Visits Camp Douglas for Daylong Tour
Congressman John J. Esch spends the day at Camp Douglas and plans to return to the city tomorrow. The visit highlights military affairs and local interest in national policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Esch
Camp Douglas
Eight Die In Shaft Explosion At Pottsville Coal Mine
Eight men were killed in shaft No 1 at the Williamstown colliery operated by Susquehanna Coal Co. Eight bodies had been recovered, eight more rescued burned, with more workers trapped and expected to die.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pottsville
Williamstown
Susquehanna Coal Company
Weather and Water Update Across States
Weather shows cool mornings and warmer afternoons with forecasts fair in Wisconsin Minnesota and Iowa. River levels continue to fall with La Crosse at 9.7 feet and Prairie du Chien at 13.0 feet, down 0.4 and 0.3 feet respectively.
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U. S
Phoenix
la Crosse
Prairie du Chien
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Iowa
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Albert Platz, SR
Friends Scout
Congress
Yankees
Kohisaat
Tain
Caruso
Esch
Shriners
ST. Paul
Minn
Imperial Council of Shriners
Lexington Ball Park
Cedar Rapids
Peoria
Omaha
Des Moines
Lincoln
Minneapolis
Duluth
St. Louis
Boston
Washington
San Francisco
Imperial Council
E. E. Ovenshire
Waller
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