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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
4
An old advertisement urges readers to test P. and G. Naphtha Soap by soaking dirty dish-cloths. It argues if the soap cleans grease and odorless cloths, it will also clean bed linens, tablecloths, pillowcases, skirts, and shirt waists quickly and easily, comparing dirt levels.
Albert Platz senior, a renowned La Crosse tanner, was found shot dead in his chair. Authorities say the death appeared instantaneous with a revolver held two feet from him. Platz, 68, had recent financial reverses but a long record of business leadership and generosity. He leaves a widow, two sons, and a brother in Racine, with funeral plans pending inquiries to relatives.
The North Side Progressive League plans a special meeting to discuss leasing the upstairs of the old Vote-Berger plant for a Minnieska boat factory by Abrams. The building has electric light, steam heat, river access, and a potential runway for heavy equipment. George Bingham promotes the corset factory project as well.
A terse aphorism notes that marrying is simplest when a man follows a widow’s lead. The line suggests a social dynamic where pursuit and timing influence marriage choices in a concise, period voice.
A brief aphorism notes that some men avoid looking at red wine, preferring a different color. The line emphasizes subjective taste and avoidance rather than any action or event.
A reflective piece argues that the unforeseen acts as a constant in life and urges readiness to adapt. It stresses humility and vigilance, noting that plans rarely survive first contact with reality and that resilience comes from flexible thinking.
The steamer Curlew departed yesterday afternoon for an up river trip to gather clams.
Government steamer David Tipton cannot pass the wagon bridge over Black river and ties up after the draw proves too narrow. It may require replacing or widening the bridge for big boats like the Diamond Joe to reach Onalaska. engineers were sent to inspect Henry Ross work.
Aldermen and street railway officials expect a reconsideration at the next meeting of the action denying a Twenty third street car franchise. A 9 to 6 vote blocked the grant though 11 affirmative votes are required. A minority member's reconsideration motion is anticipated before or at a possible special session on August 14. The aim is to grant the franchise in time to finish the line before winter.
Christian Halvorsen a Westby drunkard was sentenced to five years in Waupun by Judge Fruit in circuit court Tuesday morning for attempting to assault two girls aged eight and ten.
The young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Salzer is recovering well after breaking her collar bone while playing at the home of her maternal grandparents in Charles City Iowa.
Dr and Mrs Murphy of Chicago guests at Edward Wiskerdhen’s home today depart for a visit with friends in St Paul following their stay.
Washington reports a nationwide push led by the committee of one hundred on national health to create an executive Department of Public Health under a secretary. The group cites preventable death and disease, urges federal action, and notes Roosevelt supports strengthening the nation’s health as a key asset.
A committee urges both political parties to pursue a national health department as a national ambition. Congress is slow to create new executive departments due to expense, but strong pressure is expected to push for a public health department in the near future.
If water falls at the recent rate the north side baths will open within two weeks said Arthur J. Roberge of the board of public works. The baths sit on low ground but water has dropped a foot this week making reopening possible as land along the levee dries. Fred Ecklund becomes bath instructor and the operation will be expanded beyond last year with a possible new bath house on the north side next year if patronage rises as before.
Caledonia street M E church Ladies Aid book a Saturday excursion with boat trips leaving at 2 p m and returning 9 p m tickets cost 50 cents for adults 25 cents for children. Other notes list residents visiting relatives in St Paul Polo Ill Milwaukee Minneapolis and Cochran and Cochran guests at various local homes along with a hospital update for Bert Marshall and illness for W E Randall. Dollar Day bargains at Doerflinger's tomorrow.
An elderly Viennese matriarch, age 98, proves wit endures to the last. Surrounded by household members, she asks a physician to help her comfort the mourners. The doctor explains age bars rejuvenation. She smiles and says she merely wishes to grow old. Saturday Evening Post.
A year after predicting war with Japan if the fleet visited the Pacific, the same leader now seeks new trouble spots. His confidence in his judgment remains unshaken as he shifts emphasis from naval peril to other looming crises.
A quip depicts romance as a fizzing release, comparing love to champagne. The line evokes playful imagery of sparks and effervescence when affection is opened and shared.
The British government issues a white paper after study and plans annual railway spending of 500000 dollars over eight years. India's railways are advanced, with Bombay Victoria station noted for Italian Gothic design and costly sculpture. England aims to facilitate interior development and troop movement.
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