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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1909
Page
6
Madrid reports five thousand Spanish soldiers left for Morocco to suppress tribesmen in Melilla as the war minister says up to 24 9000 troops may be transported this week. General Marina warns of a furious attack while 8000 Spaniards face 20000 fanatical tribesmen and fear spreads over explosive bullets.
Kansas City editor reports a Wabash wreck near Orrick Missouri early Sunday morning as almost 50 people were injured and ten died. A Pullman porter, a black man, risked his life by entering the submerged day coach and rescuing eighteen people.
Londoners swarmed Henry G. Selfridge’s store to glimpse the Bleriot monoplane that crossed the English Channel. Selfridge donated 1000 to a London hospital for exhibit access, police guarded the throng, and plans said a grand welcome for Bleriot awaited in the coming days.
A claim that these cornflakes are made from yellow corn exclusively asserts superior taste. The product markets itself as distinct from rivals by color and quality, inviting the consumer to notice the difference in every bite.
Ella Gingles, of Chicago, sails August 3 for Larne County Antrim, accompanied by Grace Van Duren Cooke and Mrs. Theodore Bagstaw. Local Orangemen fund her expenses, escort her to New York, and Belfast and Liverpool groups ensure safe arrival at her mother's home, with wardrobe paid by the order.
Glidden tourists, entertained by Denver automobile enthusiasts, visited Mount Clellan after a day of pleasure. Luncheons banquets sightseeing trips and other amusements were organized with no expense spared to ensure an enjoyable visit.
Paris July 26 France honors air pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright along with Henri Faman as chevaliers in the Legion of Honor. The Wright brothers receive this decoration for their record flights at Le Mans and Pau highlighting France’s aerial achievements.
Low round trip fares from Chicago to New York City Atlantic City Boston and other eastern destinations during July August and September 1999. Return limit thirty days stopovers at Pittsburg Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia for information address R C Haase N W T P A St Paul Minn or B N Austin G P A Chicago.
Two young boys found a sack of old clothing and shoes stolen from Morris Fay at Fifth and Ferry streets. They returned the items to the police after seeing the bag abandoned on the corner and no one claimed it.
News from Tokio reports a gunpowder explosion aboard the battleship Asahi Sunday killed five sailors and left four wounded. The incident occurred while the ship was in port, with investigations underway to determine cause and responsibility.
Charles R. Smith, sentenced to life for killing Eugene A. Laurent, started his term at Rankin convict farm in Jackson Mississippi. His daughter accompanied him to the barracks as he begins the rest of his life behind bars.
J H O'Brien of Lamont Illinois says a body in a Willow Springs drainage canal matches the missing Kenosha lawyer Judge Clarkson in most details. The only clear difference is the beard. Clarkson was whiskered last seen, the body has no facial hair.
Supervisor Oscar Huberg explained that county finances are stable and that the poor commission will not let paupers starve. The committee has arranged to borrow funds from the county treasurer up to 2000 dollars after current reserves are used, ensuring continued support and feeds at the poor farm.
Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley double track route runs Chicago to New York via Niagara Falls. Also Grand Trunk Central Vermont Boston and Maine route from Chicago to Boston and Grand Trunk Railway System to Montreal. Portland double track from Chicago to Montreal. For summer fares write W S Cookson A G P A 135 Adams Street Chicago.
Chicago July 26 unless the big packers agree to the demands of the striking steamfitters in a conference this afternoon several hundred butchers and other labor union members employed by the packers will go out in sympathy.
The Standard Steel Car plant in Butler Pennsylvania ended its strike this morning with over 2000 workers returning to work at seven o clock. No agreement was reached to settle differences and seven strike leaders were discharged.
A young man identified as Jack Callahan was pulled from the Mississippi at the public baths Thursday afternoon. The real son of Dr. J L Callahan says it was not him, suggesting the rescuer met a namesake.
St Louis reports a man found dead on railroad tracks near Granite City, Illinois on Sunday. A.T. Pierce, father of Gideon Pierce, is en route to Granite City to view the body and assist authorities.
States Attorney Wayman moves to quicken prosecution of Inspector Edward McCann with 10 indictments for malfeasance and taking money from resort keepers. Grand jury adds 13 new indictments against resort owners, with reports of protection payments widening to Chinatown and South Side cases. Supporters include Jane Addams Deam Summer and several Catholic priests.
Annapolis July 26 The hearing into Lieutenant James N Sutton's death turns to Mrs Parker as she investigates events surrounding the campus tragedy Her brother Osterman faces questions about a pistol and blood stains while defense looks to undermine her testimony with remarks from the judge advocate and prior camp discussions
A man identified as Robert M. Fanning killed his wife with a tomahawk and then shot himself after leaving a suicide letter expressing remorse and asking his baby be cared for. He went to Parker's garage and then to the police station where he ended his life.
Ray Shackley of Provident City Texas formerly of La Crosse narrowly avoided the deadly Texas tornado that wrecked a dozen towns, killed fourteen people and caused extensive damage. He and his cousin Burt Shackley run a fruit farm near Provident City close to El Campo where fatalities occurred, though their farm reported no damage.
The long list of contests and prizes shows North Side and South Side grocers staging a grand picnic with foot races tug of war nail driving and egg and ball throwing events. Prizes include flour coffee cigars and canned goods with multiple age groups and open races. The event features guessing contests and a top prize heater for the grocer with the largest family.
Rev W W Bustard claimed at Euclid Avenue Baptist church in Cleveland that Harry Thaw should have been strapped to the electric chair for Stanford White's murder The minister noted Thaw's wealth altered public sentiment and argued the murder was unforgivable despite White's character
In MeeKees Rocks 2000 striking workers ringed the Pressed Steel Car plant to deter strike breakers. State troopers patrol, a skiff attack on water works injures one man, ferry operations halted, and the mill stays idle with little commissary demand.
Arbitration talks among carmen union members stalled as a local third member is sought. A committee of Charles Masterson, Thomas Daley and Harvey Johnson may order a strike if Mr Ferris balks at appointing a local arbiter. The union rejected many Lacrosse men nominated by the carmen.
A playful line recalls a frog pursuing romance by selecting a mate with distinctive grenbacks, hinting at whimsical behavior and charm in amphibian lore.
I S Lichterman representing the Orloff Fur company of Russia arrives in Minneapolis after La Crosse, displays furs at Stoddard hotel, then loses a $2000 consignment on the sixth floor. Sealskin coat worth $1600 among missing items. firm not known to dealers or listed by Dun or Bradstreet. hotel likely to cover loss while the salesmen proceed.
Chicago police dragged the Washington Park Lagoon after a young woman left a note on the bank and disappeared, believing a tragic romance prompted her suicide. A park officer saw a woman near the bank quickly depart, and a handkerchief, a copy of Paul and Virginia, and the note were found. The note addressed a "sweetheart Boy" and blamed him for the death.
In Chicago July 26 another price drop hits the wheat market at noon. July futures trade near 1.05 and down about three cents from the day’s high as crop concerns push September to 1.04 and December to 1.0238. Declines continue across the two weeks.
Reports from St Louis indicate a snow storm forced the balloon Ty's to descend after leaving Savanna Illinois, jeopardizing a chance to win the Lahm cup. The aeronauts were compelled to make an emergency descent as visibility worsened.
The Quincy of the St. Paul packet line started its first summer trip today from St. Paul. The steamer carried the largest passenger list yet, though freight was light. The boat remained at the dock for about 20 minutes.
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