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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1909
Page
6
North Side police rounded up Walter Ganz John Hyler and Carl Johnson sixteen year old boys who had run away from Milwaukee bound for the west They promised to return home and were started on their way back to the Cream City.
National League at Philadelphia opening game shows Bell and Bergen catching for Philadelphia while Ridon and Doomn pitch. Umpire O Day. American League at Washington game lists Dygert Livingstone Hughes and Street as battery with erratic runs. Umpires Egan and Perrine.
The Westminster church on Redfield Street has postponed its Thursday picnic for a week. The outing will now be held on Thursday July 5 at Myrick Park with the Sun day school classes in attendance.
A Kansas doctor cites cases where Grape-Nuts improved a four year old with pneumonia and an elderly patient with stomach trouble. The boy gained eight pounds in a month and grew strong. the older patient recovered after two months, gaining 22 pounds. The letter ends noting further cases and inviting readers to answer.
The La Crosse board of public works declares contractor Fred Hildebrand must resume Mississippi street sewer work within three days or the city will void his contract, demand forfeiture of a 15131 bond, and relet the job to another contractor. Hildebrand, said to have abandoned the site, has returned to Milwaukee.
Testimony recounts Adams Osterman Uttley Sutton and Kennedy at the camp as shots rang out near the barracks. Sutton reportedly shot himself after the final volley while Uttley urged silence. Dr. McCormick described Sutton's fatal wound entering just above the ear.
Indictments include Michael Heitler known as Mike the Pike for keeping a disorderly house and bigamy. Wayman plans to use the bigamy charge to pressure Heitler to name Mayor Busse’s aides. Several Busse allies support the accused police official as city hall ties surface. Observers predict a broader fight between the city administration and the state attorney.
In Scanea Crete the Greek flag was raised over the Cretan militia barracks after the evacuation by the four protecting powers. The crowd cheered and jeered Turkey as Cretans show resolve to resist Turkish sovereignty and dislike King George for not accepting Crete's annexation offer. Concerns arise that Turkey may respond to the affront with serious consequences.
Mark Bassett editor of the Tulsa Daily News and former Illinois publisher was found shot in a Tulsa printing office on Sunday and died today. Police have not determined if the death is murder self inflicted or accidental. Bassett had recently made a will and settled his affairs.
M. L. Becker named receiver of Farmers and Citizens Livestock Insurance Co. of Lima Ohio after First National Bank of Tipton Indiana closed. The action follows banking closure affecting the insurer.
Martial law is declared in Madrid and other major cities as the government seeks to curb a rising revolutionary movement tied to a nationwide industrial strike. Reports from garrison commanders warn of growing anti-government sentiment and reinforcements are requested amid continuing Moroccan War hostilities.
Local delegates Oscar Doering Henry Reget and W D Cameron depart for Sheboygan to attend the State Liquor Dealers association convention July 28 29 and 30 They carry invitations from the city mayor the board of trade and their local group and will wear hundreds of badges reading 1910 La Crosse The main business is electing a successor to late President Cyrus Snyder who died in office months ago.
Eugene Derr's ice department workers issued a challenge to Arctic Ice and Fuel employees for a championship baseball game to be played after August 1. Derr promises a fast and furious contest.
John Humphrey of Milwaukee joined Hartwell Fay and the Carmen's Union as third arbitrator in the Carmen and Crosse City Railway dispute arriving on the first morning train. The parties and union members spent the day reviewing grievances while no arbitration session occurred due to W J Ferris absence. A meeting is planned for tomorrow.
A testimonial from Beloit Wisconsin describes partial paralysis improving after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The patient suffered right side weakness, sleeplessness, and nervous distress for over a year before recovery. The firm claims pills are safe with no habit and offers a booklet by mail. Price is 50 cents per box, six boxes for 2.50 from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
Washington July 27 More than 213000 acres of Montana land withdrawn from public domain by the Roosevelt administration to curb water power control were opened again to entry by the interior department. Settlement is expected about mid November. Restoration covers lands tied to the lower Yellowstone irrigation project Mussul Shell Sun River Buford Trenton North Dakota projects and a 2742 acre restoration from 1909.
In Cleveland July 27 a death in Gordon Park is linked to a "death card" from a death by own action club. Rebecca Bonshek was found with a revolver. Esther Stromberg, her 18 year old friend, also drew a death card and plans to follow Rebecca. Subpoenas await club members and relatives.
Odessa reports from Stavropol eight villages severely damaged by the worst hail storm in the region. Seventy people injured, 35,000 acres of grain destroyed, and 1,800 sheep killed. Hailstones stayed unmelted for a day after the fall.
Hundreds of police agents and detectives have arrived in Cherbourg to guard the czar’s Saturday visit. Authorities monitor anarchist groups that have swarmed into the city ahead of the event.
French aviator Hubert Latham failed in a second attempt to fly to London across the English Channel. His monoplane fell two miles from Dover and was rescued by a British warship. Despite adverse weather and a large crowd, he survived and received a hero’s welcome in Dover.
In White Plains on July 27 Jerome subpoenaed Evelyn Thaw in the Thaw case as prosecutors challenged expert testimony on Thaw's sanity. Witness Susan Merrill described Thaw’s alleged mistreatment of a young girl, noting he used a whip, while Thaw and Jerome spoke amicably at the counsel table.
Jefferson City July 27 A new insurance company to insure depositors from losses was granted incorporation here today The Bank Insurance and Indemnity company of Kansas City will be incorporated for 200000 dollars to cover depositors against loss in bank failures.
An advertisement from Wisconsin Business University in La Crosse claims its graduates secure first class positions, cites Greene's store in La Crosse as an example, and urges readers to enroll or request an on-site visit to boost earnings and avoid small salaried jobs.
Washington July 27. The tariff bill hangs on President Taft as conference leaders reach an accord on hides and leather. House and Senate leaders doubt votes for the compromise, with insurgent and western senators wavering. The plan favors free hides with a 50 percent cut on manufactured leather goods, risking a prolonged session depending on presidential leverage.
C A Wise chairman of the strikers executive committee said a meeting with Pressed Steel Car company was likely to yield acceptance of the 1907 wage scale and end the strike by Friday.
Nebraska Republicans and Democrats meet in Lincoln to consider platforms ahead of the August state primary. Republicans convene at the city auditorium and Democrats at Representative Hall. The tariff issue dominates the GOP platform with a strong anti Aldrich bill plank. Senators Brown and Burkett await Nebraska Republicans' will as the sessions open at 2 30 this afternoon.
The Czar of Russia and the Czarina visited Henmelmark Castle near Kile as guests of Prince Henry of Prussia. Troops encircling the castle guard the area amid elaborate protective measures. Observers note the czar and czarina look markedly aged.
Americans are set to compete in the Canadian Henley at St. Catharines Ontario as crews from New York and Philadelphia join others from Canada and the United States for the Friday and Saturday events. The town buzzes with preparations and anticipation for strong international competition.
At an adjourned meeting the city council will decide on 146 saloon license applications. Except for two resorts linked to B86 notoriety, officials expect little controversy over the approvals.
Police in Portland launched a city wide crusade driving fortune tellers from the area following the murder of Dr Roy Collins by his wife who said the psychic had foretold infidelity and driven her to desperation before the killing.
A large blaze at the Jocelyn house at Provis Neck near Orchard Beach endangers the Eastern Hotel at Portland. Firemen report the resort is heavily threatened and the Jocelyn may not be saved.
Fire at Prants Neck near Old Beach in Portland caused heavy damage early today. Officials suspect incendiary blaze at the summer resort on July 2. No further details available.
A fragment notes a young man offering to teach a girl. The line hints at guidance or mentorship but lacks clear context or outcome.
Advice for coping with hot days recommends simpler meals and moderation in iced drinks. The piece urges small, well digested portions and suggests using Jake & Hostetter's Stomach Bitters before meals to aid digestion and prevent dyspepsia, costiveness, and cramps.
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