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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
5
The Mindoro road project is not yet accepted as work remains unfinished. Officials expect completion by week’s end and a likely satisfactory inspection leading to acceptance.
The city endured a second June bug visit last night with millions of insects clustering around corner lights. Pests were dense near the river, with shovels and carts removing pests on riverfront streets as they swarmed. The bugs’ life lasts about twenty four hours, so relief is expected soon.
Francis E. McGovern of Milwaukee arrived in the city at noon to begin his senatorial campaign. He met local political leaders and arranged preliminary campaign matters ahead of the nomination to succeed Isaac Stephenson.
The Prohibitionists filed nomination papers for all county offices. Local candidate Theodore Sidensol of 506 Badger street La Crosse seeks county treasurer. Other nominees include Earl G. Staats and Martin C. Casberg for assembly, Oliver Needham for county clerk, Ellis R. Frank for sheriff, Enos Streaton for register of deeds, William Van Loon for surveyor, Eugene Horn for clerk of court, and Andrew C. Smith for coroner.
Notes about Steamer J. S. excursions on Aug 1 and 2 with afternoon and moonlight trips, fares listed, plus local residents and visitors in La Crosse. Mentions Joe Ebner leaving for a visit near St Paul, Miss Margaret Siegfried returning home, and other brief personal notices.
Vi roqua Wisconsin hosts La Crosse District Camp from August 1 to 9 with a large local attendance expected. Program features Rev E E Horth tenor plus pastors from across the state, including daily services, children events, hymns, about twelve speakers and a White Ribbon Day program. Local briefs note theft of grip from La Crosse hotel guests returning from a Dakota trip and legal proceedings in Cashton over insane man liability.
Mr and Mrs E A Tieck extend thanks to friends and neighbors who kindly assisted after the death of their son Walter.
Tomorrow is the final day for filing nomination papers for the upcoming primaries. Some candidates have not circulated their papers yet, so voters will gather this evening and tomorrow to sign for friends. The Democratic slate is complete except for a county treasurer candidate.
A former La Crosse resident Miss Daisy Boycott married Robert Finley of Los Angeles. The ceremony occurred in Los Angeles, and Mrs. Finley is the daughter of W. J. Boycott who once owned the Boycott hotel in La Crosse. The family moved west a few years ago.
Weather forecasts indicate the current extreme heat will ease, bringing cooler days and comfortable nights. Forecasters predict lower temperatures and improved sleeping conditions as the mass heat dissipates.
With Saturday the last day for filing nomination papers Republicans across the county seek a coroner. The office is poorly paid and Edward Cronon, the incumbent, seeks county clerkship leaving the post open. Otherwise the ticket remains complete.
Rt. Rev. Bishop Schwebach of La Crosse attended the consecration of Bishop Rhodes in Chicago yesterday. The ceremony drew a notable gathering of Catholic prelates and the local dignitary assisted in the ceremonial. An artists competition always results in a draw.
The first train on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul line arrived at the Butte Anaconda and Pacific depot from Miles City. The trip was uneventful and carried a party of St. Paul officials.
Henry Bosse went down Black River this morning after carrying out light work near Ona laska. Authorities searched the area for Bosse and reports indicate a possible drowning. Further details on rescue efforts and official statements were not immediately available.
A man asks a friend living in a lonely spot if he has enough police protection. The friend replies that their protection is ample and adds humor about having the county’s prettiest servant girl.
Mrs Harry Kincaid entertained three tables of bridge Wednesday afternoon at her Main Street home. Prizes went to Mrs Charles Noble and Mrs J T Hart. Guests included Mesdames Hart Noble Fred Phillips George Powell Alex Hyslop E S Hebberd R I Russell Norman Beans A E Soderberg Amelia Ryder and Miss Gertrude Heydon.
The wedding of Miss Louisa Harrison daughter of Mr and Mrs L A Harrison and Dr Shegetaro Morikubo is set for this evening at eight o clock at the bride's home on South Seventh street.
Grace Schultz, 29, wife of Fred Schultz, died about 2 30 PM from heart trouble aggravated by extreme heat. She fainted after noon after convulsions and was treated by physicians without success. She lived above Fay Lewis cigar store and recently moved to La Crosse from Alma Center with her husband. Survived by husband, no children. Parents Nicholas and Esther Andrews of Alma Center notified.
Officers of the Elks lodge consider a joint picnic with the Winona Elks at Trempealeau. They plan to charter the steamer La Crosse to meet the Winonans at a chosen spot for a day of games and amusements after the saengerfest.
Frank Murray and John Williams were freed on $190 bail after arrest during the Saengerfest. A trial was set for August 6, with local officials noting Murray as a reputed veteran in the trade and alleging prior bail in Peoria for a similar charge. The county stands to gain the posted bail if they fail to appear.
Evelyn Walsh daughter of multi millionaire Thos F Walsh quietly marries Edward P McLean son of John R W McLean of the Washington Post The ceremony at St Marks church was tiny with two witnesses The couple plan a brief Colorado Springs wedding trip then travel to New York and Europe Walsh owns estates in Washington Newport and London and jewels worth immense sums
The Kaiser failed to stop the marriage of Prince Joachim Albrecht of Prussia and Marie Sulzer, formerly Baroness Bleiburg, now disclosed as wed on August 15. Sulzer previously divorced the baron for title eligibility, payment of 7500 dollars noted. Joachim’s banishment to Africa amid scandal is recalled as his intimates speak of settling in America.
London July 30 Matthew Halpin manager of the American Olympic team announced plans to collect money on his return for a trophy for Dorando the Italian runner who finished first but was disqualified for receiving assistance. Several checks have already come in from Americans and more are expected to raise a handsome prize.
A reflective note on how ignoring others' viewpoints can blind one to their concerns. The piece urges empathy and awareness in leadership, friendship, and daily interactions.
The Chamberlain family in London announced that reports of Joseph Chamberlain’s health are greatly exaggerated and his stay is for pleasure rather than physical weakness. Others remain pessimistic, warning that his condition is grave and a collapse may be imminent.
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