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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1906
Page
2
A stranger claimed Mrs G Anderson's husband had an Alaska sighting and a fatal shooting by Indians. He tried to extract money by spinning stories, then fled as the truth emerged. He was later revealed to be a former state prisoner.
The Bijou audience cheered The Tossing Lavallees praising its dexterity and strength. Ralph Devine reportedly strained a muscle in the back risking an immediate future engagement for the team. Pierre Lavallee impressed with veteran training while Herbert Lavallee and the two Lavallee girls entertained with agility and cleverness as manager Schuberg expressed delight.
An important meeting of the Carpenters and Millmen is set for this evening at Frohsinn hall. The District Deputy of the organization will address the gathering.
Fragmentary text shows ongoing dispute at a committee meeting. Anderson is linked to a street railway company in a death case, while an ordinance for extending the Catholic cemetery is discussed and the president counters prior statements.
An ad touts Herpicide as the only product that destroys the dandruff germ, promising instant itch relief and glossy soft hair. It targets druggists and offers samples by mail from The Herpicide Co. Detroit with agent O. T. Erhart listed.
The Wisconsin Grand Council of the United Commercial Travelers gathers in La Crosse for a two day convention expected to draw about 1,000 visitors from 26 states. Events include a mammoth Friday parade, band concert, banquet, and social rides with sessions at the New Courthouse and Masonic Temple.
Mayor Torrance and Aldermen Hous kin Keller and Bacheller blasted street railway chiefs as stingy after the city spent 1500 dollars on a Myrick park bandstand for concerts. Superintendent Livermore sought help paying chair transport costs for Memorial Day. Keller warned the railway to improve service or face a hot council fight for three more years.
Trempealeau Herald reports Mr. W. O. Beckwith of Chicago arrived with a party of three adults, a cook and an engineer. They traveled from Green Bay via Fox and Wisconsin Rivers to the Mississippi and plan to camp at Trempealeau Bay. Beckwith is brother-in-law of Mrs. Beckwith nee Cyra Cutter, with others expected later from Aurora Illinois.
Warning to readers with kidney or bladder trouble that Foley's Kidney Cure will positively cure all forms of kidney and bladder diseases. Sold by O. T. Erhart.
A baseball game billed for tomorrow on George Street between the Park Street ten and the Winona team promises a close contest. Rial reports indicate fast practice and eager anticipation for a lively local clash.
Wisconsin girls who will graduate from Smith College at Northampton are to receive the Bachelor of Arts degree. Nellie Manville is named among the recipients.
On Sunday June 43rd 1906 a formal menu lists soups such as Cream of Asparagus and Royal Hors doeuvres like Sliced Cucumbers and Radishes. It features main courses including Baked Salmon Maitre Wilotel Patitors and Roast Spring Lamb with Mint Sauce, plus roasts of beef and pork, baked chicken, and a variety of vegetables, salads, desserts, and beverages.
A series of unsolicited testimonials from Mrs Jielen Dawson and Dr Caleb Conklin praise Peruna and Hartmann’s remedies for debility colds and catarrh. They claim quick improvements in energy color and appetite after short courses. Readers are invited to consult Hartman Sanitarium for free medical advice.
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