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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1906
Page
1
A court order demands Seiler reveal formal charges or remain silent during the proceedings. The ruling sets deadlines for filing and outlines potential legal consequences for noncompliance. Authorities indicated the matter centers on pending allegations and the need for due process.
Fred West a 77 year old Civil War veteran and home less man died on a train bound for the soldiers home after injuring himself by falling 24 stairs at Kisslebach's saloon. He had recently returned to La Crosse and was taken to Milwaukee by his son. Funeral pending at the soldiers home.
Scripps McRae Dispatch reports Chicago on June 5 that packers and other trusts prosecuted by Roosevelt plan his political ruin, accusing him of radicalism and harming industries. Washington also denies Roosevelt interfered in packing, stating he had no interest in any packing business.
Portland June 5 Partial returns show George E. Chamberlain Democrat ahead for governor by about two thousand votes. Republicans win the U S Senate seats Jonathan Bourne and Fred W Mulkey and the rest of the state ticket.
Vice President Rossiter of the New York Central acknowledged the company owned stock and bonds in soft coal mines ahead of a Interstate Commerce hearing. The admission came during testimony this morning in New York.
Mrs John Costly and her daughter Geneva depart tonight for Portland Oregon for unspecified travel or visit, leaving home ahead of the journey.
Mayor Torrance received a letter and a mysterious wreath from a Los Angeles writer using initials P. G. She asked the wreath be laid on the grave of Col D Frank Powell White Beaver, who reportedly saved her life. The ashes of Powell are said to be elsewhere, and no disposition for the ashes or wreath is decided.
Fairbanks was officially notified today of Burton's resignation. The Senate committee on privileges and elections did not act on the resolution calling for Burton's expulsion.
Lincoln Neb June 5 Citizens organize a nonpartisan reception for Bryan upon his return in August. The event aims to welcome the prominent figure without party ties, reflecting local civic engagement.
City Clerk Jos. M. Sieger is approving vouchers today for the payment of city employees salaries as the payroll cycle closes.
In Ohio Scott Town two women drowned and four others were likely fatally hurt as a two hour storm demolished two stores and several houses, moved homes from foundations, and washed away Ohio river bridges. In Texas Fort Worth reports a cyclone in Grayson County began fifty miles north of Sherman and moved northeast wrecking houses and forcing refuges into cellars.
Senator La Follette introduced a resolution directing the interstate commerce commission to investigate the so called grain elevator trust. The move aims to scrutinize pricing practices in the grain handling industry and protect farmers from potential abuses.
Washington June 5 Captain Bowyer of the cruiser Columbia at Colon reports a clash between the officers of marines and the Panama native police. Two lieutenants and a midshipman were involved. The governor of Panama expressed regret and promised to punish the policemen.
The board of public works announced it will mail bills on July 1 to 3,080 water renters, following initial assessments. The move targets delinquent or unpaid water charges and aims to finalize accounts.
The La Crosse Retail Grocers Association chartered the steamer J. S. for June 27 to host its annual picnic at Battle Island. Morning departure by boat will lead to a day on the river with evening return. Organizers promise elaborate entertainment and a highly enjoyable summer event.
Des Moines June 5 Iowa independent packers prepare to boost their products after Chicago Packers expose. They claim sales fell fifty percent in the state and insist their houses are not subject to the abuses alleged in Chicago.
Twelve hundred militiamen arrived here this morning to quell the miners riot that occurred Sunday. Quiet prevails now though an ugly undercurrent remains in Dillonvale Ohio with authorities bracing for further trouble.
The state convention of Odd Fellows and Rebekahs began its session in Sheboygan Wisconsin on June 5 with officials and delegates gathering for deliberations and formal proceedings.
Continued unsettled weather brings warmth and humidity with probable showers tonight and Wednesday. Temperatures range 65 to 80 with winds light. River levels rise slightly upstream while falling near Wa basha and La Crosse and steady at Prairie du Chien. Stage of water 10.3, down 0.1. rainfall 0.30 inches.
A man walked onto the Niagara River brink six hundred feet above the falls and was swept toward the precipice. He grabbed at a rope but could not. Firefighters lowered a ladder and two men rescued him near the police station. he refused to name himself.
Judge Brindley fined E. J. Whipple 75 dollars and 40 days in jail costs. Whipple remains in Winona, sentence not enforceable without return. Bonsack stay of execution granted. Neumeister Goddard cost taxation decision pending Monday morning. Schellert Berensang case postponed. Marie Stangel granted divorce from Frank Stangel for cruelty and non support. Webber La Crosse Interstate Fair motion to set aside answer No 1 discussed.
All lights along the Mississippi will be supplied with burners this year. Lamps will be left burning day and night and will be tended to twice a week.
Mr. Holzman spent the day in the city yesterday. He operates a cigar business, selling cigars to customers encountered during the visit.
C F E Seiler, promoter of the Mexican Plantation company, must submit written charges of mismanagement by tomorrow night or lose his place. Directors met at Henry E Horne's office to address the dispute amid stockholders’ meeting pressure. Manager Horne claims no bookkeeper, Seiler failed to report, and asserts misbooked purchase prices and related transfers by Seiler, Funk and associates.
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