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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1907
Page
4
A letter from Andrew Mayer of Brooklyn, dated October 30 1906, describes severe cough and suspected bronchitis or consumption. After using Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey the coughing lessens, strength returns, and the writer credits the remedy with saving his health.
An advertisement touts Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey as a proprietary distillation claim and medical tonic. It asserts health benefits and antiseptic properties, urges buyers to seek the genuine sealed bottle, and offers a free medical booklet from Duffy Mall Whiskey Co of Rochester New York.
The state Kriegerverein encampment will gather in Man itowoc on June 16 and 17. National Commander Mar den Gass of Chicago will speak at the Sunday picnic along with John Schantz of Watertown and Mayor C A Groft man. Seven bands will provide concerts day and night and a ball game between Manitowoc and Sheboygan is slated for Sunday afternoon, with an estimated 10 000 attendees from abroad.
Green Lake Wisconsin June 5 The fifty-sixth annual Winnebago convention of Congregational churches opens at the Congregational church with Rev Irving M Channon of Chicago as a principal speaker. Secretaries and superintendents attend and the program includes college visit and supper at Alumni Common hall. The union plan with Methodist Protestant and United Brethren churches will be considered and likely ratified. The closing sermon will be by Rev F T Rouse.
Superior Wisconsin June 5 The Wisconsin I O F grand lodge convention opens with 1500 visitors in town Mayor Linley welcomes delegates and Rebekahs 168 candidates receive degrees in morning 168 more in afternoon Royal Purple degree awarded last evening followed by grand ball and reception Harbor boat ride and other entertainment planned Marinette pursues next year’s venue with little discussion so far
The International Union of United Brewery Workmen vows to challenge the American Federation of Labor denial at the next convention. Milwaukee delegates foresee reinstatement amid calls to retain jurisdiction over firemen, teamsters, and engineers. The Cincinnati executive board denounces the expulsion as class legislation and a breach of charter rights.
In Fond du Lac Wisconsin Bishop Grafton urges the Episcopal church at Richmond in October to declare the indissolubility of marriage among baptized persons He argues the strongest discipline is to exclude divorced couples from church social events whether or not courts uphold the idea.
Gov Gillett urges a citizens committee to enforce law in San Francisco riots a plan seen as reviving 19th century vigilantism. The St Louis Globe-Democrat questions whether California can maintain orderly civilization with such a proposal and seeks a modern solution to rioting leadership.
A proposal outlines a twenty five mile subway project in Tokio. Officials push for rapid transit alignment to ease congestion and connect major districts with new underground routes.
The Massachusetts legislature is poised to pass a bill enabling savings banks to establish life insurance departments. Devised by Louis D. Brandeis and the Massachusetts Savings Insurance League, the plan aims to offer affordable, value-based life insurance for wage earners, challenging private companies with high profits.
A resident notes that a neighbor who enters through the back door from her kitchen at any hour is more welcome than those who dress up and come through the parlor, reflecting informal community norms.
Neighborhood items list visits from Miss Wiley of La Crosse Miss Lena Bedessen and Miss Mollie Edwards of Sparta. Notable events include a Norwalk high reception with dancing and a 10 to 4 high school baseball win over Notwalk. Local trips span West Salem Sparta Madison and Warrens Nebraska.
Memorial day events at Woodman hall featured roll call by Fife Major Tibbetts and a march to the cemetery led by Captain Fitch and a military band. Chaplain Mills offered prayer, graves were honored with flowers, and photos were taken by Mrs. Doville. A dinner followed with readings and songs, including Penelope Nagle’s recitation and Mrs. Cass with Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address.
Stewart Edward White in Outing Magazine details the riverman’s craft on a log drive. He describes balancing on moving timber, riding downriver, jumping between logs, and rushing rapids with calm precision.
Mr E W Goodloe of 107 St Louis St Dallas says in the past year he has become acquainted with Dr King’s New Life Pills and that no laxative he tried before disposed of malaria and biliousness effectively. They don’t grind nor gripe. 25c at QO T Erhart’s drug store.
A notable point in automotive history is that about two thirds of horse drawn vehicles produced each year in the United States are distinctly designed for pleasure use rather than work. The statement reflects evolving public interest and market differentiation during the era of horse powered transport.
Canadian soldiers may attempt to seize John F. Dietz if negotiations with Dr. N. Booth of Port Arthur lead to action. Sawyer County authorities say they would permit the attempt but would not pay costs if Dietz is not captured. State officials reject the report as ridiculous and unlikely to start.
Oshkosh Wisconsin June 5 state Grand Army of the Republic holds forty first annual convention campfire in Armory B with Arion Orchestra and speeches by ex governors and military leaders. trolley to White City and officer elections planned. Kremer likely commander. Hicks memorial cornerstone to be dedicated Thursday.
A major blaze in Oshkosh Wisconsin on Main street caused about 70000 in losses across Brill Baggage company Tobias Luck Photograph Gallery and L Struebbing Clothing. Brill stock was ruined Luck’s gallery wiped out about 18000 negatives destroyed.
In a special election Mineral Point Wisconsin approved a $40,000 bond for a new city hall. The measure passed by a 212 vote majority.
A May 29 ceremony at the German Lutheran church in Nodine joined William Johnson and Clara Witt with Rev. John Siegler officiating. A wedding dinner followed at the bride’s father August Witt’s home.
A three candidate race for department commander of the United Spanish War Veterans unfolds in Racine with Milwaukee’s James E. Armstrong Beloit’s William F. Bauchle and Racine’s E. L. Evans seeking election at the Manitowoc encampment set for July 2 3 4.
A $60,000 case from Red Cliff reservation Duluth and Red Cliff Lumber Co involves timber sold by minors. The U S Supreme Court ruling favors the plaintiffs and could open similar suits against other lumber firms nationwide.
The Rev D J F Dudley, who led the First Congregational church of Eau Claire from 1869 until his death, died at Fargo yesterday. He served as pastor for more than twenty six years and is survived by his widow two sons Joseph G Dudley of Buffalo New York and William A Dudley of Waterloo Iowa and a daughter Mrs Farnham of Fargo North Dakota.
Mrs Charles Ogden a member of the company presenting Uncle Tom's Cabin died while the troupe was at Kilbourn Judge Ogden of this county is her father in law and the body was brought to this city for burial
Milwaukee June 5 trustees of the Wisconsin Anti-Saloon league failed to name a state superintendent to replace Rev T M Hare at a Y M C A meeting. The headquarters committee will continue the search and report by mail. National Superintendent P A Baker is in the city to assist.
In Kenosha Wisconsin on June 5 the Kemper Hall preparatory class held its annual commencement. A large group received certificates of graduation and most plan to enter the college department next year.
The iMexican calendar lists 131 holidays. Officials highlight cultural observances and regional commemorations across the year. Local communities plan events around these dates, reflecting diverse traditions and national celebrations.
A mother in Akron Ohio recounts using Cuticura Soap and Ointment to heal a baby’s widespread sores after four doctors failed. Within half a cake of soap and a box of ointment, the child’s skin cleared and the family saved money, praising the $0.75 cost.
A testimonial from Cedar Grove Maine man George H Parris praises Electric Bitters for liver and kidney trouble relief. The letter says one bottle helped, three cured, sold by O T Erhart druggist at 50 cents.
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