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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1914
Page
1
Enormous yields are reported across Minnesota, Canada and Dakota as Wortheast predicts a record harvest. In the United States the American side of the line shows little or no field damage from the elements, suggesting a strong regional crop year.
Minnesota and the Dakotas report bumper prospects for crops with improved labor and marketing conditions. Wheat prospects strengthen as the middle western Canada area anticipates the greatest wheat crop in history come September.
Fred Schnell, president of the board of public works, announced that the bath house at the river will not open until sometime next week. The delay comes despite plans to open this coming Saturday due to increased water thickness and volume. The facility will receive general repairs with no major improvements. City youths have begun bathing elsewhere and report the water to be warm for the early season and that tad is present.
Lieutenant Governor Barratt O'Hara led a senatorial campaign caravan through Bloomington Illinois when three newlywed brides stepping from the woods halted the auto march to pick wild flowers. The delay allowed the O'Hara party to linger and later arrive where he delivered his “Get Married” speech.
On the Mazatlan front the women urged General Rodriguez to yield the city to Constitutionalists to stop starvation. Rodriguez refused as the federal garrison hoards provisions, with about half the non combatants reportedly without food and many having eaten for two days. The scarce supplies would last roughly one week if distributed.
Joseph K. Kidder of the Tribune reports from a second La Crosse farmers banquet at Germania hall. About 100 farmers voiced one key demand an adequate comprehensive La Crosse market, saying the absence of a live market is the top concern. The gathering was large and enthusiastic with varied speeches planned.
Mrs. William Voeck, widow of William Veeck, calls for Walter Jones to spend the rest of his life in prison for the May 2 West Salem murder and rejects any pardon. She tells The Tribune that a life term is needed and that releasing him would endanger society. Jones will be taken to Waupun this week to begin a long state term.
Davenport Iowa June 9 The Iowa State Federation of Labor began its twenty second annual convention with 200 delegates present. Officials expect discussions on strikes in Michigan Colorado and West Virginia to dominate the agenda with no factionalism expected.
The report notes yesterday’s highs near 88 and low 74 with 90 percent precipitation. Forecasts for La Crosse and nearby areas call for fair to partly cloudy skies, cooler nights, and possible local showers through Wednesday. Minnesota Iowa and Wisconsin regions expect cooler, unsettled, and shower-prone conditions with near normal to lower temperatures. River flood advisories show St Paul 5.4 feet rising - La Crosse 9.0 feet with a gradual rise over 36 hours and slow increase at La Crosse.
Mrs. James Stras of North La Crosse was struck by a motorcycle driven by Virgil Campbell at Third and State streets, stepping from a car and suffering painful but not serious injuries. Campbell’s account says the car stopped on the wrong side of the street, while witnesses claim Campbell rode fast and the street car company bears responsibility. Also reported are injuries to E. A. Duke in a Mormon Coulee road pileup, and updates on Thomas Steinlein and others in related crashes with varying casualty details and conflicting statements from participants.
Des Moines Iowa June 9 Chairman Rawson of the republican state central committee today issued the call for the state convention to be held in Des Moines on July 15.
In Tunnel City, Judge Reed granted Freda Taft a divorce from Harry Taft after desertion following a week of marriage. The couple, not related to the notable Taft family, were the sole parties named in the action heard late yesterday afternoon.
A petition to the Supreme Court claims M'Govern used state funds to test executive authority. It alleges he withheld money for the Stout Institute to secure his own hold on office.
A writ of mandamus was served on Stout Institute trustees to show cause in the Wisconsin Supreme Court June 17 why construction of the Menomonie buildings should not be ordered to proceed as directed by the last legislature. The petition, supported by Attorney General Owen, claims Governor McGovern delayed the project to shape public sentiment against continued public spending before 1914 primaries and elections. The suit, brought by Frank Pierce and the firm Aylward, Davies and Oldrich, notes overcrowding and a $200,000 1914 appropriation for administrative and domestic facilities. Governor McGovern is quoted as asserting a right to halt the project, and a letter from him accompanies the petition.
Washington reports secretary of state Bryan is hopeful Carranza will name commissioners for Niagara Falls mediation on Carranza terms. He said no armament orders were issued for the Antilla and evacuation of Vera Cruz may not occur soon. Carranza’s reply to the mediators is being prepared for Niagara Falls.
In Philadelphia on June 9 Rev. E. L. Ershansky an elderly rabbi was killed and Mrs. Fannie Eisenbaum the family friend was wounded as they sat on the Ershansky doorstep. Thomas Burns the peddler, the shooter, refused to talk today.
Unidentified man’s body was recovered Monday afternoon near the lake’s west shore at Lake La Belle, Wisconsin, in a apparently decomposed state.
Rev George R Longbrake pastor of St Pauls Universalist La Crosse was chosen grand chaplain of the Wisconsin Elks at their Wausau convention. He serves as local Elks chaplain and as chaplain of the Third Regiment Wisconsin National Guard, having joined since the Mexican trouble began.
C R Hawkins of Campbell denounces powerful searchlights on autos saying they blind drivers and endanger narrow roads. He cites fatal risk and urges dimmed headlights. August Gollnick proposes a community meeting to curb speeding, urging enforcement of speed laws and strict penalties to protect farmers and families.
The La Crosse Home Coming entertainment committee plans more free street attractions during Home Coming week, redirecting funds from a Pet Tibbone park venue since Indians will not be allowed there. Letters from former residents praise the invitation notices and express hope to attend June 28 to July 4, with MO. M. MOORE hoping to be present.
At a La Crosse county banquet farmers urged a co operative market to unify sales and boost profits. Jeppa Wiellinger cited foreign models from Denmark and Holland and said a cooperative market could become city property after construction costs are covered. Supporting voices emphasized local benefit and a trading center for farmers with a competent market manager and accessible rest rooms.
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