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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1908
Page
9
Mrs. Robert Kundahl of Viroqua Wisconsin died at 7 this morning after four years of Brights disease. She failed gradually in recent weeks. Survived by husband a daughter and other relatives. Funeral tentatively planned for Tuesday in Viroqua.
A cynical reflection notes that the wrongdoer clings to the belief that forgiveness will come after being discovered. The line questions whether mercy can prevail when deceit is evident and truth emerges.
Commissioner R S Reid spent Thursday examining soil wastage in Bostwick valley and nearby areas. He reports deep gullies dug into valuable farm land by spring rains and notes further damage in the St Joseph Ridge district. Investigations continue.
Mr and Mrs E G Charf of Chicago are guests of their sister Mrs A M Brayton at 1122 Main Street during a short visit.
Miss Jennie Mueller daughter of Mr and Mrs Emil Mueller married William B Fraser son of Post Office Inspector E E Fraser last Wednesday at the Mueller home. Rev Julius Gamm officiated before about fifty guests with green and white decor and a bridal aisle of white satin ribbons. The couple plan a home in the Derr flats Cass street after a tour to Chicago Detroit Buffalo and Toronto.
A large gathering celebrated Mrs Carl Roisger's birthday yesterday with a pleasant afternoon of refreshments. Guests included Mrs August Richter Mrs Fred Schultze Mrs Max Albert Mrs Freihnert Mrs Joe Petrojack Mrs William Grosser Mrs Soller Mrs Frank Steinlein Mrs Thomas Steinlein Miss Gross Mrs Joe Offendinger Miss Mildred Gilbertson Mrs Albert Gilbertson Mrs John Knutson Mrs Andreas Wenzel of the north side Mrs Edward Yankes Mrs Barnie Collins and Mrs Stifter.
Mrs. William Searles of Denver was guest of honor at a 5 o clock tea hosted by sister Mrs. Leslie B Raymond at 325 South Sixth Street. Rose pink decor featured peonies and syringias with painted pink place cards and several helpers assisting.
The Ladies' Ricety of the English Lutheran church hosted a Thursday afternoon anniversary for Miss Jennie Outmans at 718 South Sixth Street. They presented a gold chain and locket and served refreshments, with about twenty attendees expressing appreciation for her faithful church service.
Y. W. C. A. notes a large attendance at the Friday Japanese social held in the gymnasium. Program included songs Rustic Dance Lullaby by Erminie St Cecelia Quartet and a Dumbbell Drill Anvil Chords.
Miss Helen Gantert will be hostess at three social events next week. The Tuesday lunch begins at 1 o clock, followed by a 5 o clock tea on Wednesday and a 7 o clock dinner on the third day.
Mrs A D Hunt and Mrs J W Palmer held a large tea at 913 State Street with Mrs Rogers of Pocatello as a welcome guest. Decorations featured June flowers in pink green white and red. The next afternoon forty friends shared 500 and supper with prizes awarded to Mrs Jusitis of Sparta and Mrs Eugene Derr.
Mr and Mrs J H Higbee celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary at their farm near Kilbourn Wisconsin They wed in Ohio on June 13 1848 and moved to Adams County in 1852 Their son Attorney E C Higbee and another son E S Higbee operate nearby farms and plan to join today Neighbors expect calls throughout the day.
Mrs. Bangsberg’s circle of the First M E church plans a hay rack party at the county farm Monday. They meet at 1 o'clock at Mrs. Bangsberg’s King street home and Mr. Johnson will drive the hay rack. A picnic lunch will be served before returning and a merry time is expected.
La Crosse high school faculty hosted a Thursday luncheon and spring picnic at Grabhorn springs for three teachers turning brides this summer Catherine Kinnison Belle Collins and Gae Myers. Supper at the springs and a moonlit ride above Dakota capped the enjoyable evening.
The R T C club hosted a Thursday evening farewell gathering at the Loveland home on State street with Miss Lulu Page as guest of honor. The event included refreshments and a social time. Miss Page and Mr Reuben Andreas plan to marry next Wednesday afternoon in the First M church and then move to Minneapolis.
Miss Lillian C. Anderson returns home to spend vacation with her mother at 1135 Main Street after teaching at the school for the deaf in Eau Claire. Helen Burke recovering from a serious illness will go to the country for the summer to recuperate. Mrs. James Kerr came home from Minneapolis. Mrs. M Martison and Mrs. N Nelson hosted the Ladies Aid of the English Lutheran church at the church on Wednesday.
A profile of Charles Warren Fairbanks depicts him as a self made Indiana senator and former vice president. It notes he rejects the buttermilk and icewater nicknames while acknowledging his wealth and party leadership. The piece recalls his rise from Ohio farm roots to law practice and political ascent, with anecdotes of campaign work and a tale linked to a milk and pie joke.
Mr. R. Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee testifies he used Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup for chronic constipation and found it a thorough practical remedy. O T Erhart signs the note offering his reference.
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