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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1911
Page
5
The article recalls John Hen ce, convicted of murdering Charles L. Bus, a drug clerk, on April 4. Since September 11, 1899, he has been in prison despite claims of innocence and poor evidence, prompting debate over the governor's action.
The horn book, used from 1450 through the eighteenth century, served as the standard elementary school text. A wooden slab with printed letters and numerals was covered by parchment and sealed with horn to repel moisture, while samplers and Bible pages provided alphabet practice for young learners.
The tale tells Alcyone, daughter of Aeolus, marrying Ceyx. Grief over his fate leads her to death by sea, gods revive them as halcyons, and decree seven calm days from December 22 to 29 when seas remain still while seabirds nest. The period is named Halcyon days.
A Norwalk resident was recalled from a trip when her father fell seriously ill. The situation prompted the Caller to return promptly to care for him.
Joel Nelson of 2036 Kane Street sues the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad for 25000 after his right arm was severed last December in Austin Minnesota. He was hanging on a box car ladder when a baggage truck on the platform knocked him and the arm was cut off. Nelson refused a 2000 settlement and will begin trial with attorney French and Sasse.
The Billiken Athletic Club will host a house party tomorrow evening in its Mill Street rooms at the request of attending ladies. Everyone is invited and a large crowd is expected, as many from the north side have yet to see the new club rooms. Furnishings are nearly complete and the rooms look homelike. A light lunch will be served to guests.
A Westchester politician recalls John Fiske and his son in the lumber business near New York City. The heavyweight pair weighed 362 and 365 pounds respectively. The next day the firm sign was altered from John Fiske & Son to John Fiske & Father signaling a written jab at authority and rivalry.
The latest cigarette case combines gold and platinum and remains very thin and flat. It carries only a single row of cigarettes and fits easily in a vest pocket. Styles with curving lines have faded as these flat designs gain popularity.
About 120 chickens were likely destroyed when ten dozen eggs spilled from a Hawley Commission wagon near Mill street crossing. The broken eggs formed a yellow pool on the street and rumors circulated that some eggs might have contained more than potential chickens.
A daily summary of residents and guests includes Mrs. J Yarrington recovering from appendicitis at La Crosse hospital, Miss Cora Mekvold returning from South Dakota for a relative’s death, and Miss Frances Fackler resuming work at the Q after illness. Several locals host or visit friends in nearby towns, with church and social group activities noted.
Chicago reports A. J. Lichtstein faces a double setback after a May wheat corner. He must liquidate millions of bushels at cash value and cope with an inquiry by the local board of trade aimed at curbing market cornering.
Madison Wis June 13 special. An effort to rush a bill forcing the state land commissioners to buy Fleming property near the state fair park for 45000 an area of about seven and a half acres is described as a major scandal. Opposed by most of the state board of agriculture and Milwaukee lawmakers, the measure is seen as a repeated attempt to foist land on the state. Senator John Thomas labels the plan one of the worst steals in years.
A remarkable ant infestation disrupts Ryhope in Durham England affecting 120 miners’ homes. The foreign species swarms living rooms cupboards and foods. Owners hire experts to exterminate. nests are dug out and colonies destroyed.
The bumble bee unleashes a sustained push while all other pieces retreat from the boards. The energetic effort shifts control as the target remains uncertain and players adjust positions.
Luck consists of nine parts hard work and the balance good common sense. John Hawley of Milwaukee is visiting friends on the north side. Mr and Mrs Harvey West left this morning for the Twin Cities. Mrs Harvey Hampton Minneapolis is visiting relatives and friends at Loomis and Wood streets.
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