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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1911

Page

8

Majestic's Sunday crowd foresees another full house

Majestic Theatre showcases After Twenty Years a strong plot along with Cariban Hunting in Canada and Put Out. The Tramp praised for its rare storytelling and homely atmosphere. Mr Kerr to sing Madame Sherry hit and other songs, while Walter hints at a surprise.

Majestic Cariban Canada Thanhouser Veryone Eve €Ryone Mr. Kerr Madame Sherry Walter the Majestic

Modern mill work contractor promises high class work at low prices

Focus your eye on the work we have done for others and you will see what you can expect if you entrust us with your contract for sash doors interior finish hardwood fixtures flooring and other mill work. Modern facilities enable us to render high class work at extremely low prices.

High School Commencement at La Crosse Theatre

Preparations for the La Crosse High School commencement are underway for Friday evening. Seventy six graduates will receive diplomas after completing their courses. Six speakers will give five minute talks. Miss Ruth Vance will play piano solos and Miss Lena Weimar will sing. A chorus of graduates and top singers, plus the school orchestra, will provide performances.

la Crosse Theatre Ruth Vance Lena Weimar

Notice to Water Consumers Permits Sprinkling With Restrictions

Sprinkling is now permissible but water must not be wasted. During a fire all sprinkling must cease at once. Sprinkling taps left open after hours 5 to 8 am and 5 to 9 pm will be turned off by the undersigned. Violators subject to prosecution under city ordinances per the Board of Public Works.

Board OF Public Works

Rebecca Assembly Visitors Return to Home Cities

Mrs F W Boardman and Mrs C Jenks return from Milwaukee after attending the state Rebecca assembly. Dr Geo Powell noted as consulting physician. Several locals travel, host, or visit in La Crosse including B A Yeomen meeting and Normal class play upcoming at Myrick park with 5 cent tickets.

F. W. Boardman C. Jenks Milwaukee Rebecca Assembly Geo. Powell E. H. Eberle Minneapolis C. H. Velliers Lanesboro Minn Shakespeare Rosalind Celia Forest of Arden Myrick Park B. Wood Bangor Will Powell J. Ftzgerald St. Paul Louis Kailorud Rushford Howe N. C. Noggle de Soto la Crosse J. Halvorson Harmony Gateway City George Snelling Hamburg F. J. Rudolph Cashton B. A. Yeomen St. Francis Hospital A. G. Olson Mabel Martin Root Viroqua J. E. Johnson H. Kloppenstein William Beldon Caledonia

Northwestern Line Announces Summer Round Trip Rates

Special low round trip rates in June July August and September on luxuriously equipped fast trains. Colorado Utah and California routes offered with liberal stopovers and return limits. Rates and dates available from ticket agents. The North Western Line.

North Western Line

Watch Repair Service Promises Free Regulation

A veteran watch repair shop with 33 years in the business touts first class repair work and factory experience. They offer to set and regulate your chronometer, gratis, ensuring your watch keeps accurate time.

Well system to meet opposition in La Crosse vote

City officials and public works members held a meeting over a rumored recommendation to adopt a city well system for La Crosse. They warn water receipts would fall by at least $8 000 annually as manufacturers might switch to private wells. Some doubt the commission’s plan and expect the Mississippi River source to stay.

Rate Commission la Crosse Madison Board of Public Works Mississippi River

Clabby to Fight Chicago in Gary Ind Boxing Show

June 13 report says Jimmy How ard and Jimmy Clabby likely to meet before the National Athletic Club at Gary Indiana the only near Chicago venue for public fights.

Chicago Jimmy Howard Jimmy Clabby Naonal Athletic Club Gary Ind

Best Fishing Regions Reachable by North Western Line

Going fishing offers top spots in Wisconsin, Northern Michigan, and Minnesota. Travelers reach these waters via The North Western Line with tickets through C and N W Ry agents in Chicago.

Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota North Western Line C, Johnson Chicago Ill

Fire destroys Waukesha Lime and Stone offices

Waukesha Wis June 13 Fire consumed the offices storeroom boarding house and 2000 cords of wood of the Waukesha Lime and Stone company water shortages hampered efforts to fight the blaze causing about 10000 in losses with partial insurance.

Waukesha, Wis Waukesha Fire Department Waukesha Lime and Stone Company

Low round trip excursion rates to Colorado cities

Travel offer details include daily round trips to Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo Colorado through September 30 with favorable stop overs and liberal return limits. For full information contact ticket agents.

Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Colo North Western Line

A Pretty Frock Easy to Pack for Travelers

After a day of sightseeing a light white voile lingerie frock with simple design and a touch of color at the girdle and hem offers easy packing and quick dressing for feminine travelers en route.

McKenzie Wedding Anniversary Cotton Shower Hosted

Mr and Mrs Ralph McKenzie celebrated their first anniversary with about twenty friends at a cotton shower held Saturday evening at 1602 Prospect Street A luncheon followed from baskets Presented were gifts to the couple from guests including F Schweigert John J McKenzie Archie Taylor John Owen Mrs Heath Mrs Gullickson Mrs Ole Brown Mrs Graff Hilda Brown Louise Brown Laura Davidson Lillian Blystad Frances McKenzie and Walter Hafner.

Ralph McKenzie Prospect Street McKenzie Messrs and Mesdames F. Schweigert John J. McKenzie Archie Taylor John Owen

Handkerchief Shower for Julia Waters Bride

Miss Blanche Holcombe entertained a small group of intimate friends at a handkerchief shower for Julia Waters, one of the coming brides. Guests included Mrs. Horace Holley Edna Tarbox Cora Schulze and Beatrice Leissring.

Julia Waters Blanche Holcombe Horace Holley Edna Tarbox Cora Schulze Beatrice Leissring

Picnic at Pettibone Park with Mrs Hyslop party

Mrs Hyslop drove a group of friends to Pettibone park Saturday afternoon where a picnic supper was served. The party included Mesdames Amelia Ryder J L Pettingill S S Hebberd Geo Powell the Misses Wheeler Mabel Matteson Ruth Leissring and Mrs Hyslop.

Pettibone Park

Rambler Club goes on Dakota launch outing

The Rambler club took a launch trip to Dakota last evening with supper served on the boat.

Rambler Club Dakota

D. A. R. Members Visit Kresbach for Flag Day

Tomorrow the D. A. R. will celebrate Flag Day by a trip to Kresbach where they will be entertained at the home of Mrs. C. H. Marsh.

Kresbach C. H. Marsh

Miss Lydia Dahlgren Visits Chicago From Indiana House

Miss Lydia Dahlgren assistant superintendent of the Girls' Club at Indiana House Chicago returned to Chicago this noon after spending the day in the city with her mother. The article notes Indiana House as a convenient stop for young women traveling to the city with reasonable rates.

Lydia Dahlgren Chicago Miss Dahlgren Girls’ Club Indiana House East Indiana Street

Explorer tales of Skeeter Swamp and Flytown teased

The St Paul Dispatch recounts Frank Malone extolling New Jersey wilds. He recalls a storekeeper’s two whoops to Skeeter Swamp and a Skeeter Swamp resident’s three chaws to Flytown with a caveat for fast chawers.

Wilds New Jersey Frank Malone Atlantic City Long Branch Skeeter Swamp Flytown St. Paul

Absent-minded Milwaukee man leaves grip on sidewalk

Laurence J. Conway recalls a friend who packed a grip for a trip and, after trying to light a cigarette in a windy day, turned back and walked home, leaving the grip behind on the sidewalk as he went back to kiss his family goodbye.

Milwaukee Laurence J. Conway

Window Glass Through the Ages in Homes and Shows

The text traces how window glass evolved from small panes with mullions in colonial houses to large single sheets. It notes decorative yet practical shifts, explaining large plates suit only when the view warrants them, and that most homes are better with smaller panes rather than showy shop like glass.

Marriage License Coupon Transfer Check Rumor

Rumors from Pittsburg suggest a coupon transfer check affects marriage licenses in the area. Life continues with its usual routines as residents note the chatter but remain uncertain about any official changes.

Pittsburg

Chicago confession reveals fire trust in arson plot

The confession of Leopold Dreyfus exposes a fire trust in a vast arson scheme. Jacob Wronski is accused as the "solicitor" in the conspiracy and is held awaiting further light on the case. He refuses to answer questions.

Chicago Leopold Dreyfus Jacob Wronski Ting Wronski

Engagement Ring On Finger Tops Local Jewelry Store Stash

A proverb-like item notes that an engagement ring worn on the finger holds more value than a dozen rings kept in a jeweler's safe. It emphasizes practical sentiment over hoarded wealth.

Widow Keeps Hope Alive Between Better Chances

A widow bides time waiting for a clearer opportunity, not letting any potential break slip away as she positions for a favorable match or raise.

Wa-Hoo Bitters extended sale at 25c

Local ad extends offer to July 1 for a regular 1.00 bottle of Wa-Hoo Bitters. Customers report satisfaction and repeat purchases. The remedy, made by Indian Medicine Co., Battle Creek, Michigan, lists herbs and roots including Sarsaparilla and Prickly Ash. Bring this ad to Chas Beyschlag Drug Store, 503 Main Street.

Oldndian Medicine Co Battle Creek Mich CHAS Beyschlag Drug Store Main Street

Morris to Speak at G O P Dinner

Madison Wis June 13 Ten minute speeches timed by Gov Meerns watch will be the rule at the Progressive Republican dinner in the Woman’s building tonight. Plates will be fifty cents and it is expected that 300 persons will attend. The governor will act as toastmaster and speakers include Lt Gov Thomas Morris Senator H C Martin Senator A W Sanborn Senator W C Owen Speaker C E Ingram John Hicks Oshkosh Assemblyman L E Gettle T J Mahon and J C Gilbertson.

Assembly John Hicks Oshkosh L. E. Gettle T. J. Mahon J. C. Gilbertson

Edith Burer and Olive Bartlett Planned Eau Claire Visit

Mrs. Edith E. Burer and her sister Olive E. Bartlett travel tonight for a week in Eau Claire to visit their brother J. C. Bartlett.

Edith E. Burer Olive E. Bartlett Eau Claire J. C. Bartlett

Slender Girl George in Whispered Courtship

A playful exchange centers on a slender girl rumored to be the aim of a suitor named George. The conversation hints at romance and social flirtation with teasing remarks about slenderness and charm.

Also Mentioned on This Page

John C. Burns ICE Cream and Butter Company North North Street Baker & Niebuhr Sth & Jay Motion Picture Theatres the Fashion Shop F. A. Reiman Exclusive Garment Store Fifth and Main Streets Oscar Houce Segelke &Kohlhaus Mig. Co Gerald Geraldine Thomas McCall Bonny View John Schuh Lizy Schuh Peter Schuh West Channel Colorado Utah California W. T. Irvine, Jeweler Waukesha D. A. R. Outing Jersey Ellis E. Langdon Jay St Mr. James Kerr Walter Goetzinger Yacob Weonsal Morris Slender Girl George Harold H. C. Evenson Eyesight Specialist
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