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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1911
Page
8
Poslam claims instant relief for eczema acne salt rheum barbers itch and other skin afflictions with overnight results. It is advertised as a universal cure for years old conditions including pimples rashes sunburns hives and itching feet with rapid soothing action and renewed skin appearance.
Nearly three thousand mill girls are out of work as mills close due to hobble skirt fashion reducing cloth usage. The report from Olneyville, Rhode Island notes the impact on employment and local industry from the recent style change.
The class of 1911 at Princeton University totaling 251 received their diplomas in Alexander Hall yesterday. Diplomas were presented by Acting President John Aiken Stewart.
Secretary John L. Utermoehl announces a large La Crosse business junket on June 20 with 300 to 400 merchants and families aboard a Burlington train. Stops at Stoddard Chaseburg Coon Valley Westby and Viroqua include a planned dinner in Viroqua and a return to La Crosse by nightfall. Round trip fare is one dollar, half the regular price, with tickets on sale at leading business firms. Focus is to promote La Crosse and its goods across the tributary territory and showcase local farming and scenery.
The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad paid a dividend on its preferred stock yesterday after a long gap since January 18. President Jeffrey said the board kept current income to cover guarantees and fixed charges, noting the Western Pacific bond guarantee would risk bond default if a dividend were declared.
Chinun Chu Fuh, a Chinese sophomore, won the highest prize of Lehigh University a $200 gold award at spring commencement exercises in Bethlehem. The 78 graduating engineers received diplomas as Dr. James E. Talmage of Salt Lake City delivered the address.
A brief item notes people lament spending five dollars worth of time on a lost one dollar. The piece frames the small tragedy as a reflection on value and effort, with a wry tone typical of a compact late edition column.
Darkens hair to restore a youthful look and stops hair loss while removing dandruff. Wyeth blends sage and sulfur with other ingredients for a hair dressing that stimulates growth. Sold by druggists for fifty cents a bottle with refund if not as represented. Special agent C. J. Erhart based at 520 Main Street.
WAUKESHA Wis June 14 June 15 marks the Wisconsin Old Settlers association homecoming at Palmyra. The procession forms at 9 15 a m at the station escorts to picnic grounds by the Whitewater band. Speakers include Judge Chas B Rogers T P Buckley Rev E B Burgess and others with a large chorus led by Dr B W Hayes. Two baseball games are on the program.
Miss Mary A. Thom of Madison will wed John D. Myleau of Wausau in Madison on Thursday evening June 15. Groom’s father W H Myleea formerly served as attorney general of the state and bride’s father once chaired the Republican State Central Committee.
Washington reports Postmaster General Hitch cock says western postal savings depositories are more patronized. By July 13 a total of 650 offices will operate with 100 added, 59 opening July 10 and 50 on July 13. Named towns include Blue Earth South St. Paul Laverne Minnesota and Columbus Viroqua Wisconsin.
Fifty clowns from many nations perform in the Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth. The article lauds their universal humor, international talent, and varied acts shown in the La Crosse engagement with a mix of adventures, stunts, and comic mayhem.
In Creede Colorado on June 14 the coroner's jury ruled that Mrs Michael Lefevre acted in self defense when she killed John Zang who attempted a criminal assault on her while her husband was away.
New York report says Professor F. C. Curry of Boston was struck and bruised by a street car. He admitted fault and apologized to the motorman for delaying traffic.
In Canon City Colorado a county court hearing before Judge James L. Cooper examined Charles A. Downs of Chicago seeking letters of administration for Lewis A. Downs. The Chicago corset firm member allegedly maintained two wives with a Denver marriage to Emma G. Medley on December 12 1899 while his Chicago spouse and family remained.
The woman learned seven to eight years after marrying Downs that he already had a living spouse. Downs died three months ago in a Chicago hospital, leaving property in Colorado and Illinois.
Carrie Nation leaves $60 per month to her daughter Carolina McNabb on condition the daughter is not confined in an insane asylum.
Bethlehem, Pa June 14 A 15 year old boy Paul Hagen of Coopersburg faced suit for breach of promise by a girl of his own age before he died by drowning in an apparent self inflicted act.
New York report says M inc ah Bernhardt known as the Divine Sara remains a divinity to the office. Gross receipts near 1 000 000 are projected from the American tour ending June 21 with 25 000 miles 103 American shows and 285 performances noted. The star is 67 years old and a reception is planned before Europe sailing.
Fragmentary quote notes a man reluctant to remarry citing ongoing payments to a former boss as a deterrent. The text reflects social attitudes and financial ties from a historical issue.
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