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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
4
Helen Larson, struck by a shot while playing in the school yard, shows limited improvement today. Doctors fear potential progression to brain fever and monitor her closely for changes in her condition.
Wisconsin delegates elected Alfred T. Rogers as national committeeman and William C. Brumder as chairman amid tensions over Taft Roosevelt rivalries. The Stephenson defeat signals a shift toward primary rule and faction realignments within the Wisconsin delegation.
Wisconsin headquarters hummed with activity as factions debated the primary results led by La Follette allies and Wing. Telegraphers’ Union resolutions praised La Follette for securing a government inquiry into telegraph and telephone companies’ wages and practices.
Miss May O'Neil and Joseph Schwabenbauer were married Monday morning at St. Johns Catholic Church Avon and St James streets Rev L Kaluza conducted the ceremony witnessed by many relatives. The bride wore white batiste and taffeta with Valenciennes lace and carried bride roses. After a banquet at 502 Sumner street about 40 relatives and friends attended. The couple, who reside at 423 North Sixth street, plan a honeymoon visit to Chicago Milwaukee and other eastern cities.
Manager William Reid of Summit Stove Works says the city plant will likely stay, with no sale or closure imminent. He notes a possible move could occur only if offered by a million-dollar Minneapolis firm, but operations are expected to continue at La Crosse. The American Artisan article details the Great Northern Stove Manufacturing company planning a $150,000 Minneapolis plant with multiple buildings and a product range including gas ranges, stoves, and heaters, led by President F P McCarthy and vice president William Reid.
Miss Bessie Goyette formerly of the north side is visiting friends here while traveling to her home in Cascade Locks Oregon.
Ambrose Smith, 12, was bitten by a bull dog owned by Peter Loomis on Kane Street while riding to a ball game. The dog, shot after the incident, showed rabies symptoms and was sent to Chicago’s Pasteur Institute for treatment. authorities fear further bites and an epidemic if steps are not taken.
A piano dealer touts a dramatic price crash due to agency cancellations and returns. They urge immediate visits to secure best choices, offering a one year exchange option and guaranteed satisfaction. The sale lists many brands and prices with a closing date of June 20, emphasizing a “let the prices do the work” approach.
Mr and Mrs Fred Leonberger of Dickinson North Dakota are guests at John Grames home 823 Mill Street on their honeymoon. Mrs Frank Strupp has returned from Wabasha visiting her mother Mrs W E De Sautelle. Mrs W F De Sautelle Mrs J B Canan and Miss Mable Canan leave for Madison for university commencement exercises. Will De Sautelle and Cuba Canan to receive diplomas this year. Miss Vernie McCann entertained friends for Miss Goyette of Cascade Locks. Norman De Sautelle returns to St Paul after visiting north side. William Nelson of Prospect Street departs for Chicago as Y T S society delegate and Charles Street Lutheran church chair. Clem Colligan returned from extensive western trip. Mr Ira West and son Francis return to Minneapolis after visiting north side. Mrs Frank Adler returns from De Soto. Miss Mills and Miss Cook of Mount Sterling guests of A Yehle on Avon Street.
Bergh Piano Company advertises shop at corner Fourth and Jay Streets with open evenings and good lighting, inviting customers to visit for piano purchases and demonstrations.
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