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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1914
Page
7
Fifty workmen were burned to death today in the destruction of a large pulp mill in Moscow. All were trapped inside the flimsy structure as flames engulfed the building.
Greek refugees arriving in Salonica report a Turk-led massacre in Pho kia, 25 miles northwest of Smyrna, killing about 100 Greeks including priests and elders. Armed assailants looted and burned buildings and threw bodies into wells, as 3,800 terrified people reached Salonica.
A succinct aphorism asserts that good work springs from love, not hatred or money. It captures Ruskin's belief that ethical labor arises from altruistic motivation rather than reward.
Chicago June 17. Jack Fournier’s presence at first base during practice convinced baseball critics that despite denials from the Sox camp Hal Chase has served notice on Comiskey and will leave the Sox within two weeks skipping to the Buffalo Feds. Fournier had worked at first base last year when Chase joined the Sox from the New York Americans.
Group No 2 of the Wisconsin Bankers association held its annual meeting in Madison. W D Curtis of Madison presided with C R Thomson of Richland Center welcoming the group. Secretary treasurer Thomas W King of Spring Green reported on the year’s work. A boat ride on Lake Mendota preceded a banquet with A W Kopp of Platteville as toastmaster. toasts by J M Clancey H A Moehlenpach Joshua L Johns and Sol Levitan followed.
Madison report states no minimum wage for women workers will be fixed July 1. Commission chair C H Crownhart says hearings will be held in Superior Eau Claire La Crosse to gather employer and worker input. Thousands of personal schedules will be collected to build a factual base before any wage decision.
Two distinct earthquake shocks were felt in Oxnard California on June 17 and there was no damage reported. Local authorities noted no injuries and no structural impacts beyond the tremors.
An article extols the grip as affecting all ages and claims Dr Williams Pink Pills purify the blood and boost vitality. A testimonial describes recovery from grip weakness, loss of appetite, and heaviness, crediting the pills and a booklet Building Up the Blood offered free by the Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Wisconsin farmers see gains across crops in the monthly crop report by Secretary J C MacKenzie of the state board of agriculture. The statewide averages show improvements over 1913 in winter and spring wheat rye oats and forage crops with notable pasture gains and some insect and frost damage. Grasshoppers are appearing in a few sections as reports arrive from the northern division.
Philosophical quote from Canon Farrar stating the sole life failure is not living up to one's best knowledge. The remark highlights integrity and personal truth as the formative measure of success.
A noted dermatologist says bold sulfur cream stops itching instantly and begins healing irritated eczema patches. The remedy is praised for cooling, parasite destroying, antipruritic and antiseptic effects and is advised for direct topical use like ordinary cold cream.
Paris reports a tale of superstition surrounding Jack Johnson before his June 27 heavyweight title bout with Frank Moran. Fans cite hoodoo points such as name letters and a 13 o'clock signing time, suggesting the bout date and omen influence Johnson.
Rishton of Berlin was appointed by Governor McGovern as agent of the Wisconsin Humane Society for Green Lake County. The announcement comes from Madison on June 17. The appointment strengthens county outreach for animal welfare and adoption services.
Poslam makes complexions young and fair with rapid overnight use restoring clarity to red noses and blemishes. It claims to heal eczema acne and other skin troubles with immediate soothing effects and daily improvements. Poslam is said to be harmless and available at druggists, with a free sample offer and address in New York.
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