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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1907
Page
5
Wisconsin State League of Municipalities will meet in La Crosse in August as city officials pursue a city beautification program led by Mayor W A Anderson. The board of public works reports steady progress with street improvements and ongoing tree trimming enforcement by inspectors seeking full compliance.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Kaiser of Whitman county Washington arrived in the city to visit old friends staying with Mr and Mrs George H Warninger 1214 Ferry street They left La Crosse sixteen years ago for the west and settled on a farm near Col ton Whitman county Washington where they prospered Mr Kaiser an longtime local resident once farmed beside Warninger now proprietor of the La Crosse Bottling Works The two were boys together and Kaiser shows a scar on his left hand jokingly given by Warninger in boyhood He is impressed by La Crosses growth and beauty since leaving for the west
A water spaniel owned by Herbert Coolige at 2000 Wood Street acted strangely and foamed at the mouth. A physician diagnosed hydrophobia and Officer Dineen fatally shot the dog after three shots.
The plan to raise money for a North Side public bath has dropped for now with no action taken. Officials expect to wait until the North Side Progressive League meeting for definite plans.
Five hundred graduates at the University of Wisconsin to Cry included three from this city: Edna J. Seilstad, Tracy L. Burke and George E. Main.
A. B. Dawson of the La Crosse Y M C A is the only state physical director with a bachelor of physical education degree. He recently received it from the International Y M C A Training School in Springfield Mass, a three year course and the largest in the U S. He graduated in 1905 but degrees for that year were issued now. Graduation requires a three year average above 80 and grants the title master of physical education.
Agent C. H. Berry presented the Humane Society board with a summary of a month’s work. The report lists 67 calls, 129 complaints, 14 cases under investigation, 3 children in care, 2 permanent homes found, 1 arrest for abuse, and various aid actions for the needy in the city.
City engineer documents outline a river front park from the La Crosse river to State street with a cement sidewalk, inner park driveway, lawn, trees, flowers and benches. Otto Mueller drew the plans from W. S. Woods suggestions as the latter nears retirement. If funded, the project would grow gradually to create a scenic community asset along the Mississippi.
Dr. H. Clay Evenson received a $25 prize from Geneve Optical of Chicago for naming a new style of glasses. The winning name selected was “Knu” and the contest invited trade participants to contribute names for the innovative holder.
Arrangements are nearly complete for a Fourth of July observance at the country club. Morning features a team golf match for all members, afternoon offers a handicap bogey competition, and an evening program includes fireworks and dancing.
In Columbus Ohio on June 18 a Big Four passenger train No. 19 plunged through an open switch in the northern part of the city. The collision caused a fire that consumed every car and left several passengers seriously injured. Officials say evidence points to a gang of boys who opened the switch.
A miscquote reflecting on women's labor in church settings and household duties. The narrator notes that a woman’s value as a cook wife and caregiver contributes to the home regardless of location, illustrating 19th century gender expectations.
Mrs. Augustus T. Post sues for separation from her husband the millionaire banker and aviator seeking $500 monthly alimony and plans to sue Mrs. Clapa Ward of Locust Valley L I for $10,000 in damages. She accuses the sister of alienation of affection and vows no divorce though desiring financial support. She recalls her husband’s balloon ascent and submarine voyage as examples of his bravado.
Dowager Duchess of Roxburghe mother-in-law of Miss May Goelet and sister of Lord Randolph Churchill was robbed of diamonds worth several thousand pounds and confidential papers at Euston station on Saturday morning. Police have conducted elaborate inquiries but have no clues.
Tokyo indicates the government may recall Viscount Aoki and name Baron Kaneko as his successor He seeks the Washington post since his Harvard period and enjoys President Roosevelt's friendship diplomat observers note Kaneko's ambition to represent Japan in the capital
Local notices promote a moonlight trip aboard the W. W steamer on June 19 from La Crosse to Winona with 50 cent fare. Several residents and visitors are mentioned as attending events and visiting La Crosse, including Prof Rasmussen and Mrs Withee. Activities include concerts and social calls with updates on arrivals and departures.
A brief note encourages courteous behavior and being a true gentleman. The message underlines that politeness costs nothing and remains a mark of character.
Dr. George Powell visits La Crosse as consulting physician while Joseph Felshen returns home after business. C. W. Saxelberg of Preston is a La Crosse caller. A widow plans marriage to her insurance money as Smart Set notes. A Winona steamer trip is depicted and a mayor outwits two young taunts at a restaurant.
Olaf Egge a porter at the Cameron house and resident of 728 Division street was injured last evening in Milwaukee yards when he fell from passenger train No 8 as it pulled into the depot. He struck an iron switch fracturing his left leg above the knee. Dr Edward Evans deemed him not seriously hurt but advised hospital treatment.
A simple notice asserts that passing goods through multiple hands increases cost. Irvine claims to buy directly from manufacturers, offering lower prices than competitors by cutting middleman profits.
City news notes report the permanent organization meeting of the new La Crosse Motors Boat club to be held at Elkis club at 8:30 p m with about forty launch owners signatories. Also covered are Pythians meet straw hat season guardian petition Ebsch speaker and bridge committee stories.
A gasoline explosion yesterday afternoon sparked a fire in Gilmanton Wisconsin. The Crampett & Sons grocery dry goods and meat market was destroyed with heavy losses and little insurance coverage reported.
John Garrett of North Mills North Carolina writes that after a 40 year walking-stick sore resisted every treatment a Bucklen’s Arnica Salve healed the sore and made him a happy man. Guaranteed for piles burns etc by O T Erhart druggist 25c.
A terse historical line proclaims that evil will not endure long, asserting steadfast resilience against long elapsed time, with a poetic emphasis on enduring justice and moral persistence.
Thirty-eight motor boat owners formed a motor boat club at a preliminary Elks' club meeting last week. They plan an 8:30 pm gathering tonight at Elks' club to elect officers and discuss a public dock. A bylaws committee will seek ideas from other clubs nationwide and signs to guard boat houses against theft and trespassers.
Weekly or monthly rental at low rates for the Singer and Wheeler & Wilson machines. Aimed at proving lightest-running and most convenient. Visit Singer stores to try one. Red S sign at Singer Sewing Machine Co. 108 North Third street La Crosse Wis.
Round trip tickets at prices only slightly above one way fares to Canadian and New England resorts go on sale after June 1 1907. Obtain full sale dates limits stop overs and literature by writing Geo W Vaux A G P and T A Grand Trunk Railway System 135 Adams St Chicago.
The writer Uncle Dick notes the world tends to feel pleased about others troubles if it pays attention, a wry aside from the Madison Journal reflecting social mood.
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