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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1906
Page
4
The article argues that Russia must undergo a housecleaning and predicts a harsh reckoning similar to revolution. It condemns torture of children and mass killings, warns of a global reaction, and suggests the United States may justify intervention to end tyranny in Russia.
Readers clash over rain checks after a postponed game as The Tribune notes National Baseball Association rules state rain checks are valid through the fourth inning. Local fans argue five innings should count, calling for a liberal five inning compromise and square deal.
In a fiery tirade about The Tribune and the financial dealings of former La Crosse citizens, Rollie Gelatt condemns Grant E. Reynolds a former La Crosse board of trade president and local mercantile figure. The outburst targets a will clause that dissolved a prosperous business if profits fell below a point.
A stream of small town notes from Minnesota describing a rain soaked umbrella prank at a hotel, a boastful alert about a thief who strikes fast, and local chores such as corn plowing and ginseng digging. The item lists numerous residents visiting La Crosse and Caledonia, with social visits, shop notices, and a cottage for rent at 504 North Ninth Street.
An inconsequential man entwined by Charley Felber is plunged from a gang plank into water in a heated dispute. The editor denounces misconduct surrounding a Central plant offer and stock dealings tied to Reynolds, Gelatt, and a smooth gentleman, accusing crooked conduct.
Scar Ronken, who studied law at the state university, spends vacation at home and targets blind-piggers with vigor. Ostrander correspondent notes a Madison printing office opened by prayer each morning, a rare exception to the usual open devil and sheriff routine reported by the Marion Advertiser.
No band performance tonight as Dana’s group is unavailable causing the cancellation of the usual concert at Myrick Park this evening.
A large delegation of Scotch game enthusiasts will visit Janesville for a golf tournament next week. The party will include travelers from La Crosse in touring cars and features Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hixon and Mr. and Mrs. Jos Hixon among others.
The funeral for John Benz will be held from his Winona home on Wednesday afternoon after his drowning in the Mississippi River at Winona. Henry Jones, an employee of the Hodge and Bradbury stable, was severely injured when kicked in the knee by a horse. John H. Miller won the contract to add an extension to the First Methodist Episcopal Church at Eighth and King, promising a premier city landmark. A wedding supper honored Mr and Mrs Albert Schultz Jr following their Winona wedding. The Diamond Jo Packet Line steamer Sydney is expected in La Crosse this Saturday.
Former Wisconsin State League pitcher Bebee suffered his first defeat for the Chicago Nationals as Boston hammered 11 runs. he exited after yielding runs and his reliever fared little better.
The 1906 extension on Market street and a Main street track expansion are planned with completion targets in 1906 and 1907 respectively. A loop at the north side is authorized, routes are described, and operating hours on Market street are capped until revenue improves. Additional actions include a Burlington spur to La Crosse Can plant, brick paving Caledonia, and repairs to the wagon bridge pier.
Washington statistics show La Crosse added 19 factories to its industry in five years, trailing only Milwaukee in Wisconsin. The number of plants rose from 131 to 150, 1905 capital stock at 6,833,946 dollars, products totaling 8,139,432 dollars, with wages to 2,641 workers amounting to 1,065,036 dollars.
Mrs. Paul Hansen of Taylor has been confined at the Lutheran hospital and has returned to her home.
Official publication summarizes the condition of multiple La Crosse banks as of June 18 1906. It lists assets liabilities capital stock deposits and profits for The State Bank of La Crosse Batavian National Bank and Exchange State Bank with figures for loans bonds reserves and note circulation.
The statement lists resources for June 18 1906 including loans and discounts 2 773 023 19 with other assets 668 03 and U S bonds 204 800 00. Banking house 50 000 00 real estate and cash resources including U S bonds 50 000 00 and deposits with banks 20 097 73. Cashier Jos P Gohres attested by directors W F Gohres and W B Tscharner notarized June 22 1906.
Cut glass for June weddings features large coupes vinegar cruets celery trays carafes violet vases and 8 inch bowls. Price per pair ranges from 1.00 to 3.50 with several lot prices cited for multiple items.
The text notes that thrift is a virtue and grows with graduates as a habit. Ad reading keeps pace with thrift, forming a twin habit that accompanies gradual growth.
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