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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1914
Page
6
Chicago June 24 Rev W C Merritt traveling field secretary for the International Sunday School Association says Sunday schools in sparsely settled western states are shutting down vices. He cites a town with seven saloons and three dance halls now down to four saloons after Sunday school organization.
The Stalwarts nominate L. H. Bancroft of Rhinelander for governor after a long convention process. J. M. White names F. P. Hixon for U S senator but withdraws. Henry Fink and others escort Philipp to the podium and a state central committee may fill vacancies. La Crosse delegates listed among attendees.
Paris June 24 postal workers halted mail service after barricades and troops. A truce allowed temporary resumption of mail as a deputation was to meet with Minister of Posts Thomson to air complaints against the senate's refusal of salary increases. The strikers pledged to return to work but would not guarantee a permanent end until their requests are reviewed.
The weather man warns of spring shifts as spring arrives and youth chase pleasures with zeal. A playful reflection notes that in chasing after excitement, they may overlook subtler joys and lasting gains.
A catalog of quaint fashion features shows an apron frock in figured cotton crepe with a hip yoke waist and wide fabric belt. Also presented are designs 8386 to 8399 with taffeta gowns, a rose motif, and a draped collar dress No 8380 offering a white crepe blouse and printed cotton accent. Sizes vary across four patterns.
Andrew H. Dahl of Vernon county, candidate for the Republican nomination for governor, calls for cutbacks in state expenses, highway aid reform, and departmental cooperation to avoid duplication. He touts progress in manufacturing, banking, dairy, and education, and argues for economy, no state tax, and repeal of the Board of Public Affairs. He pledges will of the people as law.
Belgrade reports King Peter of Servia abdicated in favor of the crown prince, citing health as the reason for his retirement. The June 24 transmission notes the formal transfer and the royal health claim.
A strong windstorm demolished the Milwaukee railroad station at Lansing Iowa with no injuries reported. Crops suffered heavy damage across the area as wind mills and trees were toppled.
For today and tomorrow the four part picture Class mates shown at the Majestic. A love and adventure story set at West Point follows student life with a grand Kinemacolor The Panama Canal also presented in four parts.
For La Crosse and vicinity generally fair tonight and Thursday with a bit cooler air tonight. Wisconsin outlook is generally fair tonight and Thursday with possible local showers or thunderstorms this afternoon or tonight in the southeast portion, cooler tonight. Minnesota and Iowa mirror fair conditions tonight and Thursday with cooler tonight and isolated showers or storms east portions this afternoon or tonight.
In El Paso a Torreon dispatch denies Tampico take of Zacatecas and says Villa will begin a general assault within hours. In Juarez Azaro de la Garza, Villa’s envoy, reports a Vil la dispatch claiming the attack will start within one hour and victory is assured, sent from Pimienta near Zacatecas.
Washington reports Zacatecas, last Huerta defense between constitutionalists and Mexico City, fallen to rebels after Villa’s brutal onslaught around June 19. Heavy losses on both sides on La Bufa. Rebels push toward San Luis Potosi, expected to fall within a week, with Queretaro battle looming.
A severe storm hit La Crosse with wind tearing at Kroner Hardware on South Third Street, blowing off the roof of the south half. Mrs. Margaret Wehrer’s ownership saved stock by placing pans to catch rain. Two trees fell at Henry Boehm’s home, a shed was unroofed at G Westerhouse’s Sand Lake Coulee farm, and Onalaska trees uprooted with minor damage. Berg Piano window blown in at Fourth and Jay streets. Harry Dell Jr. was sleeping in a tent in his yard when the storm struck.
A storm gust tore a tent from its setup, hurling it across the street where it was later found wrapped and scattered by bystanders. No injuries are reported and responders secured the area as the weather event passed.
Oarsmen finish final trials for Cornell Syracuse Columbia Penn State Wisconsin crews to race on the Hudson Friday. Wisconsin misses Webster bow due to sore hands. Casberg strained back limits practice but may compete. Freshman eight rowed one mile, varsity nine miles at easy pace last evening.
A powerful gust damaged property across the city and nearby areas. C J Young’s fence and two trees were uprooted at 617 Market Street. A section of fence near the fair grounds fell, while trees blocked roads between La Crescent and La Crosse. Storm lasted minutes with hurricane velocity, uprooting a silo and damaging boats, a roof hatch, tents, and garden crops.
A combined wind and hail storm struck Chaseburg Wisconsin Tuesday night around midnight causing extensive damage to buildings trees and growing crops. The storm, thought to be a tornado, partly broke before reaching the village.
The State Bar head urges limiting the number of lawyers, arguing the profession must take steps to restrain growth. He warns that without action the legal field will expand unchecked and stresses the need for policy measures.
In Green Bay on June 24 President C B Bird of the Wisconsin State Bar urged reducing the number of practicing lawyers to restore ethics and public faith. He called for stricter admission standards, enforcement of the code, and possible reforms to limit admissions and modernize statutes.
Washington June 24 The President and Mrs Wilson formally celebrated their twenty ninth wedding anniversary. Tele grams of congratulation were received at the White House. The marriage occurred at the home of Mrs Wilsons grandfather the Rev I S K Axson Savannah Ga June 24 1885.
Carl Christenson of Lanesboro Minnesota died this morning at 6 o clock in a local hospital from acute pancreatitis. He had been hospitalized since June 16 and is survived by his widow four children his mother Mrs Anne Running of Lanesboro and a brother Walter. The body will be taken to Lanesboro tonight with funeral arrangements not yet made.
A diamond drill was moved from the station to Iron Mound and will sink a 2000 foot hole if ore is not found earlier. Many believe iron exists in paying quantities near Black River Falls Wis while others call the project visionary and likely unprofitable.
A long widow lives with grace and restraint, rarely revealing her deep understanding. Neighbors note calm judgment in small decisions and a steady presence in community affairs. Her quiet strength inspires others without ostentation.
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