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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1906
Page
5
Street car men warn that Syrian children roam Mill street tracks with no supervision. Motorman Harry Ripley halted his car thrice last week to lift children clear, including a baby. A previous season saw a child killed on Mall street tracks, after which mothers briefly tightened supervision.
Official publication of public works bids for artesian water extension on Caledonia street in La Crosse. Proposals due 2 p m June 29 1906 with bond and certified check options, contract to complete by July 26 1906, right to reject bids reserved, auditors noted June 21 1906.
Frank Larkin of 416 Caledonia street, a switchman for C M & St Paul yards, narrowly escaped death when a large furniture car rolled over him on No 1 track after signaling readiness to pull up. He was found bruised but conscious, treated at home and resting with only minor injuries.
Postmaster W B Tscharner reports to Congressman Esch that the Senate has passed the sundry civil appropriation bill. It includes funds to buy Camp Douglas for conversion into a regular military post, with War Department to complete the purchase. Esch praises the victory amid larger requests, and Wisconsin National Guard gains funds for new uniforms and equipment.
Herman J. Tietz 51 died this morning at 6 from Brights disease after a four month illness. Born in Neupale Germany he came to the U S with his wife about 25 years ago and settled in La Crosse with Milwaukee Road service. He leaves a widow and children John Lily Minnie Henry Herman Earl, siblings Ferdinand Carl and Mrs Tina Witenberg. Funeral Wednesday at 1 30 from the house and 2 from German Lutheran church with Rev Thurow officiating. Interment Oak Grove.
In Madison the annual regatta ends with Wisconsin finishing fourth in the varsity and third in the freshmen. Andrew M. O'Dea resigns as coach effective after the race, with Prof. Hutchinson to lead Wisconsin athletics. Talks of forming a Western rowing league including Chicago and Wisconsin gain momentum.
The steamer Rutledge went up the river at 2 15 this morning following a mishap. Local authorities report a sudden accident with the vessel taking on water and crews responding to the scene.
LATE CITY NEWS reports Cassels and wife visiting Mrs. Cassels mother Mrs G Jan Steenwyk in La Crosse. Gennar Andersen injured after a fall from a wheel. Norwegian Lutheran church children enjoyed a Lake Park picnic. boat race practice by George Miller and Mr Spears covers 3.25 miles in seven minutes. North Star sank logs and lumber yesterday at 2 pm. Sydney stopped at La Crosse on return voyage. Hugo Larson and Otto Quier stay at the Grand. Denver and Den ver visitors noted. Martha Weymiller left for New Albia. R R Kempter collects license dues. Chief Nathan Bradfield attends Iowa Paid Firemen’s convention and will attend the Roanoke national meeting. Henry Gund resigns from the school board due to ward change. Teachers take summer vacations. A live American eagle is installed at Fred Kroner Hardware on South Third street. Phi Alpha Pi youths camp at Trempealeau Bay for twelve days under J W Stafford and Charles Botsford. Captain Otto ferries the group by launch. Additional boats and rowboats available.
The June Prom, organized by several young men criticizing the Rubenized arrangements for the Junior Prom, collapsed Friday night at the Masonic temple with no dance held as tickets sold claims proved unfounded and the venue remained dark.
Washington June 25 Bids opened at the navy department for two first class battleships the Michigan and South Carolina. The bids run close to four million dollars for each ship.
Reports from Redwing Minnesota describe a six second initial quake followed by two shorter shocks. It is the first earthquake ever felt in the area.
Winona Minnesota June 25 Pioneer Council No 300 Royal Arcanum the first council of the order organized in the state will mark its twenty seven anniversary tonight with a large meeting Ten members of the original charter list remain in Winona.
Sioux Falls South Dakota June 25 state supreme court at Pierre decided to permit release on bond of twenty five thousand dollars for Mrs Emma Kaufmann jailed on murder charge of Agnes Poirers her servant. Mrs Kaufmann will leave jail soon.
The Wisconsin Sharpshooters will display score sheets and trophies in Rose and Young storefronts during the July tournament. La Crosse Sharp shooters club members scored on French Island yesterday. Class A notes Trow Lumber Co on the North Side will begin operations Thursday.
The Wisconsin La Crosse County Court will hold a special term on August 7, 1906 at ten o clock in the morning at the La Crosse court house to hear Jens Davidson's application to probate the last will and testament of Christopher Jenson Liam of Washington in La Crosse County. The notice is dated June 16, 1906 and issued by County Judge John Brindley.
Hemdoka stock farm in Beloit has been sold. The property long owned by Clinton Babbitt, noted Beloit landmark and former congressman, hosted many national figures and Democrats including William Jennings Bryan. Babbitt keeps the old house.
The 16 500 ton battleship Agamemnon was launched at Glasgow. The project cost is projected at 7500000 dollars upon completion.
The La Crosse Gas and Electric team defeated Wisconsin Light and Power 10 to 4 yesterday afternoon. It marks the second loss for Wisconsin Light and Power in this matchup.
Hartford, June 25. A fire destroyed the tobacco warehouse of Hunting & Co in Hartford causing an estimated loss of 300000 dollars. Government and local fire crews fought the blaze through the night to prevent further damage.
A brief, reflective note hints that small, frequent gains accrue over time to yield a larger annual sum. It emphasizes patience and consistency as the key to accumulating wealth or value. The message invites readers to consider gradual progress.
Notice announces a hearing in county court La Crosse on July 10 1906 at ten oclock a m for Robert Williams petitioning to appoint an administrator of the estate of George Caspar Wilhelm also known as George Caspar Williams late of Burns town Deceased Attorneys Higbee Higbee represent the petitioner
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