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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
5
Undersheriff John Mohr is anticipated to launch a Democratic bid for sheriff. Friends statewide urge his candidacy, citing his undersheriff tenure under Chris Burns as giving him essential insight into the office.
Winnifrey Hart, a La Crosse stenographer, spends a week at home in Sparta. New Albin News reports bass fishing damaged for the season in the Mississippi valley. Numerous visitors stop in Bangor, Trempealeau, and La Crosse with guest lists and receptions. Moonlight and daytime excursions aboard the J S steamer are announced for June 30. Fireworks and goods at La Crosse News Co. in La Crosse.
The Epworth League of West Avenue Methodist Episcopal church hosted an ice cream sociable for about 250 guests on the lawn with Japanese lanterns and music by the Oakes phonograph. Local gatherings included Miss Abby Brayton’s wedding plans, Mrs. Brayton’s linen shower, and a 500 card party hosted by Mrs. Russe, with highlighted farewells and visits among West Ave community members.
Mrs. John Fuller of 1103 South Fourth street hosts a birthday party in her honor for turning 60. Guests include Mrs. J. M. Nice, George and Minnie Fuller families, J. C. Perrich, John Fuller, Etta and Lillie Fuller, Mabel Nice, and out of town visitors William Schofield of Minneapolis, H F Laurence of Viola, and Mr Goldberg of Chicago.
Public baths construction has begun affecting the area around the baths. Mayor W W Anderson will issue a Fourth of July proclamation urging noise reduction near hospitals to help patients. Carl M Kurtenacker joins the Saengerfest advertising committee replacing W M Hunt. The Lady Ellen remains docked on the Benton marine railway for repairs.
Mrs. C. A. Kaeppler returned Wednesday from Los Angeles and has now traveled to Houston for a visit.
The funeral for Captain George H. Dalton will be held tomorrow afternoon at the Masonic temple and is expected to draw a large gathering. Music directed by Prof. Harry Packman will include Sullivan's anthem Brother Thou Art Gone Before Us and hymns such as Lead Kindly Light The Christian's Good Night and Hide Thou We.
The Ladies' Sewing circle of the Yeomen of America met Wednesday June 24 at Mrs. William Drake's home 602 Cass Street. The next meeting is planned for Wednesday July 8 at Mrs. Desmond's home 1137 Caledonia Street.
Miss Catherine Kinneson marries Rev. C. Croxall of Lodi Wisconsin at First Methodist tonight with Rev J W Irish presiding. They plan to live in Lodi where the groom serves as pastor. The bride, a former high school teacher, is joined by her mother who will live with them.
The two year old child of Mr. and Mrs. James B. Taylor, who underwent surgery for a head ailment, died at St. Luke's Hospital in Chicago. Funeral services are at 3 PM today at the family home 210 South Fourteenth Street with Rev. Tenbrook officiating. burial will follow at Oak Grove.
Following a successful Lansing excursion and picnic, the Merchants' association plans to make the event an annual affair. Willis and Giles Doud of Winona are in the city as guests of friends.
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