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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
4
The Woodbury Institute announces its Combination Hair and Scalp Treatment is now prepared for home use. Imitations lack the trademark on the label. Delays worsen hair troubles as roots weaken. Three time proven preparations in sizes 25c 50c and 1.00 available at all druggists.
Mrs. Anna Johnson was hit by a street car while crossing George Street yesterday at 5 40 PM. She suffered a broken arm and facial injuries but is expected to recover. She is the mother of Mrs. Walter Lowry of 1802 Kane Street. The incident left no reason given for the accident beyond possible deafness.
In the Milwaukee railroad yards at North McGregor last Sunday evening about 5 o clock freight train No 64 collided with an extra north bound freight badly smashing the engine and several cars. One man was slightly injured. Joe Emerson yard master on the Milwaukee railroad has been granted a three months lay off to visit his old home in New Hampshire.
The five year old child of Mr and Mrs Walter Nagle was laid to rest yesterday afternoon in Oak Grove Cemetery with Wm Dwyer in charge of the remains. The reflection quote notes that man is made of dust and always out after more.
Fire at the North Side Laundry on 728 Mill Street started in the basement and spread to the attic. Firemen from Station No. 2 contained the blaze with $50 in fire damage and about $150 in water damage, but the business resumed with minor interruptions.
A Dexter Kentucky reader reports his father suffered kidney and bladder trouble diagnosed as enlarged prostate. After trying Foley’s Kidney Remedy he improved after one bottle and was free of symptoms after the second, avoiding surgery due to age.
Mr. Anderson, delivering groceries on Berlin street, faced a runaway team belonging to the Boston grocery house. The horses sped down Gillette street until the reins fell and tangled in the wheel spokes, bringing the horses to a halt. No damage occurred.
An advertisement endorses Foley's Orino Laxative for constipation stomach and liver issues claiming it sweetens the stomach and breath gently stimulates the liver and regulates the bowels and is superior to pills and ordinary laxatives. The pitch urges readers to try it today.
Gulbrand Gulbrandson received two hundred dollars in damages from Car Co for a black eye he sustained while aboard a street car a couple of months earlier. Circuit Judge Higbee issued the award. The Sterling vs. Lee Sing case was continued.
La Crosse may secure the Hawkeye Pearl Button company location now in Muscatine Iowa if arrangements with the Northern Wisconsin Tobacco company for the building can be made The La Crosse board of trade has pressed for a relocation but no definite plan is in place yet The matter will be fully considered later.
Horace Norton is appointed bookkeeper in the office of the sergeant at arms of the House by Casson. The position carries a salary of 2400 dollars annually. Norton began as a chief page and later served as financial messenger.
The Norwegian Workingmens Association at their hall on North Third Street elected officers: President A Engestad, First vice president M Rogstad, Second vice president O C Johnson, Secretary N Hendrickson, Treasurer M Lamman.
A historic railway promotion outlines summer travel options from Chicago to New York via Niagara Falls and Boston via Quebec. It highlights Grand Trunk connections with Lehigh Valley and Central Vermont Boston & Maine, plus a Chicago to Montreal double track and details for low round trip fares. Public contact: W S Cook son A G P A 135 Adams street Chicago.
The Red Wing Flyer will race on July 3 4 and 5 at Wabasha and on July 5 at D Wing after speeding improvements. Owner J R Trautner aims to set new records while the Yellow Sallie of Winona trails. The Red Top from Davenport may also enter the event.
The Airdome on North Third street drew large crowds for a recent open air concert in court house park. Performances featured W. J. McDermott the comical hobo, E. C. Raymond with Clover blossoms, Georgia Gardner company, Bessie Greenwood soprano, Reckless Recklow cycling act, and motion pictures. Managed by A Nelson and E L Dowling of Eau Claire, the venue is expected to prosper through the summer.
Police search for bicycle thieves active for several days. Two bikes were stolen from the Reitzel store with a broken lock on one. Authorities describe the thieves preferred method and urge public help in identifying suspects.
Thieves repaint wheels but private marks remain, aiding identification. Other thefts reported in the past week with arrests expected.
A dispatch reports the death of Bishop Cotter of Winona. The funeral is set for next Wednesday afternoon at the cathedral in Winona.
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