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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1906
Page
1
Lawrence J. Sleer chief clerk at the C B Q offices residing at 1027 State street took a large dose of strychnine by mistake believing it to be quinine. He had bought quinine to ward off grippe and rat poison for household use. After severe spasms a physician treated him and he slowly improved staying at the Burlington office in the meantime.
Progressive Association members must vote Tuesday night as the merger with the board of trade is decided. The meeting will elect Progressive members to join the board and then nominate officers with Lucius C. Colman favored for president and A. A. Bentley as secretary.
A Leader-Press stunt offers half a pound of chocolates to anyone placing a classified ad in its want column. A local businessman reports 10 replies from the Tribune and only one from the Chronicle, while Leader-Press letters promise candy for ads. The piece ends by noting advertisers seek results, not candy.
The Union Terminal Railway Company's property in Sioux City Iowa, the city’s only independent terminal, was transferred today to the Great Northern. The sale price is estimated at about a million and a quarter.
One of the year’s most important meetings will be held by the common council this evening to consider and settle the street railway extension franchise. The session will begin with committee of the whole and proceed to open debate, followed by likely executive session and a final open meeting with decisions.
A warm spell gives way to rain tonight then snow and colder conditions Friday. Winds around 4 miles per hour at 8 a.m. with temperatures warming to the warmest reading near 6 and dropping to a cold 30 later.
Mrs. William Warnock, wife of a county jail inmate, appeared before Poor Commissioner Burdick to gain promised aid. From Lyttles, she cares for five children while the husband spent earnings on whiskey. Authorities noted her hard work and kept home tidy. aid will continue so she and the children won’t lack necessities.
New York on March 1 reports Mc Curdy sailing for Europe this morning, marking the end of his stay at the company or assignment referenced in dispatches.
F. H. Hartwell traveled to Chicago on business yesterday, with activities not disclosed. The visit focused on work matters and meetings in the city.
Harry Tenny died after a fourteenth round knockout by Frankie Neil in a sparring session held last night. Neil, Coffe roth, promoter Morris Levy, Mark Shaughnessy, and Tenny’s trainer were arrested and released on $500 bonds each. Tenny, once a top amateur with 29 knockouts, was severely beaten to the stomach and heart.
Thomas W. Burns secretary of the state association of Elks visits Wausau to aid in dedicating the newly completed Elks club house. He promotes the upcoming Elks state convention set for La Crosse this summer.
London dispatch reports official information that Japan intends to build a ship more powerful than the Dreadnaught. The article notes Germany plans to fund major upgrades to its Kiaochau military base and naval assets and to deploy river vessels for Chinese waterways.
George Reynolds, 26, was captured here after police traced his attempt to pawn a gold watch marked Grace E. Jameson. Officers recovered a large stash of plunder including watches, jewelry, spoons, knives, silverware, two revolvers, and a flashlight. The Waukesha case had been linked by a detailed description, and the local chief promised arrival to take custody.
Six La Crosse boys have enlisted under Lieut. Comfort at the naval recruiting station. They will depart Friday night for Norfolk Va to serve four months on a training ship before assignment to vessels. Recruits named include C W Benny J Fuchser J C Wallace G H Fidlin F H Vent and C Gilbertson all aged 17 or 18 with listed addresses in La Crosse and vicinity.
Special Tribune Dispatch from Milwaukee reports Frances Garzinski aged 58 died instantly after stepping on her dress and falling down stairs, breaking her neck. She collapsed at the scene and was pronounced dead.
Indianapolis March 1 The official call for the miners convention to be held March 15 was issued today by organizers.
Chicago March 1 Mayor Dunn was subpoenaed by the grand jury to testify about alleged illegal special bar permits blamed for evils of dance halls.
Chicago March 1 A Garfield representative continued testimony in the Packers case stating Garfield amended the report at the Packers request before submission removing the hypothetical restraint of trade scenario.
Albany March 1 The attorney general denied an application to hear a public action by the people to challenge the Interborough and Metropolitan traction merger as illegal.
The Southern Bank and Trust Company with a capital of 600000 dollars failed to open in Fort Smith Arkansas today. It announced it would pay all depositors in full.
Washington March 1 The Interstate Commerce Commission seeks a counsel for a broad railroad investigation into lines properties and shipments C E Hughes is thought to be offered the post Judge Calhoun of Chicago is also considered for the position.
Baraboo Wisconsin March 1 thieves stole the stock of the Howe and Sobey Shoe company that remained after a fire. Losses mount to thousands as detectives investigate the break in and theft.
Ex Speaker Henderson was buried this afternoon in Dubuque. Soldiers, Elks, Masons, legislators and statesmen participated in the service.
State department reports Nachang property is safe amid refugee arrivals at Kiakiang. Mrs. Reid departs tonight for Louisville Kentucky for an extended visit with friends.
State Treasury Agent L Kleeber confronted the New York Salvage store at 114 South Third Street this morning and forced payment of a $75 state license. City Clerk J M Sieger collected $15 local license for a three day period ending Saturday. Transients must pay $5 per day.
Springfield March 1 twenty eight arrested for rioting were arraigned in police court charged with dis orderly conduct and carrying concealed weapons. Lieutenant Dale testified that troops made the arrests and Colonel Ammell vowed to restore order in 24 hours. Roscoe Ridgway 21 pleaded guilty and was fined 200 dollars and thirty days. Others pleaded not guilty.
Ernest Ottens, bound over to the circuit court on a counterfeit money charge, acted as a smooth crook in the two days of police contact. He denied guilt in court, waived examination, and demonstrated a profound familiarity with legal procedure.
Baer left Philadelphia for Washington this morning to meet with the president regarding the anthracite situation.
A brief notice reports that Eat Pfund's pure candies achieved success for Sctheufler, highlighting approval and positive reception in local markets.
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