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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1909
Page
2
An ad-like notice warns that overworked kidneys cause illness and urges using Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as the top remedy. It claims quick relief and offers sample bottles and a mail order pitch with the Kilmer company name and address.
Fragmentary note from La Crosse about Balser's Seed Company offering terms starting March first. Mentions Bastinéss University and intent to show others' achievements as a model for potential customers.
Chicago March 4 Arrange completed by Alex Meffert swimming instructor for a dual meet between Cherry Chele and the University of Pennsylvania to be held in Chicago April 14. He also seeks a meet with the University of Chicago tank athletes around March 21.
Chicago did not bid to field the event with Detroit emerging as the clear choice for hosting the 1910 tournament.
Detroit bowlers press for the 1910 American Bowling Congress tournament with Chicago as a fallback. Braddock duo Leng and McQuown top Toledo in two man events while Locks of Braddock leads the five man event with 597. Wisconsin faces a setback as Wilkinson cannot play next season due to missing freshman credits. Anderson remains eligible.
Mrs. Ida Soper of Big Pond Pennsylvania credits Dr King’s New Discovery with ending her years of severe lung trouble and near-death experiences. The remedy, claimed to cure coughs colds sore lungs hemorrhages la grippe asthma croup whooping cough and bronchial affections, is sold for 50 cents and 1.00 with a trial bottle free and guaranteed by O T Erhart.
President Comiskey of the White Sox received a letter from Fielder Jones stating his determination not to return to baseball and that any attempt to induce him back is useless. The communication, dated and received last night, confirms Jones will not manage the Sox again.
New York report says Billy DeLaney and Al Kaufman plan to lure James J Jeffries to a West Coast bout. Jeffries, in town since yesterday, refuses wine offers and media talk, vows to comment only when sure of his condition, while awaiting possible public bouts at local clubs.
South Bend Ind March 4 Owner C F Brotherton plans to sell trade or release all last year s Grand Rapids players to end two seasons of dissension. Players listed include Bailey Breen Warner Eu banks Miller Francis Noble Moore Betts and Grier. Brotherton has signed nineteen players for this season.
An apparent attempt to poison five people in Suring is traced to a maniac. A street discovery of envelopes labeled headache powder and addressed to village regiments revealed strychnine inside, with threats in the first letter hinting at mutual poisoning.
Detroit March 4 The Border baseball league is now a reality after delegates from interested cities completed its organization and finalized four franchises Mount Clemens Pontiac Windsor and Chatham Port Huron and Sarnia are cited as forthcoming. Committees were formed and season preparations started today.
Johnny Coulon the clever little bantam and Eddie Doyle of Philadelphia meet for ten rounds in New York tonight. Coulon plans to win and then travel to Dayton Ohio to face the top available foe in a twenty round match.
Freddie Gilmore of Chicago nurses injuries after a ten round slugfest in West Hammond with Clabbe who earned the decision. The bout ended with Clabbe victorious and Gilmore battered but able to walk away.
Notice declares a March 23 primary to nominate mayor clerk treasurer comptroller tax commissioner and many city wards officers. Polls open 6 AM to 7 PM at regular polling places for La Crosse.
University of Chicago begins organizing its 1909 football squad at a dinner for prospects in Chicago. About forty men attended, including twelve from last season's varsity, who described past difficulties in fielding a full team. Coach Stagg warned Minnesota looms as the main challenge among conference rivals.
Arrangements set for two YWCA selected teams to duel at the YMCA hall Saturday with the local YMCA team meeting Sparta. The girls contest starts at 7 45 p m. Boys lineup lists Sparta and La Crosse players for the main game.
Dr King s New Life Pills advertised to prevent appendicitis by stimulating stomach liver and bowels. The claim includes relief from constipation biliousness chills malaria headache and indigestion. Sold for 25 cents at O T Erhart s.
Minneapolis owner M. E. Cantillon announces three Chicago White Sox players will join the Millers this season. Shortstop Jerry Downs moves from Chicago to Minneapolis, and two White Sox pitchers will transfer after spring training, though Cantillon did not name them.
Walter Miller files suit against the California Jockey Club seeking recovery of fines levied for rough riding during the current season. Miller contends the penalties were unjust and seeks the money paid to the club as a result of the fines.
Detroit March 4 veteran boxer Danny Mahon earned a seven round draw with Curley Gerhard at Windsor Athletic Club showing sharp defense and enduring speed. Mahon, though not the same fighter, thwarted many of Gerhard's flurries and kept the bout competitive through the early rounds.
Chicago report says Andy Coakley and Chick Fraser may be traded to Columbus if they do not sign with the Cubs soon. President Murphy’s office indicated negotiations are under way with the Columbus manager for the transfer of the two pitchers to that club.
Indiana will have Sunday baseball after a new bill passed the senate unanimously despite Gov Marshall's objections. Taft announced Beekman Winthrop accepted the post of assistant secretary of the navy, a move tied to his prior roles as Puerto Rico governor and treasury official.
A testimonial proclaims Miles Anti Pain Pills relieve rheumatic pains and nervous irritation that keeps sufferers awake. The ad claims the pills do not upset the stomach or create a habit, and offers a money back guarantee if no benefit, urging readers to buy from their druggist.
F. L. de la Barra former Mexican ambassador designate to the United States departs New York to consult the foreign office in Mexico about his Belgium mission before taking duties in Washington. He says relations with the United States should grow daily more cordial due to shared economic interests and mutual respect for others.
C. H. Hughes, an aged Virginia farmer and potato bug exterminator inventor, arrives in Cleveland as police seek details on an alleged bunco scheme. Hattie Wilson, 22, of Pittsburgh, and Jos Silberman are held on charges of taking $700 with plans for more in a romance scam.
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