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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1909
Page
6
An ad touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as curing colds and grip and preventing pneumonia. It claims effectiveness for acute throat and lung diseases including croup and whooping cough, noting easy expectoration, reduced coughing, and suitability for babies and adults with no opium.
Insurgent Republicans clash with Dalzell as the house confronts the old rules. A fight over the previous question ends with a 179 to 203 defeat and a substitute that would adopt last congress rules with an unanimous consent calendar. Regulars show hesitation while insurgents warn of a delayed vote and possible broader debate on tariff legislation.
New York World publisher and Caleb M. Van Hamm plead not guilty in government criminal libel suits linked to the Panama Canal site purchase. Samuel Untermerger seeks a week to prepare a demurrer on jurisdiction, arguing the material was not published federally. A trial date will follow the demurrer argument.
City council members chose Wm. P. D. Stephens as mayor amid police protection as hundreds gathered at City Hall. Stephens indicated his term runs only until March 26 when a recall election will take place.
Special Agent O T Erhart records at 431 Main Street concerning Orrine Ube Sbled. The fragmented text provides a partial address and an agent name guiding a potential inquiry or report.
The government funds small marble grave markers for deceased Spanish American War veterans. Each stone is 36 inches high and one foot wide with four inch thickness, inscribed with the deceased’s name and regiment. Major Thomas Cease of the Quartermaster Department announces markers are en route for local camp graves to be placed with ceremony this summer. Bayonet scabbards and forty cartridge belts from Rock Island arsenal will be presented at the next veterans meeting.
Examination of the official record shows Gordon did not testify he gave money to Edward Larson. He said he gave money to Larson but did not know his Christian name, suggesting a misidentification with the well known Edward Larson and noting many Larsons exist.
La Crosse Plow Company plans a 300 by 72 to 80 foot foundry addition with 16 to 18 foot height. It will double plant capacity and include locker rooms and showers for workers. Construction starts mid summer with fireproof design and modern equipment.
Wanted rental listing notes a modern house for rent around May 1 at Ferry and West Ave. Inquiry directed to Aug. Antz at 211 North 3rd. Publication dated March 15.
In Washington on March 15 the Democratic caucus met with 167 minority members present as proof of unity against current House rules. The Missouri leader headed the Democratic cohorts in their efforts and aligned with allies in the insurgent challenge.
The House chamber erupted as Joseph Cannon won election as speaker for a fourth term. The roll call showed 382 members present, with cheers and a glass door broken during the tumult. Cannon received praise from Republicans while Champ Clark of Missouri led Democratic opposition.
Republican insurgents held a caucus in the House office building to plan their fight on the Reed rules. About 18 members attended as leaders say 31 votes are pledged against the rules while 19 favor opposing Cannon. A proposed 15 member committee on committees was discussed for introduction if the house rejects the previous question on rules.
House members organize for the new congress from a list of 171. McDermott of Illinois was the only absentee unaccounted for while Sheppard of Texas said he would join later. Legare of South Carolina and Clark of Florida were reported sick.
Ole Twedt a longtime city resident and former Listman mill fireman died Sunday morning at 7 15 after two months illness at 1633 Winnebago street He was fifty and survived by a widow and five children George Oscar Minnie Clara and Ida The funeral is set for Wednesday at 2 pm from the residence and 230 pm at the Norwegian Lutheran church Sixth and Division with interment at Oak Grove cemetery Rev Magelssen to lead services Fessler and Dahl in charge of arrangements
The La Crosse Saengerfest association is dissolved and will not incur further debts. The organization’s journal will be published soon as the secretary’s report nears completion and journal material will be prepared.
Henry Esch father of Congressman Esch lies gravely ill at his Sparta home with bronchial pneumonia in both lungs. Doctors fear death is near as family gathers at the bedside including the congressman called from Washington.
Madison Wis March 15 Cleary introduced a resolution in the assembly to adjourn the legislature on May 7. The measure was referred to a committee.
A St Patrick's dance will be held Wednesday March 17 at K of P hall. Knights of Maccabees promise a delightful time.
An old advertisement touts Munyon’s Cold Remedy as curing colds in one day and relieving head, throat, and lung symptoms. It also promotes Munyon’s Rheumatism Kidney and Vitalizer remedies, claiming quick cures and renewed strength with prices listed at 25 cents.
The Twentieth Century club will meet with Mrs J L Callahan tomorrow afternoon for their scheduled gathering.
At a pastors union meeting the committee reported the Local Labor Council would sever ties with the union. The rupture stemmed from disputes over the county option proposition. Rev Thomas presented a paper that drew strong approval. He cannot defend the truth who is afraid of any truth.
Grace Lowden alias Grae Carney notified by Winona poll to vacate a house she occupies. Neighbors complain of immorality. The same woman who cured temporary possession of LeRoy Bell's property, the elderly Galesville farmer who died, was saved from total fleecing by relatives.
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