22 Mar 1909
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1909
Page
1
J P Whitla father of the abducted boy arrived in Cleveland Ohio and met a detective to discuss ransom. He offers ten thousand dollars to save his son and signals possible negotiations with the kidnappers. In Sharon Pennsylvania Detective Perkins reports state troopers withdrawing from the search and returning to Punxsutawney.
Sharon Pa March 22 reporters say a new plan emerges allowing Billy Whitla’s parents to recover him and pay the $19,000 ransom to the kidnapers without the involvement of authorities or the police.
Chicago police head believes Willie Whitls is hidden in disguise as a girl. Chief O'Brien orders detectives to pursue this theory as a possible western-moving kidnap plot. He doubts kidnappers would transport the child far west and notes they might clothe him as a girl if they do.
A tense dispute arises over police involvement in the Ashtabula kidnapping case. The Whitla family demands authorities stay out and let them negotiate with the kidnappers directly. A fourth letter reached the family, with detectives suggesting it was mailed from Cleveland.
John H. Drake a local reformer and head of the John H. Drake Company offers himself as a hostage for Willie Whitta to secure the boy’s safe return. He plans to go unarmed with $10 000 in gold to a location chosen by kidnappers and will surrender the money if the boy is released unharmed.
A note signed Billy urges calm and promises return home. amid a tense search, the letter hints at a child’s capture. Report notes sinister implications of the word now and references a Whitla family letter sent to a post office, suggesting a response may follow.
Representative Payne of New York opens the tariff of 1909 debate with a lengthy speech urging protection to cover treasury deficits. The House votes to start daily at 11 and to form a committee of the whole for bill consideration as Champ Clark signals willingness to limit general debate.
Louis Weisenstein died after a four hour siege in a Detroit hospital. He had fired two fatal shots into his body and head with a revolver during a nervous breakdown triggered by his wife’s confinement in Pontiac asylum. He sat wounded and wielding the revolver until he died at 2 o clock this morning.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt arrives in New York for a busy schedule before sailing on the Hamburg to Naples. He faces meetings with callers, discusses business with Douglas Robinson, and shares a fond goodbye kiss with Mrs Ledwith, who warns him to stay healthy.
Washington March 22 The U S Supreme Court did not issue the anticipated decision on the constitutionality of the commodities clause of the Hepburn rate bill.
President Tom L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers arrived in Scranton at 1 230 this afternoon. The convention's sessions were set to move quickly as delegates begin their work.
The piece argues that Tippmann and Cawley may have valid points in critiquing Paderewski and a Christ Church review. It cites John C. Freund of Musical America as a leading voice to read for balanced opinion. The era emphasizes trust in renowned musical journalism.
The article notes rising public and press interest in music across the United States. It highlights Isidor Tippman’s review of Mischa Elman in Minneapolis, praising the virtuoso yet critiquing his temperament and technique, and praises The Tribune of La Crosse for publishing detailed musical criticism.
Tomorrow is primary day and citizens should vote for aldermen who are honest open minded intelligent and free from corporate ties. The Tribune urges James T Day for the board of public works citing his ability integrity experience and public spirit as the strongest choice.
Pittsburg grand jury probing city council corruption recommends indictments for F. A. Griffin of Columbia National Bank Dallas C. Byers steel manufacturer and councilmen Charles Stewart John F Klein Dr W H Webber and H L Bolger. Arrests likely today.
The La Crosse Board of Education recommends James T Day for building superintendent. They cite his work supervising construction of the new high school and a $25 000 addition to the Seventh District school, noting performance was entirely satisfactory and efficient. The certificate lists signatures of board members led by William Luening, president.
Jos Ure aged 45 died when a scaffold collapsed during work in St Louis Missouri. The accident occurred today with authorities investigating the cause and event details.
William R. Renkin 52, route agent for Adams Express, died of heart disease after a hospital visit to his wife. He collapsed near St Francis hospital, was taken inside but died. A 32nd degree Mason, he leaves a widow, a mother, and four brothers. Funeral at Masonic temple. body shipped to Decorah, Iowa. Pallbearers listed.
Mystery surrounds the 10 and 8 year old Delight and Marguerite Looser who left their uncle Herman Looser's home in Toledo on Sunday afternoon. Police search for the girls and for their mother as investigators pursue leads indicating possible abduction.
Anton Moe died at Lutheran hospital at 12 30 this morning after four weeks of typhoid illness. A carpenter by trade until recently with Segelke and Kohnhaus, he was born in Gulbrandssen Norway and came to the United States at 21. He leaves three brothers Lars Laurest and Christ. Funeral Thursday at 2 30 from the Norwegian Lutheran church Rev Magelsen officiating. Interment in Oak Grove cemetery with Fessler and Dahl in charge.
Dr H Clay Evenson optician leaves Park Store to open an office over Hoeschler Bros at Fifth and Main. New office opens Monday March 29 with entrances from Main or Fifth street stairs. Evenson aims for roomy, well ventilated, well lit suites and practical offices.
La Porte Indiana March 22 The White County grand jury will investigate the death of 13 year old Charley Stintson a schoolboy suspended by his heels from a tree and left to die after being accused of testing on his fellows A confession is alleged to have been made in the presence of loyal authorities regarding the hazing which is said to have caused the boy s death.
Washington March 22 senators agreed on Senate committee assignments. A new Conservation of Natural Resources committee was created with Dixon as chairman and Root named to Foreign Relations. Aldrich to lead Finance, six new members join Judiciary, and other chairmen confirmed across key panels.
Weather notes indicate fair conditions in Wisconsin tonight with little temperature change and likely Tuesday. Minnesota expects unsettled conditions with possible rain or snow in the north tonight or Tuesday. Iowa forecasts partly cloudy skies tonight and Tuesday.
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