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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1909
Page
10
Detective claims he saw funds directed to assemblymen amid a heated exchange. Wagner repeats the accusation, Farrell objects, and Chairman Marsh admonishes silence as the session continues with tense testimony.
In Constantinople and other Turkish cities the Young Turks double military patrols as thousands of dismissed civil officials, who profited under Abdul Hamid, spread reactionary propaganda. The Young Turks warn that the most active offenders will be executed.
The Diamond Jo Line delays upper river service until June 2 due to bad weather and low passenger demand. The steamer Quincy will begin from St Louis on June 2 and return from St Paul around June 6, with regular service to follow to season’s end. The U S snag puller David Lipton left Dubuque for river work and is expected nearby, with further duties toward Lake Pepin. Clyde and Mary B. raft-towing for Standard Lumber passed the draw up river today.
In Madison a debate over church bells triggers a proposed assembly bill. The measure would let city councils regulate bells and whistles within corporate limits, aiming to end early morning chimes. Critics fear ordinances could end bells before 6 o'clock.
A certification note states druggists will refund money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure coughs or colds. Claims it stops the cough, heals the lungs, and prevents pneumonia and consumption. Mentions no opiates and a yellow package genuine item by O. T. Erhart.
Madison hearing on Senator Barker’s bill for a $1 990 liquor license in every state section. Some committee members expect a two to three vote for passage with amendments to lower fees in towns. Attorney Edward Reynolds objected to extending the prohibitive district around the university from 3 200 to 3 900 feet, saying no sentiment supports it and students will seek liquor nearby.
In Chicago on May 6 a jury ordered Adamick, a druggist, to pay actress Grace Reass $5,000 for selling a gargle with a corrosive substance that ruined her voice and ended her ability to perform screaming roles.
In San Francisco on May 6 a raid targeted Farley the Deputy Collector of Customs as part of a probe into the recent large scale smuggling operations. A number of prominent merchants and society men have been under investigation since the discovery of the smuggling ring.
The article notes improving weather will draw crowds to Pettibone park across the river. J W Spears has expanded his ferry service with new boats and repairs to his livery fleet over two years. Bridge passes soon permit reoccupation of the park for recreation and Sunday rest for local businesspeople. plans for public baths near the lagoon are unclear.
Patrons discuss moving the baths to a new site for safety and comfort. Beaches in city parks offer a cool resting spot for visitors. Yesterday's heat boosted ice cream and soda fountain business as vendors stayed busy. Women’s view of a mean man targets a man who reacts badly to news of a growing family.
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