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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1906
Page
2
Greenfield farmer Evenson lashed into a violent frenzy threatening to exterminate his family. A commission of doctors deemed him insane and he was sent to Mendota for treatment under court order by Judge Brindley.
Scranton Pa May 7 nothing has developed to disturb belief that a strike by anthracite miners has been averted. The sub scale committee to meet operators in New York after a conference with John Mitchell and the UMW. The convention urged continuation of the anthracite award with a mutually agreed term likely three years. Some miners fear a strike could still occur, and soft coal operators plan a campaign to seek presidential intervention.
Herman Justi, commissioner of the Illinois coal operators, notes after the eastern coal troubles are settled that demands in the east mirror western gains. He cites Western miners already enjoying a 25 percent increase under the 1908 scale, while eastern miners sought similar terms.
The Buffalo ore handlers strike action is reported as effectively broken by hiring non union workers. Vessel owners in Cleveland announce all flocks will operate with available unions or non union replacements. In Chicago ore carriers move between South Chicago and Lake Superior amid steel mill support for non union labor.
Henry G Goll ex assistant cashier of the First National Bank Milwaukee has been denied a new trial and sentenced to ten years in Fort Leavenworth military prison for misapplying funds. The defense plans an appeal and he may remain in Milwaukee briefly before transfer. He protested his innocence as the judge noted the nineteen guilty counts.
A. F. Reitzel purchased a Buick automobile from the Auto Rapid Transit company, adding a new vehicle to his fleet.
News of a large turnout at the Park Store for a 9 cent sale by the Wm. Doerflinger company. Bargain seekers flooded the opening at 10 o'clock and quickly bought the high grade granite ware and other items, originally worth 75 cents, offered at 9 cents as a promotional lure.
P H Wheeler former River Division conductor for Milwaukee road and later Soo Line employee reportedly had a leg amputated after a fall between a platform and a caboose. He previously survived a wreck near Hastings with No 57 and has since been released to rest.
News reached this city yesterday that Floyd Scofield former Milwaukee Road brakeman on the river division was killed on the Winnipeg and Massabee Northern road in Minnesota. The funeral took place yesterday and interment was at Newport, Minnesota.
President Roosevelt reiterates support for the Hepburn bill and Allison amendment in a telegram to the Pennsylvania State Grange. He says the measure, with the amendment, aligns with his original position and may be enacted into law as a major step in solving railway rate issues. Debate on court review likely ends this week.
Fe M Young proprietor of the Owl Drug Store displays new San Francisco quake and fire souvenir postal cards. These first arrivals in Frisco are offered at two for five cents and ideal gifts for friends unable to view the disaster.
Maud Hillyer aged 30 residing at Second and Pine streets died in destitution with cancer. County Ruth Ave has taken charge of the remains as she had no relatives here to arrange interment. E Hackner returns from Fond du Lac after business days. Mrs Robert Schulze of 713 Rose Street is ill with rheumatism.
The Tribune presents full local and telegraphic news each day without rehashing external sources. Readers receive original reporting on community events, developments, and timely wire updates.
Letters have been sent to stockholders calling in the common stock to lessen capitalization and ease the company's financial burden. Directors expect no trouble retiring the stock as it largely rests with preferred stockholders.
Clerk Arthur Schulze of the board of public works will start issuing free bridge passes tomorrow. The board ordered 6 000 tickets to supply free transportation to Petti bone park all summer. Tickets are valid May 10 to October during 7 00 a m to 9 00 a m. The Maccabees will host a dancing party in Travelers hall Friday evening May 11.
A New England boiled dinner is listed for 25 at Carl's Cafe located at 119 South Third Street. The item appears in a local cafe menu listing.
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