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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1906
Page
1
A final attempt by R B Gelatt and associates to settle the Central suit by offering to pay all attorney fees court costs par value of stock plus 6 percent interest was rejected. Plaintiffs claim evidence to reveal wrongs and expose adventurers. Mr Fawcett will complete examinations in two weeks and Mrs Gelatt testifies to public interest.
Chicago May 13. F S Hibbs testifies the Standard maintained a school for tricks to defeat competition. Machinists bribed to add harmful substances in rivals oil. Union Pacific and Milwaukee Road testified oil came from the trust. Vice President Collings alleged to have suborned perjury. A salesman paid fifty dollars to secure an order, triggering suspensions.
Mrs. Joseph Orr of near Caledonia was killed when two horses bolted loose in a barn during a fierce electrical and rain storm. Lighting had struck the barn and while the house occupants were away, she tried to free the horses. The animals ran wild in darkness and trampled her, and her body was found shortly after by family members.
A Los Angeles dispatch reports the cremation of Col. D. Frank Powell, known as White Beaver, on May 16. Powells brothers seek confirmation from his widow while Indians mourn the loss of their medicine chief and discuss succession with Chinka as a candidate.
Assemblyman Thomas Johnson of La Crosse County's second district says he will not seek re election to the legislature due to private business demands. He manages two large farms and a creamery, leaving little time for public duties. County leaders may nominate Republican W S Keppel if he declines or remains unsure.
Bondsmen from Johnson and Whipple feared flight and obtained warrants for detention of both chiropractors. Mr Whipple reportedly left the city on a noon train, while Mr Johnson was seen crossing a bridge with a satchel and overcoat. Their Main Street office was stripped of valuables. Whipple had been bound over to circuit court after county court license violation charges.
Ten jurors favored $3,000 for Herman Schultz in a street railway injury suit while two held at $5,000. Judge Fruit discharged the panel after a 21 hour deadlock. Jurors agreed the plaintiff should win but could not agree on amount. A retrial is likely in September with costs of a new trial.
Rev Father Keegan, longtime priest with ties to La Crosse Knights of Columbus, died at his Avoca parish home after a stomach ailment following a past runaway accident. Former rector of Galesville church, he was transferred to Avoca by Bishop Schwebach this spring. funeral set for Tuesday in Avoca with Rev Father Murphy in attendance.
In St. Petersburg on May 12 the Douma resumed sittings with Mouromtzeff, who read telegrams of greeting from foreign and domestic societies. Moscow and Odessa universities pledge to support reform efforts. political prisoners’ messages drew cheers. Mouromtzeff asserted authority over Deputy Anikens, who pressed for an amnesty before organization.
Washington May 13 The senate canal committee vote stood five to five on the canal type and postponed final decision until Wednesday It is understood the sea level plan will be favored then
The funeral for Mrs Sophia Dittman will be held at the residence of Fred Dittman tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock with Rev Julius Gamm officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove.
Edna Tarbox spends a social day with friends in Sparta visiting local sights and sharing time together.
Adjt Gen Boardman sets camp dates for the National Guard at Camp Douglas. Third regiment and Tenth battalion run July 7 to 13, First regiment troops and battery July 14 to 20, Second regiment July 21 to 27. Rifle camp to open in August with prize marksmen chosen to represent the state at Sea Girt New Jersey.
San Francisco reporter describes a search of Gunner Hulls quarters where cut glass gold and coins were recovered. Hull led the dynamiting squad during the fire and is expected to face looting charges while on duty.
Manila reports Pulajanes raiding Ina bangah Barrie Wright Samar leaving one dead seven wounded. Raiders burned a score of houses, took twenty prisoners, and fled as Constabulary and troops pursue. In other news a First Methodist Epworth League officers election supper is planned for Monday night at 7 o clock. A boy was born to Mr and Mrs George S Andrus Thursday night.
Freeport Ill May 12 Dr William Livinston aged 96 died last night His portrait ran in McClures as John D Rockefeller s father Many believe he is the magnates parent.
Under war department direction Wood readies Philippine troops for a possible China campaign. Field marches target practice and mock battles are being conducted as part of the preparation.
Evidence that bribery charges against state and county officials across the country was offered to the interstate commission by Monnett in a hearing today. The commission overruled the motion as non inter state. Tucker testimony links Central Freight association to rate fixing. 63 members may face contempt in federal court for violating an injunction. attorney general to file against members.
May 12 dispatch from Constantinople reports Turkey accepts Britain’s demands to evacuate Tabah and to remove Sinai border conditions, pending a mixed tribunal to determine the exact frontier. The London government is believed to agree, easing the regional crisis.
Weather forecast notes unsettled and warm conditions tonight and Sunday. Coolest around six degrees, warmest near 80 by 3 p.m. today, winds at 10 mph. River levels are falling steadily with stage of water at 8.1 feet.
Mrs F R Hickisch and George Zeisler have entered the Prairie du Chien sanitarium for rheumatism treatment. They are undertaking a course of care at the facility as part of their medical program.
Washington May 12 Advices indicate a revolution of great magnitude is brewing in Santo Domingo. The Jiminesta party is preparing to seize the government.
Sidney Mackay, 60, a wealthy Lincoln farmer, killed his wife during an argument and then shot himself. Police reported the fatal double tragedy occurred in Lincoln on May 12, with Mackay dying at the scene and his wife injured fatally.
In the Lea gue park game this afternoon La Crosse led 3 to 2 after four innings. Winona's battery was Randall and Larsen while La Crosse used Stuve and Larsen as battery.
Articles of incorporation were filed with the register of deeds this morning for the Pfafflin Manke Hardware company, succeeding Soren Jensen the Caledonia street merchant. Capital stock is fixed at $5,000.
By unanimous vote the common council rejected all bids for city printing and set May 22 for re advertising. The move allows Tribune to compete and aims to secure a fair rate for the coming fiscal year. Aldermen noted delaying bidding saves taxpayers hundreds annually.
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