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La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1907

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Stephenson Faces Laborious Battle in Joint Senatorial Ballot

In Madison the joint ballot shows Isaac Stephenson with 44 votes as rivals Esch Hatten and McGregor push for a coalition. A caucus tonight at 7:30 may end the long struggle with Stephenson needing support to secure the nomination.

Stephenson Madison Wis Isaac Stephen Esch Hatten McGregor Sanborn Martin Turner Bila Bird Rummell Weisse Douglas Rose Davies Hudnall Wrumder Thompson Isaac Stephenson Duncan McGregor Marinette Lumberman Ekern Platteville Hagemeister Estabrook Grassie Uudnall Bell John O. Thomas Platteville Assemblyman Simon Smith Phenson Lst Ieee Priori

Y M C A Campaign Pushes Toward $100000Goal

Local Y M C A fundraising continues with plans to raise $7,000 more by next Monday to reach a total of $100,600. Corporate committees report $92,839 raised so far, with $15,158 from the Young Men’s Committee led by F J Corey and others, and larger subscriptions from W W Cargill and others.

Association Association Hall Young Tae Eegetienae Bhape W. W. Cargill J. W. Stafford F. J. Corey J. Corey P. T. Schulze C F. Ogden Dr.a.t.rasmussee Cc. L. Baldwin E. A. Erickson F. C. Herrington Earl Lockman Seeenes

Hughes Utilities Bill Passes. Hughes Likely Presidential Candidate

New York Assembly unanimously approves Hughes public utilities bill. The move signals Hughes as New York's probable candidate for president.

Albany N. Y Hughes New York

Syrian case dismissed by Judge Hunt

Judge C. W. Hunt dismissed the case against Alec Yasoor the Syrian peddler after lack of prosecution. He warned that if attorneys were not ready to try it the case would be dismissed, with City Attorney Doherty absent from the proceedings.

C. W. Hunt Alec Yasoor Ge ‘Hunt Doherty

Pierce Faces Texas Perjury Charge in Waters-Pierce Case

H Clay Pierce president of the Waters Pierce Oil Co must return to Texas to answer a perjury charge. Federal Judge Adams denied a writ of habeas corpus at 2 15 p m and ordered remand to police custody. Sheriff Math will transport him to Texas immediately.

ST. Boris H. Clay Pierce Waters- Pierce Oil Co Texas Adams Math

Testimony in Haywood case falters as witnesses refuse

Boise May 15. A rumor confirmed today says three key witnesses linked to Parry and Orchard's confession will not testify. Attorneys Borah Hawley decline comment as peremptory challenges loom. jurors may be dismissed and defense will likely challenge two on the panel.

Boise Haywood Parry Orchard Western Federation Borah Hawley

Milwaukee Train Rider Arrested For Overcoat Theft

Thomas Gorman who rode the head end of a Milwaukee yard train and was released after treatment for a head wound is back in custody charged with stealing an overcoat. He said he was robbed at Hastings and claimed Albany, New York as his home. A hearing awaits tomorrow.

Thomas Gorman Milwaukee Gorman Hastings Kilbourn City Albany N. Y Oine A. F. Reitze Captain Parks

Grocers Endorse Montague Factory Rebuild Plan

At a city meeting the Grocers' association directed Secretary Harry Taggart to prepare an agreement for all merchants to sign in support of rebuilding the Montague Cracker and Candy factory. The meeting endorsed Montague's goods, followed by a smoker and speeches.

Grocers’ Association Harry Taggart Montague

Madison Caller J Mullen Reaches Local Fans

J Mullen of Madison spent the day contacting fan friends in the city, engaging supporters and sharing updates. The outreach appears aimed at strengthening local ties and boosting enthusiasm for upcoming events.

J. Mullen Madison

Victory Lean Longshoremen in Philadelphia Strike

Philadelphia longshoremen refuse to unload ships bound for New York Harbor and plan to keep lines united through the week. Two settlements with the Italian line and Patrick Twomey, a major coaling- vessel employer, bolster morale as more ships are redirected. The approaching Friday fleet is the largest since the strike began.

Philadelphia

Rasmussen Rasmussen Tonight at the Y M C A

Norwegian actor Rasmus Rasmussen appears tonight at the Y M C A in this city as a protege of Mrs. Louisa Withee. He arrived yesterday and will be hosted by Mrs. Withee.

Rasmus Rasmussen Bergen Theater Norway Louisa Withee Rasmussen

Wisconsin Legislature Backs State Highway Aid Plan

For the second time Wisconsin lawmakers favor a constitutional amendment to permit state aid for highways. The measure, similar to 1905, would allow a state commission to survey districts and grant aid proportional to assessed property valuation, with voters to decide at the next general election.

Madison Wis Wisconsin Massachusetts

Webber Convicted in Highway Robbery Case

Jim Munroe testified against Rennie Webber, brought from Waupun, as the pair described a December 30 assault at Second and State streets. The jury, after an 11:30 to 8:30 p m deliberation, found Webber guilty and he faces institutional confinement. A civil suit involving the Dau Glaire Grocery company was argued afterward.

Jim Munroe Waupun Rennie Webber Murroe Webber Second

Ministers seek rules against marrying divorced people

Chicago May 19 a group of Congregational ministers urge the Congregational association to adopt rules forbidding clergy from marrying divorced individuals. The campaign follows the notoriety surrounding the Corey Gilman wedding.

Chicago Congregational Association Corey Gilman Wolding

Harriman Moves to Limit Railroad Capitalization

Washington reports fresh stock and convertible bonds worth 111 million from Union Pacific, sparking fears of strain in money markets. Officials foresee a lengthy congressional debate on regulating capitalization and rail consolidation under a new government framework.

Washington, D. C Harriman Interstate Commerce Commission Union Pacific Harriman Group Washington Congress Alton

Harriman Roads Face Sherman Era Antitrust Probes

A keen read of the Interstate Commerce Commission report alleges Harriman dominates a third of US rail traffic. It accuses contracts with Rock Island Southern Pacific Santa Fe Illinois Central and San Pedro of violating antitrust laws and urges legal action to unwind mergers and stock deals. The report praises no action yet by the commission despite the bold findings.

New York Evening Telegram Interstate Commerce Commission Harriman Roads United States Harriman Rock Island Southern Pacific Santa Fe Illinois Central San Pedro Alton Union Pacific Los Angeles Washington, D. C Office The Kellogg and Severance

Colgate Visitor Thos. Codegon Drops By City Friends

Thos. Codegon of Colgate visited friends in the city yesterday, sharing greetings and catching up with local acquaintances.

Thos Codegon of Colgate

No Vote on K P Merger Due to Missing Committee Member

Lodge No. 109 of the K P postponed a merger vote with lodge No 27 because a committee member was absent. Discussion over the merged lodge name remains unresolved, with a decision expected at Lodge 109’s next regular meeting.

Lodge No. 109 K. of P Lodge No

Union Men Ordered To Skip Public Labor Parade

Indianapolis May 15 The mayor ordered police to stop the Friday night demonstration by organized labor protesting a federal court sale of a union member property to cover injunction costs for Pope Waverly Automobile Co. Gomphers is slated to speak.

Indianapolis Ind Federal Pope Waverly Automobile Co Gomphers

Public Service Bill Hearing Before Transportation Committees

A legislative committee hearing on the public service bill began this afternoon before the transportation committees. The lengthy drafting suggests few changes will be needed. A Madison city council committee favors passage, and the bill could reach the legislature for passage in less than a week.

Madison Wis

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Esch and Hatten Combind Businessmen’s Committee F. G. Tiffany J. M. Holley, Jr W. W. Withee H. C. Bart_s W. S. Woods Pipfacf Rassing Keitzel’s Victory New York Harbor Faedrelandssalme Hdv Grieg Godaften Brudepar Lovsang Cath Elling Halling Hans Mo Bergens Fiskertorv Samtale Melien Kongen Og Strilen R. Rasmussen I Theatret R. Rasmussen Halls Serres Esene R. Rasmussen Cocarcenves Gov't J. C. Welliver R. R. Czar Rock Island, Santa Fe South Ern San Pedro K. P Linton Lodge Legislative
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