La Crosse Population Ranked Fourth in Wisconsin
A census bureau estimate places La Crosse fourth among Wisconsin cities over 10,000 population with about 30,479 residents, up roughly 200 from last year. The table lists Milwaukee 321,450. Superior 38,735. Racine 32,338. Oshkosh 30,464. La Crosse 30,479. others include Green Bay 20,628 and Appleton 14,322.
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Vought-Berger to Remain in La Crosse with New Factory
Backers announce the Vought-Berger company will stay in La Crosse and build a new factory on the north side this summer. Plans are under preparation and work will begin immediately. The firm now employs about 750 workers and aims to increase staff significantly after the plant is completed.
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Vought-Berger Company
la Crosse
Snakes in the Baraboo Bluffs Multiply in Sauk County
Baraboo, Wis. May 16 report many rattlesnakes in Sauk county especially in Baraboo bluffs with granite dens. Bert Meyers found snakes sunning in Baxter's hollow and killed thirty seven with a club while forty escaped. He has slain over 100 this season and expects more. Local sentiment grows for a small bounty on the pests.
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Baraboo, Wis
Sauk County
Baraboo
Bert Meyers
Baxter’s Hollow
Aldermen Back Gund Sewer Plan for City
City officials signaled willingness to cooperate with John Gund Brewing in sewer extensions in the southern part of La Crosse. Representatives explained a plan costing a little over $3,000, with the city asked to contribute $1,000.
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John Gund Brewing Company
Finance Committee
Board of Health
Gund Company
City of la Crosse
North Pacific rail regions offer timber and farming sites
Western Washington offers vast timber for lumber and shingle mills with productive soil for fruit grain and vegetables. Timber lands are government owned and cut over lands suitable for dairying and truck gardening can be bought near the Northern Pacific line between Seattle and Sumas. For maps and information contact W Mott emigration agent Northern Pacific Ry St Paul Minn.
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Sumas
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Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets advert
A vintage ad promoting Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets for busy people. Claims to aid constipation indigestion liver and kidney troubles with improved health and vigor. Sold in boxes priced 35 cents by Genuine Company Madison Wisconsin.
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Rocky Mountain
Genuine Company
Madison, Wis
Holluster Dive
Sharpshooters’ Sun day scores on French Island range
On Sunday afternoon the sharpshooters on French Island posted scores across classes with J. Mohr leading in A Class and special scores listed for several shooters. H. Krenzke posted multiple scores as part of the event.
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J. Mohr
H. Krenzke
Flag Day Observance urged for June 14 in Wi nona
The American Flag association calls for observance of Flag Day on June 14 in Wi nona marking the 128th anniversary of the flag’s adoption. Citizens are urged to display the flag wherever possible and to hold appropriate exercises, especially in schools.
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Winona
American Flag Association
Stars and Stripes
United States
Plow Co Employees to Enjoy a Picnic
The fortieth anniversary of the La Crosse Plow Company is celebrated with a company picnic tomorrow afternoon at Myrick Park. All employees, along with wives and families, will attend. the company covers expenses including dinner and transportation and will pay the half day.
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la Crosse Plow Company
Myrick Park
Plantorex Event Plans With Dana Band and Games
Dana's Third Regiment Band is engaged to provide music throughout the afternoon as a program of athletic events and games is being arranged for the plant workers.
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Dana
Third Regiment
Burden of Competition in Des Moines Telegraphs
Des Moines faces criticism of the dual telephone system created by 1896 competition. Promises of lower rates and city benefits failed, as business owners report higher costs, poorer service, and no city royalty or free municipal phones. The double system yields little public gain and ongoing confusion.
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Des Moines
Mutual
Iowa
Iowa Company
Mutual Company Telephones and Competition Debate
A shareholder denounces current rates and warns Des Moines mirrors nationwide issues. The speaker argues only a monopoly ensures universal, efficient access. A resident, William Elsen, of 1426 Loomis street, returns to work after a long rheumatic illness.
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Mutual Company
Mutual
Des Moines
William Elsen
Loomis Street
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