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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1909
Page
6
Testimonial praises Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent for a child with eczema. Before use, ulcers crusted from water exposure and doctors failed. After starting Cuticura, improvement appeared within weeks and full recovery occurred in about two months. Patented endorsement from F Lambert of Jersey City, 1907.
The advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap and Ointment with optional Resolvent and pills for skin conditions and scalp care. It targets women and families, noting universal use for toilet, bath and nursery needs. Products are sold worldwide with a free Cuticura Book on Skin Diseases offered.
At the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton ore docks the unloading of the steamer Dan R Hanna sparked a clash between union seawomen and a non union crew. Frank Hoffman a union man was fatally shot in the forehead and Mike Eaton a spectator was wounded in the arm.
President Taft addresses a group of veterans in Petersburg urging peace and reconciliation. He emphasizes diplomacy over force and calls for unity among former soldiers to support national harmony.
President Taft and governors joined Pennsylvania veterans to dedicate a $50,000 monument at Fort Steadman Petersburg marking Civil War battles. Taft spoke on shared heritage and reconciliation, praising bravery on both sides. Governor Stewart received the statue and Ambassador Jusser addressed attendees before evening events.
Ferdinand Dollert son of G F Dollert superintendent of Advance Bedding returns from Milwaukee where he completed studies at the Wisconsin College of Physicians and Surgeons He has passed final exams and will receive his medical diploma at the annual graduation next Thursday He is already engaged as house physician at Milwaukee Maternity Hospital and will return to practice in Milwaukee after a brief visit at home
The unknown man was found mangled on Milwaukee railroad tracks. Police believe robbery preceded the crime and that the body was placed on the tracks to conceal it. He wore first class ready-made clothing and had no money in his pockets. a watch chain remained on a vest button.
Rome May 19 The pope received telegrams from Catholic bishops in Albania pleading for immediate help as they warn of another massacre of Christians in the Turkish region.
In Madison on May 19 the Wisconsin assembly sent the boxing bill to engrossment signaling likely passage later in the week. The plan allows male boxers under eighteen to fight up to thirty minutes in specified city classes under club auspices with five ounce gloves and strict licensing, health checks, and bans on alcohol and betting.
Olin Shute fourteen, son of Rev A Lincoln Shute, was seriously injured yesterday when he fell from his bicycle at Fourth and Main after colliding with a carriage. He was unconscious, bruised, revived at Hebberd drug store, and returned home with his father. He recovered enough to stand briefly today and is not expected to have lasting harm.
Raymone Hitchcock Frank Daniels and Mrs Leslie Carter join the Schuberts as they oppose the theatrical trust a Broadway report says the signees bolster the troupe amid ongoing legal battles.
A reflective piece imagines a century ahead with machinery and air travel. It contrasts past and present changes in dress transport and communication, then promotes the Egg-O-See Wheat Flakes as a nutritious breakfast for all ages and lifestyles.
In a forceful address on tariff policy, Senator Clay contends the American Sugar Refining company exploits profits by underpricing abroad and overcharging in the U.S. He labels the sugar trust a criminal cartel profiting from duties and urges tariff revision to curb graft and protect consumers. He cites 1907–1908 tax and price figures and criticizes Senator Aldrich and party leadership for resisting reforms. He questions why Congress convened in extra session if the tariff bill offers no real relief.
In Stambaugh Michigan on May 19 Joe Zasonski who was intoxicated toppled into a window at the boarding master Steve Jadowilinski’s house. Jadowilinski struck him with a club causing a fatal head blow and a murder charge will be filed.
In Cedar Rapids Iowa on May 19 Miss Mary Sadler of near Toledo taken her own life by burning. She prepared a leaf pile in a ravine, saturated it and herself with kerosene, lit a match, and died from the resulting flames after years of ill health.
Dayton Manufacturing Company president John Kirby Jr wins unanimous nomination as president of the National Manufacturers association. Retiring leader James W. Van Cleave is praised with a bronze tablet a $10,000 check and a ruby stick pin presented at the meeting in New York.
London reports serious unease as rumors claim Germany plans a surprise strike on Britain. Sir John Barlow cites sixty six thousand German soldiers in England as waiters awaiting a moment to strike and reports of German airships over the coast. Lords order an inquiry into the reserve army and a secret London arsenal.
Judge R W Taylor denied a temporary injunction sought by the United States Telephone Co to restrain Central Union Telephone Co and Union Telephone and Telegraph Co from inducing independent firms to violate their 99 year contract for long distance connections. The petition alleged a trust in restraint of trade by the Bell interests.
In a casual exchange a visitor asks who Jim Pettigrew is. The reply says Pettigrew has not worked for sixteen years and only tells stories while living in town. A remark notes a 1893 claim that he resembled Abraham Lincoln.
Advertises Stearns Electric Rat and Roach Paste to kill roaches rats and mice in homes. Claims immediate dead roaches in sinks and on shelves with nightly application. Sold everywhere or by express prepaid with prices for 3 oz and 16 oz boxes from Stearns Electric Paste Co Chicago Lil.
The Swift Specific Co. promotes S S S as a natural blood purifier and tonic. It claims to cleanes blood of impurities to prevent disease, aid anaemia and malaria, and support overall health with a safe formula of roots herbs and barks. Free medical advice and a book on the blood are offered.
Bayou Sara La May 19 The officers and crew of the battleship Mississippi are spending the day on the farm The Mississippi leaves tomorrow morning Natchez.
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