La Crosse Wins Second Game At Rockford
La Crosse defeated Beloit 4 to 3 in the second game of the series at Rockford. One error by Dodge the pitcher marked the contest, with Beloit finally finding his delivery in the ninth inning.
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
5
La Crosse defeated Beloit 4 to 3 in the second game of the series at Rockford. One error by Dodge the pitcher marked the contest, with Beloit finally finding his delivery in the ninth inning.
The Boston Bloomers women's baseball team will play against the Browns in La Crosse Street Baseball Park on June 4. The Bloomers have toured the United States for several seasons, bringing women’s baseball to audiences nationwide.
J. E. Gaul, advance man for the Bloomers, was in the city yesterday finalizing arrangements for the game. The team will field an all-woman lineup except for a catcher, in order Wilson at short, Brown at first, Nation infield, Hall on the mound, White catching, Roberts in right, Emmett in center, Woods at third, Dunbar at second.
The city council authorized $135,000 in public improvement bonds on May 16. They will be sold tomorrow afternoon at the city clerk's office to the lowest bidder. The lot comprises $100,000 in high school bonds, $20,000 in engine house bonds, and $15,000 in permanent street improvement bonds.
President W B Tscharner received a long distance call from Charles K Lush of Madison saying he cannot attend the annual Progressive association meeting on the excursion steamer Columbia. He regrets missing the banquet and notes his past role in La Crosse journalism and in securing the Hotel Stoddard site and the new hotel.
The La Crosse Sharpshooters club plans its annual picnic at the French Island range on June 4. Activities include an 8 am start with an address by Hon. W. F. Wolfe, prize shooting from 10 am to 3 pm, and a shooting king crowned. Refreshments will be served and Hudson will run boat service from State street foot to the park every half hour for attendees.
La Crosse retailers report oxfords and tans as the top sellers this season with light shades proving most popular. Patent oxfords, button shoe revival, and improved lasts appear in men’s styles while spats gain favor for early spring. Women’s tan blachers and soft ooze leather offer dressy options with lower heels and slimmer toes.
Announcement states George M. Heath, former Fourth ward alderman, will join the newly appointed committee to investigate Superintendent John P. Bird following council requests for his removal. A meeting will be arranged when all members are available, several being out of town.
Miss Ethel Witheral and Miss Lilah Derr were slightly injured when a pony trap overturned at Seventh and Vine streets last night. They were driving in the dark and struck an obstacle in the street. Miss Witheral sprained her ankle and Miss Derr, found unconscious, sprained her arm. a physician said injuries were not serious.
Memorial Day observances and special matinees mark La Crosse events. Local businesses promote services from wiring to carpet cleaning while the Tribune touts its city coverage. Visitors from Freeport and Marshalltown stop by as dredging and pavement work continue downtown.
The choir of the Norwegian Lutheran church at Sixth and Division streets plans an entertainment and social in the church parlors tomorrow evening to benefit the choir. A strong program is prepared and a large attendance is expected. Rev. Magellson and the church choir will depart tomorrow afternoon for French Creek Wisconsin to assist in the dedication ceremonies of a new church.
Classified notice seeking purchase of a medical practice by Dr. Will Powell specializing in diseases of women with sickness as a cause and requests inquiries to "B" Tribune.
Advertises Gray's Yerba Santa as a revolutionary cough cure promising rapid relief for all coughs. Claims the remedy is unmatched and urges immediate trial. Available in bottles under $1 at Chas. Beyschlag's Drug Store, 5038 Main St.
Announcement of a student concert at the convent music hall on Memorial Day at 7 30 p m. The program features solos duets and ensemble pieces with a tableaux and choral string ensemble to the national anthem America from Weber Jubilee Music performed by pupils of all grades.
Magnetic entertainer Jessie Green headlines the Bijou theatre show touring this week. Descriptions promise a unique act that defies lifting or physical constraint, drawing curious crowds to the neighborhood venue.
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