Directors examined reveal expected fraud in Central Electric case
Examination of Central Electric directors shows no surprises but confirms fraud allegations. Felber’s testimony supports a forthcoming action to restore minority stockholders, with Gelatt and Doerflinger shifting responsibility and denying key facts. The case hinges on undisclosed deal details and deflated stock value.
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Central Electric Company
Felber
Doerflinger
Gelatt
la Crosse
The
Chronicle
Leader-Press
Cargill
Central Deal
Kansas City Trial Reveals Unknown Source Remittances
In a federal court, members of several large firms admit receiving thousands in commissions from unknown sources via George Crosby and George L. Thomas. Witnesses refuse to identify the money’s origin, raising suspicions about Thomas and unnamed correspondents nicknamed Hooks and Old Hube.
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Kansas City
George Crosby
Burlington
George L. Thomas
New York
L. B. Taggart
Thomas
Atlantic Seaboard
St. Louis
Hooks
La Crosse Newspapers and a Trust Clash
Local quarrel over La Crosse media outlets centers on The Chronicle The Leader Press and The Argus as figures like Mr Gelatt testify about press ownership. The exchange references a trust-like Gelatt-Cargill-Southeastern group dominating local papers and a debate over newspaper transparency and influence.
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Gelatt
la Crosse
the Chronicle
Leader-Press
Argus
Gelatt-Cargill-Southeastern
Life in Balance Between Mercy and Misfortune
A compendium note highlights varied views on pay for work and editor’s support, the La Crosse Citizens League curfew and liquor enforcement, and a local man’s attempted suicide after a bargain shirt purchase. It also notes La Crosse’s loss to Eau Claire and a sports line about sacrificing one game to keep rivals content.
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Citizens’ League of
la Crosse
Eau Claire
Terrible Flood in China Reports Reach Victoria
The Teucer brings news of catastrophic floods along the Hai Hangho in China. Villages inundated, homes wiped out, thousands drowned, and fire in Hsiantau wrecking much of the city. Ships operate but no passengers or cargo, and famine fears grow from rice crop destruction.
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Victoria
B. C
Japan
China
Hai Hangho
Hsiantau
Hsaintau
Hunan Steamship Company
Excursion Tickets to St Paul Minneapolis May 28 to 31
Excursion tickets to St Paul Minneapolis via the North Western Line will be sold May 28 to 31 inclusive, return allowed until June 9. Proceeds support the General Federation of Womens Clubs. Apply to Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
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Neapolis
North-Western
General Federation of Womens’ Clubs
Chicago & North-Western Ry
Low Excursion Rates to Des Moines via the North-Western Line
Excursion tickets will be sold May 21 and 22 limited to return until May 24 on account of the Prohibition State convention. Apply to agents.
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North-Western
Chicago & North-Western Ry
Ice trust criticized as greedens and public suffering
A La Crosse letter to the Tribune denounces ice dealers as a statewide and national conspiracy in restraint of trade. The writer urges action against fixed prices and combines, warning of rising costs and jeopardized livelihoods for the poor, urging state enforcement and public pressure.
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la Crosse
Toledo
Ohio
Ice Trust
Chicago
Mary
Daniels
Houser's Fix Draws Press Grudging Notice
The State Press notes it would irk Walter Houser to explain before a jury while his services are needed to defend public rights. Milwaukee News adds that Senator Hatten should not delay if he aims to join the effort. Oshkosh Northwestern remarks.
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Walter Houser
Milwaukee News
Hatten
Oshkosh Northwestern
Unity in Wisconsin GOP Call to Harmony
A Bloomer Advance editorial urges unity within the Wisconsin Republican Party. It calls for quitting quarrels and forming a cohesive, honest and harmonious state political effort to set an example for others.
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Republican Party
Guiting
Wisconsin
Bloomer Advance
Spooner and La Follette for President and Vice President
The Chilton Times suggests uniting Republican factions by nominating Spooner for president and La Follette for vice president and letting the senators decide the ticket. The call emphasizes harmony and broad party inclusion across the GOP.
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Spooner
la Follette
Chilton Times
Houser Denies Charges in Secretary of State Candidacy
The Appleton Post reports Houser denying charges raised by Commissioner Host. The chief clerk in the state insurance department corroborates some testimony. Houser seeks a third term as secretary of state. if substantiated, he could face a penitentiary term.
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Houser
Commissioner Host
State Insurance ‘Department
Court of Justice
Tech
Appleton Post
Editorial on Secretary of State charges and retirement
The Green Bay Gazette discusses charges against the secretary of state and notes that if sustained a graceful withdrawal is best. If explanations satisfy, he may remain. otherwise stepping aside is advised for reform governance.
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Secretary of State
Green Bay
Still Another Objection to Eddyism in Christian Science
A Milwaukee reader protests a newspaper death notice of Isaac N. Woods of Fort Wayne Indiana calling Christian Science Eddyism. The letter defends Christian Science healing methods, questions reporting判断, and urges restraint in judging Woods last illness and treatment.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Isaac N. Woods
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Woods
R. Stanhope
State Pub. Com
North Side Lane Ends as YMCA Buys Alleys
Members of the North La Crosse bowling league faced embarrassment as their alleys at the combination were purchased by the YMCA association of Winona and will be moved soon. With two thirds of the schedule played, the Monitors led the standings. A Brakke's drugstore meeting concluded the league and canceled completion of the schedule.
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Elmbers
North la Crosse
Park Store to Field Deer Finger Team with New Suits
The north side baseball group loaned their uniforms to an amateur squad that will play under the original name. Park Store arranged for a Deer finger team with fresh outfits to debut against Onalaska at their grounds this Sunday.
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North Side
Park
Deerfinger
Onalaska
State Bank of La Crosse Resources and Deposits Report
State Bank of La Crosse in La Crosse Wisconsin reports on April 6 1906 total resources 64940719 and 37459 7766590 1290000 capital stock surplus 500000 undivided profits 998034 deposits 94014219.
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Batavian National Bank
LA Crosse
Wisconsin
Nat's Bank
State Bank of
Elbow injury from Fifth Ward school swing contest
Inger Smith of 526 Berlin street sustained a severe elbow injury yesterday afternoon after leaping from a swing installed at the Fifth Ward school grounds during a jumping contest.
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Inger Smith
Berlin Street
Fifth Ward
Mrs Charles Tusker Dies in Minneapolis Funeral
The funeral of Mrs Charles Tusker formerly Miss Lucy Williams of 937 Berlin Street occurred this afternoon at Caledonia Street M E Church. Rev Charles W Wentworth officiated with William Dwyer in charge. A large group attended and the procession proceeded to Oak Grove for burial.
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Charles Tusker
Minneapolis
Lucy Williams
Berlin Street
Caledonia Street
M. E
Charles W. Wentworth
Wm. Dwyer
Oak Grove
Hodge Loses His Valuable Equine
George Hodge lost his valuable high stepping driving horse after a sudden bowel inflammation proved fatal. The animal, worth between 300 and 400 dollars, had drawn much street attention before its death despite medical care.
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Hodge
George Hodge
Rogers Silverware Opens New Rogers Line in Wisconsin
Local retailer unveils a complete Rogers line featuring Berry Spoons Cold Meat Forks Gravy Ladles Pie Servers Sugar Shells Butter Knives and Salad Forks. Exclusive agents for western Wisconsin promise new designs never seen in the city.
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Roger
Rogers
Wisconsin
Horse Attack Injures Local Man Near Road House
Mr. Fillner was kicked in the face by a horse near the road house at the bluffs yesterday. Teeth were knocked out and his lip cut. Dr. Callahan attended to him.
Welcome Arch Project Advances on Third and Main
Rapid progress is reported on the welcome arch with workmen beginning installation of the exterior woodwork at the Third and Main site this morning.
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Third
Dr George Powell as Consulting Physician and Surgeon
Dr George Powell is described as a consulting physician and surgeon in the modern medical notice.
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George Powell
Factory to Start at Granite Banana Crate Plant
The saws in the Granite banana crate factory at the corner of Rose and St James streets began to hum yesterday signaling the start of operations after remodeling. The plant will now soon begin full operations.
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Rose and
St. James Streets
Vera Boyle’s Seventh Birthday Party at Caledonia
Miss Vera Boyle hosted a birthday party at 1314 Caledonia street honoring her seventh birthday. She and her friends played many games and enjoyed refreshments during the evening.
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Vera Boyle
Caledonia Street
Fig gies muslin underwear sale ends tomorrow
Tomorrow marks the final day of Fig gie's muslin underwear sale. Shriners of the Masonic order passed northward this morning en route east, traveling seven coaches and a sleeper from the Pennsylvania division.
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Figgie
A. Pederson
Evans & Pederson Cement and Tile Company
New Albia
Minn
Masonic Order
Pennsylvania
Theodore Shomers
Chicago
Ormia Gage
Madison
Paul Smith
Camp Douglas
K. P. Hamilton Lodge No. 57
Rose Street
Irs
R. A. Taylor
Albert Losey
Kane Street
R. J. Kinneman
Kansas City
J. F. Salz
Charles Street
Fairburn
Neb
Carl Strauss
Richard Center
George Baumattoor
Scandinavian Baptist Church
H. Nelson
Caledonia Street
National Bank of ia Crosse Balance Sheet April 6 1906
The report shows loans and discounts totaling 2 853 734 00, deposits around 4 197 809 24, and capital 208 000 00 with undivided profits 24 239 57. It lists U. S. bonds, bank vault cash, and deposits held with other banks and the U S Treasury. United States Depositary designation appears in the document.
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Greuiateoe
Ns Ac
Ub Spss
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Adam E.forschler
LA Crosse Tribune
Main St
Tribune Publishing Company
W. W. Kidder
Payne & Young
Marquette
New York City
Potter
Cavanaugh Cavanaugh
Freeport
Eddie
Mr. Doerflinger
Group 7
the Tribune
Sieger
the Argus
Mark
Edutor
Rockefeller
Morgan
Glenwood Herald
St. Paul
Des Moines
Iowa
Dear Tribune
the State Press
Tourke
U.S
Banking House & Fixtures
Resources
U. S
Tures
Heey
Mrs. Tusker
Irvine
Main ST. la Crosse
National Bank OF
J. S. Bonds
U. S. de
United States
J. E. Wheeler
Orlando Holway
Jos
P. Gohres
Robt. B. Lowry
Ass’t
W. B. Tscharner
Wim
F. Gohres
J. Waite
Ziouuster
Caledonia
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