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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1905
Page
4
A La Crosse Progressive Association gathering drew about three hundred members with renewed energy and plans for ongoing quarterly meetings. Speakers urged active member participation, praised past efforts, and outlined goals, notably John J. Esch’s influential project, as the group rebuilds momentum and aligns on future actions.
The Progressive Association in the Northwest pledges action to restore upper Mississippi commerce and improve regional prospects. Leaders emphasize that many good plans are possible, though specifics aren’t fixed. As Jim Murray put it, there will be something doing this year, signaling active effort ahead.
The Leader-Press accuses Alderman John Downs of malevolent activity aimed at blocking a printing contract for six times cost. It questions a city printing conspiracy between Gelatt and The Chronicle to fix bids at maximum lawful price, demanding denials before public opinion weighs in.
The account mocks various speakers amid a lively event. Evans offers a weak defense for a strong speech while Tscharner’s notes come under fire. Father Murphy’s stance draws praise and reproach. Stryker, Utterhoehl, Burns, and Gelatt are praised or teased for energy, effort, and presence as Burton and Lowe contribute.
The program for the veterans encampment in Milwaukee promises one of the best ever. Milwaukee's drum corps of 50 pieces will entertain the national encampment to be held September 7 8 and 9. A department commander will be elected at the encampment in the city.
Officials say La Crosse will secure the office, with confidence from the local organization about the outlook and ability to win the bid.
The boat of A. Bellevue stolen from his boat house on the levee was recovered by the sheriff yesterday at Brownsville where the thief had sold it. The thief was arrested and arraigned before Judge Brindley. The case is adjourned for two weeks.
Whitehall Michigan on May 26 reported a $5,000 fire loss blamed on alleged incendiaries and an economic village council that cut water and power at 11 o clock. Korgstad's grocery burned with $3,100 loss and $500 insurance. kerosene signs found. E T Slocum's Detroit owned building housing Dr Meinhardt drug store suffered total loss of $2,100 stock plus $1,000 building, partly insured.
Springfield, May 26. George Miner Charles Steel and Walter Dix pleaded guilty to robbing the post office at Stubblefield Bond county on Feb 19 1905. They were each sentenced to one year s hard labor in the house of correction at Quincy and fined 100 dollars plus costs. William French pleaded guilty to robbing the post office at Mulberry Grove Bond county and received three years in Chester penitentiary.
Businesses closed and schools dismissed in Melrose Massachusetts to honor Mrs Mary A Livermore writer and temperance advocate whose funeral at the Congregational church was conducted by Rev E V Harlan Unitarian
Decatur Ill May 26 The coroners of Illinois met here and organized a state association electing T C Buxton Decatur as president Peter Hoff man Chicago Edwin M Irwin Belleville as secretary and W P Speakman Danville as treasurer They planned to meet again in Danville in September
The Bijou hosts an amateur showcase tonight promising top talent and polished performances from local hopefuls. Spectators can expect varied acts and a lively evening of entertainment.
Washington May 26 The National Association of Postmasters of the Second and Third Class met for its second annual convention as Postmaster General Cortelyou outlined how postal employees may participate in politics while emphasizing merit based appointments and departmental loyalty He urged higher efficiency and warned against factional actions that could harm the service while noting a need to cut red tape and raise the post office’s standards and pay where warranted
The city bonds could not be sold at 3 percent. Only bid received was for a 2700 premium by S. A. Keene. No other bidders appeared, but several had signaled intent to bid at 4 percent, so bonds were not sold. They will be re advertised and the council will likely raise the rate to 4 percent.
Very low excursion rates to United Commercial Travelers' meeting in Oshkosh Wisconsin. Tickets on sale June 8 and 9 with return allowed until June 12. Apply to Chicago and Northwestern Railway agents.
The note invites readers to attend amateur night at the Bijou theater highlighting a showcase of local talent. It emphasizes a informal program with varied acts and a casual community vibe.
Dr George Powell serves as consulting physician and surgeon, providing expert medical guidance and surgical oversight within the hospital team. His role emphasizes specialty input and collaborative patient care across departments.
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