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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
19
A woman uses male jealousy as a tactic to avoid closeness, ensuring she remains unattached. The remark suggests manipulating relations to preserve independence and redefine emotional boundaries.
We the undersigned thank friends and neighbors for assistance during our mother's illness and death. Special thanks to Rev Faville and the choir, and to those who sent flowers. Signed Louise Lees, Harry Lees, Mrs Louis Stenseng, Mr and Mrs M C Webber, Mr and Mrs JP Redding.
Personal notices list a Bijou program change and Yeomen meeting tonight with Dr Sara Nimocks returning from Ida Grove to aid a ill sister. Several locals announce returns and trips including William Tisch, Dr Will Powell, M J La Court, J P Fetter, T B Lawrence, C A Sterling, Mrs James Smelser, and others visiting or transacting business in La Crosse and nearby towns.
Old Point Comfort May 28 In naval bombardment experiments the monitor Florida withstood the severest test yet inflicted on a peacetime war vessel. It survived a heavy onslaught from the Arkansas using twelve and four inch guns. The Florida returned to Norfolk yard little damaged with only the right front turret armor stove in and masts tubes cut. The tests were highly successful in every light.
On Tuesday and Wednesday the Fraternal Reserve Association of Sparta reorganized with attendees from La Crosse Bangor and Tomah. Mrs Thornburg hosted a banquet, a dance followed, and the installation plus entertainment were enjoyed by visitors including Mrs Dr Watterson, Mr and Mrs Chamberlain, Mrs Al Smith, Miss Land, Mrs Frankenstein, Al Radtke and Mrs Boardman.
Secretary Hutchins of the State University informs Rev. Clem Mens the tuberculosis exhibit will be sent to this city in the early fall, likely arriving in time for the inter state fair. A quip notes women reach 30 slower than men.
A catalog of affordable jewelry features signet rings from 2 to 10 dollars with free monograms and engravings, set rings at 2 dollars and up, diamond rings from 7.50 to 350 dollars, plus brooches lavaliers lockets hat pins ear studs scarf pins a 15 jewel watch with a 20 year gold filled case priced at 12.50 in both ladies and gents sizes.
Plumbers accuse the city of taking water meter work, claiming loss of business while the city says better work saves property owners $3 to $4. The Economic Club debates if La Crosse should own and operate its street car system with Sam Johnson and Lawrence Kennedy for and George Barrett and Charlies Stam against. Leo Replogle’s failure to support his wife case ends after war comrades intervene. Arthur Gilbertson and Julia Mickelstad receive a marriage license. A new watering trough on State street between Third and Fourth streets aids horsemen.
Miss Alice Campbell hosted a Cashton High School senior farewell at her home on May 26 with class colors cardinal and white. Prizes went to Louis Schmitz and Elizabeth Eikja rud. booby prizes to Louis Johnson and Francis Dolon. Guests included classmates from 05 07 and other locals. The group rang in 2 a.m. with songs and toasts before departure. Across town, crossing work will begin soon after brick arrives and Cashton High plays Viroqua next. Rev Eikjarud and family plan a year in Norway before resuming church duties.
A Philadelphia Ledger joke describes a jail visit where a kindly old lady asks about prisoners contentment. The warden explains one inmate is a married man whose forgetfulness led to his offense, noting he has five wives waiting outside.
Miss Lulu Page to wed in June as friends host events at Allen House and at the Cutting sisters home. Mrs Joe Calloway hosted a luncheon and shower at 214 North Seventh street with Miss Page and guests Edith and Bess Cutting Maud Loveland Pearl Loveland Meta Masenger Agnes Lang Jessie Asplin among others. A china shower is planned by Edith and Bess Cutting at 317 West avenue north with more events anticipated next week.
Members and friends of the Spiritualist church gathered at Myrick park for a Sunday picnic. A long table served 38, everyone enjoyed the fare, then played games and had a delightful time. The day was pleasant and more gatherings are hoped for.
The Good Samaritan society of the North Side met yesterday at the president Mrs Winell home with about forty ladies present from the south side. After social time and business, refreshments were served. The next meeting will be in two weeks at Mrs Dwyer 632 Mill street.
Twenty friends entered Mrs. Thomas Ives’s empty house to surprise her with a social evening. They played e cards and other amusements. The head prize went to Mrs. John V. Palmer for the event.
Mrs George Wheeler plans a social card gathering tomorrow afternoon at her residence 108 North Sixth Street inviting a number of friends to attend.
The piece portrays Europe as a prominent topic for Americans after the Civil War, noting its influence on manners, style, and social travel. It jokes about palm rooms, princes, and manners while highlighting Europe’s role in fostering acquaintance and reflecting national patriotism.
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