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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1909
Page
4
A Franklin club jury of Dowling Huntley and Reii voted two to one that investigating Isaac Stephenson’s U S Senate election was justified. Professor Hayden argued for the affirmative recounting the costly history of the contested election.
The discussion centers on a proposed revision of the primary election law and ongoing corruption allegations. Supporters claim the law enables fairer candidate selection while critics accuse investigations of partisan bias and highlight past campaign fund irregularities. Confirmed debate adjourns to September.
The Fifth and Sixth grades of the Tenth ward school present a patriotic musical program at Woodman hall Rose street featuring military drills pantomimes recitations choruses fairy drills and performances by nearly a hundred costumed children The male quartet and girls orchestra provide selections with proceeds to fund paintings for the school.
Mary Coughlin, four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs James Coughlin of 1531 Wood Street, underwent kidney removal surgery at St Francis Hospital on Wednesday. Dr Evans performed the operation and the child's condition is described as critical.
Greene's Limited announces the public opening is postponed due to contractor delays. The management apologizes and says the magnificent new store will open within a few days. It urges ladies to wait before making purchases to inspect the stock.
In Superior Wisconsin on May 28 reform council members accuse seven aldermen of accepting money to back a proposal to raise saloon license fees from 500 to 1000 dollars. The ordinance failed 13 to 7, and supporters threaten a filibuster when July license grants occur.
Governor Davison proclaims Monday, June 14 as Wisconsin Flag Day. Principals and local military officers have received copies of the proclamation. Schools will hold appropriate exercises and military companies will display the national colors on flagstaffs as directed by Adjutant General Boardman.
Stomach trouble occurs when digestion falters and bowels become deranged. The stomach liver and kidneys suffer and disease follows. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are recommended as easy to take and effective to restore health.
Fond du Lac county faces a contest for the school superintendent post as two candidates are qualified to take office July 1. Incumbent FE P Crain trails Ruby M Acker by two votes and has begun steps toward a recount. Crain filed his oath of office and $2,000 bond as required.
Mary Wilson was fined 65 dollars and costs after being arrested for selling liquor without a license. She protested the lack of a warning from police as the city council cracks down on wine rooms and related places amid recent prosecutions.
James W. Morrissey, described as managing director of a fund to honor actor Joseph Jefferson, is jailed in New York on charges of operating the Joseph Jefferson Monument association without proper registration. The case follows a complaint by Thomas Jefferson, son of the actor, and notes that the widow of Joseph Jefferson had briefly supported the project before withdrawing.
Prairie du Chien prepares Memorial Day events at Fort Crawford cemetery directed by G A R Post 37. A 1:30 p m procession from Bluff and Church streets leads to the cemetery with floral girls school children veterans and civic groups. program includes prayers by Rev Shepard address by A C Wallin grave decoration and the song America.
In Beloit on May 28 the state board of medical examiners lost a case as Raymond Pucicombe known as the chiro practctor was found not guilty of violating state law governing medicine surgery and osteopathy. The jury was out about fifteen minutes. Prosecutor A C Umbrell of Milwaukee led the case with District Attorney John L. Fisher assisting. Defense was by Senator Thomas Morris and F H Hartwell of La Crosse.
Mrs. Oscar Sagen of this city visited relatives in La Crescent during the past week.
Milwaukee officials report burglars likely entered the jewelry store of B. F. Rohn at 274 West Water Street through a rear window after 10 PM. They looted toilet sets bracelets watches and rings. Rohn estimates losses may approach $1,000 though stock is incomplete.
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