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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1913
Page
5
Father John's Medicine is advertised as nourishing for bees with lung troubles and weakness. Readers are instructed to write to Father John's Medicine in Lowell Massachusetts and enclose one dollar for a large bottle by express prepaid if the druggist cannot supply it.
Washington May 28. The White House mint julep tied to Colonel Roosevelt’s testimony is described as brewed by Henry Pinckney, a Roosevelts aide, with mint leaves sugar water and liquor. Louisville scoffed at the recipe, insisting Roosevelt never drank real juleps and that Pinckney’s brew was bruised and trivial.
Col Roosevelt was offered use of a moving picture film taken on a flight with Aviator Hoxey to corroborate his denial of being drunk, with Albert Bond Lambert stating the film supports the colonel. Attorneys say admitting moving pictures as evidence would be unique but no grounds for objection are seen.
London papers print lavish displays on Col. Roosevelt libel trial at Marquette Michigan. Boxes show his drinks and abstentions, plus glossaries of American beverages for British readers.
Albert Wilsing a Chicago and Northwestern brakeman of Milwaukee was fatally crushed after slipping while attempting to scale a fence between double tracks in Racine. He died almost instantly.
Madison May 28 The Wisconsin assembly passed under suspension of the rules the Hedding bill to legalize ten round no decision boxing contests in the state. The measure follows the Frawley law from New York and was approved by a 53 to 35 vote.
The Rose jewelry store in La Crosse features a window display of about $50,000 in gems and original Rose designs. The collection highlights diamonds, pearls, and platinum pieces, including a 13% carat blue diamond valued at $6,500 and water color and Parisian designs from the Rose shop.
The Chaperon and the palace house boat Summer Girl from Clinton Iowa, owned by G E Lamb lumberman of Rock Island, docked at the foot of Main Street to await a party headed to St Paul. Mrs Lamb and friends are aboard and will join Mr Lamb in St Paul. The craft is described as the most handsome of its kind on the Mississippi with multiple spacious rooms and an upper deck.
President Wilson strongly favors direct elections including popular nomination and election of the president and vice president. He avoided commenting on a single term plan. The remarks were given to Representative Britton of Illinois.
Harold Weber of Toledo falls in the fourth round of the world amateur golf championship at St Andrews Scotland, defeated by J S Worthington one up. W Heinrich Schmidt Worcester Mass beats Captain Hambro one up in a tense finish on the final green.
Milwaukee May 28 Deputy Sheriff Edward L Tracy was accused by Stephen Sontentien an alleged forger of soliciting a $400 bribe before the jury verdict. Tracy testified denying the charges after cross examination.
In Racine Wisconsin on May 28 William Paulson an employee at a Burlington basket factory fell into a vat of boiling water injuring his feet and legs up to the knees. Doctors fear amputation may be required.
Crowds thronged city streets to view a home grown exhibits showing La Crosse factories and products. The piece lists numerous items produced locally and notes a 50,000 club slogan, with the state normal school band performing and plans shifting to Saturday night as the big showing, postponing Memorial day alignments.
A Chicago newspaper man testifies Roosevelt never drank to excess and recounts meetings from 1893 to the 1900s. The defense argues rumors of Roosevelt’s sobriety circulated among reporters and that publication stemmed from good faith and common journalistic practice.
The Wisconsin bankers gathering in Fond du Lac discusses central reserve needs and taxation remedies. Judge N S Gilson addresses bank taxation reform while Prof W A Scott speaks on banking reform as delegates from Fox River Valley cities attend social events and plan to return home tomorrow.
The Board of Trade plans a six o'clock dinner at the Masonic Temple to discuss the Made in La Crosse exhibits. About 159 to 200 merchants and manufacturers are expected, with a view to making the show an annual affair in La Crosse. Secretary John Utermoehl urges all businessmen to attend. The committee has distributed some tickets and seeks every businessman’s presence.
May 28 report from Versailles says aviatrix Baroness De La Roche was seriously injured when her automobile collided with a delivery wagon this afternoon.
Tens of thousands from nearby southern states gathered in Chattanooga Tennessee for a Confederate reunion as the Alabama monument at Chickamauga Park and the Florida shaft were dedicated this afternoon drawing large crowds from Alabama and Florida.
The Milwaukee Citizens Business League session featured talks on Good Roads by F. A. Cannon and on Commercial Paper by Arthur H. Lindsay with a discussion on Negotiability of Checks by Charles Schweizer. Delegates planned a boat ride on the Mississippi and an informal dinner at the Stoddard hotel.
Three thousand Michigan students watched as a blaze consumed the south wing of University Hall in Ann Arbor. The fire wrecked the mechanical and zoological department apparatus, threatening the university’s oldest building.
Trades and Labor Council calls a special meeting in Malin's Hall this evening to discuss labor conditions. Expect full representation from all organized labor departments in the city.
The quote notes that learning reveals a complex cosmos and that distinguishing between applause and an encore requires diplomacy. It suggests many men stay in safe roles simply for lack of nerve to change.
State of Wisconsin In Probate La Crosse County Court issues notice for six months from March 31 1913 to creditors to present claims against August W Rennebohm deceased of La Crosse. Otto Falk appointed administrator. Court will examine and adjust claims October 7 1913 at 10 A M in La Crosse Courthouse. Dated March 31 1913. By the Court SOHN BRINDLEY County Judge. McCONNELL and SCHWEIL Attorneys.
Assistant counsel Benschoten objected to Newett introducing statements about the colonel's habits. He urged only evidence heard before publication and those on which the libel publication was based should be admissible. The court then addressed the scope of permissible statements.
The article reports on the M'Governor Market Commission facing upheaval as dairy and cheese board manipulations are alleged to have cost Wisconsin farmers about 3 million dollars in 1911 1912. Assembly members debate the governance merger and appointments, criticizing proposed consolidations and urging status quo for boards.
A wry remark notes that steady resolutions often fail and soft positions require pushing others aside to gain them, reflecting cutthroat competition for favored posts.
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