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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1908
Page
2
A report warns that a political move by Hughes could end horse racing in New York, risking millions in revenue and affecting the broader gambling industry as anti-gambling laws bite into racing operations.
Wisconsin football coach Barry gives the team a rest after a win and plans light practice for the Chicago game. The squad will focus on blocking and passing, with hay covering the field and stands expected to fill. ticket prices include general admission at 1.00 and reserved at 2.00.
McGregor residents report visiting relatives and guests from Spokane Chicago Denver and Cresco. Members of the Modern Woodmen of America helped with Otto Kleins corn harvest while he lies in hospital. Various local gatherings include dances socials and parties with neighbors and friends.
Mrs C Dyer and sister visited Alma from St Paul yesterday. Miss A M Gantenbein spent time in Minneapolis this week. Mrs Peter Overbye and children and Miss Meta Leish of Cando N D are visiting locals. Mr Ed Geible of Nelson was in Alma yesterday. Mr and Mrs T Kempter came from St Paul and will visit Alma before heading to La Crosse.
Mrs. R W Rogerson travels to Fond du Lac after her father Lambert Brest dies. Inga Algard and Floren Webber of Coon Valley visit. May McKittrick returns from La Crosse after appendectomy. Mrs. Grant DeWitt came from Langford with Bernice DeWitt. Lute Purdy of Cashton visits family. Sophie Steyne of Westby visits Viroqua friends. Mrs Chester Minshall hosts Gjerda Olson of Westby. Torger Steenson of Soldiers Grove takes a sales job in T T Sanwicks store. Amanda Larson of Cashton listed among visitors.
Monday shopping by Mr John Hanson. Saturday travel to Boaz and Sunday with parents. Mrs A O Espeseth entertains sister Mrs A Lien of River Falls Wisconsin. Miss Inga Larson of Cashton visits Mr and Mrs H P Larson. Miss Josie Bentson visits her parents near Westby. Miss Ella Lind visits friends in La Crosse this week. Mr Geo Moen spends early week with parents near Cashton. Miss Dumpke returns to Genoa after week with Viroqua relatives. Rev M Gulbrandson of Westby leads communion at United Lutheran church Sunday afternoon.
Advertises Pazo Ointment promising cure for itching bleeding or protruding piles within 6 to 14 days or refunds. price 50 cents.
Mr and Mrs Albert Hauser hosted a hayrack party last evening lasting until 11 o clock. Guests included Ferdi nand Hauser Emil Hauser Julia Hauser Elizabeth Hauser Christine Jaeger Antoinette Jaeger Walter Jaeger Hattie Doering Tillie Zelmer Emma Moser and Henry Freehoff.
Chicago Cubs president Charles Webb Murphy travels to Cuba seeking a spring training option away from the usual Southern junkets. He favors a relaxed trip to improve player morale and condition, with a plan to return for the National League meeting. Hotel capacity and travel grind are noted concerns.
A quip suggests few are harmed by grand offenses yet most suffer from petty folly. The remedy proposed is marriage as a way to cut down the expenses of being engaged. The remark reflects social humor about matrimony and its perceived stabilizing effect.
The text identifies hexamethylenetetramine as a key ingredient in Foley's Kidney Remedy and notes it as a uric acid solvent and antiseptic for urine. It urges taking Foley's Kidney Remedy at first signs of irregularities to prevent serious illness.
Milwaukee welterweight Jimmy Clabbe and Lowell Massachusetts boxer Jimmy Gardner, who split a recent fifteen round decision in New Orleans, are slated for a rematch at the same club on Thanksgiving day. Both fighters will weigh 138 pounds at 3 o'clock. Jack Dougherty may also appear on the card.
The report lists Sality Konetchy among the top fielders, ranking fifth in the league. It highlights his solid defense and mentions his participation in many games, with a note on 150 games as a benchmark.
New Haven Conn November 10 The Yale eleven underwent the season’s biggest shift as seven of eleven men were moved and four retired Chief changes include Coy moved to end with his brother Sherman Coy from 1900 Hobbs replaced at left tackle and Lilley stepping in Ford Johnson takes over at quarterback Daly shifts to Brides old role with Philbin at left halfback Field to Coy’s spot Three linemen hold positions Guards Andrus and Goebel and center Biddle remain The lineup to face Princeton may feature Wheaton replacing Field or Philbin in the final spot.
Advertisement promising relief from piles via Pyramid Pile Cure with mail order trial. Readers urged to send fifty cents or request a free trial package by mail to Pyramid Drug Co., 163 Pyramid Bidg., Marshall, Michigan, with testimonials claimed.
The editorial says the election is over and prosperity awaits all, urging readers to act prudently and present themselves properly while remaining economical. It notes some up country precincts are not yet heard from and emphasizes prudent financial conduct as part of the business outlook.
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