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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
6
An advertisement touts P and G Naphtha Soap as superior for cleansing clothes. Naphtha loosens dirt so soap works faster, claiming the blend halves washday effort and reduces discomfort. It argues users can complete more work in 4 or 5 hours than before.
Mrs. Abraham Asstor, 18, testifies before Judge Brindley that her husband beats her for talking or laughing. She says he gives only fifty cents weekly and seeks a warrant for arrest. The warrant is issued and Asaor faces county court trial for wife beating.
Nov 13 report states Herber Wilcox, a private in field artillery, was killed in a violence between troops and African Americans. Posses hunt Paul Williams, alleged slayer, as fear of further outbreaks grows. Soldiers raided the negro quarters but the raid was barely prevented and troops remain confined to the post. The incident began at Fort Sill.
New York November 13 The World argues Root should not replace Platt in the senate. A long piece titled Elihu Root, Ryan's lawyer attacks his corporate ties and suggests Ryan benefited from an alleged adversarial network.
In Memphis on November 13 a peaceful cotton growers convention turned stormy after two days. An attack by Walter Clark of Mississippi on night rider A. C. Roan triggered a near riot with Roan defending the secret clan amid the tumult.
Assistant State Veterinarian B. B. Clark rounds up cattle in La Crosse found with tuberculosis. By 3 PM three affected animals located. the herd owned by Lens Peterson David Heslip and William Collins. Cattle to be shipped to Milwaukee for destruction. examinations to continue tomorrow.
In East Windsor near Binghamton New York today a fast freight locomotive exploded as it passed. Flagman J Carter was killed immediately Fireman Brad shaw died about an hour later Engine Kimble was fatally injured.
A philosophical reflection noting that the strongest cure for craving is financial means enabling restraint. It discusses how money alters impulse control and shapes choices.
E H Derr states he remains in the ice business for the coming year. He has purchased land to build an ice house large enough to serve all customers and will supply ice during the winter with prompt telephone service. Derr thanks patrons and seeks continued patronage.
An advertisement touts a cough or cold remedy using two ounces glycerine, one half ounce pine compound, and a half pint whiskey. It claims the mixture cures any curable cough or breaks up an acute cold in twenty four hours and notes the product is available as Concentrated pine in half ounce bottles.
Congressman John J. Esch led Taft in Wisconsin s Seventh district by 665 votes. Final tallies show Taft 24 437 Bryan 12 751 Esch 25 103 Keeler 11 413 with Esch ahead of Keeler by 13 689.
A Turin paper blasts American coverage of the Abruzzi engagement calling it clowns and megaphonique lies. Editors defend US press as fair noting the engagement rests with the contracting parties and that American society has long accepted noble matches regardless of fortune.
On the annual county trip, the board of supervisors inspected barns and outbuildings at the asylum. They noted some structures over 20 years old are in bad condition and must be replaced with more substantial buildings. Plans were outlined and likely to be executed soon.
Citizens will donate baskets and money for the needy on Thanksgiving. The Humane Society will receive contributions and distribute the goods to the poor in the most effective manner based on their experience.
Miss Otis plotted to kill her mother at 328 Walnut Street for a $6,000 policy. She conspired with a Keystone detective to hire killers, then was arrested after confessing and collapsing under police scrutiny.
Berlin November 13 the kaiser and Von Buelow to meet at Kiel to decide if Von Buelow remains chancellor. The chancellor will present a two day Reichstag debate report on the kaiser London Telegraph interview. If approved, Von Buelow keeps the post and a throne statement may follow.
The president stated that his worry is not about Outlook stockholders but the magazine's general policy which he deems excellent. He noted assertions that the publication is owned by wealthy monopolists, tied to a political fight.
The commission on country life appointed by Roosevelt plans a Western tour to study rural conditions. It will stop at major agricultural colleges and hold meetings in Omaha December 9 10 Minneapolis 11 Madison 12 14 and visit Texas California Nevada Utah Colorado Oregon Washington on the itinerary.
Rev Sanders spoke on The Mights of Man The Might of Money The Might of God and The Might of Eternity. Miss Newsome and Darling sang. The Voices of the Women featured a costume pageant with named performers and roles.
Bryan and his wife will depart soon for a long rest with a probable stop at a health resort in old Mexico. Reports of conferences with southern and western Democratic leaders were denied.
Representative Lloyd says Champ Clark will succeed Williams as minority leader of the House of Representatives, marking a leadership change in the opposition. The statement confirms Clark’s rise to the top post amid ongoing political shifts.
Mrs John Quincy Adams, mistress of the White House, was a natural leader whose wit and courtly experience made her a social favorite. She shaped early White House society, then longed for retirement with her husband. Her fashion influence defined Washington dress for years.
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