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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
2
An old time advertisement explains how poor tools in the stomach lead to indigestion and bad breath. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy, claiming they digest food, curb irritation, and improve digestion. The copy urges readers to mail for a free trial package from F A Stuart Co, Marshall Michigan.
A developing arrangement aims to place Racine in Freeport’s position. The talks focus on a purchase plan and the potential transfer of duties or rights, with officials examining terms and implications for both parties.
Wisconsin coach Barry focused on refining Quarterback Mall’s plays in a full afternoon of practice. The lineup remains close to set with Moll at quarterback and Cunningham likely to start at right halfback after an ankle injury, while Osthoff and Kreutzer swapped lines and Bell filled Creutzer’s guard spot. The team is in top condition and confident they can contest Chicago for the Western championship.
Racine officials and business leaders including Mayor Horlick and City Clerk Armstrong support a plan to obtain a Wisconsin Illinois league franchise by purchasing the Freeport club. Armstrong named as prospective president as Racine, with about 38 000 residents and a surrounding 30 000 in territory, eyed as ideal for a state league team. Charles F Moll, president of the State league, would not discuss the report beyond noting such a deal is contemplated.
Denver reports a contract for a Carlisle game on December 5 remained in force after a telegram from Commissioner Leap and Carlisle managers confirmed the match will be played in Denver despite initial despondency.
The La Crosse high school football team travels to Baraboo for an afternoon game. Coach Cooper plans limited star usage, with regulars ready to enter if needed. After the game, the squad camps in Baraboo then heads to Madison for the Chicago Wisconsin game.
Chicago Maroons leave for Madison amid colds and uncertain aggressiveness. Michigan hopes for victory in the East with Schultz likely playing. Carlisle heads to Minneapolis to face the Gophers in a fierce clash, while Iowa plans lineup shifts after a freshmen upset. Also an ad for LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE at 25c.
In Manila on Nov 20 authorities uncovered 103 cans of opium hidden in a cement barrel. The shipment traveled from China toward Corrigidor Island and the drugs were confiscated by officials.
In Webster City Iowa on November 20 A A Johnson a prominent Stratford area farmer was found dead by his wife in a cornfield. authorities report he took carbolic acid in a deliberate act after a period of despondency and heavy drinking.
Fond du Lac Wisconsin November 20 Bobby Lynch who managed the Fond du Lac team last season has been released by owner Reinig. Speculation runs on who will manage next year with Reinig declining to discuss baseball matters. Among applicants is former Winnipeg Manager Herror of the Northern Copper Country league.
In New Haven Conn unable to seat many undergraduates for the Yale Harvard game spurs renewed push for a concrete stadium. Alumni Weekly backs the plan and a graduate corporation may fund it with bonds. Yale’s current stand seats 32000 while about 50000 tickets were requested.
A humorous observation notes that a man who stays home in the evenings signals he endures worn slippers his wife allows him to wear, with the heels worn down.
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