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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1908
Page
6
A home remedy recipe advertises a blend of Compound Tincture of Cinchona Prosene Compound and Sherry Wine to be mixed and taken before meals and at bedtime. The note claims it will relieve severe dyspepsia and cure any curable stomach disorder and is available at low cost from druggists.
Five thousand people homeless as seven die and hundreds missing amid heavy rains and rising rivers in Oklahoma Texas southwestern Missouri and southern Kansas. Rescue boats search flood districts while miles of railroad tracks wash out and traffic stalls. Farmers face enormous losses despite potential insurance or aid.
John Lewis a 17 year old and Pearl Smith a 16 year old central figures in a sensational elopement arrived in Decatur Illinois and were jailed after an attempt to obtain a marriage license. The affair included the theft of the Smith family watchdog a hot pursuit and a knock down fight with the girl's relatives. Putnam Smith the girl's father is expected to arrive and will charge Lewis with abduction.
The session in the extradition fight over Christian Rudovitz, charged with murder, features evidence from Jan Pouren case records proving a Russian revolution exists. Lonzius Gorous testifies to tsarist approval of two bills, while counsel seeks contempt against Jurow for denying names of revolution helpers. Commissioner Foote bars disclosure. judge Bethea to hear contempt motion.
Joseph Sievert was sentenced to 30 days in county jail for a drinking sprees scheme labeled throwing fits. He and a partner hunted saloons by staging fits at doors to trigger bartenders into serving whiskey and fled to another saloon, accumulating a unlawful haul before police caught Sievert. he claimed the name Joseph Meyers in court.
A man benefits from rising early as he can be there to meet the early morning kicker, aligning with planned routines and starting the day prepared.
Positive guarantee on Rexall Orderlies promises a free remedy if not cured. Claims avoid laxatives, tone nerves and muscles of the bowels, and suit children. Advertises two sizes 25c and 10c from O. T. Erhart at 431 Main Street.
The municipal court committee meets next week at the courthouse to decide work to be handled by a new municipal court. The county board favored establishing a municipal court over a juvenile court and aims to fix its jurisdiction and report recommendations to the board. Lawyers back the plan for faster trials, noting current cases linger for months.
Legal testimony details the orderly absorption of assets by Standard Oil interests. Archbold describes trusteeship as a simple, economical way to oversee assets across states, with stock in 70 plus smaller corporations representing the core control. The narrative follows transfers from Acme Oil to Atlantic Refining and the fate of several subsidiaries, noting station controls across Indiana, California, and other regions.
Charles E. Davis goes on trial in Omaha for the murder of Dr. Frederick Rustin, with state not seeking the death penalty. Mrs. Abbie Rice, key witness, accuses Davis and details a suspected "death by own action" pact involving Rustin and Rice. Jury selection proceeds with a large, influential panel, and opening statements outline alibi defenses and extensive witness plans.
Mrs E E Bentley lies in a critical condition with kidney disease complications. Doctors say she cannot be expected to survive the day as her illness overwhelms her.
Paris reports Mme Steinheil will undergo a hard police examination tomorrow. Authorities say they possess strong damaging evidence likely to compel a confession. The two men suspected will not be arrested tonight.
T A Mullen of the state employment bureau says La Crosse has far more unemployed men than available positions. He urges factory and wholesale growth to provide steady, winter work, noting most jobs are small and girls and boys are the current focus. Last week’s placements totaled 19 males and 12 females across trades and domestic work.
Judge J. J. Fruit, previously confined at his home with a severe cold, was able to be out today signaling a return to routine duties. The report notes his improving health and continuation of official responsibilities.
District court records show Davis released on $7,000 bond in custody of his brother. One critical link in the evidence remains unfound after thorough searches of the Austin home and surrounding area, a point the defense is expected to emphasize at trial.
William Kosbab tried to enter Matilda Schmidt’s bedroom on November 27 claim. Schmidt obtained a warrant. Kosbab pleaded not guilty and was declared not guilty by Judge Leonora Kleeber. Schmidt denied earlier baby-in-store charge and disputed judge’s remark.
City Clerk Josephege reports 1908 tax levy totaling 38487487 dollars including a 4 mill tax for the system. Special assessment taxes total 26332 77 dollars covering aging, weeds, sidewalk snow removal, sidewalk certificates and sewer certificates.
The Teachers' and Parents' association will hold an evening meeting on December 11. Profab Eliot of Madison will deliver a address at the event.
Miss Rose Betz married Horat Scaft Thanksgiving morning at Rockland in Rev Horth’s residence. Attendants included Edith Scafe and T Betz. A wedding supper followed. The couple will reside in Rockland.
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