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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
4
In Green Bay Wisconsin on October 23 the Chicago White Sox beat a picked Green Bay team 8 to 2. Fiene and Altrock pitched for the Sox while Vance worked for Green Bay. The Sox will travel to Manitowoc to play the season finale.
New Haven report notes nearly 100 Yale students applied to vote but only 19 were granted the right. The remainder were excluded by strict rules demanding a year's residence and proof of self-support.
New York reports show Frank J. Farrell refuting claims that Ban Johnson or others oppose signing George H. Stallings to manage the Highlanders next season. Farrell states Stallings has not signed yet but may, and that no opposition exists in the American League and no foundation to allegations against President Johnson.
Irvine announces American style watches with fully interchangeable parts and low prices. Ladies watches in small sizes with gun metal or silver cases from 3.75 to 6.00 dollars and men’s watches in gun metal silver or metal cases from 2.50 to 4.00 dollars. Fully warranted designs and value at 429 Main Street.
Freight rules take effect November 1 across western trunk lines. Packages under carload must be plainly marked with consignee, station, city and state. Unmarked freight will be rated higher. If two towns share a name, country must be shown. Shippers urged to post these rules for reference.
An advertisement extols Latin skin powder as meeting every exacting taste with four available tints. It highlights variety and quality, touting a product aimed at refined users seeking skin tone options.
The Arctic Ice and Fuel company has been granted permission to pave in front of the ice houses and office, with ground prepared and the first course laid. Limestone paving will allow heavy loads to be moved from the ice houses, reducing mud with two-team hauls. Mr. Jenks expects completion before freezing. Meanwhile La Crosse Gas & Electric starts laying gas pipes on Island Street from Mill Street to the alley.
Thursday evening passenger train No 3 on the Milwaukee pulled into Spaulding where flesh clung to the engine pilot and a dead man was found two miles east of town. The unidentified middle aged man was fairly well dressed and could not be identified by locals.
From San Francisco dated October 23, reports show Japan’s cities lavish in receptions for the fleet while finance ministers and business leaders face a desperate mood due to the country’s financial downturn.
A brief dialogue from the Washington Herald features a humorous exchange about local soil and corn, with line exchanges about tall crops and the need for a dwarf variety to control it. The snippet reflects a light, regional mood and characteristic newspaper voice.
A Washington Herald quote highlights a father who has raised his children in a traditional manner and whose offspring seek his guidance, illustrating enduring family values.
A home face wash recipe using Eppotone with Rose Water and Cologne Spirits promises a clear soft complexion for fall and winter. The method involves dissolving Eppotone in hot water, cooling, then adding rose water and Cologne Spirits for daily use. It claims to be harmless and undetectable, preventing chaos and roughness.
The Dean restaurant opens to the public at 1202 Caledonia street. Local residents Ernest Schmoot and others return to work after injuries and travels. Choir practice at St. John's school hall. Several residents travel to Chicago Brownsville Minneapolis and Spokane for visits and events. A missionary meeting at North Presbyterian Church, with Mrs Yehle of West Salem giving a lecture.
The New York Tribune reports an order stopping U S government clerks from practicing medicine dentistry law architecture or other professions after hours to boost income. Clerks may not engage in any outside business that requires personal attention while on government duty.
An advertisement narrative mocks fat fashion rules and promotes Marmola Prescription Tablets as a harmless, economical aid to weight loss. It claims one tablet after meals and at night will lead to a slimmer figure with little effort, urging readers to buy from druggists or the Marmola Company in Detroit, Michigan.
A large audience attended the Franklin club weekly debate on the issue Resolved that the democratic platform is preferable to the republican platform. The affirmative led by P. W. Mahoney and Prof. Schubert won unanimously over W. E. Barber and Otto Bosshard with Senator Morris assisting the negative. The discussion highlighted past republican actions but did not present merits of their platform. Paul W. Mahoney read a poem The Dinner Pail is Empty, but the tax is on the Tin.
In Sparta Wisconsin on October 23 a large crowd attended a Republican gathering at the armory to hear congress candidate John J. Esch. Esch’s two hour speech drew praise for his oratory and salient points, with attendees predicting votes on election day. Howard Teasdale opened the meeting and lauded Esch as Sparta's favorite son and noted his progressive congressional record.
Special correspondent William B. Ridgely argues for a national central bank of issue and rediscount owned and managed jointly by banks and the government, to work with other banks and the U S treasury. He notes growing support for this solution, especially in the west.
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