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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
5
The article discusses courtesy as essential in public service workers, noting Bell Telephone and the Wisconsin Company train operators to insist on politeness in all public dealings. It calls the telephone operator the most patient and obliging contact many people have, despite provocation to forget manners.
The Hon. Clarence A. Buskirk C S of St. Louis gave a lecture on Christian Science at the Winona opera house last evening. The audience showed strong interest in the subject which attracts many followers. Buskirk serves on the board of lectureship for the First Church of Christ Scientists in Boston and spoke under the auspices of the local Winona church.
During lunch at the Associated Press Chicago headquarters a straw poll of 200 operators on the northwest circuit showed 140 favoring Bryan and 60 for Taft. The tally reflects early support for Bryan among wire operators.
A dramatic ad urges readers to visit a drug store to obtain a free sample of Gray's Yerba Santa. It claims unmatched effectiveness for coughs and colds and invites customers to witness its magical effect and meet the renowned remedy praised as the premier cough reliever available to Americans.
Mrs. J. Costly and children return from Portland. John Reburn visiting New Albin relatives. many local residents noted with visits, operations, and illness. Miss Estelle Solon to sing with Prof. Reuter and Weiss at Y M C A hall. births, marriages, and travel plans also listed among residents and visitors.
Hundreds suffer from indigestion and related symptoms from fermentation of undigested food. Pape's Diapepsin offers quick relief by stopping fermentation within minutes, restoring appetite and comfort after meals. It urges readers to visit a pharmacist to get a 50e case and try a 22-grain Triangule.
Mr. Frank M. Vogt, a skilled harp guitarist leading a four man group, arrived yesterday and will entertain the Elks tonight from 8 30 to midnight. Tomorrow they perform at the La Crosse hotel for the 6 o'clock dinner, with Robert Klier, a virtuoso, joining the program after fifteen years of travel.
Two Republican rallies are planned for tonight at Burr Oak and Mindoro with DA Bosshard and E C Raymond at Burr Oak and James Thompson with Thomas Morris at Mindoro. Last night campaigns were held in Rockland and Campbell. Bosshard announces the Oct 26 27 schedule with speakers including B F Bryant J Thompson McConnel Doersbach and Senator Morris at Centennial hall Kabat's hall and Burns town hall.
The grand jury has returned 31 indictments at the present session. One hundred and fourteen witnesses were examined. Jurors in the case Nels Wick versus the Chicago Saint Paul Minneapolis and Omaha Railroad have been dismissed until 2 pm Monday. Judge Sanborn left for Madison to spend Sunday with his family and will return Monday.
In U S court yesterday Nels Wick vs. Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Ohio Railroad resumed. Local medical men testified as witnesses. The petit jury remainder was excused and the cases continued.
A Victorian reflection notes that almost all wives contradict their husbands when he tells a tale. She often says it wasn’t that way, which spoils the story and alters the perceived truth.
The Elks pair performed in Portage and Rockford for several days, entertaining groups that sought special music. They stayed at the La Crosse hotel, with last night’s brief engagement at the Stoddard hotel and several pieces at the Tribune office. Their program featured classical and late compositions noted for high quality.
Herman Kline pleaded guilty to passing a worthless check on Cy Snyder of La Crosse and other local businessmen. He was sentenced by Circuit Judge Fruit to two years and six months in the state penitentiary and Waupun. Taken before Judge Brindley, he had been captured in St. Paul. He is wanted in Tomah for two other spurious checks and has used multiple aliases including Herman Meyer J H Morgan and George Bresser.
The democratic rally at Onalaska drew enthusiastic turnout with about 125 voters, aided by a band. Chairman Doherty outlined the platform, urging support for the bank deposit guarantee and criticizing Republicans for not disclosing campaign contributions. A Schroders event followed with C L Hood and Professor Schubert speaking.
A reflective line stating that evaluating life’s fruitful moments calls attention to the people who prepared the path. It emphasizes gratitude toward those who laid groundwork for personal growth and renewal.
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