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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1908
Page
4
River traffic could ease a car shortage as waterways are explored to move goods and reduce reliance on limited vehicle supply. Officials consider river routes, barge shipments, and regulation adjustments to expand transport options and lower costs.
The American Lumberman reports mill points from north and south warn of serious car shortages at the start of the grain movement. The car efficiency committee notes bad order cars rose over five percent monthly, hindering not only grain but all trade, with lumber heavily affected amid rising building permits.
Monday Judge Brindley granted a special permit to Charles Jollivette and Miss Dora Maynard, and they were married at 8 o'clock Monday evening.
The article hints at a composer facing pardon for perceived arrogance or showy behavior. It notes public reaction and potential legal or social consequences within the cultural scene.
The steam shovel finished its work on the new yards and will be moved. Crews lay steel with about 100 workers, building a yard nearly a half mile long with 12 tracks in sections. Completion is expected within a month at a cost near 65000 dollars, eliminating switching at the crossing as the fall rush begins.
President Roosevelt aims to have conservation laws advanced by Congress after leaving the White House. An inventory of U S natural resources is being compiled by multiple federal agencies led by Gifford Pinchot. Henry Gannett will coordinate returns as the full commission plans a December meeting in Washington with governors present.
North side sportsmen enjoyed clear weather yesterday morning as they hunted for ducks. Many bags reported with some ducks still present despite prior hunting pressure. Wood ducks appeared in notable numbers signaling a plentiful season ahead.
Mr E M Tufts leaves on the C B & Q for Franklin Ind where he will wed Miss Myrtle M Powell at 8 pm at her sister’s home. Afterward the couple will visit Boston then return to La Crosse around Sept 15 or 16. Tufts is auditor for the La Crosse Water Power Co with many friends.
Free drawings daily at Doerflinger's at 10 and 11 am and 5 4 and 5 pm with a free present at each drawing. Local residents report visits and trips including Mrs A Campbellick and family from Dubuque and Mrs E M Healy from Minneapolis. Several residents plan trips to Minnesota State Fair and other nearby destinations.
A planned endurance run across the continent and return is set to start from New York on July 4, 1909. Nine cars, four American and four foreign makes, have entered with more expected, as routes are surveyed and rules prepared to ensure a strict, all‑day testing regimen for stock chassis with four‑man crews and observers.
Governors Frear Hawaii Hog gatt Alaska Willson Kentucky Guild Massachusetts Warner Michigan Johnson Minnesota Green North Carolina Harris Ohio Post Porto Rico Brooks Wyoming express intent to attend a national conservation gathering. The meeting will review an inventory report and deliberate recommendations to Congress with President Roosevelt guiding the effort.
Wenzel Sistek a retired blacksmith died last evening at his home 1035 Green Bay Street after a short illness. He was 60 years old born in Bohemia March 19 1884 came to America in 1861. He married in 1874 and moved to this city where he resided. Survived by a widow five daughters and one son. Funeral from residence Friday at 2 30 p m Rev Gamm will conduct services and interment at Catholic cemetery.
A young man brings his female relatives to call on his betrothed thinking to gain approval. In truth the visit aims to see if she approves of them, revealing family dynamics and expectations around engagement.
The Davis Medary Platz firm reports the building loss at three to four thousand dollars, insured, with stock loss smaller than first estimated. The fire damaged the roof from water. Contractors Mitchell and Schwalbe will estimate repairs. operations and staff are unchanged. Insurance covers part locally and in other cities. adjusters will assess the damaged stock soon.
The quotation notes girls adjusting stockings for any planned activity and even during prayer, reflecting social expectations about attire and modesty in daily life.
A hapless airship chauffeur discovers the ascent ends in a fall as the craft drifts downward toward disappointment. The incident underscores the risky balance of height and control in early air travel.
Hawley in the box draws strong turnout as 25 000 seats seem assured for the league game today. Bues out, Bond at third, Roy Eberle at second, Harmon a Pretzel ace opposed Hawley in a bid to extend a Pinks win streak.
A dialogue scene shows a sergeant-major challenging Private Smith after the private cites Captain Graham’s orders to walk across the grass. The sergeant-major demands the captain’s verbal orders, insisting only officers and non-commissioned officers may use the area.
The Black River water level falls daily making navigation hazardous. Launch owners on the North Side fear inability to reach the North Shore without a seasoned navigator. Government dredging plans face delays, risking postponement to next spring if action isn’t taken soon.
A morning wedding of Kaluza and partner took place on the North Side. After the ceremony the couple traveled to their home and planned a brief honeymoon in Milwaukee before returning to Twelfth and Division to host friends.
George W. Wehausen was officially appointed city electrical inspector this morning and begins duties immediately. He was born in La and educated in social schools, with further studies in electrical engineering, succeeding Joe Killien who had held the post since R. S. Martin’s resignation.
A provincial visitor tours London by bus and mispronounces landmark names. The driver ably corrects as they pass the Old Bailey, the Houses of Parliament, and Westminster Abbey, noting the hangings and the lawmaking history in a playful exchange.
A boy looks over a lake and asks what fish he sees. His father explains it is a school of German carp and ties the idea to German lessons in a playful moment.
Readable snippets show a heated exchange referencing a Wisconsin official and a gun policy topic. The dialogue suggests political maneuvering and a challenge to state governance, with fragments indicating pressure to perform or deliver on a stance.
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