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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
6
After removing food from pots and kettles, soak them in water with a tablespoon of Gold Dust washing powder per gallon. Let soak while washing dishes, then rinse with clean suds. For stubborn food, use pot rings to remove residue.
No. 2 156 reports a former burglar in prison bragging of seven years for stealing a gold cup prize in a race that proved to be merely gold. No. 2 157 notes a former company promoter admitting he was the man who supplied the cup.
At Waukon Iowa the Allamakee county fair drew 8000 visitors as races and attractions drew crowds. Waukon beat Postville 3 to 0 behind Fuelling and Nieman in a sharp defense while Schultr held Postville to three hits. Waukon, coached by E. E. Beeman, aims for a victory against Lansing on the fair’s final day.
Oyster Bay New York September 18 President Roosevelt greeted villagers as secret service men detained Charles Kursman leading businessman of Oyster Bay his party sought to approach the president Women with him cried Two hundred spectators gathered then James Stone head of the secret service intervened and Kursman was escorted to the president who received him cordially Kursman vowed to sue for an apology after alleging deliberate insult by the agents.
London reports indicate General Charles Edward Luard committed suicide after rising accusations that he killed his wife Mrs Luard whose body was found in August. The coroner had adjourned the case and Luard reportedly left a note before throwing himself before a Southeast railway train near West Farleigh.
Fire in the basement of the Swift Packing cold storage building in St. Joseph, Missouri caused 60,000 dollars in damage and threatened the entire plant at 2 am. Forty firemen and plant workers were overcome. all are out of danger except two firefighters.
Miss Helen Maloney daughter of Martin Maloney of Philadelphia was granted a final decree annulling her marriage to Arthur Herbert Osborne of New York City. The decree was issued by Justice Gerard in the supreme court on the attorney’s application.
The Omaha shooting victim is William Green of Los Angeles, son of Dr. Green. He drew a revolver upon bartender W. F. Burns in a saloon, and Burns fired from under the bar, killing Green.
The report notes a serious charge by Mr. Bryan against Taft supporters. He cited W. C. Haskell, then in Washington, and claimed Monett made these explanations in speeches across Oklahoma during a recent campaign.
Senator Gore plans a major appearance in La Crosse with Mrs Gore. The event includes a public address at 8 pm, a reception with Democratic leaders, and a cross county turnout from Bangor and West Salem. Gore travels next to Superior for another speech.
James P. Graham of Newburgh New York filed a $2954.77 claim against Harry K. Thaw with Referee in Bankruptcy W R Blair. Thaw disputes the claim and a suit is pending in Orange county New York. The original bill was $7460.77 with $4500 said paid.
Berlin reports Emperor William ordered the German embassy in Washington to convey personal condolence to Lieut. T. E. Selfridge’s family. He also expressed hope Orville Wright would continue his experiments despite the injury.
New York September 18 Postmaster General George Von L Meyer denounces Bryan plan to guarantee national bank deposits as unsafe and endorses postal savings banks to protect wage earners and moderate earners. He warns guarantees would invite risky lending and demoralize bankers, favoring rich interests over labor.
In St. Petersburg on September 18 a 24 hour period ended at noon recorded 305 cholera cases and 115 deaths. The city’s municipal administrations face sharp criticism for alleged criminal inefficiency in epidemic response and in preparing hospitals ambulances and sanitary services.
Vernon county fair ends with a record La Crosse day crowd of at least 6000, the largest in ten years, amid an accident free, successful week. West Salem beat La Farge 8 to 4 in baseball, Viroqua won 2 to 0 over Westby, and racers including Guy Cayton competed as crowds flocked to the grounds in Viroqua Wisconsin.
Milwaukee dispatch reports S A Cook denying he ever stated he would abide by the senatorial primary result. The Neenah figure says he will consult supporters and stand for justice and equal opportunity, with others noting Hatton and McGovern aides not yet bound by any pledge. Isaac Stephenson previously declined a group pledge to accept the primary outcome.
A number of membership applications were considered at the B P O Elks regular meeting last evening. No other business was discussed. A special lodge meeting will be held sometime this week to address pending matters.
The directors of the Milwaukee Road will visit after the election of officers. The directors’ special will arrive Sunday morning and operate as a second section of No. trains during their annual inspection tour.
Mrs Ida McAllen departs for Chicago tonight. Mrs James DeLacey returns from Fulton Illinois and other points. A baby girl was born to Mr and Mrs Joseph Bartl this morning.
Wallace and Ryder received a carload of 1908 corn, the first shipment to La Crosse and unusually early. The corn is thoroughly cured and ready for grinding, with hoppers to receive it tomorrow.
A brief admonition warns against forming ties with individuals who diminish one's value. The message emphasizes self respect and selective associations to avoid ongoing personal harm.
Kid Paul of Duluth, a bantam slugger, claims the northwest title and will arrive in La Crosse Monday September 21 seeking opponents up to 122 pounds. He may arrange a four round match while in town and challenges any challenger to meet him.
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