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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1908
Page
6
An advertisement claims Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills provide near instant relief for headaches rheumatism neuralgia and other pains with no after effects. It urges using a tablet at onset of an attack and notes 25 doses cost 25 cents sold by druggists. testimonials from RUSSEL and HAMILTON endorse the medicine and offer first package return if not beneficial.
A sensational plot to bury Joe Daly alive in damp ground in front of the auditorium during Saengerfest week is revealed. Hypnotist Svingali plans a three day entombment with Daly in a cataleptic state, exhumed Friday. Manager Coppleberger oversees the stunt as part of a fundraising effort.
Parents urged to have pupils study at least two hours daily outside school. Lena Heidemann’s findings show average 45 minutes daily, sparking faculty appeals for parental help to boost out of class study. Debating societies skipped last night so students could hear the presidential speech at the auditorium. Bryan and Taft spoke via phonograph to the students, drawing a large crowd despite initial disappointment.
Sheriff Clancy and deputies surround a Calhoun house after a long search finds no George Smith. A shot wounds the deputy on arm and cheek, prompting action to protect Mrs Grabow and a girl. District Attorney Muckelstone joins a cautious posse as enraged citizens threaten violence outside the dark residence.
Madison dispatch reports a La Follette group meeting to prepare for next week's Republican state committee session to draft a platform elect a state chairman and strengthen organization. Senator Morris of La Crosse is said to be urged to attend though he is not present. Rumor spread that an anti Stephenson candidate could face Edmonds for the chairmanship with Morris preferred.
The Tribune quotes Senator Morris explaining he was invited to a La Follette group meeting like other members. He says he knew only the routine leading up to the state central committee gathering and that his court appearance today required him to decline attendance.
Congressman Richard Bartholdt of Missouri read Andrew Carnegie's letter before the Interparliamentary union noting Emperor William has power to abolish war. The message drew applause along with a telegram from the emperor thanking delegates and expressing hope the conference will help preserve world peace.
Sylvester Nevins of the Tribune reportorial staff underwent an appendectomy at La Crosse hospital at noon today and was resting easily this afternoon.
Washington report notes Foraker’s past ties to Standard Oil amid accusations of favoritism toward railroads. Archbold and Hearst letters are read in Columbus as part of ongoing controversy. The issue centers on foraker’s perceived influence and earlier payments or certificates from prominent figures.
Two privates Wm N Nolan and Stambaugh escaped Camp Esch Wednesday but were caught in Wolf's freight house at the Milwaukee depot in Sparta by Marshal Holmes and Deputy Goodman. Nolan had previously deserted a coast artillery unit and both men face court martial for desertion. Battery A Michigan will conduct target practice with new 3 inch field guns. Captain Chas M Bunker heads to Fort Sheridan before nine months at Fort Riley.
Local fair officers announce the Inter state fair will open next week with Secretary S Van Auken relocating to fair grounds. Entries exceed last year across events and side shows, space tightness prompts plans to line the pike from the grand stand. Exhibits filled including home manufacture in most areas, north wing to host an art exhibit, and a polished grounds and track prepared for races and improved fencing.
New York September 19 final decree sought in Mrs. Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt divorce case as last stage of proceedings advances with filing of final decree application.
Cincinnati and Columbus dispatches outline a public records dispute over Foraker’s ties to Standard Oil. They note no attorney of record for the company and allege Archbold’s influence shaped state affairs, with Price denying prior contact with Foraker on bills targeting oil firms.
London reports that a parliamentary committee chaired by Earl Rosebery recommends widening elective representation in the House of Lords. The panel argues expansion is needed to meet modern government demands and implies the hereditary element may be endangered.
Dr Joe, medicine man of the Wisconsin Winneba, denies reports his young squaw left him for another Winnebago buck. He says he took out a marriage license long ago, traveled west for herbs, and rejected the desertion rumors when contacted in Trempealeau.
John Gianutie of 1203 Badger Street was stricken with paralysis in his back yard early today. He called his wife, was brought inside, and a doctor was summoned. Doctors expect he will probably recover.
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