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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1908
Page
2
An Essentials column extols a health product as a world widely approved family laxative. It highlights Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a trustworthy remedy, manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. and sold by leading druggists.
Pittsburg plans a December 29 athletic meet in the exposition hall under the American Athletic Union. Most Americans who competed in the London Olympiad are expected to attend. James H. Thompson promotes the event and has word of strong A A U backing and encouragement for other clubs to avoid conflicting dates.
In a hot National League game yesterday the Pirates defeated the Giants as Mathewson was described as humbled. In American League action Chicago edged Philadelphia 2–0 while Cleveland outscored New York 5–3 and Boston beat Detroit 4–3. St Louis shut out Washington 5–0. In the NL Pittsburgh won 2–1 over New York and Cincinnati crushed Boston 8–5. Brooklyn defeated St Louis 8–3 while Chicago and Philadelphia split a 3–3 and 1–2 result.
Philadelphia faces Chicago and Boston meets Detroit while New York plays Cleveland Washington visits St. Louis Chicago hosts New York and Cincinnati battles Philadelphia Pittsburg visits Brooklyn with St. Louis at Boston on the schedule.
New York Giants pitcher Mathewson was opposed by Willis of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Willis allowed two hits to the Giants while Pittsburgh collected three off Mathewson. A pivotal moment came in the third when Herzog appeared safe at first on a disputed call. Gibson followed with a two base hit as Wilson advanced to third.
Since 1900 the Wisconsin Telephone Company has added over 10 000 miles to its state toll lines, rising from 15 000 to over 27 000 miles. In seven years alone enough wire to reach from Milwaukee to Manila has been installed, illustrating how telephones have become integral to business and social life from orders and sales to legal actions.
In a tense game, Pittsburg edges New York 2 to 1 after a late scoring sequence. Devlin is hit by a pitch and scored on McCormick’s two bagger, keeping the Giants from tying the game.
In a ragged contest Ber ger stars for Cleveland and the Naps defeat New York 5 to 3 to seize first place. Score shows New York 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 and Cleveland 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 5. Other games noted: Detroit 3 Boston 4, Chicago 2 Philadelphia 0, St. Louis 5 Washington 6.
The note advertises Doerflinger's inviting readers to meet friends this week. It touts free parcel and grip check, a tasty lunch at the Café net, and urges customers to use every privilege and advantage offered by the modern department store.
The Athletes beat Galesville 5 to 3 in ten innings to claim Western Wisconsin title. Errors in the ninth tied the game at 3, but Weis and Mueller sparked a tenth inning rally, Evenson driving in two with a double. Galesville had four hits and catcher Barlow provided solid defense for Galesville.
Daily rail service announced on the Chicago and North Western Railway linking Omaha and Sioux City with Huron Aberdeen and Oakes. Direct connections extend to all points in North Dakota northern Minnesota and the Canadian northwest. Inquiries to any railway agent in Chicago and North Western Ry.
Boston Sept. 22 Dennis Sullivan star outfielder of the Boston Americans has been sold outright to the Cleveland team. The sale will take effect immediately due to Sullivan’s weak hitting and Cleveland gains a left handed hitter with potential value.
An enduring advertisement claims Hay's Ellair Health restores gray hair to natural color and beauty, prevents hair loss, keeps hair soft and glossy, and offers a free care book. It markets 1.00 and 0.50 dollar bottles, with a 2 cent book offer from Philo Hey Spec. Co. Newark New Jersey.
Sir Thomas Lipton told Hearst News service he stands ready to issue another challenge for the America’s Cup at a moment’s notice if he receives any indication the New York Yacht Club committee would favorably consider it. He said lifting the cup is his life long ambition and he would spend his last sixpence to achieve it. He would act immediately if the committee shows a way they can accept.
Batting great Nelson announces he will dictate the story of his life to a stenographer for a publishing firm. The project aims to print his life alongside those of other notable men as a literary monument to Hegewisch. He heads to Chicago this week for further theater engagements.
Mr Max Bratz is home from Wabasha for a few days. Mr Chas Church and four children of Trempealeau Wisconsin spent Sunday in the village calling on old friends. Mr Jim Selilo of Hendricks Minnesota is visiting his sister Mrs Jennie Nagle. Mrs Clarence Wilson and Mrs ...
Seigfert of Dakota spent Thursday with Mrs. F J Willard. Mrs. Belle Gates returned from Genoa Wisconsin and La Crescent Minnesota. The O E S admitted two members after which supper was served. The death of Mrs Marshall Cox on Thursday at noon cast gloom. funeral held at 10 a m Saturday with Undertaker Burke of Winona. Nancy Gates was born January 11 1872 near McGregor Iowa. she married Marshall Cox in Woonsocket South Carolina.
Reminds readers that Chamberlain's remedy treats pains from colic cramps cholera morbus and diarrhoea. Advises keeping a bottle at hand during fruit season when such ailments are common and recommends the product as unmatched.
In Ashland Wisconsin the jury in the $15 calf case against the railroad failed to reach a verdict after more than twenty four hours of deliberation. Mrs. Hemington alleged the Duluth South Shore and Atlantic line breached a five wire fence allowing a calf to roam onto the tracks and be killed. Jurors including George W. Depp and Harry Warner reportedly gained insights from livestock questions during the trial.
A garbled line suggests CornDELIA i Gold Medal Flour is advertised as cheapest though the text is unclear. The brief hints at price competition and product labeling, with stray phrases about sacks and leaves.
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