LA CROSSE PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION (LA CROSSE, WIS.). RECORDS, 1899-1905.   0.2 cubic feet (1 archives box)

Abstract

The La Crosse Progressive Association was a community service organization composed of businessmen.

While the materials cover the dates 1899-1905, the majority of records are dated 1901-1903. The materials are divided into correspondence, lists of names, financial records and miscellaneous. These records show the membership and activities of the association.

Acc. No. 1982-11

Processed by Nancy Steinhoff, September 1990

History

The La Crosse Progressive Association, a community service organization like a chamber of commerce, was composed of La Crosse businessmen who paid an annual $1.00 premium. A copy of their policy lists such goals as promoting and advancing the interests of La Crosse, aiding all worthy projects that accomplish this goal, and advertising advantages of La Crosse as a center for business, manufacturing and residence. This group, whose president was John C. Burns, promoted such activities as La Crosse Interstate Fair, a brass band, and a new hotel for La Crosse.

Scope and Content

The papers of the La Crosse Progressive Association are not extensive but cover the years 1899-1905 with the majority dated 1901-1903. Materials include correspondence in alphabetical order by name of correspondent; goals; agreements; subscribers; supporters; and members. Financial records include assorted invoices, checks, receipts, and ledger pages dated 1901-1902. Lastly a group of ephemeral items consists of button designs, association ribbons, and tickets with a member list for an annual dinner held April 10, 1902.