Record Crowded La Crosse Fair Exhibits Under Judging
The La Crosse Inter-State Fair opens early with youth and open exhibits judged in baking and garden categories. Wisconsin horticulturists George Klingbeil and Robert Newman note large displays, while concerns arise over entry limits and waste. Salvation Army units are mentioned in a global context.
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George Klingbeil
University of Wisconsin Horticulturist
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11 year old Colleen Schomberg Leads Junior Fair Swine
Colleen Schomberg of La Crosse wins major honors at the La Crosse Inter-State Fair junior swine show. She takes champion Berkshire boar and gilt, champion Hampshire boar, and the junior showmanship contest, presenting a family tradition amid 195 pigs shown. Alan Labus of West Salem wins champion crossbred barrow. Robert Gollnick of Bangor is reserve champion.
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David Hauser
Onalaska
Robert Vick
Poland
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Chester
Albert Becker
Holmen
Widow of India Viceroy Dies in Auto Crash
The Dowager Marchioness of Linlithgow aged 78 died in Kingston England from injuries after a car accident. Her husband served as viceroy of India from 1936 to 1943 and died in 1952.
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Carnival Boss Sees Shift to Rides Over Sideshows at La Crosse Fair
William T. Collins owner of the William T. Collins Shows notes a turning point in the carnival business at the La Crosse Inter-State Fair. He says sideshows and girlie shows are fading as rides gain popularity. New attractions include the Hi-Ball ride 75 feet high and the Travant from France, plus seven kiddie rides and a double octopus. Collins also promotes two family tent shows the Monkey Speedway and Wall of Death and a Hofbrau fun house requiring three semi trailers to set up.
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