Wisconsin conservation commission okays Dairyland dam on Flambeau River
Bids for the general construction contract of the Dairyland hydroelectric plant at the Flambeau River near Ladysmith will be received at the La Crosse office on Monday August 30. John P. Makkett Jr. announced the plan and the board will award the contract after reviewing bids. Three bids were submitted from L G Arnold Construction Co Eau Claire and La Crosse Dredging Co. for dock and coal storage work at Alma steam plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin Conservation Commission
Dairyland Power Cooperative
Flambeau River
Ladysmith
la Crosse
John P. Mackett Jr
Madgett
Flambeau
Wisconsin
Michigan
Minnisola
Daimand
Alms
Alma
Wis
L. G. Arnold Construction Co
Eau Claire
Hur
la Crosse Dredging Co
Ac Se Madgett Exane
Petrel's Worldwide Flight Ends at South Perth Zoo
A railway worker named Robert Beattis hooked a seabird while fishing near Perth. The wandering bird, tagged by British scientists at Signy Island, flew 5000 miles over the South Pole or twice that via Kerguelen before ending its journey at the South Perth zoo. A note on Savings Bonds followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Australia
Robert Beattis
Signy Island
South Orks
Alesse
South Pole
Kerguelen Island
Wisconsin highway subsidies boost local road funds
Wisconsin local highway departments receive extra state subsidies for roads, with $5.48 million added this year beyond the standard budget. The League of Municipalities and County Boards pushed for the allowance to keep Wisconsin’s road system intact amid rising costs and a $36 million base highway budget. The bonus includes $86,011 for La Crosse County and reflects a shift to cover receipts over the stated budget by 60 percent to aid cities villages towns and counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Wisconsin County Boards Association
League of Wisconsin Municipalities
la Crosse County
State Highway Commission
League of Municipalities
County Boards Association
A. J. Thelen
Association
English in Philippines presidents speeches and English use
Manila reports that President Quirino delivers speeches in English and is translated into local dialects unless in northern Luzon. Huk leader and congressman Luis Tarue also writes outlines in English, explaining he thinks better in English due to his education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Epidio Quirino
Luzon
Luis Tarue
Hukbalabap
Cena Oth
Lions and tigers share color and hair distribution traits
The text notes that the difference between lions and tigers is mainly color and hair distribution. It also states that the two species can interbreed.
Prague paper refutes rumor of beer shortage impact
The Miada Fronta newspaper publicly recognizes and denies rumors that Czechoslovakia suffered engogo due to expanger. It explains Czech has been weaker and that beer percentages have been intentionally lowered as part of policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prague
Miada Fronta
Czechoslovakia
Expanger
Fat meal or strong beer sparks diet debate in paper
The paper quotes a discussion about tradeoffs between fats and beer quality. It questions whether a weaker beer is acceptable if fats are secured, contrasting the value of a fat meal against a robust beverage.
Keale Bear Diet Prefers Specific Eucalyptus Leaves
The keale bear eats only eucalyptus leaves and selects among a few tree species. This selective diet highlights its specialized foraging behavior and reliance on particular flora in its habitat.
Wisconsin AAA Reports Abundant Vacation Accommodations
The Wisconsin division of the American Automobile Association says ample lodging is available for the vacation season across the state. Fishing is above average and expected to rise with cooler weather, with housekeeping cottages and lodge rooms ready at approved establishments upon request through affiliated clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
American Automobile Association
AAA
National Touring Bureau
Motor Club
Stuart B. Wright
Old Glory Flag Shown With 24 Stars in Salem Museum
A U S flag bearing 24 stars, created after Missouri became the 24th state, is on display at a Salem Massachusetts museum. The exhibit highlights the Union’s expansion and the flag’s historical significance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Mass
Missouri
Union
State Health Officer Warns on Pork Borne Trichinosis
State Health Officer Carl N Neupert warns that at least 20 percent of Americans may have contracted trichinosis from undercooked pork. He notes the parasite originated in the 19th century and stresses thorough cooking, warns against feeding hogs raw garbage, and urges rat control at hog feeding sites to reduce infection risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl N. Neupert
Nuepert
Watchdog Buddy Peels Bananas for Pay at Cleveland Warehouse
Real Banana Hound Buddy, a white English setter, guards C. Commelia's produce warehouse in Cleveland. For five years he has earned his pay in bananas, peeled by habit after the owners stopped peeling them. Now seven years old, he gets six bananas a day plus pork chops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
Buddy
C. Commelia’s, Inc
Cammella
Dog Shoots Hunter in Middleton Squirrel Hunt
Ed Pew was shot in the hip when his dog knocked his propped gun from a tree during a squirrel hunt in Middleton Missouri. The incident occurred as the dog moved the gun to discharge. Pew sought medical attention after the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middleton
Ed Pew
Pew
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tiny Super Market
South Sixth Street
Salem Bakery
Rinso
Mason
Alaska
Sockeye
Kraft’s
Crisco
California
Elberta
Jabal
Campbell Road
George Street
Jane Powell
Robert Stack
Elizabeth Taylor
Judy
Wallace Beery
Carmen Miranda
Xavier Cugat
Rivoli
Highway Department
Tribune Madison
Philippines
Morton
IGA
IGA Spices
Jar
Snider
Toma Catsup
Steve
Sally May Beauty
van Camp
Westfield Maid
Washington
Lug
Thompson
Colorado
Campbell
City Stores
Ome
Brownsville
Caledonia
Minn
Chaseburg
Coon Valley
Houston
LA Crescent
LA Farge
Stoddard
Tomah
Warrens, Wis
Dog
Hunter
Swift
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!