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La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1921

Page

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Reward Offered For Information In Auto Tragedy

Police and authorities seek the killer of Snee my Hoffman and the death of George Hoffman in a Mormon Coulee road crash. A reward of $100 is offered for information leading to the arrest of the driver of a small touring car, possibly an Overland, involved in the Saturday crash that killed a father and son and injured Alice Brady in Albany. Investigations continue across La Crosse and surrounding areas as officers pursue leads and await identification of the vehicle and driver.

Roe Jamtine Tie Club 97 Nather Polten Avere la Crosse

Reckless Autoist's Vigil for Hoffman on Oates Road

George Hoffman was killed in a collision on Mormon Oates Road, with a motorist fleeing the scene before identification. Police searched for the driver as investigators pieced together the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident.

George Hoffman

Japan US Yap Island settlement reportedly agreed

The Washington conference indicates a treaty settlement with Japan over Yap Island. The agreement affirms United States rights including cable access and other control matters. Announcement of formal signing was withheld pending daily communique details.

yastinaTox D. C Associated Press Japan United States Yap Cretary Hughes Washington Witheheld Far Easig’n

Reward Offered For Information On Death Auto

One hundred dollars reward offered by the Automobile Club of Western Wisconsin for information and conviction of the driver or owner of the car that ran down and killed Mr Hoffman and his son on Mormon Coulee Road Saturday evening December tenth. L Meister secretary urges every member to assist in bringing the men to justice.

The Automobile Club of Western Wisconsin Hoffman Mormon Coulee Road L. Meister

Ireland Holds Amid Treaty Talks Amid Belfast Unrest

Reports from Dublin and Ulster describe heated exchanges over a proposed treaty while Ulster Cabinet meets. Violent clashes in Belfast spill into the streets, with casualties reported as authorities try to restore order. Leaders discuss concessions amid mounting tensions.

Dubin Bue Tower of Helin Glenda Gail Linvd George Phis Theerge Ulster Cere Belfast BLAS

Indians Buy Autos As Soon As Permits Reported

A garbled dispatch from Waseiesmiton describes Indians purchasing automobiles promptly once permits are issued. The report cites Lee and a Pakit commission, noting public and civic reactions amid unclear details and fragmented phrases about poverty and ceremonial events.

Waseiesmiton Wanda Lee Paki Comiissioner Iuade Tidee

Circuit Court Jury Delayed to January 3

A circuit court jury will report on January 3 instead of January 2. The court and court reporter prepared to convene in Manston with Judge Bg and officials directing the session. No further details available due to fragmented text.

Circuit Court Tulge Vine Teliel Bg Feo Aeker Insti Mondiy Manston Ayden

Morse Back in U S Came at Request of Attorney General

In New York a publication notes Morse’s return to the United States at the request of the Attorney General. The report mentions ongoing investigations and ties to Washington and Antopica, with reference to Torney General Daugherty and a banker named Be The. It also references a dividend action affecting investors and Northern Securities.

Morse U.S New York Sonia Ter Charius W. Aleese Duiteler Washington Antopica Miomday Torney Daugherty Northern Securities Narihery Ourities Mowley

Gunman Under Sentence to Hang December 15th

DETROIT CHIEF OF POLICE REPORTS A GET-AWAY SUNDAY AS ONE OF THREE MEN INVOLVED IN A SHOOTING CASE NEAR CHICAGO. THE TARGET, O CONNER, IS LINKED TO ANONYMOUSLY IDENTIFIED AUTOMOBILES AND UNSETTLED BYSTANDERS, WITH DETROIT POLICE ARRANGING FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS.

Etucago Detroit Chicago O'Conner

Jailbreak Drama Delays Hanging of Tommy O'Connor

Chicago reports a mass jailbreak at Cook County Jail led by Lucky Tommy O'Connor and four companions, overpowering guards and escaping with about 2000 prisoners. A patrol sweep followed as officials suspended guards, offered rewards, and investigated the dramatic break that altered plans for a pending death penalty.

Hicago Tommy O'Connor Kerman Cook ¢Ow Skere Jill Hour O'Connor Sanday Marsin Chie Fitaworris Atarney Crowe Bie Pavers Sherif Dail Strais

Artillery Sergeant A W G 1 in City Nine Months

Artillery Sergeant A W G 1, from Cane Bragg to Avon street, discharged after nine months in the city. He was treated at a hospital in October and returned home, with his parents living on Avon street.

City Serge Sioner Snelling Momlay Suerte Miller Sivers Avon Street Batlory Atth Kies Artillery Cane Bragg Santi Garatran Readview Hospital Ramer

Exports Fall While Imports Rise in November

Trade data show exports dropping to about 208.5 million while imports rose to around 212.3 million in November. The figures reflect the lowest export level for the period and a simultaneous uptick in inbound shipments during the month.

Spa Ding

Storm and Mine Siege Spurs Rail Workers Forefront

A chaotic strike at the Walker mine ends with authorities powerless as a mob storms the mine. Women rally nearby as cars and trains halt, and miners resist removal. Police and deputies face a charged, violent scene with cars damaged and workers held in place amid the unrest.

Viviani Returns to France on Wednesday Dec 31

Dazed dispatches note Viviani returns to France Wednesday with British delegation plans tied to December 31. The Britons will sail for Paris, with Arment conforoned and Sir Aleks Gedilos referenced as Britain's international contact. The conference aims to address distress and diplomacy ahead of year end meetings.

Viviani France Avarstiington Hild Dresser Bance Ullis Iier Brivdid Stein Paris Wontecher Awit Maine Krenel Delogition Anout Ritisi Aveklind Gedilos Britain Intatasndoy Olowphy

Deaf mute Tommey Aiken jailed twenty days

A garbled 19th century OCR item reports Tommey Aiken of Denver being jailed for twenty days for begging in the east, with confusion over names and places. The passage mentions police and sheriffs, amid unclear details of charges and confinement.

Tommey Aamleip

Popocatepetl Eruption Signals Major Outbreak Risk

The Poopo or Popocatepetl eruption near Mexico City prompts warnings of a serious outbreak. Smoke and ash plume from the summit reaches two miles high while villages within 40 miles are evacuated or deserted for weeks. Reports indicate rising violence and epidemic concerns in the region.

Mneenico Gles Raleana Obrégon Chapulteper Tapansteyer Cal Maplion

LIFE OR PROTECTION IN LA CROSSE HIGHWAY SAFETY

A letter from Mrs Emil Olson of the 21st Ward argues that careless driving on the Mormon Coulee Highway endangers pedestrians and residents. She urges more police presence, sidewalks, and better protection for travelers, noting a fatal accident Saturday and past crashes. She questions city funding and officials' commitment to citizen safety.

la Crosse Emil Olson

Man Slain Wife in Winneshiek County Home

In Winneshiek Iowa a man named Alois with his wife were shot at their residence near Frankville. The husband was found injured in custody after a shot was fired. Authorities report no motive or solid evidence yet linking a suspect. investigation ongoing.

Winneshiek Iowa Alois Walkie Taea Cal Vain Emild Monceka Lue Lheote

Mystic Workers Meeting Address By Mayor Bentley

Mayor A A Bentley will depart Monday for Chinen to deliver an address before the Mystic Workers lodges in the Chlenza district meeting on Tuesday evening. The occasion gathers all Mystic Workers lodges for a joint session.

A. A. Bentley Mystic Workers’ Meeting Chinen Crete

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