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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1921
Page
6
The mine union pledges to aid Kansas strikers amid ongoing labor disputes. State guards monitor the coal fields as authorities move to stamp out unrest while workers face wage and policy tensions in Colorade.
Secretary of War Weeks urged conscription if war arises, proposing universal mobilization for all males from 18 to 60. He argued conscription would mobilize manpower and industrial output, saying wartime needs justify mandatory service.
Prairie de Cutts Wis Campion College defeats Platteville School of Mines by a clear margin. The game featured standout performances from campus athletes and a notable postgame statement from a player involved in a disciplinary case at the university.
The Central A. A. U registration committee is examining charges of professionalism against Jole Kay of the Illinois Athletic club Loren Mur Shison of the tri color eta and Toe and Frank Loomis of the Chicago Athletic association. Additional athletes with title trips east will also be investigated. The committee also studies and awards indoor and outdoor championships. Pay hy announced his retirement from the der paths.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss India as the burning heart of Asia and a birthplace of many religions. The text mentions Courstent faiths, Asian origins, and population hints with garbled figures and incomplete names. The excerpt lacks coherent facts or dates.
The article compares glacier movement rates, noting the Mer de Glace and other Alpine glaciers move at 1 to 2 inches per day while some move more slowly. It also mentions faster streams in the Alps and Greenland’s Unornivik glacier reportedly travels about 88 feet daily, illustrating wide variations in glacier dynamics.
A Racine man voices opposition to rising tariffs on silk products. The piece discusses impacts on trade, industry, and consumer prices, noting fears of broader economic strain and calls for policy review.
A man identified as Were Thorman was arrested in connection with an alleged fur swindle. Authorities describe a complex scheme involving hotels, shipments, and multiple parties as they pursue missing funds and recovered furs. The case ties to a broader network of alleged deceit across several regions.
The report covers savings deposits in five midwestern states showing a modest uptick. Figures from federal data indicate total deposits rose slightly, with Wiscon in and Minnesota among the notable contributors. The release notes the shift in household savings during December and outlines implications for banks and employment.
In a tense exchange the two boxers discussed a longer contest, with Ruff asserting confidence in a extended bout against Moore. The remarks pointed to a potential rematch or subsequent bout as promoters weigh the best path forward.
In a crowded sale scene a woman foiled a pickpocket as the thief targeted patrons. The incident disrupted the auction, with bystanders reacting and police later tracing the suspect. No further injuries reported.
Fragmented text describes a potential deal or negotiation, mentioning a demand and related political or military context. The readable portions reference a shore or sea setting, ships, and a general sense of formal discussion, with several garbled terms and unclear specifics.
Fragmentary report outlines the Kirby case involving Mrs. Mattie Kirby and the trial date. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but reference to a jury act and a court schedule appears, with a Friday date and an indictment or hearing term forthcoming.
Fragmented obituary style note details Ledoux requesting arrest of individuals who signed a four power treaty. Mentions fear, safety, and alleged actions by signatories. Describes blurred names and places, with focus on authority and ongoing inquiry.
A local Boy Scouts drive aims to repair and distribute toys to four children in need. The effort involves volunteers explaining the program and coordinating with area centers to collect salvageable items.
A garbled report outlines forthcoming action on the SkiAll indictment before Christmas. It mentions U. Cy Tad Varnes as chief counsel, names local figures, and notes defense and prosecutorial moves amid a town meeting context, with references to Pine Antic and related parties.
A Chicago newspaper reports on Premier Briand proposing an Allied commission to assume administration amid ongoing security concerns. The piece notes police and investigators tracing a fugitive network, mentioning Tommy O Connor and possible connections to robberies and raids. Local sheriffs seek public tips on any further sightings or related crimes.
The article details planetary motions including Mercury Venus Mars Jupiter and Saturn with listings of slightly varied times and durations for their movements. It notes 2A and 24 figures as part of a calendar or observational table and references a 4 hour and 28 second interval.
A Ukrainian inventor is cited as responsible for a discovery that promises to simplify wireless technology. The project reportedly hinges on a new form of surface antennae capable of emitting directed signals, reducing the need for large installations and potentially enabling broader adoption of advanced communications.
A garbled report notes a surge in births of Negro children in southern states, with references to regional trends and unclear figures. The fragment mentions Misael Sata and an AME Gy TNT ho TSO, but the text is incomplete and hard to interpret.
Davenport police report a wounded bandit identified as Mr. Hamilton died Saturday after a confrontation that left two suspects at large. The incident occurred when officers opened fire as the duo fled a warned location, ending a tense pursuit. Authorities continue to investigate the case and search for the second suspect.
An executive board meeting of the Tiartigningstein horticultural society elected Frederick Grunefield of Migdisen as secretary and named several exhibitors and members including Wis Ph. 1 Sheena Badgerton Joseph Santana Litorsis Wed Platten Cyvenn 7 0 ML ownsend and Farin La Grosse at Madison.
Mrs Manna Umphrey died December 16 at the home of her son by 416 Avon Street aged 79. Survived by daughter Mrs Stella Righardsen of Milwaukee son L Umahrey of 35 Avon Street a grandson and seven grandchildren. Funeral services at the home on Avon Street Sunday afternoon with Rev Marionison officiating. Interment at One Trove Cemetery.
Poor young women who fled La Crosse wearing overalls were detained in Eau Claire and later held in Black River Falls. Ililda Andersen and several others, aged 20 to 29, were arrested while attempting to heat their way toward Ironton. Police traced their route by trains through St. Croix and Green Bay areas and moved them along to Call Claire, Camp Douglas, and Dark to Call Claire where they were held.
A Milwaukee salesman collapsed and died Friday evening while en route to a meeting. The man, aged about 50, left a widow and several children. Police are investigating the odd sequence of events and mentions of a bitter family dispute.
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