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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
1
The National Committee proposes a reform scheme to reduce Southern delegates to 16 percent of the total. The plan aims to reshape representation patterns and balance influence among regions amid party discussions.
An alleged head of the commissary department at Ganal Supplies is accused of large-scale profit taking from purchases. Investigators believe the official exploited procurement processes for personal gain, drawing scrutiny from authorities.
The Republican National Committee backed a reorganization plan to reduce southern representation from 33 to 16 percent in national committees. A three member subcommittee Warren Borah Hatfield was tasked to urge states to ratify the plan promptly. Panama canal official Burke faces graft accusations amid denial by Burke and secretary Garrison. Prosecutors weigh action under New York gratuities statute.
Hugo Boehm stands trial in Chicago for murdering his sweetheart Jennie Smith over alleged infidelity after he gave her 1500 dollars to furnish their home. The prosecution says he shot her when he learned she was living with another man.
Ray Harroun Jr., 10, son of famed driver Ray Harroun, was struck and killed in Indianapolis today. Initial reports misidentified Harroun as killed, triggering a sensational stir among motor enthusiasts.
President Wilson grants a Decotah Oklahoma banker J A Plumley a Christmas pardon in effect December 24 replacing a prior defaulting status, while the gift is described as a Mildon. The unusual pardon note comes as yearend clemency.
A local speaker dismisses joining the church until the Bible phrase about a wife is removed. The statement sparked debate among attendees and drew attention to interpretation of scripture in community discussions.
Peoria’s Mayor Woodruff hosted Tom Long Boat the renowned Indian runner at a dinner. He appeared at the Hippodrome where the Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine welcomed him with an ovation. Chief Rhoades presented a pearl handled revolver. Long Boat proceeds toward San Francisco on a hike for 22560 dollars.
Harold F. Schneider vaudeville actor goes on trial for the murder of Joseph H. Logue a wealthy diamond broker found slain in his McVicker theater building office during Christmas shopping period one year prior.
Records show large dividends of Western Fuel Company were filed during today's session of the conspiracy to defraud the government trial against company officials.
Acting Mayor Jennings announced discoveries at City hospital that employees stole hospital food and sold it to saloonkeepers for free lunches as an ongoing investigation proceeds.
Chicago newsman James E. Wetz known as the egg king says he has earned eighty thousand dollars in profits since prices rose to the current level and he expects to make about the same amount more before prices fall.
A special cotton report from Washington dated December 18 shows 2,201,276 tons of cottonseed crushed and 289,118 bales of linters obtained from the 1913 crop prior to December 1.
A ritual style verse recounts the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. An angelic proclamation announces the savior Christ the Lord and the heavenly chorus proclaims peace on earth and goodwill to men forever.
The municipal Christmas tree was moved from railroad yards to Burns Park and will not be erected until electrical work is completed. Commissioner Forrer called the task difficult as the tree, from swamp-adjacent ground, required three hours to haul to solid ground, then shipped to Tomah. The 41-year-old tree, once planned at forty feet, was found to be smaller yet praised as a fine, symmetrical evergreen from Rollie Vandervort's swamp forest.
In La Crosse the idea of greening with trees seems impractical for urban air and climate. The article notes that future requests could go to Mr. Vandervort, who knows what is needed and how to handle it for city planting projects.
William J. Bryan was arrested for intoxication in Camden New Jersey and sentenced to twenty days in the county jail. His home is Medford.
Minnesota announces it will not play Carlisle on the gridiron in 1914 as the board of athletics sets the football schedule.
Yesterday’s high 44 and low 20 with 9 precip. La Crosse forecast: fair tonight and Friday with slightly higher temperatures. Wisconsin: fair tonight and Friday, warmer west areas. winds northerly then variable. Minnesota: fair tonight and Friday, warmer daytime, variable winds shifting southerly. Iowa: fair tonight and Friday with variable winds.
The Music Study club asks all societies planning to sing at the Christmas Eve event to notify the committee immediately so seats and scheduling can be arranged. Mrs. R. C. Whelpley says hymnals are scarce and singers should bring carols and music from The Tribune editions to rehearsals and at Burns Park Tree on Christmas Eve.
Judge Higbee rules the late Ouden Evensen clearly intended his $25 000 estate to go to the Norwegian Lutheran church with the remainder to friends and relatives. The supreme court decision upheld the testator's intent and denied further challenges by heirs led by nephews and nieces. Attorney James Thompson of La Crosse argued for the church.
Copper miners in Calumet Michigan served an ultimatum to 12 000 striking workers warning that if they did not return to work tomorrow new jobs would be filled by imported laborers. Local business leaders formed a committee to seek an extension of the return period until the first of the year.
Lord Murray of Firbank travels to New Orleans aboard the steamship Albangarez after touring the canal zone and Central America. He is accompanied by Robert Lloyd George, son of the British chancellor of the exchequer, as part of the Pearson oil syndicate delegation.
Dec 18 report from New York states Captain Mitchell of Brown university football demands athletic board hire two coaches. The proposed hires are Tom Barry a former Brown halfback and ex Wisconsin coach, and John A Gammons Brown 98.
Robert Hilliard actor is sued for 5000 dollars by his valet William Page who alleges Hilliard beat him unmercifully. Page says the actor has an un governable temper and mistreats all employes in New Orleans on December 18.
Amos P. Wilder, consul general for four years at Shanghai and former editor of the State Journal, resigns his post due to ill health. He served as a United States official and journalist prior to his departure.
Chicago December 18 William Deering founder of the Deering Harvest company died recently at his winter home in Miami Florida and left his estate valued at more than 12 million dollars to ten members of his immediate family.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that if Peoria Illinois takes 110 percent of the New York Chicago rate, Springfield should not exceed 113 percent rather than 117 as at present. The decision tightens regional rail pricing and affects local carriers.
Diaz leaders a new revolt as Huerta faction withdraws about 4000 troops from the dictator’s side in Mexico, signaling internal power shifts and mounting instability. The move widens divisions within Huerta’s command as clashes and political jockeying unfold.
Two of Huerta's generals Gorzo and Zilezar lead the field in a bid for command as Patapa's aid is awaited. The piece notes their prominence among the Huerta loyalists and signals potential shifts in control amid the conflict.
A new independent Mexican revolutionary movement forms around Emilio Vasquez Gomez and Generals Orozco and Salazar, with 4 000 troops, claiming Zapata may join. Reports say 600 refugees arrive from Chihuahua as Villa signals a 15 000 man march on Mexico City. Zapata waits with 2 000 near the capital.
Washington reports say the administration has renewed its call for Huerta to resign were denied today and no change has occurred in the overall Mexican situation.
James C. McGill owner of the Denver baseball club continues negotiations to purchase the Indianapolis American Association franchise, as reported from Indianapolis.
Madison reports Professor J L Gillin head of the extension department says about six community institutes will be held next year. The department focuses on information and welfare programs across the state.
Washington December 18 floods and droughts will be the answer of the cold storage Warehousemen's association to charges by Representative McKellar that a cold storage combine has boosted egg prices.
William M. Whitenton, general manager of the Rock Island lines east of the Missouri, announced his resignation today, to take effect January 1.
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