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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1920
Page
4
The article recalls a long history of famous players emerging from local schools and teams since 1895, highlighting early footballs and notable athletes. It notes the development under local high schools and committees, with mentions of coaches and the evolving strength of football programs through decades.
The article chronicles La Crosse area football history from early schoolyard days through the 1910s, highlighting standout players such as Keeler, Miller, Dittman, and Bunge. It notes college careers at Wisconsin, Minnesota, Notre Dame, and Army, and profiles long-time coach and booster Prof. Warry Spence.
In Honolulu a swimmer set a new record surpassing his prior mark. The event drew attention from locals and reporters noting the rising talent. The sparsely readable OCR mentions a 1 1 Warwillan 5 in the Obymp record and an income tax reference, but the primary readable fact is the new record by a Hawaiian swimmer in Honolulu.
A long, fragmented list of names associated with La Crosse area hotels appears, naming numerous individuals and families across Wisconsin Minnesota and Illinois. The roster includes interracial and cross-state travelers and staff labeled with various towns like Madison Westby River Falls Tomah and Milwaukee, reflecting a broad guest and employee directory from the era.
In Moline Illinois the baseball directors applaud Earl Mark's performance as they invite him to return next season. Connie expresses pleasure at the display, noting the family ties and the positive reception of his play.
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