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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
8
London reports British boot and footwear supply strained as England furnishes most boots for allied troops. Government orders for winter include 9,000,000 feet of upper leather for Cossack boots and 7,000,000 feet for soldier footwear, forcing procurement from all available leather on the market.
A carnival era quip attributed to O Leary suggests a wary view of cheerful faces that hide worn-out words. The saying implies distrust of appearances and warns against judging by smiles alone.
Forest London December 1 By Mail. Exiled Austrian parliament member Masaryk, in London, argues that only invading Germany across the Rhine will defeat the central powers. He says Germany will fight to the last man, and that control of Ruhr and northern factories must be seized. Germany’s allies will fight to the end, and revolution at home is unlikely.
A traveling writer in the southern mountains seeks information on a cabin to stay the night. A wary local warns that Tom is quick to react to strangers, suspicious of talk, and may use force if provoked. The traveler is urged to stop at To's cabin and not pass through unseen.
City Treasurer GEO W YOUNG announces the 1916 tax roll is open for payment at La Crosse City Hall through February 28 1917. Taxpayers should bring lot and land descriptions to avoid errors. office hours are 8 30 am to 12 pm and 1 30 to 5 pm.
A short reflection praises doing small tasks well as a path to broader good. It notes how consistent, careful effort builds trust and progress in everyday life and community projects. The tone urges patience and steady work over grand promises.
Private Raymond Hoage, 22, of Lansing and Michigan Field Artillery, a 1915 Michigan Aggies football star, died of pneumonia in a field hospital near El Paso. In ten days three Michigan brigade soldiers died from pneumonia, linked to tent stoves overheating and chills. Medical officers warned against overheating tents.
A quoted exchange reveals Henry Weill joking about owning a new car while the neighbor’s boy notes his father bought a chauffeur to drive it. The line captures early automotive social habits.
Berlin via Sayville December 20 and the Press Bureau said the Lusitania medal circulating in Germany was privately minted in Munich. Only 180 copies were sold by December 1, with 75 sent abroad. London reports alleging nation wide coining were denied.
The Western Canadian battalion mascot named Kitch digs a self made dugout to endure winter on the front. He settles under shellfire, then surfaces briefly before returning to sleep through the cold months.
In the orchard at Jack's home a prized apple tree held especially fine fruit saved for special occasions. One day the boy was found there by his father and casually claimed he had climbed up to cool off, masking a moment of temptation.
State Fire Marshal urges householders to prevent holiday fires from decorations and candles. Advice covers light, inflammable decor, electric and gas hazards, smoking rules in stores, tree setup and immediate removal after Christmas to avoid January fires.
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