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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1920
Page
3
Fragmentary biblical language references the Lord of Hosts and Thedaemer as holy figures. The text mentions the Holy One of Israel and the God of the whole earth being called. It appears to be a religious quotation with uncertain origin and incomplete context.
Opinion argues that American happiness masks Europe’s turmoil after the war. It warns that isolation would invite catastrophe, urging the United States to defend neutral rights and prevent a second conflict by staying engaged and vigilant.
The piece surveys archaic colonial laws hypothetically shaping early legal culture. It cites severe prohibitions on activities from horseplay to music, forced cohabitation, and harsh penalties, noting many readers may misunderstand these historic codes and their extreme consequences.
The Treasury secretary proposes cutting excess profits and luxury taxes while boosting income taxes for those under five thousand dollars by half. He and other federal heads seek larger appropriations to cover deficits from higher spending. Opponents warn the plan would tax nearly every wage earner and raise the burden on workers and families. Additional proposals include taxing gasoline per gallon.
The discussion centers on proposed new taxes including a 2 million dollar levy on candy and higherRaises for federal salaries. Critics argue the plan burdens the less capable and relies on easy targets rather than fair distribution of tax load.
In an older wartime voice the piece notes how leaders and citizens used whistling to steady nerves and lift morale. It suggests whistling spreads optimism, helping self-control amid a drifting public mood while awaiting postwar readjustment.
The report highlights Congressman M Clyde Kelly of Pennsylvania proposing a housing bill. It would raise postal savings deposits from 1000 to unlimited, pay 4 percent interest, and invest funds at 5 percent to fund home construction. The piece contrasts current banking practices with the plan and comments on political leadership.
A collage of past events notes cement plant vaults to replace wooden burial boxes, and a court house meeting adopting a new coupon ballot system with broad support. It mentions a proposed million dollar state appropriation for La Crosse normal for lab upgrades, a St Wenceslaus school dedication, typhoid fever illness of United States District Attorney Jones, a north side reading room project, a new county jail inspection and sheriff start, religious staffing changes, and a new German Democratic paper planned for La Crosse beginning January 15.
In a cold shabby eating house on Christmas morning Sally Aldrich meets a southern stranger Joel Harris. A joke about Cousin Nellie Prince leads to a shared hope for a Christmas dinner together. They rendezvous later at a restaurant, where a toast to Cousin Nellie and their new bond seals their growing trust and affection.
A fragment cites a question about Neha Galls and her first husband, with Mr Gnags recalling an evil turn. The text appears as a garbled quotation from the Birmingham Age Herald, offering little context or clear reporting.
A story about Gip the police dog who retrieves a cherished rubber ball using clever dog brainwork, followed by a reflective piece on acorns and determination. The dog scene highlights ingenuity, while the second note urges focused effort toward a clear, noble aim.
A childhood encounter with General Bazaine inspired Edward L Trudeau to value outdoor life and sunshine. As a boy he watched the general ride by on a resplendent horse and the two became friends. Trudeau believed fresh air could cure tuberculosis, a novel idea at the time.
A collection of light hearted puzzles and party tricks including a hat elastic gag to make a hat jump. Riddles ask what a boy would yell after a bear hug and why onions resemble a ringing bell. Debates propose discarding Latin in high school curricula.
Hoy Scouts of the Calumet district in Chicago stage a winter bird house building contest judged on workmanship weatherproof suitability and beauty. Entries close March 12 1821 at noon with details available from Bulletin 668 via the district secretary. An unrelated note mentions Margaret Holem a 41 year old freshman in South Bend Ind claimed as youngest freshman with a sardine packer joke closing line.
A terse recollection describes a small party attended by Lafe Bud and others in the afternoon. The writer mentions a mistaken pencil box incident and a coffee mill mishap involving Diferd Mow, with several people present and a few drinks consumed.
Health guidance explains trachoma is a contagious eye disease spreading through shared towels and touching eyes with dirty hands. It warns against home treatment, urges immediate eye specialist consultation, and notes entry restrictions for foreigners with the disease. It mentions risks in crowded settings and the importance of keeping eyes clean.
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