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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1920
Page
1
A lengthy editorial notes Trade World moving to reduce commitments and clear outstanding accounts as inflation and war costs reshape the economy. It cites declines in some measures, rising prices, and efforts to boost efficiency, with references to industrial wages, construction, and fiscal policy shaping the postwar outlook.
A three nation observance at Plymouth Bay marked the tercentenary of the Pilgrims landing as dignitaries from America Britain and Holland gathered. Senator Tenry Cabo Lodge delivered the oration, Governor Cullin Coolidsr presided, and Dean LeBaron BR Briggss Harvard read a poem. The event included hymns and reflections on freedom and purpose. Notables from Boston Greater Flatland New England and Alabama attended the ceremonies and a pilgrimage to Plymouth Rock followed.
A blaze at the Smith Wagon Plant on 604 North Second Street Aronday damaged the boiler room roof, with an estimated loss near $1,000. Sparks from the chimney are blamed. the alarm rang at 9 p.m. Firemen extinguished the fire within 30 minutes, with substantial damage around the boilers.
A rescue plane bound for the Adirondacks to search for a missing naval balloon caught fire after lifting off from Glens Falls early Tuesday. The aircraft was destroyed but the pilot and observer reportedly escaped unhurt despite the blaze.
Thousands will march in the parade with striking uniforms. Clubs and fraternities are urged to choose uniforms now. Prizes will be offered for best uniformed watching club and for individual costumes. Entry requires patriotism or guest status. Guests wear provided budgets. patriots wear a red button costing one dollar. Wear it visibly to avoid extra purchases.
In Youngstown Ohio the steel company announced on Tuesday plans to sell 15000 shares of common stock to employees under a monthly payment plan with yearly bonuses for five years. The price will approximate the current market value.
One hundred and thirty eight fire insurance companies suspend Mississippi business over claims of rate collusion. The aggregate policies total about 1.25 billion. The state revenue department seeks penalties of four thousand dollars daily since January 1 1908, allegedly totaling over two billion dollars. Agencies have been carried thus far to enforce payment.
Snow covers La Crosse after a December storm with six inches fallen by 10 AM. Streetcar sweepers operate as city crews clear streets. Forecasters predict a dip below zero later, with the cold wave advancing from the northwest.
Segis Pietort Je Prospect Holstein cow, co owned by Garnation Stock Farms at Seattle, completed a three year test producing 87.3541 pounds of milk and 1445.9 pounds of butter, setting a new world record. Superintendent A SC Gormley announced the achievement, surpassing California cow Tilly Alearta.
In La Crosse a call to start a Christmas Shoe Club by D C Dewey of the Rescue Mission prompts local youngsters to receive forty pairs of sturdy shoes. With snow on the ground and zero temps, many children cannot attend school or play in the cold without footwear. Readers are invited to donate any amount, to be sent to the Tribune and Leader-Press or to Mr Dewey, with only three shopping days left before Christmas.
A lengthy parliamentary report outlines the Irish Home Rule Bill awaiting the royal signature while debris and arson spread in an ambivalent Irish regional flare up. The document notes calls for tariff revision in Washington and ongoing political maneuvering over economic policy amid the Versailles treaty framework.
Washington committee of college professors and others, appointed by Paul S. Rejnsch, will establish an educational center for advanced study in the science of government and departmental administration. The panel plans to organize use of Washington facilities for political research by American and foreign students.
The Senate accepted amendments to a joint resolution directing revival of the finance board and sent the measure to the president who is expected to veto. The House trimmed liberal credit language for carriers and the Federal Reserve board, sending the bill in its original form by Senator Greana of North Dasour. If overridden, it could gain passage in both chambers despite the president’s likely objection.
A would be bandit fired on a private detective in front of Cyrus H McCormick home. Eight pennies in the sailor’s purse stopped a bullet, saving his life. the coin’s impact pierced his abdomen but the pennies absorbed the force. Police surgeon treated the wound.
Harmony Minnesota reports the sale of a farm property at 15750 dollars per acre. The deal involved Art Fel and Alpert Applen as buyers and sellers, with the two hundred acre tract transferring ownership. The transaction reflects strong land values in the region.
The bulletin reports snow across Wisconsin Minnesota and Iowa with much colder conditions tonight through Wednesday. Temperatures fall to near zero to 10 below in western areas and up to 10 above in the east. Strong easterly winds shift to northwest by Wednesday morning. Overall, cold wave conditions with subzero readings and windy patterns dominate the forecast.
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