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La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1960

Page

18

Killer Knew Victims in Madison Stabbing and Beating

A Madison man sought as a robber killed Mrs. Hazel Williams, 50, stabbing her 40 times in a vacant east side house. He also beat her 78-year-old mother, Mrs. Frances Gallagher, who is hospitalized. Gallagher identified a dark-haired man about 35 to 40, who fled with $150.

Madison Hazel Williams Thomas Nee Ings

Christmas Wish Heals Hearts of Black River Falls Boy

Tommy Halverson a four year old from Black River Falls underwent a heart operation on November 4. He resisted another hospital visit claiming Santa could not find him in Madison. He had previously returned there November 26 to December 14 for fluid buildup after valve surgery. His condition worsened again this week with rapid weight gain. His greatest wish for Christmas is to go home.

Tommy Halverson Black River Tommy

Grizzly Bear’s Million-Year North American Journey

The grizzly bear has inhabited North America for roughly a million years, marking a long residence that spans ancient ecosystems, migrations, and ecological roles across the continent. This deep history highlights the species’ adaptation and survival through dramatic climatic shifts.

North America

Forger Sought In Connection With Slaying

Milwaukee authorities hunted a woman forger in the death of 86 year old Martha Heide found in her East Side room. The medical examiner said suffocation with a gag caused the death and bruises were minor. A previously convicted forger linked to the victim was to be questioned.

Milwaukee Martha Heide Miss Heide Harold Breier

Religious cards rise in popularity as Christmas theme

New York AP reports that peace on earth messages top Christmas card trends with religious motifs accounting for about 750 million cards. Madonnas lead designs at 18 percent, followed by manger scenes and cherubs, as firms push authentic art reproductions.

New York Bethlehem Stephen Q. Shanno The Greeting Card Association Shannon

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