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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1920
Page
3
A fragmentary text references Tolmy SC, a unit and aid to a national or regional effort. The characters discuss a broader goal involving truth, protection, and faith, with unclear actors and timelines. The legible parts suggest a historical or ceremonial context without concrete names or dates.
The essay argues against pursing massive battleship construction. It contends permanent peace is unlikely and emphasizes practical naval developments. It notes British naval strategy shifting from battleships to air and submarine warfare, citing World War I lessons and the rising role of aircraft.
The piece argues for maintaining or equal to rival nations' military power while criticizing wasteful, oversized equipment programs. It notes the twenty four billion dollar war cost still unpaid and urges cautious evaluation of expenditures to maximize value for the people. It questions the necessity of hastily funded machines whose value is doubted by expert opinion.
The piece critiques 92 percent of federal spending directed to war and suggests only eight cents supports education and agriculture. It notes Congress allocated fifty six thousandths of one percent to women and children and comments that big business and banks push for cuts, asking for radical changes to war appropriations to enable tax relief and prosperity.
A critical contrast is drawn between the lavish treatment of Kaiser Wilhelm in Holland and the harsh conditions faced by U S war heroes. The piece highlights ample hospital capacity for the Kaiser’s entourage and calls out bureaucratic red tape delaying care for disabled veterans, urging parity in military care.
The common council committees recommended the largest sewer project yet for La Crosse, covering the south part of the city with 1¼ miles of sewer, costing $7,100 with city share $52,000 and $45,400 to be paid by property owners, and the plan was adopted. Also noted are cattle tuberculosis testing under a new state law, the death of veteran Mark Walsey, deputy sheriff appointments, possible dredging of lakes, a planned plant by Horta Bruse company, and county actions on a Bleck river bridge and jail removal.
Hope Gordon aids her aunt in a crowded boarding house while facing bills and a longing for Jimmy Morrison. A photo of a smiling girl haunts Hope as she helps McPhee and Harrison pursue new starts. New Year hope centers on Hope and Jimmy amid housing, work, and romance in 1920.
A recipe talk covers sandwiches with crafted fillings and tomato cheese layers, plus vegetarian ideas like cream cheese with chopped toppings. The piece shifts to celebrate Richmond Hill High School student Roderick MacDonald, a 16 year old athletic standout who captains the soccer team, excels in tennis and swimming, and pursues track, despite missing an arm from an early accident.
Calvin Percival Moore battles Tom Jones in a brutal scrap as fists fly and shreds of clothing fall away. After the fight Cal is bloodied and homeward bound, his mother stunned by the chaos and the New Year’s resolutions echoing in sorrowful tones. The narrative closes with a question about the twelfth president.
In a letter to the Tribune the writer extols skating as one of the oldest sports and a strong winter health builder. He urges readers to sharpen old skates, donate unused pairs to boys or girls, and take to outdoor skating and skiing two or three times a week to stay strong and healthy.
Court circles in Athens buzz with a rumor that William Leeds, son of Princess Anastasia, may wed Princess Olga, daughter of Prince Nicholas and niece of King Constantine. The tale ties to Prince Christopher, husband of Anastasia, as families intertwine amid speculation.
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