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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1923
Page
9
The article notes a wave of Wah Jongg fever in La Grosse as holidays approach, with poker and rummy sidelined. It discusses origins and social reception, mentioning figures and local reactions while highlighting broader cultural curiosity about the game.
Fragmented OCR text details new prescription books received by Clark Perry. Diverse garbled phrases mention authors or editors, various names, and disjoint items, but the central note is the arrival of new prescription books at a Clark Perry location.
A long, imperfect reminiscence recalls Walrus era letters, New York life, and Civil War era politics. The writer laments urban change, praises the riverfront and architecture, and contrasts city comfort with country peace while noting social and economic tensions.
A chaotic scene at a dry cleaning shop reveals valuables and oddments tucked in garments. Detectors describe pockets holding false teeth and trinkets while staff discuss finds and a haul of personal items left in clothing. Police later report a burglary case linked to suspects from Wisconsin and Minnesota.
An apparent newspaper shopper’s notice describes women’s hosiery varieties, preferences shifting toward silk and sheer silk-topped stockings. It notes stock from hosiery departments, steady sales of sport and under-hose blends, and ongoing promotions as winter progresses with emphasis on quality and color.
A South Dakota petition supports Johnson as an Independent candidate for president in the Republican primary. The effort, linked to California Senator, faces opposition from party factions. The action reflects tensions over party lines and the finalization of the primary ballot in South Dakota.
The report notes Wilson at 67 on Friday, with a quiet routine interrupted by ten celebration events and varied daily activities. It mentions a teacher president opening the day and ongoing programs, including rest periods and social rides into the Oley area, with references to recent months.
A blaze in the Pecos region forces evacuations as four residents flee to safety. Firefighters report spread toward Mount Simai with efforts focused on containment and protecting structures. Authorities estimate damages and immediate threats yet to be fully assessed.
Racine Wisconsin January 3 19 will mark the fiftieth anniversary of Calvin W Starbuck's long tenure with The Journal Printing Company as editor and leader. The profile traces his Ohio roots Cincinnati Civil War era influences and the Racine plant's evolution from a small local operation to a major regional newspaper with a modern press and 10000 circulation. He is remembered for fair dealing firm policies and paying employees in cash, transforming the business culture and steering civic minded journalism.
A curious feature of La Crosse life is how ancient small cars end up in sport model forms or fade away. Reporters learn some cars are kept by fire departments or parked in memories, while others become delivery trucks or yard junk.
County records show leap day births are rare with only five babies recorded as born on February 28 since 1942 and no births on February 29 in 192. The 1920s entries include Ruth Inez Lovey and others, while 1892 had no leap day births. County residents ponder whether leap day births will ever be regular, urging families to celebrate those unique birthdays.
The resignation of Charles Day from the Shipping Board was effective at the pleasure of the president and announced after Senate committee resistance. Lee on Me, Burley's position unclear amid the reshuffle and anticipated policy shifts.
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