27 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1921
Page
1
A sprawling report details tumult in the Wisconsin assembly as labor disputes, party factions, and state governance collide. It notes bills, hearings, and protests shaping policy on labor rights, taxation, and infrastructure with key figures and places such as Milwaukee, Madison, and the state capitol involved. The piece outlines legislative maneuvers, public sentiment, and potential outcomes for workers and businesses.
A 17 year old, in a staggered confession to reporters, described stealing bonds valued at 772000 from Northern Trust. He recounted traveling from Bloomington to Naperville, Aurora, Joliet, and Braidwood before boarding trains toward Bloomington, claiming he kept most bonds and spent 100 on cash, while evading investigators.
Congress pressed toward adjournment with key measures advancing. The immigration bill was sent to the president after a brief clash over limits to be phased in after next April. The substitute would cap entrants at three percent of the 1910 census, excluding Japan China Canada and Latin American nations. The tariff issue dominated House business as debate continued on emergency tariffs and defense measures.
La Crosse oldest vaudeville house Bijou will close its doors for good in a deal separating the Cooper Amusement Company from La Crosse Theaters Company. Cooper buys half interest. Bijou to be redeveloped into mercantile space. Other theaters will operate separately under Cooper and La Crosse Theaters.
The report notes Judge Landis declined to be quoted after William Dalton’s reference. Dalton’s arrest details unfold as his mother Nora Dalton suffers a serious condition from the news. A Chicago broker’s office transaction tied to missing funds is described along with Dalton’s journey and arrest near Heyworth.
Heyworth village constable John Draper who arrested William Dalton and recovered most of 772 dollars in Liberty bonds may receive a 26000 reward if he proves eligibility. Northern Trust officials noted 23000 for recovery and 16000 for the arrest, with Dalton awaiting transfer after being captured in Heyworth.
Eugene Lingsey, 24, of Sco, and Harold G. Steven, of this town, served with the naval air group. They were killed Saturday afternoon when the plane they were piloting crashed to the ground.
Wisconsin judge imposes a year at hard labor for a man named Warley Martin 24 after he deserts his wife and child. The court remarks on the desire to be behind prison walls as a deterrent and punishment.
The General Fire-Proofing Company and its Trustgow Steel unit announce wage reductions effective March 1, reducing hourly rates by 49 cents from 3.80 to 3.31. The move affects plants in Youngstown and surrounding area as part of a broader pay scale cut.
A large gathering of practicing lawyers attended the meeting called by dean Hurroughs to gauge sentiment on the vacant Western District of Wisconsin judgeship. John McConnell won unanimous support on the formal ballot. informal ballots showed he led all other candidates. Attendees listed include Andrew Lees, Otto Bosshard, Thomas Morris, Frank Winter, George Isinge, and many others.
In St Augustine Denby and Theodore Roosevelt Jr are named to lead the Navy in the Harding administration. Denby pledges to keep the naval power at full readiness and to pursue the ongoing capital construction program. Roosevelt will serve as Under Secretary, with policy aimed at sustaining current building until a broader arms reduction agreement can be reached.
Penobscot women begin action to gain voting rights in tribal elections. They send suffrage colors to a totem pole and hail the idea of a female sachem as chief. Attorney General Shaw confirms state neutrality while recognizing tribal suffrage as a domestic adjustment issue.
Miss Anna Collins, shorthand teacher, ordered five girls to wash off supposed beauty spots on their cheeks at La Crease High. Other teachers reportedly support the move and will extend the campaign to all girl students on Monday.
Reports from official circles say Esch will probably be offered a seat on the Interstate Commerce Commission after inauguration. Despite no formal tender yet, Wisconsin factions expect his appointment, with four vacancies on the expanded eleven-member body and prior Wilson appointees未 ratified.
Oliver Brevick fights Milton town supervisors over opening a 20 acre landlocked farm access. In circuit court Brevick seeks to convert a private lane past his land into a public road to reach the highway. Attorneys for the town and Brevick testified as the case advances.
In New York after a 17 day sleep illness, Lours Silovitz was declared dead by doctors. A Jewish undertaker and elders watched the body, rallying when moving eyes and a sigh suggested life. Attendants debated the finality, delaying funeral until Sunday.
Central American tension erupts as Panama’s Belisario Porras proclaims war on Costa Rica while planning to assert dictatorial powers. United States arms support sought. Colombian and local forces warned against escalation amid press censorship and international diplomacy concerns.
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