28 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1921
Page
1
A French Island resident died from severe burns after gasoline exploded during a attempting rescue in a river. One of the daughters aided in the rescue as bystanders and authorities investigate the incident and determine the cause and sequence of events.
A historical notice reports that the Niagara Power Company has been granted a fifty year license. The brief item notes the licensing authority and the prolonged permit term affecting regional power operations.
In Washington, Champ Clark, the Democratic leader, was described by attending physicians as seriously ill after a relapse. The former speaker, recovering from pleural infection and related complications, showed some earlier improvement but worsened Sunday night. The medical trio stated the condition remains serious and requires continued care.
A fatal accident near Cochranes crossing left Mr and Mrs George Popper Baardsen and their infant child dead after a car was struck by a train. The victims, visiting relatives, were from Newark and were en route home when the collision occurred as the auto crossed the tracks in rainy conditions. The coroner removed the bodies to Cochran for funeral arrangements.
U S court rules Kentucky special tax on liquors and bonded warehouses invalid. The decision nullifies existing collections and affects state revenue measures. Authorities contend the ruling impacts Hullsurs in faxes and related procedures, with implications for statewide liquor regulation.
The article outlines Harding’s stance on ending the war and shaping postwar peace with Germany. It notes proposals for congress drafted by Knox, limits on entangling alliances, and calls for an international conference to codify law and foster peaceful relations. It also reports Harding’s travel to Marion for farewell ceremonies and describes his travel preparations and reception.
The Wisconsin led suit asking to limit interstate rail rate control reached the U S Supreme Court with states and railways joining as parties. Briefs were filed by state and railway representatives and full argument is expected later in the week as the court proceeds with its calendar.
La Grosse man to offer amendment on Thursday as the assembly debates day inquisition measures. Fowler leads supporters amid tense session with procedural clashes and renewed calls for reform.
Madison report details open revolt among assemblymen over a tax plan and enforcement measures. Key figures Colonel Fowler and Gov. Cook face opposition as lawmakers push to curb district attorney powers and seek a general tax to cover state bills. Treasurer Henry Johnson warns that the state lacks funds to pay salaries and January bills, urging a tax and cautioning against emergency spending without revenue.
In Riga a rumor claims Soviet authorities in Petrograd were overthrown, reported Monday from the Russian capital. The dispatch cites Petrograd events as the source of the claim, with speculation about a shift in power in the capital city.
Porter Indiana coroner H O Seipel announced the Sunday railroad wreck death toll at 42. The Chesterton morgue held 36 bodies, with 15 hours after the wreck. four remained entombed and two were at a Michigan City hospital. Eighteen victims were positively identified, with names from Chesterton and Michigan City, while many others remained missing or unidentified.
Porter Indiana reports forty two bodies collected after a crash between the Michigan Central and New York Central lines at a diamond crossing. Immediate inquest not planned. many victims identified slowly due to severe injuries.
The U S court holds the Lever Food Control act illegitimate as applied in profiteering cases. Chief Justice White announces the opinion. The conviction of L Cohen grocery company of St Louis for excessive sugar profit is overturned.
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