Wartime Policy Debates Shape United States Budget
The article discusses disarmament, civilian needs, and tax raises as Congress debates wartime policy. It notes President Ford facing soldier pay issues, calls for immediate compensation to disabled veterans, and potential new taxes to fund postwar costs. International talks in London aim to unite North and South, with Sinn Fein and Irish talks shaping the peace process. The piece highlights political tensions, public finance, and the push for a durable national settlement.
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Brad Sear
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Misquoted on Report of Graft at Ellis Island
Immigration Commissioner Frederick A. Wallis says reports of graft at Ellis Island are misquoted. He calls the graft claim small and not widespread, adds that employees as a whole should be honest and true.
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Declan
Rattatilis Island
Public Benefactor Admits He's An Embezzler
AUSTIN Mina reports B J Thomson, comptroller of George A Hormel & Co, admits embezzling at least 150000 to 159000. He plans to use all his property to square accounts. No legal action yet, and the company awaits next steps as trustees manage his holdings. Thomson, known locally as Oakdale Farm president, built extensive projects and charity efforts before the breach.
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Son
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Mie J Company
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Hormel Company
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Labor Day pageant to depict La Crosse history set for September
Labor Day plans for a large pageant in La Crosse and surrounding area have been finalized with a September 1 and 3 schedule. The production will feature hundreds in period costumes and scenes from early local history, with Prof. A. A. Sanford heading a committee and gathering archival material for a detailed scenario.
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Wisconsin Delegation Battles Tariff Bill In Congress
The Wisconsin delegation faces opposition in Congress as James A. Frear leads a fight against chemical tariff provisions. Criticism centers on protecting hemp and other state industries, with protests from hemp groups and manufacturers over duties and imports from Japan. Members Brown, Frear, Koonar, and others vote on the rule amid a heated debate.
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Town to be lavishly decorated for shrine ceremony
Lifrbase will host a state shrine ceremony drawing 17 000 to 20 000 visitors in La Crosse. J Sorensen chairs decorations with Gurlon Semseh, detailing Main Street from Tisbth to the river, Fourth Street from State to Pearl, and Third Street Pearl to Main. A spring and national color scheme will dominate, featuring drapes banners streamers and shrine emblems across the town.
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J. Sorensen
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Pearl
Milwaukeean Dies in Chicago While Waiting for Train
The Milwaukeean Wis president of the Troeckhefer Elevator company died in Chicago while awaiting a train to Milwaukee. Rieckhefer, 55, was found with fifteen thousand dollars in checks on his person. Officials believe heart disease caused the death.
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FL Rieckhefer
Milwaukee
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Chicasgo & North Tera
Wie Moor
League of Nations disarmament plan advances amid talks
A provisional arms commission appointed by the League of Nations moves to gather data and prepare for a broader disarmament conference. Japan weighs consent as Britain France Italy and China sequence participation while the United States notes no commitment yet.
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Japan
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Prapas
Money Needed for Kiddie Kamp Funds This Season
Community appeal to raise funds for Kiddie Kamp as Superintendent Downy seeks quick support. The camp provides outdoor water, cooking, and healthful activities for mothers and children, with estimates showing high costs per day per child.
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Frewey
Re Camp
George PB. Dower
Stosrue
Fight to Eliminate Dye Embargo From Tariff Bill Fails
Unexpected clash in the House ends when Republicans move to adjourn until Monday. Democratic leaders defend the dye embargo repeal but face a sharp challenge from the Ways and Means member Garrett of Tennessee and others. A brief five minute speech concludes without adoption as opposition stalls action.
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Seven Men Arrested in Auto Theft Ring At Interstate Fair
Police announce seven arrests connected to auto thefts amid a keen rivalry in club contests at the Interstate Fair. Officials report active committees, prize plans, and a large turnout expected as preparations proceed.
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County
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Fale
Imino
Acippi
Detroit and Minneapolis men held in interstate auto theft ring
Federal agents arrested seven Detroit and Minneapolis men on charges linked to interstate trafficking in stolen cars. A separate man was held in Minneapolis. Police say seven cars were sold in Minnesota. Arrestees include Carl from Minneapolis and others from Detroit. Smith and Miller entered pleas. one suspect reportedly confessed.
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Aml Somm
Glen Smil
Thomas Miller
Teorey
Air Mail Pilot Burned To Death In Plane Crash
A US air mail pilot, Smitty, was killed Saturday near Marcia when his plane plunged in a goose dive due to engine trouble. He was en route on a routine mail flight to Reno. Fire followed the crash, with observers noting the rapid descent and explosion.
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Road Bulletin For Motorists In Western Wisconsin
Weekly road bulletin notes conditions around La Crosse for weekend trips. Several routes including West Salem, Aemen, Galesville, Morraa, Coffee and Viroqua are described as in good condition or passable with minimal dust. Detours on Browneville road and routes to Drashach noted. contact the Auto Club secretary for updates.
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Auto Clib
Child fatally struck by mower driven by father
In Lisbon Wisconsin a hyro pear md son of Andre Lawrentee was run over by a mower driven by his father. Lawrente stated the child could not be seen in tall grass and the collision occurred before he could stop.
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Hyropear md
Andre Lawrentee
Lawrente
Leviathan May Return To Service With Shipping Board
New York reports the Shipping Board may refit the Leviathan for U S service after idle years at Hoboken pier. Estimated costs run to 12 million dollars for conversion to an oil burner and readying for sea. experts cited. Governor Le Maud Fox obituary note added from Paris dispatch.
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De Valera Secret Plan Aims for Talks With Lloyd George
Weekend arrivals in London include Ulster cabinet members and Sinn Fein figures. Discussions center on a potential meeting between Sir James Craig and Prime Minister Lloyd George, with preparations continuing for a possible Tuesday conference.
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Associated Press
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James’ Crain
Lloyd George
da Valera
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HieiUve of the Hopeful Freling Rens Wy DreMiling
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Ulm
Andrews
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London
Marquis of Londonderry
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James Craig
Lioyd George
Chere
Village Heads for Disregard of 1918 Court Order
Officers of Buhl Minn were cited into probate court to show cause why they should not be held in contempt for violating a 1918 injunction. The suit, brought by Pennsylvania firm Sheena Marmace, alleges the village overspent by 2 685 529.68 over six years, instead of the 462 720 25 allowed.
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Cillase
Buh
Shenae Jmarmace Company
Pennsylvania
Buhl
Rierage
Rain Too Late To Benefit Southern Minnesota Crops
State agriculture commissioner Mion N J Holmhesrr of Minnesota says the weekend rainfall came too late to aid oats and wheat in the south. He predicts wheat yields at 60 percent of normal and calls the corn crop splendid overall. Early potatoes are a failure while late potatoes have a fair chance.
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Mary Baker Eddy's Birth Hundredth Anniversary observed
Concord New Hampshire observers gathered at Bow to commemorate the birth of Mary Baker Eddy founder of the Christian Science church. A granite marker marks the birthplace site as survivors gathered for a pilgrim age at the former farmstead. In Duluth Minnesota coal dock activity rose with orders to move shipments inland as rail towns handle large tonnage stored on the docks and lake ships continue to move coal.
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Duluth
Minn
Doluch-Snperior
Farmer in Wisconsin dies in suicide after attempted violence
A 63 year old farmer in Rixamowood Wisconsin reportedly killed himself with a shotgun after a prior threat. An attempted intervention by a nearby farmer failed as the victim threatened to injure them. The man had previously lived in Ashland, Wisconsin and no clear motive is stated.
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