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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1935
Page
6
Haile Selassies troops prepare for deployment to Italy amid solemn appeals and strategic calls. Reports describe disciplined marches, leadership speeches, and Allied coordination as the Empire readies forces for anticipated combat on the European front.
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In a national debate on federal authority, discussions center on whether Congress and the President can regulate all commerce and steer industry and agriculture under a centralized plan. The Supreme Court has rejected key New Deal arguments, leaving Roosevelt with limited powers and a breathing space to craft policy within constitutional bounds.
An interview with George Weyerhaeuser recounts his kidnapping by six men in a tan sedan and a gray Buick. He describes being driven without shouting, signing multiple documents, and learning the abductors’ names as reporters and photographers crowded nearby at Tacoma.
A kidnapping survivor recounts being treated well by three men in a car near Aberdeen. He says one man lifted him and warned he was too valuable to hurt, noting another car with policemen was involved and that no threats were made beyond that episode.
Three hundred Monroe County students gathered in Tomah for the annual rural commencement program. The event opened with a county chorus concert led by soprano Rosemary Rieber from Indian Creek. Salutatory by Lawrence Johnson and after noon address by Judas Graas followed by band music. Valedictory by Jtovelda Artz. Mrs. Severson presented diplomas and medals for five years of perfect attendance.
Miss Mary MacKechnie of Hillsboro, UW student, earned a graduate scholarship to Columbia University and the Edna Kerngood Glickman award for top senior contribution. She presided as Crucible president at Swing Out and earned Phi Beta Kappa. She will join 20 students for Columbia graduate work in New York. Her parents are Dr. and Mrs. R. S. MacKechnie. Over 600 people attended Hillsboro High School to honor 35 graduates in the 1935 senior class.
La Crosse State Teachers College holds its 26th annual baccalaureate in the college auditorium this afternoon. The grand march begins at 2 p.m. with 142 seniors processing in. Rev. H. R. Kinley directs the fanoration and Rev. A. J. Niebruegge gives the main address. Ruch Radate, class of 1985, will sing, the college orchestra and a mixed quartet perform, and the audience joins in Tyke's hymn Holy Holy Holy. A large group of parents and friends attend from La Crosse and beyond, with the auditorium decorated with flowers and wreaths.
The New York Stock Exchange states it has not considered or contemplated any action regarding the Securities and Exchange Act of 1954. The message, attributed to a NYSE official, was released in response to a press conference by Charles B. Gay.
Wade C. S. F. chief administrator of Superior Central High School for 22 years died suddenly in Superior, Wisconsin. The longtime principal, known for his dedication to students and community, leaves a lasting impact on the district and local education.
The 1905 graduating class held a reception and ball Saturday night in the La Crosse State Teachers College gymnasium attended by seniors, faculty, alumni, and friends. The reception committee included Mrs. Josephine Bangsberg, Mr. George M. Snodgrass, David C. Coate, and Bowman Walden. Andy Anderson’s orchestra provided the music, and decorations enhanced the event. The originally planned banquet was canceled due to conflicts. Baccalaureate services were held this afternoon and the college commencement is scheduled for next Thursday.
Washington farm bloc congressmen voted to send a committee to seek presidential approval for the Frazier Lemke bill to refinance farm mortgages at one and a half percent interest with 3 billion dollars in new currency. The plan aims to force House action after being reported favorably by the Agricultural Committee but blocked by administration leaders. Representative Lemke urged signatures for a petition to compel a vote, and a five member committee was appointed to pursue non signers.
Berlin police raided the offices of the Catholic Union for Relief and Cultural Help on Saturday as reports circulated that Pope Pius would be asked by German bishops to halt foreign currency smuggling by Catholic groups. Forty four monks and nuns faced trial for violating exchange laws, with four others already in prison, and officials said new evidence linked other Catholic bodies to the smuggling. National Zeitung of Essen reported the episcopacy urged papal action to strip German convents of administrative independence and place financial oversight under bishops.
Worcester police probe a bizarre case as Stephen Liarsky, about 35, dies in city hospital after a black widow spider bite. A postcard at his living room, dated May 5 from Los Angeles and signed R. W. Thorp, reportedly mentions a black widow spider and an infant for $5, guiding investigators.
The Chicago grain market dropped to new season lows as wheat, corn, oats and rye fell amid nervous selling spurred by Roosevelt remarks on crop controls. Wheat slid to 81 3/4 cents for July, while corn and other grains followed suit. A mild rally later narrowed losses, with wheat finishing near 62 3/4 to 68 3/4 cents.
The 1935 graduating class of Aqui as high school will hold its baccalaureate services at St. Seton’s Cathedral on Sunday at 6 o’clock Mass. Radi o co meet in the cinema.
The Rev. R. Harold Gee, pastor of the Sparta Methodist church, will leave Sunday evening for England to visit his mother and youth scenes. He sails from New York on the Aquitania June 6, journeys via Chicago and Washington, D. C., with visiting ministers covering June. July brings union services at the Congregational church and outdoor community meetings. The opening meeting of the ses sions union meetings will be at the courthouse square with Rev. Joseph Stump Jr. delivering the address. The Sparta high school band will play and Dr. Spencer D. Beebe will be platform leader. In case of bad weather, services move to the Methodist church. At Camp McCoy military reservation, artillery training begins June 15 and runs to Aug 17 with CCC workers stationed there. Trespassing warnings apply. injury or damage on ranges is at personal risk.
A Commerce Department advisory report urges modifying the Wheeler Rayburn bill to abolish public utility holding companies. Supporters predict Senate passage next week, with expectations of a gradual abolition by 1942. The report criticizes several bill aspects while noting regional reorganization or dissolution for large holding companies.
Marriage news reports Olive Mathys of Arcadia marrying Walter Bean of Waverly Ta with families and neighbors. local house leasing by Alec Alexander of Dora Munson. visits by Erickson Crum and Arnison families from La Crescent La Crosse Retreat and nearby towns. several local relatives join gatherings near Retreat.
Lawmakers face effort to reduce or eliminate nuisance taxes including a one cent per gallon gasoline tax projected to yield about 185 million dollars in the year ending June 20. Other levies include lubricating oil tax 25.2 million, auto and motorcycle tax about 31.4 million, electrical energy 392.8 million, telecommunications 20.96 million, tires and tubes 20.06 million, cosmetics 10.48 million.
A garbled La Crosse theater column recounts anecdotes of mistaken identity and oddball pranks. An elderly visitor claims a nonemployee Otto Krueger works for the company, while a tavern patron jokes over a dime whiskey. The piece also links birthday joys at a children’s home, playful quips about pompadours, and light notes on local life and community humor.
Pythian and Pythian Sister lodges of La Crosse unite in memorial services on Sunday June 9. Gathering at 1 90 p.m. at John P Linton Castle hall then proceed to Oak Grove cemetery for final rites. Attendees include Hamilton John Pp Linton North Star and Gateway Lodges with families and friends. Officers and committees listed for the program.
Country Club women golfers at La Crosse Country Club plan a busy season with two 18 hole flights in a Ted Smith Trophy trial and a full Tuesday program. Prizes reward handicap reductions each month while events include two ball mixed foursomes mother son and mother daughter matches and seasonal dress up and cross country tournaments.
London reports say Prime Minister Ramsey MacDonald and his entire cabinet will resign, handed to King George next Friday as Parliament rises for Whitsuntide. Stanley Baldwin expected to be summoned as the new prime minister with cabinet names released upon taking office when Parliament resumes June 17.
Mrs Lena M Laedeke of Rock Island died at home and is survived by two sons Marcus and Robert Laedeke two daughters Mrs RB V Fieming of Davenport and Mrs Ben Conrad of Cincinnati a brother Sever Knutson of La Crosse and two sisters in La Crosse Funeral services were held in Rock Island on Wednesday J W Shelby died in Mitchell South Dakota survived by wife three children sister and brother Funeral services set for Mitchell Tuesday Ellan Ryan Nash 90 died after a lingering illness in a local hospital She leaves three nephews James William and Reverend Mark O Conner Funeral services Monday at 8 30 in Hellwig Morris chapel and 9 at St Marys Catholic Church with Monsignor Robert B Cooden officiating Burial in Catholic Cemetery Rosary Sunday at 7 30 PM
A clipped editor recounts a name mix up in New copy when "Ben jay" Van Loon was changed to Benjamin. Benny becomes Berka and Beaks As Semnthing is noted as the book proceeds. The fragment hints at editorial disputes over proper names in a rubber mills strike context.
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