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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1923
Page
1
A conference plans to draft a new tax bill amid uncertain support from Governor and opposition from Blaine. Senate discussions focus on using the Daht Bill as a basis while assembly debates hint at political maneuvering and potential amendments.
Widespread flooding across Kansas and nearby states leaves five reported dead, thousands displaced, and millions in property damage. Torrential rains overflowed rivers and sewers, inundating towns including Winfield and Arkansas City while rescue and relief efforts mobilize.
Ismet Inonu, head of the Turkish delegation, formally notified in Paris that Turkey will pay interest on its debt in paper francs or equivalent, after full consideration. France has pressed for compliance under terms of the notes, with many bonds held by French nationals.
Chicago Milwaukee and Sr Tank railroad maintenance of way workers and laborers gain wage raises from free rent an hour to ten dollars a month. Announcement stated a June 15 effective date and noted the impact on Milwaukee labor.
Two government delegates and a general returned to the Paotzuku camp after negotiations with Paotzuku bandits seeking the release of captive foreigners. Negotiations were to finish by Sunday night with a Monday release expected.
The city plans a school census this week targeting youths four to twenty years old, whether in school or not. T. W. Fitzman returns as census taker to tally population for apportionment and to identify disabled residents for rehabilitation efforts. The state requires listing handicapped individuals to estimate needed services and locate applicable programs. Local households are urged to cooperate for accurate, swift completion.
The Australian loan issue of 2.4 billion pounds sterling attracted heavy demand as banks opened. J P Morgan and Company reported strong investor interest with the issuance quickly oversubscribed before noon. The Bank of England had arranged the float and market reception signaled broad support for the issue.
Governor Blaine signs a bill making it unlawful for any city or village to observe daylight time other than standard time. The measure takes effect immediately and lacks penalties for noncompliance. The act targets local observances amid debate on time standards. MORRISSES NAMED TO WALWORTH BENCH in Madison Wisconsin reports: Edward Morrissey appointed to Walworth County judge seat following Judge Lyon's death.
Revolt in Sofia leads to the ousting of premier Stamboulisky as a new regime headed by Professor Alexander Zankoff seeks to avoid bloodshed while pledging to honor peace terms. Armored cars patrol outskirts. Bulgarian capital quiet amidst fearful talk of potential civil conflict and renewed pro-German sentiment.
Madison Wis Associated Press reports Senator H J Severson of Iola led insurgents calling for a senate inquiry into fears and activities described as Montgorican charges. They seek a broad probe reaching state department heads and officials, citing Moran disappearance and alleged Tammany Hall tactics in Wisconsin.
President Harding and his party visited Delaware aboard the Mayflower and Langley cruiser. The trip went smoothly until a handcar ride at Lewes pier when a cable strung across the dock struck a Secret Service man’s hand and narrowly missing the president as he ducked his head.
Washington report on court approval of par clearance by Federal Reserve banks in Georgia and Virginia. Justice Brandeis says Congress did not compel par collection for all checks. banks may oppose par clearance though federal courts upheld the practice in Georgia and Richmond cases. The ruling affirms federal court decisions and reverses a North Carolina state court ruling.
New York report says an aviator flying over the Bronx circled a burning tenement and sounded his loud siren. Neighbors summoned help and firefighters arrived to extinguish the blaze. Loss estimated at about $110,000.
The county court house will be closed all day Tuesday for the annual county officials picnic. The event for officials, families, and friends will be at the county agricultural school grounds in Onalaska.
The river steamer Harry G. Drees docked at the foot of Main Street at 11 40 Sunday night, 11 hours and 1 minute behind schedule. It paused in Winona for supplies before continuing to St Paul, with arrival delayed and the return trip scheduled for today.
In Chicago a man, Theofore Mart, faced with a quarrel, was compelled to donate blood at a hospital to save his wife Martha Marty. Despite intent to harm, he volunteered a pint then a half to aid her operation, and doctors reported she would live.
Clarence Dipr Kee, former county treasury official, pleaded guilty to embezzling 4000 dollars from county funds. Circuit Judge George O. Hriseall fined him 500 dollars, released him on four years probation, with restitution to the bonding company to cover the shortfall.
Tinder Oatley was arrested by Officer McGrath on a fatal date for theft of a $1,500 diamond ring and turned over to Chicago officer Anthony Gentile, then returned to Chicago Saturday night after matching a description. William Mayo of Rochester received an honorary Doctor of Laws from McGillinity. Grain exports last week were 4,019,000 bushels, down from 4,917,000 the prior week.
Paris reports the French government ready to discuss the Ruhr dispute with the Allies and Germany. Lord Curzon may inform Berlin of France’s willingness to negotiate, aiming to secure a pledge to end passive resistance and pursue an international conference if Germany agrees. France remains firm on its conditions for any settlement. In Berlin, authorities note continued friction and delays in a broader accord.
Washington letter from a 15 member interdenominational commission urged U S action on Near East questions. They called for just settlements for refugees and improvement of conditions in the region. The plea was presented to President Harding by church leaders seeking U S intervention.
Governor Al Smith of New York reiterated in Chicago that he will not be a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination next year. He said he is en route to French Lick, Indiana, for a rest.
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