Settlement of Yap Question Dominates League Talks
Reports from Washington indicate the Yap island and related issues immigration land rights and Shantung return are under negotiation between the United States and Japan. The talks center on internationalizing cable privileges and settling Japanese immigration with property protections. discussions also touch on the Anglo Japanese alliance and disarmament sensitivities with American reaction wary.
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D. C
Japan
Yaphe
Shantung
China
Aid
Hughes
League of Nations
League Council Awhich
Geneva
Tipan
Shidelura
Jamapese
Siaatens
Stirling Eliminated by British Champion Wethered
Alexa Stirling of Atlanta was defeated by Swiss player Tose Wethered in the women’s championship, Wethered winning five up and four to play. The match occurred on Thursday, indicating Wethered's clear victory in the event.
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Alexa Stirling
Pontainer
Associated Press
Mss
Alexa Stirlling
Atlanta
Ameéraxin Warmin
Zolf Chan- Non
Ol Aird
Frm
S. Franch Hn Cou
Tose Wethered
Weather forecast and river forecast for regional areas
Weather outlook shows unsettled conditions with possible thunder showers and warmer temperatures across Wisconsin Minnesota and nearby areas. Friday generally fair with chances of storms in some northern portions tonight and Sunday, and a southern area warming into the day. River forecast expects no material changes in stage over the next 38 hours.
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la Crone
Conviniadeta
Wisconsin
Wilife
Will of Bishop James Schwe bach Leaves Estate To Causes Inheritance Question
The will of Bishop James Schwe bach disposing of about 25000 dollars was filed in probate today. Drawn by the bishop in 1910 on a single sheet in long hand the document names Rev John X. app and Rev A P Kremer as witnesses with Archbishop Sebastian Gebhard Messmer as executor. The bishop states relatives have been provided for and the estate is expected to go mainly to charitable institutions within the La Crosse diocese.
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James Schwebach
John Xs.app
Anisthe Iit
A. Ph. Kremer
Viehr Gener
la Grosse
Srinvebuch
la Crosse
Chief of Leather Purchases in War Named in Charges
Officials allege former army officers fixed prices for leather goods and steered surplus harness contracts to United States Harness Company of Tinusom West Virginia. Key figures include Major J G Byron and Captain Azel F Cochrane, with Georgia B Janin linked to supplier interests. Civilian leather production was capped while purchases ran high, risking billions in value and prompting possible criminal action.
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D. G
Arme
Tlow
Harding
War Department
Swith
United States Harness Company
Tinusom
Department of Justine
Contract War Limited Stakes Harness Company
By &. C. Morse
Baker
George B. Joetz
J. (. ‘Byron
Henry W. Benke
Azel FP
Cochrane
Joseph G. Byron
Williamsport
George B. Janin
Ransovwy
Cochran
Goss
Henry VW
Benke
Gol
Gort
Tse
Federation to Name Committee to Study U.S. Unemployment
A new five member committee was authorized by the American Federation of Labor convention to investigate unemployment and the possibility of congressional relief. The resolution states Congress should appropriate funds for public works in peacetime and provide work during economic panics for the unemployed.
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Federation
U. S
Golo
American Federation of
Marriage Licenses Filed at County Clerk Junction
Applications for marriage licenses were made at the joint county clerks office of Ta Crosse by Eugene B R Schwenbeck and Zita M Krothe both of La Crosse, and John J Halaska Ur and Fone gard Vols, both of Ta Crosse.
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John J. Halaska
Fonegard Vols
Ta Crosse
Eugene BR Schwenbeck
Zita Mf
Krothe
la Crasse
Tobacco Stemmers Return to Work at Lorillard Plant
About 292 tobacco stemmers employed by Lorillard Tobacco Co returned to work after a union meeting. Frank Weiss and Jabez Council led talks with manager Robert Claiborne resulting in unanimous acceptance of management’s offer. Stemmers resume Wednesday with staged tobacco quality targets and a planned committee review within a month. Factory hours set to open at 6:30 a.m.
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Lorillard Company
Frank Weiss
Trades and Jabez Council
Do Ronfer
Theanager
Robert Claiborne
Union Hall
Claiborne
Bat
Soul
Stermers
Senate plan would exempt life insurance from inheritance tax
Madison Wis to insure up to fifty thousand dollars would be exempt from inheritance tax if the assembly accepts a senate amendment to the Arnold bill. The present statute is under challenge in the supreme court. The amendment to double exemptions to twenty five thousand was killed 21 to 11. The measure passed and moved to the assembly for concurrence.
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Madison
Wis
Assembly
Senate
Supreme Court
Leaders push early action on Volstead anti beer bill
Washington report: Day leaders urge prompt action on the Volstead anti beer bill. The drive seeks to curb beer sales until effective regulations by Commissioner Haynes are ready, with Mc Volstead calling for immediate consideration as the rules committee has not acted yet.
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Washington
Howse
Volstead
Haynes
State secretary to regulate Wisconsin detective agencies
Madison Wis Regulation of detective agencies will be placed in the hands of the secretary for state instead of city fire and police commissioners through action in reconsideration of the Pierson Detective Agency. Private detective firms argued the change would grant more freedom of action and challenged the plan.
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Madison
Wis
Secretary For State
Pierson
HUI
I Ifor
Ehange
Venetian Night A La Crosse Fourth of July Celebration
A Venetian Night marks the La Crosse Onedoor Sports association Fourth of July celebration. Pettibone Park hosts the evening program with a comprehensive lighting scheme aimed at brightening the river and lagoon shores. Thousands are expected for novelty events across the river culminating in a pyrotechnic display.
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la Crosse
Onedoor
Gair
Pettibone Park
Anti-Saloon League Attacks Blaine Dry Bill in Wisconsin
Wisconsin lawmakers face heated debate as the Anti-Saloon League denounces the Blaine enforcement bill and Olson amendment. The statement argues the measure fails to prevent home stills and moonshine, urging assembly to kill the amendment before Friday vote. It ties the issue to Volstead Act and Chapter 68 provisions and warns against loopholes in home production for family and guests.
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Hyeeses
Wis
Blaine Dey
Acarac Whursday
Blaine
Anti-Saloon! League
Wolstead
Mulberger Inn
Whue
Law enforcement bill in Wisconsin assembly advances
Governor’s prohibition enforcement measure, carrying an $80,000 appropriation, is reported out for passage by the assembly finance committee with a Senate version. A bulletin will outline the proposal for Saturday’s calendar, likely laid over until next week to ensure full attendance and quorum.
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Madison
Wis
Assembly
Finance Committee
Senate
Woman confesses to theft tied to Milwaukee shooting
Milwae et Wis Mrs Koran confessed to taking the money tied to the shooting of Joseph J. Wamser by Thomas Foran of 5413 Galena street. District Attorney Zabel announced the confession cleared the case after last Saturday night’s alleged robbery. Foran, who fired the shots, faces manslaughter charges with his wife labeled as an accessory.
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Milwatree
Wis
Joseph J. Wamstr
Thomas Foran
Galena Street
Public Bath House Opens Officially on Wednesday
The public bath house officially opened on Wednesday June 25. Locals are invited to use the new locker rooms as hot weather brings crowds to the beach with hundreds expected to visit.
Capital Overrun With Hundreds Of State Lobbyists
Madison Wis Lobbyists descend on the legislature during the session crowding corridors and offices Hundreds have registered with the secretary of state Veteran assemblyman says outsiders pester him The lobbyist surge targets indecisive members who risk harried agendas and late roll calls by sergeants The piece notes crowded halls and repeated attempts to summon absent lawmakers for votes
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Madison
Wis
Secretary of State
Altl. Best
Duna County
Reid
Injuries in Two Auto Wrecks Near City Early Thursday
Two early Thursday auto crashes damaged three cars near the city limits. Harry Baird suffered cuts to the body and head in the Ford crash, while occupants of the Willis Knight car, driven by Marty Baird and belonging to George D. Sprain, West Salem, were reportedly injured. Investigators believe the Willis Knight was parked when struck from the rear, and that alcohol and lighting conditions contributed to the incidents. Several occupants were questioned as officers examined blood and clothing found in the Willis Knight and other vehicles.
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Sheriff
Harry Baird
Ford
George D.sprain
West Salem
Oscar Seynestry
Cashron
Central Station
Marty
Baird
Thorsidor
Cliffwood Inn
Seruestry
Seyvesty
Miller
Stown
Easttound
Milley Sys Sernestby
Wills- Knight
Wisconsin Lower House Battles Over Marketing Bill Fate
Madison scene as assembly fights over marketing department powers and trade commission provisions. Senate amendments are contested, with farm allies opposing scope limits while aiming to shift responsibility for the bill’s outcomes. Conference committee to craft compromise as both houses prep for further votes.
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William .Or
Senate
S Trade Commission
Trade Commission
Oscar Olsop
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