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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1922
Page
2
A 19th century report notes that shaved and bobbed hair from girls is traded, with the finest coming from French convents and Brininy regions. Factories burn unwanted hair when not purchased. Buyers seek straight hair and collect it from various countries, boosting a global false hair market.
A scrambled note reports that gum stuck under desks will be removed as part of a summer cleaning drive in the public schools. Superintendent McCormick says janitors will clean desks in their buildings before September opening. He estimates total gum removed may reach about 100 pounds.
Residents discuss daily life changes as women adopt hair bobbing while men express mixed views. Observers note the trend alters grooming routines, with some women cutting their hair short and seeking new fashions, while others resist the shift.
A father recalls the challenge of disciplining eight year old Sammy and urges him to try hard to be good. He fears spanking and expresses genuine worries about reform, urging Sammy to make an effort. The excerpt reflects domestic dialogue and moral guidance typical of the period.
Mest R. W. Holcombe appointed secretary-manager of the Chamber of Commerce in La Crosse. In two weeks he has already made many acquaintances and leads an energetic drive to boost membership and engage all members in chamber work. He was born in Danville Virginia and began in Norfolk as secretary to the superintendent of a major express company. His career includes posts with chambers of commerce in Columbia South Carolina Butler Pennsylvania Hutchinson Kansas and now La Crosse. He has attended seven events or meetings since taking office.
Per community leadership and sessions of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, Mr. Holecambe is described as a duro energetic commercial secretary and hard worker. He received a cordial welcome from the chamber members.
The ebugh vacation school has run one week with happy times for boys and girls. Opening day attendance jumped 306 percent from last year. Six Sunday schools are represented. school continues three weeks more, closing July 7. Parents are urged to enroll children from the city unless their church runs a vacation school.
A fragmented report describes a Saturday morning school event named a fly picnic. Children visit the school while the stone exterior stays cool. The tone notes eager anticipation and plans for the first week to come.
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