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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
1
A bill highlighting brewery interests gains traction in the Senate as Bishop Bill in Ackley law is discussed. The measure faces opposition and was ultimately killed by the Assembly, illustrating the lobbying power at work.
Senator Bishop introduces Bill No. 509 8 to legalize all illegal saloons in Milwaukee County and other sites defying the Baker law. The measure mirrors the Ackley bill which failed in the Assembly by 61 to 9, amid brewery lobbying. Skogmo leads opposition in the Senate with amendments. lobbyist Billy Austin links to Wisconsin Brewers’ association. The bill also preserves licenses at existing locations and allows transfers if approved by the common council.
A party of Oregon women led by Mrs G L Barkley touring New York on their way to the Panama Pacific exposition say New Yorkers are physically frail mentally dull and morally worn. They contrast western men as robust and deep with husbands and fathers potential.
Building in Piriatin sugar beet district near St Petersburg burned as eighty girls slept inside. Villagers barricaded doors trapping them and preventing escape. Dispatch notes flames and screams as workers, recently drawn to the area for cheap labor, faced deadly blaze.
Three men in a touring car were arrested by Chaseburg town marshal after a noon tip from La Crosse sheriffs office. They face charges for shortchanging John Stephan at the Five Mile House on Mormon Coulee Road, passing a $20 bill for a $10 tab. The trio reportedly moved through area saloons using the same scheme, prompting警察 inquiries and requests to local towns to watch for them.
An unidentified male suffragist at Ascot Racecourse attempted to stop Tracery in the Gold Cup, waving a flag and firing a revolver. He was knocked down and trampled as the horse charged. he died soon after from a fractured skull. Jockey Whalley was injured but survived. King George and Queen Mary witnessed the event.
A fire that started in the starting box of a motor truck caused $10,000 damage to the Marcum Coal company offices in Fond du Lac Wisconsin. No injuries reported. The blaze was reported June 19 and investigated by local authorities.
Four thousand voices gathered for the Wisconsin Old Settlers association annual meeting in Palmyra Wisconsin. Principal speaker was Dr Jenkin Lloyd Jones of Chicago and Colonel E C Townsend aged 95 read an original poem.
Lightweight champion Willie Ritchie ends management with Billy Nolan and will train solo. He plans to proceed with the Fourth of July bout against Joe Rivers as scheduled in San Francisco.
Fire believed incendiary destroyed the freight houses of the Chicago and Alton Clover Leaf and Chicago Peoria and St Louis railroads in East St Louis Illinois early Thursday. Total loss estimated in excess of 250000 dollars.
Harold Robertson, 22, son of Dr. E. P. Robertson president of Wesley College Grand Forks North Dakota, killed himself in Minneapolis last night unable to support his wife and child.
Wireless reports say the lumber steamer Riverside sank near Mendocino after a tug rescued its crew. The steamer Farragut remained on scene standing by for further action.
Senator Works of California announced a plan to amend the constitution to wipe out the manufacture production and sale of distilled liquors in the United States. The measure excludes beer and wine and will be introduced in the Senate on Saturday. Works cites advice from Professor R S Benson of Portland Oregon on alcohol harms.
At the American Medical Association session a proposal for a U S leper hospital was discussed. General Rupert Blue urged action noting 148 U S cases and the need to segregate the incurable disease to protect healthy people while researchers work toward a cure. The site could not be named to avoid local protest.
London report says Emmeline Pankhurst, leader of the suffragette movement, remains in precarious condition in a nursing home after a long hunger strike. Physicians warn her heart condition worsens with forcible feeding and that another period without sustenance could be fatal.
Twelve persons are known to be dead and many injured after a head on crash between two electric cars on the Napa Valley railroad near Vallejo. The accident occurred on a curve at 9:15 a.m. as trains approached each other at full speed. Physicians are rushing to the scene from Vallejo.
The common council will recall twelve saloonkeepers for a committee of the whole hearing Friday night after a vote on licenses. Several pool hall proprietors will also have licenses reviewed for allowing minors, with promises to strictly enforce the law for renewed approvals.
D F Manley of Ladysmith was re elected as president of the Wisconsin State Firemen's Association at the annual tournament in Monroe. Delegates re elected all officers: John O'Connell South Milwaukee vice president John O Deysenroth Columbus second vice president Ben R Burr Jefferson secretary and W H Hahn Reedsburg treasurer.
Fire destroyed the Denver and Rio Grande car and repair shops in Salt Lake City. Loss estimated at 250000, spurting from a blaze believed to be spontaneous. One fireman injured by a falling wall and others hurt by burns and timbers. Company announces plans to rebuild at a cost of 1000000.
In St Paul on June 19, Mrs Joseph Gyrmagia was strangled in her bed while her husband slept outside. The house was ransacked and police hold a roomer named Oski as a suspect. The motive appears to be robbery. The husband discovered the body this morning with a distorted face.
William Lorimer told a Stratford hotel gathering that the Republican Party would rebound and win the 1916 presidential election. He said he was not announcing a Senate candidacy yet and claimed daily promises of support.
At the start of the third day of the Bell Telephone walkout in St. Louis union leaders say about 425 operators have quit. They report added support from other unions and expect the dispute with the committee to continue for some time.
In Washington on June 19 reports of Mrs. Wilson’s nervous breakdown were denied at the White House. Dr Gray Son, the White House physician, said Mrs. Wilson is hardly indisposed and the reports are incorrect and unadvised.
The Hamburg-American liner Imperator arrived in New York harbor ending its maiden voyage. The 252,000 ton vessel left Cherbourg June 12, averaged 22 knots, and docked at Hoboken amid a high sea welcome with tugs and salutes.
A diplomatic note indicates Sofia has issued an ultimatum to Servia over the escalating tensions. Authorities in both regions await responses as regional allies monitor the developing standoff and potential cross border actions.
Vienna reports Bulgaria issues an ultimatum to Servia demanding immediate evacuation of disputed Balkan territories. If unmet within a week, Bulgaria threatens forcible occupation. A prior treaty with Servia and Greece's mediation via Russia are noted to govern the dispute.
Judge Smith McPherson of the U S district court of Iowa, in a paper read at the National Press association, defends press freedom while supporting newspapers' right to criticize courts. He argues judges must earn respect by actions, not isolation, and that courts are subject to criticism as presidents and cabinets are.
A Chicago fan posted a $100 bill split in two as a two week incentive for Heinie Zimmerman to behave on the field and get along with umpires. The money to be given in two installments if he complies.
President Wilson and Democratic leaders finalize plans to unveil currency reform next week in a Capitol briefing. The bill proposes regional Reserve banks under a central board, issue of 500 million in emergency currency, obligatory bank membership, and real estate loan limits, aiming to avert panic from tariff cuts. The president will read the message Monday, with nine industrial committee nominees to follow.
Paris lawmakers reject Deputy Fournier’s bill proposing an international parliament to arbitrate disputes between nations. The chamber votes against establishing a global body to mediate conflicts.
High 88, low 70, trace precipitation. Forecast shows showers and possible thunderstorms tonight or Friday with continued warmth. Wisconsin expects local storms, moderate winds. Minnesota unsettled with showers, winds moderate. Iowa generally fair with warm temps.
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