Blair High Graduation Class To Finish Course
Blair Wisconsin special report notes a large graduating class finishing a Blair School course. Commencement speaker Rev Olson of Minneapolis will deliver the valedictory, with Orphael Grantund and Mildred Austin among graduates. Ceremony at Blair Village Hall, village Melchiar Blair, with Lutheran church service and local attendees invited.
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Blair
Mildred Austin
Adeline Bern
Betdyn
Blan
Wrr- Shebald
Dance Wareid
Elden M
Capture
Granlend
Adeline J. Grind
Mirine C.ianann
George A Hanson
Spencer R. Hanson
Brurst Fh
Fergeson
Derume P
Jlaward
Dayne Fylara
Lertee L
Linklin
Verna
Linberg
Basther J. Matfisen
Elray A
Meller Prithp
B. Novelty
Yorman EL Nyeen
Kenneth J. Glyn
Merenden AL Olsen
Irene Grean
Arthur O. Kalbe
Audrey Stephens
James Th Viangeop
Lidlera Bt
Thomo Faker
Thurstan
Edina de Therion
Danske
Go Focea
Arie T. Turanson
Maueeior J. Wangen
Neal
Hobo
Lie Aan Lutheran Church
Pasenis
Glenda
Secretary Wallace Hits AU Big and Bat Boys Test
A garbled report mentions Secretary Wallace in a large action against AU and bat boys. It references testing, a Tass and seminary, and various places and people, with unclear details about dates or outcomes. The piece hints at political or athletic matters but lacks coherent facts to confirm specifics.
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Secretary Wallace
Methodists Seek Reunion Amid Church Divisions
Fragmentary report outlines a Methodist drive toward church reunion amid Protestant splits. The text references Methodist factions, church unity efforts, and tensions within diverse Protestant bodies influencing cohesion and doctrinal alignments.
New Record Hint Site Announces World Distance Marks
A fragmentary report notes record attempts and near misses across multiple events. Names, times, and exact distances are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate a panel reviewing 2000 meter, 1000 bath, and related long distance marks with various athletes and teams previously holding records.
Congress political clash over July adjournment and policy aims
Washington reports show Democratic leaders aiming for early July action amid hopes the NRA and bonus issues will influence a key vote. An ongoing struggle over a two year extension and presidential messaging signals potential summer adjournment, with inflation warnings and policy battles shaping the stance of lawmakers.
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Washington
Due
Aris Rales
Ras Gle
Thresteniig
Suromer
Bos
Gts
Roosevelt
Norse American Flap Spans Amundsen Era Whimsy
In a rambling reminiscence a Norwegian American editor recalls Fourth of July and May 17 festivities, Amundsen and Roald, John Haraldsen’s role in outfitting the explorer, and local celebrations tied to May 17. The piece wanders through small-town anecdotes from a barber’s storm tales to a Teachers College alarm and a lunch counter scene at the La Beese Relays, ending with community figures like John Guyer.
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J. M. Lienlokken
Norske
John Haraldsen
John
Roald Amundson
John i
Twin Cities
Amundsen
Richard Byrdt
Jon J
Amundson
la Crosse Gundersonk
Thea Mere
Kidder
Junior Association of Commerce
la Beese
Oval
Leonard Seaton
Dave Kramer
Vene
Rise of mass lobbying expands influence in Washington
A sweeping look at lobbying shows new mass demonstrations and organized pressure by farmers workers and business groups. Roosevelt lauds a 4900 march while debates grow on mobilizing votes and extending government privileges amid widespread reliance on federal aid and credit programs.
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Roosevelt
Washington
NBA
Congress
Henry Wallace
Noonger
Onalaska Brothers Travel 21 Miles Daily to School
Three Marcou brothers from Onalaska attend St James parochial school and travel 21 miles daily. Howard 6 Denild 5 and Ambrose 10 ride from farm to La Crosse by car to depot then train to Midway and walk the final mile home. They missed a month of school due to bad weather and plan to return next fall.
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E. J
Marcou
Onalaska
Chicago and North Western
Midway
St. James School
la Crogse
Laor
Dof Howard
Donald
Ambrose
Tighl
Propaganda Machinery Mirrors Lobbying in Washington
The piece discusses Washington's heavy use of propaganda and lobbying, noting how both government and private entities staff press agents to sway public opinion. It argues that the government defends publicity as a way to inform voters, while critics see it as shaping national policy and affecting a large portion of the populace.
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Washington
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Wrangle Stirs EPIC Meeting in California Convention
Los Angeles delegates at the End Poverty in California convention clashed as Upton Sinclair denounced “communists” who he said tried to seize control of EPIC. Sinclair loyalists shouted for expulsions while questions over credentials sparked near chaos before order was restored.
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New York
Darwin
Michigan
Kansas
I Raut
Leoti
Covenada
Tranler
Emmert
Jin
Los Angeles
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Comunists
Upton Sinclair
California
Sinclair
Procer
Proper
Foucht
Sielare
Plac
Large And Small Schools Divide Musical Honors
Madison high school musicians from metropolitan and rural areas shared honors at the sixth national school orchestra, solo and ensemble contests. William Clemens of Little Rock and William Schempl of Madison were named best student conductors of orchestras in division one. Four shared division one in student band conductors. Sterling Morton High won first division in the Wombone quartet ensemble contest. Hobart High topped the clarinet quartet. Selma champions included Loy Boessole, Albert Soucek, Kenneth Ackerman, and Jean Freudenberg. Other division one awards went to Trombone, Bass Clarinet, and a twirling drum major Donale Williams.
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Madison
Wis
William Clemens
Little Rock
Ark
William Schempl
Caves
Lee Chrisman
Hobart, Inc
Obituary notices for James Allen and others in La Crosse area
Obituaries list funeral plans for James Allen of Onalaska age 84 with services Monday at 2 pm at his daughter's home. Also noted are death notices for Mrs W W Skelton, Ida Jane Stannard Skelton, Carl E Schreiter, Mrs Anna M Lewis, and Charles Petrick with service details, locations in La Crosse Hubbard and Brookline. The piece includes burial notes and surviving relatives. The entry ends with etymology of the name Chicago.
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Guild
Frank Specht
Marian Cargon
Mrs. Hopkins
Louise Ziske
Mrs. Vail
Maurice Raifsnider
Robert Bascom
George Zielke
Wallace
Earl Hoover
Oliver Lane
Met Lyons
Helen Lemming
Packin
Lewis Melby
William Rossiter
Chelson
Russell Huber
le Crosse
James Allen
Onalaska
Fritz Rubie
Onalaske
E. Q. Wil
la Crosse
W. W .Skelton
Hugbard
Minn
W. W. Skelton
la Crosse County
Ida Jane Stannard
George and Mary Stannard
Farmington
Sparta
Wis
Wm.w. Skelton
Wisconsin
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O. J. Wagner
Browning, Mont
Edward
Walker
Thhree
Hubbard, Minn
Carl E. Schreiter
Sorensen
Brookline
Anna M. Lewis
Anna M.’ Lewis
Sletten-McKee Company
Seventh
King Streets
P. Lorentzen
Oak Grove
Charles Petrick
Charles Pettick
White Funeral Home
Muelcer
Black Fever Epidemic Spreads In China Provinces
An epidemic of black fever sweeping Haichow and Kisngeu regions spreads with increasing violence into new territories leaving hundreds dead. Missionary doctors note the peak pass ing but fear rising tolls in densely populated areas to the northwest and southeast where medical facilities are scarce.
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Haichow
Kisngeu
China
New Territories
Former Grecian Queen May Return To Throne
Bucharest Romania reports former Queen Elizabeth of Greece was asked if she would reunite with ex King George and seek a throne return. She declared the day is past when a woman may be sacrificed for throne or country. She hinted she could return to Greece if the people wanted her.
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Bucharest
Romania
Elizabeth
Greece
George
Marie
Athens
Special Guards Patrol Metal Works In La Salle
Saturday night special deputies patrolled the Apally Metal works in La Salle after reports of threats to renew a mass attack. Damage was unofficially estimated at 875,060 as a crowd of about 100 strikers and sympathizers shattered numerous windows until tear gas repelled them, marking the first serious violence of a two week old strike.
Trojan Trackmen Win California Meet Title
USC captured its fourth straight California meet championship in Palo Alto with 685.5 points. California followed with 401.8, Stanford 36, and UC Los Angeles 19 as the point trials concluded.
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Trojan
Cor California
Palo Alto
Calif
University of Southern California
California
Giant Maxim Gorky Plane Disaster Rocks Moscow Front
Soviet censorship delayed confirmation of a Moscow disaster as the immense Maxim Gorky flying boat reportedly crashed after colliding with a small plane. Limited lines and phone outages hindered casualty details while editors sought official word amid chaos and fear.
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London
Moscow
Maxim Gorky
Associated Press
Continent
Berlin
Stockholm
Helsingfors
Leningrad
30 Brewmasters Hold Conference At Pioneer Hall
Thirty Master Brewers met at Pioneer Hall in La Crosse for a conference of the Upper Mississippi Valley master Brewers association. Frank B. Westerlocken of Chicago urged joining the national organization, arguing a common purpose and benefits. The meeting discussed brewmaster duties and blamed tavern handling and serving for beer woes, with G L Gueb and Louis Silbsarimidi among the others participating.
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National Organization of Brewmasters
Upper Mississippi Valley Master Brewers’ Association
Pioneer Hall
Frank B. Westerlocken
Chicago
Upper Mississippi Association
Brewing Industeer
Westerlocken
la Crosse
National Association
Oklahoma Captures Big Six Track Title in Dramatic Finish
In Lincoln Nebraska Oklahoma surged to win its first Big Six track and field championship by scoring 6544 points. Nebraska State and Kansas trailed with 35 and 32 points respectively, while Missouri and Kansas State brought up the rear with 29 and 241 points.
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Lincoln
Neh
Oklahoma
Sooners
Throwen
Manus State
Nebraska
Town State
Missouri
Kansas
Irish Score 1st Win Over Pitt Since 1933
Notre Dame defeated Pittsburgh 67 to 69 in a dual track and field meet, the Irish’s first athletic victory over Pitt since 1933. Nine meet records were broken and one tied, highlighting strong performances by several Irish athletes.
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Pitt
South Bend
Ind
Dame
University of Pittsburgh
Panthers
Carnegie Regatta Postponed and Rescheduled
Rough water on Cayuga forced the postponement of the Carnegie Cup regatta last night. Yale officials granted permission. the race will resume at 11 o clock eastern standard time this morning.
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Cayuga
Yale
Three Stations Plan Ultra-High Frequency TV Pilot
New York reports three broadcast stations KDKA Pittsburgh KYW Philadelphia and WBZ Boston plan near term tests of ultra-high frequency links for television and facsimile transmission and sound broadcasting. Westinghouse owned outlets will install equipment and go on air soon as part of this early experimental network.
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New York
Fortacun
KDKA
Pittsburgh
KYW
Philadel
WBZ
Rustin
Westinghouse
Hillsboro Bank Funds Loan For School Expansion
Hillsboro Wisconsin special report notes arrangements for a 36000 state funds loan to complete the Fallsboro high school addition. The school board authorized the loan as talks advance to final construction next week with plastering plumbing fixtures and iron stairway equipment planned. A wedding in Blair features Miss Evelyn Anderson and Alvin Olson married Thursday with Attendants and relatives listed.
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Hillsboro
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Fallsboro
Wilton
Blair Blair
Evelyn Anderson
Alfred Anderson
Blair
Alvin Olson
Hellick Olson
Hixton
T. E. Sweger
Zion Gutheran Church
Lilian Anderson
Florence Moen
Norman Anderson
Herbert Olson
Mrs. Olson
Paronts
Illinois Back on Top in Big Ten Baseball Race
Illinois regained first place in the Western Conference title race by defeating Michigan on Saturday, moving ahead in the standings. The win tightened the Big Ten baseball race as Illinois held the lead over Michigan in Champaign.
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Champaign
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