22 May 1921
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1921
Page
1
A fragmented report outlines a tense international scene with leaders from several nations divided over disarmament and war policies. References to Germany, Taft era figures, and U.S. domestic splits indicate growing pressure on policymakers to address arms limits, neutrality stances, and potential sanctions amid volatile regional threats.
Senator Edward Voigt of Sheboygan backs a bill to curb gambling in grain markets, proposing limits on contracts and large transactions. Supporters say the measure would improve transparency and aid future legislation, while opponents warn of unintended economic effects. The Wisconsin delegation split on related immigration bills, with several voting for or against conference reports.
An ex serviceman and his family face hardship after wartime gas exposure and tuberculosis. The Service Star Legion will hold Poppy Day in La Crosse to fund aid for veterans and their families. Scarlet poppies will be sold by volunteers with proceeds supporting the veteran relief fund.
Maryland senator Prince Jill departs Washington for Baltimore and then to Russia with a self described aim to further mutual understanding between the United States and Russia. He will travel unofficially to assess conditions and inform colleagues, insisting he acts on his own responsibility.
The Milwaukee Journal reports T Sullivan re elected president of the International News Writers association at Widcon Saturday night. Other officers re elected include Charles G. Grant from Chicago and Ray D. Worson, among a slate of members from New York and Elgin who join the board.
Kentucky National Guardsmen patrolled the Yar River mountains on a Saturday night seeking those responsible for shooting into the Merrimac village near the West Virginia border. Reports from the area indicate scattered incidents and tense security as authorities work to restore quiet and identify suspects.
The invitation extended to James A. Farrell, president of United Birnes Steel, to head the Shipping Board sparked partisan debate in the House. Representative Davis urged that the move would shift policy toward business interests and questioned Farrell's suitability amid broader board appointments.
The 1920 big balloon race began in Birmingham Alabama with the airship leaving Ring Field shortly after seven Saturday night. Captain K. Lais piloted the craft as it sailed westward at about twenty miles an hour. Weather briefings indicated the flight would proceed to the Mississippi River, then turn north and northeast toward the Great Lakes region.
The Diversity of Wisconsin baseball team defeated Northwestern Saturday with a first inning homer by Captain Butler driving in two. Wisconsin built and maintained the lead as the Badgers won 9 to 4 in Madison. Also note President Harding sailing to New York with Mrs Harding and officials for Mayflower voyage and upcoming addresses.
New York Times reports a virtual settlement in the divorce suit of James A. Stillman and Mrs Anna C. Stillman. The deal would grant Mrs Stillman a yearly 90 000 alimony and recognize the legitimacy of their son Guy. Negotiations remain ongoing with hearings postponed as lawyers confer.
Unknown men entered Jarvis street hospital Saturday and dragged away a former soldier wounded by a bullet, then shot him dead on the grounds. His wife and children were at his bedside when he was abducted. Feiners commandeered a car, raided an optical shop, and took telescopes and flashlamps.
The Automobile Club of Western Wisconsin launches Safety First Week starting June 6 to focus on driver and pedestrian responsibility. Officials urge widespread awareness of mutual safety on streets and highways, aided by school programs, civic groups, and public campaigns to reduce motor-vehicle fatalities and property losses.
In Washington DC, Commissioner Kramer announced a forty day furlough of federal prohibition agents could let many bootleggers dodge punishment for liquor law violations. He warned prosecutions will slow as key witnesses return home and cases are continued, raising court congestion and possible rises in illegal activity. He cited limited impact on supply chains, noting enforcement may shift to source restrictions while acknowledging losses to enforcement.
Albany dispatch reports former Florida governor Sidney J. Chtis arrested on a federal peonage charge and a Florida charge. He was released on bond after local ministers and Albany citizens aided. he heads back to Jacksonville. A clerk who sold him a collar and marked initials exposed the incident.
Chicago board of trade issues bulletin to members urging opposition to two measures before a state legislature. The bulletin argues against British grain rule changes and notes impact on American staple crops and wine manufactures association.
The Twentieth Century Club will host its annual banquet in the Chamber of Commerce Tuesday evening at 7. An address will be delivered by Prof D J TD Lerecabier, associate professor of economics at the University of Wisconsin. Each member may invite one successor.
Harold F. Ranft of the University of Minnesota won first prize in the political sciences essay contest established by the late W N Farris from Chicago. Clarence E. Pugina of the University of Wisconsin placed second in the event held Saturday in Chicago.
In Chicago, Harry A. Stewart, long a patient at the Chicago Home for Incurables, wheeled eight blocks to the lake shore and committed suicide by drowning. He had been listed as a hopeless patient for nine years.
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