01 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1920
Page
1
A Polish dispatch reports heavy fighting on the northern front with Bolshevik forces chased toward the Bulig and Lavally regions. The communique claims Polish troops repelled advances, captured prisoners, and inflicted setbacks as Soviets retreat toward the Pripet area and Slutseh river zones.
Whicagg Packer, head of a Consumers something company, pleads guilty in a U S district court. He is among eight firm officials on trial for schemes to defraud. Judge Burns presided and urged jurors to base their verdicts on evidence. Tania Davis had earlier pled guilty.
The Ledger company led by president H.R. Curtis announced acquisition of the Philadelphia Press. The two papers will be consolidated with the Evening Ledger, joining long established Philadelphia news outlets as of the current business move.
Tomorrow morning at the YWCA on Main street, Jane hundred La Crosse ladies aided by uniform Boy Scouts assemble to sell Tags and Automobile Banners under Airs. OD. G. MacMulan. The success of Tag Day funds the Nursing staff, with every city resident urged to purchase a Tag as home Public Health coverage canvasses downtown and residential wards.
An auto thief seized a Ford coupe owned by Alfred L. Dittman from in front of the Hiks club opposite the central police station. The car, new and with wire wheels, was reported missing shortly after T otlock last night, with entrances gained through doors and windows. Three stores in the residence district were burglarized, and police connected to the case, while authorities in Ireland reportedly planned reprisals involving Sinn Feiner activity.
Irish politics escalate as Arthur Griffith accuses the government of a planned policy of reprisals in Ireland. He claims provocation by agents justifies responses and asserts a Sinn Fein-led settlement is required. Dublin reports and Whitehall officials deny but emphasize law and order, with police cautioned against taking revenge. A separate Cork hunger striker closes on fifty days as families appeal for Archbishop Bourne's intercession.
In Mion on October 1 Rev Fr Geyne retires from his duties at St Patrick's church due to old age. Rev Fr Geo M Dev fic formerly of Rochester assists in duties as regimental chaplain. The new pastor began last Sunday. Parish houses may remain the retiree host if he wishes to stay in Lanesboro.
Repair crews complete Twelfth Street from Jackson to Mormon Gate road, highway now suitable for autos. Work shifts to Mill Street from Monitor to Milwaukee tracks, expected finished in a few days. Oshkosh plant rebuild planned after fire, Hollister Amos assets to be taken over by Fuller Goodman firm.
Houston Minn October ordinance by village council orders posters forbid vulgar indecent dancing in the village hall. renters who permit such dancing face future hall denial of use and other penalties.
Chicago state attorney Hoyne reports new evidence from New York related to the 1915 World Series fixing probe. He says two gamblers and baseball men supplied materials, with indictments possible on more players. August Hermann and Alfred Austrian testified, while the Dodgers are described as “on the level” amid ongoing grand jury actions.
The Wisconsin Railroad Commission will hold a public hearing on October 14 at the La Crosse Court House to decide if streetcar employees of the Wisconsin Railway Light and Power Company should receive wage increases. The hearing follows a conciliation board report and involves whether fare adjustments are needed to cover higher wages.
Vice President Marshall's planned October 9 address at La Crosse was cancelled by Assemblyman John P. Donnelly of Milwaukee as part of the Wisconsin tour being halted by the national committee. A later date in the state is possible.
Introduces Abe Martin of Brown County Indiana as a daily feature in the Tribune and Leader-Press starting next Monday. The description portrays him as witty with a background of wisdom, tracing his origins to Roundhead Ohio and his life from a general store education to a Brown County residence.
Chicago White Sox owner Charles Comiskey asked State’s Attorney Boyne to investigate last year’s World Series after HoYe’s office in New York conducted an inquiry. Hoyne said the probe found some evidence to suggest fixing but not enough to prove it.
James Thompson of La Crosse denies knowledge of any paper circulation and says he may issue a statement within two days. Friends close to him note telegrams urging fair coverage as Wisconsin gears for an independent candidate discussion.
Houston Minnesota observes the opening of a new veterinary hospital under Dr. K. T. Midboe. The former garage is converted with a large animal ward, an operating room, and dedicated spaces for dogs and pets, signaling a fully equipped facility for animal care.
Chicago reports that the Republican nominees will address supporters from Harding's front porch on October 18. Organizers aim to mobilize women voters and bring attendees from states nationwide to the event.
Jon Robinson, a fifteen day sentence, jailed here, was transported to Dubuque on a larceny charge for shoes freight, as reported by the Iowa carrier. The remaining sentence here expired today.
A fragment mentions Bir and Cox entering the USS presidency race in Springfield. Details are unclear, but the item notes a political contest for a university student union leadership with two named entrants.
A 12 year old girl, daughter of Dayton Barkley, was dragged from a road to a wooded area near Viola, Wisconsin, beaten and left unconscious. Sheriff Stry and District Attorney Brindley lead a manhunt with bloodhounds from Manston, searching Vernon and Richland counties. The assailant is described as about 45, with a black beard and wearing yellow overalls. The victim regained consciousness and was hospitalized. her skull was reported fractured though she may survive.
Hart's Motors Inc announces price cuts on Locomobile and Mercer models to reflect current times. Standard Locomobile reduced to 1350 dollars and Mercer models to 4000 dollars, with the firm citing strengthening purchasing power as the motive.
In Canton the local Gazette shuts operations citing rising paper costs and financial strain. The terse notice notes publication ceased after diminishing ad revenue and market pressures, leaving gaps in local reporting and business community alerts.
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