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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1920
Page
5
Esther Tuttle, soon to be bride of the month, attended a dinner hosted by the church choir at the Caledonia Street Methodist church after rehearsal. Eighteen covers were laid for the guest of honor and members of the choir.
Local listings show multiple October events across churches and clubs including Ladies Aid at St Mary’s, a Home Library Club gathering, First Presbyterian church dinner, Catholic Women's League meeting, and a Swiss Ball at High School. November features lectures, music, and a Rescue Mission Sunday, with a note of a wedding and farewell party held for Mrs Ira Stevens' mother.
MR. NICHOLAS J. Birnbaum and Amelia Schmitt were married at St. Josephs Cathedral with Rev. Pape officiating. The couple hosted a wedding breakfast at the bridegroom’s home, and plan a honey moon trip to Madison before settling at 1006 Mississippi Street where Birnbaum runs a barber business. A six oclock dinner at 1314 Vina Street honored departing Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kosbach.
Chicago Wisconsin report notes the Industrial Council of the International Harvester company settled thousands of questions that could have sparked disputes. Delegates elected by workers and company reps resolved issues, with only one case referred to the president. The council recently approved a ten percent wage increase and has settled wage and other matters over two years.
Charles Reynolds, 44, of Beloit Wisconsin, was killed instantly when the automobile he rode in overturned three miles from this city Saturday night. Reynolds had come from Beloit about two weeks ago.
Local notes report dances at Shelby Hall and Armory, with multiple social events in La Crosse area. Frequent mentions of visits, trips, and gatherings, plus listings for vendors, lamps, and electrical fixtures. Andrew Sletten recovering after surgery. Miss Alma Snyder teaching in Viroqua. Geralds, Coughlins, and families visiting Milwaukee and Chicago.
Oct. S at Rose street Woodman hall promises an evening of entertainment with refreshments. The Pammovnat Photo Show appears and a list of local names and businesses is noted, including transfers, visits, and services from Seaton's Auto Supply, Underwood typewriters, Rohr Brothers painters, and Groeshner Plumbing. Loyal Star No 62 announces a meeting on Oct 7 at Rose Street Union Hall.
Notices mention an evening talument planned with all ladies expected to attend, plus listings of Electric Wiring Fixtures and p piandes by Phill-Monging- Whaler, Co. 412 State Street. Also local notes about residents Rudolph Biedefelt and Alma Wia visiting, Windows Cleaned, Screens off, dentist Dr Hutson, and visitors Henry Hougel from Ton Minn staying with Ed Groeshner.
Civil guards drew swords to halt a budding riot as Luis Freg, the Mexican renowned for killing a bull, demanded an ear after a prior horn wound. The official refused at first, spectators surged the ring, then finally awarded the ear to Freg amid the disturbance.
American films are praised for elevating time and virtue as they redeem a French style cinema blamed for vulgarity. The industry faces scrutiny as theatres struggle with evolving tastes and standards amid sales and cultural debates.
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