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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1921
Page
1
A Harding letter emphasizes practical steps toward arms limitation rather than universal disarmament. He and delegates draft a constructive program for the November conference, stressing that reasonable limits are attainable while universal disarmament remains unlikely.
Report of a parliamentary conference where Irish and British delegates debate possible breaches of the truce in Ireland. The Irish side shows a desire for peace and aims for a successful negotiation, with Prime Minister shown as impressed by a moderate approach though tensions remain. The panel faces uncertainties and continued discussions extend to page 5.
Cleveland report shows Marian McArdle, 20, daughter of Mrs Ewa Catherine Kaber, found not guilty of complicity in the murder of her stepfather Daniel Kaber after jury deliberation. Mrs Naber already serving two life terms for her role.
A fragmented report outlines a 36th armoured corps reorganization plan within the xth army. It notes the Blick Taws division trained at Grant and references the Thirty-Pbind division with Winvis national guards, the Lairty-second, and Michigan reservists. Mayor Croese Pol leads the Sixty corps.
Milwacre Wisconsin two murder counts leveled Tuesday afternoon against John Ashley a former La Crosse bartender and saloon proprietor accused of killing Helen Larson 34 and her father Ole Larson 65 in his saloon early Sunday morning. The confession followed fingerprint evidence and inconsistencies in his initial statements. Police say Ashley claimed self defense then admitted both killings and later implicated a past incident involving a roadhouse proprietor.
Two special investigators named by Prosecutor Ralph W. Packman will search for evidence for the second degree murder charge against Martin Lemberger in the alleged killing of his daughter ten years ago. Jackman, to carry the case for Lembergers, expects information from witnesses and will coordinate with defense attorneys on a date for the preliminary hearing. The venue change will be decided after the hearing.
A Milwaukee coroner believes a 15 year old pupil of Center Street School killed himself after reading reports of Chicago school suicides. Thomas Riley was found hanging in his basement Tuesday night. He had shown fascination with the Chicago cases and disliked school work. a coroner's inquest is set for Wednesday.
Governor Kendall issued a proclamation noting more than fifty thousand Iowans unemployed and calling for immediate measures to employ idle workers. Cities report varied progress with civic projects and bond issues aimed at road work and industry revival, while surveys show around seven thousand jobless in the state and several manufacturers planning returns.
W. S. Salvh of Cleveland was brought to Central Station on Wednesday and reprimanded for selling needle work without a license. Residents had complained of unlicensed selling and harassment at several residences.
A partially readable report describes Reed, a former alderman and county supervisor, found dead in his Oshkosh home early Wednesday. Indications point to accidental gas asphyxiation from a gas stove while his wife slept at her mother's. The coffee pot may have tipped the gas flame and extinguished, leading to fumes.
Play by innings recap from a baseball game between the Yankees and the Giants. Highlights include Meusel scoring for the Yankees and Bancroft with a double for the Giants, multiple strikeouts, and no runs in several frames. Burns, Frisch, and Peek appear as key fielders with several outs and defensive plays noted.
Ford Day opens with a county wide parade plan and prizes for Ford owners and drivers. Merchants contribute many offerings including the oldest Ford, the youngest driver, the fattest and skinniest Ford, and the Ford bringing the braust family, all to boost local economy and civic spirit. The event is expected to be a highlight in Vine Lane with widespread merchant support and community interest. Meanwhile Washington sees economic improvement steps forwarded by President Hoover via the National Conference on Economic Betterment.
Wise County schools near Anson ordered closed to combat a scarlet fever epidemic. The illness claimed the life of the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarinte Galte.
Blauorn Indiana new concrete highway segment opens after nearly two years of work on state trunk Highway 12 north of Elkhorn. Five mile stretch of concrete now links Prabeh north of Elkhorn with Lauderdale Lakes, improving regional travel.
Atlanta, Ga. Carl D. Jackson of Wisconsin, already first vice president and chair of the executive committee at the National Association of Rail and Utilities commissionery, is slated to become president of the organization. Delegates at the convention reported the report on public ownership and operation urged privatization under proper control and denounced federal detachments on state transportation powers. The opening session drew 75 delegates from 35 states.
Hart Morey, son of James A. Morey, Birchwood postmaster, sustained minor injuries when his large car went off the approach to a bridge after steering gear failure. The accident occurred about a mile south of Birchwood, Wisconsin.
Columbus Day brings out the biggest crowd of the series as the Giants and Yankees clash at Polo Grounds New York. Douglas and Snyder pitched for the Giants and Mays and Heylick for the Yankees in a clear cool afternoon with a large holiday crowd. The Giants won a pitched battle 4 3 as Ward's error at first and Snyder’s two base hit aided the victory while the field and conditions remained favorable.
Oshkosh Wis The bunting season ends with the first victim in this vicinity when George Pietra an aged veteran residing near Windecenas is wounded by a large shotgun. He is brought to Oshkosh hospital and dies after his brother William of Menasha tries to save him by blood transfusion following an operation.
Prohibition raids in Mirrill Wisconsin led to eight arrests on prohibition charges. Four pleaded guilty. several defendants face second offense counts as officers recovered evidence with help from local authorities and a mill owner Carl Meuwng along with PL Laabs and Capt. Loyal Muller. A separate item notes the House Ways and Means committee's favorable report on a bill authorizing non intoxicating beverages from hops and grain with revenue supporting rural schools. An interurban collision near Oshkosh damages a car and stock. driver Leo Metz injured.
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