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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1920

Page

5

Farm Leaders Press Revival of War Finance Corporation

Secretary Houston told agriculture delegates that the treasury would not back any policy to withhold produce to prop up prices. He said reviving the War Finance Corporation would require treasury funds and raise national borrowing, while senators urged action to stabilize exports and farmer credit amid a tightening money market.

Washington Houston Agriculture Treasury War Finance Corporation Jean Smith South Carolina Germany Secretior Houston Warnance Corporation Meney Flouston Tinuner Corporation Hei

Obituaries for Carl A. Schaller and Dorothy Brophy

Carl A. Schaller of Hertford North Dakota aged 30 died after a six month illness in a local hospital. He was born Brownsie Minnesota and moved to South Dakota in 1904 to work in the rolling business. Surviving are his father J C Schaller three brothers and one sister. The funeral will be held Friday at 2 pm from J R Johnson’s home with Rev. Andreas officiating and Oak Grove cemetery interment. Dorothy Brophy daughter of Mr and Mrs Richard Brophy of Galesville died after a brief illness from advanced appendicitis. She was 23, born September 19, 1897 in Gatesville. She lived in La Crosse two years ago and spent much of her time there, with several sisters and a brother surviving. Funeral services were held in La Crosse at a Catholic church conducted by Rev Father Sturlmann.

Carl A. Schaller Hertford Me. Schaller Brownsie Minn South Dakota J. C. Schalter Krak Gearse Austin Herman Ar Guies Itle RB. Johnson KR. Johnson Sand Eighth Street Loners Andreas Oak Grove Cemetery Dorothy Brophy Richard Brophy Galesville Oval Gripsville St It Drick Lac

Marriage Licenses Granted to Couples in Various Cities

Local records list couples receiving marriage licenses including Lawrence Krier of Caledonia and Irene Peterson of Houston, James Stenberg and Lila Hanson of Holmen, August H Bender and Clara Munz of La Crosse, Samuel B Heffacy of Larel and Lucy B Lynch of Houston.

Tineepser Jolivette Lawrence Krier Caledonia Irene Peterson Houston James Stenberg Lila Hanson Holmen August H. Bender Clara Munz la Crosse Samuel B. Heffacy Larel Lucy B. Lynch

Belief in Shanghai Rumors of Chinese Change

Washington officials say reports of a Peking government overthrow are unfounded. A message from Pekin dated yesterday, responding to President Hau Shih Chang, was recalled at the White House and contains no confirmation of upheaval.

Washington Shanghai Peking White House Hau Shih Chang Chinee Republic Pekin

Attachment on Kobe Marquard's share of World Series receipts

In Cincinnati on October 14 secretary Joan B K Bruce of the national commission received a notice of attachment on pitcher Kobe Marquard's share of the World Series receipts. The action follows two New York judgments against the Brooklyn pitcher for 316.91 and 529.91 dollars. Heavy rain drenched Northern Minnesota and Northern Wisconsin, 2.7 inches reported, with general rainfall across the district alleviating fire threats.

Cincinnati Ohio Joan BK. Bruce National Commission Kobe” Marquand Brooklyn New York Wisconsin Minnesota Minuigota

Virginia to observe League of Nations Day on Oct 24

Richmond October 14 Davis urges Virginians to set aside Sunday October 24 as League of Nations day. The aim is to study the covenant with intelligence and patriotism and to approach the subject in an informed civic spirit.

Richmond Wvov Davis Virginia League of Nations

May Race Set Between Man o War and Exterminator

Philadelphia Oct 14 Samuel D. Riddle owner of Man o War considered a Kentucky Jockey Club offer for a match between his champion and Willy Star Kilner's five year old Exterminator for a purse of 50090 dollars in the can be.

Samuel D. Riddle Kentucky Jockey Club Wiley Starp Kilner

Obscure Philosopher Promises Fate Ahead in Airborne Meeting

A Boston Port brief reports a philosopher declaring that beginnings shape life while a young couple who met on a flight remains undetermined about their future, with the phrase up in the air underscoring uncertainty.

Tre Martiadife Boston

Parents and Teachers Meet High School Officers Elected

The first parents and teachers meeting at the high school drew a large crowd. Prof. E. D. Long of the Ta Crosse State Normal School spoke on moral honesty. Principal William Collinge urged parental cooperation to address crowding and student care. Officers elected: President Tom Mullers, Vice President Dr. George Rifnge, Secretary and Treasurer Cora Desmond.

Long Normal School Auditoriuum E. D. Long Ta Crosse State Normal School Alice Pateracki Brose Mary ¥Olz William Collinge Hgh Ton Mullers George Rifnge Cora

Cox Opens New York Talks October 23

New York October 14 Governor Cox Democratic presidential nominee will speak in and about New York on Saturday October 23 at the Democratic national headquarters. Senator Harrison said the message from Harry New Chicago indicated Cox would lead a joint debate. New is to decide at Chicago headquarters. Fordney urged tariff issue to be campaign priority, warning the situation is critical and cannot be obscured by the league of nations or other issues.

New York Cox Pat Harrison Democratic National Speakers’ “Bureau Harey &. New Temibuican National Chicago Coxlea ‘Ding Harrison Mada Midlinx Fordney Michigan Chaiman League of Nations

Four Utilities Board Members Ousted in New Jersey

Governor Edwards removed four members of the state board of public utility commissioners on charges of misconduct in office and neglect of duty. A special Senate session was called to confirm appointments of a new board including three Republicans and one Democrat. One member had resigned earlier. hearings were held.

Trenton N. J Edwards State Board of Public Utility Commissioners Senate

Governor Philipp Won't Issue League of Nations Proclamation

Madison Wis Oct 14 No proclamation will be issued by Governor Philipp designating October League of Nations as a specific day He declares the league should be limited to a single day discussion and wants the matter to continue as it is an ongoing topic.

Madison Wis Philipp League of Nations League of ‘Nation

Wheat stocks smaller in United States on Oct 1

The department of agriculture estimated United States wheat stocks on October 1 at 608 million bushels, down from 648 million bushels on the same date last year. The figures reflect total stocks in the country and show a decline year over year.

Washington United States Department of Agriculture

Orioles Defeat Apostles 6 to 5 In Fifth Game Title

Baltimore, champions of the International League, defeated St Paul, the American Association winner, 6 to 5 in the fifth game of the minor league championship series in St Paul amid fan protests against umpire calls. With three wins for Baltimore and one for St Paul, Baltimore needs one more victory to clinch the title. next game scheduled Friday here.

ST. Paul, Minn Baltimore St. Paul Saints Origles

Badger Consumers League Meeting Today at Oshkosh

Oshkosh Wisconsin October 14 a number of legislative activities outlined at a meeting of the Badger Consumers League of Wisconsin. The session discussed an eight hour day for women higher minimum wage hotel workers 53 hour week law for hotel staff age 15 schooling required and officers were elected Mrs J W Strathear Manitowoc became president and Mrs H W Thompson Kanasha Wis named recording secretary. Speakers urged voters to engage economic issues for democracy and humanitarian progress while Allen T Burns urged cooperation over coercion.

Oshkosh, Will Conquinery’ League of Wisconsin Thin Vie State Conference of Social Work Gerde J. WY. Strathear Manitowoc William Kittle Madison State League Mra HW FL Thompson Kankauna Wis Social Workers Graham Gaylor Chicago Allen T. Burns New York

Italian Diplomat Returns Home on Leave of Absence

Washington, Oct 14. Baron Avezzina Italian ambassador to the United States sails for Italy October 22 aboard the Adriatic on leave of absence. Rome reports a possible transfer of the ambassador and inquiries about another attaché, but no decision has been made and no change is expected for the present.

Washington Baron Ca Romano Aveszana United States

Plot to blow up Detroit mayor's home foiled

Detained laborer Stanely Obolewicz is investigated for an alleged plot to bomb Mayor James Couzens home. Police say four men offered him 20000 to carry out the attack. The mayor's residence remains under guard as authorities probe the claim. Also ships entering Norfolk face seizures for liquor cargo under federal prohibition enforcement, with boarding of all incoming vessels announced.

Detroit Detroy Mich Get Stanley Obolewicz James Cousens Obolewicz Couzens Era Norfolk Brame Brawe

Watchmen and Gates Sought for Three Grade Crossings

District Attorney Kueren T Bald Supervisors A N Moore and Olin Kindley appeared before Carl D Jackson of the Wisconsin railroad commission in a courthouse bearing Today to press a petition for gates and watchmen at three dangerous Burlington crossings north of the Country Club on the North Salem line south of Ona diska and near the canning factory in Onalaska.

Kueren T. Bald A. N. Moore Olin Kindley Carl 2D. Jackson Railroad Commtssion of Wisconsin Burlington Country Club North Salem Reza Onadiska Onalaska Canning Factory

U.S Invited to Name Member of League Commission

Washington reports that the League of Nations council unofficially invites the United States to appoint a representative to a commission to undertake settlement of the dispute between Finland and Sweden over the Aland Islands. The American government has expressed attitude toward the appointment but would not disclose policy.

Washington Tengue of Nations Comnsel United States Finland Sweden Aland Islands State Department Jals

Early Lacrosse Settler Frank Bergen Dies in Ashland

Chet J. B. Webber reports the death of Frank D. Bergen of Ashland an early settler once employed by the Milwaukee road and later an engineer at coal docks. He is survived by three sisters. Omaha World-Herald notes printers strike over wage disputes. Youngstown reports steel price discussions. La Crosse to host Democratic rally with John Burke and Col R B McCoy to speak. plan details pending.

Frank D. Bergen Ashland Omaha Neb Omaha World Herald Youngstown Armomobile Detroit Burkr GurMer Wartt Ak Noteworths Empaign la Crosse Joh Burke United States North Dakota R. B McCoy John F. Doherty Tillazes

President's Wife Donates to League Fund in New York

New York on October 14 Mrs Woodrow Wilson contributed 100 dollars as one of a thousand women to support League of Nations efforts. In a letter to the Democratic Women’s Bureau she said she was glad to join the appeal and enclosed the check. The same day Democratic and Republican campaigns reported funds raised to support their respective presidential contests.

New York Woodrow Wilso League of Nations Women's Bureau Democratic National Committee Wilson League of Uctions Burwu League Penn William H. Williams Josefa M. Price City Club of New York Receunt Gerged Agre

General Strike Grips London and Italy Railways

A two hour nationwide strike disrupts London and Italy as protests over arrest of political offenders opposing the policy toward Russia halt trains. Rome dispatch notes three hour window with trains stopped across affected areas.

London Italy Russia Rome

Seven More HSS Eliminated in Incarmy Endurance Race

The 400 mile endurance event at Whithiver Junction saw twenty seven mounts start but only sixteen survive to reach Camp with a hard-fought test whittling the field. Kentucky thoroughbreds David Craig and Moscova moved up on the leaders as Bonkin and Benise closed the gap, keeping the pace tight in treacherous conditions.

Whithiver Junction Unis Oly Imon Andr Gunkie Milo Denise Sermyre Mount Service Sam Kentucky David Craig Moscova Pate Bonkin Benise Ted

Kansas Governor Predicts Westward Republican Landslide

New York dispatch reports Kansas Governor Allen speaking to Republican leaders at party headquarters. He urged unity to dismiss Wilson and the Wilsonian system, warned against international league interference, and predicted a Republican landslide rivaling Parker’s historic victory. He called for realism and a strong domestic program amid foreign policy chatter.

Actress Hairstyles and a Simple Hair Care Mixture

A survey shows many leading actresses owe their beauty to hair care rather than soap. They use a teaspoon of cent er from a drugstore mixed with hot water as a shampoo replacing ordinary soap. The liquid softens oils, brightens color, and leaves hair fluffy and heavy with luster and softness.

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