17 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1920
Page
1
A dense, OCR laden dispatch surveys global tension and the search for peace. It notes US and Allied efforts to stabilize amid Russian and European turmoil, calling attention to leadership shifts, economic pressures, and public sentiment while referencing figures and places such as Poland Russia Lenine and Europe. The piece hints at political maneuvering within American parties and the broader interdependence of nations.
The sixteenth annual meeting of the Western Wisconsin Teachers association will be held in La Crosse with sessions Friday and Saturday. Officers include President M. C. Bray of Sparta and Vice President Kana Ca Gays Mills. The program features talks on school governance, curricula, and teaching methods, with demonstrations and round tables at the Normal school and high school.
A diplomatic liquor dispute unfolds in Washington as U S treasury tightens customs rules for diplomats baggage amid new prohibitions. Officials debate whether diplomatic baggage should avoid full inspection while pressure grows from state and treasury departments.
The Associated Press reports King Alexander faces a critical illness with a dangerous crisis in the night. Medical officials considered appointing a regent and delaying parliamentary actions to manage the crisis and ensure stability.
Ohio State won the first Western Conference game of the season in Columbus by 17 to 1 over Purdue. The Buckeyes broke Purdue’s shift with a clever fifteen yard pass for a first period TD and added a fourth quarter score after a passing attack carried them to the two yard line.
The Federal Reserve Board issued a statement Saturday night saying credit remains readily available for farmers to meet successive seasonal requirements of agriculture. The statement responds to agricultural groups asking the government to extend credit and notes wartime price and demand disturbances are unavoidable from economic dislocation.
Marquette trounced Ripon College with a 25 to 0 score as Crovin intercepted a forward pass and returned it 44 yards for a touchdown. Gustin starred for Ripon with multiple forward passes and steady play across the game.
London dispatch from Associated Press reports mass strikes across mining and industrial sectors in Britain. Labor leaders warn of widespread disruption. coal, rail, and ship movements may halt within days. Lloyd George plans to wait until Parliament convenes. troops remain on standby. London signs dim as coal rationing and food supplies tighten amid anticipated protests.
In Sarthield Minnesota Carleton edged a tightly fought game with stout defense and late stands near the goal line. Both teams produced equal chances and penalties as the outcome hung on a final decisive moment.
Thousands of former sailors soldiers and marines march in uniform along Fifth Avenue in New York to show the country their enduring support for the nation. Veterans from France and other theaters assemble in a grand homecoming with flags bright and crowds cheering.
An officer withheld an arrest warrant for Edward Sailstad after a cottage blaze near Take Nebasa r and his disappearance. Deputy District Attorney Kennedy said the warrant would stay sealed until Sailstad is located amid a joint investigation by federal, state, and local authorities into the fire and missing person case.
In Cleveland, Governor James M. Cox said the Japanese California land controversy is a domestic question. He argued the issue falls under national jurisdiction and should be handled by the government, claiming it would be a purely internal matter.
Harvard easily defeated Williams 38 to 9 in Cambridge Mass scoring five touchdowns and a field goal. Williams was held scoreless for the opening periods while Harvard dominated with two standout forward passes by Boynton and a strong running game.
Senator Harding pressed expansion of American banking and merchant marine, and inland waterways to boost foreign trade with Mexico, South America, Asia, and Australia. He urged coordinated finance, transport, and canal policy, citing Europe and the Panama Canal as key to future American trade growth.
Miss Alexa L. Stirling, famed as a national Canadian and Southern champion, defeated Mrs WW A Gagin in the Bertheliyn tournament at Huntingdon Valley Country Club. Stirling completed her season without a loss for the 11th straight year, a feat unmatched by any woman.
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