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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1921
Page
1
A chaotic dispatch describes a federal sponge squad raid visiting three places in La Crosse before returning by train. The text notes no arrests and references a Grand Jury and federal actions, with unclear details and many garbled phrases.
The Senate approves a plan imposing a top income tax rate at fifty percent with all Republicans voting against. Debate centers on revenue sources and corporate taxes, with Senator Gerry proposing changes and a firm party divide noted in the record.
Berlin dispatch reports Chancellor Wirth and his cabinet resigned without a vote after a three hour session. The decision fulfilled the terms of the London ultimatum as Upper Silesia final consideration concluded.
In a contested divorce, Oliver and Mrs. Oliver dispute division of property from a period of shared finances. The record cites perjury hints and a request for investigation, with Mrs. Oliver denying certain claims as Oliver contends payments for the pine and other assets. The proceedings reveal tensions over custody, payments, and possible compromise talks before court.
Northbound routes to Molmon t Gatesville are in good condition with traffic easing toward Witona. Highway 21 to Viroc is clear, while eastbound lines to Idris BI-Te and Sparte show good conditions. Several roads in the region report rough patches and limited fuel, with caution advised near rivers and northern approaches to Hokak and Coledtinia.
Officials say rail clerks will not join the Big Five strike leaders in the walkout amid wage cuts. Half of the nation’s rail employees may stay at work while telegraphers and other unions consider action, with a nationwide walkout looming after wage reductions approved by the labor board.
In Columbus Attorney General Dauguertz said he did not expect a general railroad strike and that if one occurred the government would keep trains running. He avoided details on the westward trip or talks with rail officials while asserting prompt federal action. Warren S. Stone of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers indicated workers would follow orders from the railroad labor board or leadership, with next Wednesday Chicago hearings uncertain.
Across United States rail leaders announce a 160 percent walkout while freight cuts, service notes, and regulatory chatter ripple from Chicago to Cleveland and Columbus. Authorities expect a general strike with limited passenger disruption and ongoing freight adjustments.
GURUNGTOR LABOR MEN TO SPEAK AT ENGINEERS HALL Sunday evening in the city announced by organized labor leaders. A. Leveragton and S. Liarors, chairs, both of the Burlington system, will address the transportation workers and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers at Engineers Hall on the north side.
A jury in Minneapolis last week found a youth guilty of first degree murder in the April 27 death of Tote M. Catlin. The defendant, whose name appears as Jarjr, was sentenced to life imprisonment after the verdict. Prosecution said the motive involved pipes found in the defendant’s possession and tied to the crime.
A. F. Jewell head of the labor department speaks on the strike by rail shop crafts, urging patience as federal rules and wage conditions are disputed. He says the central issue is the rules built by veterans under federal control and warns against actions that could harm workers.
London reports no active negotiations ahead as Irish delegates led by Michel Colling prepare to return to Dublin with no major developments expected until talks resume Monday.
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