17 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1921
Page
1
Turbulent budget debate in Washington as Senate Finance Committee advances house tax bill amendments. Provisions target hotel occupancy taxes, office furniture, and luxury items with 10 percent levies above thresholds, risking an $18 million Treasury shortfall amid shifts in rates and exemptions.
The article compares surtaxes in the current tax bill with those in the Senate revision. It lists proposed surtax rates and notes the present law maximum of 3 percent in the House bill. The text includes figures and references to sections that illustrate the differences between the two versions.
Police roundup multiple suspects in a dual murder case in Chicago Illinois. Witnesses describe alibis and statements as officers press for confessions. Authorities focus on two individuals Chaee ene Wilder and Milan Wayker while trying to confirm sole responsibility and possible accomplices.
Minnesota authorities report a brisk hunt license issuance with 202 permits issued in a day. The record pace followed by details of multiple days shows a surge as the hunting season nears. In unrelated news a farmer in Escanaba, Michigan, Leo Lemure Fin Rock, was found dead by hanging, suspected suicide linked to long illness and possible prior insanity.
Roscoe C. Arbuckle’s arraignment on a manslaughter charge connected to actress Virginia Rappe’s death was continued to September 20. The postponement keeps the comedian jailed while prosecutors pursue the murder case. bail remains set and further action awaited.
An old Minnesota method uses cheap molasses on a stick to reveal water in gasoline. Inspector Nilsson and Shute describe a simple test where a dipped stick shows moisture as molasses releases from the stick, indicating water content in the tank bottom.
The letter from Lloyd George warns Ireland that breaking off talks would risk recognizing an independent Ireland under a foreign power. He argues negotiations must continue under a conference representing an independent state, preserving Ireland’s rights without undermining the British crown. He cautions that abandoning the conference could deny a settled constitutional framework.
London reports Prime Minister Lloyd George warns that receiving Sinn Fein delegates as representatives of an independent state would recognize Ireland’s severance from the king’s domains. De Valera protests that such a conference would be prejudiced if Ireland’s position is not fully understood. A Daglas Dawson and a dentist were summoned for the King George event as tensions rise over the proposed talks.
Willi Hann petitions for divorce from Minnie Hann alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and desertion. He claims she struck him with a shoe and with a poker during quarrels, and on April 19 she took their two daughters, aged 14 and 10, to a neighbor’s home and has not returned.
The rammilioc in charre of ir parade announces a parade Tuesday afternoon forming on side streets into Lontly Fourth Street between Market and King, moving at 1 30 pm city time. Only those in proper formation will receive action tags at the fair grounds. check Monday edition for position details.
An extended family of the ree tribe of Lidivns holds a reunion at Nelson house. Sarah Darby is 112 and the common ancestor of six generations. Members include Caroline Spence 90 John Donker 70 Spence 44 Sinfah Neakey and Teming Donk myo. The gathering spans multiple generations with enduring ties and a canoe journey of 150 miles noted.
Sir Ernest Shackleton embarks from London aboard the Quest for a two year voyage to explore uncharted Antarctic regions. Supporters gather at the docks to wish him and his party a successful expedition as the small ship leaves the Thames on Saturday.
Knutson calls for immediate steps to improve La Crosse unemployment. He cites Milwaukee and Racine efforts, urges local employers to survey needs, and praises cross city cooperation. He notes lawmakers and business leaders must act to expand jobs, with plans for public works and housing development.
State prohibition officers raided five local drink emporiums. Wodzynski arraigned on destroying evidence after agents seized liquor and found it emptied before capture. Evidence stored in Sheriff Miller's office. bail set at 500 dollars for Wodzynski, next hearing slated. Police provided few details on raids or seized quantities.
Hay fever sufferers from Wisconsin Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma Minnesota attended the National Hay Fever Association meeting in Duluth Minnesota. J T Filgerild of Omiahin named president Carl Halvorson of Minneapolis vice president and Wm T Drummond of Madison Wisconsin secretary treasurer. Regulation changes seek to curb offensive words and promote weed destruction. About 1000 patients visited Duluth for the event and meeting remarks noted rising allergy concerns.
In Kenosha Wisconsin Alex Nedweek lost $2500 in small denomination bills kept in a headkerchief. His three children found the money and burned it in the kitchen stove, mother watched as ashes were scraped for evidence. Nedweek had been finalizing a farm purchase with his brother in law Juling Krupinsky when the loss occurred.
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