Fair Opens With Largest And Best Yet At Fair
A bustling fair opens with the largest and best attractions yet. Judging of stock begins today as crowds admire a famous cow shown in a spirited Thursday program featuring races, purses, and gadgets.
19 Sep 1923
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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1923
Page
1
A bustling fair opens with the largest and best attractions yet. Judging of stock begins today as crowds admire a famous cow shown in a spirited Thursday program featuring races, purses, and gadgets.
Fragmentary text describes a boys event and performances at a school or club venue with mentions of Eddie, a march or parade, and various stage acts. The passage includes scattered names, locations, and notes on celebration, attendance, and a broader program. Overall coherence is limited by OCR errors and jumbled phrases.
Altenburg Germany reports that a will left by Mrs Marx, a Californian resident, bequeaths $10000 to the town to settle all municipal indebtedness. Debates among deputies focus on using the amount for principal or interest. The will, dated long ago, is being contested in California courts amid questions of heirs and validity.
The purchasing power of the dollar fell to 65 cents in June, based on average prices for commodities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the dollar's value versus 1913 levels, noting its lowest point since May 1926 and showing only slight improvement since then.
A light air plane piloted by Lieutenant Row anchored to a moving dirigible at Tangtey field Tuesday. The test showed potential for rapid small-aircraft operations from wing bases during wartime. The craft traveled about seventy five miles per hour, while the dirigible moved at a comparable speed as a line and tether apparatus linked the two craft.
Santa Barbara police chief issued a directive to arrest any driver with his right arm around a girl, though the rationale and practicality were unclear. Local officers indicated they understood the instruction and would enforce it strictly.
A city health department report confirms the birth of a 25th child to a woman known for multiple marriages and Mexican origin. Five of her children survive, while the most recent infant did not.
The national committee on prisons and juvenile labor announced that Reliance Manufacturing Company of Chicago will accept no more prison labor contracts with state governments. It joins a campaign to keep prison-made commodities out of the competitive market.
An airspeed record was set at Curtis Field with a pilot achieving 266 miles per hour over a measured one kilometer course. The pilot averaged 2415 miles per hour across four trials and, aided by a tailwind on one flight, nearly matched the 266 mph mark.
Announcement on Wednesday states the Child Welfare Special will be held over here for another day. On Thursday children under six years of age will be examined.
In Viroqua residents recount a baffling case centered on Jerisha Baird and her husband William. Neighbors recall a reclusive household near the lake and a stranger named Bartlow who sparked rumors of disguise. The family vanished overnight, leaving locals with more questions than answers.
Hope for a speedy settlement arose as web press men discussed returning to work under a few days' truce. The strikers named a committee of five to meet with printers and International Typographical Union representatives to seek terms.
Santa Barbara Calif By The Associated Press radio rampage hints from Point Arcede near north of the cove details an officer aboard a U S destroyer pierces course near Nursamet wrecking on rocks well north of Point Arcee The naval court heard testimony from Laurence F Bindrett now a station officer on board the U S T on the night of September 4
Philadelphia reports show W Freeland Benarick winning the Republican nomination amid belated returns and partial district gaps. The county ticket prevailed against independents as final tallies weighed against rivals, with the party’s line securing the nomination in the city.
A woman aided a motorist whose car was mired near Racine Wisconsin. A man in a tower fashion helped free the car and later returned the tape and paid a quarter for its use. Three small savings banks were taken from a home nearby and later dismissed. An unrelated Bermuda quake was felt with no damage reported.
Britain resists a proposed extension of ship seizure rights to twelve miles off shore while discussions with the United States proceed. State Department notes emphasize legal limits and avoid public disclosure of British objections as officials consider next steps at the imperial conference in London.
Coroner Tyna Whaley announced the death Wednesday after a structural collapse at the Saxe theater in New Janesville. A jury examined the scene Tuesday evening. a Charle Cochran boy survived under debris, two others escaped with minor injuries as plaster work was rushed for opening.
Dan Cunningham longtime superintendent of the Burlington northern division died at 6 o'clock Wednesday morning after a month long illness. Funeral set for Friday at 2 PM at his residence 207 West Avenue South, Kind. My omit flowers. The item notes McDonald’s loss of eyesight from an air tire incident, detailing inner tube debris injuring his face and eyes.
Fire in Berkeley destroyed over thirty five blocks as residents flee and police arrest seventeen printers during investigations. Military takes over area control. estimated property loss reaches ten million dollars, with ̂4,000 residents affected and UC Berkeley students among those displaced.
Paris dispatch reports French Premier Poincare and British Prime Minister Baldwin meeting to discuss reparations. An official communique warns no settlement expected during talks. Dated Paris with French President Millerand involved in reception arrangements.
Pioneer resident Joseph Ror of St Louis County faced a minor fine after a Sunday night collision when his speeding car struck and killed a wolf. The incident, described as unusual, reports a deputy collecting $12 from the state as a reportedly ordinary penalty.
William Z, a labor leader with ties to Omahawn in Chisago, spoke on Monday night and released Tuesday. He criticized the city jail as the most ghastly he has ever seen and vowed he would not return. In Washington, D. C, the destroyer McFarland was damaged off Newport during night maneuvers after a collision, heading under escort to Boston. In Manitowoc, Joseph Pfeffer, 75, a pioneer businessman, committed suicide by hanging in his garage Tuesday evening.
Oklahoma City reports martial rule nears crisis with Governor Walton's authority under scrutiny. Adjutant General faces court orders over habeas corpus, while legislators plan an extraordinary session to probe conditions and possible impeachment actions.
Autos of Warner Wagner and Bert Douglas collide on Copeland Avenue. Bert Tindelas of Liberty Street faces hearing September 21 for charges related to a crash that damaged cars and injured occupants. Eyewitnesses describe Wagner’s vehicle striking Douglas as both cars pursued parallel paths, with debris and damaged tires noted.
Reports from Port Vendas on the Prairio-Spanish frontier warn that a counter revolution in Spain may occur soon. Party chiefs hear rumors of expulsions and many prominent figures are preparing to leave before forced departures across the frontier.
An unidentified motorist, claiming to be Vincent M M Grennan of Tintratt and a congressman and circuit judge elect, was arrested in Utica on reckless driving charges after crashing a boy’s bicycle. Bail set at 50 dollars for appearance in court.
Five bandits held a town at Ayan during Tuesday overnight, blasting Nevandis door of the First State Bank for two hours before gaining entry to the currency fund. They fled with about $3.00 and vanished. Explorer Paul J. Rainey dies of stroke aboard the Saxon while en route from Southampton to Capetown, confirmed by radio from Grace Rainey Rogers.
Weather report notes likely night and Thursday showers with little temperature change. Minnesota forecast shows possible showers in southeast portions with not much change in temperature. Overall unsettled conditions with occasional rain and light winds through daytime and night.
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