13 Dec 1920
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Newspaper
Sheboygan Press
Location
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR describes a fatal incident with multiple deaths and unclear names. The text references a person named Pallute and mentions a car and a poet but provides no clear event details or locations. The piece reads as garbled notes from a larger report with no verifiable facts.
The Johnson immigration bill is amended to pause all immigration for a year. The measure, pushed by Alonso, moves to the Senate where it is expected to face opposition and likely defeat.
President Culbertson of Mio College tendered his resignation at a trustees meeting. He says he wishes to devote more time to education and teach, leaving the college administration to focus on other duties.
The steamer We Dr Crawford, owned by Cleveland interests, ran aground three miles north of Milhwankou harbor with 11 000 tons of coal aboard. Efforts were made to aid the vessel. About thirty three men were aboard, and no leak was reported though a storm could worsen strain.
Bread in Milwaukee drops to 11 cents for one and a half pound loaves and 10 cents for half loaves as state Bureau of Markets investigates price movements. Dillingham Manufacturing Co files amendment raising capital from 190000 to 200000 with the register of deeds.
Constantinople reports Wrangel's fleet, fresh from a defeat by the Soviet army near Crimea, sails north toward Africa. The force includes one dreadnought, two cruisers, four gunboats, seven destroyers, four ships, four icebreakers, three school ships, and three tugs. General Wrangel remains aboard the cruiser Kormalloff. The Livoy destroyer sinking in the Black Sea, with the loss of four crew, is confirmed.
Murfon Ohio reports pressure on Press ent led Harding to safeguard the League with conditions. Elihu Root, a powerful Republican figure, plans to defend the organization of the world court under the League and discuss concessions to U.S. public opinion on immigration and the Monroe Doctrine. Rev William Wesley Hill was also scheduled to visit Harding at the White House.
At Oshkosh directors name Green Bay as host city for the state bowling tournament to run from February 10 to March 24. Elected officers include G. W. Kent of Sheboygan as president Geo Titan of Oshkosh as vice president and T. VanTock of Green Bay as secretary treasurer.
Marshall Kramer and police investigated a stranger at Eichart Lake believed to be missing Actton Bregant. The man Joel Musinsich 42 Milwaukee ex brickyard worker showed head pains and became violent breaking village windows. He is held for mental examination at county jail.
Employers of the Lonsdale Company and the Lincoln Bleachers announced a wage decrease that will take effect December 20. About 1690 employees are affected.
President Wilson urged Americans to donate to aid three and a half million children in central Europe facing starvation. The appeal cites widespread hunger and appeals for broad financial support to relieve urgent relief needs.
City property owners face record tax rates with little if any permanent improvements to show for costs. The piece analyzes 1918 through 1920 rates, noting large increases driven by state and county taxes and higher city valuations, with ward by ward comparisons and hypothetical owner impact.
A Wisconsin federal grand jury asks Congress to modify the Eighteenth Amendment to allow restricted sale of beer and light wines in grocery stores or food emporiums. The report cites widespread moonshining, health hazards, and calls for remedial legislation while condemning current prohibition effects in lumber camps and cities.
A powerful blast at the Atlas Powder Company plant near Pittsburg, Kansas, early this morning severely burned two men. The explosion shook Pittsburg and shattered numerous windows in the area.
The New Bedford Cotton Manufacturers Association announces a 22 percent wage reduction across all affiliated mills. The cuts take effect next Monday, impacting about 40 000 operatives.
Anton Klemsbek a 59 year old Austrian bachelor was found hanging by a thin twine around his neck on a sprinkler pipe on the third floor of the American Hide and Leather Co tannery. Coroner Dr Van Zanten ruled death by his own action and a note cited unrequited love. He formerly lived with sister Mrs Frank Repenshek at 714 Georgia Ave. Funeral set for 9 am tomorrow at St Cyril Methodist Church and burial in North Side Catholic cemetery.
Associate Press reports Pacific Mills and Arlington Mills in Lawrence announce wage reductions effective December 20 affecting 16 000 operatives, about half the city's textile workforce. The notice pegs the cut near 22 to 46 percent as per a recent manufacturers conference, hoping to reassure merchants despite broader industry action.
A devastating fire yesterday reduced the Monmouth Clay Mfg Co plant in Monmouth West to ashes. The loss is estimated at 600000 dollars and the blaze caused extensive damage to the facility and surrounding property. Officials investigate cause and assess insurance implications.
The annual meeting and election of officers of the North Side Improvement Association occurs tonight at 8 in the annex of Turner Hall. Officers aim for a large turnout and a noteworthy year end, with discussion of matters and a smoker after the session. A Sheboygan Gas Light representative will speak on city gas conditions, and pamphlets from Congressman Radward Voigt will be distributed.
Reverend Edward Krause is installed as pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in a large ceremony. The service included a sermon by Rev Proehl, readings, hymns, and choir selections as Krause takes the pastorate and the congregation gathers with attending clergy from nearby churches.
Memorial services for Gustavus Weintermeyer post No. 187 G.A.R. were held at Mead Hall at 2:20 Sunday afternoon with Rev. M. R. Brandt delivering a fitting eulogy. The post officers led the song service and taps were sounded for each departed member. The roll of honor lists Chas. Grasse, Charles Nack, Henry Prange, and Shlay J. Crocker, all fallen in recent years, as the post reflected on heritage, liberty, and national greatness guided by the memory of those who served.
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