Wisconsin tourism set for record year say officials
Madison reports from the Wisconsin Conservation Department and state officials indicate a peak tourist season with strong visitor volume and higher motor fuel tax receipts. Officials cite promotional efforts expanding into new regions and a push to lengthen the vacation season through winter recreation and ski promotion.
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Today in History snapshot from August 10, 1966
Events include Japan's 1945 surrender offer under Potsdam terms, historic motto proposal for the U S seal, Missouri statehood 1821, Smithsonian Institute founding 1846, and France declaring war in 1914. Mentions Johnson signings, housing bill, Suez crisis discussions, and Kennedy era succession notes.
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Marine Pfc Stephen K Elliot Serves In Viet Nam
Stationed in Viet Nam Pfc Stephen K Elliot son of Mrs Ruth Elliott 514 State St serves with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 a unit of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing based at Da Nang airfield in Viet Nam.
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