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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1948
Page
4
The Wisconsin show of a century uses 24 industrial groups and a $300,000 exhibit. Alice in Dairyland, two full farms, and historic displays highlight Wisconsin progress. Grandstand entertainment closes each day as La Crosse and Chippewa Falls day approaches.
A Bible proverb reflects that a person plans his path but ultimate direction comes from the Lord guiding each step. The maxim emphasizes human planning and divine oversight in life journeys.
A Bir arm of the National Guard staged a three and a half hour mock attack over Wisconsin and Illinois with 38 B 26 bombers and 46 F 51 escorts from Illinois Michigan Missouri and Wisconsin. Regular officers noted had the attack been real 72 tons of bombs would have hit Milwaukee area and fuel depots.
The document outlines criticisms of FBI handling and congressional investigations into postwar espionage. It cites opposition to indictments, calls for public presentment, and questions over evidence sharing and witness cooperation. It anticipates future revelations after a potential change in administration.
The WAUKESHA FREEMAN notes newsprint has surged to 100 dollars a ton, forcing newspapers to tighten economies. Canada dominates supply and labor disputes threaten future costs, challenging press accessibility and the ability to keep the public informed.
The Christian Science Monitor argues that lawmakers cannot simply cure inflation with laws nor admit defeat. It cites foreign examples of price restraint alongside liberty and urges Americans to separate politics from prices and renew wartime restraint.
Former Romanian or foreign minister Gregosire Gavencu describes a shifting dividing line in Europe marked by a sand border, saying it can retreat westward at Moscow’s order.
A outspoken plea against totalitarian domination and oppression. The speaker argues that lif e should not be crushed by any regime whether Nazi or church authority, urging resistance to coercive power.
Gov Rennebohm seeks county district endorsements as Wisconsin Republicans grapple with internal divisions and a strong challenge from Ralph Immell. Reported indifference within local units weakens the incumbent’s position while the so called machine politics decline amid factional tensions.
MADISON Wisconsin overdue pay policy remains monthly until 1949 when the legislature may change it Gov Rennebohm asked Atty Gen Broadfoot for a ruling on twice monthly pay Broadfoot said legislative action is needed and Rennebohm favors modernization and will likely push for change next year
Dr. Lee M. Thurston of Lansing is Michigan's new superintendent of public instruction appointed yesterday by Governor Sigler. He succeeds former chief Dr. Eugene B. Elliott who resigned July 1 to become president of Michigan State Normal College. Thurston will lead a study committee to recommend revision of the state's school law.
Michigan's conservation department releases its deer hunting dope sheet based on last year's reports. Roscommon County continues to hold the largest kill, with about one hunter in five in Roscommon. The county logged 23,055 deer taken according to the agency.
Richard Schilling son of Mr and Mrs Gus Schilling 1127 Cass Street is among 1000 delegates at the International Association of Y's Men's clubs convention in Long Beach California The gathering includes state territorial and 27 nations with the theme Gold is Where You Find It Schilling represents La Crosse Y's Men’s organization
A 50 cent piece from 1856 found during Fort Crawford digs at Villa Louis in Prairie du Chien is noted along with locals Elmer and Mrs. Bess returning from a Canada Minnesota trip. Mentions of A N McMillin head coach of College All Stars courting Clyde Smith for drills at Northwestern and a string of thirty, twenty, and forty year recall items across La Crosse society.
Edwin B Hankinson reports Senate leaders pursue rules changes to end filibusters with a two thirds vote but face Democratic opposition. Taft warns of a longer fight as GOP plans to close loopholes amid a two week post election session and looming confrontation over cloture and daily journals. Southern Democrats vow a stiff challenge.
Readers urged to send letters to the Public Debate column with proper addresses or they will not be considered. The notice stresses inclusion of full name and valid address for publication.
A Cashton Wisconsin farm resident thanks the La Crosse Chamber of Commerce for the city county picnic. She notes the event shows appreciation for the people who keep the city running and extends praise to all organizers and workers.
A driver stalled in a busy town intersection amid honking and a changing signal received help from one good samaritan who pushed the car for a short distance. The grateful note credits the motorist and notes they proceeded to a station for repairs and vow not to be stalled again.
Howie Williams, tied to Terry Music in La Crosse for about three years, bought a partial interest in Hal Leonard Music Corp in Winona Minnesota. He will join the firm on September 1. Hal Leonard publishes music and services school bands in the area and recently began arranging popular members for school bands. The corporation was formed about a year and a half ago.
DeWitt MacKenzie links a strengthened Communist push in Asia to the European conflict, with Burma, Malaya, French Indochina, and Indonesia under heavy Bolshevik pressure. An Asiatic Cominform in Bangkok coordinates Far Eastern actions as Java leads a growing Communist influence, spurring plans for a Dutch-backed interim government in Indonesia.
A reader’s Q and A covers legal duty of bystanders to aid arrest, the two thirds rule at Democratic conventions, the Border Patrol role, stabilizers in ice cream, anti fly and mosquito campaigns, how to address the president, Ely Culbertson’s birthplace, pronunciation of a South Dakota town, and reasons for old covered bridges.
This vintage advertisement promotes a dog booklet titled Our Friend The Dog. It promises Byron style dog tribute, breed descriptions with photos by William Brown, and guidance on selection housebreaking bathing and care. It lists 33 breeds and AKC recognition, priced at 25 cents postpaid.
A La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau notice from Washington asks for 25 cents to obtain a booklet titled Dogs. The sender encloses the payment in a carefully wrapped coin and forwards it to the office at 216 Eye Street N. E. in Washington D C.
Publisher and editorial staff details for the La Crosse Tribune include W. T. Burgess as publisher and editors R. L. Bangsberg J. E. Lienlokken Alfred W. Rice G. G. Moriarity with circulation and advertising chiefs. Published daily and Sunday morning from La Crosse Wisconsin with subscription rates and delivery information.
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