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La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1949

Page

4

Child’s life saved after pin removed from stomach

Diana Christianson, two, of Viroqua, bled no more after doctors in La Crosse removed an open safety pin from her stomach. The operation, performed after an X ray showed the pin near the small intestine, ended with her discharge from the La Crosse clinic.

Diana Christianson Viroqua la Crosse Harry Kistianson Diana Chicago Tribune Harry Christianson

Holds Claw Machines Illegal In Wisconsin

Madison, Wis. coin operated claw machines are illegal says Atty. Gen. Thomas Fairchild in an opinion for Oneida county district attorney F. W. Rodd. He likened the claw to a boxing glove and noted its size exceeds most prizes making control impractical.

Madison Wis Thomas Fairchild F. W. Rodd Oneida County Fairchild

Milwaukee investment firm manager found dead in hotel room

Walter E. Terwilliger of Fond du Lac, aged 60, identified as Milwaukee company investment firm manager, was found dead in his Pfister hotel room last night. Death appears from natural causes according to authorities.

Milwaukee Walter E. Terwilliger Fond du Lac The Milwaukee Company Pfister

La Crosse Monsignor Honored by International Philately Groups

Rt Rev Msgr Ferdinand Cech of St Wenceslaus parish receives praise for his Latinaly of the Saints and is elected president of the International Society for Constructive Philately in France. He notes the society has 1000 members in Germany and publishives in five languages. He also becomes an honorary member of the Guild of Collectors of Christian Stamps in St Gabriel, Germany.

Msgr Ferdinand Cech St. Wenceslaus Pope Pius International Society For Constructive Philately France Germany Signor The Guild of Collectors of Christian Stamps St. Gabriel

Press debate on publishing divorce actions in England

Lord Killanin in Dublin argues restricting published divorce actions could curb public sickeness, suggesting social column placement as the preferable route to reduce divorces in England. The remark reflects concerns over sensationalism and improvised disclosure in crisis reporting.

Lord Killanin Dublin Eire England

Charleston Revival Sparks Dance Craze Across New York

In New York, juniors and seniors revive the Charleston as the era’s granddaddy jitterbug. Charles Columbus of Fred Astaire studios traces its origins to South Carolina Negroes and notes its return with old tunes and movie-era momentum. He runs a studio with 34 rooms and a $40,000 rhythm machine to teach the revived dance.

New York Junior Papa la Belle Joan Crawford Charleston Ginger Rogers Independence Charles Columbus Fred Astair Columbus South Carolina Broadway Palace Theater

La Crosse Highway Costs Reported for July Month

The La Crosse city highway department spent 10 122.39 in the month ending July 11, slightly under the June 15 total of 10 328.47. Unimproved street maintenance led with 1 314.84, followed by items including 745.30 hindering unimproved streets and 735.72 cement curb and gutter.

City Highway Department Common Council Pettibone Park Road

Wisconsin Wardens Arrest 335 Persons in July

Wisconsin wardens reported 335 people arrested in July, with 140 for fishing without a license or using a borrowed license. The conservation department released the figures Thursday in Madison.

Madison Wis Wisconsin Conservation Department

Convention Attends Photographers Association of America

Helen May Hoeft of Paramount Photo Shop attends the 58th annual convention of the Photographers Association of America at the Stevens Hotel in Chicago Illinois. She is among thousands of professional cameramen at the gathering.

Helen May Hoeft Paramount Photo Shop Photographers’ Association of America Stevens Hotel Chicago Ill

Keep Minister Warm The Methodist Church Installs Electric Fireplace

The Methodist church at Great Male England has installed an electric fireplace in its pulpit as a new feature. The move aims to provide warmth during services and is described as a practical enhancement for the parish.

Great Male England

Eldest centenarians in Tokyo share longevity tips

Eight Japanese centenarians, led by 109 year old Seiza buro Kitaoka, explain their longevity in a Tokyo Mainichi interview. They stress restraint in eating, daily routines, temple visits, and simple habits like trimming meals to under 80 percent, navely noting health is linked to modest living.

Tokyo Japan Seizaburo Kitaoka Takamatsu Shikoku Commodore Perry Kitaoka Mainichi Yoshizo Nakashiro Kamo Kurusu Toki Hashimoto

Russian Shoe Output Policy Sparks Pair Gap

A policy limiting to one shoe pair per two people of the eligible population draws criticism. Officials cite equity goals while critics warn of practical shortages and enforcement challenges. Local observers note impacts on families and workers awaiting footwear.

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