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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1946
Page
4
A Bible verse from Ecclesiastes 9 16 is cited in the La Crosse Tribune text noting that wisdom is shown to be superior to strength but the poor man’s wisdom and words are often ignored.
In Kwajalein and surrounding atolls the Marshallese, once ruled by Spain Germany and Japan, await return of American religious workers to rebuild chapels establish primary and secondary schools and possibly a university The author notes the desire for phonographs athletic gear and native language radio broadcasting while highlighting wartime losses and the islands future under American administration.
Navy Run coal mines enters a long temporary nationalization with Adm. Moreell supervising operations. Production remains strong, miners enjoy favorable terms, and operators keep profits high as the government maintains control past weeks with little rush to exit until perhaps next spring.
A Chicago Journal of Commerce survey shows demand for nearly all goods remains at peak, production near peacetime highs, and full employment achieved. Key bottlenecks include materials and rising costs, with labor and transport strains ahead.
Observers note a shift from Versailles 1919 with small nations now heard at Paris. The Big Four still dominate but delegates press for protecting their interests, signaling a move toward broader participation though not full democracy.
The city of Nuernberg in Germany asks the Allies to pay 4.09 dollars for the funeral expenses of Robert Ley the Nazi labor leader who hanged himself while awaiting trial. Local officials argue the bill is the conquerors responsibility and refuse to pay.
Early prophecies warned of scarce lodging for travelers this summer, but resorts report strong demand and full capacity. Prices for meals remain normal with no $20 hamburger sandwiches signaling a market shakeup.
The Christian Science Monitor discusses two aviation viewpoints. Civil aeronautics administrator T P Wright argues noise reduction is essential for airports nationwide and could dim aviation’s future if not solved. Industry groups deny wartime byproducts were the problem, urging quieter designs to ease real estate and housing tensions near New York’s air routes.
The Marshfield common council orders parking meters for the business district. Officials argue meters won’t increase space but will improve turnover and utilization of existing spots. Public reaction remains largely negative at first.
The article notes the new congress plans to return to Washington with higher salaries, supported by members and Mr. Truman who argue for more money in the job. It mentions the Mead war profits investigation committee already exploring the issue for possible action.
In Marshalltown Iowa the Times Republican argues that while federal tax cuts face limits due to the national debt, any tax relief must be tied to reducing the debt rather than funding what it terms New Deal crackpot schemes.
Fond du Lac has kept a curfew bell for many years though enforcement of the curfew ordinance has waned. The longtime municipal reminder has largely become a ceremonial symbol with limited practical use in recent times.
A quotation by Dr Karl Bowman of the University of California Medical School criticizes a cultural schizophrenia that avoids world problems by denial. Another remark by Undersecretary of Commerce Alfred Schindler urges minimal government interference with normal business processes.
Romey Stadtler from St. Mary’s d-ball outpaced Peter Ray of Cathedral to win the CYO golf tournament. Stadtler trailed after 16 holes and captured 17 and 18 to win one up on the 20th green.
Hon Charles Linse of La Crosse is among 100 farmers appointed by Governor Davidson to travel to Rock Island for the farmers national convention October 9 to 14. Fifteen state game wardens scour the Mississippi region around La Crosse to end duck shooting during the season opening September 1.
Charleston reports two young men are missing as air sea rescue units and private divers search Otter Island for the fate of the scow T and T after it grounded off Sullivan's Island. Earlier, rescuers found the bodies of two companions. the scow apparently capsized in a storm. Those aboard included Jimmy Burmester 21 and Thomas Condon 20 from Sullivan's Island and Charleston respectively.
The La Crosse Tribune and Leader Press operate as the La Crosse Tribune Co publication with noted editors and offices at La Crosse Wisconsin. It is a long standing newspaper established in 1904 and affiliated with the Associated Press and Lee Syndicate.
John Wyngaard reports that Tom Coleman, head of Wisconsin’s Republican voluntary committee, sees a victory in repulsing the La Follette challenge and boosting Joe McCarthy’s Senate bid. Coleman plans party unity with Gov. Goodland to strengthen the GOP against Democrats in the fall.
Readers submit questions to the La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau seeking facts on elements and awards. Answers cover chemistry, religion, currency circulation, knitting, athletic rosters, geography, numeral puzzles, government titles, and veteran college eligibility procedures.
It touts an up to date authoritative dictionary with 21000 definitions, 378 pages, illustrations, and supplements on current words phrases errors origins and abbreviations. Bounded in durable cover the school friendly book costs 25 cents postpaid from the La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau Washington DC.
Mail to Washington D C. The line appears as an address directive for a notice or submission.
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru promotes an inter Asian relations conference and calls for India to develop closer relations with Russia. He envisions a bloc uniting east culturally economically and politically as a counterbalance in world affairs. Nehru warns against a split world order and notes the bloc's potential dangers.
Editor notes that letters to the Public Debate column must include names and addresses to be considered. Without attached names and addresses, letters receive no consideration.
A taxpayer urges property owners to organize a landlords strike in response to rising taxes and upkeep costs while rents remain stagnant and landlords are constrained by the OPA. He argues owners fund the city and deserve a say in governance.
Nobel laureate Harold Urey outlined three options arising from the atomic bomb's existence. He argued only international control can avert major war, saying no military defense can stop atomic knowledge from spreading. Urey teaches chemistry at the University of Chicago.
Lieut. Gen. William D. Morgan charged Belgrade newspapers with printing entirely false versions of the July 12 clash in which American and Yugoslav soldiers were killed. He said the reports aimed to divert attention from Yugoslav troops in zone A Venezia Giulia under Allied control. Also, the 88th Division said one of two Yugoslav officers accused of an Aug. 9 assault cleared U S military police.
Wisconsin entries dominated the state fair horse show with multiple top finishes. Notable results include Fancy Free taking two thirds in children’s hunters and Wisconsin hunters, Princess Roberta second in five gaited combination, Enchanting Queen first in saddle bred brood mares, and Atomic Bomb claiming first in three gaited amateur owned and ridden.
Homeless Britons, who squat in empty military camps, plan to ask the United States for permission to move into a former American camp at Amersham. A Daily Mail report says a delegation will seek an audience with U S Ambassador Harriman, bypassing British officials.
Shanghai reports a new official rate of 3350 Chinese dollars per American dollar, up from 2020. The move aims to boost exporters by increasing yuan receipts but shocks firms with large yuan exposure, causing about a one third loss for some. Others using U S dollars gain a short term edge until markets adjust.
Uncle Rays Corner explains that Indian corn originated in the Americas with cultivation centuries before Columbus. It notes Europe used terms like corn for grain, identifies the United States as the top producer with Iowa and Illinois leading, and Ontario Canada as a minor producer. It lists corn pests such as rust smut leaf blights chinch bugs earworms and borers.
Announcement offers a free illustrated leaflet Your Body at Work. Send a self addressed stamped envelope to Uncle Ray in care of this newspaper to obtain a copy.
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