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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1948

Page

6

Four Power Talks Prolonged Amid Berlin Crisis Talks

The AP notes four high level talks on the German problem may continue in future. The U S sees more gain from prolonging discussions than Russia as Marshall Plan aid rolls out Greece nears end of communist rebellion. Britain France and the U S back Berlin blockade lift in exchange for terms but Russia seeks higher price. The aim remains to avoid a showdown while rebuilding military strength and economy.

Associated Press United States Russia Greece Moscow Marshal Tito Yugoslavia London Paris Britain France Berlin Germany U. S Europe Eavepy

Beef Trade Shifts as Canada Lifts Cattle Shipping Ban

ANAD eased a six year ban on shipping beef cattle and dressed beef into the United States. Canada can move feeder cattle for fattening across the border, potentially lowering U S dressed beef prices as peak prices drive profit margins. The move signals inflation driven by wartime rationing may ease as supply and demand rebalance.

Muncy United States Canta Canada Britain U.S Lings of Supply Doymand Canady Care

Unwelcome Joiners in Third Party Split

Henry Wallace announced his third party, drawing un savory supporters from communists and Dixiecrats. Gov. J Strom Thurmond of South Carolina rejected rabble rousers like Gerald L Smith while facing uneasy allies. The alignment shows hard factions converging despite leaders’ efforts to keep them away.

Henry Wallace States’ Rights Movement Washivelles Gov. J. Strom Thurmond South Carolina Gerald L. K. Smith

Clumsy Russia undermines prestige in latest incident

In the propaganda war, Russia has lost ground after a Soviet teacher in New York reportedly attempted self harm to avoid punishment. The episode, plus a spy-ring tale and threats to public opinion in Europe, highlights Moscow’s fragile image and the impact on communist influence in satellites and Western allies.

Washington Russia New York Moscow Foreign Office Kremlin Altair United States Congressional Europe Canada Berlin Seldier

White collar workers need fair pay and path to top

Gloucester Massachusetts July 1948 Roger W Babson notes rising living costs outpacing salaries for white collar workers who are neither labor nor management. He argues for higher pay to maintain standards, promote executive training, and keep top talent in offices guiding leaders in industry and society. quotes from Willam Green AFL and Gen Dwight Eisenhower frame call for unity behind core American principles.

Gloucester Mass Cape Asa Inbur Massachusetts Institute of Technology John Q. Public Woo

Oppose School Reorganization by Wisconsin Group

John Wyngaard notes the Wisconsin Rural Schools Association opposes rural school reorganization and modernization efforts, while county school committees show gradual acceptance. Despite limited representation, rural leaders care about local control as the reorganization plan advances under county authorities. The 1947 state aid law shifts power to local committees, with about 130 orders issued across roughly 500 rural districts so far.

Madison Wis Wisconsin Rural Schools Association Lote WRSA Wisconsin Rural Schools Association Butt Itl William F. Groves Lodi Pure Milk Products Cooperative State Department of Public Instruction Norc Om Wisconsin Rural Society State Education Commission

Tribune Files TEN YEARS AGO Tribune Files TEN YEARS AGO

Aged column recalls passengers aboard the Queen Mary during a record Atlantic crossing including Miss Mary Losey and Mrs. Harlow and Clara Mears. Other items note travels of Mrs. Bernhard Hake, visit of Fenty Last Duluth family, Miss Myst Shanks resignation, Mae Swan’s Chicago trip, Britt family visit, and aging notes on Horton Kline, Moron Coulee road crew, West Salem creamery contract, Ide Bartz wedding, and termites’ head-bumping behavior.

Atlantic Mary Losey J. W. Losey West Avenue South Harry Harlow Madson Clara Mears la Crosse Charles Mears Furst Bernhard Hake South Third Street Missoula Mont Speokane Wash Portland Ore Fenty Last Duluth Scily Myst Shanks Wood Street Horton Kline Camp Zachary Taylor Kentucky Mormon Coulee Road James Stormont

Open Germany To Tourists Open Germany To Tourists

Americans may now travel within the U S zone of Germany as independent tourists under new American military rules announced via American Express. Tourists may stay in hotels controlled by JEIA and must state arrival and first and last hotel dates. No entry permit fee, with optional extra days at request. Trips may use private cars or motor coaches with itineraries of three to ten days. Complete permit information available at American Express offices.

United States Germany American Express Company U.S JEIA Sled Toenter iExpress Pas U. S

Beetle Invasion Report Reaches Poland

In Wroclaw Poland the Colorado beetle has reportedly arrived and is making inroads. The Economic Daily notes the province formerly known as Breslau has been particularly affected by the pest.

Poland Wroclaw Isaid Breslau

James J. Strebig Pass Aviation Day Quietly

National Aviation Day observed with confusion over its meaning. The Wright brothers’ Aug 19 birth anniversary was suggested, but no formal celebration was planned. Roosevelt proclaimed the day in 1939. interest lingered in Kitty Hawk Day and Aero clubs mark Dec 17. Air Force Day moves to Sept 18 with a Washington dinner led by the Air Force Association.

Washington Air Force Diary of Congress Orville Wright Dayton Ohio Roosevel Congress Roosevelt America Kityhawk N.C Aero Club of Washington Aero Clubs Aeronautical Army United States Air Force Ocasional Defense Establishment Washinngton Air Force Association The Aero Club

Public Debate and Conservation Call in Badger States Club

The Badger States Sportsmen's Club pledges to unite members to preserve wild life and natural resources. The editor urges responsible action, asks how long public support can endure pushback, and calls for year round conservation focus. George C. Will, 503 Caledonia Street.

Tribune The Badger States Sportsmen's Club, Inc George C Caledonia Street

Shaw proposes a new political dictionary idea

London reports George Bernard Shaw writing to The Times proposing a brand new political dictionary of common words to clear up public feuds. He argues current confusion may lead to war and that no power can afford or desires it.

London George Bernard Shaw Shaw Times of London

Romania Accuses Tito of Murder

London dispatch reports the Romanian News Agency accusing Premier Marshal Tito and Yugoslav officials of treason and murder in the death of Gen. Arso Jovanovic former Yugoslav army chief of staff. Yugoslav authorities say Jovanic was killed by a border guard August 12 while fleeing into Romania.

London Rader Marshal Tito Arso Jovanovic Jovanovic Romania

Turnabout SINGAPORE police hunt insurgents in jungle

Police units from Kuala Tembelang in Pahang state entered the jungle to pursue Communist insurgents last night. While they were away, the insurgents burned the police station.

Singapore Kuala Tembelang Pahang

Sweden's Kosenkina Case Draws Bolshevik Threat Spotlight

DeWitt MacKenzie surveys Sweden's handling of the Kosenkina affair, contrasting Moscow's pressure with Stockholm’s sovereignty and U S refuge offered to three Russian teachers seeking asylum. The piece frames the Sweden case as a pivotal public test of anti communism sentiment and state independence.

Oksans Stepanovna Kosenkina New York Sweden Kosenkina Nyet United Nations Berl Mrssenkina Hay Iy Hana Michael Lamarine Russia Moscow Lydia Makarova America Mane Kind Washington Uncle Sam

Answers to Questions from The Haskin Service

Reader questions and answers span topics from hummingbird feather counts and shark repellent powders to word derivations and the origin of V E and V J Days. The column cites Navy specs, Katmai Monument data, and radar wave speed, with practical notes on disinfecting clothing for USSR shipments and a call to order a 1947 US map for travelers.

La Crosse Tribune Staff and Publication Details

Publisher editors and department heads listed for the La Crosse Tribune with address at 4th and Casa Streets La Crosse Wisconsin. Notices include circulation contact hours and pricing for home delivery and mail subscriptions with zone rates and advance payment requirements.

la Crosse Tabune Company 4Th Casa Sts la Crosse Wisconsin The Tribune Lee Newspaper Group Associated Press

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