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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1946
Page
4
Washington debates the value of a third atomic bomb test after two undersea detonations. Experts question targeting accuracy, naval risk, and the immediate usefulness of a 3000 foot underwater blast. If data justify it, a third test would proceed. otherwise the program may be halted.
The XB-36 giant bomber meets testing amid questions of its relevance to atomic age warfare. Analysts note its 30 ton bomb capacity and potential to carry larger atomic charges, while future missiles may change transport needs. The piece argues for maintaining a modern defense despite fears of nuclear conflict.
The piece portrays President Truman as philosophical and unprepared for looming crises. It contrasts his day by day approach with the responsibilities of leading a global power amid strikes and broader world turmoil. The author urges forward planning beyond immediate tasks.
The article salutes Fielding Harris Yost, the longtime Michigan coach who built the program’s famed point-a-minute era. It recalls his 27 seasons from 1901 to 1927, 165 wins, eight undefeated teams, and the lasting impact he left on the Ann Arbor program and the stadium named for him.
A Missouri woman stayed calm as intruders cracked a grocery store safe and then locked her inside the store refrigerator. Local authorities investigated the incident and secured the scene.
The agency reports an approved increase in garden tool retail prices. retailers face higher costs and may adjust shelves accordingly.
The saying notes that outlooks on life shift with perspective, comparing optimism and pessimism to how one peeks through a telescope. It underscores subjective interpretation rather than objective truth.
A humorous line likens a father to an eight day clock on the ninth day of a family vacation, hinting at mounting patience and fatigue during travel.
The Carnegie Foundation launches a five year program to vitalize instruction across 31 southern colleges and universities. A $900 000 funding package includes $700 600 from the Carnegie Corporation and $200 000 from cooperating institutions. Centers will be set up in Atlanta Nashville New Orleans and North Carolina with $15 000 yearly plus $5 000 from colleges for five years to support research materials faculty stimulation and collaboration.
The Atlanta Journal reflects on postwar price controls, calling the 1946 freeze a fragile compromise. It notes the 1941 Baruch plan to freeze wages and prices and argues ongoing volatility and risk of black market revival, while acknowledging limited gains from current measures.
Dr. Robert C. Shook, economist, International Statistical Bureau, Inc, predicts the price cycle and inventory replacement boom will peak in 1947 with a strong likelihood that a consumer buying strike will climax the current advance.
John Wyngaard examines the label boss applied to Thomas E. Coleman of the Wisconsin Republican campaign committee. He argues Coleman, a stubborn but principled volunteer manager, does not fit the traditional boss mold and notes his integrity and conservative stance despite fierce campaign passions.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau answers readers questions on topics like the New York Thruway’s 486 miles and no traffic lights, patent copies from Washington, D C, and the original U S Bill of Rights in the National Archives.
A solenodon is a large rat like mammal with a long snout and tail and coarse red hair. It is found in Haiti.
It is estimated that of the 17,240,000 veterans of all wars, somewhat less than one third are members of a veterans organization.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers a 15 cent map of the United States with scenic features for each state, plus population and mileage tables. Send coupon with name address and coin to Washington, D C for a copy.
The article explains how employers may discuss unions with workers under the National Labor Relations Act. It notes that while general opinions are allowed, threats or coercive campaigns aimed at preventing unionization are illegal. Individual conversations are permitted if no coercion is implied, though intent is judged by context.
Miss Mary Devine, 512 Cope land street, sails from Cobh Ireland on Aug 22 and is due in La Crosse around Sept 2 after a summer in Europe. Also noted are Miss Lottie Klandrud cruising the Great Lakes aboard SS Juniata and city junior tennis champion Dave Levenstein.
The annual convention of the West Wisconsin Teachers Association will meet in La Crosse on October 26 and 27. William Rigger and Catherine Gutzell wed yesterday. Rigger works as a shipping clerk at La Crosse Knitting Works.
J M Roberts Jr reports on U S war department policy urging no adequate international control of the bomb and the Baruch group's call for peaceful use of atomic fission while warning of a looming arms race. Analysts note Soviet fears drive foreign policy as Britain and Canada expand testing and the United States spends vast sums, risking global resource drain and possible war to deter rivals.
Letters discuss rent ceilings, OPA decisions, and precedents set by landlord Darrell Danielson. The writer calls for rent reform while contrasting two local landlords and urging readers to study Danielson's approach to tenant welfare and compliance with OPA rules.
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