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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1946
Page
4
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 4 095 000 work stoppages in ten months of 1946, with coal strikes pushing the year toward a record surpassing 4 160 000 set in 1919. By October man days lost total 102 525 000, far above 1945.
The debate over Sir William Reid-Dick's proposed Roosevelt statue in London pits critics against the sculptor's artistic choices. The piece argues that memorial statues blend monument and likeness, favoring cloak and cane symbolism to honor a life of action, and suggests future viewers will ignore current attire concerns.
Washington reports a $3 500 000 fine on the United Mine Workers sparked by Justice Goldsborough ruling that Norris-La Guardia does not apply. Analysts expect a Supreme Court appeal and possible congressional amendments to clarify government exemption in labor law.
A Wis consin led surge in reforestation and fire prevention has boosted U S timber outputs to a record 13 billion feet annually. The Forest Service notes vast forest recovery as public and private interests convert more land to timber production while urging continued forest protection amid rising travel.
The piece mocks Emersons maxim about a better mousetrap and notes the futility of inventors chasing the aphorism. It contrasts elaborate gadgets with the simple cheese trap and ends by reporting that eighteen people were robbed in an Illinois restaurant by two bandits.
J M Roberts Jr reports a wave of Communist fighting in Iran Albania Yugoslavia Bulgaria Azerbaijan and China as Russia backs insurgents and seeks to redraw influence. The piece questions UN limits on internal revolutions and the risk to peace if major powers intervene or fail to respond.
Editor appeals to readers to house the homeless during Christmas urging Christians to show charity. Letter cites Biblical nativity lessons to argue for open homes and notes many families lack room while some houses sit empty. The writer asks readers to consider offering shelter to strangers.
A distorted report covers a collision between a car and a motorcycle on West avenue and Winnebago street last Sunday. The car drifted from a north bound lane to execute a corner turn into Winnebago street. the bike traveling in its lane collided with the car. Charles Butler 803 West avenue south.
The column provides brief answers to inquiries on fuel oil and natural gas per ton of coal, Nobel Prize money, aviation industry rank, alligator swimming, mattress lifespan, and bioluminescent deep sea fishes. It cites approximate kroner value and US dollars, and notes mattress life ranges and glow lamp biology.
The roots of mistletoe cannot take food from the soil. It is a parasitic plant that grows on the trunks and branches of trees.
Washington enacts a three step limit on coal use in transport and shipping. Passenger trains with coal burning locomotives drop 50 percent while freight shipments fall about half. Parcel post limits ban outbound shipments except to overseas armed forces. local and perishable items retain some allowances.
Tribune reports 28 year old Maynard N Shirven of 229 South 23rd street has been appointed vice consul at Toronto Canada by the state department in Washington D C He resigns from his current post as a junior research aide with the U S civil service commission.
Editorial and circulation credits for La Crosse Tribune dated material list editors and departments. Publishing details include address, class matter status, syndicate and AP membership, contact numbers, and home and mail subscription rates.
Madison note reports Gov. Goodland’s health sparks doubt over him handling budget hearings with Frank Graass acting. Quoted legislator calls it a sad state and questions third-term prospects. Quinn plans to stay on banking panel. senators Wiley and McCarthy push labor policy reform signals. Ralph Immell hints at 1948 bid and Communist influence in occupied Europe.
A powerful blast at the Hydro Gas Fuel plant in Corpus Christi destroyed the facility in an industrial district west of the city. Two people were killed and five injured, with others unaccounted for as firemen and police search debris over a quarter mile area.
Smith Council No. 10 R and S M plans installation at the Masonic temple after next Wednesday night's election in Smith Chapter No. 13. Officers elected for 1947 include Clarence Ringquist as thrice illustrious master James E. Lienlokken as deputy master Donald V. Strand principal conductor of work C L Peterson treasurer O L Dean recorder and John A Strand Jr retiring master trustee for three years Frontier lodge No 45 F and A M will elect officers Friday night.
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