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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1966
Page
3
International penalties have historically failed to compel regime change. The UN has not used mandatory sanctions, the League of Nations did so only once, and unilateral efforts often backfired as coercive measures such as Cuba embargoes illustrate.
The piece notes Castro remains in power amid economic strain in Cuba. It recalls past League of Nations sanctions on Italy in 1935 and the UN bodies limited effectiveness. Legal experts cite lack of enforcement power as a major flaw in international law as the UN contemplates sanctions without armed forces.
The United States asked Algeria to use its good offices to spur Viet Nam peace talks. Algerian leaders summoned North Vietnamese Ambassador Phat after talks with Harriman and Boumedienne signaling cautious openness. Harriman said Algeria may consider mediation but gave no specifics.
A mix of dense fog and polluted air halted flights at Kennedy and disrupted La Guardia, with hundreds of cancellations and delays across the New York area. The weather stretched from New Jersey to Maine and inland to Pittsburgh, bringing rain, snow, and slick roads amid a busy Christmas travel period.
Wisconsin tree grower Garth Bowen accuses four 35-foot plastic trees at the Capitol of insulting the tree industry and the governor while a genuine Wisconsin fir heads to the White House. Howard Pierce of Black River Falls supplied the White House tree. decoration begins today near Hayward.
The record lists Stefan J. Zimmerhakl, 18, of 416 S. 19th St., pleading innocent on December 8 to four hubcaps valued at $40 belonging to Larry Cox, with a Jan. 4 continuation and release without bond. Other defendants include James T. Cotterwick, 36, ordered three months in jail for support arrears. Harry Door, 30, vagrant, held after bond default. Bruce McLain, 21, and Sherry E. Stull, 18, charged with trespassing. George H. Gerdes, drunk. and numerous civil judgments against individuals and firms. Municipal Court notes also show Delmar Donskey and Thomas Patterson facing license and drunken driving charges, with fines listed.
Milwaukee AP The settlement ends a threat of a strike at American Motors Corp after 1,980 workers voted to accept and 447 rejected. About 3,000 did not vote as production paused three hours for balloting. The agreement uses arbitration for a dispute over five dismissals.
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission authorized the Village of Elk Mound in Dunn County to operate as a sewer and water utility and install facilities. Estimated cost is $315,242 with a minimum water rate of $7.50 for the first 7,500 gallons per quarter on a 3/4-inch meter.
Police and ambulance records show Lars Daffinsson, 65, of 2715 Prospect St., transported to St Francis Hospital at 5 37 p m for illness on December 9. On December 10 at 2 11 a m Mrs Robert Furlong, 42, from O K Tavern at 524 Copeland Ave to Grandview Hospital.
Gov. Warren Knowles told 350 Republican Youth delegates that campus protests lack guidance and must operate within two party politics to be meaningful. He urged activist students to join parties for a louder voice, warning their actions are futile and that their protests reflect a search for individuality.
Milton Margoles, a Milwaukee doctor who lost his Wisconsin license for tax evasion and trying to influence a judge, has been approved to practice in the District of Columbia. Approval came on November 21, with Margoles previously facing a two year Federal prison term. The Iowa board had denied a related request last June.
Flames driven by Lake Mendota winds swept the third story and attic of the Surf Apartments in Madison. Firefighters contained the blaze in about an hour despite 15 mph winds. No injuries were reported as embers showered nearby fraternity houses while about 35 male University of Wisconsin students resided there.
Court schedule for motion day before Judge Lincoln Neprud in La Crosse Circuit Court lists two criminal cases and six civil matters starting at 9 30 a m Monday. Cases include forgery charges against Howard C Griffin 19 Warrens and charges of carrying a concealed weapon and aggravated battery against Morris W Crow 33 Omaha.
Soviet Premier Alexei N Kosygin flies home from a nine day state visit to strengthen French Soviet cooperation. A joint communique detailing results was to be released later today in Moscow and Paris.
A report for India's Food Ministry cites defects and malpractices in fair price shops distributing imported grains to the needy. Officials in Bihar acknowledge corruption but vow reform while a rural officer says he had to recruit 100 relief workers to supervise aid distribution.
Reports describe a Viet Cong assault on the Long Binh ammunition dump and a training center near Baria plus a separate ambush of regional force troops north-west of Saigon. U S and South Vietnamese forces conducted extensive air strikes totaling 373 American sorties and 128 by South Vietnamese pilots.
The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee board approves a three tower residence hall for 2016 students at a cost of 12.8 million dollars and an 8.4 million dollar science center for the College of Applied Engineering. Construction begins next fall.
Christmas shoppers tally about 25 miles per person this year, totaling roughly 2 billion miles or 4 000 round trips to the moon. The American Podiatry Association urges four rules for comfort and safety including proper footwear, rests, movement in lines, and post shopping foot care.
Merlin J. Meythaler a 51 year old accountant from Monroe Wisconsin drowned at Playa Hermosa Acapulco Bay while on vacation with his wife and daughter. He was a partner in accounting firms in Wisconsin and owned radio stations in Nebraska Illinois and Minnesota and served as Green County Republican chairman. He leaves his widow daughter and parents.
Thousand Oaks California AP report notes six year old Zoltan Hargitay remains in serious condition but is improved according to his mother actress Jayne Mansfield. The boy was mauled by a lion on November 26 at an animal compound, had two surgeries and then contracted spinal meningitis.
On December 9 at 5 43 p m Howard Jones residing in R 2 Bangor arrived at Luther an Hospital for treatment. Local authorities reported the transport was arranged to provide urgent care after a reported incident in the area.
Madison AP Charles Wilson, superintendent of the State Crime Laboratory, urged during a hearing on the lab’s 1967-69 spending that the state explore recovering part of trial costs from convicted criminals. Gov Knowles said the idea was new to him as the lab seeks 764000 for 1967-69, with 599000 from the general treasury and the rest from fees for aid to local law enforcement.
Republican National Chairman Ray Bliss told a University of Wisconsin audience that the GOP offers room for new leaders and ideas as the Democratic Party clings to its old remedies. He argued Democrats resist change while Republicans see chances for qualified individuals to rise in leadership.
The Fox Lake Correctional Institution in Wisconsin chartered a Jaycee chapter with 65 inmate members. Sam, a 34 year old Milwaukee inmate, leads a body attracting about 200 outside supporters while Warden Gagnon hopes for leadership training and a skating rink project for inmates.
Three men from Shawano County died when a car left Shawano County Trunk Highway and struck a tree after clipping a power pole five miles north of Shawano. Allen Soderstrom, the driver and brother of Gerald, was hospitalized in Green Bay in critical condition.
WCOW broadcasts a basketball game Saturday at 6 45 p m Wisconsin takes on Bowling Green with pregame notes and team lineups.
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