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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1955
Page
7
Insurance underwriters urge higher premiums for unmarried men under 25, with proposed increases up to 43.6 percent, while married young men and all young women would see smaller or negative changes. The discussion notes gender and marital status as key factors in liability insurance pricing.
The article recalls early experiments across the Thames showing electric currents traveling through water and igniting brandy on the opposite bank. It warns that water increases electric danger, notes numerous injuries from wet environments, and urges dry surroundings and rubber mats in laundries to prevent shocks.
Hollywood whispers that Hedy Lamarr, once semi retired after marrying millionaire Howard Lee, will return to film with role talks from Charles Martin tied to The Scoundrel. Other notes: Liberace loses a piano ad push for Sincerely Yours. Jack Webb touts London and Towne exits. Mazurkis’ engagement chatter and Ruth Roman-Mortimer Hall reconciliation hopes surface. Betty Lanza recovers health and drives MGM push for Elaine Stewart. Bogart’s Desperate Hours underperforms while plans for Underworld U.S.A. loom.
A medical column discusses ringing and buzzing in the ears linked to Meniere's disease. It notes age-related prevalence, possible labyrinth fluid buildup, and a new theory of chronic neuritis forming blisters in the labyrinth. Treatments include fluid restriction, histamine or atropine use, and surgery with mixed results. Strong emphasis on balance control involving eyes, proprioception, and inner ear canals.
The Straits of Mackinac Bridge has a very strong sub structure with insurers not viewing ice and water pressure as major hazards. By its November 1957 completion the bridge will hold one million tons of material, three quarters underwater. The two main piers rank among the deepest world wide at 210 feet and 205 feet.
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