Truman orders army court martial reforms to aid soldiers
President Truman approves sweeping changes to military justice after February 1. Enlisted men may sit on juries in court martials, coercion to obtain confessions will be barred, and soldiers gain a presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Royall says reforms ensure equitable justice and align trials with civil courts.
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Truman
House Armed Services Committee
Congress
Army
Royall
Proverbial Verse Opens Fragment on Return Empty Hands
A historical fragment cites Ecclesiastes 5 15 claiming that birth and death leave one with nothing to carry forward. The quotation underscores mortality and the futility of labor without lasting gain. The piece treats the verse as a moral reflection rather than a news item.
Kettle Campaign Appeals for Christmas Giving in La Crosse
The Salvation Army kettle drive in La Crosse seeks urgent local support to aid needy families with food and gifts this season. Volunteers urge passersby to donate before time runs out, stressing that every coin helps children who might be missed without contributions.
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Army
la Crosse
Salvation Army
Fuzzy
Talent Exodus Reduces NBC Lineup as Stars Depart
Edgar Bergen pulls Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd from NBC Sunday night after December 26. The 12 year NBC fixtures exit as tax rulings and corporate structuring reshape big time radio. More stars like Jolson, Benny, and Hope may follow.
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Edgar Bergen
Charlie McCarthy
Mortimer Snerd
Edgar
Charlie
NBC
Mr. Bergen
Columbia Broadcasting System
Amos
Andy
Fred Allen
Hollywood
al Jolson
Jack Benny
Bob Hope
CBS
Department stores forecast record Christmas sales season
The piece notes retailers predict a record Christmas shopping period, echoing last year's results. It hints at consumer optimism and mentions driving behavior with a jab that good driving is when you speed and bad driving is when others do.
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Santa Claus
The Frugal Winner and the Loss Axiom
A concise adage contrasts wealth and spending wisdom, noting that success does not exhaust all earnings while losses do not consume all outlay. It emphasizes prudent balance in finances and decision making.
Note to Santa Claus and Trade News Mixed
A garbled note references a Commerce Office admonishing employees not to accept gifts from trade-related parties. The digest covers political movers, salary debates for President Truman, NSRB and NLRB leadership mentions, and a scandalous China commodity speculation case.
Berlin election shows German will against Soviet control
The Voice of Berlin column argues that despite Nazi tyranny Allied bombing and Russian brutality Berliners in the western sectors voted 86 percent against communists. It warns that a four power currency and unified city government are needed and urges the West to support Germans resisting Soviet imperialism while acknowledging the stalemate and danger ahead.
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ST. Louis Star-Times
Berlin
West
Red Army
Communist Council
Council
Chambers and microfilm evidence tied to Soviet leaks
Whittaker Chambers kept microfilm of state department papers as leverage against co conspirators while fearing kidnapping and danger to his family. He testified before the American activities committee about Soviet threats and pressure to stay in the party.
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Green Bay
No clear article headline available from provided text
The fragment mentions a quote about a $6,000 house and references Federal Housing Administrator Raymond, with stray words about international tension and communication. No coherent event, date, or identifiable actions are present. The readable bits suggest a housing policy context but lack concrete facts.
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America
Raymond Ee
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Wisconsin Idea Keeps University’s Help Alive for Wisconsin
Madison editorial outlines the Wisconsin Idea as a living force with three major tasks education of Wisconsin youth, basic research, and state service. It highlights university roles from legislative consultation to adult education, extensions to farmers, engineers, medical training, and language services reaching across the state.
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Madison
Wis
William H. Young
University of Wisconsin Political Science Department
State Legislative Council
Wisconsin
Fred
Agriculture and
College of Engineering
Precision Gage
University Extension Division
Pro Arte
College of Letters and Science
University of Wisconsin
A Question Of Flopping By HAL BOYLE
A humorous column recounts HAL BOYLE’s field test on housework fatigue. Readers reply with mixed views while a husband documents a day of domestic chores, from window washing to ironing, revealing the energy drain of constant tasks.
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New York
Dr. Gallup
Galahad
Diogenes
Joe Louis
Waldon
Child speaks three languages at 28 months old
The curly haired daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Svidergol speaks English Spanish and Slovak with equal fluency. She uses Spanish with her mother an Arizona native who wants to keep fluency in her ancestors language. The father converses with her in English.
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Frank Svidergol
Arizona
A Christmas Letter to Santa From James Marlow
James Marlow urges readers to wish for peace and democracy this Christmas as he recounts concerns about global communism. He recalls a neighbor’s belief in democracy and contrasts it with rising totalitarian regimes in Europe and Asia.
Holiday greetings and past snippets from Madison
Tribune recalls holiday visits of Helen M. Jefferson and others in Madison, lists genealogical notes with relatives in Boston St Paul and California, and notes past timelines from ten to forty years ago including social events and local trips.
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Helen M. Jefferson
Madison
Margaret Stavrum
Jean
Jefferson
Langdon Hall
Ian MacAulay
Boston
Mass
Mary Roberge
St. Paul
Mils
Albert Roberge
Pine Street
Isabella J. Weissenberger
South 20Th Street
Los
California
Los Los
Indonesia Conflict Sparks Early Showdown and War Fears
DeWitt Mackenzie warns of renewed fighting in Indonesia as republic forces clash with Dutch troops. He cites Jogjakarta fall, MOHAMED Hatta and Soekarno captured, and a looming civil conflict across Java and Sumatra. He notes UN intervention possible but unlikely, with vast forces and growing communism fueling fear of a broader war.
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Indonesia
Netherlands
Jogjakarta
Republic
Mohamed Hatta
Soekarno
United Nations
Java
Sumatra
Republic of Indonesia
Holland
Dutch East Indies
Madoera
Upri
Sa Ge
East Indies
China
Far East
Orient
Answers to 10 Fact Questions from The La Crosse Tribune
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau provides answers to questions on oil production and records, the composer of Aloha Oe, frost formation, camera eye comparison, federal retirements, television stations, mohair slip covers, and women veterans. The piece lists specific data such as the Potrero del Llano No. 4 well producing about 115 million barrels, 37 operating TV stations, 86 license stop orders, and details on the Association of Women Veterans.
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Bureau of Mines
United States
Tampico
Veracruz
House Plants Guide Offers Indoor Bloom Tips
A 30 page government booklet on House Plants promises practical advice for women struggling with indoor flower gardens. Potted plants enhance home appeal and readers can order the booklet for 10 cents by mailing a coupon and payment to The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau.
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la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau
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Washington
D. C
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Goodrich Rubber
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Wisconsin Idea
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