City Industry Production Up Ten Percent in 1950
La Crosse manufacturers posted a 10 percent rise in gross production in 1950, totaling $111,888,778 across 48 firms. Nine industries hit peak production, payrolls rose up to 35 percent, and plans for 1951 hinge on world conditions with some firms awaiting defense contracts or able to retool within 90 days. G Heilman Brewing Co expansions added storage, vats, and bottling capacity to raise plant throughput.
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Acheson Rebuffs Russia War Threats in 1950 Outlook
Secretary of State Acheson accuses Soviet leaders of war like acts in 1950 and urges the United States to strengthen defense in 1951. He says no appeasement of Communist aggression and vows to continue UN backed action in Korea while standing with allies.
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Weidner Resigns City Health Post for Saginaw Job
Dr. Garland Weidner, city health officer, announced Saturday his resignation to the board of health. He plans to leave Feb. 15 to become health officer in Saginaw Michigan, saying he does so with deep regret.
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Austrian President Karl Renner Dies at 80 in Vienna
Dr. Karl Renner the 80 year old Austrian president died early Saturday in his Vienna villa. His passing followed a Christmas Eve illness and a sudden decline Friday marked by paralysis and lung congestion. Dr. Fritz Meznik announced the death and noted birthday celebrations may have contributed to his deterioration. Renner founded both Austrian republics and led the nation through pivotal periods.
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Says If Danger Continues Duty Will Be Nation's
Column by Tom Bradshaw argues the public must unite and accept duty as the nation faces ongoing threats. The piece urges collective resilience and readiness to act for national security and civic duty.
MacArthur Urges Japan Toward Armament if Threat Persists
General MacArthur in his New Year message to occupied Japan praises renunciation of war but warns the self preservation of free nations may require Japan to rearm. He says Japan’s security remains a deep Pacific concern and hopes for political freedom via a treaty amid communist threats.
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No Editions Of Tribune Monday
The La Crosse Tribune will not publish on Monday January 1 New Year's Day marking a holiday schedule.
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Defense Goals Outlined as U.S. Mobilization Target
The White House Council of Economic Advisers urged definite defense build up targets with higher taxes and a pay as you go federal budget. It warned wage and price controls will be inevitable and rationing possible while foreseeing years of very high defense spending to align industry, government, and public with national aims.
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81st Congress in Final Hours and Key Measures
The 81st Congress, elected two years ago, plans a New Year’s Day session as it winds down. Final actions include a $3.3 billion excess profits tax, creation of a civil defense administration for a $3.1 billion program, and an emergency defense appropriation near $20 billion. The Senate meets Tuesday while the House moves toward pass-through to President Truman.
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Reds Deepen Penetration In Eastern Sector
In Eastern Korea Red forces pressed deeper into Allied lines on Saturday and moved artillery and armor toward Seoul for an expected all-out attack in the new year. A major air clash saw forty Soviet-made jets face 15 Sabre fighters from the U S with two Red planes damaged. U S planes returned safely.
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Weather in La Crosse Sunday Cloudy with Snow Showers
Local forecast for La Crosse and vicinity calls for a cloudy Sunday with occasional snow in the afternoon. Temperature will peak near 25 degrees with light winds and a modest south to southeast breeze.
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Cigar Bowl Standoff Sets Stage In Tampa
La Crosse State Teachers College and Valparaiso University finish drills in steady rain in Tampa Florida ahead of their Monday Cigar Bowl clash at Phillips Field. Both Midwest teams conclude pre game sessions as kickoff nears and forecasts hint at tough conditions.
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Felton Retires as Northern States Power Chief in La Crosse
John G. Felton district manager of Northern States Power Co in La Crosse retires after 41 years in the utility business. Announcement made Saturday by G V Rork Eau.
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Grandad Bluff Fireworks Preview and Leadership Change
Grandad Bluff near La Crosse will host the 22nd New Year’s Eve fireworks show as the Chief Skyrocker stage the event at midnight. A. L. Christensen is named new district business manager succeeding Felton, who moves from Wisconsin Minnesota Light and Power after earning a electrical engineering degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1909 and working in Philadelphia Gloversville and Charleston. Felton becomes La Crosse utility leader following the change.
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