Manpower Commission outlines 1944 stabilization efforts Wisconsin area
N. E. Schulze director of the War Manpower Commission for the La Crosse Eau Claire Wausau Rhinelander region reports that stabilization measures aim to balance labor needs and prevent wasteful turnover. He notes shifts back to peace time work, agency cooperation with housing efforts, and the expectation of greater challenges in 1945.
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N. E. Schulze
War Manpower Commission
la Crosse - Eau Gaire- Wausau-Rhinelancer- Wisconsi
WMC
Germany
United States
Commission
Schulzeindh
National Housing Administration
Schulze
Saff
J UK
Jaces Promote Many Projects Entertain Wisconsin Group 1945
The Wisconsin Junior Association of Commerce plans a Feb 17 18 conference in La Crosse with national speakers and 20 plus state race organizations expected. The group will host an Americanism program in local schools winners receive war bonds.
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Jaces
Wisconsin Junior Association of Commerce
Junior Association of Commerce
Weimar
Seineeahion Senate
la Crosse
State Quarterly Conference
Elks, American Legion
B'nai B'rith
Ing
Ace Stag
Harry Stuhldreher
University of Wisconsin
Armed Services
Geoffrey F. Morgan
Douglas Aircraft Corporation
Fossils Found in Cave During Tunnelling Project
Archaeologists report remarkable fossils uncovered as workers extend a tunnel beneath a cave. The finds could shed light on past ecosystems and guide future preservation in the underground site.
Bank Clearings Hit Record In La Crosse In 1944
La Crosse banks reported a total clearing of 210 840 000 from January 1 to December 18 1944, beating the 1943 figure and the 1929 high as defense related business and tax payments boosted activity. Previous years show steady growth: 1938 97 269 817. 1939 108 258 192. 1940 115 904 000. 1941 130 312 000.
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Manpower Limits Marriages in 1944 Amid War Time Demand
The licensing official notes 431 marriage applications in 1944, exceeding 1942’s 417. Of the 431, 245 were by servicemen and 186 by civilians, with 215 Army, 19 Navy, 5 Marines, 4 Coast Guard, and others. Age split shows 21.2 percent under 21 and 9.6 percent over 35. He credits the manpower squeeze and wartime duties for the year’s outcome.
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Army
Navy
Marines
Coast Guard
Mer
David Lloyd George Is Raised To Earldom In Kings Selections
London reports David Lloyd George, longtime liberal statesman and former prime minister, raised to earldom in King VI's New Year honors list. The move follows his retirement due to health and comes as he approaches his 82nd birthday. The article notes his pivotal WWI leadership and lasting influence on British politics.
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David Lloyd George
London
Britain
Steesman
Commer
King VI
Lloyd George
King
House of Lords
Mark Hodgson
Boilermakers and Iron and Steel Shipbuilders Union
L. E. H. Whitby
L. P. Abercrombie
Florence Horseburgh
Eilen Wilkinson
Privy Council
Bonda
Asylum Finances Show Surplus Balance at Year End
La Crosse county's asylum at West Salem closed its fiscal year on June 30 with a cash balance. Superintendents J. D. McIntire and board of trustees including R. J. Ray A. H. Rains and F. W. Storandt report receipts of 85 078 95 and disbursements of 78 062 05. There were 327 inmates totaling 14 851 42 days.
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la Crosse County
West Salem
J. D. McIntire
R. J. Ray
A. H. Rains
F. W. Storandt
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