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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1949
Page
3
A Washington poster urges citizens to help save lives by spotting drowning dangers and offering simple rescues. It outlines methods for near shore rescues, safe throwing and reaching, and stays within safe limits to prevent being drawn in. It warns boats must not be overloaded and emphasizes using floatable objects and proper seating.
Washington report notes Alcatraz’s high operating cost at $8 per inmate daily versus $3 at other federal prisons. House Judiciary Committee weighs closing the island fortress, though experts warn a new maximum security block would still be needed to separate incorrigibles. Director Bennett cites deterrence limits and the fear criminals hold toward the Rock as key questions.
A Salisbury report notes motorists exiting the Wankie game reserve in Southern Rhodesia receive signed certificates listing animals observed. The latest certificate records 4 lions, 5 elands, 4 hoodoos, 9 roan antelopes, 223 wildebeest, 20 warthogs, 5 zebras, 13 giraffes, 18 impalas and 11 sables.
L D Harkrid er announces Wisconsin Manufacturers association committee appointments. Karl A Schaettle joins membership. Russell Anderson G W Hoel C E Tanke to traffic. Walter Raeder Jack Hehli Fred Baume to field relations. D M Olson to insurance. Eisenhower shrine dedication noted as background.
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