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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1963
Page
11
County board building committee debates the 1904 courthouse bell's future as La Crosse plans a new courthouse. The bell, a 60 year landmark with historic ties, may not go to the Historical Society and is not yet decided. officials doubt it will be sold for junk.
Victor A. Ahlstrom and Glenn Sennes petition for bankruptcy in U S District Court Western Wisconsin listing liabilities of 84957. Miles C. Riley a Madison bankruptcy referee will hear the action at 11 am July 25 in the Federal Building courtroom La Crosse. Ahlstrom listed as a Heinz Co salesman and Series show assets as co partners and individually totaling 2966. The liability is among the largest filed by an individual or small group in recent years.
Walter P. Thoresen a La Crosse State College professor and former Democratic candidate for the 3rd district says he will not seek the 1964 seat. He cites family financial sacrifice and urges Lester Johnson of Black River Falls to consider running in the 3rd district where his home lies, noting Johnson’s potential in a reapportioned district. Johnson would likely run in the 3rd or the 10th depending on district lines.
The La Crosse Plan Commission tentatively approves a 1964 capital plan with 160000 for a North Side outdoor pool and notes South Side pool costs between 150000 and 170000. Mayor Knutson says the commission favors North Side swimming facilities and references past plans for two pools. The session also covers park projects, airport additions, and a potential new main library site with a referendum pending.
La Crosse County Board defeated a proposal to end funding for the county child guidance clinic by a 30 to 9 vote. The plan, backed by planning committee members, called for using Community Chest funds or stopping support after year end. Supervisor Brunke proposed age and income limits on cases and cited concerns about treating older youths.
Arnold Bolstad of Viroqua reports he will not prosecute two North Side girls linked to a theft of his binoculars from his car after they returned the seven by five pair. The Hidaway Bar owner on French Island witnessed the theft as the glasses were taken from Bolstad’s car outside the tavern. Neighbors say Robert Nelson’s car on Grandad Bluff had rear aerials bent during the incident.
Kenneth Anderson of 2028 Prospect Street told La Crosse police on Wednesday that a 50 foot hose valued at $6 a brass spraying ring worth $3 and a brass nozzle priced at $1.50 were taken from his residence this month. He noted a playhouse window was broken and said youths have been running wild in the 2000 block of Prospect Street between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m.
A near capacity audience filled Coleman Vocational School Auditorium for a fourth Coulee Region Festival of Arts concert. Frank J. Italiano directed the opening and closing selections with Elvin Saterback leading the chorus and orchestra in other numbers. Soloists included Truman Hayes and Mrs. Shirley Staton, with John Barrett singing Boris Gudunov. The program closed with a My Fair Lady medley and an encore. festival chairman Mrs. Robert Staley outlined the event's goals and the next performances.
Four persons were reported injured in a two car crash at 6th and Badzer Streets Wednesday afternoon. Drivers were Robert Tschumper, 19, and Nick N Schmidt, 61. Injuries not specified for Tschumper. others hurt include Robert Schmidt 30, arm bruises. Mrs. Robert Schmidt 28, leg bruises. Debra Schmidt 4, leg bruises.
The Rural Affairs Committee of the Greater La Crosse Chamber of Commerce will attend Farm Progress Days in Viroqua on July 27. They voted to obtain a convertible for parade use and have two more events planned. 4-H achievement night is set for Nov. 14 at West Salem High School with Tom O Connell arranging and Pat Ingli reserving the high school auditorium. The Christmas party is slated for Dec. 10, 1963, at the Northern States Power Co Building on Green Bay Street.
Harry Caven of La Crescent Minnesota resigned as Houston County DFL chairman this month due to deteriorating health and upcoming operation. He will retain a seat on the committee as district chairman Warren Burtis of Rochester praised his leadership. Former chairman Claude Kremer was elected to fill the unexpired portion of the term.
La Crosse police stated on Wednesday that a 75-foot water skiing rope two pairs of water skis two seat cushions and two water skiing safety belts were stolen from a boat behind the Holiday Shop at 710 S 3rd St. The vessel was undergoing repairs. Total value listed at 112 dollars.
Spray work along Gorder Road to the south city limits between East Avenue and 10th Street will be completed Thursday night.
Monroe fair opens at the Monroe County Fairground with total entries 4 109 down from 4 184 last year. Declines in dairy and sheep amid a shift from rural educational exhibits to floral displays accompany drops in vegetables and crops but beef cattle and swine rise in junior sections. Open class entries 1 142 remain near last year as exhibit building shows 2 191 entries with many categories described and events scheduled for Saturday.
Children in the Hood Playground area brought live and stuffed pets to a recent pet show. Prizes went to each participant, with three live animal winners and two stuffed winners. Stuffed category winners were Jean and Sherry Rogness of 1206 S. 7th. Live division winner Dick Graw of 1223 S. 4th with a guinea pig. Other winners included Kenneth Buck of 1116 S. 6th with his dog and Richard Gehrke of 1305 S. 7th with his cat.
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