Wisconsin TB Fighter Will Ross Dead at 62
Will Ross of Milwaukee who led tuberculosis fight work and headed a hospital board for a time died at his home at 62 after a long illness. He wrote My Experience With Tuberculosis and held posts on health boards and in journalism. His early illness began in Appleton and his career included work at the Appleton Post-Crescent and a sanatorium stay in Wisconsin.
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Board of Trust
Video Industry Seeks Credit Relief and Loan Terms
The video industry urged Congress for looser credit terms for set buyers. Robert A. Tait of Rochester, N Y, told the House Banking Committee that delays hurt the industry and called for a 90 day suspension of Regulation Wether 25 percent down and 15 months to complete installments. The report notes wage boost disputes, a major strike threat, steel use curbs in appliances, and debates over relaxing wage controls. Economic stabilizer Eric Johnston and the Wage Stabilization Board differed over easing rules, with about 3 000 cases awaiting action. A four agency White House report asks emergency powers for the Fed to raise bank reserves, extending to state banks with federal insured deposits.
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Robert A. Tait
Rochester, N. Y
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Eric Johnston
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Evans loses Navy commission over pro Soviet letter
Former Navy Lt. William W. Evans Jr. has his commission revoked for authorizing a New York importer to publish a letter harshly attacking U S policy in the Far East. He claims many sailors share his views while Navy officials say morale is good. Senator Cain and Sen McCarthy react to the firing amid MacArthur hearings.
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William W. Evans
United States
Far East
Evans
Cain
R-Wash
Senate
Douglas MacArthur
U. S
Forrest P. Sherman
Sen. McCarthy
R-Wis
Administration
Earth's Largest Creatures on Some of Its Smallest Forms
The piece surveys miniature life forms and their remarkable parallels to giant organisms, highlighting how tiny models reveal big biological principles. It contrasts scale and structure while outlining intriguing examples from microbiology to macroscopic ecosystems.
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Wisconsin veterans bonus plan debated in Assembly and Senate
Wisconsin lawmakers discuss a veterans bonus claiming no new taxes are needed. Assemblyman Longstock cites a $120 million cost offset by liquor tax revenue, while Sen La Fond argues for improved housing and rehabilitation loans and criticizes shifting funds from the general fund.
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Marinette
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R-Two Rivers
Price controls trigger retail price shifts in wartime
Prices drop from 29.95 to 19.38 for best selling novels like James Jones From Here to Eternity and 4.95 to 2.49 on other goods as level-off effects spread. Nylon Rose, previously unfixed, tags tumble while retailers watch a big town’s price struggle and expect an eight to fifteen percent cut nationwide. Buy Savings Bonds.
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James Jones
Death of Raymond Mossholder in Cataract area accident
Raymond Mossholder 58, Bush Prairie farmer, died after his car overturned and struck the ground following a 10:30 a.m. crash on STH 27 near Cataract. Coroner Dr. R A Sparta declared no inquest. Mossholder survived by his wife and six daughters, two of whom live in La Crosse and Milwaukee, with services planned at Lanham's mortuary Sunday at 2 p.m. The JOOF lodge and Rev E E Clarke to conduct burial at Woodlawn cemetery.
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Doris) Chatten
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Betty) Jones
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E. E. Clarke
Woodlawn Cemetery
Wisconsin Legislature considers redistricting and hospital funding
Wisconsin lawmakers move a senate reapportionment plan based on a 40 60 area to population mix while awaiting a constitutional amendment. The assembly also approves hospital construction aid and modernizes food and drug laws with new labeling and safety provisions.
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Legislative Council
Car Lootings and Vandalism Reported Over Memorial Weekend
Police logs show almost 20 car incidents during Memorial Day weekend. Victims include George Voight of the YMCA and Cyril Krebsbach, with entries ranging from thefts of flashlights and tools to ransacked vehicles and stolen accessories. Reports cover multiple streets and homes with various items taken or damaged.
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YMCA
Local Traffic Affects Nine-Year-Old and Several Drivers
A nine year old on South Third Street suffered a bruised elbow after a bicycle was struck by a car at 12 29 p m Thursday. The car driven by Marlin Kirchner Sparta was traveling north on Fourth Street when the bicycle left the driveway and crossed its path. Roland was knocked to the pavement and taken to the hospital in a police ambulance. Injuries included bruises to the head and body. In a separate incident a boy on Avon Street near Island Street collided with a southbound vehicle driven by Myles McCurdy Holmen and was treated at the hospital for back injuries. A hit and run driver in the 100 block on South Third Street caused injuries around 8 30 p m Thursday. At the intersection of Third and Jay streets a collision occurred involving Adolph Franckson 1 street heading north on Third and a truck driven by Sey Clark LaMoille traveling south on Third attempting a left onto Jay. The impact pushed the truck into a car stopped by William Lemke Vine Street. Estimated damages: Franckson car 300 dollars, truck 60 dollars, Lemke car 150 dollars.
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Elroy Gardner
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Carl Hillyer
Barlow Street
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Denton Street
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Sey Clark
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Cardinal Dougherty Lays In State After Death
Cardinal Dougherty lies in state amid far reaching Catholic hierarchy as the dean of American clergy. He died from cerebral hemorrhage on his 61st ordination anniversary at age 85. He served as administrator of the eight county eastern Pennsylvania archdiocese. His body rests at archdiocesan Holy Name Society facilities with steady attendance.
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Greensburg
Wee
Aylvenia
Cardinge
Vesday Teon
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Holy Kame Society
Formosa Threat Viewpoint From Washington on Chiang’s Invasion Feasibility
An analysis argues that Chiang Kai-shek could not mount a successful invasion of the Red mainland or relieve Korea pressure without amphibious vessels and a fully operable air force. It notes Chiang’s forces lack supplies and modern craft, though sentiment in Formosa favors a comeback rather than remaining on defense.
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Flower thefts probe targets graveyard looting
Oak Grove cemetery flowers and wreaths are being stolen. The police chief vows swift action, stating criminals will be charged with larceny if caught removing flowers vases or wreaths from graves.
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La Crosse Tribune Masthead Note
The La Crosse Tribune declares it is entered as second class matter on June 23 1908 at the La Crosse Wisconsin post under the act of 1879.
Priest Robert B. Condon in Critical Condition
The condition of Rt Rev Robert B Condon pastor of St Mary's Catholic Church remains about the same according to local authorities where he is confined. Msgr Condon has been in critical condition since last Saturday. Joe Condon is one of the seniors.
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Senate approves civil defense plan to run in emergencies
The senate backed a bill to create a state civil defense apparatus led by the governor and adjutant general. It awaits governor approval after concurrence in the assembly amendment and concerns for service members delaying returns. A separate measure allowing split party voting failed 22 to 12.
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Weather Summary From Commerce Bulletin
Weather record notes frequent showers and unsettled conditions across Wisconsin with cool temperatures. Minnesota reports rain and cooler conditions especially in southern regions with cloudy skies and mild extremes.
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River Readings to Green Bay and Lower Black
Fragmentary note mentions river readings and locations including River Readings to Whitewater and Lacrosse with reference to Black River areas. Unclear details prevent precise event or outcome.
Chicago Livestock and Grain Prices Report
Salable cattle 1,000 and calves 200 with steady to strong demand for steers and heifers, cows steady. Hogs 11,000. bids around 75 lower for good 180-240 lb barrows and gilts, limited early activity. Chicago cash grain shows No. 1 hard wheat 2.38-44, corn No. 2 yellow 1.78-80, oats No. 2 heavy white 93.
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Tri-State Deaths Mrs E A Peterson
Mrs E A Peterson formerly Helen Vergeront died Thursday evening in a La Crosse hospital at age 41. She leaves her husband a son Danny a daughter Sue and her father Ray Vergeront two sisters Mrs Virginia Way and Mrs Barbara Arnold. Funeral services are Sunday at 2 pm at the Viroqua Methodist church with Rev C D James officiating. Burial will be in Viroqua cemetery. Friends may call at Jacobson and Swanson funeral home Saturday 7 to 10 pm.
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Mrs Gable Seeks Divorce Amid Turbulent Split
Hollywood says actress Mrs. Gable filed for divorce on Thursday after a short marriage to Clark Gable. Her spokesman said she is heartbroken and seeks rest after doctors advised it. The couple eloped in 1949 and she was previously married to Carole Sica. The schooner cruise, planned for Polynesian islands, may last up to 200 days.
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Basil Bleck
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Ex-Vice-Consul Sentenced in Bribery Case
A former vice-consul pled guilty to three counts of taking bribes to speed entry for Chinese immigrants into the United States. Investigators say the official accepted payments to expedite visa processing and immigration clearances.
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Must Have Licenses Police Chief Warns on Untagged Cars
Police Chief George Long warned that cars without valid licenses or windshield stickers will be towed to police headquarters. Vehicles with no plates or stickers must be identified, and owners pay towing charges. Several cars in the city were noted as lacking proper documentation.
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