New and remodeled La Crosse banks reflect progress
La Crosse unveils its new and renovated banking houses as a sign of community stability and growth. The State Bank of La Crosse completes a two floor expansion and exterior interior renovation while Batavian National Bank plans a full remodeling. Tomorrow the public tours the First National Bank of La Crosse a modern striking building at Fifth and King with drive in facilities and warm interiors. Officers and directors are praised for planning and execution. The community gains a vibrant stature reflecting faith in regional capital.
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la Crosse
the State Bank of
Batavian National Bank
First National Bank of
Midwest
Fifth and
King Streets
First National Bank
Coulee
Money Theme Of Macmillan Conference Begins to Loom
The Eisenhower Macmillan talks next week will focus on three core economic issues. U S financial outlook and recession impact on British exports, France’s post crisis bank trouble aid, and broader international credit and aid to underdeveloped nations. The Financial Times warns prospects look dim as the United States concentrates on domestic troubles.
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Washington
de Gaulle
Soviet Union
United States
Financial Times of London
Britain
Broadcasting Laws Have No Control Of Networks
Observations on federal oversight of TV networks amid Bricker proposed extension of FCC powers. Doerfer questions expanded authority while studies continue, costing taxpayers 250000, with no immediate resolution on network regulation.
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U.S. Capitol
Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee
John F. Bricker
Ohio
Federal Communications Commission
Bricker
FCC
United Feature Syndicate, Inc
TV Westerns Saturate Airwaves Says Bob Hope
Advertising Age notes a glut of western TV shows with Bob Hope joking that channel surfing barely interrupts the action. He quips about a cowboy firing on channel 5 and riding away on channel 9 before appearing on Ed Sullivan on channel 2.
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Bob Hope
Channel 3
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 8
Channel 9
Channel 2
Noah’s Ark Fishing Question Sparks Sunday School Jest
Mrs. Dick Niewold asked her Sunday school class how Noah spent his time on the ark. The tots were baffled. A redheaded child quipped that with only two worms, Noah did a lot of fishing amid the surrounding waters.
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Presbyterian Life
Dick Niewold
Noah
Review of the News in Years Past Twenty Years Ago 1938
Wisconsin Republicans at Fond du Lac push open primary as the party campaigns on a liberal platform. Norman Thomas heckled at a Newark Socialist rally. TVA powers reach Memphis, flags honor June 14 at La Crosse. Finland pays war debt. Elks Flag Day planned. Wisconsin roads and schools noted. Forties flashbacks include WWI battles, rail and bank concerns, and a Milwaukee boxing match.
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Republican Party of Wisconsin
Fond du Lac
Norman Thomas
Socialist Party
U.S
Newark
N.J
Police and Fire Commission
A. C. Wolfe
Lunghai Railway
China
Hankow
TVA
Wilson Dam
Muscle Shoals
Memphis
Phil LaFollette
New Progressive Party
Vermont
Rutherford
Leopolis
Shawano
la Crosse Elks
Riverside Park
Jerry Zein
Olaf N. Hoff
Jaces
Republic of Finland
United States
Robert
Elsie Engelke
Rose St
New York
Germany
Coulee Loop
Charles “Chuck” Fenske
CYO
Madison political briefs outline Wisconsin races and rumors
John Wyngaard reports from Madison on GOP moves for U.S. Senate with Roland Steinle and prospects for Ray Dittmore in the Fourth District. Senate prospects for Proxmire’s party mix, Thomson’s campaign pace, and lieutenant governor intrigue are noted along with Dane County Republican Leslie Pollard’s influence on recent conventions.
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Madison
Wis
Roland Steinle
U.S
Steinle
Wyngaard
Sen. Proxmire
Ray Dittmore
Clement Zablocki
Dane County
Republican Party
Leslie Pollard
U.S. Navy
Reader Q and A Survey of Facts From The La Crosse Tribune
A compilation of Q and A items answering questions on the Vestris disaster dates farm surplus values and cotton, President Eisenhower's grandparents, compulsory auto insurance states, oil producing wells, and eccentric U.S city nicknames with concise sourced figures and names.
Happy and Happy and Other Stories booklet offer
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau advertises a children’s booklet titled Happy and Happy and Other Stories. It promises fairy realm tales and animal adventures, tested in schools, beautifully illustrated, with clear type, priced 25 cents postpaid, coupon included.
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la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau
Eye St
N. W
Washington, D.C
Portraits James Metcalfe Portraits James Metcalfe
Poem expresses deep gratitude and love for James Metcalfe. The speaker recalls years of marriage, praises his sacrifices and devotion, and thanks him for keeping joy and hope alive.
Republicans Must Mobilize to Elect Knowland in California
Analysis compares 1954 California primaries under cross filing with the 1958 race. Labor union influence and urban turnout shape results, suggesting Democrats outvoting Republicans in primaries while stay-at-home Republicans risk losing congressional seats. Knowland appeal unclear to nonunion voters. strong mobilization needed.
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Knowland
Edmund Brown
California
Knight
New Jersey
Nebraska
Detroit
Congress
Senator Knowland
New York Herald Tribune, Inc
Skeleton In Closet From Coronet Hotel Tale
A hotel guest notes repeated elevator out of order signs at a small inn. A porter reveals the shaft is actually a broom closet, used to impression rather than function, highlighting a humorous pretence.
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Coronet
Doctor Answers Reader Questions on Health Habits
Dr Edwin P. Jordan discusses mineral oil use and its risks to digestion and vitamin absorption. He cautions eyelid swelling may signal local or systemic illness and urges medical check to identify the cause. He notes high blood pressure in a 22 year old needs further evaluation to determine type before advice. He questions the idea of an overacid condition as unclear and emphasizes body’s acid base balance.
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J.M. A
G.L. A
Bright
La Crosse Tribune Publication and Rates Notice
The La Crosse Tribune announces pricing for home delivery and mail subscriptions including rates for La Crosse Onalaska La Crescent areas. Rates cover weekly and monthly options with regional distinctions and advance payment requirements.
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la Crosse Tribune
4Th and
Cass Sts
la Crosse
Wis
Lee Newspaper Group
Associated Press
Tribune
Jann & Kelley, Inc
New York
Chicago
Detroit
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Kansas City
Atlanta
Onalaska
la Crescent
Carrier Bay
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