Hearing Set On 13 Million Flood Control Project
A draft environmental impact statement outlines a 13 million flood control project for La Crosse. It requires 69 acres of levee land, protects 1 700 families and 900 businesses, and faces environmental concerns and economic questions about alternative levee and highway plans.
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Keranen
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Barron Island
Black River
Milwaukee Road Roundhouse
Nixon Cabinet weighs anti inflation moves as prices rise
President Nixon and his Cabinet discussed the economy with no decisions yet on strengthening the fight against inflation. Deputy press secretary Warren said inflation is considered the No 1 problem and Cabinet officers were invited to propose actions as needed. Wholesale prices surged again in May.
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White House
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Labor Department
Laird
United States
Senate
Hugh Scott
Wilbur Mills
House
Ways and Means Committee
Wholesale price index surges in May inflation data
The Labor Department reports a 2.1 percent monthly rise in the wholesale price index for May, signaling a 25.2 percent annual rate and driven by farm products, processed foods, and fuels. Officials debate anti inflation options as Nixon considers wage price measures and tax moves.
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Cost of Living Council
Melvin Laird Says No to Nixon Role as Domestic Counselor
Melvin R. Laird resigns from retirement to become counselor to the president for domestic affairs with Cabinet rank. He is cited as believing Nixon needs protection from impulses and that aides misread the president, leading to Watergate. He reportedly refused direct orders such as a $300 million Penn Central loan.
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White House
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Laird
Henry A. Kissinger
John D. Ehrlichman
Ehrlichman
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Weekend Forecast: Clouds, Showers Possible
Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers Thursday night into Friday. Lows near 55, highs near 75 with light winds shifting from west to north Friday. Saturday remains partly cloudy with a similar shower chance and little temperature change.
POWs Begin Personal Adjustment After Return
Ex prisoners of war face long adjustment periods as they transition from loneliness and dreams to new realities and decisions. The article notes ongoing challenges in reintegrating into civilian life and handling postwar demands.
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America
Onalaska Unit Practices River Crossing at Camp McCoy
The Onalaska based 32nd Engineers National Guard unit is practicing two river crossing methods while currently training at Camp McCoy. The exercises aim to enhance amphibious capability and tactical mobility for potential field operations.
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Onalaska
Ways and Means backs debt ceiling restraint vote
The House Ways and Means Committee voted to keep the federal debt ceiling unchanged, refusing to raise the government's borrowing capacity.
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Ways and Means
Editorial and Notices Page Highlights
A brief page overview lists editorial features and local notices across the paper. Included are Ann Landers guidance, bridge column, women's news, stock market notes, sports, comics, TV listings, crosswords, and classified sections.
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