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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1945
Page
6
The article argues about Japanese espionage before Pearl Harbor and the potential impact of balloon weapons. It discusses American resolve, the emperor belief, and Tokyo's plans for larger balloons piloted by crews, noting public fear and the desire to prevail in war.
The community bids farewell to Kurtz as he departs for Sacramento to take on greater responsibility. His quick rise and friendly manner left a lasting impression, with warm wishes for success and an invitation to visit.
A wartime rallying message urges citizens to buy bonds beyond limit to boost the war effort. It notes the remaining half of the conflict will be harder and losses heavier while praising the valor of those fighting. It mentions unaccounted figures Von Ribbentrop and Hitler and mocks rumors about their location.
The article discloses the remaining unknowns about postwar cars focusing on how far they can run with the initial down payment. It notes consumer concerns and hints at pricing, financing options, and the potential reach of early installment plans.
A California doctor suggests people are inherently half lazy, while noting some may only grasp half the truth. The remark playfully nudges toward human behavior and energy use.
Opinion argues universal military training is needed to build large reserves for navy and army after WWII. The piece critiques secrecy over overseas bases and force levels and urges clear policy from the War and Navy Departments as Truman weighs postwar manpower. It cites the Yalta commitments and calls for public disclosure on long term military needs.
A column critiques postwar diplomacy and the Yalta promise to modify the Security Council veto. It argues the United States overpromised in seeking favor with small nations, risking bitterness, credibility, and global influence. It cautions against diluting power and urges restraint in commitments.
James Marlow analyzes congressional finances showing confusion over tax free expense allowances and salary comparisons between House and Senate. He notes unequal long distance call allowances, mutual silence on budgets, and a special committee’s slow progress toward modernization.
Sheriff O B Woll and District Attorney William H Stevenson announce a campaign to confiscate slot gambling devices found operating in taverns and other venues. Edward Dugan heads to Fort Sheridan for brief officer reserve corps training before joining a Civilian Conservation Corps camp. Mark Sutton says 14 Central High athletes qualified for Amateur Athletic Union medals after this week’s tests. Names include Harold Klawitter Homer Stahl George Irvine Donald Chase and others.
Madison reporters note Assemblyman Vernon Thomson, long a top Republican, has been deposed as floor leader though he remains a senior member. Republicans now rely on Ora Rice Julius Spearbreaker Fred Pfennig and William Nuss to steer party bills amid a pivotal session.
Paris reports on General Jean de Lattre de Tassigny as a poised French leader for Berlin talks. The portrait highlights his charisma, battlefield record in 1940 at Rethel, resistance efforts, escape from Vichy, and influence among Allied powers with De Gaulle's backing in forming the French army.
Federal warrant charges John Johnson a 38 year old North Cape Racine county farmer with selling rationed beef without points. He was arrested while slaughtering cattle after selling a carcass and a half weighing 718 pounds for 308.74 dollars at 43 cents a pound, well above the 19 1/2 cent ceiling. OPA director Harold Smith said his office had received many complaints.
To curb a current crime wave in Mexico, President Avila Ca Macho orders a major reorganization of the federal secret service. The move signals a broad overhaul aimed at tightening security and improving intelligence and enforcement capabilities.
U S army officers led by Col. James W. Fraser seized the Milwaukee county house of correction late yesterday turning the site into a military prison. About 1 500 inmates were anticipated, with 500 guards housed in tents and later barracks. The move follows a federal circuit court ruling upholding government seizure against protests by Milwaukee County and Wisconsin. District Attorney William J. McCauley may seek a writ of certiorari to appeal to the Supreme Court when it reconvenes in October.
J M Roberts Jr analyzes Russia’s demand to veto council action and its spin toward cooperation at the conference. He notes Big Five veto power persists, while Soviet delegates show a conciliatory tone aimed at securing Russia’s safety. He contrasts past Allied actions and highlights bay-level army contacts between Russian and American soldiers as a sign of potential improved relations.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers factual answers by mail for a 3 cent return postage, covering saints of actors, soil use in New York subways, Europe in Turkey, canning without sugar, Thumb Bible size, Plautus quotation, Farm poultry rations, APO address significance, and pharmacist’s mate duties in the navy.
The guidance states no fixed point total qualifies for automatic discharge. Eligibility depends on overall factors like length of service, spouse and number of children, with those highest in points slated for release in the first year.
A short notice promotes a booklet titled Kew Words and Phrases listing new wartime terms and phrases. The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers copies for fifteen cents postpaid and provides an address in Washington D C for ordering using the coupon.
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