Youth and experience in 1960 presidential race
The piece argues that age will not decide the 1960 nomination battles as Kennedy Nixon and rivals skew young. It notes Kennedy will be 43 at the Democratic convention, Nixon 47, Humphrey 49, Johnson 51, Rockefeller 52, with Stevenson and Symington older. It recalls past nominees under 50 like Dewey and Roosevelt, concluding voters will judge by ability, experience, and trustworthiness rather than age, citing I Corinthians 5 7.
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Hubert Humphrey
Minnesota
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Texas
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Pan American Unions Sign Defense Cargo Pacts
Pan American World Airways inks agreements with three unions to keep defense cargo and personnel moving during any labor tie ups. The pacts reassure continuous airlift of defense traffic in a crisis, setting an example for U.S. airlines.
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Roaring Jazz Diplomacy and Rooney in Roars of Roast
Robert C Ruark argues American jazz, led by Sidney Bechet and Jack Teagarden, has built global goodwill and cultural influence abroad. He questions Rep John Rooney's critique of $102000 for a three month Asia tour, praising Commodore Music and artists like Crystal, Satchmo, and Artie Shaw for shaping American art abroad.
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Paris
John J. Rooney
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Rooney
Jack Teagarden
Asia
Jackson
Combo
Congress
Jack Crystal
Commodore Music Shop
America
Crystal
Commodore
Rain Barrel Method and Quizzes From Mark Van Doren
Autobiography excerpt shows a doctor father seeking comfort for patients, recalls a dying man who asks to lie in a rain barrel to die peacefully, a parable on care and mercy. Also mentions wood quality and a Modern Quiz Book offering, with coupon pricing and order details.
Doctor Replies On Hysterectomy Myths For Women Over Forty
Edwin P. Jordan, M D clarifies that routine hysterectomy for cancer prevention is not supported by most experts. He explains the procedure and its risks, notes weight gain is usually from diet, and says hairiness and marital impact are not typically caused or worsened by the operation.
Landon says Roosevelt will not seek third term in 1939 review
In a 1939 retrospective Alf M. Landon, the GOP’s 1936 nominee, states Roosevelt won’t run again. The piece also notes Ted Bullak’s glider flight from Sturgeon Bay to Frankfort, Mich., in about an hour. Milwaukee riot injures thirteen at Allis-Chalmers plant. eight police and deputies hurt. Obituaries and a wave of local notes accompany the year’s look back.
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N.J
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Sturgeon Bay
Frankfort
Mich
Allis- Chalmers
Milwaukee
Jerome G. Fogel
Travis
Edward Raatz
Today’s Quiz reveals history and lore from trivia bureau
A reader asks about the Eiffel Tower’s reign as the world’s tallest structure and Cooperstown’s naming, noting the National Baseball Hall of Fame site. The quiz cites the Chrysler Building’s 1929 surpassing height and marks Otsego Lake nearby. It also lists a traditional magpie proverb with counts.
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Cooperstown
N. Y
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William Cooper
Albany
Otsego Lake
National Baseball Hall of Fame
Portraits of James Metcalfe by a Military High School
A poetic piece extols a military high school as a source of discipline study and gentlemanly virtues for boys. It asserts the school shapes truth loyalty and obedience and prepares graduates for service. Some boys resist commissions, but the school inspires many to help protect the nation.
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Conservative government outlook mirrors US trends
The piece compares Britain and the United States, noting Conservatives in power in both with a liberal tint and general elections ahead. It cites unemployment as a campaign lever, observed improvements in living standards under Macmillan, and parallels in calls for a nuclear test pause and summit talks as signs of pacifist sentiment influencing policy.
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Great Britain
United States
Lawrence Britain
America
British Socialist Labor Party
Democratic Party
Britain
Macmillan
Socialist Labor Party
Wisconsin sales tax debate grows despite quiet legislature
In Madison and beyond, taxpayers push for a sales tax as a complement to income and property taxes. The public dispute features economists, political divides, and potential shifts as Governor aides review plans while Britain shifts toward conservatism amid a nuclear tests debate.
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Statehouse
Wisconsin
Oswald Jacoby Bridge Column Debuts In Tribune
A Tribune readers’ note praises Oswald Jacoby joining the paper with a bridge column. A college student thanks the editor and expresses fond memories of city life while announcing plans to return in three years.
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Letters to the Editor Rules and Privacy Notice
The column invites letters on general interest topics and reserves the right to condense or withhold publication. Letters must not exceed 300 words and personal or religious controversies are excluded. Names and addresses of authors are required or a pen name may be used if withheld. Upon request, directly affected individuals or groups may be identified.
Local La Crosse Tribune Ad Rates and Delivery Info
The La Crosse Tribune announces home delivery rates for La Crosse Onalaska and La Crescent including the Sunday edition. Rates list weekly and annual prices for within 75 miles and 75 to 150 miles, with city delivery and mail subscriptions payable in advance.
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