Tax Burden on Cars Highlighted by Auto Makers Leader
A. E. Barit of Hudson and chairman of the Automotive Manufacturers Association taxation committee told a Washington house committee that motorists paid 2.507 billion dollars in taxes last year. He cited 394 million federal excises on vehicles tires and parts and 367 million in the federal gasoline tax, with total federal, state and local taxes at 1.711 billion. He noted 78.5 percent of autos are owned by people earning less than 3,000 dollars annually and that a worker would need about 2.5 weeks’ pay to own a new car after taxes. He warned taxes across business raise prices and urged awareness of the iceberg-like tax burden concealed from view.
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Hudson
Automobile Manufacturers Association
House
Washington
Barit
Buy the Truth and Sell It Not Proverb Paraphrase
A compact religious motto notes the value of truth wisdom and understanding. It emphasizes guarding sacred knowledge and applying discernment in daily decisions.
Dittman Hardware Reaches 60 Years in La Crosse
The Dittman family retires after six decades running Fred Dittman Hardware in La Crosse. A pioneer business, it began with one other building on the block and became a long familiar fixture in town. The Tribune praises their contribution to local growth.
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la Crosse
Dittmans
Fred Dittman Hardware Company
Dittman Hardware
May employment soars to 58.53 million amid lower unemployment
May saw civilian employment rise to 58,530,000 with unemployment dropping by 450,000 to just under 2,000,000. Analysts suggest the expected recession may be delayed as retail sales hold up and job gains reach a new high.
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Nstead
Armed Services
Hollywood Communists Hope To Adopt Moscow System
The column notes reports that Hollywood Communists earn between 3000 and 5000 dollars weekly and express desire to shift to a Moscow style system, suggesting a link to the current zany tone of films.
Truman Drive to Expunge Communists from Payroll Progress
The inquiry asks about the status of efforts to remove communists from government payrolls and whether any expulsions or expulsions (expungees) have occurred. No verifiable updates are provided in the text.
Market fears flare as summer hits economy panic stage
The passage warns that the coming summer could trigger broad financial distress, echoing economist predictions of a widespread economic downturn and heightened uncertainty across sectors. It frames the era as a critical moment for markets, policy, and consumer confidence.
Truman tax veto sparks 1948 election clash
Opinion piece argues Truman's veto of the tax bill risks his re election and rewards Republicans. It alleges the veto misreads voter impact, could provoke a recession and harm world trade, Europe recovery and debt reduction, while stressing Congress must retain power to set tax rates.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
Europe
Executive
Legislative
Ottumwa Leaders Emphasize Swift Flood Recovery Action
Ottumwa residents urged immediate flood relief and city rebuilding. Officials cited 1903 echo and 1947 disaster, calling for unity, practical programs, and coordinated efforts by the Red Cross, city council, and health board to relocate damaged Central addition homes and improve sanitation.
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Ottumwa
Central Addition
Red Cross
Words to Graduates From New York University
Chancellor Harry Woodburn Chase spoke to New York University’s largest graduating class, over 5,000, many veterans, urging young Americans to serve with intelligence and wisdom. He warned that the nation’s world leadership carries obligations to humanity and to the times, urging all to make their voices heard.
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NEW York Times
New York University
Harry Woodburn Chase
Princely States Face Turbulence as India Moves Toward Independence
DeWitt MacKenzie discusses the split of India into Hindustan and Pakistan and the fate of over 560 princely states ruled by autocrats. He warns many rulers may disappear as self-government advances, with Congress opposing sovereign native states and Jinnah signaling freedom to choose. Potential for civil strife looms.
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British India
Hindustan
Pakistan
England
all-India Congress Party
Mahomed Ali Jinnah
Moslem League
Opa
La Crosse Notices Span Tea Guests and Local News
Tribune recaps ten years ago tea hosted by Mrs. Philip M. La Follette in Madison names fourteen La Crosse women guests. It notes other local moves including Berea College student visits and Mrs Klaudia Wiggen’s Los Angeles trip, plus anniversaries and obituaries from decades past.
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la Crosse
Madison
Philip M. la Follette
Mmes
Dan Randall
Frank Schneider, Sr
Walter Herlitzka
Alva Colby
Ernest Colburn
Melvin Gilberg
Oscar Morebo
Lyle Dusseau
Borghild Fritzvold
Blanche Flynn
Freda Bolkert
Ada Garske
F. S. Scott
Muelder
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Sletten-McKee Undertaking
A. Lynn McKee
Andrew A. Sletten
Thomas A. Sletten
A. L. McKee
Tillman Undertaking Company
Archie A. Skemp
Washington University
St. Louis
Kane Street
Frank Rooney
Frances Thomas
Bangor
Jansky’s Grove
Wigwam Slough
Goose Island
Answers To Questions From The Haskin Service
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers readers answers to factual queries by mail. Sample topics include earliest hobbies, autographs versus stamp collecting, the philosopher Schopenhauer and misspelled names, actress Margo’s real name Maria Boldao y Castilla, and the number of U S grade crossings at 226 153 per the Association of American Railroads.
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Maria Marguerita Guadalupe Boldao Y Castilla
Mexico City
United States
The
Association of American Railroads
Bobsled Danger and Cosmetic Law Curiosities
A quiz-like note states bobsled racing is extremely dangerous with booths for rapid accident notification. It also cites a Pennsylvania 1770 law claiming a marriage could be annulled if a wife deceives a husband during courtship with cosmetics.
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Pennsylvania
New Rent Control Bill Heads To President Truman
The bill, expected to be signed into law, replaces the current rent controls set to end June 30. It creates state boards in each area to set policy, weakens direct penalties on landlords, and outlines eviction rules and exemptions for new construction after February 1, 1947.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
OPA
Oshkosh Regent William Campbell Weds June Wheeler
William J. Campbell 75 a member of the University of Wisconsin board of regents and president of W. J. Campbell Lumber Co. of Oshkosh married June Wheeler 65 of Madison in a ceremony held in Circuit Judge Edward J. Gehl's chambers in West Bend. The couple will reside in Oshkosh after Sept. 1.
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Wis
William J. Campbell
Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin Board of Regents
June Wheeler
Madison
State Motor Vehicle Department
Edward J. Gehl
Campbell
W. J. Campbell Lumber Co
Violinist Huberman Dies After Italy Concert Tour
Bronislaw Huberman, 64, famed violinist praised in the United States and abroad, died Monday at his Nant sur Corser home in Geneva region Switzerland shortly after returning from a concert tour of Italy.
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Geneva
Switzerland
Bronislaw Huberman
United States
Nant Sur Corsier
Italy
Full staff on duty to render regular service
The release states the full staff will remain on duty until 4 P M to provide normal service.
Stassen Draws Wisconsin Attention In Fact Finding Tour
Harold E. Stassen Minnesota’s favorite son draws notice in Wisconsin as he tours the state pursuing presidential ambitions. An informal Rotary session and a 500 person hall meeting show him relaxed and approachable while residents ask about world affairs notably Joe Stalin.
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Harold E. Stassen
Minnesota
Stassen
Rhinelander
Menomonie
Rotary Club
Joe Stalin
Kremlin
Stassen Seeks Wisconsin Delegates With Local Government Focus
Stassen touring Wisconsin aims to win support from the state’s delegate bloc for the Philadelphia nominating convention. He speaks plainly on decentralization and local government, tailoring appeals to veterans of county politics while citing his governorship as proof of experience.
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Stassen
Wisconsin
Philadelphia
Rhinelander
Court House
America
First Naval Prize of War Won By Coast Guard Cutter
The Coast Guard cutter Jefferson captured a British brig as the United States entered the War of 1812, taking the first naval prize of the conflict.
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United States
Coast Guard
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