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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1948
Page
4
A 9:30 a m bugle call will raise the Stars and Stripes on the Centennial stockade at Fourth and Main as Veterans Day is observed. Merchants are urged to display flags on curbs while a parade to Riverside park bandshell precedes a colorful program and a week culminates with the Freedom Train’s La Crosse stop.
Dr. Claire L. Straith of Harper Hospital warns the front seat beside the driver, termed the death seat, sees higher injury rates in crashes. Analysis of 50 accidents shows about 70 percent of facial injuries occur to women in that seat. He urges removal of interior hazards and sway toward safer design, though she doubts quick adoption. He even cushions his own car’s dashboard area.
The United Nations Advisory Committee of Information Experts argues public skepticism about the UN is natural due to past failures. They recommend a traditional publicity push to better explain the UN’s constructive economic social and humanitarian work and clarify its functions and limitations. The task may be challenging given the nature of the organization.
Safety on the farm remains a major concern with 19 500 lives lost and nearly 2 million injured in 1947. The National Safety Council notes rural hazards exceed population ratios and credits 4 H clubs and similar groups for cutting farm accidents by about 20 000 from the prior year.
A reflective line suggests nature imposes greater burden on the thin, examining how physical limitations and resilience intersect with body type. The phrase hints at hardship beyond mere appearance.
The piece argues Truman should have stayed in Washington during the final days of congressional session to influence legislation and public opinion. It contends his absence weakens his party, noting two-thirds overrides of his vetoes and the need for presidential presence to shape laws. It emphasizes the president’s duty to be in the White House during closing sessions.
Chief John W. Polcyn of Milwaukee reports a survey of 70 so called comic books finds 75 percent unsuitable for juveniles. He will continue the study with distributors threatening to withdraw objectionable issues. A bill to outlaw such comics may be proposed to the Wisconsin legislature.
Northern Wisconsin faces unusually severe fire danger this year with early June conditions. Despite moderate losses, careful handling by crews and drivers is vital as careless acts could rekindle disaster akin to Peshtigo.
The Wall Street Journal recounts Albert Payson Terhune describing a childhood moment when he admitted to eating a bowlful of lump sugar. He cried as he ate, saying his conscience kept him from enjoying the mischief.
A noisy column notes barbs on no button shirts flooding the market and echoes of laundry returns. It quips on spring fashions and sunburn social bravado while musing on streetcar crowds and frugal kitchen habits. A teacher praises pupils for original ideas except when they involve school matters.
Madison report surveys a busy year in Wisconsin politics with Republicans weighing district conventions for endorsements following a Milwaukee experience while Oscar Rennebohm campaigns for renomination. It notes possible campaigns by Burger Engbrechtson Mark Catlin and others and highlights GOP plans to fund two high school student delegates to the Young Republican state convention.
Reader questions answered on a range of topics from chipmunks to pensions. Notable entries include details on chipmunk captivity, Brigadier General Wallace A. Graham’s birth in 1910, bond purchase limits, Wright brothers patents, Civil War pensions, Lincoln memorial on the five dollar bill, and the president as commander in chief in peace and war.
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James Marlow argues convention noise misleads voters highlighting how managers quietly win delegates. He recalls Chicago 1944 where Bricker drew crowds and Dewey held power behind the scenes, showing cheers rarely reflect actual nomination outcomes.
Editor emphasizes that all letters to the Public Debate column must include names and addresses. letters lacking this accompanying information will not be considered. The guidance appears in the public debate column policy.
A letter from Mrs. Wm. G. Nelson requests the return of four $20 bills found in an envelope at 1811 Prospect Street. The writer notes a phone call acknowledged the finders and warns of a heavy penalty if the money is not returned, urging honesty and promising a reward.
The H. H. Buncher Co. of Pittsburgh bid 126 176 dollars for the U S S Sable as it went on the block. The firm said it planned to scrap the vessel which had served as a Great Lakes passenger carrier and wartime navy pilot training ship. The Great Lakes Historical Society had sought it for a national museum.
Cub Scout pack 10 of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed church held a Thursday picnic at Myrick park led by Den Dad Myr Turner and Cubmaster Ralph Kuether. Den two beat den one 33 to 28 in the park ball game. Attending scouts included Richard Schoenfeld Bruce Ranis David Seiler Tommy Rossi Merle Hoeth Milo Hoeth Gustav Kuether Tyrone Torgeson Jimmie Jahn Jon Turner and David Stoffel. Ralph David Kuether attended as a guest.
James D. White assesses Korea as split under two governments with North backed by Russia and South by the United States and the UN. He warns that withdrawal of occupation forces could ignite internal conflict while Koreans expect policy shifts after the U.S. presidential election.
New York entrepreneur Lou Stillman runs Stillman’s gym a vast indoor boxing facility where about 75 fighters train daily. He supplies rings bags and showers—fighters pay for lockers rooms spectators pay to watch. He recalls training champions from Dempsey to Louis and explains his tough house rules while reflecting on boxers’ stamina and modern training habits.
Tribune notes span ten to forty years ago with visits relatives promotions and travels among Detroit La Crosse Minneapolis and Kansas City figures. Second Lieut George Eckhardt gains field artillery rank. Agnes Erickson heads home to Colorado Springs after visits. Bundled bits mention farm licensing health officer moves and a navy address by Captain Richmond Hobson at fairgrounds.
Editorial and department heads of the La Crosse Tribune with city and state editors listed. Publication details include address 4th and Cass Sts La Crosse Wisconsin, circulation hours, AP membership, and mail subscription rates across zones.
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