Senate Bill Pushes Higher Social Security Old Age Annuities
The senate and house move toward higher federal old age annuities and broader coverage. About 2.1 million men and 2.8 million others receive related pensions. proposed changes include raising monthly limits, extending eligibility, and including more workers such as domestics and farm staff.
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SPEBSQSA Choruses Set for La Crosse District Meet
Local worship of barbershop harmony returns with SPEBSQSA choruses in La Crosse. Dozens of groups compete at Memorial field, sponsored by La Crosse SPete chapter 27, celebrating four part blend and tradition.
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Vatican Diplomatic Post Remains Open Amid Controversy
The Vatican maintains its diplomatic post as scrutiny grows over church diplomacy and state relations. Officials insist continuity of missions while critics question funding and oversight.
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Debate over Truman Vatican envoy sparks partisan clash
The issue of appointing a personal representative or a full minister to the Vatican draws protests and political maneuvering. State memo favored a successor with informal status to Myron Taylor. Church groups press for Senate confirmation and a regular legation, while critics warn of church state tension.
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Progressives Move In to Power in Wisconsin Democrats
John Wyngaard outlines how ex Progressives have transformed the Wisconsin Democratic Party turning it into a dynamic force while many former Progressive leaders stay with the GOP. Younger progressives push for influence, altering party balance as the Progressive party fades.
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Rent Control Changes Set to End in 1951 With City Votes
ABC on the new rent control bill explains controls stay until December 31 1950 and end June 30 1951 unless a city or county votes to keep them longer. It details the five main provisions state actions and the role of the housing expediter Tighe Woods and the appeal process for landlords and tenants.
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Moonlight excursion aboard full-steel President steamer
The big all-steel Steamer President will offer its first moonlight excursion at La Crosse on July 3 and 4 marking its first voyage in the upper Mississippi region. Rev H C Medicus returns to St John’s parish Britton S D after visiting his parents at 421 Fifth Avenue South.
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La Crosse Prepares Band Concert Series and Population Recount
Thirty years ago J E McConnell attends a Madison reunion for the class of 1887 as La Crosse readies the municipal band for an evening concert next Sunday under acting mayor A P Funk and City Attorney Oscar J Swennes. A special council meeting Friday aims to demand a population recount after the official tally shows 30 363 residents.
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Summer Town Sketches From South Fourth Street
Report notes children enjoying summer days with fishing, marching groups, and a girl leading a flag procession on South Fourth street. Locals describe a county scenic drive with cheap family outings and maps. A note mentions a church at Church Iowa with Congregational presence.
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GOP Split Three Ways For 1952 In Washington
Washington Republicans divide into three camps as 1952 approaches. Group one backs Taft and a strong conservative platform, Group two supports Eisenhower as a nationwide appeal, and Group three leans to Warren or Duff with labor appeal.
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