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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1946
Page
4
The Family OLICITORS annual fund drive backs the Family Welfare association founded in 1912. It outlines aims to foster wholesome family life, aid households facing poverty or character challenges, provide confidential guidance to prevent divorce, and shift focus from material help to helping people understand themselves and their problems for a healthier community.
The Assembly of God church on North Seventh Street completed a new tabernacle with Pastor R. A. Rieben actively aiding from digging the basement to laying blocks and hauling cement. Services began June 16 in the finished structure after a winter of construction and sod front lawn work.
Detroit reports a steady rise in auto production with a goal of two million units in six months if strikes stay limited. Parts suppliers are accelerating and bottlenecks should ease, though the waiting buyer remains far from receiving a car soon. Politicians again face multiple difficulties with few solutions.
A Wisconsin man has driven nearly 300000 miles in his car amid tight parking in the area. The piece notes the heavy use of his vehicle and the ongoing challenge of securing space in the community.
Three Japanese aliens in Hawaii were convicted of flaunting their national flag honoring Emperor Hirohito. Each received one year in jail and a $1000 fine under a territorial wartime statute prohibiting enemy flags. The article notes widespread war guilt denial among Japanese residents and wider rumors surrounding postwar reparations and loyalties.
Frank Kent argues congress may approve a cash bonus for veterans that would complicate a balanced budget for the next fiscal year. He notes figures between 3.5 and 8.5 billion dollars and warns it could derail Truman’s income outgo matching.
The Chicago Daily News reports civilian employment reached 55.3 million in May 1946, surpassing July 1943 wartime highs. Soldiers return to work, along with women and older workers leaving war jobs. Veterans estimates show seven-eighths of demobilized personnel are employed, challenging prior unemployment forecasts for 1946.
A collection of quotes from leaders and scholars on crime causes, postwar disillusionment, survival urges shaping policy, medical misdiagnosis, and famine threats. Notable voices include Benjamin E. Astbury, S. Messersmith, Harold E. Stassen, Dean Acheson, Dr A E Bennett, and Herbert Hoover.
The Hobbs anti racketeering measure seeks to close a Supreme Court loophole in the 1934 act and is now on President Truman's desk after surviving House passage and being folded into the Case bill. Truman may veto or sign. Hobbs argues rights of labor and peaceful activity remain protected.
A Madison reader argues for amendments to Wisconsin state constitution regarding state accounts auditing and parochial school transportation. The letter notes low public awareness and difficulty in explaining the issues while urging modernization of auditing possibly via a post auditing department. It cites broad support among taxpayers groups and lawmakers for change.
The piece argues voters ignore details before elections and suggests objective bodies like the League of Women Voters and taxpayers groups to promote engagement. It notes a second constitutional amendment proposal will be covered in future dispatches and urges organized public scrutiny.
A reader query column from the La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau answers questions on quorum in the U S House of Representatives and the availability of prepared baby food. It notes a typical House quorum of 218 with vacancies affecting the exact number and provides details on postage rates to Canada.
Lorraine and Marguerite Otto return from Oil City and Pittsburgh with family members for an indefinite stay. The piece notes 62 years since St Michael's orphanage opened in La Crosse and 25 years since the current building's completion. Also mentions Mrs Flora Chickering as guest at Eagle Bluff and a severe hail storm in La Crosse. Edward J. Henning, ex U S labor commissioner, to speak under Moose auspices, staying with Alfred Langenbach.
All servicemen may take out up to $10,000 life insurance. They are not compelled but are strongly urged to do so, especially before going overseas.
Evacuation of 3rd 17th 20th 21st and 34th Squadrons of the 24th Pursuit Group to Bataan in early 1942. Field Order No 4 on January 10 1942 redesignated the group as the 2nd Infantry Regiment of the 71st Division under General Selick later replaced by General Pearce. The unit joined Luzon force on March 11 1942 and earned a presidential citation GO 22 April 30 1942 for defense of the Philippines.
A compact dictionary and word book promises 21 000 definitions in a pocket sized volume 3 3 by 5 2 inches costing 25 cents postpaid. Send coupon and payment to La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau 316 Eve St NE Washington.
AP Foreign Affairs Analyst J M Roberts Jr explains Sunday's Polish plebiscite will likely decide Mikolajczyk’s peasant party amid militia policing and mass arrests. He notes terror on both sides, voter intimidation, and the referendum’s link to future elections and Soviet influence.
A Tribune editor's note on letters requires names and addresses for public debate. The writer defends railway workers who struck over time and wage rules, cites the need for rule changes, and argues labor deserves fair treatment plus respect for workers like Gardner Withrow and Chet Riley. The piece urges readers to consider workers' hardships and to live by the golden rule.
A citizen questions why a homeowner cannot buy a board for a shelf while lumber is secured for a large night club or roadhouse on U S Highway 16 near Lasosse.
South Africa plans to distribute travel films showcasing the country to audiences worldwide in multiple languages. The project aims to boost tourism and cultural exchange by highlighting key regions, attractions, and experiences across diverse markets.
Publication masthead from La Crosse Tribune Leader-Press details print origins editors and publication rights. Mentions date of entry June 7 1904 and Associated Press rights for reprints.
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