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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1969
Page
6
The Wisconsin Assembly pushes a budget and tax plan with a Senate draft proposing 425 million in new taxes. Higher education, public schools, and welfare would reap most new funds while local property tax relief declines. The GOP seeks at least 100 million in cuts, urging restraint amid inflation and rising costs.
Judy Garland, famed for The Wizard of Oz and the Andy Hardy films, died in London. The actress, who defined childhood stardom for generations, once called herself Little Tortured Tillie during the long production years. Mickey Rooney, her co star, faced his own public struggles.
The piece analyzes city politics and party choices as New York faces a turbulent election. It criticizes liberal mayors Wagner and Lindsay, notes Mario Procaccino and John Marchi positions, and argues for order and stability over ideological aims. It cites Times critique and predicts outcomes amid political divisions.
The La Crosse Tribune announces publication details and rate information. The paper prints local news and AP content and is part of Lee Enterprises Inc. Subscribe options include carrier delivery for 1.35 every two weeks or mail rates upon request.
Washington dispatch notes negotiations over troop withdrawals remain stalled as Hanoi refuses reciprocity. Nixon faces public debate over how many U.S. troops will be withdrawn by year end 1970, with emphasis on American pullout despite talks at Paris.
The piece reflects on American life as seen from below by a migrant worker and longshoreman. It contrasts praise of personal liberty with critiques from novelists and critics who portray America as mechanized and dull. It urges resilience and kindness amid war and criticism.
An essay contrasts Picasso’s realism with photographs, arguing art mirrors inner reality better than literal likeness. It links modern painting to science, noting abstract works resemble nuclear imagery and subatomic theory, while some artists remain banal or fraudulent.
The 1949 notice states Cargill, Inc. of Minneapolis will construct dock and mooring facilities on the east bank of the Mississippi River at this location. Other items include a Wisconsin highway bill advancing 173 miles in 14 counties and wage issues cited by CIO Auto Workers over Ford proposals.
In a February Tribune-Exhibit letter Marlin D. Schneider, a Wisconsin Rapids history teacher, urges readers to oppose a Constitutional Convention. He cites Shays Rebellion and notes Washington Madison Franklin and Hamilton shaped a durable framework, while warns extremists threaten the republic. He urges informing legislators and voicing opposition.
At Stevens Point the New Democratic Coalition seized control of the Democratic campaign setup. The convention revealed deep voter weariness over Vietnam and antiballistic missile plans. Zablocki challenged foreign policy stances while party delegates showed ideological fervor amid a looming primary battle.
Calvin P. Marx of Viroqua argues in The Tribune that eight Wisconsin State University FM stations duplicate broadcaster training and waste taxpayer money. He questions the need for nine universities offering the same program and cites high costs and excessive classical music from the state network.
A reflection on George Orwell's 1984 under Big Brother, noting how illusion and censorship render citizens unable to think. Archibald MacLeish’s quip adds a critique of silenced voices, linked to Riblet’s work.
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