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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1956
Page
6
President Eisenhower, recovering at Walter Reed Hospital, resumes a heavier daily routine and plans a July Panama trip for an American states leaders meeting. He postponed a Nehru talks date but urged a new one, saying his Milestones show he aims to return to full duties and clarify second term intentions.
The piece notes 466 fireworks deaths in 1903 and only one last year, compares progress to automobile fatalities, and urges rigid law enforcement during the Fourth of July. It praises bans on dangerous fireworks and advocates tougher policing to curb reckless driving.
Aviation authorities probe a Venezuelan aircraft crash 40 miles from New York after an overspeeding propeller could not be feathered. A Coast Guard escort observed fuel dumping before a wing fire while the runaway propeller remained on the opposite side.
The 1952 campaign contribution records for both parties were destroyed in March 1955 by order of Speaker Samuel Rayburn’s staff after two years’ retention. The destruction, amid public inspection, followed a report that the records would not be archived and were burned to free space. Investigations by DOJ, FBI, and IRS are noted as ongoing.
Madison Wis One political reporter notes both parties show optimism in Wisconsin polls but reveal private doubts about ticket strength and candidate recruitment. Democrats fear weak issues and local gaps while Republicans acknowledge recent setbacks, splits and weak finances. The balance of power remains unsettled as both sides reassess chances in November.
In a dated verse themed note James J. Metcalfe explains limits to requests from a close friend. He emphasizes sincere intentions and inability to grant the heart’s desire, while promising attention to other matters.
In Washington the Daily Worker reports growing dissent within the American Communist Party over leaders like William Z. Foster and Eugene Dennis. Khrushchev’s denunciation of Stalin’s one man rule prompts criticism of Moscow's influence, while the Central Committee questions Russia’s role and whether U.S. leaders can align with Khrushchev’s call for national party identity and united fronts.
In a tribute to the newspaper and La Crosse radio stations, Mrs. Alf H. Gundersen thanks readers and stations WKBH WLCX and WKTY for publicizing the Red Cross Blood Program. She credits donor responses for stabilizing supplies at the Badger Blood center and urges continued support and visibility.
At the New Jersey Governors Conference Democrats push toward a united 1956 platform with a civil rights plank. Northern leaders like Averell Harriman and G. Mennen Williams soften stances as Adlai Stevenson network grows. Meyner notes progress in party cohesion while avoiding a South split.
The La Crosse Tribune recalls past items from ten to forty years ago. George W. Sauers of Walla Walla visits La Crosse relatives. Norman Bakkum is re elected VP and director of Yahr Lange La Crosse division. other notes include staffing moves, purchases, and society items.
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