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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1946
Page
4
Washington opinion warns that labor unions and White House wage policies have eroded price controls. The piece argues the OPA’s survival hinges on broader inflation-fighting measures, with veto threats and congressional action shaping its fate.
The article argues that despite cutbacks and old appropriations, Congress is increasing recent estimates, suggesting the 1947 deficit could reach eight billion dollars. Strikes and wage hikes reduce corporate net income, affecting taxes and revenues, while shipping subsidies rise. Even with economy, true balance remains distant.
The treasury launches its first peacetime savings bond drive focused on sound investment. Series E sales lag behind redemptions by nearly 500 million dollars this year while F and G issues offset a net drain. Begun on D-Day anniversary, the campaign runs through July 4 to curb cashing and spending amid inflationary pressures.
Wheat experts foresee a winter wheat harvest in the midwest at least 26 million bushels above optimistic estimates. Yet bakers warn that exports and farmer reluctance to sell could offset gains, as government promises of more domestic flour clash with limited deliveries.
General Hershey argues that youths should handle daily chores to build responsibility, linking such discipline to fitting life after rejection for mental instability. He notes the difficulty of persuading the pampered young to accept tougher realities and recalls his congressional testimony on extending the draft law.
The monitor warns buyers to appraise a home and weigh design, construction, neighborhood, and future needs. It notes GI Bill housing rules protect veterans but also risk encouraging easy purchases and urges careful consideration of ongoing costs and income. It cautions about inflation and postwar housing shortages and advises patience if possible.
The St Paul Pioneer Press notes relief shipments to Japan after its openness to aid and cites Licensed Agencies for Relief in Asia as organizing on site distribution. It recalls 1923 quake generosity and asserts a swift American response would match past generosity if Japan faced a peacetime calamity again.
A compact explainer uses the figure to illustrate vast scales from U S debt to planetary distances. It contrasts speeds and measures such as a plane at 300 mph, a billion matches across the United States, a car’s million miles, and a billion minutes, noting Fortune smiles on no one who jokes.
Editor notes this is the second of three stories on a British loan Congress may approve. The piece explains that individuals cannot borrow. the loan is made by British banks through dollar and pound sterling transfers. It details how bilateral payments and holdings in American banks support trade and wartime finance, and how Britain now seeks dollars to pay for goods.
Tribune notes mark anniversaries and older presidencies with a Cairn of names. Nedvidek returns from national naturopathic congress in Omaha where she led program and social events. Forss visit Columbia Street. Nottinghams visit daughter Nelson. Serres spent summer after touring with Student Prince as property man. Paulson accepts Lutheran pulpit call in Sill and George streets. Utermoeh invited to Fountain City Fourth of July address. Mueller's hydroplane entered St Paul races. Colton elected secretary of state Red Firemen association. Nordengren honored at La Crosse Railway birthday celebration.
John Wyngaard reports that July 8 brings annual school district meetings in countless Wisconsin rural schools yet voter turnout often collapses to a few dozen. Quincy Doudna notes the irony of praising democracy while participation remains weak. The piece warns of eroding grass roots democracy as public indifference grows.
An anonymous veteran letter to a Tribune column argues under GI Bill rights veterans deserve fair reemployment and a living wage. He cites USES delays, low factory wages of 23 to 24 dollars weekly, and a proposed 0.70 per hour rail job as insufficient, urging public action and accountability.
MILWAUKEE March Field, publisher of the Chicago Sun and head of Field Enterprises, urged Milwaukee Advertising club members to speak up for advertising and practice strong public relations to show advertising’s role in improving life. He said wartime social service ideas must continue after V J day to help keep the peace.
Evelyn Brand of the Friends of Democracy classed Sen. Wiley and Rep. Keefe and Rep. O’Konski from Wisconsin as a bad group while placing Rep. Biemiller in the good category. Ralph Shikes said the remarks reflect only her organization.
J M Roberts Jr outlines how Soviet aims in postwar Europe influence Germany’s future. Russia may push for a unified or federated Germany, heightening tensions with Britain and the United States. A Fortune poll adds context on Western belief in Russia’s dominance versus defense, and long-term peace prospects.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau provides answers on facts from Bancroft Hall size to gorilla walking posture. Topics include world boundary lengths, heavy truck allowances by state, cleaning asbestos shingles, veteran housing priority, overpayment recovery, and merchant seamen pay during illness with free medical care in military hospitals.
The Maltese cross, badge of the Knights of Malta, features eight points with each of its four arms ending in two points.
Q A veteran who applies for a GI loan must pay the appraisal fee even if the loan is not approved. J T A Navy says the USS Pocomoke AV-9 is in Philadelphia with the 16th fleet and will be inactivated. E V A housing rights for a man with 14 months service and a bad conduct discharge is questioned.
The 36 page booklet from Uncle Sam’s experts offers a four page section on DDT as a household insecticide and explains prompt steps for pest control. Order today for ten cents postpaid by the A Crosse Tribune Information Bureau at 316 Eve St NE Washington DC.
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