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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1947
Page
13
The narrator recalls a small surprise cleanup at their house by Truthful James after a regular March cleaning. Objects were moved, and the narrator stubbed a toe on something that appeared gone in the morning, triggering a remembered poem line and a cryptic code.
Arcadia News Leader quotes Truman arguing that removing greed from power could prevent national economic collapse and raises the question whether the government would then take charge.
A visitor describes Spring Grove's Homecoming with high praise for the pageant parade and the town's merchants. They note about 102 percent cooperation from locals and commend the professionalism of performers, concluding Spring Grove staged an impressive celebration.
The Arcadia Leader argues an editor should publish opposing viewpoints to provoke debate and avoid alienating readers. The piece suggests balanced coverage fosters engagement and controversy.
Charles R. Lowe laments immigrant settlement and citizenship paths, contrasts with native rights, and notes laws can be altered by lawmakers. He mentions white officials and lawyers shaping policy while Indians’ property and tax status are debated. He also observes seasonal labor needs and transportation for workers heading to camps and races.
An 1880 note from Spring Grove and Caledonia editors reports mutual admiration between Spring Grove girls and Caledonia lads. The Old Settler’s copy notes friendly cross visits as evidence of the towns’ amiable ties and shared social scene.
The brief readable line celebrates daily life as mighty exciting in Arcedia with a casual, hometown voice and a nod to local identity.
The Sam Olsons of Lanesboro attract publicity as a 13 foot long couple with Sammy at 6 ft 7 in and his wife at 6 ft 4 in. The story, picked up by state weeklies, follows prior notices by dailies.
A brief opinion notes that being a Communist means workers protest violently when jobless and strike to gain work, reflecting a critical view from Arcadia News Leades.
Chief of Police C. E. Lehman returns with the August 1899 Municipal Progress, a 48 page Sparta focused magazine. It showcases 206 pictures of leading businesses, banks interiors, hotels like Ida House, Warner, and the Dodge shop, plus officers, merchants, churches, schools and city departments painting a thriving Sparta. It lists notable citizens, officials, and firms shaping the era including the Dodge brothers store and prominent local bankers and doctors.
At the district No. 1 annual meeting William N. Olson was re elected clerk for three years. Eleven thousand dollars was voted for the upcoming budget. State funds will cover transportation to high schools. Clarifications included the Minnesota plan with units of three grades and a $150 000 bond issue to support the first six grades and recreation quarters. A nine member county surveying committee will recommend new district regrouping for upper grade education.
The Sparta Chamber of Commerce, at its annual dinner, voted to change its fiscal year from July 1 to January 1 and to elect new directors then. President Leo Deiast and Secretary Gage Baldwin reviewed the year’s accomplishments and highlighted projects with farmers, rural youth events, and public improvements.
Vernon county editors and local clergymen will join a Thursday field tour on July 10. Prof. O R Zeasman of the university extension will conduct the tour sponsored by the county agents office. A previously planned trip was cancelled due to inclement weather.
At a crowded council meeting Finn Johanesen and Leo Smith signed a contract authorizing REA to run a high line through La Farge on the old railway right of way. The line extends north to south via the village, connects to a high line near the Schroeder mink farm, serves farmers south of town and reaches Viola. The proposal had been hotly contested for months.
American travelers are estimated to spend about $800 during European stays, more than double the prewar level, reflecting bustling tourism and higher living costs abroad.
Dr. Peter A. Munch from Norway and Dr. John Aseem of the University of Wisconsin examine Viroqua Westby and Coon Valley to test a model of peaceful cultural adjustment. They seek to dispel melting pot theories by documenting heritage upkeep and social harmony among local Scandinavian settlers.
The Miles-Hagen Post No 200 of Black River Falls American Legion plans a gala homecoming with 10 big rides 40 concessions and 200 workers. Seven grand stand acts a hillbilly show nightly $1200 fireworks daily and free grounds admission mark the festival July 4 5 and 6. Jackson county merchants sponsor a July 4 parade bands contests and games including junior bicycle race. Football action features Black River Falls Merchants semi pro team vs Pigeon Falls July 4 and Milwaukee Crescents July 6 with bands nightly and a 4-H home talent show.
Robert Baldwin, a Monroe county welfare department caseworker since 1938, resigns to become case work supervisor at Fond du Lac, effective July 1. His successor is not named. Baldwin served in the U S Navy from 1942 to 1946 and is married to Mary Jodney of Black River Falls.
Formal dedication of the Oakdale Co-Operative Electrical association building is set for July 6 in Oakdale. Norris Maloney will be master of ceremonies with Claude Wickard as principal speaker. Governor Oscar Rene Obenhoff and William T. Evine are among expected officials. The building houses management offices merchandise display and storage. Local appliance dealers will exhibit products for patrons to view. Ben Berger the Madison magician will entertain between talks, with two bands providing music.
The New Amsterdam Wisconsin 4-H club plans the annual Fourth of July celebration at the John Van Dunk picnic grounds as a community affair. Activities include a ball game races and games with fireworks. Attendees should bring own table service and a covered dish for the shared meal.
In Coon Valley Wisconsin the Youth for Christ committee announces a Fourth of July picnic at Timber Coulee near Skogdalen church between Westby and Coon Valley. O M Eleven of Viroqua opens at 11 a m with Rev Alfred Kramme of Peterson Minn leading the 2 30 p m session. Timber Coulee Luther League to sell ice cream drinks and snacks. The Amazon river is 4000 miles long.
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