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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1950
Page
8
Dr. Hermann N. Sander had his medical license restored by New Hampshire officials but must regain Hillsboro County Medical Society membership to use hospital facilities. He plans to open a Manchester office next week and will refer patients needing hospitalization to other doctors until membership is resolved.
Donna Willsie 41 died June 22 at Angwah Ching sanitarium near Walker Minnesota. Funeral conducted at Harmony Methodist church with Rev Frank Sechrist officiating. Burial in Burr Oak cemetery. Survived by sister Charity Eckhardt Walker Minnesota and aunt Mrs Elma Gates La Crosse.
John Richert 85 died June 26 and funeral services were set for Thursday at 1 30 p m from the Lloyd Richert home and 2 p m at the Friends church in Mabel Naomi Olson officiating burial in the lesser cemetery He was born in 1865 in Alsace Lorraine son of Nicholas and Mary Richert came to the United States at 18 He married Cora Bell Smith of Hesper township Nov 30 1889 Surviving wife son Lloyd three brothers Jacob George Philip and one sister Mrs Kate Bernatz.
Perry Pugh aged 81 died at his home Wednesday after a long illness. Born February 8 1869 in Reedstown he married Matilda Elder in 1892. Survivors include his wife three sons three sisters and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Saturday 2 pm at the Christian church Soldiers Grove with Rev Roy Williams and Rev Vernon Norris officiating. Burial in Sugar Grove cemetery.
Mrs Amelia Dorrance 75 died Tuesday in Hixton services were held Saturday at 1 45 p m at Jensen Funeral Home Hixton and at 2 p m in First Presbyterian Church with Rev Winslow Wilson officiating Burial took place in Hixton Cemetery
Four ambulance calls were listed by the police department on Wednesday and Thursday. Wesley Brown aged 72 of 1620 Palace Street was taken to a local hospital at 5 15 p m after a fall caused a broken hip. Frances Dojeva aged 84 of 1322 Redfield Street was taken to hospital with a heart attack at 8 09 a m Thursday. Other heart attack victims included Nick Haas aged 71 of 920 Denton Street admitted at 12 19 p m Wednesday and Phillip Anderson aged 67 of 709 Cass Street admitted at 11 43 p m Wednesday.
Ole Marshall of Green Island reported theft of a spotlight and steering knob from his car. He said the items were taken while the vehicle was parked in front of his home, late Wednesday night or Thursday morning.
Congress approved a one year extension of the draft with presidential power to call up national guardsmen and reserves. The Senate passed 76 to 0 and the House 315 to 4, with Truman authorized to mobilize over 600000 additional men if needed amid the Korean war.
Washington eight film scribes were convicted Thursday of contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions about communism. Ring Lardner Jr Lester Cole Albert Maltz Alvah Bessie Herman Biberman and Edward Mytrvk were fined 1000 dollars and ordered to serve one year in jail. Adrian Scott and Samuel Ornitz had sentencing deferred with Ornitz to appear Friday and Scott postponed until after mid August due to medical treatment.
Milwaukee civil defense and disaster committee calls for 4000 volunteers to act as black wardens. Deputy Police Inspector Raymond Dahl leads recruitment and training while Mayor Zeidler orders broader protective measures for harbor facilities and city utilities. He also notes mandatory protection of water and industrial sites with restricted access.
The Zoo association contracted for 1000 dollars in fireworks from Illinois Fireworks Co. of Danville. The show features 105 displays including a Battle of Midway depiction and serves as the Fourth of July finale. Reserved seats cost 1 dollar with only 726 tickets sold at Hebberd's drugstore. general admission is available at the fairgrounds on July 4.
Robert Wecker of 225 Caledonia Street said he tried to pass another truck on the Medary over head highway 16 when a third car moving north began to pass. He lost control as his wheels wouldn’t straighten and crashed into the guard rails. left front of his vehicle damaged. The car belonged to Medary Sand and Gravel Co. of Onalaska.
William Powell, 42, died after a train wheel struck him near his Orrville home near North Lawrence. Powell carried a pet rabbit in his pocket, which survived unharmed as his severed body was found on the tracks at a nearby crossing.
South St Paul cattle and hog markets show strength with steers and heifers firm to higher and cows steady to higher. Chicago cash grains list futures with wheat corn oats rye soybeans and fats. Livestock entries include 3,000 cattle 5,500 hogs and vealers with varied weight ranges and price tiers.
Spokane woman reports a young cleaner posed as rug and bedspread worker and promised free service. She obtained $85, five panties, four petticoats, and a suitcase before departing, leaving Mrs. Viola Tannhill wary of the scam.
The congressional committee reported no agreement to end its probe and indicated no plans for further hearings. It unanimously recommended contempt proceedings against three witnesses Earl Browder Frederick Vanderbit Field and Philip Jaffe for refusing to answer questions during the inquiry.
Chicago cash grain quotes show No 1 mixed wheat at 2.16 per bushel, No 1 yellow corn at 1.53, No 2 mixed oats at 96 with No 1 heavy white 97 34 and No 1 white 96 34 to 97 14, barley ranges 1.50 to 1.65 for malting and 1.15 to 1.25 for feed, soybeans not listed.
USDA notes steady live poultry receipts 34 loads with fob prices unchanged except fryers 26 to 32.5 cents per pound outside up 2. Butter receipts 973,803 pounds with wholesale prices unchanged. Eggs firm with prices unchanged to 1 cent per dozen higher. U S extras 34 to 35, standards 29 to 31, current receipts 28, checks 26.5, dir ties 27.5.
USDA market notes show potato shipments reaching 505 total across the U S with moderate supply and slow demand. California long whites priced at 2.90 to 3.10 per cwt and Kansas Missouri markets at 2.25 per cwt.
Former Green Bay detective Robert King and his brother in law Carleton Teebo are charged with breaking and entering in a case tied to a Hanson Implement Co. break in. Clayton Powell of Iron Mountain pleaded guilty and testified that police surprised the trio in the act on June 19. Powell testified as a state witness as Judge Gleason overruled several defense objections. July 14 was set for the municipal court trial.
The National Congress of Parents and Teachers endorses radio and television shows for children after a 12 member jury led by Thomas D Riskworth evaluates offerings. Programs from ABC CBS NBC and MBS span educational, entertainment, and youth-focused content slated for potential later expansion. Riskworth notes many programs violate radio code standards.
Chicago report on the fifth day of a AFL switchmen walkout affecting five major railroads. About 47,100 workers idle with potential payroll losses rising. 4,000 left posts Sunday and more may join if the strike lasts. They protest a presidential fact finding board recommendation.
The article emphasizes maintaining cheerfulness good ventilation and a pleasant environment to boost appetite. It urges getting medical care keeping notes of symptoms and timing and trusting the physician to decide office or home visits. It also recommends training both child and caregiver to follow professional advice.
Col. John R. Wood, chief of the medical division at the Army Medical Center, warned that an enemy would likely deploy colorless nerve gases in an invasion. He explained how the gases paralyze breathing and how civilians could counter with atropine, outlining defense measures for use by civilian forces.
Police Chief George Long announced a new system to check houses left vacant by vacationing residents. Officers will inspect unoccupied homes at regular intervals upon request to deter burglaries and alert residents to prowlers nearby during absences.
Edwin B Haakinson seeks registration of red already identified as subject in a tax and property case. The filing requests official action to record ownership claims and settle disputes under state law. Pending court review, the matter centers on eligibility and registration procedures.
Senate Republicans press for action on a Communist registration and restriction bill before adjournment. Taft said the measure is important and would add to the must legislation list, with co sponsors Mundt Ferguson and Johnston. The bill would require registration of Communists and fronts, deny government jobs or passports, and impose penalties.
Milwaukee CIO Electrical Workers Local 1131 announced the month long strike at Louis Allis Co was settled. Members voted 532 to 122 to accept the company offer. An arbiter will decide punishment for seven workers who led the May 26 sitdown. Details of other grievances were not announced.
Weather outlook from the U S Department of Commerce notes fair and cool conditions in Wisconsin with tonight partly cloudy skies and brief showers in the extreme north, Friday warmer south and continued cool north. Minnesota sees fair and cool south with light showers in the north and later showers south, warming central areas. Iowa reports mostly fair and cool tonight, with Friday partly cloudy and somewhat warmer and showers later in the west.
River forecast covers Hastings to Guttenberg Indiana with pool levels expected to remain steady over the next two days and only minor changes anticipated at tailwater gages.
The report notes extreme heat in Phoenix and Blythe reaching 114 and 115 degrees while West Yellowstone fell to 26. Cooler conditions moved into the western Great Lakes and Nebraska as high pressure settled over the plains. Thunderstorms persisted in west Texas with light to very light rainfall elsewhere, including small amounts in southern Wisconsin.
Mrs Adeline Spettel of 1003 South Eighth street died Wednesday morning in a local hospital. She leaves daughter Elinor Papenfuss, sister Anna Stange of La Crosse, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Husband Louis and son Walter preceded her. Services Saturday at 8 30 am at home and 9 am at St Joseph Cathedral officiated by Rev Edward Sobczyk. Burial in Catholic cemetery. Friends may call Friday afternoon and evening with rosary at 8 15 pm.
Thomas G Pretasky 54 of La Crosse died in a local hospital after a lingering illness. He is survived by his wife Salome, three sons James Thomas and Edward of La Crosse, five daughters including Mrs Edward Elliott and Mrs Ralph Schubert, two brothers John and Leo, four sisters and 20 grandchildren. Funeral services set for Saturday 8 am at Dwyer funeral home then 8 30 am at St James Catholic church with burial in Catholic cemetery. Rosary to be said Friday at 7 30 pm at the funeral home.
Havana prosecutors seek indictment of Ramon Grau San Martin former Cuban president from 1944 to 1948 in a case alleging misapplication of 175 million dollars in government funds.
Daily Records Wrank COUNTY cover La Crosse items show Kari T Yellick paying ten dollars and costs after pleading guilty to overload on a vehicle. Others include speeding fines, cash bond forfeitures, guilty pleas in arson and burglary cases, and several court appearances. Fire and rescue notes list incidents and responders with locations and times.
New York traders faced heavy selling with stocks plunging as much as $10 a share and declines of about $2 common. The day featured two major selling bursts in the morning and early afternoon with brief recoveries but no lasting rebound. Turnover neared 3,000,000 shares while brokers linked liquidations to Korea. Rumors intensified market nervousness as corporate bonds lagged stocks.
Dr Ralph J Bunche told the 1950 Red Cross national convention in Detroit that developments in Korea offer reassuring evidence the United Nations has the strength and courage to meet its most severe challenge to date. He noted his past role as Palestine mediator and UN assistant secretary general.
About 25 000 South Korean troops guard a 75 mile front along the Han river to Inchon and Suwon. U S air forces report bombing Seoul's Kimpo airfield while FAEP says targets hit with good results. Reports say South Korean forces, aided by B 29s, regain some offensive momentum near Seoul though U S ground troops have not yet landed.
A Spanish film titled Mare Nos trum enjoyed a successful run in Cuban theaters shining in local venues. The run drew attention from cinema enthusiasts and critics alike highlighting Spain Cuba cultural exchanges.
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