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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1951
Page
4
The piece weighs whether Russia sincerely seeks cease fire terms and an armistice versus using negotiations for advantage. It casts doubt on Russia’s motives, frames the UN stance as requiring firm action, and argues for skepticism until proof of genuine peace. It ends with a biblical reflection.
Oil experts warn Iran’s 700,000 barrel daily flow could pause with political upheaval. A distribution ripple may bring gas rationing in England, shortages in India and Pakistan, and possible US shortages if support to Britain rises. American and Venezuelan production could rise to fill gaps. refineries funded by Marshall Plan dollars may reroute Western Europe’s needs.
The piece weighs whether a cease fire can work without clear postwar terms. It notes American officials seek concrete troop dispositions and guarantees, while Moscow offers vaguer replies. MacArthur signals willingness to meet field commanders to pursue UN political goals without more bloodshed.
Madison column by Ora Rice lauds a short but constructive 1951 Wisconsin legislature session. Reapportionment budget extension aids to the aged and teachers, long range building fund growth, Bangs disease eradication, veteran housing, civil defense, unemployment pay, and food standards are highlighted. Strong party harmony and governor cooperation are noted as decisive factors.
James Marlow outlines key points on Korea peace talks from 1943 to 1951, including the Cairo agreement, UN cease-fire plans, and the clash over Formosa. He notes Chinese Communists opposed to cease-fire first talks and U S positions on UN representation and phased troop withdrawal.
Washington notebook recalls Sen. Estes Kefauver dubbed Father of the Year as he and Mrs. Kefauver fled to a movie during the crime hearings. A teen babysitter, a dog about to puppy, and a messy basement scene unfold with a humorous domestic echo. Major General McAuliffe complains helicopters erase battlefield privacy as front line leaders bark orders from the air.
The Washington Merry Go Round notes Sen Blair Moody of Michigan challenged Sen Homer Capehart on a secret vote in committee over price and wage controls. Moody, a former newspaper man, pressed for a clear record and questioned the during the floor exchange. The piece also links Malik’s truce push and a UN China war-drive rumor to Moscow and Cairo leaks.
Richard Jungen of La Crosse shot 217 to break a five year golf record at the La Crosse Country Club. The prior low was 221. Sixteen cadets from the University of Illinois and Michigan State College will be commissioned as second lieutenants after training at Camp McCoy. Ernest E. Mueckler of West Allis becomes the 15,000th inductee into the Army. He is a graduate of La Crosse State Teachers College and former athlete in football and track. One note: the text also references property inspections in La Crosse and artillery practice details, along with a brief look back at thirty and forty years ago in local history.
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