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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1948
Page
4
The La Crosse County unit of the Wisconsin Association for the Disabled urges Easter Seals donations to fund medical services recreation therapy and education for crippled children. Affiliates include Vocational School room 106 and the National Society for Crippled Children and Adults.
A columnist notes that taxes take about 26 cents out of every income dollar, with higher shares for the wealthy. It traces tax burdens from prewar 7 cents to 84 cents for millionaires, and 62 cents for a 100000 dollar family, urging awareness ahead of possible congressional tax relief.
A Kansas City woman gave her savings to a man claiming access to inside government grain market information. Police later confirmed the man is a crook and warned others to beware of similar schemes.
The State Department runs daily broadcasts to Czech listeners offering guidance on how to salvage the nation after it has fallen under Russian control.
An Oklahoma man shot and killed two wolves that appeared at his home door. The incident underscores a bold, direct response to wildlife intrusion on private property.
In retirement George Washington offered sound guidance to his countrymen. The article notes that, according to the text, modern readers have largely ignored his counsel.
The editorial praises the group of Jesus friends at the Cross and urges readers to join them. It highlights figures like Simon Peter the daughters of Jerusalem Simon of Cyrene Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James and John accepting Mary as her mother. It calls for courage and active support rather than pessimism in dark times.
Editorial argues President Truman and Secretary Marshall lack concrete measures to deter Russia. It warns that slow military prep or universal training won’t stop a rapid Soviet Europe advance and urges explicit use of American forces, an overall mutual defense plan, and decisive diplomacy to avert war.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Czechoslovakia’s parliament approved the all Communist government led by Premier Klement Gottwald. Deputies raised hands for the vote, while dissenters were arrested or fled, signaling the suppression of opposition and surrender of democracy.
A council Bluffs item suggests Senator Vandenberg will need to run in Nebraska despite preference. It argues for repealing the presidential primary law, comparing to Iowa’s past action.
In Madison a legislative sub committee weighs centralizing state advertising and publicity into the planning board to avoid a new department. Senator Conrad Shearer hints at retirement plans while Harvey Higley assum es leadership of the Republican state organization. Assemblyman John Heimick pushes for elevated status in 1949 amid intra party dynamics. The beverage tax division probes cigarette tax evasion, with speculation about margarine tax avoidance names.
A Madison writer warns luggage is the chief drawback of air travel detailing heavy suitcases and gear. He describes a light four-suiter weighing 18 pounds and lists items sought for a European trip including clothing, camera, typewriter, film, and toiletries. He notes inoculation certificates and varied money methods, promising a continuation from Chicago.
A historical note recalls that among three wild horses broken to the saddle in early Texas, about one died during the process.
James Marlow reports on President Truman's Wednesday address to Congress as the fight over income tax cuts heats up. Republicans push for cuts while Democrats fear debt and demand offsetting business taxes. Truman threatens a veto if offsets are not found. The outcome hinges on a two thirds vote and shifting Democratic support.
Tribune reports ten years ago Miss Lilly Borresen Bertha Nelson and Anna Mashak vacationing in Florida have moved to St Augustine. Lieut Julius Roth elected La Crosse Reserve Officers president with Stewart Brokaw as vice president and Curtis Hussa as secretary treasurer. Mrs Edwin C Thompson returns to economics studies at Wisconsin after weekend home visit. Miss Zola Harder visits La Crosse. Jack Rogerson becomes Ford flivver test pilot in Detroit. Also notes from thirty years ago James Thompson leads with 870 vote plurality for I L Lenroot in La Crosse County. Sunday barber licensing enforcement stops issued by Otto M Schlabach citing state law.
Robert Morris notes that 46 years ago today La Crosse suffered its first major blaze scorching the Front street district. He remarks on rapid new housing demand, with real estate brokers overwhelmed by calls. E C Higbee sold a third stake in his steamer lap to Charles D Dillon who will serve as fireman this summer.
Finnish leadership moves toward possible military pact with the Soviet Union as Kremlin talks open next week. Public protests within Finland grow, with voters eyeing risks of Communist pressure and Finland’s Parliament to approve any accord.
Editor urges that names and addresses accompany letters to the Public Debate column. The writer questions postwar policy on aid to communist countries, cites Harold Stassen numbers on 1947 shipments to Russia, and discusses local bond issues and taxes for an auditorium. He notes auditoriums funding, veteran housing flaws, and calls for wise stewardship and unity. The piece ends with a religious appeal for peace.
The Wisconsin public service commission ordered further hearings on Milwaukee Gas Light Company rate increase plans. Hearings will be held in Milwaukee on March 25 and in Madison on March 28.
Publication masthead lists W. T. Burgess publisher editors and department heads for the La Crosse Tribune. Details include circulation advertising and city desk staff plus La Crosse Wisconsin address and postal notes. Subscription rates are shown for mail and home delivery.
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