Worth Votes and the Limits of Political Rhetoric
The Tribune argues that permissiveness toward lawbreaking harms public safety and threatens lives and property. It weighs the political calculus of courting law-abiding voters versus appeasing rioters, noting that promising to stop riots could win support from Black voters but stresses restraint must prevail.
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Watts
Los Angeles
the Tribune
Dr. King
Northwestern
Columbia
Eric Hoffer
Europe defense costs drain U.S. taxpayers, balance of payments
The United States spent about 2.6 billion dollars last year to support 240000 service members and 168000 dependents in Western Europe. Most funds went to personnel, equipment, and supplies, with West Germany buying US arms offsetting deficits but requiring future bond redemptions.
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Europe
West Germany
Truman meets cabinet as rail strike looms next week
President Truman holds talks with his cabinet as the administration seeks to avert a rail strike planned by three operating unions. Churchill urges immediate European Assembly steps toward a Council of Europe free of past rivalries. Mrs. Frank Billock elected president of La Crosse Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. Bayfield County Farmers Telephone Co seeks new rate to avoid future losses.
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Council of Europe
Frank Billock
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Catholic Women
Eau Claire
Bayfield
You Can Reject Unwanted Mail Under New Anti Smut Law
Green Bay Press Gazette reports the new anti smut law enacted by Congress went into effect April 15 allowing any person to ask the Post Office Department to remove their name from mailing lists that deliver erotically arousing or sexually provocative material. The paper notes potential costs and broader implications for junk mail and privacy.
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Congress
Post Office Department
Postal Service
Did Dr Spock Ruin A Perfect Society
Sydney J Harris argues that Dr Benjamin Spock corrupted a generation of parents and harmed children, claiming the World once had a glorious order now wrecked by his influence. The piece critiques childrearing ideas and their social impact.
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Norman Vincent Peale
New York
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Germany
La Crosse Tribune Publisher and editor details
Publication credits list W T Burgess as publisher and Sanford Goltz as editor for the La Crosse Tribune with offices on Bigg ath and Cass Streets La Crosse Wisconsin. It notes La Crosse Tribune is part of Lee Enterprises and the Associated Press and describes subscription rates and delivery details.
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Sanford Goltz
la Crosse Tribune
Biggath
Cass Sts
la Crosse
Wis
Humphrey’s Wisconsin Push Faces Democratic Realities
Madison analysis notes Hubert Humphrey’s strong ties to Wisconsin Democrats and past influence in the state, while outlining how McCarthy delegates and party loyalties shape his presidential bid. It highlights his 1960 Wisconsin run, the 2nd District significance, and current delegate dynamics.
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Wisconsin
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Kennedy
Madison
Democratic Party
John Kennedy
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McCarthy
Donald Peterson
Eau Claire
Minnesota
Readers defend Rockefeller strong showing in Massachusetts poll
A Massachusetts Republican primary analysis argues Governor Nelson Rockefeller built a 34 delegate edge over Wisconsin, noting only two names on the ballot and a strong write in showing. The letter supports Rockefeller appealing to independents and Democrats to win in November. Bernard Scarseth defends open housing rights as a matter of equality under law.
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Rockefeller
Wisconsin
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Kennedy
McCarthy
Volpe
Nixon
Robert A. Raft
Eisenhower
Taft
Richard Nixon
Peter G. Pappas
Main St
la Crosse
The
Tribune
Bernard Scarseth
S. 22Nd St
Anti Riot Stand Urged to Unite Black Voters
A writer argues for a firm anti riot stance to win Negro votes. Riots are blamed on juvenile and criminal elements while decent Blacks are silenced yet vote. The author warns rioting could spread from the South to the North, corrupting society and delaying progress toward racial justice.
Pastor Leads Dedication After Fundraising Push
A pastor who organized a new church dedication spoke of his efforts raising funds through over 450 personal calls. Parishioners expressed gratitude and funded his salary as part of the campaign. The story reflects a theme echoed in a Robert Louis Stevenson quote cited by Carl Ribiet Jr.
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Bernard Lafayette Jr
Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee
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Southern Christian Leadership Conference
Saigon
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Westmoreland
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