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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1944
Page
6
Over the weekend Nazi papers in Lisbon disclosed a nationwide German program to merge broken families and boost births. Brokers seek unions between widows and widowers to produce children who could serve as future cannon fodder, a plan seen as part of a prolonged campaign of aggression.
A new American broadcasting station ABSIE opens in London to reach occupied Europe. Its aim is to encourage liberated thinking, foster hope, and boost resistance among conquered peoples without pursuing territorial aims. The effort seeks an honorable wartime role by strengthening support for Allied invasion.
The paper recalls two 14-year-olds George Klaus and Robert Halseth rescued after a river incident, warning that the river takes lives yearly. It urges parental guidance and cautions against risky solo trips, noting the danger persists even with companions.
Reported brag from General Patton that after winning in Europe he will clean up the Japs. General MacArthur would handle that task, according to the source.
A cautionary line warns that assuming you can safely cross a railroad crossing leads to the peril of having no more chances to correct course. It emphasizes the danger of overconfidence near trains and rail yards.
A fragment suggests mocking a period where Germans enjoy dynamite scents and exploding bombs, portraying it as a paradoxical utopia amid warfare and aggression.
A reflective line notes that early hopes for a quick war conclusion faded, and even now unexpected victory would surprise skeptics who doubted a swift end.
The article notes a price shift as a proposed law aims to raise liquor taxes while another provision trims a related duty. Key figures and agencies involved are cited, with impact on merchants and consumers.
The piece critiques Attorney General Biddle for a March 1942 speech supporting New Deal vigor and ties to labor. It questions enforcement of the Smith Connally act, labor strikes, and use of federal power in wartime, suggesting political bias and potential abuses in law enforcement.
In the Progressive party platform the isolationist stance is debated amid wartime pressures. The piece argues that America must join allies, back pre peace bargaining, and demand a firm, enforceable peace to counter international greed, urging liberals to support a decisive war aims policy. It condemns “America First” attitudes as dangerous to world freedom.
In Janesville Gazette remarks workers report steady income and rising family workers amid extended ration dates. Citizens claim no widespread suffering with meat still available and farm surpluses keeping supply steady. Sacrifices noted mainly by families with service members, as war demands stretch budgets.
Janesville Gazette urges households to fold and tie old paper for the next waste paper salvage drive. Do not burn waste paper as it is badly needed for war material production and regrinding into new containers.
Paul G. Hoffman, chairman of the Committee for Economic Development, urges intensified planning of public works at federal, state and local levels to create seven to ten million new civilian jobs beyond 1940, with most jobs in private enterprise.
Gov. Thomas E. Dewey of New York says nations must value goodwill that arises from individuals managing their own affairs with independence and responsibility, while respecting the rights and needs of others.
Senate action on a bill to abolish the poll tax as a prerequisite to federal voting is expected today in the eight southern states. Supporters face weak numbers and may see the measure die, while anti-poll tax advocates argue the tax violates the 14th amendment by abridging citizens privileges.
Tribune notes this evening's Eagles meeting for officer elections and a vote on erecting a new building. It also lists past events and local notes from decades past, including dinners, retirements, and public works.
Our Savior's church in Westby Wisconsin hosted the 34th annual Vernon circuit Women’s Missionary Federation convention on Tuesday May 9. The program featured Dr H Bah i acting pastor Rev P E Thorson and Rev Fred M Anderson of Chicago. Mrs Annual Sheng Vi rogue served as president and Mrs O T Nestingen Westby presented the official report. The group sang The Word of God and Children of the Heavenly Father as the W M F chorus performed. Miss Sophia Hermanson directed the chorus and Mrs Peasly Stenslen presided at the organ. A noon lunch was served.
Springfield Illinois AFL mechanics union leads a 450 worker walkout at Hummer Manufacturing, a Montgomery Ward subsidiary, as production remains fully halted. John J. Saxer, plant manager, says no progress toward a settlement was reached.
Monroe county school board members will meet at the To-school auditorium Thursday May 18 for an all day session announced by Oliver Swanson superintendent of schools.
A Bell subcommittee probes Puerto Rico food distribution amid a push by local merchants to privatize supplies. Officials defend existing controls, citing war pressures and risk of starvation, while importers accuse government meddling and call for exit from the grocery business. The debate ties to Rexford Tugwell’s Puerto Rico governorship and broader territorial policy.
In Milwaukee the Progressive state convention drew about double the expected turnout. Candidate profiles emerged with Rep Harry Southoff praised as a strong orator, while LaFollette and Kaiser were noted for speechcraft and energy. Financing rose to around 2500 dollars as the party crafted a lengthy 21 page platform, with youth and farmers largely absent and cooperation sought with Milwaukee’s socialist group.
New York mayor F H La Guardia may air weekly radio talks on a commercial station if a sponsor pays 25000 for a 25 program series. Grover A Whalen, Coty Inc board chairman, offered the money to the city treasury through the board of estimate. Discussion set for Thursday. La Guardia could not be reached for comment.
Lieut Robert Booth of Waukesha Wisconsin destroyed three German planes and Lieut George Doersch of Seymour Wisconsin shot down two as American pilots claimed 119 German planes for the day the largest tally since April 11.
The La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press is published daily except Sundays by the La Crosse Tribune Co. in La Crosse Wisconsin with editors including T Burgess and R L Bangsberg. It is a member of the Lee Newspaper Syndicate and the Associated Press.
The article argues over how harshly the Allies should punish Germany for the war. It notes calls for accountability, dismemberment, and uprooting Nazism, while acknowledging debates on leniency and future German recovery as Allied plans unfold. It also references Soviet trade union commentary challenging Charter constraints on dismemberment.
Questions and answers reveal notable graduates from Harvard's famed class of 1910 including Walter Lippmann Heywood Broun Stuart Chase Branson Cutting Hamilton Fish Jr Walter Max Kraus George Palmer Pickman Alan Seeger and Willard Huntington Wright. The column covers diverse topics from hurricanes photography altitude to cuisine and history.
A historical image features Maj. Gen. and other militia leaders in a commemorative scene. The photograph highlights senior U S Army figures alongside local officers, reflecting postwar military ties and regional defense display.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers a booklet titled Prophecies summarizing long forewarnings about Hitler the fate of England France and the United States and the war's outcome. Send ten cents postpaid with a coupon to Washington D C.
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