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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1955
Page
3
A reader questions how radar speeds are measured, decal removal, automobile ownership by region, chartered bus plans, lighthouse civilian eligibility, 1954 football deaths, valuable earth elements, Browning quote, and January thaws. The column provides practical methods, historical notes, and figures from various sources.
Milwaukee reader Mrs Helen Soucy reports losing 22 pounds in three months using Renor Concentrate after failed diets and other reducers. She notes reduced swelling and bloating, and praises a safe easy home recipe. Manufacturer offers money back satisfaction guarantee.
Government publication offers home methods to remove stains from cotton linen wool silk rayon and synthetics with a guide listing three cleaning agents bleaches absorbent powers and grease solvents Complete index 15 cents postpaid via The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau Washington D C.
In Eau Claire Ninth District Republicans urged Robert Pierce of Menomonie to seek the GOP national committeeman nomination. Pierce plans a final decision next week, while Henry Ringling of Baraboo said he will run again. The caucus also urged a Ripon convention petition for a dairy parity referendum.
Milwaukee police seek a young armed robber after a 5 foot 2 inch woman named Mrs. Rosalie Charnitz fought him in a restaurant confrontation. He threatened money with a revolver but she swung at the weapon, knocked it aside, and forced a retreat, pursuing him around the counter before he fled.
The La Crosse Tribune details publication facts and office staff. It lists prices for home delivery and mail subscriptions within varying radii, including rates for within 75 miles and outside 150 miles, with advance payment required.
Gene Siimonds of Dayton Ohio, United Press manager for Southeast Asia, dies from head injuries after rioting over a bus strike in Singapore. Two others die and at least 36 are injured as 3,000 strikers and supporters clash with police amid demonstrations led by Chinese students and workers.
Local notices advertise Roth's Flor Mart low prices and quality installation. La Crosse Monument Company at 1414 La Crosse Street offers cement and pottery cemetery vases. A rummage sale at 2547 South 15th features household goods clothing and miscellaneous items. Special offers include cream and 1% milk at 75c per gallon. Sugar shop promotes daily purchases.
A wry line about connecting with a man via his gut, noting how guidance to reach a tiny spot can be a lengthy path. The phrase blends humor and practical insight into appetites and influence.
Cutter Laboratories halted use of its polio vaccine within 38 minutes of U S Public Health Service withdrawal and notified news services distribution centers and offices. Officials reported limited criticism while tests by NIH and Public Health Service began, with workers’ families forgoing panic as production continued.
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