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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1949
Page
4
The Wisconsin assembly moved to relax the fireworks ban prompting calls for a veto by the senate. The 1947 law restricting sales aimed to prevent child injury and is cited as relief to fire departments and schools. The senate should defeat or let the bill die to stop unsponsored use.
A biblical verse from Proverbs counsels moderation in enjoying honey. It warns that excess leads to illness, advising readers to eat only what is sufficient and avoid overindulgence. The passage reflects timeless guidance on self control and temperance.
A Nebraska story recalls the dedication of 10 million dollars in new Boys Town buildings near Omaha. It honors Father Flanagan's belief that there is no such thing as a bad boy and shows how faith and humane care helped grow Boys Town to aid 50 new youths monthly with a 3000 waiting list.
Citizens in many American communities will participate in the U.S. savings bond opportunity drive ending June 30. Proceeds retire bank-held government securities, not add to the national debt, the Chamber of Commerce bulletin says. Bonds offer future financial independence and potential purchasing power for stability in business and industry.
The article contrasts Britannica editions from 1763 and today, noting nine pages on the atom now versus four sentences on atom in 1763 and five pages on love. It muses that a knowledge shift favors science over sentiment and jokes about prisons and deputies.
Washington commentary argues the Soviet shift from force to negotiation stems from Western deter rence and the Marshall plan. It notes U S spending, atomic dominance, and world opinion as factors shaping peaceful Russian policy after the blockade.
The Rock Island Argus argues Illinois governors earn $12,000 a year, below many states and far from California and New York leaders at $25,000. The piece notes pay trends since 1945, cites Dwight Green as two-term governor who may be underpaid, and discusses honor versus public duty in public office.
Washington dispatches say the census bureau expects 150 million Americans to be enumerated on April 1 1950. The piece notes WWII prosperity boosted baby births, with a projected 19 million gain in a decade and cites Lincoln's 1930 forecast error as an example of unpredictable population growth. It mentions French Canadians and demographic shifts in Canada.
The passage argues that new rent control regulations amount to a temporary fix for housing issues and favor landlords. It notes the ongoing housing shortage will persist as long as any rent controls remain in place, with practical outcomes still uncertain.
The western powers seek a face-saving solution in the Berlin stalemate and caution against probing too deeply beneath its surface. The piece argues a careful exit is needed to avoid further public friction.
The passage notes students look ahead to the Saturday after the initial week of classes with eagerness. It highlights weekend plans and student excitement as the school year starts.
The Wisconsin Senate passed a resolution commending Lt. Gov George M Smith for four months of able efficient and impartial service since January It notes early doubts about his potential were dispelled and urges voters to elect more men like him while weighing his uncertain political future amid name confusion and health concerns
James Marlow reviews Congress mid session noting limited progress on Truman priorities. Housing may pass. labor reform appears unlikely. medical insurance stalled. minimum wage likely only modest rise. social security and civil rights bogged down. farming tweaks debated. taxes debated amid opposition to new levies.
The La Crosse Tribune provides an information column answering common questions. Topics cover canon meaning in the Bible, why bulls react to movement not color, marriages of Asia’s sisters, White House altitude, baseball strikes, rule of thumb origins, Sistine Chapel decoration, distinguishing fir from pine, Westminster chimes origin, Moscow population rank, and bees drinking water.
A government booklet Slip Covers For Furniture provides easy to follow sewing instructions and color ideas for home upholstery. The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers the illustrated guide for 10 cents postpaid by mailing coupon to Washington DC.
Miss Dorothy Mae Johnson daughter of Mr and Mrs H C Johnson 2008 Kane street earns the Panhellenic scholarship at the University of Minnesota Faculty from the council notes high scholarship and campus activity includes her roles as corresponding secretary and Delta Zeta house president Miss Katherine Martindale 237 South 10th street attends a Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co convention in Excelsior Springs Missouri
Jane Eads reports Mrs. Mare Law of Chicago urges sharing democracy not preaching it after a four month Italy tour as Carrie Chapman Catt Memorial fund rep. She notes 94 percent Italian women voted last September and calls for wider exchange and aid including literacy efforts in Lucania. The piece also mentions a 1948 sun eclipse study arc.
Washington political chatter centers on Franklin D Roosevelt Jr possibly running for the late Sol Bloom’s congressional seat. Campaign scenes include a large midtown crowd, diverse supporters, and emotional pleas as observers note the Junior Roosevelt’s growing influence.
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