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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1963
Page
4
Gov. Reynolds rejects the 3 percent retail sales tax, accusing Republicans of aiding wealthy manufacturers while ignoring a credit refund in the bill that could lift $1,200 in annual tax-free purchases for a family of four. He advocates a different 1963-65 budget approach.
The Common Council defers downtown street resurfacing to 1964 while keeping new lighting on track for this year. Utility work under streets delays resurfacing but lights will brighten 3rd to 5th Streets and Main Jay Pearl, aiding safety and shopper appeal.
Letter writers from La Crosse critique Wisconsin beer age proposals, urging direct penalties for youth drinks and faster action on local projects. They argue for disciplined youth, question civic delays, and call for a North Side pool by 1964 rather than ongoing debates.
A reader letter discusses civic discussions in Madison over a civic auditorium and ongoing local debates. The piece argues for free speech and presents facts about lengthy city planning and construction.
The Tribune Across the Republic urges the Republican party to nominate Senator Barry Goldwater for the 1964 presidency. It notes massive Goldwater victories in the South Midwest and West, while critics in the party seek to block the nomination and claim voters should have a free choice between conservative and liberal presidential candidates.
Rep. Catherine May notes she is not a Paul Revere, as GOP freshmen campaign across 20 states during Easter recess to counter incumbents. Beall receives a constituent letter urging cuts, while a Denver bank sells checks bearing customer photos for identification.
Review of past events notes 1943 air raid over Germany Emden raid 3,000 Japs slain 12 towns captured and milk sale ban discussed. Also mentions FBI draft arrests, dog catcher request, city appointments, and 1933 farm strikes and various local civic updates across La Crosse.
United Mine Workers Welfare hospitals in Kentucky and Virginia face closure as four facilities shut July 1 and the rest by October 1 due to finances. The plan follows a 1950s effort by John L. Lewis and UMW to build 10 hospitals. current losses and reduced coal output threaten the program amid protests and fears of violence.
President Kennedy faced criticism for a Sunday night statement mobilizing federal troops to Alabama to curb rioting or disturbances. Legal experts question authority under the Constitution and Title 10 sections 332 and 333. Governor Wallace and opposition argue such action bypasses state authority and risks autocratic power.
A Wisconsin legislative pay raise sparks controversy as a Senate committee proposes boosting salaries from 300 dollars a month to 6000 dollars a year plus higher allowances. Critics argue timing worsens finance gaps while supporters say compensation should reflect dedicated service. The issue remains tied to broader budget talks.
A reader seeks guidance on renting two upstairs rooms and attracting respectable boarders. A barber considers selling toupees, citing rising male hairpiece demand and barber shop services expanding into cosmetics. Comments from Nathan Goldstein and Sam White Jr. discuss trends and age-related job dynamics.
In a courtroom drama framed around a bridge hand, Professor Moriarity is accused after a three spades bid misled Lord West into opening the king of clubs. Sherlock Holmes testifies that Sir Raymond East should have bid four clubs, exposing the trick and suggesting a seven hearts grand slam.
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