East German Military Delegation Boosts Cuba Ties
A large East German military delegation led by Defense Minister Heinz Hoffmann visited Cuba in December 1960, with missile experts, engineers, and submarine technicians. U S intelligence notes Soviet security officials in the group linked to security arrangements for missile and naval facilities, including potential Cuban submarine base security.
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Deep end of the pool sparks budget tone in La Crosse and Onalaska
The La Crosse board of education approved a 585000 pool complex at Central High amid debate over funding for school needs. In Onalaska a study weighs Phase II high school work and a music wing costing about 140000, as taxpayers push back on rising costs and perceived mismatches between desires and budgets. Confucius is cited, urging restraint on extravagant projects.
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Syndication Saves Welk and Lassie From TV Ax
In an era of consumerism the rise of syndication keeps shows like the Lawrence Welk show and Lassie on air. Enterprising salesmen record episodes, sell national ads, and distribute to local stations with room for local commercials. Critics beat the drum, but audiences stay loyal to Welk’s charm.
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Ed Sullivan
Welk
Allied troops halt Chinese Red attacks near Seoul in battle notes
Wartime dispatches describe Allied forces repelling Chinese assaults northeast of Seoul in a gritty account of hand grenades and bayonets. Across the nation Armed Forces Day ceremonies draw crowds as U S service members are saluted coast to coast with parades in rain.
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State Board of Health
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Letters From Readers At The Tribune Spur Debate On Spending
Two readers letters published in The Tribune debate postal office supervision shifting from Minneapolis to Chicago and criticise government spending on new buildings and a fine arts complex. A third letter urges kindness and smiles as daily deeds to ease tension and improve wellbeing, sharing a personal effect on mood.
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R. J. Holmen
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Wisconsin doctors shortage spurs expansion of medical education
In a Tribune editorials, Charles F. Dahl argues rural Wisconsin faces physician shortages due to inaction. He praises the State Building Commission for approving expansion of medical education facilities and notes Wisconsin trains no more doctors now than twenty years ago while qualified locals are turned away and foreign-trained physicians are recruited. He cites the Gerber Report on needed health care improvements and urges the state senator to reconsider his stance.
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Viroqua
Wis
Nixon backs Muskie as easiest rival for 1972
Columnist notes Nixon strategists prefer Muskie over other Democrats as opponent. They argue Muskie’s flaws and evolving stance could aid the Republican bid, while Mansfield and others question his nominating strength. Muskie’s record on Hoover and Earth Day triggers GOP reassessment of his electability.
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Donald Hanson
Mike Mansfield
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George Romney
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Control bills languish in idle campaign costs debate
Madison editorial questions the lack of public interest in a proposed reform bill by Rep. Frederick Kessler to limit campaign spending. It notes money drives politics, examines the bill’s aims to close loopholes, and argues reform must come from an informed public despite weak legislative action.
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Frederick Kessler
Milwaukee
Assembly
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Hope Has Its Limits Thoughts at Large by Sydney Harris
A collection of compact reflections on hope, marriage, individuality, age, humor, and society. Observations include bets on horses versus turtles, incompatibility in marriage, Eleanor Roosevelt quotes, and critiques of pseudo intellectuals. The piece questions modern vanity, the value of self made claims, and the lesson of public perception.
Agnew Warns on Vietnam Withdrawal Protests
Vice President Agnew argues Americans accept tough paths when reasons are clear and reject retreat that abandons the aims behind U S involvement in Vietnam, warning of potential harmful right wing protests if troops were pulled out immediately.
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