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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1944
Page
32
The article weighs Dewey versus Bricker for the GOP nomination amid war mood and isolationist currents. It notes Dewey’s cross party appeal and radio influence, Bricker’s orthodox alignment, and the undercurrents of tradition versus contemporary consensus. Tragedies abroad and voter uncertainty color convention expectations.
The third postwar needs progress report from the United States Chamber of Commerce predicts a $20 billion consumer market in the six months after victory. Results show 64 percent of 35 million U S families expect to buy major items within six months, with large planned purchases in homes autos appliances and furnishings.
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz announces Admiral William F. Halsey will command the Third Fleet in the Pacific. The move ends speculation about a desk job and keeps a frontline leader in active combat duties alongside Admiral Spruance’s Fifth Fleet. Halsey’s new post signals continued US naval pressure toward Japan.
Berlin signals indicate ongoing measures aimed at achieving victory in the war. The wording suggests preparations for a potential successful outcome rather than a specific new war phase such as World War III.
The excerpt notes a sharp drop in personal crisis reports and curiosity about future developments. It presents no identifiable people or organizations and lacks concrete events or dates.
The report notes scarce details on Germany's food status while observing that the Nazi leadership is preparing to eat crow amid pressures. The brief suggests humanitarian concerns and potential policy shifts without providing concrete figures or timelines.
A controversial line suggests that Japanese people in the Philippines may fear stigma based on appearances. The brief reflects wartime attitudes and the tension between occupation and local sentiment during the period.
The essay argues the first B-29 assault on Japan from China was a colossal, resource intensive effort hampered by supply lines and terrain. It contrasts this with a broader critique of late 1930s-1940s aviation planning, noting wasted potential if larger aircraft were pursued earlier and praising American ingenuity and Chinese persistence.
Chicago dispatch notes a tense pre convention buildup as Dewey backers and Bricker supporters quietly organize votes and platforms. Delegates wander Stevens hotel lobby and discuss state backing while rooms fill with political maneuvering and Derby like bets on November victory.
The Buffalo amphibious tank assisted Biak land operations on June 16 1944, laying telephone wire evacuating wounded reconnoitering and spotting artillery. Its crew included Pfc Roy Kramer of Deer Brook Wisconsin as driver.
Michigan Republicans toppled longtime National Committeeman Frank D. McKay in a caucus vote, ending his two-decade influence in state government. Arthur E. Summerfield of Flint succeeds him with backing from Kelly and anti-boss factions as the delegation shifts away from Dewey on the first ballot.
Peter Edson outlines how coordinated economic and psychological pressure, plus conventional warfare, erodes German capacity. He cites ball bearing cuts, Ploesti raids, and Sweden's exports, noting labor strain from bombed cities and the shift to synthetic fuels, textiles, and strategic metals.
Wisconsin political notes center on Gov. Goodland’s nonpartisan branding as he seeks reelection. His “People for Goodland Committee” backs a party-averse message while rivals like Perry Stearns press for the Republican nomination.
Frederick Froemming of West Allis was named department commander at Kenosha after the 16th annual Disabled American Veterans convention. Other officers include Francis Singer Kenosha as vice commander Ernest Latour Green Bay treasurer Isador Statz Madison judge advocate M C Alemander Madison legislative director and district commanders Cronin Janesville Murray Green Bay Gormican Lattennant Jakob i R L Kavanaugh La Crosse and Hiram Hansen Stevens Point. Mrs Clara Liebke Tomah was elected commander of the women's auxiliary and Lawrence Wilson Jr Fond du Lac heads the past commanders association.
The La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press operates as a daily and Sunday paper from La Crosse Wisconsin. It is published by La Crosse Tribune Co with editors R L Bangsberg and A W Rice and is a member of the Associated Press and Lee Syndicate.
The article discusses Sino Russian border ideas proposed by Wallace and Chiang Kai-shek, noting China's cautious stance on territorial ambitions, Outer Mongolia's autonomous status, and Russia's demand for secure borders. It warns that civil war in China could invite Russian involvement and urges realistic, not gunless, border arrangements.
A reader asks about voting eligibility, glider towing, Mount Rushmore erosion, and ships in service. The La Crosse Tribune provides concise answers: more voting-age women than men, a 1.5 million increase by November, tow planes linked to gliders by 80 yards of rope, Mount Rushmore erodes about one inch per 100,000 years, and eight ae ships with ten new hospital ships to be commissioned in June.
Readers are asked about battles since 1900 and notable wartime terms. The text discusses Wrights study of war, the D Day designation, air defense circles planned by L Enfant, Toscaninis children, Dizzy Deans service, and Stalin pseudonyms with brief factual answers.
A crossword style clue list with numbered horizontal and vertical items including actors, places and common terms. Entries range from manifest nouns like Great Lake and Psalm abbr to verbs and abbreviations guiding word placements across clues and puzzle directions.
Before becoming states either Arizona or New Mexico sent a non voting delegate to Congress. Each territory had its own delegate who could speak on the floor and serve on committees but could not vote on final passage of legislation.
A reader asks about the world’s highest mountain from base beneath the sea. Mauna Kea in Hawaii rises a combined 32,000 feet from subsea plain to summit, exceeding land measurements.
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau promotes a booklet titled Care of the Feet. It explains foot care basics and home remedies, urging readers to mail ten cents for a copy to Washington 2, D. C. with name address and routing details.
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