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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1971
Page
4
In a bid to relocate the Wisconsin State Patrol academy, federal lease terms at Camp McCoy were softened but lawmakers approved purchasing the Alexian Brothers Novitiate in Shawano County for 914000. Remodeling would cost about 115000, yet editors deem the deal unnecessary.
Thoughts at Large by Sydney J Harris argues that true wisdom starts where knowledge ends and urges seeing through others' perspectives. It critiques self interest, humor deficiencies, and the idea of civilization, while warning against worship of success and misreading Jesus' message.
The La Crosse Area Public School District and LEA keep contract talks secret, despite public stake. The Tribune urges openness, cites a state AG opinion allowing secrecy only if in the public interest, and calls on parents and legislators to demand public, transparent sessions and accountability.
Twenty years ago Allied forces crossed the 38th parallel in six point pursuit of the enemy as Russia floated peace feelers in Korea. Washington touted a mystery while leaders questioned a general sales tax. Violinist Rudolph Kvelve sails to Norway and Europe for two months. Milwaukee State College president J. Martin Klotsche spoke at La Crosse State, and Wallace E. Olson of La Crosse CPA was named manager at Alexander Grant Co. local office.
Ecclesiastes 11 10 urges leaving vexation and pain behind for youth and the dawn of life to pass with calm. A brief meditation on perspective and spiritual well being for readers seeking comfort and guidance.
In La Crosse readers urge funding for a 585000 swimming pool and a 140000 music wing while urging balance with other needs such as remedial reading and library upgrades. A letter from Rockland supporting the veterans home argues for pride and welcome for veterans, noting no cause for alarm and offering a salute to those who served.
Walter Ulbricht is replaced by Erich Honecker in East Germany and Berlin policy remains Moscow driven. Chancellor Brandt pushes East West detente but rejects Soviet domination, insisting NATO unity with West Germany and the United States to safeguard Western security. Helmut Schmidt echoes the need to balance forces with NATO backing.
Wisconsin Democrats in Racine and Milwaukee barometer precincts show Ed Muskie with 21 of 61 votes, leading over Proxmire 17, with McGovern Hughes Bayh Jackson Kennedy Humphrey and undecided also listed. Voters prize moderation and strong leadership amid Nixon discontent, predicting Muskie could outperform in 1972 if only these proofs applied.
Madison commentary argues Gov. Patrick Lucey uses a state university merger to draw attention from tax and budget politics. The piece compares Lucey’s tactic to past governors like Gaylord Nelson and John Reynolds, noting the merger would shape public perception and possibly become a historic act. It also reflects on how budget constraints drive bold proposals.
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