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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1949
Page
6
A Memorial Day meditation links honoring fallen Civil War soldiers to broader duties for democracy and peace. The piece also covers postwar issues including Soviet actions in Europe, the Austrian question, Shanghai’s fall to Chinese communists, Hong Kong concerns, Chiang Kai-shek’s whereabouts, and the Berlin air-lift resumption amid Western-Russian tensions.
The first week of the Paris foreign ministers conference shows East and West hardening positions. Western allies reject minor Soviet concessions and insist on no changes to the Marshall Plan or Ruhr production. Russia demands a Potsdam-style setup. Czech Republic shifts toward noncommunist inclusion as Moscow’s credits and goods falter.
A playful parental note suggests that a junior’s wish to become a sailor may weather with time. The breeze of discipline is framed as part of everyday life.
A grand California wedding drew about four thousand attendees. Witnesses noted the groom’s attire sparking curiosity among guests and press coverage alike.
The quote frames ambition as a desire for a better space to do nothing, suggesting leisure as a valued state. It contrasts active striving with the comfort of a tranquil setting where one can simply be.
Weather signs reset as snow days end and safety returns with dry streets. Fashion items like peeping-toe shoes and halo hats resume use alongside gloves now treated as dry weather wear.
A compact reflection on Isaiah 40 18 asking who or what can be likened to God and how the pen may rival divine majesty.
The La Crosse Tribune reports scientists and engineers discuss man carrying airplanes reaching 25 000 mph and operating beyond Earth's atmosphere. They note rocket engines could provide the speed to break gravity, with potential military uses and many technical challenges ahead.
Washington column notes on congressmen planning vacations at federal expense. Congressman Frank Boykin heads a House subcommittee seeking more evidence on salmon traps in Alaskan waters and intends a summer trip to Alaska. Sen. Elbert Thomas battles for federal aid to education against Mormon church and Salt Lake City school opposition. Maine Senator Owen Brewster touts frugality, and counterfeit detection teams target fake ten-dollar bills amid House banking shifts.
A reader asks about Mecca pilgrimages, month names, world population at Christ’s era, an ancient poet, hot dog origin, biblical sword proverb, Red Men history, and Europe’s extremes. The column provides concise responses citing Mohammedan rites, tribal month meanings, rough ancient population estimates, Philetas of Cos, Tad Dorgan, Matthew 26 52, 1834 Red Men reform, and Europe’s extreme capes.
Hart County Georgia bears the only state designation named for a woman Nancy Hart. The town of Hartwell serves as Hart County seat, honoring the Revolutionary War heroine.
The lines between U S time zones do not follow the exact halfway point of standard meridians. They shift to suit railroad convenience or reflect community demands. The Interstate Commerce Commission handles jurisdiction in this matter.
In the 1819 decision of Chief Justice John Marshall the court stated that the power to tax involves the power to destroy and may defeat the power to create. The term reflects federal tax limits and state authority in the McCulloch v Maryland ruling.
The text asks for the present title of former Queen Wilhelmina now described as Princess Wilhelmina and notes Damascus as the world’s oldest city in continuous existence with Biblical age and long historical mention.
This compact guide titled Dogs covers care raising training feeding and diseases with 33 breeds described and 111 AKC recognized breeds listed. Photographs by William Brown accompany the breed profiles and a coupon offer invites readers to order a copy for 25 cents postpaid from the Coupon Bureau in Washington DC.
A veteran narrator recalls a tour of Japan Korea and Manchuria with American newspapers. In Keijo now Seoul Koreans and press leaders witness a staged skit on press freedom ending with cheers and boiled horse. The episode highlights cultural misunderstandings and the appearance of harmony after a tense dinner in postwar Korea.
The new 3 million dollar State street bridge over the Chicago river opened to traffic Saturday. Named the Bataan-Corregidor bridge, it honors the men who fought the Japanese in the Philippines at the start of World War II. Mayor Kennelly unveiled the plaque with dignitaries including Philippine Ambassador Carlos Romulo and Gold Star Mothers leaders.
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