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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1968
Page
6
The Ex Crosse Tribune reflects on graduation day as high school seniors receive diplomas amid parental pride and concern. It notes the big questions of college, jobs, and Vietnam, while urging optimism for this important new beginning as graduates enter a faster world.
President Johnson approves a six billion dollar budget reduction framed with a ten percent income tax rise for individuals and corporations. Rep. Wilbur Mills led the fight ensuring the compromise, while local business groups and Congress face the political and fiscal implications of the plan through late 1968 and into 1969.
Prominent centennial pageant marks Wisconsin history as 100,000 attend in Madison. Memorial Day holiday begins nationwide with heavy travel, while Elva B. Shields resigns after 37 years at Central High. Trane Co engineers and a Northwestern railway rolling museum visit La Crosse as part of observance.
Madison tribute profiles Professor Harold Groves of the University of Wisconsin economics faculty for more than 40 years of teaching and civic service. The reception drew state leaders, lawmakers, and supporters who praise his role in advancing the Wisconsin Idea and his work in state tax administration and revenue reform.
A reader complains about a news item on long hair in schools and military grooming, urging common sense over rules. Another letter targets dairy pricing practices at local discount stores, recounting repeated price discrepancies and calling for fair shopping.
The letter argues against federal milk price setting, questioning the effectiveness of advertising if the price is dictated by the federal government and suggests state involvement would not improve outcomes. It critiques government control of dairy pricing and implies economic impacts on producers and processors.
Sydney J Harris notes Everett Dirksen as a master showman in American politics comparing him to revivalists and a deadpan doctor story about a dry tap. The piece blends admiration for Dirksen’s personality with a parable about perception and skill in professional performance.
Carl Riblet Jr. argues that popular definitions miss the core idea of communism. He cites Marx and Engels claiming the theory centers on abolishing private property, noting the disconnect between complex theory and public understanding.
A reader asks why two prices for the same grocery item exist in La Crosse markets, noting confusion among residents and urging guidance from The Tribune on how to verify current store pricing.
City officials warn drivers that several traffic signs in New York City are unclear and could lead to tickets if motorists stop to decipher them. The message urges caution and requests uniform, clearer signage across boroughs.
In Washington Rep. Edward J. Gurney and senators challenge the poor people’s marchers for lobbying under the registration law. Abernathy and group are urged to register, while Byrd and Lausche warn of difficulties removing the protest camp as June 16 permit deadline nears.
The verse proclaims that God will restore Israel and its fortunes. People will rebuild ruined cities plant vineyards, drink wine, plant gardens, and enjoy fruit in their restored homeland. The passage emphasizes renewal and prosperity for Israel.
The La Crosse Tribune, published in La Crosse Wisconsin, lists W T Burgess as publisher and Sanford Goltz as editor. It notes AP membership and exclusive rights to local news content, with details on postage and mail rates.
The Supreme Court ruled 7 to 1 that laws prohibiting destruction of draft cards are constitutional, stressing Congress can protect the Selective Service System. The decision warns students and campuses that claims of free speech do not justify destroying draft certificates.
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