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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1948

Page

4

Public hearing eyed on new Wisconsin public safety department

A Madison hearing next Monday will examine a tentative bill to establish a state public safety department uniting law enforcement, with a 200 member state patrol, a crime laboratory, civil defense planning, and a $1 million annual appropriation. The proposal, based on a Legislative Council study led by Philip Haberman, would assume many current state safety activities and require broad county and city participation.

Safety Department Milwaukee County

Deceit in the Heart vs Counselors of Peace

Proverb text contrasts deceitful hearts with peaceful counsel. It notes that men imagine evil in their hearts while those who seek peace find joy. The verse emphasizes inner motives guiding actions and outcomes.

Dewey Grants Truman Bowl Stage in Hollywood

Dewey released the Hollywood Bowl for Truman after the Republicans had booked it for two nights. A rehearsal was planned and Truman needed a venue. Dewey asked for the bowl’s use, a move seen as sportsmanlike and potentially boosting Dewey’s vote total.

Thomas E. Dewey Truman Dewey

Christmas Present Worries Highlight Seasonal Preparations

Local shoppers face long lines and crowded aisles as officials remind families to start holiday purchases early. Warnings about supply delays raise concerns for gifts, groceries, and greetings while community groups organize aid for needy families this season.

Truman policy debate shows cabinet runs foreign affairs

Washington editor notes a crisis where officials craft U S Russia policy while President Truman campaigns for votes. The piece warns the cabinet may be steering policy without direct presidential participation, arguing true leadership rests with the president despite calls for continuity.

Washington United States Russia Truman Mr. Truman Woodrow Wilson Herbert Hoover Franklin D. Roosevelt Harding Hughes Dewey Paris John Foster Dulles Senate Foreign Relations Committee

What Others Think About Happiness Across Ages

The American Psychological Association tops statistics on happiness, but the article casts doubt on the figures. It discusses happiness peaking in different decades from 20s to 50s and the idea that the present moment holds the highest value, citing Ola Cicero’s view over statistics.

ST. Louis Post Dispatch American Psychological Association Association Cicero

Jose the future language teacher in a southern Colorado cafe

In a Denver Post feature, Jose, a slim, dark young man with a ready smile, waits on tables to fund a four year scholarship. He is described as a humble, capable worker from an Indian father and Mexican mother family, destined to become a strong language teacher.

Denver Post Jose Colorado America

House Republicans Pass Amendments to Draft Bill

Dewey Short of Missouri assails the House for tearing at the draft bill and sugar-coating a bitter pill with amendments in an election year move.

House of Representatives Dewey Short Missouri

Hughes offers Brewster Maine a film actor post

The text notes Howard Hughes offering Senator Brewster in Maine a motion picture actor job, stating a weekly pay of three hundred dollars is twice the starting salary and affirming Brewster's acting ability.

Howard Hughes Senator Brewster Maine

America at critical stage in race for nuclear power leadership

David E. Lilienthal, chairman of the U S Atomic Energy Commission, warns that America stands at the most critical stage in the world race to develop nuclear power and asserts the need to win this leadership contest.

America David E. Lilienthal U. S. Atomic Energy Commission

Wisconsin Eyes Bold State Government Reforms

The Wisconsin commission on education proposes major revamps of public instruction and a unified university system. A consolidated state department of public safety is debated by the legislative council, along with plans to reorganize the highway commission and publicity services. Critics warn of vested interests resisting changes as reform discussions proceed.

Madison Wis la Follette Statehouse Wisconsin Commission On Education State Department of Public Instruction State Department of Public Safety Legislative Council Capitol Ape State Highway Commission Rennebohm Pees

Beadle claims dual golf title and local bowling high score

Galesville golfer J O Beadle won the annual cup and handicap events, defeating Irvine Klein by five strokes to complete a double. Royal Typewriters led arcade bowling with a 3 131 tally, minus 15, for 3 116. Bob Schulze led with 688 followed by Lee Young 641.

J. O. Beadle Galesville Irvine Klein Royal Typewriters Bob Schulze Lee Young Signutson Russ Davidson Art Busch Carlton Harris Tenth Ward Homemakers Fred Stauffer Frank Schini William McCormic

Public Debate on Copeland Avenue Center Lining

A traveling man lauds asphalt center lining for Copeland Avenue. He argues rails in cement are expensive and proposes hot mix asphalt to extend pavement life at low annual cost and add safety with center lane lines.

Causeway Tribune Copeland Avenue Madison Portage

Pass Up The Frills And You May Get That New House Yet

New York reports home buyers can obtain a new house for about 4500 to 5600 by passing up frills. The National Association of Home Builders cites economy houses built nationwide under $10,000. Carl G. Lans outlines the minimum type house concept at a industry meeting.

New York Ooe National Association of Home Builders Carl G. Lans Producers Council Lans Ity

Berlin Crisis Background Aimed at German Government Question

In this editor's note the Berlin crisis centers on Germany's political future. The four wartime allies divide Germany into zones and clash over Centralized versus decentralized governance. Western powers push a 16-state model while Russia favors strong centralized control. The path to a postwar peace treaty hinges on a single German government acceptable to both sides.

Washington Berlin Germany United States Russia France Europe Stalin West

Half Nation Hospitals Operate At Loss Says Expert

Milwaukee report quotes Dr. R C Buerki as saying half of the nation’s hospitals lose money though functioning. He suggests government aid may be needed to cover rising hospital costs and help patients unable to pay. He spoke at Marquette University during a cancer nursing institute session.

Milwaukee R. C. Buerki University of Irania

Tide Turns Against Red Drive Says Dean Acheson

Dean Acheson former under secretary of state told the Michigan State Bar Association in Lansing that the tide has turned against the Russian drive for former power The speech argued that Communist gains were often illusionary grown by trickery and force and that democracies now resist the Soviet offensive in Europe Asia and parts of Asia while revolts meet resistance in Italy and France and the Cominform mobilizes for world revolution

Dean Acheson Michigan State Bar Association Lansing Acheson Czechoslovakia Europe Munich Germany Italy France Cominform General Staff Asia Burma Malaya Indonesia Bolshevists

Reader Questions and Answers from the La Crosse Tribune

An information bureau query column answers questions on Oliver Goldsmith’s Deserted Village, Elgar’s Land of Hope and Glory, the Grand Prix de Rome, a 1836 surplus distribution, and the flute as the most perfectly tuned wind instrument. It cites Auburn and Kilkenny, the 1901 coronation, Paris Beaux-Arts, and Haydn era orchestra inclusion.

la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau Oliver Goldsmith Auburn Lissey Kilkennyest Ireland Goldsmith R. A Rome Ecole Des Beaux-Arts School of Fine Arts Paris Cardinal Mazarin Haydn

La Crosse Tribune Masthead and Publication Details

The La Crosse Tribune publisher staff and editorial departments listed include W. T. Burgess editor Alfred W. Rice city editor and G. G. Moriarity state editor. It notes publication location 4th and Cass Sts La Crosse Wisconsin and circulation and advertising departments with staff names. The paper is a member of the Lee Newspaper Group and Associated Press. Subscription rates and contact details for missed papers are provided.

Alfred W. Rice G. G. Moriarity Circulation Department Keefe Mgr la Crosse Tribune Company 4Th and Cass Sts la Crosse Wisconsin the Tribune Lee Newspaper Group Associated Press Tribune Carrier Boy

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