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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1948
Page
4
The piece extols the American newspaper as a foundation stone of the republic, praising its distinct character and role in informing the public. It notes vast daily readership, the value of press freedom, and warns that government interference would threaten freedom itself.
Interstate Commerce Commission and Association of American Railroads report last year saw 42 percent fewer railroad fatalities than 1937 and 64 percent fewer than 1907 despite higher service volumes. The New York Times notes passenger service would cover every person in the U S 319 miles with only 66 deaths.
A study suggests half of Europe's 500 million population would seek U S citizenship, while U S quotas of 150 000 annually appear insufficient amid talks of admitting displaced persons. Critics warn of nearing national saturation as population nears 147 million and natural growth strains resources.
The Aiken plan creates a new parity price formula averaging the last ten years plus 1910–14 data to set farm prices. It gradually lowers current parity, allows a 60 to 90 percent flexible support, and ties adjustments to crop supplies, with impacts on wheat prices and grocery bills for Americans.
Washington Star critiques the New Look fashion surge arguing gold slippers ruin surprise for men. It notes current ubiquity of long gowns and gold footwear dulls masculine reaction and undermines previous fashion shocks. The piece wryly observes Leap Year hype fails to restore allure.
Governor Warren recalls a 18th century exchange with Benjamin Franklin to emphasize that a republic endures only with constant vigilance. He links the message to Jeffersonian ideals and warns that freedom requires ongoing effort to maintain government.
Madison observes a wide range of activity with judges Ed ward Gehl and Gullick Risford cited as potential candidates for the state supreme court and possible resignations. Governor Rennebohm, Byrnes, Gomillion, and Dewey visits are discussed along with party staff shuffles and the soldier bonus sales tax referendum.
Navy and Marine reserves on June 24 1948 gain automatic draft exemption if they satisfactorily participate in reserve drills and training. Each year 48 drills plus 14 days active duty with 2 hour drill periods. 10 percent absence allowed. Summer two week cruise required unless extreme illness or hardship prevents attendance. Lists units with pre June 24 exemption and notes transfers possible when moving, with draftability if no local unit available.
The La Crosse Tribune masthead lists W. T. Burgess publisher editors R L Bangsberg J E Lienlokken Alfred W. Rice G G Moriarity and departments. It notes publication schedule and address at 4th and Cass La Crosse Wisconsin with circulation and subscription details.
The piece outlines the 1948-49 Berlin crisis roots with four powers in Berlin, zones, and growing Western plans for a separate German government. It describes Western and Soviet money reforms and the land blockade, the shift to air supplies, and the UN appeal as Russia cites the new Western government as the real reason for the blockade.
The government in Buenos Aires ordered the suspension of five foreign correspondents including Mc Evoy and Virginia Lee. The action, issued by communications director Antonio Navarta under the subsecretariat of information, affects reporters for the New York Times and other outlets.
Harry Wishart a 68 year old mechanic was buried yesterday with a tiny automobile he built. He had asked eight years ago to be laid to rest with the car atop his casket. Undertaker F S Schilling recalls the car was lowered on top of Wishart’s casket after the burial despite doubts it could be used as a tombstone.
The five nation alliance led by Field Marshal Montgomery aims to deter war with moral and material US support. US officials expect close cooperation but military entry awaits congressional authorization. The pact spurs mixed UK reactions while De Gaulle and others debate its center and leadership.
Ten years ago Miss Helen G Snyder guests of sister Mrs N C Davidson at 2125 Adams street will soon teach radiology to dental assistants in New York. R J and Louis J Prucha visit La Crosse. Skemp elected La Republican chairman. Twenty years ago Margarette Risberg and Paul Vessiande wed in New York. Olga Steig, later a securities examiner, spoke at a La Crosse luncheon. Christmas packages for Americans in France must be mailed by Nov 20.
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