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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1975
Page
4
The column lists Kenneth C. Blanchard as publisher Robert S. Gallagher as editor and Sanford Goltz as opinion page editor, naming the newspaper leadership and editorial staff responsible for the opinion section.
Aquinas High School nears its fiftieth year in 1978 and pursues a substantial foundation fund to stabilize finances amid rising costs. Tuition remains $370 for one child and $570 for two, reflecting limits on fees to keep schools open for all income levels. The drive benefits private and public education alike beyond the Catholic community.
A costly siege of the former Alexian novitiate near Gresham Wisconsin left the 20 room mansion heavily damaged by a weekend blaze. The property seized New Year’s Day by the Menominee War rior Society was returned to the Alexians without cash or a plan, after arson fires followed and the community faces a lost investment and uncertain future.
The Wisconsin State Ethics Board urged a ban on legislators appearing for pay before any state agency to avoid conflicts of interest. The provision was removed in the Assembly bill but some members seek a weaker restoration.
Daniel Patrick Moynihan, the United States ambassador to the U.N., vetoed admission bids for both Vietnams after South Korea’s bid failed due to Communist vetoes. He urged that the U.N. must represent all nations and drop ideological tests.
Tribune notes Eisenhower wrote to Soviet Premier Bulganin proposing joint arms inspection plans for the United States and USSR. Donations to Community Chest reach 101000 with over 85000 needed to reach the goal. Shipping of Soviet arms to the Middle East remains an urgent issue for the U.S. and allies.
Kenneth Rexroth argues that Emperor Hirohito is a constitutional symbol rather than a deity, guiding Japan through environmental and cultural challenges while militarism wanes and the public questions modern national identity. He notes the emperor’s limited power and the shift toward civilian priorities.
The first year of legalized licensed bingo in Wisconsin produced a 4.5 million jackpot, but state Bingo Control Board figures show sponsor profits at 1.7 million. Advocates argued licensing funds public services while skeptics cited strict controls and taxes that limited licenses and increased oversight.
Readers share personal appeals about medical care and veteran pensions. A warm note from Leon Thompson seeks antique Valentines and calendars to fund a book and medical care. A second letter praises a guest editorial on school athletics and argues for soccer over flag football. The rest discusses Wisconsin bingo laws, state lotteries, and legislative moves under Governor Lucey, noting strict rules, potential reforms, and expected outcomes.
Gov. Patrick Lucey postpones a November special session to curb session duration and reduce debate on the transportation package as lawmakers face a nine day rifle deer hunting opener from November 22 to 30. Aides say other issues may be added if urgent. A Madison area story notes a student’s error recalling Karl Marx. Secretary La Follette lists Wisconsin firsts including the 1856 Watertown kindergarten and the Fox River hydroelectric plant.
In a candid Washington briefing, President and aides discuss Congress approving arms to Turkey and Spain bases funding, while seeking aid to Israel Egypt and South Korea. They clash over defense spending and a New York City loan offer tied to military bases.
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