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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1948
Page
2
Dairy firms announce a campaign to retrieve empty glass milk bottles from stores and delivery routes. The La Crosse Malers' association notes bottles are widely held, warns of a possible deposit fee if not remedied, and cites the cost of bottling and distribution as justification for the move. One dairy has already used 50 gross of bottles.
Half pint and 30 gross pint bottles have been in use since August 28. Firms report solving the quart bottle problem by using cartons. Bottles previously used for vinegar or other products are not reusable by dairy distributors.
In Byron Minnesota a quarrel over bonds occurred as Mrs Gates left for Milwaukee with her child after a visit from her daughter. Mazzoni learned the bonds were not with the woman or at a federal bank and trailed to Milwaukee to resolve the dispute before returning toward Byron and Chicago.
The State Journal editorial endorses Anthony Gawronski for lieutenant governor and Erle J. Stoneman for secretary general, urges Warren R. Smith for state treasurer, opposes George Smith for governorship due to brief residency, and backs Democrats over Republicans in key posts. It calls for changes to state aid funding and taxes.
Dewey praises Old Joe Stalin as a prisoner of the politburo and condemns the Communist line voiced by some American officials. He argues the Truman administration's stance risks helping the worldwide Communist cause and warns of a dangerous mood in the country.
The Pravda asked if agreement existed among four wartime powers on Berlin, and Stalin affirmed. He cited Moscow representatives and a plan for measures and the German mark in the Soviet zone, saying the accord would not harm prestige and would allow further cooperation. Negotiations later collapsed over airlift control to Russia, prompting the West to seek Security Council action.
A fragment notes a decision to refer a question to a Security Council where Americans hold a current majority. The text hints at international dispute handling but offers no specific names places or dates.
Two enlisted soldiers braved danger during a bridge crossing as an army offensive loomed. Drabnik and partner chose courage over fear, their anonymous actions potentially shortening the war. Also noted are comments on voting security and a wildlife fact about the mink.
Republicans hold a 20-6 edge over Democrats in Illinois congressional delegation. Both sides expect gains though major changes seem unlikely. Wallace and Progressives fail to place statewide tickets but run multiple county and local nominees in Cook County. Wallace urges write ins downstate while urging local Progressive votes in Cook County to show strength.
A disaster at the Texas City waterfront results in 468 deaths. Authorities report a massive blast causing widespread casualties and halting port operations, with missing persons feared amid ongoing rescue efforts.
Det. Capt. Leo Kihm says a check forger tied to losses nearing $1,000 is sought by city police with warrants issued for the suspect who may be extradited if found outside Wisconsin. Woodford, 31, last seen Sunday, tied to cashed checks signed by William Dale. FBI notified. He was previously arrested for army desertion in La Crosse and used the alias Winona.
Washington reports total receipts for the July through September period at 9.3439 billion dollars. Individual income taxes fell by 271.1 million, but gains from corporate and other taxes offset the loss, pushing total quarterly collections to 9.3439 billion.
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