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Newspaper
Greendale Sun
Location
Greendale, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1947
Page
2
The Greendale Sun appears under the Greendale Publishing Co imprint with standard local newspaper operations. No further details provided in the fragment.
In Greendale harmony exists where people work at it amid school issues creek problems and debates between cooperative and private enterprise. The piece proposes taking stock studying and properly evaluating such problems rather than offering a full editorial verdict.
Safety division releases cautions from Lake Houghton tests showing synthetic tires lag natural rubber on slippery surfaces. Rules urge slow starts, light brakes, clear windows, and use of tire chains. note synthetic tires now rival natural rubber on dry pavement but may underperform in stop and go on slick surfaces.
Chief Bruett defends Greendale papers over Peeper column errors and police coverage. He cites a 7:20 am sign incident, clarifies Rickert Horse Deal coverage, and notes the police workload with three officers. He praises policy changes and urges constructive criticism to uplift the village.
Tests show that deflating or softening tires does not increase safety and instead causes excessive tire wear. Extreme care is urged on snow and ice, regardless of tire type whether natural or synthetic rubber.
An editorial discusses cerebral hemorrhage as a leading cause of death in Wisconsin, noting its underdiscussion despite frequent fatal outcomes. It links aging, overweight, and high blood pressure to stroke risk and urges moderation and lifelong health habits to reduce danger.
A collection of aphorisms praising energy persistence and focus. Goethe says energy makes all possible. Kingsley advises continuing work as the secret of hardworking men. A Swedish proverb notes the wind guides a ship home. Schiller claims patience in simple tasks earns ability for difficult ones.
A reader lambasts a letter writer about children playing in a creek near Greendale. The writer accuses “Frantic Mothers” of laziness and neglect, urging parents to supervise and teach children to avoid the creek, citing their own family as examples. Contends safer play areas exist nearby.
In Greendale residents debate local issues with humor and hints of frustration. A self described cronies figure calls for calm, urging focus on practical matters rather than sensational drama around a rattled community and its creek.
Advice on piano room lighting stresses even illumination for a child’s practice. Recommends a floor lamp with a large bulb and three candle lights to the left of the piano and cautions against bridge lamps that glare on the notes. Mentions a fluorescent tube piano light used before the war and hopes it may return.
The Greendale Peeper asks for accurate information from the police department and invites readers to send tips or complaints. The note promotes a January 31 dance benefiting the March of Dimes and mentions Harry Karp opening Stylist Style Shop on the Alhambra Theatre building’s second floor. The column ends with a light warning to “peep” again next week.
Amory Houghton president of Boy Scouts of America endorses National Youth Week Jan 26 to Feb 2 in the United States and Canada. He says there is no better guarantee for tomorrow than cultivating the spiritual life of youth. Governor Earl Warren of California is noted giving his support.
Kirtley F. Mather of Harvard University and president of the National Council of the YMCA notes that science and technology bring both danger and opportunity. He argues that investing in molding youth character is essential for a community's future as new avenues for human welfare emerge beyond past dreams. The United Christian Youth Movement, guided by the International Council of Religious Education, unites about 10 million youths from 40 Protestant denominations and 35 state councils of churches with organizations like the YMCA and Girl Scouts.
Rev Morgan Van Tassell leads weekly services with Masses at 6 and 8:30 and 9:30 for children plus daily 7 45 at the rectory. Confessions Saturdays and the day before Friday. Religious instruction for children and choir practices listed with times. Junior and senior choir sessions and Y O meetings noted.
Rev W Schultheiss pastor announces Sunday School at 9 30 divline service at 10 45 junior catechism Monday 7 45 am confirmation make up class Monday 7 pm senior catechism Tuesday 7 pm and adult choir Tuesday 8 30 pm.
JO SERRA argues that government overreach breeds sloppiness in citizens and urges a sweeping anti coercive approach. The writer compares North and South manners and calls for ending top down orders to restore civility.
Milo K. Swanton of Madison announces the tenth annual Co-operative Week in Wisconsin from February 17 to 22. The theme is Co-operatives democracy in action as the state-wide committee confirms observance.
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