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Newspaper

Kenosha Evening News

Location

Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1950

Page

5

Outdoor Writer Urges Help For Small Clubs In Bird Projects

An AP report notes Theresa Rod and Gun Club president Fred Beck urges city hunters to support small local clubs. He cites 200 members stocking 1000 pheasants and asks outsiders to attend meetings or assist with pen projects rather than just hunt. He says many clubs need a lift, while anglers unknowingly harm fisheries by releasing minnows and cars kill wall eyes and muskie.

Fred Beck Theresa Rod and Gun Club Theresa Beck Commonwealth Lake Namekagon Wes Newcomb Lake Amicon Harold Bell Harland Burmeister Hiles Whitetail Club Pickerel Lake Langlade County

No-Rinse Surf Proves Gentle Yet Effective on Washday

A skeptical user tried No-Rinse Surf and saved half the time on washday. Clothes dried soft and white without three rinses and had a sweet, clean scent, surprising the user.

No-Rinse Surf Becomes Family Affair After Ironed Dresses

A speaker boasts about showing his mother the crisp colors of his daughter's dresses ironed with No-Rinse Surf. He claims the product’s appeal will make the detergent a family affair from now on.

Congregationalists Vote on Protestant Catholic Cooperation

At Cleveland 2100 delegates approved a program for Protestants urging cooperation with Roman Catholics where beliefs align, while urging respectful consideration. Dr Arthur D Gray was elected chairman of the general council's executive committee as the first Negro to hold the post. Dr Wendell Fifield named to lead a unity committee. no action on the merger with the Evangelical and Reformed church.

Cleveland General Council of the Congregationalist Christian Churches Arthur D. Gray Church of the Good Shepherd Chicago General Council Wendell Fifield Brooklyn N. Y Congregationalists Evangelical and Reformed Church

Final Bids Made On Color Television

Washington CBS and RCA filed final bids for immediate exclusive government authority to start commercial color TV broadcasting. Color Television Inc of San Francisco proposed further experiments before a decision. The FCC will likely decide by late summer which, if any, color system is ready for public use.

Washington Columbia Broadcasting System Radio Corporation of America Color Television, Inc San Francisco Federal Communications Commission

Blast Injures Four At Cleaning Plant In Marinette

A blast at Valeteria Cleaners in Marinette Wisconsin injured a woman and three firefighters Monday. Mrs Arthur Kalm suffered facial hands and leg burns while Fire Chief George Murtha was cut by a falling object. Fireman William McGowan was overcome by smoke and Olaf Gustafson cut a finger. Building and contents damage were not yet assessed.

Marinette Wis Arthur Kalm Valeteria Cleaners George Murtha William McGowan Olaf Gustafson

Restaurants Set To Reopen In Superior After Picket Lines

Superior restaurants plan to reopen today after being closed since Thursday as officials of the Superior Restaurant Association announced the move. Members closed their places last week when AFL Hotel and Restaurant employees picketed before a cafe.

Superior Wish Superior Restaurant Association AFL

Church Boosts Mission Support by Lutheran Synod

Milwaukee Lutheran church Missouri synod votes to increase mission aid for Japan. Delegates hear U S Army chaplain Lt Col William J Reiss insistence on Christianization of Japan as 12 full time workers there aim to grow to 40 more in near future. The Japan effort ties to American troops Pacific success with Christian values.

Milwaukee Japan Lutheran church—Missouri Synod Synod William J. Reiss U. S. Army Douglas MacArthur Col Reiss 11Th Airborne Division Pacific

Philippines Back Truman in Pacific Stand

Philippine Ambassador Miguel Elizalde said Truman's hard line in the Pacific would spur Eastern peoples against communism. He told reporters the Philippines will stand with the United States to the end in today’s action and support the president’s policy.

Washington Miguel Elizalde Truman Pacific United States Phillippines Republic

Nash couple win damage suit over guard rail failure

Mr and Mrs Harry Nash of Platteville won 23362 in a damage case here yesterday against Prairie du Chien Marquette and Liberty Mutual Insurance companies. They claimed a 1948 bridge exit lacked proper guard rails. The Arizona state capitol in Phoenix is noted as one of the few public buildings without a cornerstone.

Lancaster Wis Harry Nash Platteville Prairie du Chien-Marquette Liberty Mutual Insurance Nashes Prairie du Chien Arizona State Capital Phoenix

County Courthouse Exhibit Reveals Kenosha’s Early Days

The County Historical Society museum in the courthouse basement showcases Kenosha’s beginnings with items like an 1838 Connecticut ox cart, old pipes and knives, a C S Hutchinson barrel top from 1840s wheat riots, and a Lady Elgin sinking rope. Autobiography of Col. Michael Frank, early Southport Telegraph, Civil War letters, 1858 city directory, and a Bobby Feller autographed baseball add to the display inviting Kenoshans to visit.

Kenosha County Historical Society Carrie Cropley Connecticut C. S. Hutchinson Lady Elgin Col Michael Frank Wisconsin Frank Latham Sholes Southport Telegraph William T. Shepherd 1St Regiment of Wisconsin Volunteers Camp Nagley Hagerstown Maryland Southport Bobby Feller Kenoshans

Air Flights Highlight Mineralogical Society Meeting

Milwaukee hosts the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies annual convention with members planned to tour Devils Lake and Kettle Moraine districts by air Thursday and Friday. James Montague, convention chairman, announced flights and lectures on geological and geographical features.

Milwaukee Wisconsin American Federation of Mineralogical Societies James Montague Devils Lake Kettle Moraine

Arrests of Nuns and Priests Reported in Hungary

News Agency reports 600 nuns and 322 priests and monks were arrested in Hungary on June 9 and 10. Police swooped on religious institutions, ordering collection of personal belongings within an hour. Some entries were made by entering over walls or through windows.

Vatican City U.P Hungary

Britain waits on U S action for Japan treaty

London report states Britain favors awaiting U S leadership on a peace treaty with Japan. Kenneth Younger, minister of state, tells the house of commons that Japan’s aggression since the war makes real change hard to believe and notes defense issues in the region, highlighted by the Korean outbreak, are delicate and dangerous.

London Britain Japan United States Kenneth Younger House of Commons

U S Planes and Ships to Aid Korea Move

Congress reacts to President Truman foreign policy in Korea Indo China and the Philippines. Senators Bridges Smith and Democratic Leader Lucas praise the clear line in the Pacific and the administration’s course amid North Korean aggression.

Congress Senator Bridges New Hampshire Administration Bridges Senate Pacific Truman Korea Indo-China Philippines Smith R-N.j Lucas

Help Is Offered To Flood Victims

West Union West Virginia reports flood disaster relief as friends and relatives provide money and shelter to displaced families. Red Cross disaster staff set up relief headquarters at West Union High School. Thirty three killed overall with 25 bodies recovered and eight missing.

West Union W. Va U.P West Union High School Red Cross

Northwest suspends all flights to Seoul indefinitely

North West Airlines suspended all flights serving Seoul today with resumption of the twice weekly service described as indefinite. NWA vice president K R Ferguson said all airline personnel had been evacuated from the capital and no requests to evacuate other Americans had been received.

St. Paul Minn U.P Northwest Airlines Seoul Korea K. R. Ferguson NWA Ferguson

Congress approves $2 billion farm price support plan

Washington Wisconsin senators McCarthy and Wiley Monday voted against a senate compromise bill that gained passage 36 to 35. The measure would provide an additional $2 billion for farm price supports.

Washington Wisconsin McCarthy Wiley Monday

Nose Knows, Agent Nabs Moonshine Ring in Birmingham

U. S. revenue agent Russell K. Gray identified a bootleg mash odor on the street. A modern gas-fired still was found in a nearby house, 18 gallons of moonshine seized, and a man arrested on making and transporting charges.

Birmingham Ala U. S Russell K. Gray

Relatives Willed Money for Cruise to Havana

Victor Ritter, a East Greenville furniture dealer, left about $4,000 in his June 16 will to fund a Havana cruise for his 12 nieces and nephews. Any beneficiary who declines the cruise loses their share of his $45,000 estate, per Ritter’s plan to enshrine the memory of the gift.

Norristown Victor Ritter Ritter East Greenville Havana Cuba Victor Wilson Carlisle

Marquette Enrolls About 1900 in Summer School

About 1,900 students will be enrolled for summer school at Marquette University by late registration. An eight week term started two weeks ago and a six week course began yesterday, with two sessions under way.

Milwaukee U.P Marquette University Marquette

Watermelons Stolen From Storage Shed At Filling Station

Three watermelons were stolen overnight from a storage shed behind a filling station at 3824 22nd Ave. The owner, Edward Ludwig of 3905 31st Ave, runs a nearby fruit stand. Entry was gained by forcing a door. Buffalo herds are said to be largest in Houserock Valley north of the Grand Canyon in Arizona.

22Nd Ave Edward Ludwig 31St Ave Houserock Valley Grand Canyon Arizona

Bombers conduct simulated long range endurance flight

Five B 36 intercontinental bombers flew a simulated bombing run toward San Francisco San Diego and Tampa with a sixth aircraft heading to Hartford Brig Gen C S Irvine aboard to confer with engineers A seventh was delayed by engine trouble and an eighth planned for later The mission could extend up to 40 hours and follows a record 37 hour 34 minute flight from San Francisco to Hawaii Kwajalein and back to Hawaii

Honolulu T. H Wa.p San Francisco San Diego Tampa Fla Hartford Ft. Worth Texas Irvine Hawaii Kwajalein Midway

Badger Representatives Override Truman Veto On Vet Pay Bill

Wisconsin lawmakers voted eight to one to override President Truman's veto of a bill granting pay raises to World War II veterans in the postal field service. Democrats Biemiller and Zablocki and Republicans Davis Murray O Kon ski Smith Hull and Withrow supported the override. Byrnes voted no. Keefe's vote was not recorded. The item notes West African Gold Coast under British rule.

Washington Wisconsin Truman Biemiller Zablocki Davis Murray O’konski Smith Hull Withrow Byrnes Keefe

Establish New Franchise Opportunity for Venetian Blinds

Local franchise available from a company operating 60 units. Potential earnings up to 240 dollars daily, with a patented laundering machine. Price 6750 dollars with 24 month financing. Free booklet from U Equipment Co Inc at 101 S 44th St Philadelphia PA.

U. Equipment Co., Ince S. 44Th St Phila

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