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Newspaper

Kenosha Evening News

Location

Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1961

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UWK Hears Elvejehm on Lifes Goals

President Conrad Elvejehm addressed 58 University of Wisconsin Extension Center students outlining five citizen goals. He urged excellence through disciplined effort, tolerance for different ideas, a sound value system, an open mind, and loyalty to people and ideals, tying these to democratic leadership and national progress.

UWK University of Wisconsin Extension Center B. C. Tallent Bob Steinseifer William Stenzel Jeanette Berg Conrad Elvejehm Evening News School University Elvejehm Uni Elverehm Kenosha

Korea Junta Gains Backing From General Amid Coup

Lt. Gen. Lee Han Lim, commander of the RoK 1st Army, pledged support to the military coup that toppled South Korea's government, despite initial neutrality. The move challenges U.N. commander Gen. Carter B. Magruder, who faced criticism for backing the fallen regime as Seoul forms an interim cabinet.

Seoul Korea South Korea U.S Carter B. Magruder Lee Han Lim Republic of Korea 1St Lee Magruder John M. Chang United Nations U. S Chang Do Yung United States Marshall Green Chang

Kennedy Urges Canada to Join World Food Effort

President Kennedy urged Canada to expand its role with the United States and Latin American nations to convert farm surpluses into food for the hungry. He spoke during a joint session with Canadian parliament, praising embassy staff and calling for stronger inter-American cooperation. He attended a wreath ceremony at the National War Memorial, with crowds and 200 embassy families present.

Ottawa UPI Kennedy Canada United States Latin America John G. Diefenbaker U.S Livingston Merchant Chancery National War Memorial

Supervisors Approve Appeal Over County Expenditures

Kenosha County votes 23 to 4 to appeal a ruling requiring payment for Judge Harold Bode’s air conditioner. The dispute centers on whether the County Board or the courts control tax money expenditures, with the board preparing to seek the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s guidance.

Kenosha Harold Bode Wisconsin Supreme Court Bode Sheboygan Joseph Wilkus Angelo Capriotti Bernard McAleer Dist Atty Joseph B. Molinaro

Memorial Day Me moriam Page Seeks Tributes

The Kenosha Evening News will again present a Memorial Day Me moriam Page honoring service members who gave their all. Civilians may receive similar tributes if requested by telephone 7512. Orders must be received by Friday noon May 26.

Kenosha Evening News

MacArthur Plans July Visit to Philippines

Gen Douglas MacArthur has accepted an invitation to visit the Philippines in July. He will be guest of honor at the 15th anniversary of independence on July 4, greeted as liberator of the Philippines in World War II by President Carlos P. Garcia’s aide.

Manila Douglas MacArthur Philippines Carlos P. Garcia MacArthur

Khrushchev Returns to Moscow After Armenia Georgia Visits

Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev arrived in Moscow following tours of Armenia and Georgia. He attended the 40th anniversary celebrations marking the republics founding.

Moscow Khrushchev Armenia Georgia

Kennedy Bill Cuts Duty-Free Imports For Tourists

The House approved President Kennedy's proposal to reduce duty-free imports for American travelers by 400 dollars. Bowles said a Kennedy Khrushchev meeting is under consideration but no decision has been made and the final choice rests with the President.

Washington House Kennedy IPI Chester A. Bowles Nikita S. Khrushchev Bowles

Explosion injures eight at Halstead bank move

A thunderous blast tore through the southwest corner of a newly moved Bank of Halstead branch in Halstead Kansas injuring eight employees. The one story cement block and brick veneer building on Main Street was damaged during the blast.

Halstead Kan Bank of Halstead

Missing Laos helicopter found after ground fire exchange

In Vientiane IPI reported a helicopter missing with 11 aboard including three Americans. Search planes located the craft today as ground fire sparked near the area. initial reports said it looked intact with no occupants found. In De Pere Wisconsin a mother and her three young children escaped a house fire unharmed after Mrs Gloria Sheehan moved Cathy Julie and Mike outside.

Vientiane Laos IPI de Pere Wis Gloria Sheehan Cathy Julie Mike

Explosion Fatal for Wisconsin Worker Repairing Truck

Beaver Dam Wisconsin Walter Voigt aged 41 died after a gasoline tank exploded while he repaired a truck with a welding torch. He was injured Tuesday and died a few hours later according to local authorities.

Beaver Dam Wis Walter Voigt

Unemployment claims in Madison-F-State drop to 41191

Madison-F-State weekly unemployment claims fell to 41 191 continuing a two month decline. The number marks a steady downtrend as workers seek benefits amid economic shifts.

Madison

Road Work Delays Tulip Time Festival in Holland

Holland Michigan residents and visitors faced traffic disruption as six blocks of U.S. 31 were barricaded by concrete panels ahead of Tulip Time events. Highway officials halted the work and promised shoulder repairs to preserve two way traffic. Mayor Bosman criticized the timing while citizens scrubbed streets in a bookish town celebration featuring Klompen dancing and a parade of bands. Eight miles of tulip-lined streets drew crowds, with a new 20 000 bulb garden added near City Hall.

Indiana Chicago Points Holland Holland Sentinel al Bransdorfer Highway Department Lansing Mackie

Rusk Demands Laos Cease-Fire Compliance At Conference

Secretary of State Dean Rusk urged withdrawal of all foreign military personnel from Laos and accused the Communists of violating the cease-fire. He proposed a three point plan for Laotian neutrality and urged effective international monitoring to stop rebel attacks and troop movements compromising the truce. A Canadian Indian Polish control commission report noted some sporadic fighting, but it was unclear if significant.

Geneva U.S Dean Rusk Laos Rusk United States Viet Nam Pathet Lao C Patrol Commission

Weather outlook for Kenosha Downtowner area

Mostly cloudy skies and occasional rain tonight with possible thundershowers. Thursday partial clearing by late afternoon. Temperatures hold steady with tonight in the 40s and tomorrow’s high in the 60s. Noon readings: Southport 46, American Motors 48, Downtown 50. Sunrise 5 27 a.m. Sunset 8 10 p.m.

Kenosha Southport American Motors

Shawano Man Killed In Highway Mishap

A Shawano County one car crash killed 20 year old David Krasin of Shawano near a bridge on Highway 22 south of the city. The 1961 highway death toll rose to 270, up from 256 a year ago.

Shawano County Wisconsin David Krasin Shawano Highway 22

Park Sticker Bill Passed in Wisconsin Senate

The Wisconsin Senate approved a $2 park sticker plan by a 26 to 4 vote, with $2 for season use and 50 cents per park visit. The bill, amended to waive fees Nov 1 through Mar 31, advances to the Assembly. Proponents include Reuben La Fave and Chester Dempsey. opponents cited by name.

Madison State Senate Wisconsin Senate Assembly Reuben La _ Fave R-Oconto Chester Dempsey R-Waukesha Robert Dean al Lamn Carl Lauri Leo O’brien

Cuba to Let 92 Americans Return Home

The State Department announced that Cuba agreed to issue exit permits for 92 U.S. citizens. Swiss diplomats in Havana informed Washington the Fidel Castro government would grant the permits. The Swiss had earlier applied at the Cuban Foreign Office.

Washington AUPI Cuba U.S State Department Department Havana Fidel Castro

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UWE Supreme Court JFK Donald T. Carr Kenosha Savings and Loan Association Wisconsin Savings and Loan League Edward J. Ruetz Kenosha National Bank Wisconsin Bankers Association Brown McAleer Molinaro Sophus Nelson Sup Capriotti Kenosha County Bar Association Nelson Miss White Gen. MacArthur Nikita Holland, Mich Upp Michigan Highway John C. Mackie U.S. 31 Saugatuck Nelson Bosman Moses Associated Press Yanks
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