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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1961
Page
15
Minnesota highway department warns alcohol and excessive speed fuel two thirds of fatal accidents. In 1961 half-year data show over 30 percent of Minnesota fatal crashes linked to excessive speed and drinking drivers. Departments urge dry parties or safe transport to prevent tragedy.
Mrs. Ronald McGonigle of California appeared on Queen for a Day to help a retarded child at the Wisconsin Children's Center. Sponsors arranged Santa Claus gifts including a 17 inch TV set five tricycles and numerous toys for handicapped children at the Tomah annex. Mrs. McGonigle and her Air Force husband will be flown to the center to witness the Christmas party and shared joy with the youngsters.
The Dakota and Dresbach Methodist churches schedule a joint Sunday school program at the Dakota church at 7 30 p m on Wednesday December 20 Rev William Bublitz serves as pastor of both parishes After the program refreshments including cake hot chocolate and coffee will be served in the basement and Christmas candy boxes will be distributed to all children.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin will hold a public hearing at 10 a.m. Wednesday Jan 17 in the courthouse to investigate Burlington Railroad's plan to discontinue its stockyards at Ferryville.
Independence Wisconsin announces the senior class play The Groom Said No to be staged at 8 p.m. on December 20. Cast includes Jean Manka Andrine Elstad Bernadine Konter Dan Schwebach Donnie Marsolek Dorothy Waletzki Alphonse Kabus Rose Morchinek Shari Bloom Susan Kosek and Jerome Halverson.
Waukon Iowa December 20 8 p m in the school gym the annual Christmas concert by the high school vocal department will be held Mrs Merritt Bissell director says a prelude of Christmas carols will precede the concert and Bissell will also direct the brass choir in those numbers
A compilation of service promotions trainings and assignments from Wisconsin families. James Quinlan Jr. rises at Dam Neck Virginia Beach while Richard Sandwick heads to Cecil Field Florida. Gary Kuehl serves aboard USS Franklin D. Roosevelt near Mayport and many others report for duty or complete recruit training at Great Lakes and Fort Leonard Wood. Prices and dates omitted. many personnel linked to Tomah Black River Falls Blair and La Crosse areas.
Whitehall Wisconsin The Sunday school and Bible class of St Pauls Independent Lutheran Church will present a Christmas program titled Wong of Great Joy on Saturday December 23 at 8 15 p m.
The Minnesota Highway Department warns light snow can be as dangerous as a blizzard and urges safe driving with gentle braking, conservative speeds, and tire chains. Trempealeau County 4-H agent Ray Shanklin promotes winter wildlife feeding to support farm game and song birds, advising sheltered feeding and continuous provision of food through the season.
Advice urges drivers to keep windshields free of snow frost and ice and clear vision before moving. Regularly check defrosters and wipers to maintain a clear view and avoid accidents from peering through a small opening in the windshield.
The Viroqua Common Council adopted a 1962 tax levy of 51.45 per thousand, up 3.77 from last year's 47.68. Total taxes reach 515,761 from four major sources with schools taking 262,885, the county 188,310, and the city 61,432 plus smaller special charges. The state apportionment adds 3,134, minor per thousand increase. The high school expansion boosts the school district's share by about 29,000 compared with last year.
Whitehall Wisconsin Sunday schools prepare Christmas programs. Our Saviour's Lutheran primary at 7 30 p m Tuesday December 19. Our Saviour's senior at 8 p m Thursday December 21. Methodist and Baptist programs at 8 p m Friday December 21 social hour after. Assembly of God at 8 p m Friday December 22.
Christmas spirit is evident at Tomah Memorial Hospital with outdoor decorations around the buildings. Nativity scenes border County Highway E near the administration area, a white illuminated star is visible on the power plant, and interior wards and clinics display trees wreaths and wall displays.
WHITEHALL Wis A three credit course in consumers economics will be offered at Whitehall High School beginning Jan 16 according to principal Robert Deetz The course is open to anyone and mainly for students pursuing degrees The home economics and short hand classes for adults will begin Jan 9 with meeting dates to be announced.
HolmenWis Mrs N A Berntson campaign manager reports year to date total of 21555 dollars in Christmas seal drive up from last year 22460 at the same point.
A special election in Blair Wis to decide whether the city school district should raise up to 180000 to fund an addition and remodel. The district covers Blair and several towns in Trempealeau and Jackson counties. Election hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on December 28.
Leonard A. Fick, 57, former Wilton bank manager, earns promotion to assistant vice president of the Bank of Sparta while remaining head of the Wilton office. A longtime area figure, he presides over the Monroe County Bankers Association and is active in church and community affairs.
Trempleau County Public Welfare Department reports November totals with Disabled aid 4872.16 for 43 recipients, blind aid 1183.60 for 13 recipients, aid to dependent children 9429.72 for 204 recipients, and aged assistance 51111.90 for 545 recipients, along with county shares 1519.86, 287.02, 1883.64, and 7672.18 respectively.
WAUKON IOWA Mrs Gilbert Felton has been elected worthy matron of the Eastern Star Chapter for 1962. Other officers include Dr L L Shurtleff as worthy patron, Mrs Eaton Cote associate matron, Roy Walters associate patron, Mrs Virgil Stewart conductress, Mrs Sam Trieckles associate conductress, Mrs Jess Toney secretary, and Mrs Roy Walters treasurer.
Whitehall Wisconsin Lions Club schedules its annual Christmas party at Club Midway on December 28 with wives as guests and a 50 cent gift exchange. Eugene King Cadet governor of Lions District 27E and Roy Carlson oversee arrangements. A religious theme decor contest and a December 26 basketball doubleheader featuring Texas Cow Girls versus Whitehall All-Stars raise funds for community betterment.
VIROQUA Wis An 80 year old residence owned and occupied by William Stricker and descendants for the entire period will be sold by the Lutheran Church here to the highest bidder The site of the residence will be used for church improvements and expansion It is located just south of the church The congregation reserves the right to reject all bids.
The Jackson County Fair Association will hold its annual meeting at the courthouse in Black River Falls at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, to elect officers and directors and conduct other business. The 1962 fair is set for Aug. 23-26, matching the prior year.
Westby Wisconsin the Lettermen s Club plans a holiday banquet and dance Saturday Dec 30 to honor all lettermen from 1914 to present. The event raises 800 dollars for an electric scoreboard at Veterans Recreation Field with stag dinner film showings and a 9 p.m. dance in the new gym. committee members aim to reach former lettermen nationwide.
Viola Wisconsin local Scouts were awarded badges at the annual Boy and Cub Scout banquet. Bob Ulvestad earned First Class and Senior Patrol Leader badges, Tim Joseph and Roger Hooker received Second Class, and Larry White earned a Tenderfoot badge.
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