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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1946
Page
5
A feature on the Bank of Monroe and Green County’s banking history marks its 75th year with a wall of old photos, open house, and a popularity contest. It notes robberies, expansions, and the city’s rail and telephone milestones, tying Bank history to Monroe’s development.
New Glarus announces Sgt Richard J. Gmur receives the Bronze Star for distinguished service during July to October 1944 in France. He led ammunition and pioneer squads, ensuring a steady flow of critical supplies amid challenging conditions. Gmur is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe J. Gmur and attended New Glarus High School.
May 1928 marked after a year of teaching for a future bank official. The text notes farming upbringing, World War I service, and chairing the First War Loan drive. It details staff moves including Jan 10 1933 assistant cashier and Sept 1 1934 cashier, with veteran officers Marie Blum and R. E. Erickson among long-serving personnel and changes from Citizens bank to National directors following consolidation.
The article notes the fifty fourth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Matt J. Marty and Mrs. Matt J. Marty. Family and friends gathered including Arthur Marty of Milwaukee and Hazel Heckok, Nelson Greenfield and families from Bloomington and Madison. Visitors from Appleton and Kiel joined locals like the Bartles and Kublys in Madison and Monroe.
Poland reports coal production for 1945 at 21 208 000 tons. The figure reflects official national output for the year, with emphasis on total tonnage produced across mining regions.
Monroe Guest recalls arriving at the Naperville wreck scene as one of the first rescuers. Gordon Bender Naval Reserve student says rescuers steeled themselves to face torn, screaming injuries while service men and local volunteers calmly organized aid. He notes wartime experience improved townspeople’s readiness.
During the war Swiss internees and guests mined peat totaling 226,925 tons and collected 17,038 tons of pine cones in Switzerland to relieve fuel shortages.
New York report shows Wisconsin and six other states reduced fire losses in the five years ending 1944 to 16.19 million from 16.29 million in the prior five years. Fire Engineering editor Roi B. Woolley warns of rising postwar fire deaths and property losses nationwide.
Former veterans at the University of Minnesota pursue studies with high commitment. Of 1594 enrolled for the fall quarter only six dropped out for poor scholarship. Curtis E Avery notes 6000 enrolled for the midwinter quarter with none leaving for that reason. Howard P Longstaff says overseas service makes them more serious and world citizens.
A provocative claim portrays William the Conqueror as the Devil, identifying him as Duke of Normandy and an illegitimate son of Robert the tanner's daughter.
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