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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1959

Page

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Orchesis Dance Recital at Monroe High Saturday

Eleven modern dance routines headline the Monroe High School Orchesis program Expressions From Within to be staged Saturday at 8 p.m. in the school auditorium. Betty Schmidt leads as adviser with Elaine Rubin as student director, along with a large cast and multiple choreographers.

Orchesis Barbara Marvin Miss Marvin Beverly Koehn Susy Simpson Bonnie Kubly Dee Bowman Times Monroe High School Betty Schmidt Elaine Rubi Tana Loveland Sandra Franklin Sandra Babler Nancy Baker Judith Dodge Sandra Delaney Beverly Flaherty Linda Goecks Gunneth Gonstead Pat Hanson Karen Loveland Norma Payer Jean Shager Mary Storck Susan Warfel Rosie Webster Kathy Woods Diane Zwygart Karen Scherer Jean Schneider Mary Jo Henning Carol Brunkow Miss Scherer Little Jack Horne Deanne Bowman Susie Simpson Betty Vini Paula Hahlen Marlene Rey Misses Marvin Vincent Hahlen Franklin Donna Lee Kubly Donna Rae Kubly Koehn Bowman Ault Lucy Lowl Richard Witt Carl Erigksen David Trickel Ralph Stauffacher Jerry Zimmerman Larry Lancaster Linda Grundahl Penny Fitzgerald

Kenosha Photographer Wounded by Intruder

Casmir Pawlowski, 57, was shot in the neck by a intruder at his studio in Kenosha on Wednesday night and is in fair condition at St. Catherine’s hospital. Police captured a 22-year-old suspect at a nearby home who admitted the shooting but offered no explanation, calling it a personal matter.

Appeals Court Upholds Cheese Repayment Ruling

The U S Appeals Court at Chicago upheld Judge Patrick Stone’s order that eight firms repay more than one million dollars from 1954 cheese repurchase transactions with the Commodity Credit Corp. Kraft Foods led with 404 547, Borden 314 847, others include Cudahy Packing Co Armour and Co J Berst Co Safeway Heinz and L D Schrieber.

Federal Court of Appeals At Chicago Patrick Stone Commodity Credit Corp Stone Wausau Benson CCC Kraft Foods Co Wisconsin Borden Co Cudahy Packing

Victim Identifies Teen Attacker in Brooks County

A 25 year old white woman identified a 16 year old Black boy as her assailant at a fishing pond near her home. Sheriff R W Jones said the youth was held in an undisclosed Brooks County jail after the statement. Earlier the woman exonerated Jesse G Graham Jr a 21 year old Black man who had been held in connection with the case. Graham surrendered after learning he was sought by a posse.

R. W. Jones Brooks County Jones Jesse G. Graham Jr Graham

Senators Vote Unanimously to Halt Marine Corps Reductions

The Senate voted unanimously to block Pentagon plans to cut Marine Corps forces in defiance of Congress. The action preserves the Corps at its current strength as debates over defense spending continue.

Washington Senators Marine Corps Pentagon Congress

Wisconsin and Green County leaders share annual extension goals

Oscar Woefel of the University of Wisconsin and C. M. Stauffer of Monticello spoke at a Green County extension program planning meeting attended by about 100 at the Green County Teachers College. Speakers outlined agency objectives, last year's accomplishments, and collaboration avenues, with committee buzz sessions led by local leaders.

Oscar Woefel University of Wisconsin C. M. Stauffer Monticello Green County Green County Teachers College Extension Service Kenneth C. Alien Vo-Ag Monroe Waldo Freitag State Board of Agriculture Cletus Ganshirt Rudolph T. Haskee John W. Zweifel Harold Lautz State Board of Health Martha Tschudy Donald Siedschlag ASC Walter Streiff John Haldiman Clarence Schultz Loren Bagley Ray Montgomery R. J. Douglas Lawrence Raymer Avery Yost M. P. Welsh Edward C. Roth Vic Marean Five Corners Pet Milk Co

Michigan Faces Artificial Bankruptcy as State Pays Halt

Michigan declares an artificial bankruptcy after the State Administrative Board halts payments to 28 000 employees and vendors. Gov Williams blames Republican Legislature for a 116 million deficit and vetoed funding steps while the GOP cites excess spending and low past appropriations.

Michigan State Administrative Board Williams

Eisenhower Veto Stands as House Rejects REA Bill

The House upheld President Eisenhower’s veto of a rural electrification bill by 280 to 146, four votes short of the two thirds needed to override. The measure would have shifted loan approval power from the REA to the secretary of agriculture, Benson, with final authority to approve or disapprove loans.

Washington House Eisenhower Senate Benson REA Hoover Secretary of Agriculture

Luce Case Fracas May Slow Actions

Uproar over Clare Boothe Luce's nomination sharpens Senate scrutiny of diplomatic appointees. Sen. Dirksen and others weigh Reid as ambassador to Israel while Luce's Brazil confirmation proceeds amid questions about mental health remarks and political pressure. Brazil welcomes confirmation.

Washington J. William Fulbright D-Ark Clare Boothe Luce Senate Everett Dirksen R-Il Eisenhower Ogden Reid Jr Israel Reid New York Herald Tribune Fulbright Senate Foreign Relations Committee Dirksen Luce Brazil Wayne Morse D-Ore John A. Carroll D-Cole Latin America Francisco Negrao de Lima

Stock List Mixed as Market Edges Firmer

New York stock market opened with uneven prices in moderate activity. The list showed a firmer trend with gains and losses of pivotal issues ranging from fractions to about a point. Trading slowed later as the late ticker tape rolled in.

New York

Yankus Plans Move to Freer Australia Over Wheat Fight

Michigan farmer Stanley Yankus announces plans to relocate to Australia after rebelling against the 1938 Agricultural Adjustment Act. He faced a $5,072 fine for growing 35 acres of wheat beyond the 15 allowed, claiming he needed it to feed chickens. Yankus and wife Mildred sold their Dowagiac farm for $30,000 and will move with three children: Russell, Dennis, and Karen.

Chicago Stanley Yankus Michigan Australia Chicago Daily News Dowagiac Mich Yankus United States Congress Mildred Russell Dennis Karen

Panama Prepares to Strike Invading Cuban Force

Panamanian troops brace for action on the north coast near the canal entrance as U S fighter aircraft patrol the area. An OAS mission aims to end the Pro Cuban advance while Panama defends Nombre de Dios where invaders seized the town. Up to 300 men were reported aboard invasion boats leaving Surgidero be Batabano Bay.

Panama National Guard Nombre de Dios Cuba U.S. Air Patrol Surgidero Batabano Bay

Condition of Dulles Reported as Improved

The State Department says the general condition of John Foster Dulles has improved since the end of last week and he is suffering less pain. Officials report Dulles, hospitalized with cancer, is in good spirits and his weight is stationary as of Wednesday night.

Washington State Department John Foster Dulles Dulles

Memorial Day Plans Outlined by Local Legion Leaders

Memorial Day events in Monroe were planned at the American Legion hall led by Walter Schild Legion commander. Theodore J. Burgy named parade marshal with Howard Counselman and Hugo H. Voelkh as assistants. Co chairs for grave decorating were Forrest Riese Dr. Warren Gerhart and Robert Alder. Decorating squads meet 7 30 a m at Greenwood cemetery and will include Legion auxiliary VFW auxiliary and WRC members. The firing squad comes from Co B Green County National Guard with three drummers. The Monroe high school band will perform a 9 05 a m concert before the 9 45 a m program. Flags talks will be held in all Monroe schools led by Legionnaires and VFW members. Various community groups attend with scouts and girls participating.

American Legion Hall Walter Schild Juda Legion Theodore J. Burgy Howard Counselman Hugo H. Voelkh Forrest Riese Warren Gerhart Robert Alder Greenwood Cemetery American Legion and Auxiliary VFW and Auxiliary Women’s Relief Corps Wilbur E. Deininger John Wagner Jack Marty American Legion VFW WRC Co. B Green County National Guard Monroe High School Monroe Legionnaires Dwight Coplien Henry S. Hefty Monroe Police Department Eugene Duerst Hugo Voelkli Hugo H. Voelkli Robert Hendrickson Ed Niffenegger Legion and Fire Department Clark Kleckner Anita Aimsworth Sally Fritz R. H. Bahr Harold Snively Boy Scouts

Cheese Demand Light Sways Madison Market

Madison Wisconsin prices show demand light to fair with ample supply. Cheddar blocks and 40 pound units quote moisture 32 38 to 32 34 cents per pound and nonmoisture 33 to 35 percent at 34 4 to 35 percent for daisies and longhorns around 34 2 to 35 42 and 35 2 to 36 cents per pound.

Madison Wisconsin

Illinois adopts first compulsory daylight saving time law

Governor Stratton signed a law making daylight saving time mandatory across Illinois starting July 1. The plan sets fast time from the last Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October with fines from 10 to 500 dollars for local officials who ignore the statute.

Illinois Stratton Northern Illinois

Proxmire Denies Reprisal Over Durfee Appointment

Senator William Proxmire said Wisconsin Senate rejection of Matt Schimenz for the Public Service Commission will not affect his view of a possible James Durfee federal judge appointment. He cited a “misconception” and said he would scrutinize Durfee’s qualifications after a discussion with state Senator Casimir Kendzierski.

Washington William Proxmire Wisconsin Senate Matt Schimenz State Public Service Commission James Durfee Schimenz Milwaukee Nelson Senate Durfee Wisconsin Proxmire Casimir Kendzierski

Godfrey Chest Tumor Removed in Five-Hour Operation

In New York today Arthur Godfrey underwent a five hour operation to remove a malignant tumor from his chest and a section of his left lung. Surgeons reported the upper lobe had been removed and his condition was excellent.

New York Arthur Godfrey Radio-Tv Star Godfrey

Western foreign ministers edge toward Berlin package at Geneva

Western Four announce an agreed package plan to present at the Geneva conference next month covering Berlin, German reunification, and a pan European security system. They keep a united front on Berlin while signaling possible separate talks if the Soviet offer is rejected.

Paris Geneva Berlin Soviet Union U.S Britain Europe Macmillan East West Germany Gereva Germany

Rod and reel prize announced for monster perch

Max H Veelkl, chairman of Green County Conservation League fish pond committee, will donate a rod and reel to the area child who catches the monster perch in Benkert's pond. The pond, stocked with over 500 panfish, opens at sunrise and is limited to ages five through fourteen with guardians required for under eight. Children may keep up to five fish daily, with fishing ending at sunset.

Max H. Veelkl Green County Conservation League Fish Pond Committee Benkert League Voelkli Ray L. Beckman

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Kenosha U.S. Appeals Court Quitman, Ga Him Woefel Stauffer Lansing and Acie Freer JO the REL Monroe Lions Club City Band Lowell Markwardt Elsmere Howe Robert Buehler Gov. Stratton
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