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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1948
Page
2
The notice lists historic and management information for the Monroe Daily Journal, including founding date, associations, and AP republication rights. Subscription rates are given for carrier and mail in Wisconsin, Stephenson county, and other areas, with hours and phone numbers for office and after hours.
The FCC moves against prize programs and lotteries in radio signaling a shift in how broadcasts are perceived. The piece criticizes giveaways tied to entertainment and commentary and notes ethical concerns and public opinion. It argues radio should focus on straight reporting while warnings about sensational clamor linger.
The McCarthy version of housing aid moves to the House as a substitute for Taft Ellender Wagner. It omits low rent units and slum clearance and aims to stimulate private construction. The piece notes government role in private enterprise and expects demand and supply to balance as construction needs rise.
Traffic officials note stop signs at park exits may be overdue for safety. Seasonal spots along relaxing streets risk accidents as vigilance drops. During peak football rushes a manpower issue may arise, but outside those periods signs should suffice.
Food packages for shipment to Germany Belgium and Holland aboard the Wisconsin ship fleet go on sale statewide Monday. The S S Fredrik Hendrik will dock in Milwaukee around Sept 8 and depart Sept 11 carrying food and clothing as a token of appreciation and friendship. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Manufacturers association.
Glancing backward at August 7 in Monroe, reports include Mrs. Robert R. Hefty death notice, 6 year old Betty Lou Kade injury, trainer Guy Crippen broken leg, prospectors Stewart Hurlbut and Willis Babler returning from Montana, and 25 year ago Harding tribute plans.
A 1948 General Features parable contrasts a creator father and his doubting son who seeks to debunk divine power with science. The son reproduces miracles but triggers a catastrophe as humanity loses its world and the Father remains in heaven. The tale warns against hubris and materialist overreach.
The Securities and Exchange Commission cleared the Wisconsin Public Service Corp unit of Standard Power and Light to issue and sell 5.25 million dollars of first mortgage bonds due in 1978. Bonds offered by competitive bidding to set rate and terms. Proceeds fund construction and repay 4.6 million dollars of short term construction loans.
Milwaukee editor Pete Walch, head of the Weyauwega Chronicle, was bitten by a fawn at the centennial exposition opening after reaching through a wire cage at the Wisconsin conservation department exhibit. He received first aid and returned to the event.
The State Bank of Argyle was closed today as fixtures were moved to the new quarters in the former Commercial bank building. The remodeled site followed its purchase from Jesse U'Ren.
Milwaukee Charles J Goldman faces district court on charges of selling liquor without a license after state agents warned of arrest. The license was claimed revoked when he refused to show invoices. case continued to Aug 20. Goldman’s counsel plans to seek a restraining order while he offers proof of purchases.
New Glarus residents host and visit in Madison Argyle Monticello Fond du Lac and Milwaukee areas. Numerous callers and visitors report extended trips to Minneapolis St Paul Michigan Canada and Niagara Falls. Local births baptisms and hospital stays are recorded alongside family visits and picnics.
Dr. L O Skaalen ends a 23 year Argyle dental career with the transfer of patients to Dr George Zincky who joined Skaalen in February and will run the practice while Skaalen moves to Stoughton. Skaalen led Boy Scout efforts as council chairman and was longtime U S Grant Council VP. He organized the Southwest Dental association and will chair the State Dental Economics Study club next January.
A Monroe Home Economies planning committee led by Mrs. Ray Dye and Mrs. Ludwig Signer will meet at 1 30 PM at the courthouse to discuss Gress county 4 H club Camp plans. The annual event is set for Recreation park on Wednesday Aug 25 with a day of picnicking fun and games for club members from across the county. Other members include Mrs. Michael McGuire of the Clarno Classy Clubbers and Mrs. Conrad Elpersed of Green County Center club.
Sunday gatherings include Mr. and Mrs. George Salla and Miss Grace Marsh with Mrs. Ethel Mae Curtis in Cambridge. Picnics in Beloit Municipal Park feature multiple families. A birth at Madison Methodist Hospital greets Mary Anne Wheeler. Queen Elizabeth I noted in Henry VIII’s will as third in line to the throne.
Sandy listens to Captain Joe recount a perilous Africa coast landing. A trader and three natives threaten the crew as a blow gun attack looms. Joe lassoes them, frees the trader, takes the gold, and sails away, narrowly escaping danger.
Sunday to Saturday August entries list names and addresses for bus routes in towns including Mt Horeb South Wayne Juda Monticello New Glarus and Beloit. The page enumerates individuals with route numbers and ages or house numbers across August dates 8 9 10 11 12 13 14.
New members include Richard Howard Torkelson of Blanchardville who joined on November 20, 1946, and another member listed as ford with joining date August 13, 1946.
Juda and Mrs F N Miller host Sunday school picnic at Recreation park Monroe. Raymond Arnsmeier family from Davis IL visit Ivan Arnsmeier for birthday. Elmer Matzke family vacation in northern Wisconsin and Paynesville. Kay Chambers visits William Chambers home. Janet Arnsmeier out with knee injury from Green County Fair. Val Johnson family and Gretchen visit Ralph Bridge home. Grenzow party attends Patton family picnic at Riverside Park Janesville. The life span of an American patent is 17 years.
All boys and girls up to 12 years of age are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls club. Fill out this coupon and mail it to the Evening Times Club, Monroe, Wisconsin. Include name post office date of birth age last birthday.
Milwaukee veterans housing authority agrees to a statewide survey despite opposition from attorney Horace Wilke and veterans committee member H L Kastrul. The panel backs the study to guide rental housing funding via local authorities amid uncertain status and liquor tax funds.
Jack and Maude Brooks Stock Co will open a five day stay in Monroe next Wednesday evening. The show has a 35 year tent circuit history and is well known in the middlewest. The tent will be pitched on highway 69 near 6th street.
Oregon port of Cool Bay processes the highest timber export volume among coastal facilities, bolstering regional trade. Major buyers include international paper firms and construction suppliers, with shipments routed through the Pacific Northwest harbor.
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