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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1950

Page

2

Monroe Daily Journy Subscription Rates and Details

Founded October 13 1898 the Monroe Daily Journal lists affiliations with AP Inland Daily Press Association and Audit Bureau. Subscription rates are 12.50 yearly in city, 7 in Wisconsin and Stephenson county IL, 8 elsewhere with advance payment required. Office hours 8 30 am to 5 pm and phone 3.

Centize Dasly Monroe Daily Jour The Associated Press Inland Daily Press Association Audit Bureau City of Monroe Wisconsin Stephenson County Lil Ill

Farewell to Monroe public servant George Meythaler

George J. Meythaler, a longtime Monroe public servant and veteran of the Spanish American War, retired after 25 years on the city council. His varied roles as farmer, mail carrier, and county fair official reflected deep community ties, and residents will remember his hometown dedication.

George J. Meythaier Meythaler Monroe

Churchill advocates unified European army to deter communism

The article reviews Winston Churchill's call for a unified European military defense to protect democracies from communist aggression. It notes his distrust of the Brussels five nation treaty and warns the United States may face limits in sending troops abroad. It adds that Europe’s plan could affect Germany and Austria duties, and stresses need for allied cooperation before expanding commitments in Asia.

Winston Churchill Churchill Council of Europe Brussels Germany Austria Asia Europe

Toward Unity and Preparedness in Wartime Policy

The article argues for civilian mobilization and economic controls as steps toward national unity amid the Asiatic conflict. It notes Congress action on price and wage controls and tax reform to fund the war effort and urges calm leadership to anticipate crises rather than rely on ad hoc measures.

Washington Congress Far East

Notable Deaths and Local News From August Listings

Ten years ago a Detroit man died in an auto crash near Brodhead and Ernest Hegi, a farm worker, was critically hurt while W. H. Penniston aged 87 died at Argyle. Also reported are Emery Howe and Mrs. Angie D. Green deaths, a lightning fire on a hog shed northeast of the city, and several minor injuries and local civic notes across the area.

Detroit Brodhead Ernest Hegi W. H. Penniston Argyle Gerald Norder Emery Howe Angie D. Green Gifford-Crow City

Three Muske teers Leave for Camp and Turk Becomes a Big Boy

The author recalls sending three older boys plus Turk to camp and the emotional calm that follows. Turk sleeps alone and earns his first independence, roasting bacon and foraging breakfast while his parents watch with pride and sorrow. Seniority among siblings proves tyrannical even in youth.

Turk

President Acts In Railway Case

President Truman signed an executive order creating an emergency board to investigate labor disputes between 26 short line railroads and 16 non operating unions. The move blocks a strike for 60 days and directs carriers to receive consideration on complaints. Unions named include the International Association of Machinists and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Washington Truman International Association of Machinists The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Sheet Metal Workers International Association Order of Railroad Telegraphers International Longshoremen’s Association

Balloon test used by Cornell doctors for stomach cancers

Cornell University doctors report a new balloon brush test to collect stomach cells for smear examination. In 33 patients with confirmed disease, the test detected malignant cells in 14 cases and suspicious cells in one, with two negatives.

Cornell Chicago Cornell University Journal of the American Medical Association

Military Expects No Steel Setbacks Amid Rearmament Push

The munitions board estimates the military will use five to six percent of U.S. steel production under Truman’s $10.5 billion supplemental program. Civilian needs will be met by diverting nonessential uses while maintaining stockpiles for a potential global conflict. Today the stockpile holds 71 items including tin, tungsten, copper, asbestos, rubber, and oils.

Elton C. Fay Washington Munitions Board Truman Congress

Retail Buying Rate Up 9 Percent Over 1949 Level

Dun and Bradstreet reports a 5 to 9 percent year over year rise in retail sales for the week ended Wednesday. Promotions intensified to counter waning anticipatory buying and apparel clearance sales boosted volume, with coats and suits frequently purchased as seasonal expectations held.

New York Dun and Bradstreet

Browntown Social Notes From Monroe Area

Mrs C L Crago reports visitations by Lada DeVoe and Patricia. Elwin DeVoe family. Herbert Soddy and daughters with Richard Saunders. Maria Whitehead and Etta Van Matre return from Big Bear lodge with Carl Blodgett family. Sterman Lawyer of Freeport accompanies. Eric Halverson and Gilbert Greenhill travel from Gratiot to Prairie du Chien. Johnnie Wilkie returns from time with Krause grandparents. Edward Shultz and Edward Runser visit Ward Merritt in Monroe.

Lada DeVoe Patricia Elwin DeVoe Herbert Soddy Richard Saunders Monroe Madison Blue Mounds Maria Whitehead Etta van Matre Big Bear Lodge Carl Blodgett Sterman Freeport Eric Halverson Gilbert Greenhill

Birthday Notices and Rabbit Hunt in Monticello

A listing shows birthdays for Roberta Ann Trotter Diana and others across towns like Argyle Woodford Monticello Juda and Madison. A story follows Jamie and Robbie in a garden rabbit hunt with homemade bow and arrow and a box trap ending with releasing five baby rabbits and a relieved mother.

Robbie Jamie Mr. Shandy

New Members List Birthdates and Addresses

New members include Barbara Jane Trumpy of Belleville route 1 born Sept 25 1941 Audrey Ann Trumpy Belleville route1 Sept 27 1940 Judith Kay Trumpy Belleville route1 Feb 3 1944 Evelyn Eileen Trumpy Belleville route1 Nov 8 1946 Dennis Norman Trumpy Belleville route1 Feb 20 1948 Thomas James Trumpy Belleville route1 April 3 1950 Jennifer Lynn Roderick 2312 14th avenue Sept 19 1949 Delores Kay Lauper Woodford Aug 25 1948 Diane Kay Lehmann Brodhead route2 Aug 10 1947 Beverly Ann Sulzer 720 17th avenue Oct 11 1949.

Barbara Jane Trumpy Belleville Audrey Ann Trumpy Judith Kay Trumpy Evelyn Eileen Trumpy Dennis Norman Trumpy Thomas James Trumpy Jennifer Lynn Roderick 14Th Avenue Delores Kay Lauper Woodford Diane Kay Lehmann Brodhead Beverly Ann Sulzer 17Th Avenue

Vacationing group visits near Winchester this week

Twin Grove guests Mrs. J. H. Beightol and family report Gordon Mohns Herbert Bell Jr and Dale Davis spending the week vacationing near Winchester. Mrs Beightol visits Mr and Mrs E C Barton Madison with Barton convalescing after surgery. Sunday guests include A E Duchesneau and children Beloit and John and Katherine St Charles Ill Ted Elder Beloit. Franklin Heinzelman Otto Steinman Monroe visited Andrew Bells. Oscar Walters in Freeport Monday. Dennis and Sandra Steckler return to Madison after a few days here. Glen Chambers Beloit and daughter visit Floyd Chambers.

Gordon Mohns Herbert Bell Jr Dale Davis Winchester J. H. Beightol E. C. Barton Madison Messrs Mmes Frank Heinzelman Otto Steinman Monroe Andrew Bells Oscar Walters Freeport Dennis Sandra Steckler Glen Chambers Beloit Floyd ,Chambers

Albany Visitors Bank on Northern Wisconsin Michigan Trip

Albany residents Mrs William Steindorf and family travel with Mr and Mrs Neil Pryce and daughter Roseanna and Mrs Evelyn Krause and daughter Helen and Stanley Thornton to northern Wisconsin and Michigan. Mr and Mrs John Christopher conduct several Chicago business days. Mrs Alta Qualley rents the A H Partridge house from G E Heitzman.

Neil Pryce Roseanna Evelyn Krause Helen Stanley Thornton Wisconsin Michigan John Christopher Chicago Alta Qualley A. H. Partridge G. E. Heitzman

Blue Ridge Parkway Link Shenandoah and Great Smoky Parks

The completed Blue Ridge Parkway will connect Shenandoah National Park in Virginia with Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.

Shenandoah National Park Virginia Great Smoky Mountains National Park North Carolina

Monroe Evening Times Club Membership Coupon

All boys and girls up to 12 are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls Club. Fill out this coupon and mail to the Evening Times Club Monroe Wisconsin. Include name street or R F D postoffice date of birth and age as of last birthday.

Monroe Evening Times Monroe, Wisconsin Monroe Evening Times Co Emery A. Odell Monroe Evening Tames Evening Times Club Monroe Wis

Willis S Morgan Taken at St Paul

Mrs. E W Bushnell learned of the death of her youngest brother Willis S Morgan 72 of St Paul after a heart attack at his home He was born Sept 19 1879 in Pleasant Valley near Hudson A former Northwestern Railroad express manager he ran two rooming houses in St Paul and was a River Falls normal school graduate He leaves his wife sister and a son Leonard and a brother Arthur of Portland Ore Funeral services are set for Monday at 2 p m in St Paul with Mrs Bushnell and her daughter Edna Smith to attend.

E. W. Bushnell Willis S. Morgan St. Paul River Falls Normal School Bushnell Leonard Arthur Portland Ore

Legislators Favor Annual Auto Plates

Madison committee recommends annual license plates to improve legibility. Considered changes include using letters for expiration months and removing the America’s Dairyland slogan. Plates would be retained by owners with new metal inserts each year, guiding future action for the 1951 legislature.

Madison Legislative Council

Army Won't Recall Veteran War Dogs

Washington says privately owned war dogs used in World War II will not be recalled to active duty. Owners loaned their dogs to guard depots and patrols and some became fierce before returning to civilian life. The army states it has all the dogs it needs now.

Washington Army

Fuel Oil Supplies Hinge on Weather

Weather conditions largely determine this winter’s fuel oil outlook for homeowners and industry alike. Demand may rise 20 percent with 700000 more oil burners, while stocks east of the Rockies sit about 17 percent below a year ago. Weak stocks could spark price rises even before frost, prompting calls for production discipline and possible government controls if a severe winter returns.

Sam Dawson New York Rockies Washington Detroit

Finns Angry Over Atomic Weapon Searches Near Helsinki

Pravda reports Finns angry at American searches of Finnish ships for atomic weapons as they approach U S harbors. The protest centers on sovereignty and safety amid Cold War tensions.

Moscow Communist Party Pravda United States

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