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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1947
Page
2
A former audit official asserts government accounts are so tangled that determining a true surplus or deficit is impossible. T. C. Andrews claims the June 30 surplus was false, based on an audit that excluded large Army and Navy expenditures reported late. He urges deeper cuts to align costs with a sane tax program.
Christmas seals fund the fight against the white plague, a long established holiday program. The piece urges generous supporters to send dollars for the seals mailed to homes and welcomes new donors to join the effort.
Eugene Stuessy of New Glarus elected chairman leads a committee to address tuition equalization amid state aid confusion and payments for students from districts no longer functioning. Members are experienced in rural and urban school problems, promising a solid start to the redisricting survey.
A Brodhead church program honored two priests, introducing Andrew Breines as new priest at St. Rose Catholic church and St. Patrick's Albany, and bidding farewell to Rev. Paul Croke who transfers to Mineral Point. The event featured master Serepeigeins cad and refreshments served by community volunteers.
Pvt. Henry E. O'Brien of Darlington, Lafayette county's first World War II casualty, will have his body arrive in Darlington at 2 30 p m Friday. A community memorial will be held as the flag draped casket reaches town, with a military guard from the Bates O'Brien post and VFW. Final rites are set for 9 a m Saturday at Holy Rosary Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pvt. O'Brien and Pvt. Stanley Alton Johnson of Blanchardville were among Lafayette county's first inductees and casualties, drowned Sept. 11, 1942, in Iceland while serving together at Camp Croft S C and Camp Cusier Mich. Their bodies were returned on the same boat.
Willan Berg 66 a Belleville native and Beloit resident for 20 years died at Beloit home yesterday morning. An employee of Wright and Wagner Dairy Co. he is survived by two sons Bert J Beloit and Henry L Three Rivers a brother Rittiee Belleville two sisters Mrs Roy Dalrimple Belvidere and Miss Fannie Berg Three Rivers. Services set for 3 pm tomorrow at Rosman Uehling Kinzer chapel Beloit with Rev Arlie Krussell of the First Methodist church officiating. Burial in Eastlawn Cemetery Beloit and the family will receive friends 7 to 9 pm tonight at the chapel.
J Mey small reports that attendees at the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago include Monroe residents Robert Davenport, Monroe High School agricultural instructor, and Mrs Davenport, Kenneth Slocum Green County club agent, along with Mrs Slocum, George Stauffach Jer and son John of route 3 Monroe. Some Monroe FFA members plan to attend this weekend.
Jacob Krieg was elected Monticello fire chief to replace C M Stauffer who resigned after twenty years as chief and a fireman for twenty five years. Adam Schuler was reelected secretary Otto Bontly treasurer and Fred Escher a trustee. Mt Pleasant and Washington township board members attended the meeting Monday night and served refreshments. Stauffer showed moving pictures for entertainment. The newly elected chief will appoint an assistant chief and his fire truck squad later.
Karl E. Bregenzer of 814 19th avenue will be awarded the Silver Palm, one of scouting’s highest awards, at the Green district court of honor in the high school gymnasium Saturday night. Rev. Newell Mendenhall, chairman of the advancement committee, announced today. The Silver Palm represents 36 merit badges, 15 above Eagle Scout. Regenzer has been an Eagle Scout for one year, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kregenzer. A 1947 Monroe high school graduate, he is a pre medical student at the University of Wisconsin.
Nine Monroe men and their guide returned from the north woods with venison after a Douglas and Bayfield counties deer season. The group included William and Fred Greub Ernest Nafzger Dan Natzger Walter Stauffacher Merlin Burkhalter Clark Bechtolt John Reider Raymond Malcheck and Herman Dittmer. Guide Wilber Smith of Gordon accompanied them. The last deer was shot at 12 30 Sunday noon and the largest buck weighed 150 pounds.
Millikin University board approves a $100 cost of living bonus for all faculty and a salary percentage bonus for staff. The total for the year reaches $350 with $200 paid in May alongside general pay raises. The remaining bonus will be distributed in monthly installments.
The Japanese government announced that by 1951 citizens will not wait to buy cigars. Jone Japanese says lines are reduced by price hikes that make cigarettes unaffordable for many. Current cost is about 80 cents for ten, often tied with string due to packaging shortages.
Social events mark a Thanksgiving 25th wedding anniversary for Mrs. Audrey Shelton and Mrs. Fairy Delight Hillman. Families from Juda Rock City and nearby towns gathered for dinners and games at homes in Juda and Rock City. A surprise anniversary dinner for Luther Rodenbaughs was held Thanksgiving at Andereck home with relatives from Juda Rock Grove and New Orleans joining via long distance calls. A third birthday party for Jimmy Steinmann took place with FRANKLIN ROENNEBURG and local families attending.
Willow Chapter OBS held an Odd Fellows hall installation ceremony with Drusilla Mullins as installing officer Florence Hyzer as installing marshal Eva Robison as chaplain Ramona Hunt as organist escorts Charles Burington Leland Kilian Thomas Bowen. Officers installed include matron Margaret Elliott patron Irving Elliott associate matron Violet Haupt associate patron William Haupt conductress Grayce Showers associate conductress Alice Rabe treasurer Marie Rinehart secretary Garnet Dines marshal Majide Shippe.
Miss Ann Diem of Milwaukee married James S. LaBril of Milwaukee in a 4 o'clock ceremony performed by Rev. John C. Gieser at Grace Reformed church. Attendants were Mrs. William Grenzow and Herbert W. Lochner. The couple will live at 2368 North 26th Street, Milwaukee, after a wedding trip to Chicago. The groom, a West Division High School and Oklahoma A. and M. civil engineering graduate, works for Nordberg Manufacturing. the bride is a Madison-born stenographer.
The Girls Guild of Zwingli Evangelical and Reform church held their annual Christmas party at the parish house Monday evening. Joy Pease led the program with carols scripture readings and solos. A group reading featured several members and Virginia Elmer sang a solo. Guests included Elaine Barlow future guild leader Doris Kennedy and Clara Frehner. Gifts were exchanged and for the orphans home. Irene Marty led refreshments.
Evangelical and Reformed church hosted a birthday party for Joyce Folgate with Mr and Mrs Victor Folgate entertaining Sunday. Guests included Mr and Mrs William Engels of Freeport and Mr and Mrs Otto Folgate with Mary Kay Engels. William Engels returned home after visiting the Folgate residence.
Mrs Harvey Farm Bureau held its Friday meeting at the bureau hall to honor a 16th birthday. Andrews hosted 20 young people at her home for games and refreshments. The Birthday celebrant received gifts from friends. The Juda Homemakers Friendship Circle entertained their families at a later event.
The Belknap family celebrated Mrs. Jennie Belknap's birthday with a dinner Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Floyd Parr iott in Sciota Mills. Mrs Belknap then received a phone call from her sisters Euphemia Ann and Valera Johnson in Denver.
The Congregational Aid plans a Friday afternoon meeting. Members will sew carpet rugs during the session, with women contributing their handiwork for the project.
Monticello report notes Mrs. Iris Dahms of Monroe and Willis Elmer served as sponsors at a baptism in the community. The ceremony drew local families and church members, marking a traditional rite of passage within the parish.
Baker's Book Store promotes Betty Betz titles for teens and parties. Party Book offers tips on getting acquainted, attire, behavior, food, games and more. Your Manners Are Showing appeals to high schoolers, while Treasury of Games, Quizzes and Puzzles suits all ages hosting gatherings.
Artemis offers made of rayon satin and crepe in junior miss and women sizes. Slips come in petal pink and white with Bur Mil trim priced 2.98 to 7.98, plus Artemis gowns and negligees in Bermuda pink and Danube blue from 4.95. Sizes 32 to 38 with straight and half sizes, promoting See’s as Christmas gift headquarters for women.
It is too chilly to go barefoot so bring your worn shoes to TREAD RIGHT for expert repairs at low cost. Quality soles and heels extend life, with metal clips for hard wear. Services include repairs shines clips sewing and leather work. Bring repairs early and save on new shoes.
Etters offers a wide selection of Scranton cloths and luxury patterns in 60x80 and 72x90 sizes with prices from 3.50 to 17.50. Notable options include Fieldcrest Trousseau 72x90 at 17.50 and Lucerne 72x90 at 11.95. Colors vary slightly from ecry to natural as gifts for brides newlyweds or housewives.
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