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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1946
Page
2
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The article outlines public anticipation for President Truman's address expected to last about 20 minutes. Readers weigh potential moves toward a middle course, mediation with union leaders, and a plea for miners to return to work during negotiations, amid pressure on management and wider national stake.
The piece contrasts farm output with national gloom, praising farmers who labored long hours to set records despite manpower shortages. It argues farmers endure higher dairy prices due to demand and cost, while labor unions risk the nation by striking, urging labor to learn from the farmer ethic of productive effort even under dissatisfactions.
James the boy king escapes the palace in a delivery wagon and explores a new street world. He meets two boys Henry and Timothy who challenge him to prove courage by facing the Witch’s Ring as they promise friendship if he succeeds. The tale ends with a cliffhanger.
DeWitt MacKenzie reports UN debates split on how to oust Franco with no consensus on method. He notes risk of civil war, U S Britain and France urging caution while Greece and Spain loom large. The Franco government pledges independence free of foreign interference.
The article notes Antarctica is the world’s highest continent, averaging about 6000 feet above sea level. It cites scientists who estimate a hundred million years ago the continent had a climate that could have supported vegetation like that of the United States today.
A terse reflection notes that war and strikes rarely yield winners for anyone though many are harmed and suffer more than others. The piece suggests the costs touch all sides and no true victory emerges.
James W Henry 23 of Belleville joins Air Cargo Inc with Milwaukee national office as secretary. William Hoeft 21 of Waukesha is president, Nels Christensen 23 of Marshfield is VP and Los Angeles branch backer. They ship furs by air, avoid operating planes, and target fur ranchers across Wisconsin while Henry, a Belleville High graduate, served three years in the 82nd Airborne. The piece notes historic population and paleoclimate facts.
A group led by Lenny and Tippydumdoo trek to a chest guarded by Mr Littlesmith. Woody Woodchuck disappears during the journey causing sorrow among the travelers who finally reach a hillside village awaiting the chest opening.
Birthday list for Evening Times Club shows names and ages tied to dates December 8 to December 14. Recipients include Billie Ann Wenger 11 from 1721 15th Street and others across Monroe route entries, Beloit, Freeport, Monroes, and surrounding areas with ages from 1 to 13.
Sharon Rae Broge of 1303 9th street will be 5 on Monday. Robert Lee Ruef of Juda route 1 was 4 on Sept. 10. Gloria Jean Ruef of Juda route 1 will be 6 on March 2. Joyce Elaine Ruef of Juda route 1 will be 7 on March 7.
A report states that Negroes make up about 9.8 percent of the United States population reflecting demographic proportions. The figure highlights minority representation in national statistics and discussions on civil rights.
All boys and girls up to 12 years are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls Club. Fill out this coupon and mail to the Evening Times Club at Monroe Wisconsin. Include date of birth and other details as requested on the form.
Japan will accept a 5-5-3 naval program if U S fortifications in the Pacific are dismissed. H C Hauser Milwaukee architect presents plans for a new St John s church edifice. Mrs Edward Nicollier and Edna travel to Switzerland. Mrs Fred W Stuessy dies at New Glarus. Green county ranks fourth in ownership of cars and trucks in Wisconsin with 4343 autos and 281 trucks. Death claims Lucy S F Wait at Orangeville. Mario Capelli addresses Lions club. Rev Peter Retzlaff elected president of Green county ministerial union. Retail sales in Monroe exceed state average by 458 per capita. Stark Schneider and Sheldon chosen to draw plans for proposed Monroe high school expansion.
In San Antonio during Christmas, Los Pastores a hybrid Spanish Indian miracle play emphasizes spirituality. Amateur actors perform door to door with house as stage, Nacimiento visuals, hell scene, and a drawn out, ritual ending where devils are vanquished and the Christ Child is kissed by participants.
Wages accounted for more than half the value added by cotton manufacturing as mechanization of cotton ginning spinning and weaving began in America during the 1800s.
The article surveys gift traditions beside Santa Claus across Europe and beyond. It highlights figures like Befana in Italy, Babouska in Russia, Christkind in Germany, Yule logs in France, and a Syrian camel of Jesus, noting the shared aim to delight children and avoid disappointment during Epiphany season.
Green County sheriff's office announces courtesy cards for motorists traveling outside Wisconsin. The cards, bearing Sheriff Evan C Chambers signature and clerk of courts certification, clarify renewal dates after drivers were detained due to confusion over expiration dates of Nov 1 1945.
Bronx Borough President James L. Lyons, recently operated on, appeared at Harkness Pavilion with a paper bag containing 324 gallstones removed during a four week hospital stay. He vowed to build a house despite material shortages.
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