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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1948
Page
2
Editorial notes the reopening of highway 59, called Albany road, as a winter boost to Green county transport. Albany and Monroe should gain closer business and social ties with a first class road link and a reloca tion project slated for completion next spring.
A national bug life bureau warns a new fly strain has emerged that resists DDT. The public once hoped sprays would end pest activity at home, on farms, and in businesses, but nature’s balance now demands continued swatting until another poison arises.
The state conservation department delays final decision on the Yellowstone wildlife refuge project in Lafayette County. Petitions circulated locally and the commission will study the proposal before any commitment, noting a potential 700 acre artificial lake and possible economic benefits to the region.
A large barn cattle shed and granary on Glenn Kraft’s Cedarville area farm were destroyed by fire early yesterday. Estimated loss $30,000. Ten Hereford steers and 46 chickens perished. Kraft saved 16 cows six horses and nine calves. Fire may have started from wiring. Cedarville fire department answered the alarm.
Wisconsin museums centennial tour members who visited New Glarus for the Wilhelm Tell festival will meet in Milwaukee to review color slides of the trip. Four buses carried participants to New Glarus, the largest tour in the program.
Years ago F. J. Bolender was elected master of Smith lodge on December 15 1898 at the annual meeting. Col E O Kimberley formerly of Monroe was appointed aide to Col Sexton commander of national GAR and had served two years earlier with Col Walker. Charles Jacobson bought out S L Gothompsons interest in the Albany opera house. Robert Zerkie Freeport cornet soloist was engaged to assist the local band in a concert program.
Danny endures a painful twisted leg while a Snow Man and Mrs. Claus seek a cure. Santa admits fault as Flournoy’s malice looms, but Mrs. Claus quickly offers warmth and care.
In a magical Santa Land scene, the Snow Man warns removing his hat would end his life as a real snow figure. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a beautified fairy named Nadeen meet hopeful brownies seeking beauty via the Wishing Pool, while Danny plans a bath to heal a broken leg.
A proposed Milwaukee ordinance to freeze real estate taxes is ruled against by a judge. The decision clears the path for continuing tax policy and preserves current assessment practices in Milwaukee.
Circuit Judge William F. Shaughnessy ruled the city cannot place a 1942 level tax measure on a referendum next April. He said the levy for all city purposes involves items of statewide concern and cannot be adjusted at the city level under the constitution. The remark closes with a sales line about Want ads.
Local stores showcase a wide array of gifts for teens and college-age women. Baker's Book Store sells yarn dolls and books, while The Style Shop and Etter's offer angora sweaters nylon gowns silk scarves luggage and linen goods. Gift ideas span robes purses hosiery house dresses and travel essentials with many aids for Christmas shoppers.
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