18 Dec 1945
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1945
Page
1
Bank clearings and business activity in Monroe and surrounding Green County show a record year as Christmas shopping anticipates a peak. War bond purchases continue through December and shops plan an in door move for the children’s Christmas party as cold weather dampens in person purchases.
A Christmas season reminder to help feathered friends during freezing weather. Scatter stew crumbs where birds can reach, keeping small birds fed and entertained as they feast on the scattered food.
Tehran Premier Ibrahim Hakimi told parliament he would take strong measures against the insurgent group that seized Azerbaijan province. Washington John Stelle, national commander of the American Legion, urged Congress to support universal military training and keep the nation ready.
County Chairman Bert Ketter reports Green County at 143 percent for Victory Loan and 96 percent in E bonds. Albany New Glarus Jefferson and Brooklyn reach top quotas, with total receipts $1,117,406.75 well above the $779,000 goal. Ebend totals $347,000 with $333,607.25 reached. Brodhead Monroe over top. four villages reached goal. only a third of townships in select class.
Stalin returned to the Kremlin desk after a 68 day holiday as foreign ministers of the Soviet Union Great Britain and the United States prepared for their third formal session on world problems. Officials and Harriman confirmed he is in excellent health despite abroad rumors of illness. Byrnes and Bevin were also assured by high Soviet officials of Stalin's good health.
Navy Captain explains avoiding zigzag maneuvers for the loss of the warship last July 30 as his ship traveled from Guam toward Leyte. He remains at sea service today at his own request.
World news item reports a 9 month old baby among ten deaths on a NSW heat wave day with temperatures reaching 115 degrees. The toll climbs to eleven for the ongoing heat event in New South Wales.
Ford offered a 15 cent hourly raise as of the calendar month production hits 80,000 units at Ford and Lincoln plants, plus a company security clause with fines up to 5000 dollars for illegitimate strikes. UAW CIO leader Richard T. Leonard called the offer completely unacceptable.
A seven car tube train carrying nearly 1000 New York commuters crashed last night into a lifted center span of a Newark Passaic river bridge, killing the motorman and injuring others. Officers report the train passed stop signals despite signals functioning. time set at 6 37 p m. The lift was four feet from closing and partially telescoped by a Peggie head as the bridge opened.
A Monroe merchant on a busy Monday afternoon rushes to pack a gift box from a secret hiding place for new linen handkerchiefs. The box is emptied when a clerk uncaches the stock and sells the whole lot, forcing the merchant to continue his hunt for a suitable present amid the crowded store.
Col. John H. Ball of Williamsport Pa withdrew from supervising the trial of Japanese war crimes suspects to ensure fair play. The first defendant, Tatsuto Tsuchiya known as Little Glass Eye, pleaded innocent as prosecutors seek the death penalty for beating Pfc. Robert Gordon Teas to death with knotted ropes. Tsuchiya faces charges as part of a larger wave of about 400 Japanese defendants to be tried.
Rev. A. J. Klas, pastor of St. Rose church in Brodhead for six years, will move to Golden Dale near Menomonee Falls Wisconsin to take a new pastorate. He served with the Monroe Knights of Columbus and participated in many civic activities.
Wisconsin universities colleges and vocational schools attended a conference sponsored by the state department of veterans affairs to aid servicemen in pursuing educational opportunities.
The moon will enter Earth's shadow at 6 30 p m Monroe time and end at 10 03 p m Weather permitting the eclipse will be seen with the moon in totality from 7 40 p m to 9 p m with a dull coppery hue The event is described as observable in regions where skies are clear.
Coroner's jury says no criminal culpability for anyone in the Dec 3 head on crash near the George W Campbell home. Henry F Faulkner and Mrs Evelyn Maaske died. Ronald Faulkner, injured, could not attend. Jury heard testimony from Dr Nathan E Bear and others.
Wisconsin farmers gain under a 1945 law set to start January 1. It establishes three lime grades Substandard Standard and Grade A and requires lime sold by weight or volume and licensing of crushers and distributors. The state agriculture department will inspect lime quarries through its feed and fertilizer division.
Four children of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jacques perished in a blaze that swept their Summit bungalow in sub zero temperatures. The parents escaped by leaping from a bedroom window as fire rapidly consumed the Sued brick structure.
Milwaukee county residents allege outside pressure on young physicians protesting conditions at Milwaukee County General Hospital. Surgical resident Dr Howard D Trimpi led the group before the county Board of Public Welfare and warned of more evidence to come, saying the surface has only been scratched. He refused to name the pressure man and said the pressure did not originate inside the hospital.
The Japanese diet dissolved late today after 22 days of its 89th extraordinary session as legislators return home to prepare for the first free election in over a decade. Before dissolving, the house of peers approved farm reform and labor union measures urged by Allied headquarters.
John Misun, a Milwaukee firefighter, clung to a hook and ladder during a blaze after his helmet fell off. Fellow firefighters saw a motorist pick up the headgear. The 11.50 helmet was new, and Misun had just returned from the armed forces.
Vice Admiral Theodore S. Wilkinson told the Pearl Harbor committee that the U S fleet would have faced greater danger on December 7 1941 if attacked off the West Coast rather than at Pearl Harbor Hawaii He warned the strategic value of anchorage at Hawaii saved more ships and lives.
A Senate inquiry panel learned Japanese intercepted a December 6 1941 American broadcast with details on battleships cruisers and destroyers at Pearl Harbor. A Japanese naval officer's statement obtained via Gen Douglas MacArthur's headquarters in Tokyo was submitted to the committee. The briefing shows Japan could attack ships outside the harbor and confirms they read American messages.
Vice Admiral Wilkinson, former chief of naval intelligence, told a congressional committee that in mid November 1941 the navy had lost track of Japanese warships. He said Pearl Harbor defenses were best possible and that radio silence benefited both sides. He also noted Halsey’s fleet appeared in multiple positions to disrupt Japanese plan.
Grover C. Neff, president, told 275 employees at the annual Christmas dinner that the 1945 gross revenue will be the largest in the firm's history, but net income will lag since 1937 due to higher costs for materials and supplies.
Lizzie Webb, 70, died yesterday in a blaze that swept her bedroom. Fire crews battled the flames, with investigators uncertain of the cause.
Navy proposal to turn over surplus American fighting ships to China draws fierce scrutiny in Congress. Secretary Forrestal cites Joint Chiefs recommendations while Vinson and Pard question details and potential legislative action.
William O. Perdue, GM of Pure Milk Products Cooperative, said the board sent a resolution to the OPA in Washington requesting an immediate butter price rise to boost milk supply for butter manufacturers.
Washington Attorney General Tom C. Clark announces a civil suit charging anti trust violations in television equipment manufacturing. The case names five corporations and three individuals as defendants.
A semi official dispatch reports Madame Chiang Kai shek and General Chiang back in Nanking today after fleeing the city in 1937 when Japanese forces advanced. The leaders’ return marks a notable moment in the ongoing war with Japan.
Anderson urged a national farm labor industry conference at the American Farm Bureau convention to set national goals and unified plans for prosperity. He cited exact crop acreages and equipment needs to show what agriculture can produce and consume, and urged industry input on 1946 production. Federation president O’Neal said the first obligation is to set our own house in order and curb inflation.
The nation endures a deep cold spell with record lows across the north. Forecasters warn no immediate warmth, as many states report subzero readings and heavy snow, with Buffalo snowbound after a blizzard.
The Senate small business committee will discuss the men’s clothing market with government and clothing officials tomorrow and Thursday. Chairman Murray estimates 20 to 28 million suits may be produced next year, versus a demand of 40 to 48 million.
Arnold Olsen, 19, a former soldier just back from Germany, built a booby trap as a burglar alarm. While helping clean a Christmas home, Frank R. Carr, 37, a veteran, activated the device in a pantry explosion injuring him with superficial cuts. Carr remarked he was a demolition expert.
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