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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1966
Page
2
A dubious AP sourced clipping notes circulation figures and office details for the Monroe Evening Times with references to contact numbers and miscellaneous phrases. The fragmentary item lacks clear dates or quantified data.
An opinion piece laments Wisconsin traffic deaths reaching 1072 in 1965 with two weeks left in the year. It warns of strict new laws curbing driver freedoms and argues for personal responsibility and courtesy to prevent accidents. It warns of a coming era of regulation and loss of individual liberty on the road.
Mrs Emma Helmenstine 80 formerly Emma Watzke died yesterday in a Madison hospital after a brief illness. A Mt Horeb resident since about 1937 she was born Black Earth and married August C Helmenstine in 1908. She leaves two sons and six grandchildren. Services set for 1 30 p m tomorrow at Mt Horeb Evangelical Lutheran Church chapel. Friends may call after 3 p m today at Gesme Elstad Funeral Home Mt Horeb.
Andrew Anderson 77 a Richland Center meat cutter and grocer died after a three month illness in a Madison nursing home. Services set for 2 p m tomorrow at Lunen schloss Hansen Funeral Home Richland Center with callers after 2 p m today. Survived by wife Mary Kinney two daughters two sons a sister 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
The Monroe Evening Times promotes costume jewelry silverware luggage and distinctive gifts at budget prices. A wide home furnishings selection covers period furniture and appliances designed for time saving and modern convenience.
Warmer weather brings Brucellosis fight progress in the state. Francis Miller posts a 516 in bowling while Evelyn Wyssbrod scores 503. Miss Carol Koenig is runner up in Woman's Home Companion magazine. Gail Roub, son of Dr and Mrs J A Roub, arrives in New York after a year in Spain.
Twenty years ago on December 20 1946 Glen B Syse chaired the county AAA unit as Swiss traditions highlight a diverse Yule spread. The Chamber of Commerce and Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority hosted a Yule party for 850 cheerful children. A larger pig crop is forecast and President Truman planned a 24 hour Christmas visit to Independence Missouri.
Thirty years earlier on December 20 1936 Mothers and friends of Roosevelt School enjoyed a Christmas Party Ray Beckman Jr took part in The Christmas Surprise performed by Lincoln School children A hot lunch of soup was served at Joe Rohner's Mrs Forrest Briggs of Oneco visited the Frank Trumpy home on Tuesday
A woman shopper described in local court records as having passed checks labeled e and related payment documents is under investigation for potential financial irregularities. Authorities declined further comment as case details remain confidential.
Fifty years ago on December 20 1916 an Albany farmer living in Chicago used the Chicago Tribune Weary Heart column to seek a suitable wife. F E Benkett heads a local American Society of Equity group. A Miller Jewelry Co advertises a 14 K white diamond ring priced at 50 dollars.
Dr. W. H. Caradne receives the first tax receipt. A fight between “Old Dave” and his son Homer in Argyle ends with knives drawn. Ed Wenger and his son expand into the cheese business. John Maurer’s stepdaughter suffers a bad scalding incident. A. F. Tracey falls from a load of comnstalks, breaking two ribs.
Mrs. Charles Stephan 81 died after a long illness at her home in Shullsburg. Born Julia Saam in Scales Mound she belonged to the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Matthew's. Survived by her husband with services at St. Matthew's and parish rosary at OFlaherty Funeral Home. calls after 2 p.m. tomorrow.
Dec 20 1926 report notes C W Lengacher named Green County treasurer. The item highlights upcoming beekeeping matters to be discussed in the Circuit Courtroom during a forthcoming meeting. The notice also mentions Christmas shopping and classified ads and a disruption at three local stores on a Saturday.
Melvin Jenson 68 Madison resident dies after long illness at home. He farmed in Primrose area, worked 22 years for Pioneer Seed Co, and lived in Madison after retiring. Survived by Lily Anderson wife. four daughters including Mrs. Harrington and Mrs. Doherty. five sons. sister Alma Sorenson. brother John. two grandchildren. Funeral Thursday at Primrose Lutheran Church with calling after 2 p.m. tomorrow at Gesme-Ellesstad Funeral Home Mt. Horeb.
I Sgt Ray mond J Churchill 19 Maus ton is killed in action in Vietnam last August and receives the Bronze Star with a V for valor posthumously.
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