28 Feb 1946
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1946
Page
1
A clash between union demonstrators and Philadelphia police escalates as walkout threats and picket lines test wage and hour demands. Officials cite ongoing negotiations while labor leaders anticipate a strike and intensified protest actions.
Thousands of CIO electrical workers and sympathizers protested police brutality around the General Electric plant and collided with police blocking streets near City Hall. Police arrested about 15 for inciting riot as governor offered state aid to restore order.
The Historical Society discussed establishing a lasting tribute to a 200 year old monument north of the city. Members planned a follow up meeting in the green room of the memory building to review a committee report on new officers and potential benefits from proposed county reforms.
The Senate approved 44-39 to reduce 750000 from a 1500000 extra operating fund for Production Ebb Tide while OPA matched similar cuts. Another 45-40-25 vote trimmed 927000 from a proposed 1854900 extra appropriation, despite warnings it would sabotage the price control effort in the inflation fight.
A rail accident case yields a 20000 dollar award following a defective rail. The engine and 11 cars passed the spot, two cars derailed and the last two overturned. Named individuals include Dailey Edgerton Mr and Mrs Sal Sorreas and Hebert Miller.
Forecasters predict cloudy skies and warmer temperatures across Park Falls and Land O Lakes with mild to moderate winds. A 14 ton impact event is noted in unrelated notes, but city weather remains steady with no active storm alerts.
Ford resumes production at the plant where station wagon bodies are built and at all Michigan hydro plants after a steel strike tieup.
Lawmakers rejected the administration proposal seeking price ceilings on all houses and a 600 million subsidy. The plan would set up a housing office with powers to direct agencies including OPA and to insure mortgages. Representative Wyatt dismissed the bill as unworkable, criticizing its feasibility.
The association states it will form no committee to advise on matters related to the new national regulation. This clarification comes as officials prepare guidance on implementation and compliance timelines.
The Times notes a lone 29er member among birthday club youngsters. Lucille turns 14 this year while another peer remains older, creating a clash in celebrations and a decision on how to proceed with party plans.
The report notes residents moving into SIS on Sixth Avenue as Commander Kindechite is slated to resume duties at Monroe Clinic in April, signaling a return to normal operations.
A London Reuters dispatch quotes Gen Sir Claude Avachinieck saying the withdrawal of Indian troops from Suriname Indonesia will begin tomorrow. Indian nationalist leaders have criticized the dominion’s push for independence, while some show sympathy amid the turmoil.
The county announces a 1946 Red Cross drive quota of 8 380 to fund hospital care for veterans and emergencies. Drive chairs and precinct leaders are named, with listings of towns including Albany Cadiz Browntown Spring Grove New Glarus and Washington among others.
Masa Kaburaxi chief of staff and commander of the Japanese 34th army in Hankow, Tsutomu Fuj who supervised the killings, and Col. Kameli Fukumoto Hankow commandant were sentenced to death or life terms. An accompanying civilian witness was acquitted.
The Monticello event hosts a forensic contest featuring Times Special students. Carl Wyss Edward Benkert and Melvin Lynn perform orations while Nancy Beck handles extemporaneous speaking.
A survey shows veterans now seek education after delays for clothes and meals. The American Council on Education says most veterans who want to enter college can be accommodated eventually, with about 1 percent of eligible veterans enrolled next fall. Purdue uses its university airport as a dormitory amid shortages. Indiana universities face similar strains as they host returning ex GIs.
A Kiwanis talker described wartime experiences in the Aleutians and Dutch Harbor during 1942. He discussed the Alaska Highway’s strategic impact and the plan to turn it over to Canada on April 1, 1946 with civilian use expected later.
Fond du Lac police chief said Mrs. Loehr, accused in a fraud case based on three mortgages, was taken ill and hospitalized. Officers stand guard as doctors’ clearance is awaited for arraignment in Steissean court. Judge George M. St. Peter presided over the earlier appearance.
Washington4 Soft coal operators brace for John L Land to push higher pay for about 400000 United Mine Workers. Operators, many already in place, anticipate a wage rise as Land seeks to reopen his 11 month old contract. A timetable in the contract suggests a simple but substantial issue with potential lengthy dispute.
Detroit reports the General Motors strike has passed 100 days with costs over 750 million dollars in losses and unfilled orders. Chester Bowles urges President Truman to bring GM negotiators and autoworkers to Washington and force a settlement in a room until an agreement is reached. The move reflects little real bargaining in Detroit and growing pressure for action.
Interview with Dr Adams argues the United States should expand use of German experts in industrial research. He cites Germans’ advanced lens grinding, calcium carbide processing, and colored film production as valuable know-how the U S could exploit, noting Russians pursue German scientists aggressively while Nazification policies lag.
Richard Anderson, a Dane County farm worker, appeared in court after surrendering to police. He faced warrants for rape and assault with intent to do great bodily harm in the alleged attack on Lorraine Swatheim, 22, of Cottage Grove, who was found injured.
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