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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1964
Page
2
The editorial advocates tabling the fire and police station project until a new mayor and City Council take office in April. It supports delaying final decisions to allow a fresh start, notes public unpopularity, and asserts no personal blame. It acknowledges better quarters are needed but argues delay poses no serious issues for months.
The piece notes John Glenn resigning from NASA and the Marine Corps to seek the Democratic nomination for the U S Senate in Ohio. It questions his effectiveness as a senator versus an astronaut and suggests political manipulation by supporters. It laments the star’s dimmed luminescence and the nation’s loss.
Ten years ago Louis Hirsig of Monroe will host the local group attending the Madison Chamber of Commerce dinner on January 28 with Gen. Nathan F. Twining, Air Force chief of staff, slated to speak.
Wisconsin Republican House members unite behind Wilbur Renk to challenge Senator Proxmire in the fall. Rep. Byrnes calls Renk a 100 percent choice and proclaims strong party backing, while colleagues Van Pelt Thomson and Schadeberg praise his qualifications and efforts for the party. Byrnes also plans to lean on the state organization for uncommitted presidential delegates.
Village caucus scheduled for 8 p.m. March 11. Longtime board member Chester Stuessy and supervisor Lawrence Ames announce they will not seek re election. Garland Marty named village clerk replacing Werner Kuenzi. Officials address safety on Second Street with school, police, and park proposals.
Minnesota ranked first in the nation for number of co operatives in 1963 and second in business volume, with 1 125 co operatives and 655 million dollars of business. California Iowa Illinois also high. farm supply grow while dairy processing shrank due to consolidations and mergers.
On this date in history several events are noted. New Netherlands renamed New York for defense against Indians, James Cook discovered Hawaii, German empire proclaimed, De Forest patent for the vacuum rectifier Audion, Malta WWII first attack by Nazi air force, Churchill warning Germany and Japan, and various political mouvements and leadership changes across years.
The Ludlow Memorial library receives subscriptions from two Monroe groups for display copies. DAR magazine honors Mrs. Anna Clark and Horizon is donated by the Monroe Woman's Club.
The Wisconsin Beef Futurity Show will move from Madison to Lancaster for the first time. The State Department of Agriculture announced the 1964 event will take place June 4 through June 6 in Lancaster.
Reach renters quickly with rental ads. To place them, come in or call 325 5101 in Monroe Evening Times.
The piece notes tobacco stock interest persists despite public attention while tobacco products show continued activity. It questions a dairy cholesterol link and raises the search for answers amid shifting consumer concerns.
New officers and directors announced for 1964 at Dougherty Creek Watershed. Eugene Moen serves as president while Ambrose Wenger remains secretary treasurer. Directors include Lloyd Winden Maurice Bear Harold Bratrud Vick Svendsen Melvin Claussen and Merlin Embertsom.
George Wells and Gene Proes sel announce Jaycee Farmer Recognition Night at Turner Hall on February 19 at 8 p.m. with featured speaker Bill Klein described as dynamic and not selling tractors. The event promises top shelf entertainment and new ideas from George.
Wilbur Dehmer receives wildlife habitat program recognition as Green County Soil and Water Conservation District plans an annual event. The piece notes broader habitat restoration needs and hopes for wider county participation. It also mentions dog puppies available, a directors meeting for Richland Creek Watershed next Thursday at Glen Siedschlag's place.
Honey Creek residents are urged to attend a Monday meeting at Ullom school where Ray Montgomery will present his color slides and audiences are promised high quality imagery.
Net earnings for 1963 were 5,371,000 with estimated per share earnings of 1.31 on outstanding common stock. The railroad reported figures for Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific.
Hong Kong studios produce 240 movies annually, placing the region behind Japan, India, and the United States in film output.
The Kennedy family and Harvard announce a $6 million memorial library to house John F. Kennedy papers at Cambridge on the Harvard campus. Robert F. Kennedy heads the fundraising corporation. Sen. Edward M. Kennedy serves as vice president. The site near MIT and Boston University offers access to many schools and a view of the Charles River.
Waukesha County Judge William Callow ordered a mental examination Friday for Donna Hengen 31 of North Prairie charged with second degree murder in the death of her 7 month old son.
A compiled notice lists names and hometowns with dates from 1961 to 1963. Included are James Tornow Winslow November 27 1963 Kathy Grossen Monticello March 30 1961 and others: Tommy Grossen Monticello October 14 1963 Kathleen McKenna New Glarus January 30 1961 Renee Anderson Route 2 July 8 1963 Scott Blumer Route 4 January 25 1963 Shelly Wenger address 2011% 15th Avenue January 23 1963 Bradley Bear 2220 8th Avenue February 3 1963 Timmy Grossen Route 2 May 30 1962.
Manhattan Coffee Co president Dana Brown says U S coffee prices will rise 14 to 16 cents per pound in four months due to Brazil crop failures. He cites Brazil as a major producer and growing European demand as factors.
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