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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1949
Page
6
Local weather page notes a deep cold wave moving in for tonight with low temperatures expected to dip sharply across the region. Forecasters warn of frost in rural areas and a need for warm clothing overnight.
Barometer reading at 1 am and 7 am reported. Tampa posted 81 degrees the warmest yesterday while Havre Montana was the coldest. Sunset occurred at 5 03. Areas 2 es Se est 35 and 12-5 readings noted.
Obituaries list Godfred Klossner 71 of 1803 16th Avenue Jalmer J. Erickson 59 Wood Mrs. M Louise Korupp 90 and Dr Albert T Lundgren 71 of Chicago with brief notices of their passing and ages.
Mr and Mrs Emil Leutenegger of Monticello announce the birth of a son on January 23. Mr and Mrs John Wirth Jr of Monticello announce a son born on January 23.
A compiled list shows patient names linked to St. Clare Hospital surgical cases and residents from Gratiot Beloit Monticello and Allen Grove, followed by a sequence of dismissals including Mrs Sam Walter Curtis Lawyer Arlie Ross Andrea Nilson Bernard Flanagan and others. The fragment preserves multiple individuals across locations with no further context or outcomes.
The House expenditures committee begins a hearing today on extending the GOP anti inflation law for about seven months to cover voluntary allocations of scarce items. Hoover to testify as lawmakers weigh extending rent controls past March 31 without the 15 percent voluntary hike provision.
Earl Jackson, a 60 year old Tomah salesman, was shot in the kitchen of his home by a single .30-06 rifle round. District Attorney William Gleiss said Jackson was struck in the stomach. The DA is questioning family members as to the shooting with Jackson’s son James asserting his father shot himself.
Eugene Herman, editor and publisher of the Great Lakes News, died Saturday at 69. A former ordinary seaman, he was a marine reporter for the Milwaukee Free Press and later the Sentinel. He founded the Great Lakes News in 1915, later changing it to a monthly when he moved to Cleveland three years afterward.
Woolworth workers began moving out inventory and fixtures from the Monroe Clinic area store. Manager Wendell Fuller will transfer to Milwaukee for several weeks with a temporary reassignment later. cashior Bernice Holsapple and others are being reassigned. The store opened March 9 1929 and will close when lease ends February 1, with plans for a larger location at the old Fitzgibbons site by July 1 with new stock. J C Martin of Minneapolis oversees the closing and upcoming reopening.
Scott defends the makeup of his GOP committee saying he didn’t weigh loyalties to Dewey when naming 15 members and 10 ex officio officials. He notes Dewey is not a candidate by his own admission, while critics say some longtime Dewey supporters were excluded and question the panel’s independence.
The Moscow embassy disbursing office personnel include Bartlett Price Homer Cash Kay and Marjorie L Cheatham.
A parade of personal mentions lists Mrs. Park Roderick Juda Ms. Shirl Albert Brodhead and others as business callers. Several residents including Harvey Feldt Madison Doris Pfund Argyle and Rosemary Speich are noted for weekend visits with family and friends across Juda Madison Argyle and Milwaukee areas.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert O. Covey of Blue Island NL announce the birth of a daughter on Wednesday January 19. The child’s grandmother is Mrs. Jacob Karlen of 2102 11th Street.
Mrs Leon Holcomb of Barneveld and a former Monticello resident underwent surgery Saturday at Madison Methodist Hospital. The report notes the procedure and current condition.
Monticello North Carolina parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wilson announce the birth of their daughter Nancy Ellen on January 11. Mrs. Wilson is formerly Mary Walters of Monticello and is visiting at the Wilson home with the Walters family.
Alfred H. Henning is named an agent for Central Life Assurance Co by district agent Harry C. Young. A former commander of Zilmer-Riley American Legion post, he previously worked for Gardner Baking Co since 1945 after military service. He is a Woodford native, Monroe HS 1933 graduate, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Henning, with two children, Mary Jo and John, living at 2415 12th Street.
A petition charging the state boys school under Youth Service Division with poor discipline and high escape rates was sent to state welfare director A. W. Bayley. School officials say over 90 percent of current staff signed, while officials in Madison will review the claim and may order an inquiry.
The text notes a 44 inch two week total in Flagstaff with six more inches and twelve inches at Casper, warming temperatures at Casper and Butte, and forecasts that storm effects on meat prices will arrive by next fall. Animals bound for spring markets move to eastern feedlots as California jitters grow with hail in areas near Los Angeles and snow in the mountains heavy enough to require tire chains.
A Philadelphia Baptist church in Chattanooga was visited by hooded Klansmen who presented a letter praising its community work. The incident caused the church pianist to faint and led the musical director and trustees’ member husband to resign. The minister recalled the masked guests entering as he began announcements and noted the visitors offered a prayer before leaving.
United Nations mediator Dr. Ralph Bunche worked to avert a breakdown as Israeli Egyptian armistice talks resumed in a delicate stage. Delegations faced Negev boundary disputes tied to pre offensive positions, with no clear sign of a quick agreement. The Israeli government reportedly blocked evacuating Egyptian troops from the Faluj a pocket, complicating negotiations.
Gold earring lost on or near the square Saturday. Finder urged to call 984. Reward offered.
Washington reports the administration plans to curb extra large cotton and wheat crops this year. Secretary Brannan spoke to the Senate Agriculture Committee about ignoring 1949 production in future acreage allotments, to prevent surpluses from high support prices. Chairman Thomas said legislation will back the plan.
Funeral services for Kenneth Threlkeld four month old son of Mr and Mrs Henry Threlkeld 1014 17th avenue who died Friday afternoon at St Clare hospital were held at 2 o clock this afternoon at the Shriner Neushwander funeral home Rev Peter Retzlaff Juda officiated and burial was in Greenwood cemetery
Last rites were held for Ervin C. Bechtolt 76 of Jordan township who died at St. Clare hospital. Services took place at Bethel Evangelical United Brethren church with Rev. Lawrence Brown officiating and burial in Kelly cemetery west of Monroe. Bechtolt served on the Green County board of supervisors for 27 years. pallbearers were six grandsons Nathan Naaman Daniel Wayne Bechtolt Roy Roth and Delbert Boeck.
Wisconsin Swine Breeders association will hold its annual meeting in Madison on January 31. Harold Marquardt, secretary, reported the details.
Local merchants discover value in classified ads generating steady customer inquiries. Small budgets translate to broad exposure as ads highlight goods and services, creating steady inquiries and incremental sales in a tight economy.
More than 100 couples attended the Amer ican Legion post northwest of Monroe for the clubhouse grand opening on a Saturday night. Floyd and Florence Krause of Evansville provided entertainment as guests socialized over cards and games. The Zilmer-Riley post bought the building from Mrs. Willis Ludlow more than a year ago, with possession taken last fall after remodeling.
The Axis Sally treason case of Mildred E. Gillard 48 opens in Washington with jurors revealing bias concerns. Gillard, a Portland Maine native, faces ten counts tied to wartime broadcasts known to GI’s as Axis Sally.
Industry makers say most American men wear a specific hat size, reflecting standard head measurements. The claim suggests widespread use of properly fitted hats across the population.
President Truman directed government agencies to draft legislation for a Columbia Valley Authority. A special message to Congress will be sent once a draft is ready, aiming to reflect regional needs and lessons from the Tennessee Valley Authority. The Columbia River basin spans Oregon Washington Montana Idaho and Canada.
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