25 Jan 1946
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1946
Page
1
Astronomers question if life exists on the moon as radar contact is claimed to be established with lunar space in a matter of seconds. Reports note advances could aid radio control and exploration efforts.
CIO United Packing House Workers president Lewis J. Clark says the union will not return to work when the government seizes packing plants at 12:01 a m, while the AFL meat cutters and butcher workmen resume in response to the action. The CIO union, with 193 000 members, condemns the seizure as a strikebreaking move amid wage disputes and says the government order benefits packers. Clark notes reporters may find pickets at the stock yards tomorrow.
Leaders indicate John Lewis plans to reinstate 500000 miners into the AFL soon, signaling unity over labor divisions. Green calls the move significant, stressing solidarity to unite labor, while former CIO ties and council members weigh terms and past conflicts.
The 11 member Security Council discussed Iran Greece and Indonesia. Russia opposed debating Iran’s complaint and urged direct diplomacy while the council prepared to activate its military staff committee by February 1 to draft force pledges to enforce council orders.
Maj. Gen. Walter Short challenged Rep Murphy over alleged misquoting during a committee hearing. Murphy claimed Short testified earlier he did not know the Honolulu Japanese consulate burned documents on December 7 1941. Short demanded exact quotations. Murphy sought to provide the facts.
Forecaster E S Hanlon warned a severe cold wave will grip the Midwest tonight into Sunday morning. Temperatures are expected to fall to subzero readings across the region starting in Chicago and spreading widely.
President Truman delayed the return of contract prisoners of war to Germany due to a U S agricultural labor shortage. Contract prisoners work for private employers under Geneva convention terms, receiving the prevailing wage but only eight cents per hour and most earnings returned to the federal government.
A reflective appeal emphasizes the value of healthy legs and mobility and urges readers to support polio eradication. It contrasts healthy, active children with those who suffer from mobility disabilities, urging action tomorrow and invoking personal gratitude.
Russia France and the Netherlands join the international tribunal to try Japan's top war crimes suspects including Hideki Tojo. The nine signatories will participate in proceedings possibly starting in March as Moscow names a judge and an associate prosecutor.
In a local reminiscence, mentions of the Bollerud family with patriarch Martin Bollerud described as a grandfather many times over, noting a familial pride in the area. The passage ends abruptly without further context.
Five thousand Chinese students demonstrated in Chungking shouting for the return of Hongkong and Macao and the recall of the French consul general. President Felix said only a two billion dollar loan from the United States could save France from chaos. In Chicago a railway labor official, who declined to be named, said eighteen railroad brotherhoods and the nation’s major carriers would agree today to
The city receives new fire alarm equipment at the fire station with installation awaiting the equipment company's expert. A check on the system is planned and one additional box will be installed at the store corner, bringing the city’s alarm boxes to a yet unspecified total.
Kaichi Hirate, a government librarian turned commandant, is to be hanged for responsibility in the deaths of four British and Dutch soldiers. Col. Oliver E. Trechter, president of the military tribunal, convicted him on all charges except the Red Cross supplies case.
Monroe veterans seek housing as FHA delays leave them waiting four to six weeks for word from headquarters. About 10 000 units exist with 6 000 available now. Army and Navy releases may raise totals as forces are reduced. Distribution will follow population, Monroe estimated 27 units but more may be possible if need is high. Federal law covers moving costs, cutting municipal outlay. homes must be dismantled within two years after end of emergency.
Major Edward C. Millstead of the sixth service command Milwaukee praised the State Guard’s showing in the annual inspection covering drill training and equipment. First Lt. W. J. Ludwig Monroe recruits officer led the unit in a drill demonstration with Capt. George W. Kematoona commanding. Maj. Charles A. Schindler, a former Monroe resident, attended the inspection and a lunch followed at the armory.
Washington AP reports government astronomers announce radar contact with the moon enables probing the red planet and Venus. HH EB Burton and G M Clemence note improved measurements of earth moon distance and potential signals crossing the lunar atmosphere. They speculate on life possibilities and Venus vegetation with proximity to the sun.
The War Department disclosed that the first radar contact with the moon occurred on January 10 and has been repeated several times. Australian scientists reportedly achieved earlier contact years ago working with Dr J H Piddington in a radio laboratory. The test used radar pulses traveling at light speed to detect returning echoes. The department cannot forecast further details.
Wisconsin Governor Goodland says he will let Wisconsinites judge who is guilty of political fakery after receiving telegrams from Rep. Alvin E. O’Konski and Rep. Lawrence E. Smith questioning his stance on Truman’s address. He defends listening to Truman not by party but as a citizen and urges congressmen to act for the people.
Witness Maurice describes Nazi executions and brutal quarry forced labor at Mauthausen. Russian officers and commissars executed for attempted escape. survivors forced to haul heavy stones while beaten and bloodied. Defendants show visible distress as testimonies unfold.
A fragment notes Byrnes arriving at a national airport at 12 45 p m, described as Sacred Byrnes and his national airport in the short OCR snippet.
Lucy Maso, 78, died yesterday from burns sustained while attending a stove in her home. The incident occurred at her residence and details indicate accidental fire exposure led to fatal injuries.
In Montclair New Jersey Pte E sentenced by an army court martial is to be reviewed by the judge general. The report notes U S Sen Albert W. aiding calls for action as President Washington era politics resurface in the review process.
Tomorrow is the last chance to donate old suits for warmth. The drive runs until 5 p m tomorrow, offering a final window to contribute before closing.
A young entrepreneur from Monroe launches a simple business aimed at teaching happiness and well being to peers. The project centers on practical tips, daily routines, and positive mindset exercises designed for early adolescents, with guidance from mentors.
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