Wisconsin Assembly prompts action on equal rights amendment
In Madison the Assembly will take prompt action on a proposed state constitution equal rights amendment. Majority Leader Anthony Earl and Rep. Marjorie Miller introduced the measure stating equality of rights must not be denied on the basis of sex. The bill needs two legislative sessions and a statewide referendum, with 102 of 133 legislators already co sponsoring.
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Appleton Brewery to Close If Plant Not Sold Soon
George Walter Brewing Co plans to shut down if its Appleton plant is not sold within months. The 30 employee firm cites low volume and rising costs plus competition from larger brewers as reasons. Adler Brau maker has operated at half capacity of 50 000 barrels and traces back to Appleton's first brewery founded in 1862. Oshkosh Brewing halted production in November and sold label rights and formulas for four brands to People's Brewing Co. of Oshkosh.
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Bandleader Norman Brahmstedt Dies in Tucson
Funeral services were held for Norman K. Brahmstedt 65 a famed Wisconsin bandleader who moved to Tucson in 1969 He died in a Tucson hospital Friday of an apparent cerebral hemorrhage Brahmstedt directed Milwaukee Custer High School band from 1927 to 1947 and ran Brahmstedt Music Co in Wisconsin Rapids from 1953 until retirement
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Brahmstedt Music Co
Wisconsin Rapids
Two die on snowmobiles in Wisconsin weekend accidents
The weekend brought two snowmobile deaths raising Wisconsin snowmobile fatalities to 17 since December 1. Donald J. Cherney of Beloit died from neck injuries after hitting a cable in Rock County. Loren E. Chilstrom of North Anoka Minn. died after his snowmobile hit a tree in Burnett County.
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Grantsburg
Burnett County
Daryl L. Shimek
Kellnersville
Manitowoc
Marlene Kreuger
Sheboygan
Robert McCloy
Delafield
Lindsay upbeat about Wisconsin primary after Arizona showing
New York Mayor John V. Lindsay, visiting a Watertown dairy farm, stated his status in Wisconsin’s April 4 presidential preference primary looks better after a weekend Arizona showing. He noted Musk ie led with 189 votes, McGovern 102, and Lindsay 118 in the Arizona Democratic precinct delegate caucuses, and said the result should lift workers’ morale in Wisconsin.
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Irving to face grand jury over Hughes autobiography
Author Clifford Irving is set to appear before a Manhattan grand jury amid a widening inquiry into the 650000 payment from McGraw Hill for the Hughes manuscript. The case explores the book origins and royalty transfers, with new claims about Swiss bank deposits and a possible computer printout of Hughes material. Festge will visit Monroe to meet constituents and discuss issues with Kastenmeier’s office.
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Wisconsin Ballot Backers Push Broad Presidential Field
Wisconsin delegates weigh a broad April 4 presidential preference ballot with a Republican field including Nixon McCloskey and Ashbrook and a Democratic slate totaling up to 12 names with Wallace Chisholm Mills Yorty plus Muskie Humphrey Lindsay McGovern Jackson and McCarthy. McCarthy previously led Wisconsin delegates in 1968 after Johnson did not seek reelection.
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McCarthy
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Johnson
Irish tension soars after 13 civilian deaths in Londonderry
In Belfast the IRA retaliated with bombs as Britain and Ireland move toward inquiries. Dublin demands withdrawal of troops and an international probe, while Londonderry sees a Catholic strike in mourning after a deadly clash with British troops.
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Snowmobile Derby Injuries At Green County Fairgrounds
Two injured during Sunday Snowmobile Derby events at Green County Fairgrounds. Mrs. Ronald Morgan, 25, of Janesville, suffered a compression fracture of the spine after crashing into a wooden fence during the Powder Puff race and was moved to St. Clare Hospital. Roy Rockey, unknown. Elwin W. DeVoe, 46, Monroe, suffered a fractured leg after a separate crash. both were treated, Rockey released. Rescue unit run by Boy Scout Troop 101 of Monroe.
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Westmoreland predicts major North Vietnamese offensive next month
Gen Westmoreland warns of a multi phase North Vietnamese push below the DMZ and in the central highlands as U S B 52 bombers strike heavy along a 200 mile border arc. He accompanies reports that South Vietnamese forces can meet the threat. Diplomatic shifts follow Pakistan quitting the British Commonwealth with Bangladesh poised for recognition. King Mahendra of Nepal dies after a heart attack. Crown Prince Birendra succeeds.
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Mercury Rebounds After Six Days Below Zero
After six days of subzero readings the thermometer crosses zero at midnight marking a turn toward warmer weather. A light snow fell in the early hours, and Sunday brought notable ice skating and snowmobile activity as the Monroe Evening Times records the return to 20 above by midmorning.
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Devlin Attacks Maudling In House of Commons
In London the Northern Ireland civil rights leader and MP Bernadette Devlin punched and scratched Home Secretary Reginald Maudling during a question on shootings in Londonderry. She was restrained as PM Heath and others intervened.
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One Fourth of Mankind Exclusive China Series Begins Today
The Evening Times launches an 18 part illustrated series on China tracing four thousand years of history. Don Oakley and John Lane bring revised updated perspectives reflecting recent events. Oakley is a prominent NEA editor and historian, Lane an award winning illustrator.
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Newspaper Enterprise Association
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NEA
Oakley Lane
Case-Western Reserve University
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Wisconsin 11 member committee considers 1960s style presidential primary options
The 11 member nominating committee weighs which Democrats to include on the presidential primary ballot and allows disclaimer filings to remove names. Wisconsin voters may also cast write ins or vote none of the above. Observers debate crowded fields and party control. The panel includes party chairs, lawmakers, and chiefs in a bid to name a chairman and select a member to break ties.
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