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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1954
Page
2
The piece critiques the 1954 farm bill as a political compromise favoring election-year farm aid over a sound long-term plan. It notes flexible supports at 82-90 percent parity, a rigid 90 percent faction, and dairy at 80 percent, arguing for market protection without eternal subsidies. It warns against inefficiency and ill-planned crops while urging genuine reform.
In response to stalled Churchill Eisenhower talks the article argues for a bold new U S foreign policy. It notes that the United States cannot defend freedom alone and warns that admitting Red China to the United Nations could end U S participation in the UN.
Ten years ago Gen Charles De Gaulle leader of the French arrives in Washington for a conference with President Roosevelt. The note mentions tornados in Grant and Lafayette counties and farm rebuilding concerns in Green County.
A 1954 column argues the Fourth of July has faded from American life as youth participation declines. The writer laments loss of exuberant public celebration and its role in instilling patriotism, urging a return to neighborhood rituals and shared memory of liberty.
Baraboo District Attorney Harlan Kelley states his office will press charges against the Joe Must Go Club regardless of any move by Sauk City editor LeRoy Gore. Kelley argues offenses occurred in Sauk County and the club is incorporated there, with Gore as resident agent. He plans a complaint against Gore for refusing to bring in recall petitions he says were taken out of state.
The Wisconsin Employment Relations Board announced Friday that a month long Madison construction laborers strike has ended with a new contract. The agreement was reached in Chicago during talks involving Local 464 AFL workers, the Madison Employers Council, and international union representatives.
The piece argues the United States must craft a new foreign policy as China becomes a U.N. voting member. It warns that U.S. block on Peiping’s admission is essential while a Security Council seat is held. The call reflects a stance against appeasement and prioritizes long term free world interests.
The Army Corps of Engineers announced that 14 compensating dam gates at Sault Ste. Marie will be opened over five days to hold down Lake Superior's water level. The action aims to reduce rising water pressures and protect shoreline areas.
Rep Lawrence H Smith questions long term military and political objectives in letters to Secretary Dulles and Admiral Radford. He urges an integrated policy beyond retaliation doctrine and warns that Indochina crisis risks widening. He favors hard line against Russia and a quarantine approach toward aggressors if needed.
The Agriculture Department announces next year’s state wheat planting allotments led by Kansas with 10,496,070 acres and North Dakota second at 7,349,025. A national 55 million acre allotment is planned, down from 63 million this year, with county and farm divisions to follow and a July 23 referendum on marketing quotas.
A humorous local crime piece imagines a cat burglar in Milton. The suspect explains a late night entry using an in and out move to press a doorbell and slip inside, ending with a quip about tired cat and mouse games. Also lists birthday greetings for July birthdays.
Wisconsin state agriculture department reports American demand fair while cheddar offerings stay heavy and small sizes adequate. Swiss demand fair with ample to excessive supplies. butter markets held steady.
Karen Kubly will be the featured vocal soloist at the Monticello band concert this evening at the ball diamond. The band rehearses Tuesday at 8 p m in the school gymnasium and anyone wishing to play with the band for the summer is welcome.
Daily readers flock to the classified section as a steady share beyond forty percent rely on it for messages. The promotional copy stresses the value of advertising in the classifieds.
Evelyne Raye Wirth of Route 1 is announced as a new member on July 10, 1953, in a local community notice. The item records a resident milestone with a named individual and address.
The Monticello Times reports swim lessons begin July 7 with lifeguard James Hensey in charge. New Glarus children attend Tuesday and Saturday mornings 9 to 11, others on Wednesday to Friday mornings 9 to 11:30. Programs welcome beginners to advanced, with a polliwog class for first timers. Pool hours include weekday afternoons 1:30 to 5 and evenings 7 to 9, closed Monday and Sunday evenings.
In darkness the pupil expands to a size about sixteen times larger than in bright light. This change increases light intake to improve vision at night while conserving brightness in strong illumination.
All boys and girls up to 12 years of age are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls club. Fill out this coupon carefully and mail to the Evening Times Club Monroe Evening Times Monroe Wis.
Wisconsin Governor Kohler urged motorists to drive carefully over the Fourth of July weekend. He warned the three day holiday should be happy and noted state traffic patrol and radar crews will be on duty to curb reckless or illegal driving.
Airman J. C. Aloys B. Shomberg of Pulaski Wisconsin was among seven crew members who avoided injury when a C-119 Flying Boxcar crash landed in a wheat field near Russell Kansas. Eight hitchhiking servicemen aboard were also uninjured.
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