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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1946
Page
2
A fragment from Monroe Wisconsin shows postal class markings and subscription price listings. It mentions carrier delivery options, rates for six months and one month, and references to Wisconsin and a Wisconsin city edition.
The piece argues that American fear of German Prussianism and the rise of communism and nationalism abroad shaped U S policy after World War II. It contends Washington pursued leniency toward the Kremlin while continuing to fund UNRRA and allow Russian access to territories and resources, despite costs to the United States.
Jane contemplates Neal’s upcoming open night and Tonio’s engagement, while Arnulf’s sister Brenda plans a new residence. The inspector hints at a buried clue about Berwick’s note and Elm Point, as Neal quarrels with Jane over party guest lists and tenants.
Local notices report chicken pox case for Kathy Ann Brodhead and various visits, travels, and small events around Brodhead and nearby towns. Items include camp staff at Lake Ripley, police radio service announcement, property leases, family visits to Iowa City and Milwaukee, church dedications, theater and concert plans, and residents traveling to Madison, Platteville, Lake Geneva, and Green Lake.
Interesting items from The Evening Times note the Reger families holding a third reunion at Strahm cottage near Clarence bridge. Monroe library burglary reports entry and $2 stolen. Florence Cecil dies of spinal meningitis at age 20. Marriage licenses issued to Melvin E. Lynn Mara E. Steinman and Mrs Emma Schneider.
Leslie Verne Kildow aged 42 of Janesville died June 28 in a local hospital after a heart attack. Funeral services were held at Milton Junction with burial in Oakley. He was husband of Ruth Driver and father to four sons and three daughters, with his parents, siblings, and wife listed as survivors.
DeWitt MacKenzie notes a tentative shift as the United States Britain raise hopes for a postwar settlement with Russia. Moscow appears to prefer an US accord over gains, while Western empires face cleavages. A July ratification looms as stopgap measures bridge gaps on Italy Germany and the Danube.
A compact reflection argues that no extension of power or token national pride can match the enduring value of peace. The note emphasizes restraint and the primacy of harmony over grand gestures.
Portland reports a grim night as a flophouse tragedy unfolds with moaning and hair tearing on the waterfront. Flophouse beds jump from 25 to 35 cents, then to 40 cents per night amid the chaos. Across Milwaukee a snapping turtle injures Mr. Gustav Riebow and cuts Mrs. Riebow’s forehead after the reptile escapes in the couple’s car. In Chicago Assistant State's Attorney Leo Poch describes suspects in robberies and says he was robbed of 200 dollars and will testify as a witness when the crooks are caught.
Mrs Henry Paul and Kenneth Stuessy spent the weekend at the Everett Wild home in McFarland. Mr and Mrs John Stark of Chicago visited the Vollenweiders in Monroe. The Lovelands of Monroe hosted C J Loveland and family, while the Elmers were guests in Blanchardville. Elmer Figi played with the Madison Zor Shrine band in Wausau, with a special train ferrying the band. Ernest Zentner Janette Pauli and others joined in Madison. The Zurkirchens Helen and Mildred were in Madison. Hobart Freitag and family spent Monday afternoon in Madison. Freida Aebly of Chicago and John Aebly with his Milwaukee family visited Mrs Anna Rebly. Rev Edgar W Guin and daughter Jean Marie were also there.
Prospect residents visit relatives and attend events as Rev Guinther plans rural pastors school in Madison. Mrs Ray Ferris and daughter Jane visit in Madison with Mr and Mrs Gilbert Poesly. Judith Pauli returns from Madison after a short stay with the Pauli family. Mrs Paul Streiff visits with Melvin Streiff and plans Colorado travel after discharge. Mr and Mrs Frank Ehinger and Miss Kathryn Elmer were callers in Madison.
Rob ert Lee is the infant son named by Mr. and Mrs. Leland Beyer. Mrs. F. N. Miller is credited with the naming event.
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