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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1961
Page
2
The piece condemns James Hoffa's campaign for a new five year term and a larger salary as Teamsters leader. It warns his threats to form a separate federation and to Organize non-union workers, and urges the public to heed the danger of a power hungry leader converging toward dictatorship.
Walter Ulbricht warned that once a peace treaty with the Soviet Union is secured East Germany will demand full control of land water and air routes to Berlin and will close the refugee center. He signaled a choice between an easy or harsher settlement and hinted Red troops would enforce demands. The East German government ordered 50 000 workers in West Berlin to obey Communist law and forfeit rights while trains ferry East Berliners westward.
Historical notices recap major local events across generations from Green County. Highlights include Gen Ridgway warning peace in Korea won’t come from Kaesong armistice talks, 4-H camp near Lake Geneva damaged by lightning, and flood aftermath with five inches of rain. Also notes deaths of P A Genin and Mrs Wilbert Wenger and list of Republic State Convention delegates.
Hal Boyle surveys easy tips for Americans traveling overseas to avoid offense and win friendly reception. He advises humility and gentle praise, noting foreigners respond best to modest, non bragging remarks and light humor. Examples from FRANCE RUSSIA illustrate sensitivity to stereotypes and language.
The Wisconsin State Highway Commission adds one new stretch to closed road sections. Dunn County joins State 29 closure. Other counties list multiple state highways blocked by construction including Washburn 70, Marathon 153, Fond du Lac 49, Dodge 28, Rock 59, Lafayette 176, Racine 36, 20, Wood 80, Dane 106, Waukesha 67, Washington 144, Columbia 78, and Dunn 29 near Menomonie.
Gov. Nelson denies ever suggesting removal of Conservation Director Lester P. Voigt. The Milwaukee Journal quoted him refusing to dictate to appointees on the Conservation Commission amid ongoing reports of a potential shakeup in the Conservation Department.
East Germans and Soviet leaders this week urged peaceful settlement of the Berlin issue but warned that if the Red German government resists, drastic action could follow. The United States and allies refuse to abandon West Berlin, signaling a tense standoff as nerves tighten.
Mr and Mrs John Kauk and Mr and Mrs Richard Kauk take several days vacation in Minnesota and Canada. Burnett Blumer and family undertake a western trip visiting Iowa and the Black Hills. Roy Blumer vacations in Colorado. Gretta Eldred visits Lorna Stewart at a Woodruff area resort where she works. Walter Whitcomb and sons James and Stephen travel from Oklahoma City for his mother Anna Whitcomb’s funeral in Chicago. Louise Whitcomb travels from Oklahoma to Chicago by plane and is met there. Richard Bearden’s sister lives in Arcadia California and has plane reservations to Chicago.
On the courthouse lawn in Fairplay Colorado a monument honors Shorty the Burro and Bum the dog for decades of mutual companionship. The tale recalls their townwide fame and a winter 1951 double tragedy when both animals were killed by cars, leaving the community to remember their loyalty.
Mrs. Jean Duchow and Kathleen Duchow spent the weekend with Frank and Mrs. Rosman in Brussels as their 40th wedding anniversary was observed. Several residents traveled to New Glarus and Brainerd Minnesota to visit relatives, with updates on family movements and a Lutherdale camp gathering at Lauderdale Lake.
Harold Grindey and Fred die Solberger of the Illinois National Guard train at Camp Ripley Minnesota. They will return Saturday July 15 with 82 enlisted men and five officers of the Freeport Lomonany.
Julie Lynn Miller 1012 16% street July 25 1960 joins as new member. Marc Alan Wicklund Route 1 Argyle adds August 7 1959. Nancy Jane Wicklund Route 1 Argyle adds July 22 1958. Michael Eugene Haas Clintonville joins July 10 1960.
Ervin Matzke becomes treasurer of the Congregational church replacing Marjorie Blackford who resigns and departs in August for a teaching assignment in Germany.
All boys and girls up to 12 are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls Club. Fill out this coupon and mail to the Evening Times Club, Monroe, A Street, or P.O. Box. Include date of birth and age at last birthday.
Eau Claire County undersheriff Charles R. Anderson resigned Wednesday and was arraigned on charges of failing to file state income tax returns for 1957 to 1959. Bond set at 750 dollars. case continued to August 2. Multiple defendants in Tomah La Crosse area also faced charges for failing to file returns covering 1955 to 1960 with bonds and dates varying. The report notes additional continuances and a separate quote attributed to Mark Twain about heaven and merit.
New York reports a rising bigness of big business and a larger government role in housing, utilities, and social programs. The 100 largest non financial firms held assets of $176 billion, with 135 billion in sales, 5.8 million employees, and 12.5 million shareholders. Top assets include American Telephone, Jersey Standard Oil, General Motors, U S Steel and Ford.
Gov Nelson signed a bill raising municipal delinquent tax handling charges. Delinquent personal property tax statements and affidavits will cost $8 instead of $4, while mileage rates move from 6 to 7 cents per mile.
Jeff Cramer Timothy Buford and George Henze depart Monday for ten days at YMCA Camp Archibal Wisconsin. Three Rock Grove Boy Scout Troop members will spend a week at Canyon camp near Apple River starting July 16. Vilas Heise visits relatives in Denver and Den ver while on business trips to Chicago and Indianapolis.
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