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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1969
Page
2
The Monroe Evening Times lists subscription rates: 45 cents per week by carrier in Monroe. 16.00 per year by mail where carrier service exists. Mail to Wisconsin and Stephenson Jo Davies areas must be prepaid. Subscribers are urged to know their delivery boy and report missed issues promptly.
The Monroe Evening Times announces a major Editorial Page format change after over 25 years. The new layout uses larger type and two columns to improve readability and accommodate more analysis from staff and syndicated writers. The paper aims to broaden views on current events and guide readers through civil upheaval and space exploration themes.
The National Enquirer questioned the ZIP code and labeled Mr Zip as a major government fraud. The 176000 member United Federation of Postal Clerks oppose ZIP use arguing it fails to speed mail. Advocates call for replacing the system with common sense and economy to cut waste.
The National Guard prepares for summer training at Camp McCoy, highlighting its constitutional role as militia and dual mission to defend the nation and aid domestic crises. The piece argues against force reductions, praising Guardsmen as home defenders essential to national security and resilience.
Mr and Mrs Harold Rottler returned from Milwaukee where they were summoned Thursday by the death of her brother Walter Dahl 61 Milwaukee He died Thursday Funeral services and burial were in Milwaukee He is survived by widow a son Laverne Dahl Milwaukee two daughters Mrs Don Amenda Milwaukee and Arletta at home and six grandchildren The Rot tlers were vacationing in Las Vegas when notified
Two Monroe youths Kristi Schuepp and Jeffrey D. Kohl joined more than 600 students visiting the University of Wisconsin campus in Madison to register for studies starting in September. The summer registration orientation runs through July 25 with campus visits lasting at least one day.
Incoming students arrange housing with parents or guardians, take placement tests, meet student leaders and faculty, and register for studies guiding future careers. Orientation continues as autumn term begins with new students returning Sept 10 and classes starting Sept 15.
Lafayette County Board votes 14 to 4 against building a new jail in Darlington. The latest jail plan priced at 319000 was the fifth presented this year. Aldin Nygard, state jail inspector, urged the board to have the Department of Corrections condemn the present jail.
Shullsburg launches a tornado relief fund to aid June 30 storm victims. Mrs. Joe Frances, co chair of St. Matthew's Altar Society community affairs committee, announces contributions can be sent to the Tornado fund care of the Methodist or Catholic Church in Shullsburg. Dial 325 5101 for Adtaker.
A reminiscence praising Westbrook Pegler as a formidable journalist and mentor. The author recalls Pegler’s imposing presence, distinctive eyebrows, and tough interviewing style that sought unvarnished truths. The piece notes his retirement and later life, framing him as a feared, principled figure in journalism.
A reminiscence on Westbrook Pegler detailing his insistence on incontrovertible facts and his flawed self view as a powerful orator. The piece recalls peers and era icons from Runyon to Mae West, noting Pegler's sharp reporting style and public speaking flaws.
Dear Abby columns discuss a coworker's intrusion into a private correspondence, a mother's worry about leaving an 11-year-old alone, a daughter's entanglement with a married man, and a reader’s quirky solution to auntie’s wardrobe mishap. The letters reveal tensions between privacy, parenting, and moral guidance.
July 8 1959 highlights include Eddie Mathews and Al Kaline home runs sparking a 5 to 4 win in the all star game. The flash of the day also recalls hostage rescue by tear gas at the Washington state reformatory after a 13 percent terror hour.
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