18 Jul 1946
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1946
Page
1
Monroe recruits 125 youths aged 14 to 20 to detassel corn for DeKalb Hybrid Seed Co. on Green County farms in Spring Grove and Decatur. Teams depart for work as detasseling progresses with rapid development in warm weather, ensuring daily row coverage.
The 83rd anniversary of the Universalist church will be observed Tuesday and Wednesday October 15 and 16. The state convention of Universalist churches will be held then as well. Chairmen for committees were named plans include inviting former pastors members securing speakers and writing publicity per moderator F J Bolender and Andrew Howey.
Madison Wisconsin health officials say polio cases in early season do not predict full year totals. Dr Carl N Neupert notes experience shows disease often wanes, and measures like clean food handling dust control and fly destruction help prevent further outbreaks.
Police were alerted at 3 p.m. to a single vehicle rollover at Mh street and lth avenue. Delbert Boeck of Route 4 admitted tipping his Ford in a slow turn. no injuries reported, only a broken left windshield and crushed fender.
London reports the labor government maintains its bread ration plan despite a likely revolt by many bakers. The House of Commons debates the investigation into Winston Churchill after he criticized the approach, saying the road to destroying it is being paved.
Grain trade sources say a severe box car shortage in the Midwest hampers movement to markets. High immediate shipment demand, cars moved to the southwest, and 700 requests vs 220 supplied by Illinois Central illustrate the gap.
State Schedule 77 lists district and county fairs for the year with an indoor show on December 6. The 1946 Wisconsin fair calendar includes Monroe from August 1 to 4.
Rome premier Alcide de Gasperi warned that a plan to internationalize Trieste may doom the new Italian republic. He said the Trieste compromise pleases neither Italy nor Yugoslavia and Italy hopes the Paris peace conference can veto the move.
State Marshal Edward Whittemore announced a correction to a prior report claiming many deaths and 75 injuries from a massive blast at the Herverds May center. The revised details emphasize unknown fatalities and the extent of injuries pending verification.
A new Washington governed wage agreement in the soft coal industry sets wages and conditions for 136 mine supervisors. The pact, signed by Interior Secretary Krug and coal mines administrator Moreell, can be voided if courts find government action improper.
Washington lawmakers debated a proposed constitutional amendment granting women equality of rights. Senator Radcliffe led the push for a vote while opponents including Senator Andrews and Senator Murdock warned the measure could unsettle state laws protecting mothers and workers.
Georgia returns show Eugene Talmadge building a lead in unit votes toward the governor’s mansion as Carmichael leads the popular vote. Ballots from 156 counties and 1,076 precincts are in with many blocks still unreported. The race marks a pivotal moment as Negro voting appears in large numbers amid white primary tensions.
Legion's Assistant Service Officer Mr Hopkins of Eau Claire attends a county service meeting with J Burgy Glen Zilmer and Howard O porst. A program features entertainment by the American Legion group trick bend and luncheon will be served.
Roger Crosse. McConnell, employee of Ben Kubly Trucking Co., was severely burned about the legs Wednesday afternoon when gasoline burst into flames at the company garage. He is being treated at St. Clare hospital.
Crowds swarmed Monroe as rain spurred a Saturday like turnout with merchants noting big traffic. Farmers eyed moisture for corn while shoppers cashed milk subsidy checks and stores offered bargains amid humid heat that pushed temperatures toward a 95 degree day.
Green County fair announces junior division appointments for the August 14 event. E O Baker, Miss Marlys Richert and D E Willard named co superintendents. Junior entries close at noon Wednesday. Names listed include Ruth Geiger and Mrs V Raebler among others.
A report notes items listed in a separate filed with the report. It outlines categorization and references accompanying documentation for verification. The wording emphasizes systematic filing and cross references within the record.
Lt. Gen. Ira C. Baker of the Army Air Force will be principal speaker and guest of honor at a August 3 ceremony welcoming Fort Atkinson World War II veterans. Local officials invite veterans and townspeople to attend the tribute.
Washington reports show OPA pushed from the legislative spotlight amid fights over women rights and silver pricing. Democratic leaders say efforts to craft a compromise price control bill stalled with confusion and talk, ending a week long deadlock without breaking through.
An executive stated today he can push an OPA style law to stabilize energy functions. He outlined a plan to secure legislative support and implement measures affecting fuel supplies and pricing.
The CIO Political Action Committee announces Jack Kroll as administrative head with a five member executive board to set policy, replacing the former I-man era under Sidney Hillman.
President Truman announced support for Democratic candidates while opposing Rep. Roger C. Slaughter of Missouri. He urged Enos Axtell's and Wheeler's renomination challenges, criticizing Slaughter's opposition to legislation as a member of the House Rules Committee.
A congressman cited the defeat of Senator Wheeler of Montana who sought renomination in the Montana Democrats primary, noting the setback for the incumbent.
The government issued a factory-to-main-street order to move scarce goods from stockrooms to retailers. It targets refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, washers, sewing machines, electric ranges, and other appliances to prevent hoarding amid OPA uncertainty. It also aims to curb exports of these items to abroad buyers unfamiliar with ceilings. The move seeks to ensure adequate domestic supply.
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