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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1952
Page
2
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President Truman returns to the White House after treatment at Walter Reed Hospital and a virus bout. He charms photographers with easygoing wit, then attacks Republican lawmakers over Social Security revisions and lobbyists, signaling a political maneuver for the Democratic convention.
A blaze aboard a freighter 65 miles offshore triggers a dramatic rescue of 45 passengers and crew. The Gripsholm, a hospital mercy vessel with wartime history, reaches the scene first, symbolizing neutrality and mercy amid modern tech age changes.
General Eisenhower bids farewell to active duty after four decades in the Army overseeing the largest fighting force under one leader. He relinquishes his five star commission and pursues the presidency, seeking a new service beyond the military. He remains a historic figure regardless of outcome.
The Madison Cardinal barbershop quartet leaves yesterday for Austria to entertain troops for two weeks after a prior U S bases tour in Alaska. Members are Jerry Ripp leader and manager Joe Ripp tenor Waugh Liscuem baritone Phil Davies bass from Delavan.
Miss Martha Grether county nurse and Mrs. Fred Schillinger were elected co chairs of the Green county nurses council. Mrs. J. T. Etter Jr. is secretary with Mrs. L. A. Moore and Sister Mary Agnes named committee members. Government requisition covers 57 miles of Illinois Central track between Red Oak and Dodgeville for war use.
Mrs Oswald Zentner Sr 62 Monticello died yesterday morning at St Clare hospital after a lingering illness. Funeral at Zwingli Evangelical and Reformed church Monticello Wednesday at 2 pm with burial in Highland cemetery. Nephews will be pallbearers. She was born June 3 1890 in Exeter township Green County daughter of Fred and Katharina Hammerli. Survived by husband four daughters a son one brother five sisters and ten grandchildren. A grandson Gordon Schneider died in 1942.
Knowles L. Pittman, former editor of the Peshtigo Times in Peshtigo Wisconsin, has taken the post of editor and business manager at the Galena Gazette in Galena Illinois.
Lloyd L Holmes announces the opening of Holmes Body Shop at the former Jim's Body Shop rear of Counselman's service station on Highway 69 south near 11th and 19th. Holmes, previously a auto body repairman for Marty Ripp Chevrolet, takes over from James Keyes who leaves for Madison.
Miss Hazel Leema Rabe aged 54 of Winslow died at Freeport Deaconess hospital at 3 30 a m today. She was born July 26 1897 in Cadiz township daughter of Gus and Mattie Rabe never married. Survived by parents two sisters Lola Beck Winslow Alma Abaly Madison and a brother Homer Madison. Member Winslow Methodist Church arrangements pending at Cardascio funeral home Winslow.
Harold Kuehl, 33, a World War II veteran from Reeseville, was elected without opposition as commander at the Wisconsin Legion’s 34th annual convention. Other officers include Kenneth Greenquist as national executive committeeman and several vice commanders, chaplain, and sergeants-at-arms.
Belleville Guard collection of American Legion awards highlights first place finishes in various divisions. Drum and Bugle Corps, Color Guard, Drill Team, and post trophies recognize civil achievement, service work, safety, Americanism, and historical honors across multiple posts in Wisconsin.
Senator Ellender reports the government will withhold 37500 from Minneapolis grain outfit Cargill Inc to offset a prior grain loading payment. Agriculture Secretary Brannan asked the Chicago office to withhold the money as action to recover an unwarranted second payment.
Joseph P. Betker named secretary and John C. Zimdars named vice president in the Madison Association of Life Underwriters election. Ray J. Dean remains president and A. J. Bunker serves as treasurer.
In Chicago, analysts find the Democratic nomination unclear with key rivals Kefauver Harriman Russell Barkley Kerr Stevenson seen as weak. A Harriman supporter doubts Kefauver second place while others dismiss each candidate's chances amid cross camp skepticism and a sign reading Jones for Congress sparks confusion.
A passerby quips about a researcher chasing rumors of a man named Jones. The researcher persists in the project and remains unsure of Jones identity. The line hints Jones might emerge as a possible candidate for higher office.
F J Sensenbrenner 87 longtime leader in Wisconsin affairs and former Kimberly Clark director remains in grave condition at Theda Clark Hospital. Doctors cite complications of old age and abdominal surgery two years ago. He heads the UW board of regents and is active in Republican circles and holds a papal knighthood.
Faith Schmid, a Milwaukee Democratic poll worker, sent a request to President Truman to attend the Democratic national convention in Chicago and received a reply letter from Frank McKinney confirming access.
A national Democratic chair man stated the President had read her letter and McKinney announced a reserved seat for her. He provided directions on where to collect the ticket and how to obtain it.
Two minor accidents were reported to police here yesterday. Autos operated by Mrs Florence Trumpy Welton Albany and Carl Kohl Freeport collided at the intersection of 6th street and 20th avenue at 4 20 p m. A car operated by Mrs Etta Bender 624 18th avenue and one owned by Vernon A Engels Freeport were involved in a minor mishap at Recreation Park at 6 p m.
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