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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1957
Page
2
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The piece criticizes Britain's move to ease trade limits with Red China, arguing it undermines U S led efforts against Communism in the Far East. It links the decision to Formosa unrest, Chinese propaganda, and waning American prestige, claiming London’s action signals lost influence over Peiping trade policy.
The House rejected restoring the White House push to restore $1.2 billion of a $2.5 billion defense budget cut, leaving the budget reduced and signaling a possible broader clash with Congress. Senate action remains uncertain and the outcome could shape remaining administration priorities.
A June 1 1947 note reports Zwingli Evangelical and Reformed church in Monticello planning its 60th anniversary observance. Also mentions Otto Lund of Viroqua speaking at Green County Normal commencement, and a national commission urging compulsory training as an urgent military necessity. An army expert suggests underground government facilities to shield from A-bomb threats.
A personal reflection on dog sense versus human life, revealing humorous episodes about dog food, a kitchen caper with sandwich spread tainted by horse meat, and a cough remedy misadventure. The narrator notes the misread fine print and ends with the idea that there are different kinds of malt.
Seventeen major Wisconsin highways have closed portions this week due to construction. Many closures are short with detours provided. some roads remain open to traffic with slow movement and minor delays. Major routes listed include U S 10 in Trempealeau County and multiple state and U S highways across Dane, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and other counties.
A concise overview outlining a course on federal government operations, tax policies, and efforts to function on a worldwide scale. It covers governance structure, fiscal policy mechanics, international coordination, and implications for national administration.
Actress Sheree North, 25, was reported in good condition after surgery described as not of a serious nature. She is expected to be hospitalized for four or five days and is in Los Angeles.
Hollywood interview with Jack Ford technical adviser describes the film based on his experiences. Jeff Chandler and Lana Turner portray a married couple running an aircraft delivery service whose clash over starting a family ends in divorce. Ford discusses global deliveries, travel, and the appeal of a life on the move.
Monmouth College confirms the suspension of Pat Thomson 18 daughter of Gov and Mrs Vernon Thomson of Wisconsin for drinking beer on campus while under treatment for illness. The action dates back weeks and she may re enter in fall. A senior who delivered the beer is also suspended and barred from commencement activities.
More than two thousand five hundred companies operate door to door selling across the United States. Industry observers note wide geographic spread and varied practices affecting consumers nationwide.
The article extols a Bird Patrol of birds including the sparrow Nightjar and bats. It describes their roles in controlling insects, pests, and parasites, noting the sparrow's value and the Nightjar’s night beat. It concludes by urging appreciation of these creatures guarding humanity.
New members include James Paul Davidson of 811 16th Avenue joined on June 2, 1955. Pamela Anne Douglas of Route 4 Darlington joined on August 17, 1953. Jane Elithe Marty of 814 15th Avenue joined on January 7, 1950. Patti Jo Hartwig of Route 3 joined on June 11, 1954. Monticello records dated June 7, 1956.
Arthur Miller, husband of Marilyn Monroe, was convicted of contempt of Congress after a six day nonjury trial. Federal Judge Charles Mc Laughlin delivered a 15 page written opinion and set the case for possible penalties after Miller refused to name Communist writers connected to meetings in New York in 1947.
All children up to 12 years old are invited to join the Evening Times Club in Monroe Wisconsin. Fill out the coupon and mail it to the Monroe Evening Times Club for enrollment.
The entry lists a name and street or rural delivery route, followed by the age as of the last birthday. This appears to be a classified notice or census-like line from a local publication.
A Wisconsin Heart Association sponsored nurses institute on congestive heart disease will be held at Mercy hospital in Janesville from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Miss Lucille Dagnon announces the program for second district nurses including Green Rock Jefferson and Walworth counties.
Rites were held at 3 p.m. at Walker funeral home Freeport for Noah Rinehart 84 Davenport Iowa fatally injured in Orangeville Thursday night after slipping on a porch step at his sister Mae Hardman’s home Rev Charles Landwere First Lutheran Freeport officiated burial in Grandview Cemetery north of Freeport Rinehart a former Freeport resident and retired employee of W T Rawleigh Co had been visiting his sister for several days.
James Oliver of Albany and Kenneth Wyss of Monroe won top honors in the annual cattle judging contests at the Green County Fair Junior Fair activities. Both scored 540 of 600, with events held at Walter G. Timm and Mrs. Edna Schmid farms near Monroe. Placings feature extensive Blue Red and Yellow ribbons awarded to Monhe, Juda, Albany, Blanchardville, New Glarus, Brooklyn, Monticello, Belleville, and Monroe participants.
The National Geographic Society notes the dodo’s extinct home on Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. The island is a British territory where locals speak a French dialect.
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