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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1947
Page
1
A nine member civilian commission says universal military training for up to 950000 youths annually is an urgent necessity to avert a future of insecure peace and potential atomic dominance by enemies, warning that without it the nation risks existential threats and costly defense builds.
Senator Hill of Alabama called the commission’s report on universal military training a powerful argument for quick unification. He said it is statesmanlike and should have immediate attention, but fears there may not be time to act this session.
A wartime era commission led by MIT president Karl T. Compton warned that a hollow U S military would invite aggression and shrink allied support. It urged universal training only if needed to ensure safety amid unsettled peace, noting broader physical mental and moral benefits as by products.
Reindel F. Chayka, a Milwaukee veteran missing in Africa in 1943 and later wounded, arrived in a government issued auto for his first Monroe visit. He was accompanied by Mr and Mrs Otto J Zajichek to see his aunt Mrs Mollie Tol Jedson, sister of Mrs Zajichek. He uses mechanical shoes and a cane, and Gordon Chayka, his brother, is police chief at Stoughton.
Lt. Col. David B. Parker of the Army’s secret weapons program urged Washington to move vital government units underground to survive a potential atomic attack. He described airbursts, underwater blasts in the Potomac and Anacostia, and a stealth attack, and favored underground installations despite high costs, warning the city could be rebuilt but needed protection.
The state CIO outlines a fund-raising plan to recruit farmers for labor candidates. President Herman Steffes proposes a voluntary or mandatory 50 cent assessment on 70,000 members to finance newspaper ads radio broadcasts and a speakers bureau. A CIO spokesman argues farmers face rising equipment prices due to labor demands and promises data driven messaging.
A Milwaukee man with Monroe property reports a large pile of manure stolen from his site and asks police to investigate, noting a quiet Sunday though they have a challenge locating the missing item.
The Zwingli Evangelical and Reformed church marks its 60th anniversary with a week of events led by consistory and trustees. Activities include a youth rally, a Fun and Fellowship night, a Friday music program, and a Sunday guest speaker Dr. David D. Baker. A Monday ministers meeting will include regional clergy, with a luncheon by the Ladies Aid.
Secretary of State Marshall ordered a suspension of the unused half of a 30 million dollar credit to Hungary after a pro communist regime backed by Russia took power. He expressed goodwill toward Italy under Prime Minister Alcide de Gasperi and noted other aid possibilities and a 100 million dollar Italian loan inquiry. The Hungary credit was to buy American surplus property and about 15 million remained unused. The move follows Hungary’s recent political changes and the ousting of non communist officials led by Premier Ferenc Nagy. A separate plan for a 7 million dollar cotton credit to Hungary was undecided.
Green County Rod and Gun club warns that abusing the fishing pond at Highway 11 west edge of Monroe will lead to restocking refusals. Parents often fish while children play. the club urges parents to teach casting and asks youths to report catches to Ray Beckman or the police.
Pfc. Ray W. Beckman, son of Mr and Mrs Ray L Beckman, attended a Maebashi round table on juvenile delinquency held May 15 with a Gamma Mil Govt representation. He spoke on prevention through family and school, noting the translation differed from his exact words.
Otto Lund of Viroqua will be principal next fall and speak at the commencement in the normal school auditorium at 8 30. Miss Erma Tornow and Miss Donna Leal Larson discuss teaching today with other program items and diplomas presented by Howard Teasdale. Graduates include Mary Jane Austin Donna Lea Larson Florence Jean Figi Marie L Neuenschwander Margaret L Severson Oscar Schumacher Delbert Soddy Evelyn Walter Roselyn Wells Lila Duerst. Rev Newell Mendenhall delivers baccalaureate remarks emphasizing shaping personality.
A Madison group from the state conservation department visited Zander's pond near Browntown to assess creating a large artificial lake. Attending were Dr. Ed Schneeberger head of the fisheries division H T J Kramer supervisor of public hunting grounds and Ed Corbin chief engineer. They met Senator Melvin Olson and Assemblyman R H Schoonover along with Green County Red and Gun club members. They also showed interest in Monroe's children fish pond at the west edge of Monroe and visited both Browntown and Monroe en route.
Congress may cut short its summer break if a coal strike develops and the labor disputes bill becomes law. Senator Ellender says Lewis could strike after June 30 without federal intervention unless the bill passes, triggering an injunction and possible congressional action.
Walter Huss, a buddy of Lt. Charles H. Krueger who died on a bombing raid in southern Manchuria on December 7, 1944, visits Krueger’s parents in Monroe route 3 with his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Huss of Fremont, Ohio. Huss was a crew member on the B 29 aircraft in which Krueger was killed, and they were guests of Mrs. Charles H. Krueger and her twin sons on Saturday in Kenosha.
Dalei Doering resigns from New Glarus where he taught three years to join Verona high school as it opens a new agriculture department. A Platteville State Teachers College graduate, he previously taught in Blencae Indiana Calloway Nebraska and Wauzeka. He starts July 1 on a year around basis.
National Memorial Day deaths reached 498 with 223 traffic fatalities. A Black Friom worst airline crashes 95 deaths and tornado deaths in Arkansas and Oklahoma added to the toll. Olaf Dover, 50, of Wiota township in Green County, died in a Saturday wreck near Postville. The accident site details, survivors, and funeral plans follow.
A deadly tornado outbreak left 39 dead and hundreds injured across Arkansas and Oklahoma with Pine Bluff and Leedey among the hardest hit. Coroners report 33 bodies recovered and 15 missing in Arkansas as the National Guard aided in anti looting and search efforts.
An explosion at the American Cyanamid and Chemical Corp. near Edinburg, Virginia killed two men and injured nine others. Detective John Moore of New Castle said one destroyed building was the jelly house where gelatin dynamite was manufactured.
Pope Pius XII urged world leaders in a radio address not to miss the chance to restore normal relations after World War II. He warned that security rests on moral health, internal order, and good neighborly relations, and cautioned against repeating hate and violence.
The 1947 Memorial Day weekend in Wisconsin saw seven deaths in state accidents. Nine died on highways, four were killed by trains, and three perished when a canoe capsized during a rescue attempt. Three Sefkar children Dorothy eight Albert ten Virginia twelve died when their car was struck by a train near Madison. parents survived.
The Monroe post office seeks applicants for a fireman laborer position. Starting pay is 1800 dollars a year, rising 100 dollars annually to 2400. Open to World War I and IT veterans only. Applications available at the local post office and due in Chicago not later than June 5. 40 hour week with 15 days vacation and 10 days sick leave.
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