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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1949
Page
2
An Associated Press notice asserts exclusive rights to publish all local news from the paper and to reuse AP dispatches. The statement outlines republication permissions granted to the AP service and its affiliates.
The administration accepts a compromise labor act to end congressional stalemate over Taft Hartley and social reform. A calmer approach within the party is seen as necessary after years of division over repeal demands and the Wagner bill, which could have worsened political chaos.
California financier A. P. Giannini died on the coast. A synthetic banker, he started as a bank director and built the Bank of Italy, later Bank of America, a vast network aiding the small businessman. New York may be financial center, but he made California central to his success. He claimed never to be a millionaire.
Valor and caution mark the U.S. choice as the western Pacific fleet leaves the North China port of Tsingtao after Chinese red troops occupy the city without firing a shot. Officials hope avoiding a naval incident will ease volatile U.S. China relations despite uncertainty over final settlement.
County agricultural agent Ron E Jeglum warns spittle bugs are attacking alfalfa causing withering dwarfing and seed head blasting. Urges early mowing of infested fields and burning dead grass during dormancy plus rotating grass and clover with other crops to control spread. Spittle bugs hide in frothy protective foam during immature stages and are light green about a quarter inch long resembling leafhoppers.
The report states the British empire is the largest cacao producer, with Brazil ranking second. The assertion positions Britain at the top of the global cacao output, followed by Brazil in a distant second place.
Green County Historical society holds a pilgrimage recalling Decatur's founding a century ago and abandonment during Civil War times. The item lists related local events including marriage announcements, licenses sought, school addresses, and notable obituaries from 25 to 50 years ago with regional ties to Monroe Monticello Lanark and Ripon.
A reflective piece argues against blase attitudes toward youth pastimes and celebrates aging wisdom. It contrasts young enthusiasm with older skill and loyalty, recalling Joe Finn and his father to honor working-class roots and the value of effort in education.
The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis reports a rising share of poliomyelitis cases among adults during the last epidemic. A survey from 22 states including Wisconsin and Michigan shows 17.8 percent of 15 151 cases were over 20, with 27 894 U S cases total.
D H Prichard director of the state division of beverage and cigarette taxes pledged strict enforcement of Wisconsin gambling laws this summer. He said four more investigators will be added despite rumors of a enforcement layoff and criticized local licensing authorities for not eradicating chronic violators.
Douglas Waelti the four year old grandson of the Christ Waeltis has had an operation at Rockford Memorial hospital for a condition stemming from polio contracted in infancy. The Times Special notes the family context and hospital care.
In North Hollywood Mickey Rooney and his third wife Martha Vickers wed at Christ Memorial Unity Church. The couple faced last minute complications and Rooney, slated to start a film next week, will skip a honeymoon. Vickers wore spike heels and arrived 25 minutes late.
A membership coupon listing fields for a person including name street or route postoffice date of birth and age last birthday. The form appears to be an enrollment or record document from a civic or organizational filing.
The Edison Electric Institute released an up to date survey claiming ample power reserves in most regions, countering government claims of a shortage. Walker L. Cisler of Detroit Edison presented at the institute’s 17th annual convention, noting record generating equipment installations and a projected reserve margin of 15 percent by peacetime and defense needs in 1951. Washington and Oregon may lack sufficient capacity this year and into 1951, while the north central area shows rising reserves reaching 17.5 percent in 1951.
Mrs. Glen E Bolender hosts Memorial Day visits with H C Schramm and M H Kramer families while Curt Cole plans summer at Badger fishing camp Brule Lake in Grand Marais Minnesota. Others motor to Madison Milwaukee and Okee Wisconsin for weekend visits and fishing with relatives and friends.
Sandy visits Elfinlandia where elves mold boots from fresh rubber cement and cut clothes from sheets. They craft breeches a blouse a hat and glossy boots. Sandy admires his new attire and is sent home to tell the grownups about the magical place.
President Truman completed the three man labor relations panel to settle disputes at atomic energy plants. The board, chaired by William H. Davis, includes Dr Edwin E. Witte and Aaron Horvitz. An Oak Ridge strike had already been authorized.
Chattanooga police were asked to trace a 12 gauge shotgun like the one used in the attack on CIO United Auto Workers official Victor Reuther. A former Ford employee admitted buying a similar weapon in Detroit, but said he pawned it in Chattanooga for 22 dollars and later asked another to redeem it, which was not done.
New members are listed for a route change with Patricia Lynette Walters named. The record gives a residence at 1909 13th Avenue and marks August 2, 1948 as a key date involved in the update.
Radio stations win years long fight to express opinions on public issues on air. The FCC had restrained broadcasters since 1941 but now grants editorial freedom to discuss public matters. Decision marks a shift in how stations present commentary and viewpoints.
An unidentified man telephoned the Washington Post to threaten burning the home of John L. Lewis, head of the United Mine Workers. Police found newspapers stuffed under a rug ignited but extinguished, with little damage reported.
A jumble of visits and greetings outlines social calls in New Glarus and surrounding towns. Families including Millard Tweeds elt Emil Luchsing ae Beam Gerald tk Wernen and Jacob Hefty are mentioned with relatives in Brodhead Monroe and Madison during a recent weekend.
Chester Bust reports Rudy M. Kundert marking his 88th birthday in New Glerue. Kundert, son of Jacob, is noted as a longtime Swiss immigrant with ties to the community and retirement after years of service.
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