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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1956
Page
2
The Monroe Evening Times lists subscription rates from AP dispatches. In Wisconsin and Stephenson County IL the rate is 9 dollars per year, outside Wisconsin and Stephenson County 12 dollars, with all subscriptions due in advance to meet postal regulations. Office hours are 8 30 a m to 5 00 p m and the telephone number is 3.
The piece analyzes Molotov's departure as foreign minister and Dmitri Shepilov's rise, arguing the switch signals a tougher line toward the West. It notes Shepilov's anti US stance and predicts radical, possibly oblique international moves that could confuse prospects for peace and freedom.
Two influential Americans Jesse Jones Texas financier and RFC architect who served under Hoover and Roosevelt and Jean Hersholt beloved actor and philanthropist who shaped film industry morale are remembered for high integrity and charitable work. Their legacies endure in government policy and humanitarian film legacy.
Racine Police Chief Joseph Konicek Jr will retire August 1 after 27 years on the force and serving as chief since 1952. He plans to join an investigative agency as a new position.
A midnight blaze destroyed the roof and badly damaged the interior of Miss Anna Blum's residence. The report notes extensive fire damage and investigation underway.
At 87 Frank Lloyd Wright shows vigor and drive with plans for Guggenheim New York theater Dallas and many homes. He praises a newly installed wall shelf and notes his blood pressure feels like a 40 year old. Wright recalls his rebel status and outlines Taliesin fellowship and deep ties to Japan. He remains active, creative, and engaged with ongoing projects.
The Green County Holstein Breeders Association will host a meeting at Oliver Miller farm four miles east of Juta on Thursday June 14. A purebred Holstein calf one to two weeks old will be the prize for the junior judging contest. Miller and Chester Norton oversee the calf purchase. Breeders with calves for sale may contact them. A program leads to refreshments.
Fourteen Green County 4 H members were chosen to attend the 36th annual State 4 H Club Week at the University of Wisconsin Madison June 17 to 21. The list includes Nancy Burgy Beverly Dunaway Marjorie Gutzmer Barbara Hartwig Barbara Kubly Marybeth Riese Karen Schlicter Harry Bowen Marvin Creuzer Chester Dillon William Hefty Clarence Hoesly Arthur Krattiger and James Oliver. Mrs Clarence Schultz will attend on an adult leadership scholarship with three state 4 H office selections also attending full time Judith Babler Patricia Paulson and David Hermannson. Marjorie Deppeler will take part in the state speaking contest and Green County 4 Hers receiving the 1955 Key Award are Marjory Deppeler and Roger Stauffacher. Arthur Krattiger will drive the state tractor demonstration contest and a dairy team of Hefty Oliver and Stauffacher will judge Wednesday along with Donald Witt Nancy Burgy and Duane Bollig. Mrs Margaret Stracka will supervise the county delegation.
Dr. Irvine H. Page of the Cleveland Clinic urged Americans to drink less milk and cut fat in the diet to about 20 25 percent of total calories at a Wisconsin Heart Association meeting. He anticipated unpopularity for the stance in the state.
A Rural Youth meeting is set for Thursday at North Side Park in Brodhead. Rev. Wilbur J. Leatherman will lead a vesper service in the church basement if it rains, with James Mershberger and Rita Snyder coordinating activities. Cars depart Monroe at 7 30 p m from the west side of the courthouse.
Miss Fern iH Holloway daughter of Mr and Mrs Floyd Holloway Winslow married Norris Reedy son of Mr and Mrs Roy Reedy Freeport in Tinlow Methodist church. Rev John W Bruce officiated. The couple will live at 504 South Carroll Freeport.
Mrs. Fred Popanz was elected president of the Brodhead high school alumni at a Saturday banquet with 200 attendees. Officers include Mrs. Donald Conway as vice president, secretaries Mrs. Merritt Milks and Mrs. Russell Rosheisen, and treasurer Forrest Zimmerman.
In 1895 references, Alice Smith Kirkpatrick born 1809, and seniors Dwight Fisher class of 1925 Bonita Olson Rand class of 1914 Lawrence Morgan class of 1954 are mentioned. Donna Weidman led an accor tion selection and Mrs. Marvin Stabler delivered a farewell talk to the seniors.
Mrs John P Heitz aged her 6th birthday honored at a dinner hosted by daughter Mrs Dorothy Miller in Madison The former Dora Geigel married Oct 20 1898 in Monroe later living in Sylvester Township They have three sons nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren surviving with Ralph and Helen deceased Mrs Heitz enjoys gardening and remains in good health
About 100 people attended a piano recital by Mary Alice Rieder’s pupils at Immanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Rieder received a corsage, two rose plants sat on the piano, and Barbara Schuetze and Kay Chambers served as ushers. Kathleen Steiner sang two numbers, and the program included Blow the Man Down, Dancing Bear, Sagebrush Serenade, Mexican Rhapsody, Minuet in G, and Dancing in a Dream.
Miss Baker will present a book review tonight at a Knights of Columbus Auxiliary meeting in Parish Hall. Officers will be elected. Committee members include Mrs. T. W. Reilly, chairman, Frank Menehan and Leland L. co chairmen, and Messrs. William Bernard Lee, Robert H. Rieder, William Hogan, Harlan Wendli, and Miss Eileen McCollough.
Mrs Annie Berxerey presented her advanced piano pupils in a spring recital last night marking the final event in a series. Solo and ensemble pieces by Schumann Chopin Piec Handel Boccherini Moszkowski and Tschaikowsky were performed.
Monroe County District records show the Monroe high school Class of 1936 celebrating its 20 year reunion at the Monroe Country Club. Eleanor Wallace Leiby of Boise Idaho received a corsage as did Juda Kaderye for largest family. Attendees traveled from Duluth Minnesota Michigan Illinois.
A 1956 Dance Variety recital titled Dance Varieties of 1956 was held yesterday afternoon in Turner hall auditorium. Pupils of Jean's Dance school performed with Mrs. Roger Wuthrich directing and receiving a corsage from Mrs. Wuthrich. Holly Wuthrich and Cathy Gempler were unable to perform due to measles. Miss Marjorie Niffenegger served as sub accompanist. Numbers included Chair tap, Baby Couquettes, Soft Shoe Swing, Shina Town rappers, Caprice, Twinkle Toes, Pink N Pretty, Dancing Darlings, Thumb Time taps, Variations, and other selections.
Mr. Marty Davis and Mrs. Ef fie Wenger were elected president and secretary treasurer of the First Methodist church choir at a picnic on the C. L. Blodgett farm near Brown town. Retiring officers are Mrs. C. G. Hennager and Mrs. Richard Kundert. Choir directors for 1957 remain Herbert M. Ainsworth Edwin W. Schuetzer and Mrs. Robert V. Chinnock. About 60 choir members and families attended.
Mr and Mrs Glen Siedschlag Route 3 were honored with a party Friday night at their home to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary. The group presented a gift and a basket lunch was served. The report notes a 500 prize going to John Ike and Mrs Siedschlag in connection with the event.
Attendees included Alfred Baumgartner Mrs. Martin Dickson and their families with Miss Anita Hawthorne and Robert Busch among guests. Present were Mr and Mrs Dickson and family Mr and Mrs Baumgartner and family Junior Hanson and family Mr and Mrs Matzke and family from Monroe plus LeRoy Walters and Leo Gerber from Browntown.
High school graduates and teachers gathered Saturday night at Windy Acres ranch for Miss Mary Wilson's party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Paul H. Wilson. About 60 guests enjoyed barn dancing with Melody Teasers of Arlington Heights and Carol Jenson of Monroe on accordion. Music by Wilsons' friends from Rockford plus Grace Anderson assistance. Refreshments served in the ranch dining room.
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