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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1945
Page
2
Editorial observes a common irritation as people string multiple paper clips together. The writer laments the nuisance of clutter and precession, noting how a simple act of organizing papers becomes a small daily torment. The piece ends with a tongue in cheek plea for restraint.
The speaker mocks sensational talk about Turkish resentment and secret postwar arrangements. Comments touch on Lenin’s share of Germany, lend-leasing aid to Allies, and partition plans for Persia’s oil, ultimately downplaying these issues as minor or unprintable. Churchill’s word is trusted on remaining sensitive matters.
Former 1936 Republican nominee Gov. Alf Landon urged Americans to back President Truman as he faces crucial negotiations with Stalin and Churchill. He warned that fine words cannot restrain explosive world forces and said leadership hinges on vigor and soundness in world peace and the Russia issue.
Elinor Carlisle faces a murder trial tied to the alleged poisoning of Mary Gerrard amid doubts over Aunt Laura Welman’s will. The narrative shifts to the Welman estate where a mysterious letter warns of threats to Elinor and Roddy Weiman’s engagement as Mary Gerrard reappears. Voices of Nurse Hopkins and Mrs Bishop shade suspicions about loyalties and social maneuvering in the village.
The marriage was solemnized May 30 in Eau Claire. The couple, Franklin Summeris and Clara Gibbs, are the focus of the brief notice.
Six children ages 10 to 13 were in a cave near a Helper trailer camp when fumes from sprayed fire extinguisher solution overwhelmed them. One boy, 12 year old John Herbert Emms, died on scene. five others were found unconscious and treated. Dixie Shuler discovered the group upon returning from an errand.
Union Presbyterian Church services and activities listed. Sunday school at 9 30 a m with C A Buck as superintendent and worship at 10 45 with Pastor Leroy Loats delivering the sermon. Ladies missions meeting June 12 with Miss Emma Buehler and ladies aid June 14 followed by 3 30 devotions. Luncheon begins at 5 and co chairs are Mrs Otto Kiel and Mrs J C Calder.
Sunday services are held in the church edifice at 10 45 with the subject God the Only Cause and Creator. Wednesday evening services occur at 745 p m. Sunday school for pupils up to 20 years old meets each Sunday at 945 a m.
Jack Andrews, pastor, invites all to Sunday school at 1 30 and a 2 30 afternoon service at the Assembly of God, 1208 12th street. Evening Young People's evangelistic service at 8 with the pastor speaking on How May I Become a Christian. Wednesday prayer and praise at 8. Everyone welcome.
Rev. Elder A. Toepel pastors Mt Olive Lutheran at 2019 10th Street offering Divine Service at 9 30. Church of the Lutheran Hour program airs. all are welcome.
Sunday morning service at 10 with Bible text John 15 14 23. Sunday school at 11. No Sunday evening service. Regular midweek service at 8 p m Wednesday officiated by Rev R H Scharnweber.
Immanuel Evangelical minister Alvin C. Rabehl announces a children’s day program at 10 30. Sunday school and morning worship merge into one service at 10 30 with a missions offering. Youth fellowship follows at 7 30 and Sunday evening worship also at 7 30.
Dr Charles A Briggs minister Monroe. 9 30 am Sunday church school classes for all ages. 11 am worship and Methodist Students Day drama Come Unto Me. Sacrament of Baptism for babes children. Thursday 7 pm Methodist Youth Fellowship. Friday Circle meetings of Women Society of Christian Service Browntown 9 am combined church school and worship theme Come Unto Me observing Methodist students day Sacrament of baptism for infants and children.
The Universalist church outlines morning events with Edith Churchill as superintendent at 9 30 a m and a 10 45 a m service. Reverend Shelley returns from Boston to preach at the pulpit.
Grace Lutheran outlines Sunday schedule with Sunday school at 9 30 a m church service at 10 45 observance of Children's Day Luther League at 6 30 p m and choir rehearsal at 7 30 p m Pastor Newell Mendenhall notes steady church attendance and asks to maintain it through summer.
Sunday school at 9 45 worship at 10 45 for Children day with pupils from the daily vacation church school assisting in the service pastor sermon theme Jesus as the Way for Boys and Girls Christian Endeavor at 7 45 quarterly conference Monday at 8 pm in the church Rev G H Mc Ahren conference superintendent presiding Ladies aid at 2 pm Wednesday
Rev A R Achtemeier minister. Church school at 9 30 a m for Children's day. Morning worship at 10 40 a m with senior choir. Sermon The Bible and Our Present Day World. Consistory meeting Friday 8 p m. Senior choir rehearsal Friday. No junior or children's choir rehearsal Saturday.
Grace Evangelical in Monticello presents Sunday school at 9 30 a m and worship at 10 45 a m led by Rev W J Abie theme The Soul s Anchor reflects a church service notice for readers.
Postville invites families to Sunday school with Herman Feenie as superintendent. Session starts at 9 30 a m with classes for all ages and welcoming instruction for new attendees.
In observance of Children s day the rents are invited to attend classes with their children and to join with them in the service of worship at 10 45 a m At 8 p m the choirs will be heard in a service of music to which all are invited Paul C Kehle pastor Gratiot Church school 9 a m St John s Evangelical and Reformed Sunday school 9 30 a m Church service June 17 9 30 a m
Browntown Evangelical and Reformed Parish led by Pastor J. L. Haack holds 9 a.m. English service at Ebenezer in Jordan township with the sermon Our Response to the World's Need. Browntown Church of Peace hosts Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. A combined Youth and Children’s Day service at 10:30 a.m. includes active youth league participation and a children’s day message. The feature presents the Youth Fellowship project And to Chinese Students, welcoming 16 scholars studying in denom colleges, with a special offering for their support.
Sunday evening service in English at 8 o'clock at St. Peter's Lutheran Brodhead. Rev. Eldor A. Toepel is pastor and welcomes all.
In Jonesboro Arkansas a Burnt Hill war bond auction attracted only one participant but reached its $2,250 quota with Asbury Fletcher serving as the district Seventh War Loan chairman as the sole purchaser. In Salt Lake City Hugh L. Thomas faced a caller asking about ceiling prices for moving a body, noting the request fell outside OPA regulations.
Ground Los Angeles wife Mrs Aubun Harwood wins a divorce after testifying her husband Donald kissed his dog nightly, allowed the pet to sleep in their bed, kept a bedroom window open for the cat to roam, and claimed the cat brought in gophers she had to kill.
South Wayne church led by W C Snow pastor announces public worship at 8 p m on June 10, school session moves from 11 to 8 p m, vacation church school June 11 to 15 daily 9 a m to 4 p m for all school age children. Woodford service at 9 30 a m and church school at 10 30 a m W S C S gathering June 14 at Mrs Roy’s home.
Fred Dassett, a 60 year veteran butcher in Minneapolis, faces a collapsing meat supply to just 20 percent of normal. He continues serving customers with a grin, noting many new friends despite the hardship.
In Lewiston Idaho a bold parrot perched on a window sill drew the attention of three young women who turned at a confident call of hello from an unseen speaker. The incident echoes a playful, city street vignette from the era.
George Hart reports a missing diamond while feeding chickens and losing 250 birds. James L. White assisted, slaughtering and dressing the flock before locating the gem in the barnyard stock.
The body of four year old Robert R. Rathke son of Mr and Mrs Robert J Rathke was recovered from the Chippewa river by firemen yesterday after he fell in at the rear of his home on Tuesday.
The article argues Russia aims to help form a security system while the Big Five retain veto power, notes Stalin’s conciliatory signals, and highlights Russia’s unilateral moves to secure its own safety alongside improving U S relations and soldier-to-soldier goodwill. It suggests cautious hope amid past tensions and mixed motives.
A rough count places 70 000 dentists in the United States with about 22 000 serving in the armed forces. The figure suggests a substantial military dental corps component within the profession.
An anonymous congressman says the army will maintain full European food shipments through midsummer despite the halt of third quarter foreign relief and lend lease. The aim is to feed troop transports and remaining soldiers in Europe while shifting fighting men back to the United States and the Pacific.
From Calcutta, India, nearly 500 members and guests attended the Wisconsin club dance on May 29 marking Wisconsin’s 97th birthday. The event at an army recreation center featured an orchestra and refreshments as Badger soldiers renewed old ties abroad. The club, with 1029 members, seeks a state charter as a non political veteran organization and opens membership to service personnel in India Burma and China theaters and civilians serving overseas. Members include Pvt Ray Luddy Albany and Maj E A Englebert Hollandale among listed soldiers.
Listings show 62 acre farm near Monroe at 70 per acre 95 acre parcel near Monticello with all personal property 12000. 708 acre Monroe county farm with buildings described 221 acre Monroe dairy ready property at 95 per acre. Beck county 200 acres with good buildings 100 per acre. 167 acre Monroe area with multiple barns sheds and hog house priced at 17000. Sold two farms recently and two transfers noted. 2 percent terms offered. buyers invited.
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