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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1945
Page
6
Mostly cloudy through Sunday with showers and thunderstorms in the extreme southwest tonight and extreme west portion Sunday. Slightly warmer today. Almanac 1945 notes highs and lows, barometer readings, sunrise and sunset times, with Adeline Texas recorded 100 and Salt Lake City 40 as extremes.
The notice lists expiration dates and validity for ration stamps including red stamps for meat fats and various beverage and nonfood items. It specifies shelf life through late summer and into the next seasons for stamps A to Z and related coupons, with shoes and gasoline allowances noted.
Wilbert J. Dick and Jacob Kubly acquire a parcel in section 8 town 3 range 8 Mt. Pleasant. Mathia H. Zentner transfers a parcel in section 8 town 3 to Wilbert J. Dick. Aeberhard parcel in section 8 town 3 range 8 Mt. Pleasant. John Fahrney sells 306.4 acres in sections 25 and 31 towns 4 and 8 range 9 Brooklyn to Werner Fahrney. Alfred Aeberhard transfers to Wilbert J. in Mt. Pleasant township.
Delbert Ritschard paid $5 plus costs in justice court for operating a vehicle without a driver's license. Adolph Teuscher settled a $3 fine and costs for drunkenness. Arthur L. Kubly of Monroe faced a $10 fine and costs for careless driving, with Highway Officer George W. Armstrong filing the charge and Kubly paying Friday.
Walter Egli of Monroe Route 4 was arrested on reck less driving and creating an un necessary disturbance. He posted a $10 bond for appearance in justice court. Nathan Mauermann was arrested on speeding charges.
Ronald Edwin Rabe of Winslow Til and Lois Irene Wuthrich of Clarno obtained marriage licenses. The filing records list both individuals as applicants seeking to wed under local civil procedure.
Ferne Bouton was granted a divorce from Stanley Bouton in Janesville circuit court. The Brodhead couple received custody of three minor children, $80 monthly alimony, and attorneys' fees.
Obituary notes list the deaths of four women aged 75 to 89. Mrs. Richard Egan, 75, of 614 21st Avenue. Mrs. Randi Bertness, 89, of Orfordville. Mrs. Martha Stiff, of Madison. and Mrs. Tessa Walldren, 60, of Chicago.
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Norder 1514 14th avenue a son born June 8. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Albert Woodford a daughter born June 8. Mr. and Mrs. James Quinn 2703 18th street a son born June 8.
The U S circuit court of appeals upheld the Dec 28 seizure of Montgomery Ward properties in seven cities and sent the case to the Supreme Court for final decision. The army remains in control pending the high court ruling while Ward officials declare the fight a matter of liberty and legality.
The Wisconsin Senate voted 20 to 7 to levy a temporary 10 percent surtax on individual and corporate incomes. Proceeds would fund a veterans rehabilitation account, with an estimated $8 million in the 1946 47 biennium. The measure, supported by Senator Schlabach, moves to the assembly amid sharp exchanges with Senator Gettlem an.
Three men tied to the Twin Cities OPA district and a Minneapolis businessman were sentenced in federal court for conspiracy to defraud the government by creating a tire monopoly. C H Peters received two years and a $10,000 fine. Joseph Lechner 18 months and $2,000. Norman Phelps 18 months and $500. Wilcke J Hicks 9 months and $500. Lechner and Hicks are from Minneapolis.
A list of individuals associated with medical and surgical fields appears, including Arthur Keen Juda Ann Marty and Stephen Post Cherry Valley. Dismissals cover several women and their relatives, such as Mrs Hilton E Kir scher and Nancy Burgy, with other names like Alfred Baumgartner and Betty Lou Pinnow.
A series of brief social notices lists residents visiting, traveling, or staying with family. Names include Nathan Roth, Kath ry Friedrich, Doris Frenzel, Emma Vogel, Dorothy Schindler, and others, with movements between Milwaukee Rockford Madison Beloit Chicago Oak Park and Detroit. Also there is a regular St Omar Chapter OES meeting announced.
The Monroe board of public works met briefly at city hall and transacted routine business including payroll action.
The Green County Breeders Association met last night in the courthouse to discuss adding personnel to support its growing workload. Officials noted the increase in work necessitates new staff to carry on the association’s duties.
Miss Helen S. Place registered nurse and supervising nurse for Fansteel in North Chicago has returned to Waukegan after visiting her parents. She plans an indefinite move to Colorado, ending three years of service with Fansteel.
Mr and Mrs Fred Dittmer host August Barmaster and his son William in Philadelphia. Barmaster, brother of Mrs Dittmer, last visited Monroe 24 years ago. After visiting relatives in Monroe Argyle and Woodford they plan to depart for Rock Island Illinois before returning home.
Mrs. Randi Bertness aged 89 died at her Orfordville home at 1 45 a m after four months of illness. Born Randi Holden November 25 1856 in Hallengal Norway she came to the United States at age six. Surviving are two daughters Mrs Otto Bulling Chicago and Mrs Lulu Silver Albany three sons Theodore Footville Perry Alden and Ephraim at home two brothers Henry and Elmer Holden Orfordville two granddaughters Mrs Helen Stueri and Mrs Leo Thompson Janesville and one great grandson Stanton Stuer Janesville. Her husband Olef T Bertness died in 1932. She was a Gold Star mother of World War I and member of the Norwegian Lutheran church and Missionary Aid Society. Burial at Lutheran cemetery after funeral at 2 p m at Orfordville Lutheran Church led by Rev L S J Reque.
Washington Republicans claimed credit for a 17 million dollar cut in the Office of War Information in 1946 funds. The Senate often restored cuts, but the House accepted half of the Senate’s increases. No Republican opposed the cut. 20 Democrats and a Progressive joined 117 Republicans to support it, with Pacific operations unaffected.
Edward C. Elliott president of Purdue urged Congress to adopt a compulsory peacetime draft for five years. He warned that current events show peace will take years and stressed the need to prepare to protect national interests. He questioned gains beyond preparedness and cited potential benefits like discipline and respect for authority.
In a northwest city session officials urged to improve accessibility to main offices and consider moving fire and police facilities. Discussed moving repair shops and adding on south side of city hall, with interest in federal postwar funds to assist progress.
B 29 raids hit Akashi and Nagoya targets as Tokyo reports 1 790 000 displaced by fires in five cities. About 50 Iwo Jima fighters strike at midday in a follow up raid. Premier Suzuki vows to rebuild underground as Japan vows to fight to the bitter end. On Okinawa 15 000 Japanese hold despite U S drives and encirclement by Marine and Army units.
Mrs Martha Stiff longtime Chadwick hall cook dies at home Friday morning at 8:30. Funeral services set for 7:30 and 8:00 AM at Ryan funeral home and St James Church Madison with burial in Holy Cross cemetery. Survived by sisters Lena Baltzer Anna Cunningham Alvina Blaine and brothers Fred Dudlow Albert Dudlow.
Amerpohl Norman Amerpohl of Norman Oklahoma spent a few days with his parents Mr and Mrs D L Amerpohl in Brodhead before continuing to Madison from a southern field.
Sgt. Robert E. Blumer son of the late Dr. Edward Blumer Monticello twice wounded and returned to service in Germany is coming home after 37 months overseas and will visit his mother Mrs Wilma Blumer now a resident of Monroe.
Etter-Sgt. Dudley R. Etter has returned to his base for reassignment after spending a furlough with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Rolland R. Etter other relatives and friends.
Private Robert E Hayes from the office division has been hospitalized for three weeks on Leyte. His parents, Mr and Mrs Ernest Hayes, have learned of his condition.
Mr and Mrs Seth Bo man Juda report a card from Corporal Carl Herrli Jr stating arrival in Miami Beach Florida at the President Madison hotel near the ocean. He left June 1 after a 58 day furlough.
Pfe. George Hoeper of Brodhead has earned the Purple Heart after being wounded in both legs in France on March 15. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Hoeper, receive the decoration in a homeward presentation.
Lt Kenneth Hoesly of Sheppardfield Texas is visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Joshua Hoesly in New Glarus.
Hyland-Cp. Michael R. Hyland, stationed in northern Germany with a mechanized cavalry squadron, earns the good conduct medal. He notes they live and train as an army unit would in the States, in German homes with a PX and recreation hall, plus a movie and sports facilities. A baseball team formed by the group plays nearby posts. The town sits one mile from Hitler’s four lane super highway.
Cor corporal Robert J Hulburt, after five years overseas, is spending 30 days at the Brodhead home of his brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs George Wheeler. He enlisted in March 1940 for foreign service and served at Pearl Harbor Guadalcanal New Georgia and Luzon.
Corporal Edwin Krattiger comes home after 34 months overseas in the European theater. He saw battles in Tunisia Sicily Italy France and Germany before discharge under the point system. He visits parents Mr. and Mrs. Nick Krattiger in Juda.
Grover Krugjohann 2/c of the Great Lakes NL is spending a leave with relatives and friends in New Glarus, enjoying time away from duty.
Pvt Ernest Lehmann of Fort Bragg North Carolina is spending a 13 day furlough with his parents Mr and Mrs Ernest Lehmann in Juda.
Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell residents of Brodhead spent several days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E J Mitchell. Assistant Surgeon Mitchell of the USPHS and Mrs. Mitchell journeyed to Menominee to visit her parents Mr. and Mrs. Nick Jentran before heading back to Philadelphia.
Sergeant Merle Norman of Brodhead is now stationed at Truaxfield in Madison. He serves with duty there following reassignment.
Place Troop Sergeant Robert I Place son of Mr and Mrs H M Place has been promoted from technician fourth grade to technical sergeant He serves with the 513th quartermaster corps in Germany.
Sgt Alvin Schutt son of Mr and Mrs Frank Schutt on 30 day furlough from the U S S Comfort reports to San Pedro California after being damaged near Okinawa and will report for duty upon return to the states.
Stonebeck and his mother Mrs. Ella Stonebeck of Rockford host relatives and friends in Albany and Brod after his release from a German prison camp.
Frederick Swanton has been moved from Schick General Hospital in Clinton Iowa to Percy Jones General Hospital in Battle Creek Michigan for medical care and treatment.
Cadet Midshipman Tschudy of 818 20th avenue has finished 17 weeks at the U S merchant marine cadet school in San Mateo California. He will serve at sea aboard a merchant vessel for further training then return to Kings Point New York to finish training and be commissioned as an ensign in the merchant marine.
Louis F. Korinek Jr of Manitowoc Wisconsin a medical aid man with the 38th division was hit by a Japanese sniper during the Shimuku line battle east of Manila. He explained the wound to the doctor noting the steel helmet bullet path above his left ear and out above the right ear. He urged the sergeant to locate the sniper at once.
The article notes that Chant is connected to the marine reserve and identifies him as the son of Mrs. Marian M. Tschudy.
Pauley asserts U S aims to cripple Germany by deindustrialization to destroy future war potential while allowing limited industrial recovery in eight months for non fuel sectors. He notes reparations could leverage Germanys gold hoard, with some countries pursuing informal claims to parts of it.
A glider expert from the Royal Australian Air Force aids the dramatic rescue in the hidden valley of Shangri la. Paratroopers in swamp terrain near Hollandia work to extract three survivors from a transport crash that killed many others. Native tribes watch as medical technicians and eight paratroopers support the operation with Capt. Cecil Walters supervising. A C47 transport will haul the glider into the area for the extraction.
Mrs. J. H. Beightol hosted supper with Cor J H Beightol and Dennis Beightol. Inez Weaver visited Floyd Chambers. Fairfield aid society met Emma Bacon. Mrs. J H Emrick hosted W C F T U. Pauline Morris from Chicago stayed with her parents Roy and Lola Tilkemeier. Ben Morgan and Bennie Waud visited Burt Orton home. Alvin Camron drove to Rockford. Dan Roenneburg and family visited the F Roenneburg home. Wilbur Rote family dined with Minnie Raymer. Ralph Bridge called on Juda. John Chambers and Kay Chambers visited Monroe. Robert Mohns returned from Michigan. Jane Randall in Brodhead. Edith Shain Doris Lois Helen Diddens from Freeport dined with Oscar Walters.
In 1944 meat production climbed 53 percent above the 1935 to 1939 peacetime average. The increase reflects wartime needs influencing agricultural output and supply channels.
Grace Moyer daughter of G A Moyer and Robert James Share son of J J Share wed in a 5 p m ceremony at the San Angelo advanced bombardier school chapel. Rev Merefelder presided. Walter Kanejsza of New York was a guest. A reception followed at the Cactus hotel with classmates and family in attendance.
Dr. Woodruff Smith of Ladysmith is named medical adviser on the rehabilitation staff of the American Legion. William R. Kenney Marshfield department commander announced the appointment. Dr. Smith will assist the state rehabilitation committee and represent Wisconsin on a new national Legion medical advisory board.
Employees of the A and P food store held a picnic supper at Recreation Park in honor of Petty Officer 1/C Harold Whitehead on 30 day leave. Guests included Petty Officer and Mrs. Whitehead and several local families.
Mrs Robert Kohli celebrated her 87th birthday at her home on 811 17th Avenue on Friday. Friends visited to extend wishes and she received many cards gifts and flowers.
Mrs. Lara Smiley Egan, 75, of 614 21st Avenue, died at St. Clare hospital at 3 a.m. after a three week illness. Born December 26, 1895 in Plymouth Rock County, she married Richard Egan in Janesville. Survived by husband and two brothers George T. and Floyd L., with services to be arranged at Silverthorne funeral home in Fordville.
Funeral services were held today at 1 15 p m at Stuessy funeral home for 37 year old Robert Dale who died near his Browntown home. Rites followed at Browntown Methodist church at 2 p m. Nathan Thorp led the song service and burial was in Cadiz cemetery with pallbearers Roland J Cook Wesley Maxfield Rollie Wells Herbert Soddy Ward Merritt and Myron Niffenegger all of Browntown.
Edward Kennedy of the Associated Press notes that he would still send the Germany surrender story even though it was not reviewed by SHAEF censors, claiming AP would have known its content. The remark reflects press dilemma over wartime censorship and timely reporting.
The American Legion Auxiliary met at Turner Hall with 25 members. Reports covered the third district spring conference at Mineral Point May 15 and Poppy Day. A picnic meeting will include officer elections, nominating committee named, and Girl Scout troop 3 presented songs and readings for Flag Day.
The Monroe home economics club met last night at the Carl Miller home for food and clothing project demonstrations. Miss Marlys Richert spoke on foods and Mrs Roy Speich on clothing. The next meeting on June 29 will be at the Carl Bruss home with demonstrations. Reports came in from members who attended the Prairie du Chien camp.
The Decatur 4-H club met at John Michaelis home with perfect attendance. Lois Reasa and Marian Pinnow demonstrated Threading the needle and Shrinking material. Health nurse Miss Margaret Kuelling gave a talk and a luncheon followed. The next meeting is set for July 8 at Recreation Park picnic.
The Jordan Lutheran Ladies aid met Thursday afternoon at Mrs. Ivan Ellingson Browntown with co hosts Mrs Lester Elling son Mrs Clara Ellingson and Mrs Frank Larson. A short program was presented by Mrs Mabel Probst Mrs Gladys Leck Mrs Clarence Golackson and Miss Dorothy Golackson.
The Valley View club met with four members Dorothy McGrath Jean Nette Crane Shirley Blum and Kenneth Blum attending. garden leader Ernest Woeffler gave a gardening talk. The next meeting is scheduled for July 6.
The Girls Missionary Society of Grace Lutheran Church will meet at 4 p.m. Monday in the church parlors. Jane Trumpy will lead the program and Barbara Boyd will serve refreshments.
Mrs. Tessa Walldren age 60 of Chicago died last evening from a cerebral hemorrhage. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery Tuesday afternoon with Shriner- Neushwan der funeral home transporting the body from Monroe. Rev. E C McCallow of St Victor's will officiate. she is survived by two nieces and a nephew, with a long list of deceased relatives.
President Truman accepts the resignation of Ralph A. Bard of Chicago as undersecretary of the navy. Artemus L. Gates of New York, currently assistant secretary of the navy for air, will succeed him.
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