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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1952
Page
2
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Senator Taft implicitly pressures Eisenhower and other Republicans to align on a foreign policy that can win broad American support at the convention. He targets isolationism charges, warns against splitting the GOP, and cites John Foster Dulles's draft plank as acceptable guidance for a united fall campaign.
Unclear reasons behind the State Department restricting Owen Lattimore’s passport privileges spark debate in Washington. Officials cite possible overseas travel plans linked to anti Iron Curtain countries, while Lattimore denies intent and questions the fuss. Observers warn his past loyalties may draw scrutiny from foreign hosts.
Force Magazine reports a plan to launch small atomic bombs from the air as a revolutionary defense concept. Unofficially informed circles say the tactic could reduce attacking enemy aircraft by about 95 percent under any conditions, signaling a new era in American air defense strategy.
Louis Braille was interred among France's honored dead in the Panthéon yesterday, a century after his death, recognizing his contribution that allows the blind to read.
Ten years ago St John’s Church overflowed as tribute was paid to Rev Paul C Kehle who celebrated the 25th anniversary of his ordination with aid from Rev S D Press and Rev M Klein in Iowa. Also notes a missing aviator from Midway and family updates amid a long history of local notices.
Absenteeism looms over House plans this week as lawmakers prepare to vote on price control legislation. Leaders hope to keep more Democrats present for a decisive decision on ending or extending controls beyond June 30. A Friday tally showed 214 of 432 members present as an amendment to end controls on consumer allocations was adopted. The administration warned against weakening price controls, arguing lifting would fuel surging prices. The House also moved to strip the Stabilization Board of wage dispute powers and its equal representation rule, amid broader holding discussions.
A Hong Kong newspaper reports three of four deaths today are suicides in the British colony, linked to unemployment and hardship. The piece notes the rising toll amid economic difficulties and a tense social climate.
Mt Pleasant 4H members toured homes to view projects for the picnic dinner at New Glarus Roadside State Park. Dawn Imer presided. garden project exhibits were described. The club will host an ice cream social at Monticello village hall Saturday evening, with many members and leaders in attendance.
Chicago prepares for both parties conventions with hotel, rail, air, and restaurant plans. City officials map routes to the Amphitheatre in the stockyards district and deploy 1,100 traffic policemen. An air cooling system and emergency walkie talkie service will aid delegates during long sessions.
Miss Joyce Pease, daughter of Dr and Mrs L E Pease, graduated Friday from the University of Wisconsin with a music major. Her parents from Naperville Illinois and her sister Mrs Joseph Viney of Monroe attended. The Troemers spent the weekend at the Pease home. Adult salmon die a few days after they lay their eggs.
Korean National Assembly supporters of Syngman Rhee voted to keep him in office until a new President is elected. Anti Rhee forces boycotted the session as martial law shadow loomed. The recorded vote was 60 to 0 with 37 present not voting. The Assembly planned to elect a new President that day.
William T. Evjue told fifty labor press editors that organized labor shows growing economic and political conservatism. He cited examples and urged editors to stop the trend, during a panel with Loftus and Lewis while Milne presided. Daniel Tracy of the IBEW was named as aiding public utilities to mask public power.
PLATTEVILLE special Curtis Fritz a 24 year old Platteville man was crushed to death by falling rock while operating an air hammer in a gravel quarry near Cassville. His father Leo Fritz and brother Douglas witnessed the accident. The coroner ruled the death accidental and no inquest will be held. He leaves a wife, his parents, and a brother.
Dr F W Baker unveils a mobile two way radio system for farm use. Wisconsin entomologist E L Chambers warns of annual losses over 100 million dollars from pests and plant diseases. New corn hybrids at the University of Wisconsin await canner tests in 1953. Farm improvements include barn extensions at Karlen and Elmer farms near Monticello. University weed specialists urge farmers to mail weed samples for identification ahead of Field Day activities.
At a July 10 farm gathering near Madison, a booth will identify weeds and suggest control measures. The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee notes boosting yields and soil capacity as top goals, urging more fertilizer along with good soil practices. About 50 neighbors joined a barn raising in Adams township after a Feb. 1 fire on the Victor Tollakson farm, with 50 cattle lost and a cafeteria served by Pud die dock Mothers' club. Wisconsin horticulturists report 16 to 23 tons per acre tomato yields on sandy soil with heavy irrigation and fertilizer. A barn on Mrs. Eugene Updike’s farm east of Monticello in Mt. Pleasant township is being overhauled with an 1ixie addition.
Crosby and Hope co host a star studded telethon to fund U S Olympic travel to Helsinki. A million dollars in contributions and pledges poured in during the 14 hour show with many movie stage and sports figures appearing.
The Monroe airfield fly-in breakfast drew 150 people as about 35 airplanes landed from Peoria Davenport Milwaukee and Chicago area. Earl Connor from Peoria traveled the farthest. Clarence Falk and family were first to arrive and Dale Beall of Apple River was the oldest pilot. The oldest aircraft, a 1935 Luscomb flown by Don Copperwall, sparked interest alongside a relay race won by John Grossen and Howard Isely with Henry Elmer and Willian Senatsch second. Radio controlled models by Beloit Janesville hobbyists were shown with Peter Amos of Monroe presenting his non radio controlled model.
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