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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1962
Page
2
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The editorial argues for moving away from compulsory farm controls toward voluntary measures and free markets. It notes Kennedy’s push for mandatory wheat and feed grain limits failed in the House with bipartisan opposition and urges government to reduce intervention, trusting capable farmers to adapt.
Former president Eisenhower vented at Washington last Friday night, blasting the 51.6 billion defense budget as needed overhauls in defense spending. He warned many areas hold potential savings though he did not name them, saying military planners cling to outmoded concepts and his remarks could push Congress to reconsider federal spending.
Ten year retrospective highlights accompany memorials and community events. Notable items include the free movie promotion of the Wednesday Family Shop Days, the death of 85 year old Mathias Haldiman in Blanchardville, and 66 year old Texas editor Gene Howe found shot near Amarillo. Ben J Holsapple resigns after 39 years with the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department. Jill Zum Brunnen, seven, undergoes heart surgery at Children’s Memorial in Chicago. The column also notes anniversaries and civic activities from prior decades, including commemorative boxes laid in 1937 and ongoing Turnfest preparations.
A three judge federal court in Nashville warns the Tennessee Legislature to pass a constitutional reapportionment plan or the court will intervene. It says the two bills from the special session fail strict standards though usable in November, and urges a compliant plan before the next regular session. The court notes possible federal relief if no agreement is reached.
Frank Gentz 73 of Dodgeville died after retiring to Dodgeville in 1955 born Verona. Surviving are his wife Helen a son Raymond a daughter Mrs Maurice Jorgenson Melrose Park Ill a brother Freeman Verona a sister Mrs Adolph Winkleman Verona six grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Services at 2 p.m. Wednesday Gesme Funeral Home Mt Horeb with viewing after 3 p.m. tomorrow.
Lewis Schwartz 92 died after a long illness in Darlington Hospital. He leaves eight sons eight daughters and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services will be at 9 a.m. tomorrow at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with calling at Steil Funeral Home.
Mae Fink 72 of Darlington died yesterday in a hospital after a brief illness. Services set for 9 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Friends may call Steil funeral home after 2 p.m. tomorrow. She was born Mae Kronin in Cincinnati and had lived in Darlington since her marriage to Charles Fink, who died years ago. No immediate survivors.
Indian Prime Minister Nehru Saturday voiced belief that nuclear weapons testing likely will stop for a long time after the United States and the Soviet Union complete their current series of tests. He spoke during a trip to New Delhi noting the international impact of the tests.
Kenosha resident Rev. Andrew Johnson was chosen as moderator and vice president of the Evangelical Free Church of America during its 78th annual conference held Saturday in Winona Lake Indiana.
The New Glarus Eagles Aerie No. 2604 placed second in state competition at Manitowoc convention Saturday. Members listed include Alvin Fiez Reginald Duerst Henry Ott Jacob Wettach and Clifford Albertson. The Madison Aerie team won first place.
A local notice in The Morroe Evening Times invites readers to rent a room via the newspaper's classified ads. Potential landlords list available space and contact details for inquiries and arrangements.
Reinhold (Dick) Duchow 59 a former Sylvester Township resident died at his Milwaukee home from a heart attack He worked 35 years for the Milwaukee City Water Works after moving from Monroe He is survived by two daughters Delores and Lorraine two sons Reinhold Jr and Donald a brother William and two sisters Mrs Mary Bullock and Mrs Pisie Frase His wife Rose died two years ago Services will be in Milwaukee.
Indianapolis painter George Jo Mess, 63, died Sunday. His work earned national and international honors and is held in permanent collections in Cleveland, Chicago, Paris, and Stockholm. New York actress Lucile Watson, 83, died Sunday of a stroke. her career spanned stage work since 1900 to film and television, with a first major triumph in The Girl with the Green Eyes in 1902.
A reader asks how disabled one must be to receive Social Security disability payments. The answer: a medical condition showing in exams that makes you unable to engage in any substantial gainful work, lasting six months or more and likely permanent. If you can still work in any substantial way, you probably do not qualify. For a spouse under 50 disabled four years after a workplace accident, apply now. the 1961 amendment set a June 30, 1962 deadline for long standing disabilities.
Bangkok based Gen Chitti Navisthira, chief of staff of Thailand's army, has been awarded the United States President's Legion of Merit at the commander degree, announced by the U S embassy. The prize recognizes his service and cooperation with U S forces.
About 75 Legion and auxiliary members attended a joint installation of post unit and Green County Legion Council officers at Wilhelm Tell hall in New Glarus last night. Harold Schultz of Monticello was installed as county commander. other officers include Donald Jordi adjutant For rest Riese vice commander and Sam Pickett sergeant at arms. Mrs Creo Foster was installed as auxiliary president. Installing officers were Norman Muth and Milt Fulda for the Legion and Mrs Steindorf and Mrs MacFarland for the auxiliary. Guests included Assemblyman CM Stauffer of Monticello and Gordon Roseleip.
Former state Legion commander from Darlington attended a community luncheon served as a buffet by the New Glarus Legion auxiliary, reflecting local veterans’ group activity and fellowship.
The federal government accuses Revion Inc of rigging prices at wholesale and retail levels in a civil anti trust case filed in New York. It alleges illegal territory and customer allocations in violation of the Sherman Act. Revion accounts for about 25 percent of cosmetic sales in drug and department stores nationally.
The Bahamas comprise nearly 700 islands, but only 22 are inhabited. This brief notes the archipelago’s scale and settlement pattern.
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