29 Jun 1945
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1945
Page
1
A Japanese industry transfer to Manchuria was proposed to avoid air strikes. Tokyo announced a division of Alpine troops would be stationed on Agattu Island as part of a broader strategic posture.
A 12 hour 32 minute Senate session focused on possible closure to limit debate on funding the FEPC. Supporters and opponents argued over race discrimination controls, with Chavez pushing a $446 200 FEPC appropriation within a larger $770 million war agencies bill. If no action by midnight tomorrow the FEPC would lack operating funds, though practical effects may vary.
President Truman said a strong base in the liberated Philippines will aid the final blow against Japan. In a message to General Douglas MacArthur, he praised the Luzon victory as the complete defeat of the enemy and the fulfillment of promises to the loyal Filipino people.
Reported aim to secure a protracted war places Japan as core force with Manchuria to shoulder growing burden. Tokyo described raids on Japanese munitions hubs, shift of continental industry to weapon production, and forecasts a decisive battle as air power seeks to cripple Japan’s northern defense.
Senate quotes Senator Eastland accusing the FEPC of failing in wartime policy. He asserts that high ranking generals view the Negro soldier as an utter and abysmal failure, reflecting Southern opposition to civil rights measures during World War II. The remarks were reported from Washington.
Howard Sharp of Remington and Miss Helen Hurd of Edgerton have been hired to teach physical education and world history in Monroe schools next year. Amstutz returns as science instructor. Miss Hurd replaces World History teacher Mrs Kessilke while Mrs Theiler resigns as assistant in the junior school.
Cpl. Thurman E. Laws, 25, former North Carolina farmer, was found guilty of murder by a general court martial at Kingman army airfield and ordered executed by firing squad for the stabbing deaths of his wife and T/Sgt. Waldeman A. Vernet Jr. at a Kingman buffet Saturday night. The verdict awaits higher authority approval, which will fix the execution time and location.
A new storm in Green county dumped 33 inches of moisture and damaged crops and roads. A miniature tornado touched Belleville as power crews reported troubles with Wisconsin Power and Light at noon.
With assessing of Monroe real and personal property virtually completed notices have been posted that a meeting of the board of review will be held July 9 to go over the books. Members of the board are Mayor Frank Buehler Aldermen Lester Michael and George Meythaler Assessor George Field and City Clerk G A Soseman.
Authorities traced Katherine Strong through Monroe where she cashed worthless checks and borrowed funds leaving bills totaling at least 1500 dollars, with FBI involvement in locating a woman who claimed a Rock Springs ranch and showed large cash but left clues scattered from hotel to hotel.
Vernon Victor Tonnaucour, 14, died in a hospital yesterday from wounds suffered when a shotgun accidentally discharged while he and companions were playing with it. The incident occurred Wednesday in Cornell, Wisconsin.
A rumor of meat scarcity and large poultry purchases circulates with tales of buyers paying high prices for flocks. An Iowa or Illinois farmer allegedly sells about 350 chickens for 1800 dollars cash after a temptation scene, while Chicago and New York eateries reportedly pay five dollars per dinner.
President Truman urged Senate action on ratifying the United Nations charter and a world court as essential for global peace. He spoke at a Kansas City homecoming and hinted he may submit the charter personally. He planned a meeting with Alf Landon and a major briefing on war developments before a return to Washington.
F W Woolworth announces C W Wilson to a larger St Paul store and Miss Bernice Holsapple promoted to Monroe manager. Wilson, preferred by local business community, came to Monroe in 1941 from Sioux Falls. Holsapple, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ben Holsapple, will take over Monroe duties with her family remaining until relocation. The change takes effect next Monday.
Mrs. John Van Houten of Monticello received a five year delayed message from her brother J Veenie in Holland. He reports all family members alive and well including their 87 year old mother. He describes German occupation hardships with looting clothes radios silverware and even horses used to haul belongings.
A wartime scrap drive asks residents to place paper rags and tin at the curb by 9 a.m. Saturday at month’s end. Monroe boy scouts will assist by collecting the materials.
The Seventh War Loan drive nears its end as Monroe and county buyers push for E bond purchases. City chairman H C Roth remains hopeful despite the small deficit and notes the city is well over its overall quota, with potential to exceed by 35 to 40 percent. The national drive reports $21.64 billion in E bond sales, toward a $15 billion personal quota, with the end of the drive slated for tomorrow.
Wisconsin lawmakers carried the day as butter outran oleo margarine in a debate over an army supply bill. Representative Poage sought to bar butter substitutes from funds, while Wisconsin’s Frank Keefe and Reid Murray argued oleo favored cottonseed interests and that soldiers deserve butter.
Senator Vandenberg of Michigan urged Senate acceptance of the United Nations charter as essential for peace and world order. He argued the charter offers a new emancipation for the world and a collective chance to curb aggression, despite its infirmities.
Lt. David N. Schreiner 24 a former Wisconsin end and 1942 Western Conference MVP died of wounds received in action on Okinawa. The Lancaster, Wisconsin native and Marine Corps lieutenant wrote home assuring his parents he was OK three days before he was killed.
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