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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1966

Page

4

Women in the King dom study at Grace LCW circles

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church LCW meets March events with nine circles led by named hosts. Circles Ruth Naomi Esther Miriam Rebecca Priscilla Lydia Martha plan March meetings at homes and church to study Women in the Kingdom and visit area nursing homes as part of the Christian Action Program.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church Kingdom Janet Norquist Asia Africa Ruth Otto Pinnow Will Hartwig Cassius Woodle Joe Kosek Naomi Wayne Ratzlaff Esther Leonard Nuckles Sam Boyd Miriam Circle Ward Stackpole Reuben Brostuen Fred Flick Rebecca Circle Priscilla James Plymire Lydia Lyle Drake Clarence Grundahl Martha R. N. Kingdon LCW

Swiggum Daughter Baptized at Grace Lutheran Church

Wendy Jane Swiggum, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Swiggum of Monroe, was baptized Sunday February 20 at Grace Lutheran Church. Rev. James Plymire performed the service with sponsors Mrs. Stanley Neuberger and Roger Jackson. Dinner followed at the Swiggum home with extended family present.

Wendy Jane Swiggum Dennis Swiggum 24Th St Monroe Grace Lutheran Church James Plymire Stanley Neuberger Roger Jackson Woodford Swiggum Jack la Borde Juda Virgil Swiggum Wiola Carla Swiggum Beverly Knouse Eric

Esther Rebekah Unit Marks Anniversary

The Esther Rebekah Lodge No. 192 observed its 65th anniversary and honored Schuyler Colfax’s birthday for the Rebekah Order ritual. Grace Schroeder reported on lodge history while refreshments were provided by Mrs. Ralph Ellis Mrs. Clarence Benket and Mrs. Alice Discher. Table decor featured a St Patrick’s Day motif. Initiation is set for March 18.

Esther Rebekah Lodge Schuyler Colfax Rebekah Order Ioof Hall Grace Schroeder Ralph Ellis Clarence Benkett Alice Discher

Mt Olive Aid Group Approves Memorial Gift

Mt Olive Lutheran Church Aid Society met Tuesday with Mrs Walter Wieser as hostess and Mrs Stanley Neuberger presiding. Rev R F Bittorf led devotions and Mrs Harold Sweeney reported. A memorial gift was directed to East Fork Lutheran Nursery for Indian orphan children at Whiteriver Arizona. Mrs Rolland Zimmerman to host April 6 meeting at the church.

Walter W. Wieser Mt. Olive

Eric Swiggum Celebrated At 2nd Birthday Party

Eric Swiggum son of Mr and Mrs Dennis Swiggum was honored on his 2nd birthday at home 1311 24th St. Guests included Mr and Mrs Jerry LaBorde Mr and Mrs Jack LaBorde Mr and Mrs Virgil Swiggum and family. Gifts were given and lunch served. the boat shaped cake named The S S Eric was baked by Mrs Swiggum.

Eric Swiggum Dennis Swiggum 24Th St Jerry LaBorde Jack LaBorde Virgil Swiggum Neil Carla Cinda Cheri Shelly Goecks Wendy Jane Swiggum

Monroe Jehovah's Witnesses announce Fort Atkinson seminar

The Monroe congregation pledges a three day seminar in Fort Atkinson from April 1 to 3 centered on the theme Make Disciples of People of All the Nations. Rich ard Kneifel says sessions at Fort Atkinson High School Auditorium are public with 62 delegates from Monroe plus attendees from a 50 mile radius. No collections will be taken during the event.

Monroe Jehovah's Witnesses Fort Atkinson Richard A. Kneifel Kneife

Senator Gordon Roseleip to speak at Barracks Group meeting

Sen Gordon Roseleip is slated to address members of the Barracks and Ladies Auxiliary to the Green County Veterans of World War I on Tuesday at 8 p.m. in American Legion Hall. The auxiliary will join after the talk. attendees are reminded to bring hospital materials and letters to representatives.

Gordon Roseleip Ladies Auxiliary Green County American Legion Hall Auxilary Fred Schott VAVS Adolf Vogel Veterans’ Affairs Board of Public Welfare Office of Veterans Affairs Max Voelkli Walter Wyss

Werrens Are Feted For Silver Wedding

Mr and Mrs Russell Werren celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a family dinner at their farm home on Sunday February 27 The couple wed March 1 1941 in Maquoketa Iowa They have two daughters and six sons among the children and in law guests included Tom Figi Kathleen Paulette and several Haeni and Baumgartner family members Additional dinner guests and pre anniversary visit occurred February 25 at the Chalet near Brodhead with Tom Figi Paulette and Lyle Baumgartner joining the couple.

Russell Werren Marie Haeni Maquoketa Tom Kathleen) Figi Monroe Paulette Stephen Leslie David Robert Christopher Russell Werren Farm Tom Figi Lyle Baumgartner Adolph Haeni Jr James Juneau Donald Tyler Patti Belvidere Ill Fred Haeni Brenda Barbara Janet Mayville Wis Adolph Haeni III Paul Kubly Paulette Werren Brodhead

Zweifel to Wed Dickson in April Wedding Plan

The forthcoming marriage of Miss Judy Kay Zweifel daughter of Mr and Mrs Gilbert Zweifel Sr Route 1 Beeville to Thomas Davie Jackson Monticello will take place Saturday April 2 at St John Unitec church of Christ. Miss Zweifel is employed as admitting clerk at St Clare Hospital. fiancé is employed in Belvidere Illinois.

Judy Kay Zweifel Gilbert Zweifel Sr Beeville Thomas Davie Jackson Monticello St. John’s Unitec Church of Christ Miss Zweifel St. Clare Hospital Belvidere Ill

Self-Denial Folders For Lent Sent To Swiss UCC Members

Swiss United Church of Christ members receive Self-Denial Lenten folders from the finance committee. All contributions go to the repairs and improvements fund. Folders to be collected on Sunday April 17 during the 8 or 10 30 a m worship services.

United Church of Christ

Springdale 4-H Blue Bird Trail project updates

At Ridge View School the Springdale 4-H Blue Bird Trail committee reported 10 bird houses made and distributed to aid Blue Bird preservation. Keith Bakken presided as vice president in Rick Schweitzer's absence as Mary and Susan Steinbauer performed skits. Freda Bain spoke about Ireland with slides.

Springdale Club MT. Horeb Blue Bird Trail Project Springdale

Seniors Survey Aids Medicare Progress Plan in Green County

A Green County survey of residents over 65, organized by 20 members of the agriculture resource development committee, aims to help Social Security and Medicare efforts. The panel discussed mental health, growth blueprints, and concrete actions amid 2,600 to 2,700 Social Security claimants.

Donald Siedschlag ASCS Siedschlag Committee On Agriculture Resource Development Social Security Henry Ruppert Elmon Pete) Ott Agriculture Committee Liedschlag Ray Kaskey Green County James Plymire Grace Lutheran Church Myron Jeglum

Miss Karla Johnson Kuhls Will Wed in June

Miss Karla Johnson to wed Gary Kuhls in June. Johnson, a receptionist for Dr. James T Moffatt of Platteville, is a Madison Vocational School graduate in medical assisting. Kuhls, of Platteville, attends Platteville State University and works at Scott's Service Station.

Shullsburg Delbert Johnson Karla Gary Kuhls Richard Kuhls Platteville Miss Johnson James T. Moffatt Madison Vocational School Platteville State University Scott

Dubois Clubs Must Register as Front

Justice Department seeks to compel the W. E. B. Dubois Clubs of America to register as a Communist front under the 1950 Subversive Activities Control Act. Attorney General Nicholas Katzenbach said the Marxist youth group is created and controlled by the U S Communist party and operates to aid that organization.

Washington Justice Department W. E. B. Dubois Clubs of America Subversive Activities Control Board Sty Nicholas Katzenbach U.S. Communist Party

Slaughter Alley To Be Replaced By Freeway

Oceanside Calif. The State Highway Division will call for bids within a month to replace Slaughter Alley on U S 101 with an eight lane freeway by 1968 after six people died in fog gy flaming crashes Feb 21. Capt Don Merry of the California Highway Patrol seeks legislation to bar tankers and other dangerous cargoes from the highway in bad weather to cut deaths.

Oceanside Calif Slaughter Alley U.S. Highway 101 State Highway Division Don Merry California Highway Patrol Merry del Mar San Clemente Roy Rogers Dale Evans

Wisconsin Roads Slick as Light Snow Covers State

The State Traffic Patrol reported at 6 a.m. that light snow was general across Wisconsin. Main highways ranged from scattered slippery spots to snow packed and hazardous conditions.

Madison Wisconsin

First Elephant in Christian Rome Owned by Leo X

The first elephant seen in Christian Rome belonged to Pope Leo X the sixteenth century. The elephant named Hanno became a people mascot and featured in many processions. Upon its death Leo X ordered Raphael to paint a likeness above the tomb.

Rome Leo X Hanno Leo Raphael

Fireballs 4H February meeting delegates sewing demo

The February meeting of the 4H Fireballs was called to order by president Sarah Green. David Zweifel and Junior Eichelkraut led flag pledges and Debbie Leichkraut led group singing. Reports were read and approved. New members Susie and Sally Pitts joined the club.

Belleville Sarah Green David Zweifel Junior Eichelkraut Debbie Leichelkraut Karen Palmer Doug Scott Australia Susie Sally Pitts Gehin Feller

Dougherty Creek 4H Adds Two Members At February Meeting

The Dougherty Creek 4H Club welcomed Gail and Barbara Fischer at the February gathering at the Merlin Emberson home. Activities included in group singing, a piano solo, a Valentine exchange, and a program plan for the Dougherty Creek watershed at the March meeting.

Dougherty Creek Merlin Emberson Gail Barbara Fischer Sharon Emberson David Moen John Svendsen

Jordan Jolly Workers Meeting Observed at Classin Home

The Jordan Jolly Workers gathered at C. J. Classin's residence for a meeting. Harland Sarbacher led the flag salute as part of the club’s proceedings.

Jordan Jolly Workers C. J. Classin Harland Sarbacher

Oakley 4-H Club Meets At Oakley Hall With 15 Members

The Oakley 4-H Club gathered 15 members at Oakley Hall. Winnona Marchant led the flag salute, Debra Grenzow led the pledge, and Lee Kelso with Madeline Bosben represented the club at an upcoming music festival. A March bake sale at Helland's in Juto was planned to fund club activities.

Oakley Club Oakley Oakley Hall Winnona Marchant Debra Grenzow Lee Kelso Madeline Bosben Helland Juto Lincoln Vicki Kelso Valentines Sandra Goeck

Juda Jolly JuniorsFebruary meeting notes and 4-H projects

Becky Newman and Jerry Kesler led the Juda Jolly Juniors February meeting as pledges were made for the year. The 4 H Club program was checked for accuracy. A display table of several 4 H projects will be set up for family night. The following people were

Juda Jolly Juniors Becky Newman Jerry Kesler

Miracle in Paradise Valley feature at meeting display

The display team named Jane Matzke Christy Mohns Diane Helland Lil lian Stuckey Karen Newman and Carol Newman assisted. Group singing led by Linda Siedschlag. Don Wunschel spoke on Junior Leaders and Carol Newman on Dairy. Mike Kaster presented a safety film. Project leaders listed for the year include Nellie Wundschel Edward Kaderly Chester Pinnow Norman Gruenewald Herman Siegenthaler Diane Feldt Morris Grenzow Roland Keen Gene Taylor and Francis Kaster by Rufer and Gruenwald families.

Jane Matzke Christy Mohns Diane Helland Lillian Stuckey Karen Newman Carol Newman Linda Siedschlag Don Wunschel Mike Kaster Paradise Valley Nellie Wundschel Edward Kaderly Chester Pinnow Norman Gruenewald Herman Siegenthaler Diane Feldt Morris Grenzow Roland Keen Gene Taylor Francis Kaster Rufer and Gruenwald

Rock Grove Rockette Club Adds Eight New Members

Eight new members joined the Rock Grove Rockette 4H Club at a regular meeting hosted by Carol and Susan Ruf. Officers training school reports were shared from Freeport Junior High School. Shelby Tielkemeier led a talk and demonstration session.

Rock Grove Rockettes Carol Susan Ruf Officers Training School Freeport Junior High School Shelby Tielkemeier Marjorie Trumpy Colleen Peterson Nancy Carol Heshke

Bake Sale Planned at Lincoln Shopping Mall

Ane Thorn announces a bake sale on April 2 to be held at the Lincoln Shopping Mall in Freeport. Proceeds go to community programs.

Lincoln Freeport

Clarno Classy Clubbers February Meeting Minutes

Call welcomed a vegetable starting with the middle initial of members names. Richard Lewis and Lynn Counselman led the flag pledge. Bob Holyoke demonstrated garden judging. Dan Meier spoke on Gun safety Kathy Lewis on Garden Planning Caro lyn Silvis on Basic Knitting. Initiates Bruce Hanson Rich ard Lewis Joette Marty Tom Marty Kristine Meier Kris tine Schuetz Lynn Shallberg Bob Silvis. Kathy Spani led song. Carolyn Silvis presented Try Smiling. Recreation by Dick and Bob Holyoke. Beutel and Counselman families served lunch.

Clarno Richard Lewis Lynn Counselman Bob Holyoke Dan Meier Kathy Lewis Carolyn Silvis Bruce Hanson Joette Marty Tom Marty Kristine Meier Kristine Schuetz Lynn Shallberg

New Fury in War Saigon as Forces Attack

The Viet Nam war escalates with U.S. and Vietnamese troops attacking Communist regulars in two major operations and air power applied at full intensity.

Saigon South Viet Nam U.S

Spartans Favored to Lead Big Ten Indoor Finals

Spartans at East Lansing lead qualifiers as Michigan State aims for top spot in the Big Ten indoor track and field championship finals. The team flooded the field with qualifiers to set the pace for today’s decisive events.

Spartans East Lansing Mich Michigan State

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Esther Rebekah Mt. Olive Aid Group Okays Memorial Gift Ft. Atkinson Dickson Dayton Robert Fahey Jr Bill Smith Russell Ace Bruce Smith Duane Sies Gary Clemens Smith Linda Brandt Joan Brandt Grossens ARGUS Kubly Richard Kneifel Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses William Young the Witnesses of Kneifer Dubois Clubs Paul E. Disch Edwin O. Disch Route 1 Brooklyn Lowry Air Force Base Colo Disch Lackland Afb Texas Belleville High School TRIHI Freeman Larson Robin Mellenberger Jan Maurer Mark Mellenberger Steve Monson Richard Beem Robert Spoerry Karen Witt Mike Alderman Jean Ludwig Janet Mauerman Greg Roth Gordon Ladwig Keith Binder Jeanne Ludwig Diane Duane Torkelson JOS. Huber Brewing CO Monroe, Wisconsin Chevrolet America 18Th Avenue foreTon Tele Ag Dial
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