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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1963
Page
2
The notice outlines exclusive AP use of local news and dispatches. Subscription rates are $15.50 yearly by carrier in Monroe, $9 by mail in Wisconsin and Stephenson County Illinois, $12 elsewhere. Office hours run 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at phone 325-5101.
Editorial discusses Wilbur N. Renk's possible 1964 gubernatorial bid from Sun Prairie. It weighs whether Renk Knowles or Olson should enter the race, noting endorsements, party unity, and the need for a strong Republican candidate to regain the governor's chair.
An editor writes the governor about expired subscription and potential cutoffs while noting higher mailing rates and the paper’s reliance on revenue. The column expresses regret at the governor’s possible nonrenewal and offers to send clippings for future editorials.
Secretary of State Dulles challenges the view that allied nations should cut off all trade with Communist countries. The report covers remarks from May 4 1953, noting Cold War economic policy debates and allied cooperation.
Bill Leppien of Madison portrays Uncle Sam in Monroe Sunday at 2 p.m. for a Legion Parade. Leppien, tall in satin uniform, has appeared in national parades and local events since 1956 and will hand out autographed cards, flags, and 1963 pennies to children along the route.
Miss Carolyn Wendler Madison spent the weekend with her parents the Melvin Wendlers. Loren Bagley named Lance born April 25. Luther League of State Line church met at Arthur Blabaum home. Several families hosted and visited relatives in Evansville Davis Freeport Rock City Albany Castle Rock Winona and Winslow during the weekend.
Fred Ethridge 83, former Blanchardville Argyle resident, died Thursday in a Salem Missouri hospital. Born July 5 1879 in Fayette Lafayette County he served in the Spanish American War and retired in 1930 as an Illinois Central fireman. He married Bessie May Fox in 1906 and Harriett Mederith in 1953. Survived by his wife four sons two daughters a step family and many grandchildren. Burial in Argyle cemetery with American Legion rites.
A concise note reflects on the idea that a lost action or act reveals logic in absence. The reflection explores how absence shapes interpretation and meaning in a crowded field of events and decisions.
Community figures from Blanchardville and nearby towns gathered for birthday celebrations in Brodhead and Monroe. The week featured a Saturday wedding in Freeport for Cynthia Henrichs and Norman Regez, plus visits from local club members and relatives to various homes across Wisconsin.
The 89 year old Sir Winston Churchill announces retirement from politics due to ill health after a 60 year career in the Commons. He will not run in the next general election but remains a member until Parliament is dissolved.
The notice lists new members Shenlane Kay Rufer Route 4 March 19 1961 Cheryl Ann Opie Route 1 Gratiot October 16 1962 Linda Kay Rufer 1202 12th street April 13 1963 James Robert Rufer 821 17th avenue January 8 1963 Dale KennethStauffacher 1510 16th street June 7 1961
The Monroe high school chess team defeated Monona Grove 7-3 at Monona on April 23 for their second win of the year over the Silver Eagles. Club officers were elected: Ray Peterson president Larry Holcomb vice president and Tony Lux treasurer.
Thomas Brusveen was a Thursday caller in Verona. Royal Woelffer and son Todd of Janesville visited here with his parents. Alfred Isely returned home after a month in Mesa Arizona. Dr William V Baebler returned from a dental convention in Milwaukee. Norman Rosen and Mrs John Hoskins visited Madison to call on Kermit Lien and other Veterans hospital patients.
A North American toad laid 28 000 eggs in a ten hour observation by a noted herpetologist. The measurement highlights the reproductive potential of common toads in controlled study conditions.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Zweifel returned from a California visit with their daughter. Arthur Ames visited his daughter Jean during Dad's Weekend at the Delta Zeta house at the University of Wisconsin. Mr. and Mrs. Willi Ruef Sr. and son Walter toured Philadelphia and Canada visiting friends and relatives.
A compact reminder that personal networks and friendly cues can market hiring, renting, or selling needs. It highlights informal ads through word of mouth and trusted acquaintances as efficient channels for quick results.
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