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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1956
Page
2
The notice provides subscription rates for Monroe and surrounding Wisconsin regions with annual dues and a phone contact. It also cites AP republication rights and postal compliance details.
The piece portrays Albert H. Stoldt as both a persistent advocate for farmers and a champion of the German heritage. It credits him with uniting dairy farmers and factory patrons through a merged marketing approach and notes his quieter community role after retirement. The editor urges memorials to honor his contributions to cheese producers association and local life.
Elizabeth Lamb of Monroe was named Wisconsin Outstanding Junior Citizen by the Junior Chamber of Commerce at the Eau Claire convention. A high school leader active in extracurriculars, she chairs the Youth Advisory Board to the Governor's Commission on Human Rights and serves on state youth groups.
Ed Owen of the Wisconsin Conservation Department reported approval for the Doherty Creek development plan after a Saturday walking survey. Gene Moon, appointed by the Argyle Conservation Club, headed the project. The Green County Conservation League backed the plan, with I Stair leading its study committee. The area was deemed suitable for stream bank rent and fencing with Erie funds for fencing, livestock crossings, and watering sites noted.
Monroe notes from May 7 1946 include a coal supply concern at the gas plant and a cheese factory using wood for fires. police to back traffic safety checks starting May 15. local professionals opening offices and a veterinary practice change. obituaries for Mrs. Will Witter and other regional updates. 25 and 50 year retrospectives cover city contracts, sealer appointments, post office site condition, and other local events.
Norman Walker reports on NLRB data showing increased petitions and unfair labor practice charges but lower union victory rates in early 1956. Among 1,152 elections, unions won 64 percent, the lowest since WWI, while 105,375 workers were eligible and 96,571 voted. AFL-CIO unions participated in 1,051 elections, winning 659 and losing 392.
An old advertorial spot promotes non surgical treatment for glandular inflammation affecting older men. It claims constitutional disease causes night troubles and weakness, warns against temporary fixes, and invites readers to request a free book from Excelsior Institute in Excelsior Springs Missouri.
Grassland farmers in Green County join 200 participants across 38 Wisconsin counties under Vic Burcalow chairing the state committee. The 1956 program emphasizes pasture improvement with record keeping on dairy cattle, pasture acres, and feed usage to compare pasture types. Participants meeting requirements earn state certificates. top farmers may receive educational trips within the state and nation.
Washington lawmakers debate a top to bottom cut in individual income tax rates as soon as the budget permits. Rep Daniel Reed notes possible action this session while Treasury Secretary Humphrey cautions against rushing tax relief. Senate finance chair George says tax cuts are needed but evidence from the House is lacking. Sen Butler calls for a comprehensive tax overhaul and a commission to study effects on individuals small business and the economy. Reed’s plan aims to reduce rates while closing loopholes. Meat consumption by New York City rises to 1% billion pounds annually.
New York Herald Tribune food editor Miss Paddleford describes Swiss fondue across cantons and shares a recipe using Swiss cheese, flour, white wine, nutmeg, and kirschwasser. Instructions cover garlic rubbing, flour-coated cheese, simmering wine, and serving hot over an alcohol lamp for 6 to 8.
Times Special reports the Clarence Rudd family selling their house to Victor Ruegsegger and relocating to Janesville. Mr. Rudd works for the Janesville Sand and Gravel Company.
Eli M Knapp 89 former Albany merchant and bank officer died at Mercy Hospital San Diego after retiring there. Services were held at Rogers funeral home with burial in Glen Abbey Memorial Park Chula Vista. Surviving are three children two grandchildren and his wife had died in 1948. He was born Cassville February 12 1867 moved to Albany as a youth and later ran Knapp Brothers with his brother before selling the store in 1927.
A lightning bolt struck the Lewis Murphy home eight miles south of Neenah late Saturday, splitting the dwelling in two. Mrs. Murphy was treated at a Mans ton hospital for burns on her hands after rescuing her eight year old son Jackson from a blazing bedroom.
Hans Frischknecht of Los Angeles presents the two hour color and sound film Beautiful Switzerland at Turner Hall next Sunday at 2 30 and 8 15 p m The first part covers Appenzell Alps Corpus Christi procession Rhine and Engadine scenes Then Zurich lake National Gymnastic Meet and Rhine Falls Part two travels across Klirnzer Gotthard Pass Lucerne Valais Bernese Oberland and Interlaken Returning to Appenzell for music yodels alphorn Then Pasadena Rose Parade pictures precede the screening Swiss dance music after.
Monticello Times notes several relocations with tenants shifting homes among Emil Voegeli, Kenneth Bauer, Myron Burkland, and Ernest Gempeler properties in town. Weekend visitors include Doris Wagner Curt Curtis and Beloit Dean Floyd McGranahan, plus Madison and Eau Claire families visiting relatives.
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