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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1947
Page
2
TULL LEASED WIRE REPORTS The Associated Press notes the Montor Wike post office is processed as second class matter under standard mail rules.
Lydia and Chris, a war scarred couple, cope with medical needs and fatigue in a quiet, tense night. He grapples with a stiff leg and driving again while she battles ear pain, seeking relief through medicine and shared care. A fragile bond deepens as sleep finally nears, hope flickering in the dark.
The New York Times reports 19 million armed globally and up to 27.4 billion annually on armaments, with China 5.75 million, Russia 13.4 billion, Britain 1.21 million, India 1 million, Turkey 675 thousand, and the United States 670 thousand. The piece questions mankind’s faith in peace as nations gird for potential future conflict.
Wisconsin lawmakers urge congress to apply community property privileges to all states to equalize federal income tax treatment. The Milwaukee Journal notes that in nine states each spouse reports half of joint income, often benefiting households where one partner earns little. A national standard would cut taxes for many married couples but could impact unmarried taxpayers. supporters argue it would restore fairness across states and prevent a state advantage in federal taxation.
Items note Washington 4-H play The Bohemian Shawl as county drama winners. Willis Proudfoot and Willis Etter chair annual YMCA hobby show. Oscar J. Persons died at Monticolo. Jean Arlene Eager 5 of Decatur burned playing with a match near Roenneburg. Twin Grine hurt falling from ladder. Funeral services held for William Chase blast victim. Monticello high wins track meet Platteville Monroe third. Roger Eastman 40 laid to rest. New milk marketing plan advanced in Chicago John O Connor represents Green county. Misses Gladys Schar Marion Kuppert in state shorthand contest at Whitewater. Tearjerker Haverford nurse groping for flashlight triggers tear gas bomb.
Mr and Mrs Elwin Maddrell and son Madison and Mr and Mrs Middleton of Gratiot were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Ben Maddrell. Mrs Ramson Kiester of Lake Delevan and Mr and Mrs Sterman Lawyer with Miss Sylvia Whitehead of Freeport were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Lee White. Mrs Lottie Zanders and Mrs Osbin Vincent of Monroe attended church here Sunday. Roland Aitchison is several days in West Branch Michigan on business.
SLEUTHING FOR SHOPPERS promotes drop off worn shoes at THE TREAD RIGHT SHOE REPAIR SHOP for first rate service and repair. Lee's Bridal dept offers consultation, made to order gowns, travelwear, underwear, and Samsonite luggage as bridal headquarters.
Baker's Book Store promotes a varied reading list including The Vixens and Walls of Jericho, along with Etiquette and travel titles, inviting a lasting library. Leader Department Store touts spring clean up, Venetian blinds, custom window coverings, and fast delivery, with shades and fabrics offered in many sizes and colors.
The Monroe Music Co at 1 door north of the Commercial Bank offers record carrying cases in three styles priced 3.95 5.95 and 7.95 and announces new releases by Harry James Gene Autry and Eddy Howard among others. Wagner's Health Baths promotes a reducing course with a 33 1 3 percent savings if booked by Saturday May 17 and invites visits to 1804 10th Street for appointments.
ETTER'S restocks rayon coat and jacket linings in twills and plains, 36 and 39 inch widths at 1.50 a yard, plus 48 inch sateen drapery lining. New brocaded satin in white black brown at 3 a yard from Belding fabric. Also a full line of Butterick patterns to improve sewing results as summer begins.
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