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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1945

Page

6

Weather outlook with frost and warmth across regions

Fair tonight and Wednesday with warmer readings in the southeast portion. Frost and freezing temperatures are expected in the north and central areas tonight. Temperatures rose to 54 degrees by 3 PM at the station since yesterday. Barometer readings show 28.50 this morning and 29.60 this afternoon. The warmest spot in the U S yesterday was Abilene Texas at 99 degrees while Duluth Minnesota recorded 27 degrees.

Siacency U. S Abilene Tex Duluth Minn

Ration Stamp Details for Book 4 Deadlines

Information outlines use and validity of blue and red ration stamps in Book 4. It lists eligible items including cheese evaporated milk lard shortening salad oil and waste fat and specifies period through which coupons remain valid plus book and coupon codes.

Reynolds Estate Probate Names Executrix Mabel Reynolds

Mabel Reynolds named executrix of the estate of Eli C. Reynolds who died April 11 in Cadiz. Heirs include Mabel Reynolds of Monroe route 1, three sons Albert Reynolds, Robert Reynolds, and Earl Reynolds of Monroe route 1, Union Grove, and daughter Dorothy Kenniston of Monroe route 4. Appraisers listed as F. F. Hartwig and Harry C. Young.

Mabel Reynolds Eli C. Reynolds Cadiz Monroe Route 1 Albert Reynolds Robert Reynolds Earl Reynolds Union Grove Dorothy Kenniston F. F. Hartwig Harry C. Young

Administratrix Ida Smout Named for Ellen Lockwood Estate

Administratrix Ida Smout of Albany named for Ellen Lockwood estate who died February 19 1945. Heirs include daughter Ida Smout Albany three granddaughters Arlene Mavis Marengo Ina Smout Mahoney and Margie Schlater Schwartz and two grandsons Roy Slater Beloit and Nelson Smout in military service. Great grandchildren Barbara Ann Smout and Roy Wheaton. Appraisers listed are M L Barton Bert Ketter and Edward Killingstad.

Ida Smout Ellen Lockwood Albany Arlene Mavis Marengo Ill Ina Smout Mahoney Milwaukee Margie Schlater Schwartz Elgin Roy Slater Beloit Nelson Smout Barbara Ann Sm

Keehn Heirs Appoint Executor for William Keehn Estate

Clarence Keehn of Brooklyn named executor of the William Keehn estate who died May 4 1945. Heirs include son Clarence Keehn of Brooklyn and daughter Ava.

Keehn Clarence Keehn Township of Brooklyn William Keehn Ava

Marty Estate Names Rosa Zunkehr Administratrix

Rosa Zunkehr named administratrix of the John C. Marty estate in New Glarus. Heirs listed include Rosa Zunkehr, John E. Marty, Bertha M. Zunkehr and Fred H. Marty with residences in New Glarus, Madison, and Monticello. John C. Marty died April 28.

Marty Rosa Zunkehr John C. Marty New Glarus New Glerus John E. Marty Madison Bertha M. Zunkehr Fred H. Marty Monticello

Real Estate Transfers In Decatur and Dayton

Transfers list parcels from John H. Elmer deceased via executor to Louisa W. Elmer totaling 143 acres in Decatur township. Minnie Voegels sells parcels 4 5 6 and 7 in block 10 village of Dayton to Gottfried Stegmann.

John H. Elmer Louisa W. Elmer Decatur Township Minnie Voegels Gottfried Stegmann Bik Dayton

Furniss Couple Welcomes Son At St. Clare Hospital

Mr and Mrs Robert K Furniss of Beloit welcomed a son on May 14 at St Clare Hospital.

St. Clare Hospital Robert K. Furniss Beloit

Surgical Dismissals List From Madison Area

Surgical: Hosea Sandrich Belleville Mrs Orville Grenn Evansville Mrs James Mc Ulysses Johnson Blancharaville Mrs Herbert Brodhead John Eberle Warren Ti Howlett Beloit Mrs Henry W Burmeister Gratiot Nellie Freidli Monticello Dismissals: Grace Jeglum Mrs Edward Aeschliman and infant Mrs Herbert Anderegg Mrs Paul Elmer

Hosea Sandrich Belleville Orville Grennwelt Evansville James Mc Ulysses Johnson Blancharaville Herbert Brodhead John Eberle Warren Howlett Beloit Henry W. Burmeister Gratiot Nellie Freidli Monticello Grace Jeglum Edward Aeschliman Infant Herbert Anderegg Paul Elmer

Miriam B Theiler Named New Editor of Baraboo News

Miriam B Theiler is named new editor of the Badger Ordnance News at the Hercules Powder Plant in Baraboo, succeeding Elizabeth Wimmer. The University of Wisconsin journalism graduate in 1943 will also assist in the publicity department and previously edited the plant newspaper.

Miriam B. Theiler Baraboo Madison Elizabeth Wimmer Badger Ordnance News Miss Theiler University of Te School of Journalism Coranto Theta Sigma Phi A. J. Theiler New Glarus The Post Wisconsin State Journal

End of German War Tactics in Europe and Surrender

The account traces final Allied advances across Europe with the German forces collapsing in the west first before the overall defeat. It notes Eisenhower’s cautious predictions and revisions, the surrender momentum after resistance collapsed in the final stages, and the broader outcome as Germany was overrun.

Rome Wehrmacht Rhine Oder Germany Eisenhower Africa France Hitler

Fewer Bigger Farms Reported in Green County

Green County shows 2308 farms in the 1945 census preliminary results down from 2439 in 1940 and 2478 in 1935. Total farm land 363048 acres with an average farm size of 157 acres. Final counts will be issued by the Bureau of the Census.

Madison Green County Marvin E. Smithback Wisconsin Smithback Bureau of the Census Washington

Oak Leaf Cluster Awarded to Maj Pickett for Leyte Operations

Maj. Cloyd W. Pickett infantry officer receives the oak leaf cluster for meritorious achievement during Leyte Philippine operations from Nov 16 1944 to Jan 2. Citation notes his role as regimental supply officer organizing all means of supply under adverse weather and nearly impassable roads. He has been overseas with Company K Red Arrow division for over three years.

Cloyd W. Pickett Leyte Philippine Pickett Piett Co. K Red Arrow Division

Opening Golf Club Party at Monroe Country Club

The Monroe Country Club hosts a stag opening party on Thursday with members and out-of-town guests competing for low net and putts in the afternoon. Dinner will be served 6 to 8 by reservation, with signup required by tomorrow.

Monroe Country Club

Personal mentions fill region with visits and travels

The item records numerous social notes from Niles to Monroe including Henry C. Marty in Monticello as a Monroe caller and Mrs. Earl Stricker in Durand visiting Mrs. Iva Denney. It lists several visits by residents to Freeport Beloit Great Lakes Madison South Wayne Shawano and other towns with family travels and military assignments noted.

Niles Henry C. Marty Monticello Monroe Earl Stricker Durand Iva Denney Kenneth Hanson Blanchardville Sigfried Wilhelmson Argyle H. A. Lewis The Industrial Commission Madison Herbert T. Johnson South Wayne Will Ru Barbara Jean Fredi Henry Schadewaldt Dakota, Jr Maywood Rena Hanson I . Emery Cam Edna Campbell Albert Bergmann Richard Lee Jean Ann Winslow Carl Schlittler John Steinman Clarno Burton Lynch, Jr Milwaukee Marquette University School of Dentistry B. H. Lynch Elwood Fritz Louisville Pvt Fort Knox William Herbert Harlow Rinehardt Dennis la Salle Hermnn Monte

Interesting Items From The Evening Times Files May 15 1935

Items include a $20,000 highway shop project approved by the county board and notes on local student achievements. Violinist Leiser, a seventh grader, wins district and state contests and enters a national tournament. Little Theater elects officers with Mrs. Schindler as vice president and Miss Glauser secretary. Jacob Steffen becomes treasurer as new officers prepare to elect a president to replace Walter Garness.

O. K. Alread Leiser Little Theater John A. Schindler Helena Glauser Jacob Steffen Walter A. Garness Andrew Westgard Pythian Sisters Brodhead Willis Ludlow Evelyn C. Ludlow Rolland R. Etter Dorothy Selckee Ger Lawrence Stauffacher Ralph Deal Irvin Rammien Emmett Norton Ben Kubly Raymond Voegeli Emil Waelt

Government Cuts Anthracite Deliveries in 12 States

Interior Secretary Ickes barred anthracite shipments to any user with more than five days of solid fuel on hand in twelve eastern states. The move comes amid stalled wage talks as miners struck May 1 and the government seized the mines on May 3. Senator McKellar and Stewart condemned Lilienthal but will not urge rejection. Hill predicts confirmation as committee favors it 13 to 2.

Ickes TVA Comin Tennessee David Lilienthal McKellar Stewart Lilienthal Senate Hill Ala

Legislation Splits Rural Electrification Agency Moves Forward

Senate backs the plan to detach the Rural Electrification Administration from the Agriculture Department and provides 600 million dollars for a three year program as it moves to the House. The State Department reveals planned reductions in lend lease shipments to Russia citing essential Soviet needs and competing demands. British Foreign Secretary Eden says he has no idea when Truman will meet with Stalin and Churchill.

Rural Electrification Administration Agriculture Department House Senate State Department Russia Anthony Eden Truman Stalin Churchill

Darlington Priest Elevated to Monsignor in Holy Rosary Church

Rev. Bernard E. Doyle of Darlington was elevated to monsignor during investiture rites at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The event drew about 2,000 attendees at a reception in the high school gym. Present were several fellow clergy and local officials as Rev. Doyle received the purple robes from Rev. J. J. Gavin and expressed thanks to the congregation. The Vatican named Monsignor William R. Arnold of Fort Wayne as titular bishop of Focea and delegate for the military vicariate in the United States.

Bernard E. Doyle Darlington Doyle Holy Rosary Catholic Church J. J. Gavin St. Phillip’s Church Soldiers Grove L. Paschal Hirt la Crosse Fatheriie F. X. Gray Immaculate Conception Church Kendalltown A. J. Young Holy Rosary Church J. J. Sheridan Elroy J. C. Holland F. L. McDonnell Mineral Point E. C Vatican City William R. Arnold Fort Wayne Ind Pius XII Focea United States

Honor Mothers at Sue Vincent Tri-Hi-Y Banquet

The Sue Vincent chapter of Tri-Hi-Y honored mothers at a Mother-Daughter banquet held last evening at 6 o clock in the Methodist church. Twenty-

Sue Vincent Tri-Hi-Y

Five Mothers and Daughters Attend Skit for Miss Hesse

A program committee presented a skit featuring five mothers and daughters in honor of Miss Mary Ellen Hesse approaching marriage. The audience witnessed gifts given to the leader amid celebratory mood.

Mary Ellen Hesse

Mother-Daughter Dinner at Union Church

The Union Presbyterian church hosted a mother-daughter dinner with about 75 attendees. A program followed the meal featuring singing, a flute solo by Donna Lois Olson, piano by Sandra Haworth, readings, and various recitations by Sunday school girls.

Union Presbyterian Church John Ivey Harold S. Haworth Mabel Blumer H. S. Haworth Sandra Haworth Donna Lois Olson Priscilla Kohli Brownie Troop 1 J. C. Penn Fred L. Kohli Lester Bishop Roy Schultz Emma Kiel Ralph Schalt Eldora Eicholtz

Immanuel Family Night Sponsored by Eva Spreng Circle

Immanuel Evangelical church held a family night with a picnic supper and entertainment. Allan F. Barnard directed the church orchestra, Henry Kundert led singing, and Miss Joanne Solomon toasted mothers with Mrs. Solomon responding.

Immanuel Family Eva Spreng Immanuel Evangelical Church Allan F. Barnard Henry Kundert Joanne Solomon Peter S. Solomon Dick Kundert Virginia Kraus Virgil A. Stauffacher Sally Ruef Nancy Houser Ruggles C. Fred Miller John Wagner Matt Geigel Glen Stauffacher

Unicorn and the Fish presented by local quartet

The largest family present enjoyed a performance featuring Marian Dieckhoff Jo Ann Elmer Carla Mueller Kathryn Janet Kraus and Jean Marie Rabehl playing woodwinds with a short B flat clarinet quintet. Mrs Dorothy Cullen directed the play Unicorn and the Fish.

Marian Dieckhoff Jo- Ann Elmer Carla Mueller Kathryn Janet Kraus Jean Marie Rabehl Dorothy Cullen

Mrs C W Wainwright Hosts Nobes Family Reunion

Mrs C W Wainwright and sister Mrs Charles Pittsley of Freeport met Mr and Mrs Clifford Nobes in Chicago. The Nobes couple and their two daughters, once interned by the Japanese for three years, were freed and became friends with Cpl Robert Pittsley in the Philippines. They sent a telegram to Mr and Mrs Charles Pittsley in California announcing their arrival in Chicago.

Ilome China C. W. Wainwright Charles Pittsley Freeport Chicago Clifford Nobes Nobes Cpl Robert Pittsley Philippines Corporal Pittsley Charlies Pittsley California

Haack Family Attends South Wisconsin Synod Conference

To Milwaukee Rev. and Mrs. J. L. Haack with Mr. and Mrs. John Thomann of Warren Indiana traveled to Milwaukee to represent Browntown parish at the sixth annual conference of the South Wisconsin Synod of the Evangelical and Reformed church held at Tabor Evangelical church.

Milwaukee J. L. Haack John Thomann Warren, Ir Browntown South Wisconsin Synod of the Evangelical and Reformed Church Tabor Evangelical Church

Badger Motors Redecorates Showroom On 11th Street

Badger Motors at 1408 11th Street completes spring housecleaning with a fresh interior. Walls now wear a soft spring green with light trim and a maroon floor. Owner William Greub leads the project.

Badger Motors 11Th Street William Greub

Monroe Townsend Club No 1 Meets at Moose Hall

The Monroe Townsend club No. 1 met in Moose hall on Monday evening. The event began with a potluck supper at 6 30 followed by a social and business session. Several new members were admitted and the next meeting is set for May 28.

Monroe Townsend Club No Moose Hall

Monroe City Council Tonight Sets Meeting Agenda

City of Monroe plans a council session this evening with council members and city manager on the agenda. Officials will discuss local issues, vote on proposals, and hear brief public comments.

Monroe City

City Council to Meet Tonight on Ordnance Change

The council will meet at 7 30 PM in City Hall. The session includes a vote to eliminate the city engineer position and create the superintendent of public works role.

Heitz Brother Is Surgical Patient At St Anthony’s

Gary Heitz of Rockford, son of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Heitz and former Monroe residents, is a surgical patient at St Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford.

Rockford Hospital Gary Heitz Lawrence Heitz Rockford Monroe St. Anthony's Hospital

Two Monroe Homes Quarantined Over Scarlet Fever Signs

Two homes in Monroe have been placarded with scarlet fever warnings marking the first reported cases of the year. Local health officials moved quickly to isolate the residences and prevent spread.

Monroe

Cloyd Adams Dies in Redondo Beach California

Mrs. Volney Morton relayed word of the death of Cloyd Adams at Redondo Beach California. He is survived by his wife and two children. The Adams family, once in Monroe, is well known, with Americus Adams as his father. The family moved from Monroe to Iowa then to California over 30 years ago.

Volney Morton Cloyd Adams Redona Beach Calif Adams Monroe Americus Adams Iowa California Tom Neal Morton

Savory Pinch Elevates Scrambled Eggs

A simple kitchen tip suggests adding a pinch of savory to scrambled eggs to boost aroma and flavor. The technique emphasizes minimal ingredients for a quick, richer breakfast.

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