Britain claims H bomb success restores power and autonomy
British newspapers hailed yesterday’s Christmas Island test as Britain regaining independence and joining the United States and Russia as a full nuclear power. U S officials saw it strengthening allied defense while press cautioned on further tests and fallout concerns.
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London
Britain
United States
Christmas Island
Pacific
U. S
Russia
Washington
Ministry of Supply
Honolulu
Daily Mail
February Milk Averages Show Decline in Swiss Cheese Prices
February 1956 milk average drops to 2.84 for Swiss cheese making, down eight cents from January. The same group averaged 2.92 in January and 2.96 for February 1956 with tests around 3.4. Highest factory milk price reached 2.96 with test 3.35 and 7.46 lb yield. lowest paid 2.46 on 3.45 test and 7.37 yield. February Swiss prices vary by grade and product: wheel State 37, Grade B 35, Grade C 31, grinders 25. blocks State 36, Grade B 34, Grade C 31, grinders 26.
First National Host To Visiting Bankers Public Event Friday
Floral gifts brightened the First National Bank lobby as local firms and banks statewide joined in congratulating the bank on its rebuilt facility. Contractors and employers who worked on the $200,000 project were hosted last night, with officers and directors from Green County communities and several cities joining in. An informal open house for guests was held this afternoon, and a public open house will be tomorrow night from 7 to 10 with staff conducting tours and explaining new operations.
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First National Bank
First National
Green County
Wisconsin
Chicago
Miss Shirley Rae Montgomery Crowned Alice in Dairyland Finalist
Miss Shirley Rae Montgomery 1956 Monroe High School graduate won one of two regional Alice in Dairyland princess spots at Bosco bel. The 18 year old Browntown resident advances to the state finals at Beaver Dam May 31 and June 1, with four be named as Alice in Dairyland for summer positions. The coronation was before 230 people with Lt Gov Warren Knowles speaking at the banquet. Beverly Thomas also won at Boscobel and Montgomery attends the University of Wisconsin.
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Monroe High School
Shirley Rae Montgomery
Alice In Dairyland
Boscobel
Montgomery
Raymond Montgomery
Browntown
Green
Grant
Lafayette
Iowa
Beaver Dam
Alice
Olic Parish Hall
Boscobel Chamber of Commerce
Shirley
N. Lake Street
Madison
Browntown Busy Beavers
Miss Montgomery
Green County
Sonja Mae Reinmann
Argyle
Green County Teachers College
Janet Bisegger
Monroe Clinic
Sharon Zentner
New Glarus
Stevens Point College
Phyllis Alexander
Warren P. Knowles
Edelweiss
Boscobel Gymnasium
Fairbanks Morse Fight Settled in U S District Court
In Chicago the two year proxy battle for control of Fairbanks Morse Co. ended with a consent decree. Judge Joseph Sam Perry approved a five year agreement keeping Robert H. Morse Jr. as president and chief executive officer with annual leadership continuity. Leopold Silberstein and Penn Texas Corp backed the opposing faction.
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Chicago
Fairbanks, Morse and Co
U.S. District Court
Joseph Sam Perry
Fairbanks
Morse Management
Leopold Silberstein
New York
Penn-Texas Corp
Silberstein
Robert H. Morse Jr
Carrier's Skipper Doubts Hit Sub in Sea Collision
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt collided with a submerged object and Captain T. W. Hopkins doubted a submarine was involved. An oil slick appeared but he said the ship did not leak oil and radar would have detected a submarine. He suggested a whale could be responsible. No casualties among 2,700 crew. 974-foot vessel sustained no damage.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Franklin D. Roosevelt
T. W. Hopkins
Quail
Stocks Move Higher During Active Trade
New York rails joined industrials to push the market higher in active trading. Pivotal stocks rose from fractions to about two points, with specialties gaining similarly. It marks the second day of recovery after Tuesday’s reaction following a new 1957 closing high.
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New York
Airlines seek $3 no-show penalty in Washington
Scheduled airlines request government approval of a $3 penalty for passengers who fail to keep a reserved seat without notifying, aiming to curb no show losses and free seats for others. The proposal targets carriers and travelers amid broader airline industry pressure on schedules and capacity.
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Washington
Lorge Proposes Election Fund for Senate Vacancy
State Sen. Gerald Lorge proposes a 500000 general fund appropriation to cover costs of a possible special U.S. Senate election in Wisconsin after the death of Joseph R. McCarthy. Municipalities would certify costs, with state reimbursement. Gov. Thomson could call or leave the seat vacant.
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Madison
Gerald Lorge
Bear Creek
U.S. Senate
Joseph R. McCarthy
Thomson
U.S
Tornado Toll Tops 20 In Texas Panhandle Town
A surprise tornado ripped through a Texas Panhandle town killing at least 20 people and injuring many others. Emergency crews rushed to the devastated area as residents surveyed wrecked homes and businesses after the sudden storm.
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Texas Panhandle
Eisenhower Faces Senate Vote Over USIA Budget Cuts
President Eisenhower challenged a Senate coalition that cut 53.8 million dollars from the US Information Agency. Only 14 Republicans joined 38 Democrats in the 61 15 defeat, with one Democrat supporting him. A later 77 0 roll call approved a State Justice Department funding bill trimming 102.564 million under his plan.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Senate
U.S. Information Agency
Sen. Neuberger
Oregon
USIA
State Justice Department
Lyndon B. Johnson
D-Tex
House
Appropriations Subcommittee
Decatur Lake Scout Camporee Opens Weekend Program
Valley District Boy Scouts prepare for the Spring Camporee at Decatur Dam, beginning Friday evening and running through Sunday afternoon. Activities include conservation lectures, field demonstrations by state officials, a soil conservation hike, Indian lore talks, and a public campfire. Check-in starts 5 p.m. Friday. check-out 12 30 p.m. Sunday.
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Valley District
Decatur Dam
Harold A. Pederson
Clarence R. Benkert
James Schwoegler
Servation Service
John A. Schindler
Wisconsin
Robert Stocker
Grafton
Highway 59
Wilhelm Tell Guild Expands Labor Day Weekend Here
The Wilhelm Tell Community Guild in New Glarus announces a 20th anniversary Labor Day pageant expansion into a three day program. A Saturday parade Alpine Festival and street dance are planned with two new groups Swiss Misses and the Tells Bells.
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NEW Glarus
Times
Wilhelm Tell
Guild
Jordan To Visit Council Tuesday
Mayor Brooks J. Dunwiddie learned from Thomas K. Jordan director of the State Aeronautics Commission that he will address the City Council next Tuesday night. He explains the state federal airport development aid setup and reports on available funds amid recent budget reductions. The state pays 25 percent and the federal government underwrites half the cost.
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Brooks J. Dunwiddie
Thomas K. Jordan
State Aeronautics Commission
Jordan
Monroe Chamber of Commerce
Monroe
Cheese Demand Fair at Madison Market
American cheese market in Madison shows steady offerings with fair to light demand. Prices listed include cheddars at 34 to 36 cents, single daisies 36 to 37 cents, longhorns 36 to 36 4, and midgets 37 42 to 38 cents.
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Fair Madison
Wisconsin
Arthur J. Drake Dies at 73 in Monroe Area
Arthur J. Drake 73 of 2003 14th avenue died unexpectedly at his home at 11 45 p m yesterday after eight months with a heart condition. He was born May 21 1883 in Clarno Township son of Abner A and Katherine Zweifel Drake. married Edna Lamont Dec 4 1904. He farmed in Clarno Township then Monroe cattle dealer and later managed his farms southwest of Monroe. He was a member of Immanuel Evangelical church its Brotherhood and the Moose Lodge. Survived by son Bradford M Chicago two daughters Evelyn Monroe Zelma Madison a sister Mrs T Roy Evenson Monroe and several nieces and nephews two grandchildren. Preceded by wife May 9 1950 a son who died in 1905 a brother Frank Monroe 1949 and a sister Mrs Will Day Adams 1941. Services 2 p m Saturday at Stuessy funeral home Rev Bernard Bartel Immanuel church officiating. Burial Greenwood cemetery.
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Arthur J. Drake
14Th Avenue
Mr. Drake
Clarno Township
Abner A
Katherine Zweifel Drake
Monroe Business Institute
Edna Lamont
E. C. Dixon
Monroe
Drake
Immanuel Evangelical Church
Brotherhood
Moose Lodge
Bradford M
Chicago
Evelyn
Zelma
Madison
T. Roy Evenson
Frank
Will Day
Adams
Stuessy
Bernard Bartel
Immanuel Church
Greenwood Cemetery
Board Vacancy Expected Here
Fourth Ward supervisor Joseph D. Viney will move to the Second Ward on May 27 leaving the Fourth Ward to be filled. The City Council will appoint a successor at its first June meeting after Viney completes his move and remains the ward’s representative until then. Viney, appointed by Mayor Dunwiddie, was elected April 2 and became second vice president at the April reorganization.
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Brooks J. Dunwiddie
Fourth Ward
Joseph D. Viney
Viney
Alvin H. Babler
16Th Street
Dunwiddie
Silverton Tornado Rips Through Texas Town Without Warning
A wide, battering tornado struck Silverton Texas killing at least 20 people and damaging or destroying over 60 homes and businesses. The storm left the town cut off, with utilities out, while National Guard and Red Cross teams aided rescue efforts.
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Silverton
Tex
West Texas
Lone Star
Elvert Stephens
Texas Panhandle
National Guard
Red Cross
Virl Vaughan
Rance Stephens
Stephens
Vaughan
Domingo Rivas
Briscoe County
Texas
Dallas
Donley County
Goldston
Clarendon
Department of Public Safety
Pampa
Amarillo
Plainview
Lelia Lake
Lockney
Tulsa
McLean, Groom
Miami
Lefors
Lubbock
Panhandle
South Plains
President Eisenhower to Deliver Second Foreign Aid Address
The White House announced a nation wide broadcast schedule for President Eisenhower next Tuesday. The 30 minute talk starts at 7 30 p m Monroe time and will be carried live on CBS TV and radio and on the Mutual network. ABC offers a delayed radio at 8 30 p m and TV at 9 p m. NBC TV and radio air at 10 15 p m.
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Washington
White House
Eisenhower
Monroe
CBS TV
Radio
Mutual Radio
ABC
Nbc-Tv
Edgerton Man Dies After Auto Collision
Herman Kopke, 59, of Edgerton, died in a local hospital from injuries after being struck by a car while crossing a street shortly after midnight. The driver remained at the scene and authorities investigated.
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Edgerton
Herman Kopke
Edgerton Hospital
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D-Miss
House Appropriations Subcommittee
National Grange
Rep
Harrison
D-Va
Congress
Reoe
Midwest
Agriculture Department
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Clark Kleckner
Woman’s Relief Corps
Beatrice Mulligan
WRC
Schneider
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Henry J. Roth
Decatur Lake
Wilhelm Tell Guild
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