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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1949
Page
2
Arkansas Democrat Mills suggests making corporations prepay their 1949 taxes six months early and spread 1950 payments evenly. He claims July 1, 1950, could shield government revenue while smoothing out cash flow. The plan reportedly aligns with Treasury Secretary Snyder’s views.
The article notes ballot box problems in eastern Germany as Soviet and Red forces influence the vote. It argues that a sizable minority rejected benign rulers, tests Kremlin control, and signals a push for four power rule with veto power to shape postwar Germany. The piece frames Allied resolve to keep Germany aligned with a western state despite Soviet pressure.
South Wayne high school plans commencement services at 8 p m tomorrow with Michael H Klein as speaker. Donors listed include Rosemary Map, Robert Kuebli, George Lindicum, Delbert Meier, Kenneth Scott, and others.
The number of workers drawing unemployment insurance fell by 57,000 last week, the first drop in a month. The total declined to 1,980,000 for the week, compared with 2,000,000 in the prior period.
Real estate transfer shows Robert D. Searles selling 240 acres in Jefferson township to Carlos May 18 1909 for 17800 dollars. Also notes Sunday train with 57 passengers to Madison and missionary Rev J W Stauffacher returning with a native boy to be educated here. Death of Andrew J Hawthorn 73, former Shropshire down sheep raiser. Kathryn Hanock and Orville Pierce wed at St Johns parsonage.
Cameron Wisconsin obituary notes Guy Speirs 90, retired January 1 as general manager of Abbotts Dairies Western Division. Speirs started in 1890 organizing the Washington Cooperative Creamery near Eau Claire and earned honors from the University of Wisconsin and the American Dry Milk Institute. Funeral services set for tomorrow at the local Methodist church and the Masonic temple in Eau Claire. Survived by widow, two sons and two daughters including Mrs. Elliot Kaiser of Madison.
WHA Madison director Kenneth Schmid will speak at the Monroe Kiwanis luncheon tomorrow at the Monroe hotel. He will discuss the future of radio and present the film Behind the Scenes of Radio Broadcasting. Nine new Kiwanis members will be welcomed into membership.
Gov Rennebohm reappoints Madison’s A E Wegner to the state board of accountancy for a term ending June 1952. John M Chancellor of Mr Horeb is named to the free library commission for a term ending June 1954.
Earl White’s 1949 Studebaker sedan, stolen with only 12 miles, was found near Moose Junction missing motor, transmission, radiator, and fuel tank. Richard Nelson and Eaton Conneville, both 20 and 27 of Duluth, were arrested on grand larceny charges and bound over for Superior court after being found with missing parts in a woods hunting shack.
Milwaukee officials lead the Wisconsin Utilities association as Carl A. Altenbern of Burlington becomes president succeeding W. E. Schubert of Appleton. Alfred Gruhl and Paul J. Imse, both Milwaukeeans, are named vice president and treasurer.
At Paris talks the United States and Britain clash with Russia over postwar Germany. Western allies push for a federal republic across their zones, while Soviet leaders demand a unified centralized Germany and troop withdrawal. Observers warn a united Germany could amplify Moscow’s influence and threaten central Europe. White House officials press for decisive action to prove a shift in Soviet intentions.
A prominent figure envisions genuine cooperation with all United Nations members, emphasizing inclusive policies and open to diverse international partners. The remarks stress collaborative approaches to global challenges and constructive engagement across organizations.
Funeral services for John Lelle 85 died Saturday in a Freeport hospital were held this morning at St. Anne's Catholic church with Rev Clarence Thennes officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Born August 27 1863 in Germany he was a retired farmer and is survived by two daughters Caroline Bausman and Elizabeth Winslow both of Warren two sons Nick of South Wayne and John of Freeport three brothers Daniel of Dubuque George of Clear Lake and Henry in Germany.
The U S navy says the London bomber forced down in Cornwall due to radio trouble will resume its Paris to Washington flight today. The incident occurred during the cross Atlantic route and the crew expects to continue as planned.
Milwaukee report notes Wisconsin needs rain for normal crop production. Federal Meteorologist Howard Thompson cites last week’s light rainfall in many areas. Prairie du Chien La Crosse Lancaster Hillsboro and Milwaukee recorded about three fourths of an inch. Central state potato plantings half in ground while southern corn planting increases and some corn up. Central corn still to be planted. most farmers finished spring grain seedings. Oats barley and peas four to six inches high. rye and alfalfa growing well.
New Glarus residents Mrs. Millard Tschudy and Mr. and Mrs. Leamon Gross with son Willows joined neighbors in recalling Earl, brother of Leamon. Visitors include Mrs. Leo Fahey Belleville, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Root Monticello, Mr. and Mrs. John Kundert Monroe, Miss Barbara Meythaler Madison, and kin from Mt Horeb Galena Madison and Belleville.
ETTER'S offers deep cuts on Fieldcrest and Wearwell sheets and pillow cases with Duracale and Wearwell sizes priced from 59 to 3.50. Bath towels drop to 1.39, guest towels 0.79, wash cloths 0.29. LEE'S promotes wedding gowns in ivory satin and marquisette with pearl trim and lace details. BECKER'S LEADER features swimwear from 2.98 to 8.95 and children's suits 1.19 to 3.95.
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