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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1948
Page
2
Henry and Uncle Joe Stalin appear to cast doubt on U S government approval of Mr Wallace's positions. Wallace is no longer in government and cannot speak for official policy on foreign affairs. The piece argues his involvement adds confusion rather than clarity to the debate on international issues and peace.
The dismissal of John L. Lewis and United Mine Workers civil contempt charges aims to clear obstacles for a new soft coal mining plan. Lewis and mine owners pause negotiations on a fresh contract after a season of clashes with nationwide impact.
President Truman issues a communique on atomic progress, prompting questions about why hints of weapon development are shared publicly. Critics warn this could be Moscow propaganda or a security risk, while some prefer information on peaceful atomic energy to reduce vulnerability.
Michael Klein of the University of Wisconsin extension division is slated to speak at the Darlington high school senior graduation in the school gym at 8 Friday evening. The senior banquet follows Thursday night, sponsored by Band Mothers club and class. Baccalaureate services were held Sunday with Msgr Roane Begs leading the service.
Luck, Wisconsin Charles D. Madsen announced his candidacy in the Republican primary for the tenth district congressional seat challenging incumbent Representative Alvin E. O’Konski of Merrill.
On May 19 1938 blankets valued above 100 dollars were stolen from a Monticello woolen mill. Firemen’s convention opened in Monticello as Illinois state fire marshal discussed investigation of incendiary fires. Hilton West, once of Monticello, shot at target practice after joining Janesville police. Mrs. Jay A Winneman of Albany broke an arm. Mrs. Cora Krise Fitch, a Monroe native, died in Michigan.
The Legler family near New Glarus marks seven generations at the farm west of town in Legler valley. Descendants include Cheryl Rae Zentner and Roderick William Zentner with roots tracing to Fridolin Legler Jr and Swiss-German settlers, noting ties to the Zentner and Skogan lines and the extended family across multiple farms in Green County.
New York writer Hal Boyle imagines guided missiles as a playful future tool for peace. He jokes that small pocket missiles with radio would perform tasks from scaring dogs to calling taxis, while noting the absurdity of weaponizing tech. The piece blends satire with cautious U.S. wartime reflections.
A satirical riff envisions guided missiles as a cure for social and political ills from window snideness to traffic control. The narrator imagines advertisers and fans misusing missiles, then argues congress might fix these problems while noting personal concerns about pressing the button for ten years.
Jack Joseph Wieland aged 10 months son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wieland of Greenwood Beloit and former Green county residents died at 2 15 yesterday morning in Municipal hospital Beloit Funeral services will be held at 10 oclock tomorrow in the Rosman Uehling Kinzer chapel Beloit Rev James Haffner officiating Burial will be in Greenwood cemetery He is survived by his parents four sisters Linda Judith Jean and Delores maternal grandmother Mrs John Ammann Monticello paternal grandfather Fred Wieland Orangeville July 2 1947 birth date.
The Grant’s Maple Grove inn dining room, operated by Robert Dalton and chef Dick Wong of Monroe, is set to formally open tomorrow evening. The redecoration features red leatherette chairs, knotty pine wainscoting, colorful striped walls, an east-facing patio with umbrellas, and a flagstone walk. Two large coolers for meat aging were installed after Roy M. Grant bought the inn on March 1.
Knights of Columbus to elect officers at the next meeting on June 1 after a bi monthly gathering. A committee report on candidates was presented and final plans were made to attend the state convention in Green Bay next Monday and Tuesday. Communion Sunday for council 1471 at Brodhead on the last Sunday in May will be postponed.
A humorous sales pitch boasts The Monroe Mart offers a vast catalog with deeply discounted items from hardware to fur coats. It promises factory to you pricing, long list of merchandise, and a focus on savings while inviting shoppers to visit at the Health Bath Building corner.
A local feature promotes graduation gifts at Lee's store with options from gloves at one dollar to luggage from Samsonite and a full range of accessories. It also highlights shoe repair at The Tread Right and home style items from Baker's Book Store, Ett er's intimates, and Style Shop gowns, with focus on brides and teen fashion.
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