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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1959
Page
2
A Monroe high school junior Georgia Weeden writes from a student’s view on the meaning of education and its link to the new facilities to be dedicated Sunday. Her piece emphasizes access to resources, student welfare, and the evolving role of schools in shaping future opportunities.
Students inspect the arched entry, flagpole, and modern facilities of a new high school. The piece urges appreciation of the opportunity, emphasizes building a strong foundation, and notes the school’s role in future culture and education across the nation.
George E. Watson state school superintendent will deliver the principal address at Sun day dedication for Monroe's new high school. Watson is serving his third four year term as state public instruction administrator. A Neenah native, he previously led Waupaca and Waunakee districts for twelve years each.
The article lists top honors for Judo Union Free high school with Schilt Andrews and Roth receiving awards, notes tornado outbreaks killing 46 across Illinois Missouri and Indiana, and adds church appointment in Milwaukee and a lightning death of a 15 year old in Orfordville. It also summarizes 1934 activities including barber meeting and Monroe Dramatic Club play.
May 22, 1919 Gov. Philipp names Capt. A. E. Mitchell of Company H as sheriff after the death of Yate Matt Sollivan in a triple tragedy on a farm north of town. Col. Langdon of the 127th Infantry recommended Mitchell who led three battalions as acting major. A new Brodhead hydroelectric plant goes online to provide 24 hour power. No damage from a minor fire at David Fritz garage on East Racine Street. Monroe High student John Mielke wins state essay contest. three other locals receive recognition.
Green County agricultural society closes a deal for the United Fairs Booking Association carnival at the county fair May 22 1909. Senior athletes lead in most events at the high school field meet held at the fairgrounds. Rev J W Cummings and 20 boys enjoy a fishing outing near Monticello. Mrs William Dunwiddie called to Waterloo Ia due to her mother's illness. Helen Sughran to come from Chicago to teach water color at Schisser’s bookstore. High school botany class has a Schultz picnic.
Church services and Sunday school times listed for many congregations in Monroe and area. Denominational details include hymnals, choirs, confirmations, vacations Bible school, and special services led by pastors such as Rev. Warfel, Rev. Toepel, Rev. Bittorf, Rev. Vevle, Rev. Housh, Rev. Bartel, Rev. Ridnour, Rev. Holling, Rev. Schinkel, Rev. King, Rev. Gibson, and Rev. Lepien.
Community church schedule lists services for Lamont Woodford Gratiot South Wayne and Browntown with times for Sunday school and worship. Rev. Ray E. Robinson Rev. Robinson Rev. Thomas Jarrell and Rev. Browntown are named as leaders.
In Monroe St Andrew's presents sung Mass and sermon with Sunday school at 10 30 a m. Weekday Masses at 7 30 a m Wednesday. Confirmation class at 4 p m Thursday. Holy Days Mass 7 30 a m Rev Larry J Trayser also in Darlington Kemper Memorial holds Sunday Mass 8 30 a m and Saturday church school at 10 a m Rev Trayser leads both parishes.
The New Apostolic Church in Monroe lists worship at 10 a.m. and a Sunday school at 11 a.m. with evening service at 7 30 p.m. Monday features a teachers meeting at 8 p.m. Wednesday includes an evening service at 8 p.m led by Rev. R H Scharnweber.
Sunday school starts at 9 30 a m worship follows at 10 45 a m Junior High Fellowship at 3 p m Monday junior choir at 4 p m Tuesday deacons meet at 7 30 p m Thursday adult choir rehearses at 7 p m Rev Garrett E Mouw leads the church program across the week
The schedule lists WSWS evening circle sessions at parsonage Tuesday 8 p.m. and Wednesday 8 p.m. in Orangeville with Mrs Arnold Aisenbrey, a choir practice Thursday 7 30 p.m. led by Rev Milford W Best, Sunday school 9 45 a.m. worship 10 45 a.m. at Bethel, and a Mother Daughter banquet Friday 6 30 p.m. at Orangeville Methodist Church hosted by Rev Best.
Monroe St Johns and nearby churches publish Sunday schooling worship times and weekly activities. Rev Olm and Rev Felts lead services and choir rehearsals. Monticello Zwingli hosts Baccalaureate and minister events. Afalkey Grace and Cedarville Emmanuel share midweek prayers and camp night programs. Brotherhood events in Green Lake and WMS evenings noted.
The item lists weekly church activities and service times for Rev. Daniel V. Schowalter at St Pauls including worship at 9 30 a m and Sunday school 10 30 a m. New Glarus Swiss church offers 8 and 10 30 a m worship with 9 15 a m Sunday school along with baccalaureate, staff meetings, and social events led by Rev. Lynn F B Tschudy.
The Monroe Assembly of God lists Sunday school at 10 a.m. worship at 11 a.m. Evangelistic service with music at 8 p.m. on Sundays. Thursday Bible study and prayer meet at 8 p.m. Rev. W. C. Anderson leads the congregation.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Monroe lists Sunday school at 9 30 a m and services at 10 45 a m. Testimonies of healing are held Wednesday at 7 45 p m with reading room hours Wednesday and Saturday from 2 to 4 p m.
The Church of the Nazarene lists worship at 11 a.m. a Young People's service at 7 p.m. evening evangelistic service at 7 45 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 45 p.m. Rev H D Reidel presides at services.
The notice lists worship at 11 a.m. and an evening gospel hour at 7 30 p m at the IOOF hall for a Baptist congregation.
Hall midweek service at parsonage 7 30 p m with Rev James D Cooper Juda First Sunday school 10 worship 11 a m Youth Fellowship 7 p m Thursday midweek prayer meeting 7 30 p m led by Rev John M Leggett
The universalist church outlines a 9 30 worship service followed by a 10 45 a m gathering led by Rev Jesse R Dom. The note confirms service times and the officiant for the morning program.
Seven adults join the Monroe high school workforce in clerical custodial and cafeteria roles alongside instructional staff. Helen R. Rosenthal, married with three decades in public service and a decade with the Monroe Board of Education, leads as part of the administrative team. Alvin Wilde, married with two children, brings 19 years carpentry experience and serves as head custodian. George Johnson, married with two children, hails from Monroe Wisconsin with similar family ties and staff tenure.
A list of Monroe residents connected with the new Monroe High School shows Herbert William and Merle Erickson both serving as assistant custodians. Merle Erickson previously ran a restaurant and Herbert worked as a carpenter and farmer. Also listed are Mrs. Marvin Schwerin and Mrs. Roy Feldt with backgrounds in rural teaching and factory work, all now serving in the high school cafeteria roles.
Monroe Lions Club will elect officers Monday night at the Swiss Wheel. Attendees will view pictures from the Giants Colts playoff football game.
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