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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1964
Page
2
The notice invites readers to subscribe for republication of all local news and AP dispatches from the paper, advertising a ten dollar annual rate paid in advance. It provides the contact telephone number 325-5101 for inquiries.
Editorial notes the Fred T. and Bertha A. Odell memorial scholarship trust, projected to reach about 65 000 dollars with annual grants near 2600 dollars. Administered by Monroe Board of Education, the fund supports all higher education fields without restrictions and aims to inspire similar gifts in the future.
Sixty five attended the Smiley Special Room picnic held yesterday at the school located at the junction of Highways 59 and 39, a mile southwest of Albany. Rudolph T. Haskee, county superintendent of schools, and Mrs. Gunhild Boswell among attendees. On Tuesday the school will visit the Madison Zoo. Training room taught by Mrs. Roy Habeck and the educational room by Mrs. Fred Probst.
Ten years ago memories include Antique Automobile Club visit with 41 old time cars from Illinois and Wisconsin, and 100 members arriving from Dundee Milwaukee Moline and Rock Island. A Monroe native dies in Albany and a Racine hotel resident passes away. Alice in Dairyland finalists Mary Ellen McCabe and Joan Baugh are named in Eau Claire regional. Seven years ago the Squalus disaster and Dionne quintuplets tour are noted, plus Monroe cheese drive set for June. A years ago report recalls a 1924 Monticello car theft and local deaths. A 1914 note mentions Herman Rosenthal case and Wilson Mexico City secrecy. Baseball practice in Gratiot May 30 precedes league play at Monticello.
Holy Rosary parish in Darlington plans a June 7 centennial observance with a pontifical high mass by Bishop William P. O Connor at 11 a.m. followed by a dinner. The event coincides with the pastor Msgr Bernard Doyle’s Golden Jubilee and the parish school’s 50th anniversary.
Memorial Day events feature Monroe high school band at Greenwood cemetery from 9 to 9:30 am with a program led by Allan F Barnard. Cadet Band Drum Corps joins the parade from Monroe Armory at 9 am, with Gregory Olson leading and a roster of performers listed.
Green County shows a 0.1 percent brucellosis rate after the 26th ring test round. statewide rate stands at 0.155 percent, down from 9.205 percent in round 25. The program tests 85,600 herds thrice yearly with December 1965 target for eradication. Green, Lafayette, and other counties report 0.1 percent positives.
Rev Mouw of Union Presbyterian church attended the 29th annual Military Chaplains Association convention at the Sherman House Chicago from Tuesday to Thursday. The theme was Unity Its Problems and Promises. Bob Hope was honored for 20 years of entertaining troops. An interfaith panel included Rev Bernard J Cooks Rabbi Morris Adler and Dr Joseph Sittler. Dial 325 5101 for an Adtaker today.
Green County delegates attend State 4H Club Week in Madison June 6-19 with an adult chaperone team led by Calvin E. Kraemer and Mrs. Emery Ace. Chorus members Lauren D. Young Melvin D. Walter and David Beutel join Jane Huffman as band member. Steven Mitschele and a roster of delegates from Juda Monroe Browntown and Blanchardville prepare for events.
Ronald Betti announces Fifth Army Band auditions for area musicians to fulfill military obligations. Regular auditions at the Post Office each Wednesday lead to enlistment and band assignment after training. The band, based at Fort Sheridan Illinois, includes players from Stan Kenton, Goldman, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra, with a WEKZ radio program Saturdays at 2 PM.
In the six months since his death, millions have visited Kennedy's grave. Sen Edward Kennedy was spotted at his brother's grave amid tourists. The final memorial design remains undecided, with the eternal flame atop a temporary base. Permanent features will include the flame and surrounding greenery, with mementos cleared and sent to the White House until the library is ready. A notable moment occurred when former President Betancourt of Venezuela sent a wreath in a sign of enduring friendship.
Douglas Daniel Hunt of 1805 8th street joined on June 4, 1962, followed by Jeffrey Thomas Hunt at the same address on November 8, 1963, marking two new local registrations.
Young readers up to 12 wage are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls Club. Fill out the coupon and mail to the Evening Times Club Monroe Wis. Include date of birth and age last birthday. The report notes Betancourt’s trembling hands over a grave where scars from burns appear on one hand. By Martha Cole Associated Press writer.
Miss Lureen M. Roenneburg eight granddaughter of Mr and Mrs Franklin Roenneburg Ju ja Japan received the Remington Rand Business Award at the eleventh Honor Day assembly of Zama American High School. The award honors the best prepared all around student in business education and includes a portable Remington Rand typewriter. Roenneburg plans to attend Dr Martin Luther College New Ulm Minnesota.
Air rehearsals for beginners on band and orchestra instruments will be held in the Band House at 1410 15th avenue until the new junior high wing is ready. Allan F. Barnard, band director, invites beginners entering 6th grade next year to sign up next Tuesday or Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 pm or 7 to 9:30 pm. Parents should accompany each prospective beginner to help choose an instrument. rentals are available for a trial. Summer lessons will continue as the class meets.
SEW GLARUS Times Special reports Mrs J W Schroeder and Joe Haegele joined the Gallon club after their latest blood donation at the Bloodmobile visit in New Glarus. Seven more patrons were recognized for pledges equal to the cost of processing a pint of blood totaling six dollars: Mr and Mrs Joseph Thoma, Mrs Phillip N Marty, Gerald H Disch, Jacob Bruni, and Mr and Mrs Jacob Disch.
Diplomatic sources say India asks Washington to sell three squadrons of F104 jet fighters to strengthen its military against China as part of a broader defense buildup. The request comes amid rising regional tensions and strategic ties with the United States.
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