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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1963
Page
6
Weather forecast notes considerable cloudiness and mild conditions with showers or thundershowers likely tonight or Sunday. Cooler conditions expected in the extreme northwest on Sunday. Highs near 66 to 74, lows around 45 to 52.
Monroe police report a forfeiture involving Caroline L. Acker of Milton Junction for operating an unregistered vehicle, resulting in a $10 forfeiture.
Mrs. Clay B. Bridge aged 75 of Orangeville Mrs. Lottie E. Daubert aged 72 of Brodhead Mrs. O L Jones aged 82 of Oshkosh Mrs. Emma B Stuessy aged 81 of Belleville and Theodore Folkedahl aged 82 of rural Blanchardville are named in death notices from local communities.
Mr and Mrs Earl Zimmer man of Brodhead announce a daughter born May 25. Mr and Mrs Nand Skog stad of Beloit announce a daughter born May 25. Mr and Mrs Albert Sellers of Stockton announce a daughter born May 24.
The notice lists medical staff with addresses including Willis Mitchell at 1817 15th Avenue and Diana Lynn Buol Route 3, plus other names in surgical and dismissal categories. Dismissals include Otto Klemm Frank Vonesh Scott Holm and several Mrs. holders with listed spouses and children at unspecified addresses.
Sen. William Proxmire announced federal approval of a $172000 REA loan to the Mt. Vernon Telephone Co. in Verona. The loan will fund better service and add 11 new subscribers.
J A Milner of the Milner Go Ranily Janeral firm in Benton received a 50 year award for embalming at the funeral directors convention held in Milwaukee.
Willis Mitchell of 1817 15th Avenue is reported in good condition at St. Clare Hospital where he was admitted May 15 as a medical patient for treatment of a heart condition.
Brooklyn man Wayne Aaberg released on $2000 bond in Dane County Court on charges of aggravated battery. Arraignment scheduled for Monday.
Mr and Mrs Robert Bollweg of Geneva Court Chicago Illinois announce the birth of a daughter Leslie Michele on Mother's Day They also have a daughter Lisa Renee Mrs Florence Scott of Monroe is the maternal grandmother
Mrs. Robert F. Wagner, wife of the late mayor, underwent neck abscess removal at St. Luke's Hospital and was discharged Friday. A City Hall spokesman said she was feeling fine.
Personal mentions include Mr and Mrs Leonard Taylor of Freeport visiting Mr Emma Monte of Browntown. County Clerk Ray E Kundert and Ray L Beckman ward supervisor traveled to Madison on business. Mrs Donald Sellow and Emma Monte Browntown relatives visited Marshfield. Dr John F Caradine of 1605 26th Street will join 30 dentists from four midwestern states at a conference on preventative and interceptive orthodontics at Iowa State University in Iowa City on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Orangeville resident Mrs Caroline L Trumpy Bridge died 11 45 PM in Freeport Memorial Hospital She was born February 17 1888 and married January 21 1909 to Clay Burton Bridge The couple farmed near Orangeville before retiring in 1945 Surviving are her husband three daughters one son two sisters and 11 grandchildren Burial in Orangeville Cemetery follows services at Zion ECR Church
The Wisconsin highway department reports seven major state roads will have closed areas due to construction this weekend. Detours apply on routes 24 in Milwaukee, 27 south of Cadett, 33 west of Horicon, 46 north of Balsam Lake, 60 west of Hartford, 60 east of Prairie du Lac, and 67 north of Oconomowoc with other sites under construction but open to traffic. Some stretches will have reduced speed or one way traffic.
County Clerk Ray E. Kundert reported six sealed bids for ree parcels now reappraised and up for sale under state law. Bids involve the James Burns Estate in Brook lyn Township, Max Armstrong Estate, a 40 acre wooded lot in Albany Township, and the Ray Cheese Co. building in Monroe. No opening time has been set by the county property committee. Members are Clarence Slotten E H Ross and Matthew Ernser.
Monticello Times Special reports Ted Loeffel won first place in the annual Poppy Day poster contest sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. Charles Anderson took second, Luann Marty third, and Margery Hill fourth. Entries are on display at Blum's store.
Mongolians raise sheep goats cattle camels yaks and mares and transform the milk into yogurt cheese and milk alcohol. They also use fermented mare milk to treat illnesses.
Funeral services for Lottie E. Daubert 72 of Brodhead set for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Newcomer funeral home Brodhead Rev H J Schaar of St Peters Lutheran officiating Burial in Mt Vernon cemetery Juda She died Thursday in Providence hospital Everett after a cerebral hemorrhage seven weeks ago Born Lottie Albrecht December 14 1890 Jefferson Township daughter of Frank and Amelia Albrecht first wife of Henry Bauer in Jura 1909 later married Jacob Daubert 1918 Freeport He died 1948 She married a nephew of her late husband Jacob Daubert March 25 1950 Surviving are son Forrest D Bauer Everett eight grandchildren a half brother Rudolph Albrecht Milwaukee and two half sisters Mrs Cora Onarheim Milwaukee and Mrs Henry Schulz Kewaskum
Miami reports heavy Soviet troop movement in Oriente Province Cuba across from Haiti. Refugees on Morning Light describe two Russians for every Cuban in some areas and claim a submarine base near Holguin with Russian subs seen offshore. They cite hundreds of oil tanks and water shortages in central Havana.
Contests that do not require a purchase would be removed from the list of prohibited lotteries as the Senate narrowly approves the measure in a 17-16 vote. The bill moves on, while other bills on Sunday sales, juvenile court jurisdiction, and aid to unemployed families are killed. Blue Cross expansion to include drugs and nursing services is approved and sent to the governor. Two Senate bills pursue a smut literature inquiry and driving privilege suspensions for under 21 buyers of beer with penalties up to 500 dollars and 90 days in jail.
Washington Rep Vernon W Thomson joined 19 other Republicans to push bills this week to include wheat in current voluntary feed grains programs.
Gail Arnold, daughter of Mrs. Mary Arnold of Sturgeon Bay, named co valedictorian alongside JoAnne Gilbert after earning straight A averages. She ranks high in forensics and GAA activity, was 1962 homecoming queen, and earned a four year University of Chicago scholarship for fall enrollment.
Mrs Alma Starr of 1923 12th street learns her grandson Gary Monigold of Dishler Ohio assisted aboard the aircraft carrier Wasp in installing equipment for scientists and newsmen during the orbital flight of astronaut Cooper.
First Lt. Edward W. Mouw son of Rev. and Mrs. Gerritt E. Mouw Monroe has completed his military service with the U S Marines. His final assignment was on Vieques Island Puerto Rico. He entered the Marines in March 1960.
Army Pfc Robert C Hendrickson of Darlington participated in a May Fort Hood Texas fire power demonstration described as the most comprehensive attack exercise since World War II. Hendrickson entered the Army in 1960 and prior assignments included Fort Sill Oklahoma. He is 21, son of Mr and Mrs Aforris Attendaiceson Route 3 Darlington. His wife Pauline lives in Killeen Texas.
Army Pfc. Fred Young Jr. son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Young Sr. of Route 3 Brodhead took part in Grand Slam II with his Third Armored Cavalry Regiment unit in Germany. A 1957 Orfordville High School graduate, he entered the Army in April 1962, completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri, and arrived overseas in November.
Charles L. Hurlbut of 1322 9th Street has been a patient at the Madison VA hospital since September and is now reported to be critically ill.
Job seekers find opportunities in the Monroe Evening Times as Help Wanted notices highlight available positions across local businesses. Employers advertise openings, outlining roles, qualifications, and contact details for applicants.
A state safety inspection in Monroe checked 516 vehicles. 172 defects were found with 106 five day equipment tickets issued and 1 citation for a four four violation. Major issues included stop light malfunction, seat belt nonuse, and defective license plates and lights.
Wisconsin markets show Swiss steady and cheddar mixed with irregular demand. Supplies remain ample with government contracts absorbing surplus and production for the week ending May 16 at 28.35 million pounds, unchanged from last year.
West Germany ex-defense minister Franz Josef Strauss will be hustled secretly to a Tel Aviv hotel for a 12 day official visit. An Israeli spokesman said the arrival will be a top secret operation due to hostility. Israel regards Strauss as a good friend with a Nazi taint-free past.
In Skien Norway two inmates escaped from the local jail after breaking through three brick walls using a bread knife on Friday The escape prompted police to call for more bricks or more guards at the facility as authorities search for the men
A compact notice invites renters to use The Monroe Evening Classifieds to find available rooms. It emphasizes quick placement and broad reach for rental listings in the local paper.
Harold A. Wagner 56 will retire at month end after 31 years delivering mail for Monroe. He covers about 12 miles daily to houses south of the Milwaukee Road tracks and spends the rest of the day casing mail at the Post Office. Wagner plans remodeling at the Sugar River cottage, fishing, photography, and spending time with three grandchildren. A retirement banquet with a clarinet quintet from Monroe High will honor him tonight. retirement takes effect Monday.
Theodore Folkedahl 82 Blanchardville Mt Horeb area farmer died at 6 last night after a year long illness in a Green County hospital. Survived by a son Kenneth. Born December 6, 1880 he married Clara Maria Swiggum June 14, 1905 she died June 24, 1962. Services 2 p.m. Monday at York Evangelical Lutheran Church with calls at Saether funeral home Blanchardville tomorrow afternoon.
Yugoslavian President Tito turned 71 today as youth groups children and workers flocked to the government palace to offer congratulations and gifts over the last two days.
Explosions damaged windows of the 34 story Louisiana Capitol and a nearby apartment building in Baton Rouge. No injuries reported. The Magnolia tree near Huey Long burial site was stripped of leaves. A separate blast hit the LSU stadium dormitory, waking students.
Marinette County District Attorney Daniel Mir en issued warrants and two beer tavern operators Friday alleging they sold beer unlawfully to two Michigan youths linked to a triple highway fatality. Sheriff Marriner Kohl man joined in warning of a crackdown on illegal operations by the county's many bars. Summer resort taverns attract 18 year olds under county option though Michigan requires 21.
The State Department of Agriculture announced an administrative proceeding against Hawthorn Mellody Farms Dairy of Wisconsin in Waukesha to probe possible Dairy Trade Practices Act violations. A hearing is set in Madison on June 26 on a complaint alleging discrimination in wholesale milk prices via special discounts to chain store customers.
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