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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1960

Page

3

G U G G Club Meeting At Turner Hall

Mrs. Max H. Voelkli chaired the G U G G G club entertainment committee at Turner Hall with aides Mrs. Wilbur Deininger Anton Motz Margaret Stocker and Will Rufer. Birthday greetings were sung to Mrs. Flaherty and Mrs. Augsburger. Committee members named for resolutions included Mrs. Reberli Rieder and Elmer. Yass winners were Mrs. Rothenbuehler and Mrs. Casanova while 500 honors went to Mrs. Redman and Mrs. Schadewalt. Refreshments served for 48 members by Mrs. Kerner and committee. Next meeting June 9.

Max H. Voelkli G.U.G.G Turner Hall Wilbur E. Deininger Anton Motz Margaret Stocker Will Rufer William Flaherty Lena Augsburger Albert Reberli Fred Rieder Mary Elmer

Nielsen Will Speak At Sunday Services

Monroe high school principal Lloyd C. Nielsen will speak at Union Presbyterian church Sunday at 10 45 a m on The Unfinished Task. Former servicemen Neal Hagan Dave Miller Herbert Booth Andrew E Erickson Jr and Dr Hugh Williams participate in leading worship scripture prayers announcements and the benediction.

Lloyd C. Nielsen Monroe High School Union Presbyterian Church Neal Hagan Dave Miller Herbert Booth Andrew E. Erickson Jr Hugh Williams

Farewell Coffee Held For Teachers in City

Mrs. Thomas A Cunningham and Mrs. William F Thurber hosted a farewell coffee at the Thurber home for North school teachers not returning next year. Honored were Patricia Gnagi bound for Milwaukee, Nathan Brand to Madison, John Auestad retiring, P J Olson moving to East school, and Doris Messmer becoming East school principal.

Thomas A. Cunningham William F. Thurber Thurber 14Th Avenue North School Patricia Gnagi Milwaukee Nathan Brand Madison John Auestad P. J. Olson East School Doris Messmer

Oakley Bible School Set for June 6 at Union Church

The annual Bible School at Union Church Oakley runs June 6 to 10 for one week. It will be an all day event with attendees bringing sack lunches. Women of the congregation will teach the classes and all children are welcome.

Union Church Oakley

Baptism Held At St Pauls UCC Wayne Township

Marlene Mae Birk daughter of Mr and Mrs Victor Birk of South Wayne was baptized during worship at St Pauls United Church of Christ Wayne Township on Sunday Sponsors were Mr and Mrs Gerald Akins of South Wayne.

Marlene Mae Victor Birk South Wayne St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Wayne Township Gerald Akins

Memorial Day Service in Orangeville at Emmanuel Church

The annual service will be held in Emmanuel church with the Cedarville Memorial Post of the American Legion leading the event.

Orangeville Emmanuel Church Cedarville The American Legion

Area OES Members Honored for 30+ Years of Service

Fourteen of 31 South Wayne Eastern Star members reach 30 or more years in the chapter at a recent meeting. Corsages were given by the associate matron, with readings, music from a Monroe high school quartet, and a pot luck supper. Ed Good and Annie Binger note milestone birthdays, 80 and 85, respectively.

South Wayne Times South Wayne Eastern Star Gladys Howery Mmes Pearl Weckerly Fernier Stixrood Ethel Olson Mattie Peterson Viola Olson Alvena Krupke Clara Bragg Theda May Elpha Leck Sadie Maddrell Annie Binger Ben Maddrell Ed Good Clara Montgomery Betty Lawrence Helen Miller Monroe High School JoAnne Montgomery

Assemblyman Stauffer Speaks to Ruth Circle

MONTICELLO Times Special C M Stauffer was guest speaker at the Ruth Circle Wednesday evening at the Parish House. He spoke on his work as assemblyman for Green County. Hostesses were Mrs A G Hill and Mrs John Zimmerman. Guests included Mrs Stauffer Mrs J Allan Mittler and Mrs Wallace Feldt.

25th Block Reunion Set for June 5 at East Clarno

The 25th annual Block family reunion will be held Sunday June 5 at East Clarno church. This year the date moved from the second to the first Sunday in June. More than 100 direct descendants and relatives attend annually.

East Clarno Church

South Wayne WSCS To Meet Wednesday

The WSCS will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Methodist church. Rev. William Pettibone, the pastor, will lead the program. Hostesses will be Mrs. Robert Mahikuch, Mrs. Harry Homb, and Mrs. Sam Johnson.

South Wayne WSCS William Pettibone Mmes Robert Mahikuch Harry Homb Sam Johnson

Swiss Birthday Club Meets at Monticello

The Swiss Birthday club gathered Thursday at the Hammerly home to honor Mrs. Marie Hammerly and Mrs. Ernest Wenger. A social afternoon followed the celebration with neighbors and friends in attendance.

Monticello Marie Hammerly Ernest Wenger Hammerly

Community gathering attended by local residents and guests

Attendees included Mrs. Adolph Kummer Monroe and Mrs. Leonard Altman New Glarus along with Mmes. Adolph Kummer Monroe Fred Studer Adolph Kistler John A Marty George Graf Louise Blum Marie Meyer Ernest Schuerch Anna Schweizer and John Meier Sr. Other guests were Adolph Kummer Monroe Adolph Kistler and Ernest Wenger.

Mmes Adolph Kummer Monroe Fred Studer Adolph Kistler John A. Marty George Graf Louise Blum Marie Meyer Ernest Schuerch Anna Schweizer John Meier Sr Leonard Altman New Glarus Ernest Wenger

Bible School Postponed in Spring Grove

The State Line Bible school planned for early June is postponed until later this summer awaiting a permanent pastor. The final date will depend on the pastor’s arrival.

Meeting Wednesday Orangeville WSCS Session

The Methodist church WSCS will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the church.

Orangeville WSCS The Methodist Church

U S Catholic Census Nears Forty One Million

The 1960 Catholic Directory shows the U S Catholic population including Alaska and Hawaii at 40 871 302. This marks a rise of 1 365 827 from last year and 47.2 percent above the 1950 figure of 27 766 141.

New York United States Alaska Hawaii

Degree Conferred by Royal Arch Masons in Palestine

Mark master degrees were conferred last night at the meeting of the Royal Arch Masons Palestine chapter in the Masonic Temple. Members will travel to Janesville tomorrow where Olin Flisram of Monroe will be honored as the newly elected grand high priest at 6 30 p.m.

Mark Royal Arch Masons Palestine Masonic Temple Janesville Olin Flisram Monroe

Lakes Resting in Extinct Italian Volcano Caldera Rims

Numerous Italian lakes lie within the rims of extinct volcanic craters. The geological setting preserves caldera structures and scenic basins formed by ancient eruptions, yielding deep blue waters and unique shorelines.

Jordan Church Plans 100 Year Observance

Jordan Lutheran church near Browntown marks its centennial with services on July 24 led by Dr. Fredrick A. Schiotz and a parade of area Lutheran pastors. A July 28 pageant in historical dress and a July 31 reunion sermon by Rev. Jus tin Flak highlight weekend events. The public is invited.

Jordan Church Browntown Jordan Lutheran Church Jordan Wiota Women’s Missionary Federation of Jordan Justin Flak Robert Verle Flak Oscar Nybroten Fred Probst Randall Hanson Lawrence Berg

Senate panel to hear liquor ban on airlines plan

Washington The Senate commerce committee will hold brief public hearings on a bill to prohibit serving liquor on commercial airlines. The move aims to curb in-flight drunkenness and improve passenger safety.

Washington Senate Commerce Committee

Argyle Graduates Receive Diplomas at 70th Commencement

Argyle high school held its 70th commencement in the gym last night with 32 seniors receiving diplomas. William C. Kahl addressed the crowd on Values in Education. Nine top students with 90 average earned letters. Margaret Ann Barry spoke for the class and announced program numbers including a salutatory The Dawning Sun and a valedictory The Fading Shadows.

Argyle Argyle High School William C. Kahl P. J. Morgan Margaret Ann Barry Robert Davis William Flanagan Linda Gunderson Ronald Kammerud James McGinnity Randolph Wold Madrigal Group Ivy the Fading Shadows Kathleen Elmer Emil Martinson Paul Thompson Board of Education

Two Given 30 Years In Woman's Slaying

Roosevelt Morgan age 17 and Ronald McCloud age 16 were found guilty of third degree murder in the beating death of a 47 year old woman. A municipal judge sentenced both to up to 30 years in the Wisconsin Reformatory near Green Bay. The trial by jury of 12 men followed about 90 minutes of deliberation. Both defendants are described as Negro.

Milwaukee Wisconsin Reformatory Green Bay Roosevelt Morgan Ronald McCloud Herbert Steffes

Mishap Injures Five At Lake Park Ride

A roller coaster car without an attendant derailed at Lespurdsville Lake Park near Middletown Ohio injuring five West Alexandria high school students.

Middletown Ohio Lespurdsville Lake Park Here West Alexandria High School

Market recap Chicago hogs cattle and grains report

Chicago hog values show steady butchers with mixed lots across weights 14.75 to 17.50 per cwt and scarce under 220 lb. Cattle and calves trade results limited with steer loads at 24.00, cows and bulls listed. Butter and eggs steady with wholesale prices unchanged. Grain quotes lack wheat sales with corn and soybeans listed at prevailing futures prices.

Chicago USDA Chicago Merccantile Exchange

Memorial Day Parade in Orangeville at 10 30 a m

Rain changes plans to a Memorial Day service in the Legion building. If not rain, the parade departs Legion Home at 10 30 a m and proceeds to the bridge for Naval War Dead ceremonies before reaching the cemetery. Children place wreaths, then an open air program with Rev Massey as speaker.

Orangeville Legion Massey Dakota Community Church American Legion Boy Scouts, Auxiliary

Vanguard grounded over engine fault halting London Paris plan

Britain's Vickers Vanguard the largest airliner so far has been grounded due to a Rolls Royce turboprop engine fault. British European Airways had planned to introduce the 139 seat plane on the London Paris route in early July.

London Britain British European Airways Paris

Bruni-Miller's Draperies and Accessories Ad

Advertises Bruni-Miller's draperies with patterns in numerous fabrics at low prices. Highlights 36 inch Clipper cloth $1.00 yard, satin-back stripes $1.60-$1.75, 48 inch Bark cloth $1.50, 48 inch Fiberglass $2.50, 44 inch Satin glass $2.59, 58 inch Kwan Yin handmade paper fabric $3.95, shower curtains $4.95, drapery $3.95, and pillows from $1.00.

Bruni- Miller Berniece Helen Bruni-Miller’s Kwan Yin

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