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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1951

Page

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Cattle Disease Plan Passes Assembly and Budget Additions

The Wisconsin assembly approved an 88 to 2 vote for a cattle disease eradication plan targeting brucellosis and tuberculosis with two farmer plans, indemnities, and vaccination rules. Senate approved a 26 to 3 capital expenditures bill totaling 15.12 million dollars, including postwar construction funds and depreciation.

Madison Assembly Senate State Department of Agriculture Wisconsin Kettle Moraine Forest Laird Marshfield

Fourteen to Graduate at Green County Normal School

Fourteen seniors will graduate tonight from Green County Normal School with twelve already under rural teaching contracts for fall. Sidney Ainsworth of Wisconsin High Madison will speak at 8 pm. Beinema starts military service after graduation. class includes Anderson Babler Baehler Conway Duerst Grossenbacher Har tenberger Schoolmeyer Signer Trotter Villella Wells Wenger.

Green County Normal School Otto W. Lund Sidney Ainsworth Wisconsin High Madison England Union Presbyterian Church Dallas D. Landrum Marjorie Anderson Argyle Verla M. Babler Monroe Bernice Baehler Robert Beinema Kathleen Conway Hiawatha Baehler Fairfield Conway Rush Duerst Dayton Grossenbacher East Dayton Signer Meadow Valley Trotter Poplar Grove Wells Oakley Wenger Petersen Beloit Footville Rock County

Milwaukee Mother and Daughter Die at Crossing

A crowded North Shore train struck an auto at a crossing in Milwaukee early today killing Mrs. Francis Dix 49 and her daughter Margaret Houlihan 12. A note to her second husband Albert 36 was found. examiner Ray Gutowski said Mrs. Dix likely drove to the tracks and parked as the child slept to end both their lives.

Milwaukee North Shore Ling Francis Dix Margaret Houlihan

Memorial Rites Salute War Dead in City Parade

Memorial day observance featured Co K medical platoon and Boy and Girl Scout troops in a four block parade from the armory to Greenwood cemetery. Rev. Ralph K Kofoed delivered the address and wreaths were placed on the monument while taps rang out and the high school band performed.

Co. K Armory Greenwood Cemetery Ralph K. Kofoed Sea Scout Patricia Thorp Evelyn Hartwig Ronald Elmer Rose Aeschlimann American Legion Frank W. Heinzelmann Kofoed Theodore J.burgy Robert Marty Lyndon Viel Gen. Logan Lincoln Abraham Lincoln Howard C.schulz Burgy 8Th Avenue 12Th Street 20Th Avenue 16Th Street 23Rd Avenue Heinzelman Pfc Eugene C.schwend Nelson R. Schwend Schwend Korea

Memorial Day Weather and Market Report

Rain continued here after Memorial Day setup with intermittent showers this afternoon and tomorrow. Temperatures stayed in the low 80s with a 0.25 inch rainfall this morning and a 68 degree high at 1 PM. Wisconsin dairy market news notes steady to firm prices and fair to good demand for cheddar and related cheeses.

Madison Federal State Market News Service Wisconsin

Howard Plumb Fights Grass Fire Then Suffers Heart Attack

Howard Plumb 60, Avon township farmer, collapsed from a heart attack after over an hour battling a grass fire on his 8 acre farm. He was alone until the fire department arrived and is in serious condition at his home.

Howard Plumb Avon Township Plumb

Iran Extends Ultimatum Over Anglo-Iranian Seizure

Iran declares immediate nationalization of the Anglo-Iranian oil industry and sets a five day deadline for Britain to propose a solution. A three-man government board will travel to Khuzistan to run the nationalized operations, according to a memorandum.

Iran Britain Anglo-Iranian Co Khuzistan Proce

Rep Monson Hurt In Farm Mishap West Of Wiota

Assemblyman Martin O. Monson 66 of Lafayette County was severely injured at 3 30 p m when he fell from a bulldozer clearing land on his farm west of Wiota His condition later reported satisfactory at St Clare hospital He suffered a compound fracture of the lower leg and pelvic fractures Monson was on the draw bar when he fell against the tread and was drawn between the tread and machine He was transported via road cleared by Willis Schiller Monroe to an ambulance from Darlington Monson serves his third term as Lafayette representative and holds leadership posts with Lafayette Electric Co op and Dairyland Power Co op.

Martin O. Monson Lafayette County Wiota St. Clare Hospital Rep Monson Willis Schiller Monroe

Reds Endure Fierce Combat on Korean Front Near Chorwon

Allied forces report heavy fighting as U S troops press toward Chorwon and Kumhwa while UN forces retake the Hwachon dam. Chinese and Soviet air units clash with B 29s and Sabres as casualties mount and surrender totals rise beyond 10 000 Reds in five weeks.

Tokyo Chorwon Kumhwa United Nations Hwachon Korea Inje Yonchon Seoul Imjin Yongpyong Chipo U. N

Death notices of John Eschler and Mrs. Allen reported in Monticello area

John Eschler a 70 year old Swiss born cheesemaker died at St Clare hospital at 2 a m He was born January 17 1881 in Canton Bern Switzerland came to the United States in 1905 settled in Green County He never married and was preceded by four brothers and two sisters He had no known relatives in the area He was a member of TOOF Concordia Monticello and worked for Mes H Aear Lakeshire Marty Co Swiss Colony Walters Monticello died at 2 a m today in her home She suffered a heart attack while preparing for Memorial day services Funeral services were held for Mrs Allen wife of the late Dr G D Allen Belleville at the Methodist church with burial in Belleville cemetery

John Eschler D.ethea Green Lafayette County St Clare Hospital Canton Bern Switzerland Green County Eschler Toof Concordia Monticello Mes. H. A FHASJ Walters Monticello Shriner Neushwander Paul C. Kehle Allen Claudia Georgia Allen Belleville Carlton H Philadelphia G. D. Allen Rolland C Hudson Herman J Weslace Tex Woman’s, Relief Corps Belleville Group Methodist Scott Belleville Cemetery

Cardinal Dougherty Dies on His 61st Priestly Anniversary

Philadelphia's 85 year old Cardinal Dennis Dougherty died today after a stroke shortly after celebrating mass for the 61st anniversary of his ordination. He was born in Ashland Pennsylvania to Patrick and Bridget Dougherty, immigrant parents from County Mayo. He entered St. Charles Borromeo seminary in 1880 and became bishop in 1903, later serving as a leading figure in the U.S. church.

Philadelphia Dennis Cardinal Dougherty Ashland Cardinal Dougherty Patrick Bridget Henry Dougherty St. Charles Borromeo Seminary United States

Cardinal Dougherty Dies Dean of U S Prelates

Cardinal Dougherty who led the Philadelphia archdiocese since 1918 has died. He was a lifelong churchman and rarely spoke on public affairs. Reports from Rome say Pope Pius XII may soon create new cardinals in a consistory this year.

Philadelphia Sacred College of Cardinals Catholic Church Cardinal Dougherty Sacred College Rome Pius XII

Cadott Man Killed at Platteville State College Dormitory

Leonard Bourget a 50 year old bricklayer from Cadott was killed Tuesday when struck by a hoist while working on a new dormitory at Platteville State College. Another worker Joseph Wayette of Durand suffered minor injuries when the hoist toppled.

Platteville Leonard Bourget Cadott Platteville State College Joseph Wayette Durand

49 Tons of General MacArthur Goods Arrive From Tokyo

The C. C. Ballou naval transport docks at Brooklyn Army Base with 49 tons of MacArthur family goods including three private autos. Also aboard are 43 pieces of baggage, Mrs. Phyllis Gibbons, four members of the Tokyo honor guard, four dogs, and private tutor Mrs. Gibbons for Arthur MacArthur.

Wwew Rork — Ury MacArthur C. C. Ballou Brooklyn Army Base

Trial Opens in Monteith Injury Suit Against Monroe Sales

The Monteiths sue Monroe Sales Co and driver Robert Wilde for injuries after a March 2, 1950 accident. Mrs Monteith seeks 15000 dollars plus medical costs and damages. Mr Monteith seeks 5000 plus costs for hospital bills and loss of companionship. The case is before Judge Harold J Lamboley with multiple attorneys listed for plaintiffs and defense.

Harry Monteith Monroe Sales Co Harold J. Lamboley Wilde, Reger and Johnson Aberg Bell Blake Conrad Madison

Mauritius sails for Iran alert for evacuation

The British Admiralty announced that the 8,000 ton cruiser Mauritius was alerted to sail for Iran if needed for evacuation or any eventuality.

Iran London Mauritius

Open House Set At St. Agnes Hospital After Dedication

The Sisters of St. Agnes announce a public open house for Monday and Tuesday from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm to showcase the new additions. The dedication drew clergy and guests. Bishop OConnor urged medical professionals to serve their communities, praising Catholic hospitals in Wisconsin.

Sisters of St. Agnes Kindschi William P. O'Connor Madison O'Connor Heart of God St. Clare Hospital Msgr. Goebel Wisconsin W. G. Bear Monroe Green County Rudolph Bierberg Fond du Lac Merle Phelen Hutter Construction Co

Robert Marty Receives 1951 American Legion Athletic Medal

Robert Marty son of Mr and Mrs Robert F Marty received the American Legion athletic medal during graduation day activities. Presented by Legion representative J T Etter the award cited athletic ability scholarship cooperation and leadership. Marty captained the basketball team last season starred on the football team and earned honor student and track honors.

Robert Marty Robert F. Marty American Legion J.T. Etter Legion Marty T. Parry Jones Sheboygan Herbert T. Johnson Vilas Park Madison

Admiral Reveals Pentagon Fears of December War Thoughts

Admiral Forrest P. Sherman testified at the Senate inquiry into MacArthur's firing that Russia could end the Korea war at any time as the United States grows stronger. He cited December 1949 concerns of a possible general war, U N counterattacks, and shifts in Allied readiness while noting improved anti communist positions worldwide.

Washington Forrest P. Sherman Russia Korea United States Sherman Naval Operations Senate MacArthur Pentagon J. Lawton Collins Army Tokyo Joint Chiefs of Staff Collins Red China China Kores Chin Senator Lodge Jeff Lodge Joint Chiefs United Nations I ‘Sherman U.N U. N

Davis Soldier Unhurt In Green County Crash

Pfc. Paul Haraldson of Davis escaped injury when his car overturned on a county line bridge eight miles north of here. He was returning from Camp McCoy, fell asleep at the wheel, and the vehicle plunged into a stream after arcing off the bridge.

Wrouncau Paul Haraldson Harold Haraldson Davis Yesterdy Here County Line Road Haraldson Camp McCoy

PSC Sets Hearing On Phone Purchase

PSC schedules a hearing on Belmont Tel Co plans to buy Belmont and Pleasant View Telephone Co facilities for 160000. Belmont firm seeks 27000 in common stock and 133000 to borrow to cover expansion costs.

PSC Varungwwe Opecia Deslington Belmont Tel Co Belmont Pleasant View

Military Tribute At Red Rites For Crash Victims

Funeral services were held today and tomorrow for four crash victims on Schwarzenberger hill. Dale Red 18 of Co K had services this afternoon with the chaplain's ritual read by Capt Bur gy. flag folded by Capt Joseph D ney and presented to mother Mrs Ella Rod. Taps by J Herbert Steffen. firing squad led by Sgt Clarence L Goecks with members Babler Karlen Leopold Marti Maurer Hyland and Seeholzer. Pallbearers were Co K men Babler Neuenschwander DeRemer Dalton and Bear. Services at Shriner Neushwander chapel 1 30 pm led by Rev Lawrence A Brown. Separate services for Mr and Mrs William C Napier held in Chicago. J W Trickel of Mundelein to be buried at All Saints Cemetery Mundelein. Napier leaves son William Jr and daughter Joane Catherine. Trickel survived by wife Charlene Miller Monroe and three sisters. Napier and Trickel died in collision of two cars. Mrs Napier died Monday night in St Clare hospital. Mr Trickel died Tuesday morning.

Schwarzenberger Hill Dale Red Co. K Greenwood Cemetery Theodore J. Burgy Gift of Company Joseph D. Ney Ella Rod J Herbert Steffen Clarence L. Goecks Charles Babler Rolland Karlen William Leopold Werner Marti Richard Maurer James Richard Hyland David Seeholzer Robert Babler Clifford Neuenschwander Walter Marvin DeRemer Arthur Dalton Robert Bear Shriner-Neushwander Santa Marie’ Dei Popolo Mundelein All Saints Cemery Trickel Charlene Miller Monroe Betty Ann J. A. Trickel Chicago J. W. McReynolds Park Ridge Joseph Young Edwin Tompkins Napiers William Jr Joane Catherine Napier Harold Edward Thomas Chicago Laws Institute Tllinois State Bar Association Rod St. Clare Hospital Tricket

Elmer Hurt At Highway Garage In County Incident

Jacob P. Elmer a 24 year veteran county highway employee was injured around 6 pm Tuesday when trapped between two trucks being moved into the sheds. Initial X rays at St. Clare hospital showed a kidney rupture and further examinations were planned. A separate item notes Shullsburg water utility received approval to drill a new well build pumping station extend mains and install meters for 32196 dollars.

Jacob Elmer Jacob P. Elmer St. Clare Hospital Shullsburg Shullsburg Water Utility Public Service Commission

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Wallard Loretta Young Center Lee Wallard Altamont N.Y Dirty Face Indianapolis Dam Charles Blair Fairbanks Alaska Ladd Field Bardu Norway Blair Mary Allen U.S Job Legion Award JCS Adm Forrest Sherman Senate Armed Services and Foreign, Relations Committee U.S. Navy
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