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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1952
Page
2
The piece blames college cutups for masked raids on radio stations broadcasting fake war bulletins. It notes potential legal risks, FCC penalties, and suggests such stunts harm university prestige and could shift views on draft exemptions. It calls for responsible student conduct and warns of broader consequences.
The piece notes rising war tensions in Washington as officials anticipate clear showdown lines. It cites Communist activity in Berlin Paris and France and hints of a Red offensive in Korea. It warns of power politics by the Kremlin and stresses the need to identify reliable allies during potential conflict.
Monroe Chamber of Commerce studies push for new enterprise to boost community well being and future readiness. Leaders urge twofold planning that safeguards existing advantages and broadens focus beyond purely industrial aims. The piece notes Monroe’s role as a farming district trading hub and cautions against risky changes that could erode past prosperity.
Even in deep cold, heat pumps extract ambient warmth to heat homes and other buildings, providing efficient winter comfort. The concept highlights a way to use available outdoor heat to indoors.
Father Joseph Emmenegger presided the first solemn mass at St Victor's Catholic church in Monroe. A Monroe priest trained at a world famous Georgian university in Rome is noted. Monroe graduates from the University of Wisconsin 89th commencement include Figi, Trukenbrod, Karlen, Myers Jr., Chesebro, Miller, Kubly, Koch, Meythaler. War conference attendees include the Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Washington. A plane crash in the Far East claims Sgt Rolfe Max Smith, 38, a former Monroe resident. Memorial Day notes reflect community history with past observances, stage acts, poppy sales, and local banquets.
A national editorial warns that rising newsprint costs threaten many newspapers and vigilance is needed to preserve an independent press. It argues higher prices will raise paper, labor, and distribution costs, risking fewer papers and smaller local reporting while stressing the value of free journalism to democracy.
Mrs. Jennie Blakely 94, born Jennie May Bargewell in Evansville, died Wednesday at her daughter Harriett Ford's home in Yumatilla Oregon. Widow of Dr. George Blakely, former Albany village physician, she had lived in Oregon for 40 years after returning to Evansville in 1904. Survived by daughters Miriam and Harriett, sons Leslie Fred and others. two sons Glen and William and a sister preceded her in death. Graveside rites were held in Evansville.
Milwaukee attorney Perry J. Stearns announced his bid to challenge Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy in the Republican primary. He becomes the fourth Republican entrant alongside Chester Dempsey Andrew Jacobson and Edward J. Yockey in the Wisconsin race.
A United States legation report from Bucharest says Ana Pauker has fallen from her party posts and may lose government roles though she reportedly still holds the positions of vice premier and foreign minister. The upheaval signals a major shakeup in Romania's Communist leadership.
Mrs. Ernest Sornberger, 66, lifelong Belmont resident, died after a long illness at a Platteville hospital. Services 8:40 a.m. Monday at Thomas funeral home Platteville and 9 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial in St. Paul's Cemetery Mineral Point. Rosary 3:30 p.m. tomorrow. Survived by husband, three sons Kenneth California Arthur Leo Belmont, three brothers Leo Lawrence John Long Kenosha, and one grandchild.
Mrs. Sarah Jane Windecker 86 died early Thursday at her daughter Mrs. John Foss home. Services held at 2 p m in Grace Evangelical Congregational church Afalkey with Rev. Robert Wilson officiating. Burial Afalkey cemetery. Born in Rock Grove township widow of Joseph L. Windecker. Survived by daughter and sister Mrs Mable Spaide Freeport.
Rep Glenn R. Davis of Wisconsin spoke to alma mater graduates at Platteville State Teachers College. He warned against letting politicians do their thinking, saying relief bought with freedom yields a hidden cost. He urged students to guard their liberty while seeking solutions.
Donald J. Bero, 31, of Two Rivers, was named by Gov. Kohler as district attorney of Manitowoc County. He succeeds William R. Glason, who resigned to take a Green Bay OPS post. Bero starts immediately. the term runs until next January.
All boys and girls up to 12 years old are invited to join the Monroe Evening Times Boys and Girls Club. Fill out this coupon and mail to the Evening Times Club Monroe Wisconsin. Name street or R F D postoffice date of birth age last birthday.
Miss Stark a Davis school teacher from Martintown Green County received a five week summer conservation workshop scholarship at Eagle River from June 16 to July 19. Funded by First National Bank and local savings banks, the program offers six credits toward a BA in education.
Clarence W Hubbard age 72 of Madison died Wednesday in a Madison hospital. Services held at Frautschi funeral home with Rev Roy W Zimmer officiating. Burial in Maple Hill cemetery Evansville. He was a former Evansville farmer, Canada resident, worked for International Harvester, and was a 32nd degree Mason. He leaves widow Mabel a sister and brothers Lloyd and Robert.
A long birthday greetings page lists names and addresses for a Times Children’s Club on Sunday June 1 through Saturday June 7. The notes include Larry Wells, Guy Loeffel, Sharon Scheidegger, Cale donia, Terry Runkle, Lynn Samson, Jerald Wendlandt, Nancy Norder, Roger Gempeler, and others with route numbers and streets. A later paragraph describes scarce snow and a family feeding birds with apples, ending with attribution to Fred Cornelius and Our Shumbo Animals.
Dianne Winning of 1347 Wisconsin Avenue Beloit joined on July 9 1947. Linda Jean Kohlhagen resides route 1 and observed on August 16 1951. Steven Kohlhagen route 1 observed June 30 1950. Phillip Oliver and Stanley Lyle Welton twins from route 1 Albany were registered December 31 1951.
Wisconsin and Minnesota line damage estimated at 1,453,000 with La Crosse at 532,500 and Prairie du Chien at 268,000. A. D. Sania notes 1951 flood was higher by four-tenths to six-tenths of a foot, and prevented $575,000 in further damage by warnings and dikes.
The Green County Historical Society museum opens tomorrow from 2 to 5 p m at the Idle Hour farm carriage house just north of the city. A member will answer questions as new items go on display for the first time including a horsehair upholstered chair donated by Mrs J D Hahlen and a matching settee to follow after renovations. Velvet boots worn by Metta Monroe and a Civil War hat from Dr Will Monroe's father are shown alongside pioneer cheese factory equipment and kitchen articles. Miss Anna O Blum leads the organization.
Milwaukee filed a circuit court petition asking review of a State Public Service Commission order that granted Wisconsin Tel annual rate increases totaling 3.7 million dollars. The city argues the rates are unjust and excessive and notes some exchanges outside Milwaukee pay lower rates despite higher returns in the metro area.
Judge Harold J. Lamboley in Albany Memorial Day address argues power uniquely binds peace and warns against pure dominance. He presents pessimistic and optimistic views on inevitability of war, urges a constitutional world government based on justice and liberty to prevent conflict and achieve perpetual peace, lasting beyond current lifetimes.
Pauline Grossenbacher the valedictorian of a 22 member class received a University of Wisconsin scholarship covering tuition and fees for the first year at graduation exercises in New Glarus. Scholarship medals were awarded to Judith Anderson Audrey Duerst Elaine Elmer Patricia Elmer Pauline Grossenbacher Darlene Hoesly Judith Pauli and Helen Waefler.
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