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Newspaper

Monroe Evening Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1957

Page

3

Recital by Mrs. Berkeley’s advanced piano pupils

Mrs. Arline Berkeley presents her advanced piano pupils in a Sunday evening recital at 8 p.m. in her studio, 1723 14th Street. Kay Bauman, Petty Hanson, Kathy Woods, Paula Hahlen, Jill Hall, Yvonne Bjork, Cathy Ross, Joanne Ayres, Judith Goecks, Anita Ainsworth, Elaine Rubi, andKaren Wagner perform solos, ensembles, and a trio of Carmen. Brahms Hungarian Dance No. 6 and Grieg Triumphal March close the program.

Arline Berkeley 14Th Street Kay Bauman Petty Hanson Kathy Woods Paula Hahlen Jill Hall Yvonne Bjork Cathy Ross Joanne Ayres Judith Goecks Anita Ainsworth Elaine Rubi Karen Wagner Carmen Heller Scharwenka Rolfe Haydn Lichner Beaumont Martini Gluck Beethoven Poldini Behr Schumann Kullak Gerry Mozart Brahms Grieg Berkeley

Mrs. Elisa Abbott Celebrated At 79th Birthday Dinner

Mrs. Elisa Abbott was honored at a 79th birthday dinner hosted by her son and daughter in law, Fred and Elisa Abbott. Guests included families from Blanchardville, Belleville, Woodstock, Evansville, Lanark, Freeport, Monroe, New Glarus and Evansville. Afternoon callers were Mr. and Mrs. August Feldt of Monroe.

Monticello Elisa Abbott Fred Abbott

Oliver Douglas Couple Observes Anniversary

Brodhead Times Special reports Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Douglas mark their 40th wedding anniversary. They married May 31, 1917, at the Hooker home and farmed in Spring Grove Township for 32 years before moving to town. They attend Congregational church and have a daughter and a grandson.

Brodhead Oliver Douglas Inez Hooker J. A. Hooker Spring Grove Township Congregational Church Eastern Star and Masons Frank Garwell Lane Frank Garwell

Memorial Day Dance At Monroe Country Club

More than 100 people attended the Monroe Country Club Memorial Day dance directed by William Gyure and Perry J Power. The Carl Yeager Orchestra of Freeport provided music and a midnight lunch was served by the committee. It was the club’s special monthly event with an auxiliary luncheon planned for Wednesday.

Monroe Country Club

MHS Alumni Dance Tonight in Gymnasium

Monroe High School alumni and guests gather for the annual dance in the gymnasium. The Lewis Calvin Orchestra of Beloit provides music for the 9 p.m. start. New officers of the association will be announced during intermission. Tickets available at the door.

Monroe High School Lewis Calvin Orchestra Beloit Monroe High School Alumni Association

Hostesses Named for Pythian Sisters Meeting

The April May gathering of Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters will be hosted by Mrs R C Broughton Mrs A N Lawton Mrs L M Ties and Mr Eugene Clark with Misses Sylvia Luchsinger and Grace Marsh as hostesses. The event will be at the Broughton cottage in Decatur Park on Tuesday night.

Brodhead Pythian Sisters Mmes R. C. Broughton A. N. Lawton L. M. Ties Eugene Clark Sylvia Luchsinger Grace Marsh Broughton Cottage Decatur Park

Risum Elected President of Brodhead PTA

Mervin Risum was elected president at the Brodhead PTA final meeting of the school year. Mrs. Rodger Bernstein and Mrs. Fred Frehner were named vice presidents, Miss Mary Jane Kolier secretary, and Mrs. Manley Richards treasurer.

PTA Risum Brodhead Mervin Risum Brodhead Pta Rodger Bernstein Fred Frehner Mary Jane Kolier Manley Richards

Missionary Circle Meets at EUB Church

The Missionary Circle of the EUB church met Tuesday afternoon at the church. Hosts were Mmes Harold Schultz and Earl Feldt. Mrs Elva Dooley led devotions and Mrs Fred Abbott gave the lesson.

Monticello Missionary Circle of the EUB Church Mmes Harold Schultz Earl Feldt Elva Dooley Fred Abbott

Mrs Robert L Conway and Phyllis Johnson Wed in Brodhead

Miss Phyllis Irene Johnson and Robert Lee Conway of Brodhead exchanged marriage vows May 25 at 2 p m in Rev J C Robertson's home. The bride wore a yellow coat dress and red roses. Matron of honor was Mrs Jack McKinny and best man Donald Conway. A reception followed at the groom's mother's home.

Phyllis Irene Johnson Robert Lee Conway Brodhead J. C. Robertson Robertson Miss Johnson George Wentzel Currie Minn Conway Harland Conway Jack McKinny Donald Conway Rose Crabtree Myrtle Hein Brodhead High School

Miss Annabelle Jaggi Weds Frank Nenneman

The marriage of Miss Annabelle Jaggi daughter of Mr and Mrs Casper Jaggi of Brodhead and Frank Nenneman son of August Nenneman of Brodhead was solemnized May 25 at 3 pm in Immanuel Evangelical United Brethren church. Rev Robert A Boettcher officiated. Patsy Noonan and Richard McKinney attended. Janice Meythaier cut the wedding cake. The couple will live in Footville. the groom is employed by Hanover Sand and Gravel Co.

Brodhead Annabelle Jaggi Casper Jaggi Frank Nenneman August Nenneman Immanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church Robert A. Boettcher Patsy Noonan Richard McKinney Janice Meythaier Footville The Hanover Sand and Gravel Co

Belles and Beaus Square Dance Club Plans June 14 Dance

The Belles and Beaus Square Dance Club voted to continue twice monthly summer meetings. The June 14 event will feature Fred Wittner as caller. Previous Friday’s caller was Mike Morgan. A pot luck lunch followed, hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Feutz and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ekum. Ice cream was served in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Blumer’s 25th wedding anniversary.

Belles and Beaus Square Dance Club Fred Wittner Mike Morgan Fred Feutz Walter Ekum Robert Blumer

Immanuel Church Hosts Annual Children’s Day Program

The Immanuel Evangelical United Brethren church Sunday school will present its annual Children’s Day program at 10 a.m. Special mission offerings will be collected. Mrs. Vernon Schillinger chairs the event with assistance from Mmes. Marvin Schwerin and Russel Shultz.

Immanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church Vernon Schillinger Mmes Marvin Schwerin Russel Shultz

Becky Ott Honored on Her Third Birthday

Mrs Harold Ott entertained Wednesday afternoon for Becky Otts third birthday. Refreshments were served and Becky received gifts. Guests included Mrs Charles Rolph and daughters Lauri and Roann Mrs Dick Voegels and Diane Mrs Ed Quade David and Jan Mrs Robert Zweifel Nancy and Jeff and Mrs Marvin Zimmerman and granddaughter Jean Zimmerman.

Becky Ott Monticello Harold Ott Becky Charles Rolph Lauri Roann Dick Voegels Diane Ed. Quade David Jan Robert Zweifel Nancy Jeff Marvin Zimmerman Jean Zimmerman

Mrs Sellnow Elected President Of Miriam Circle

Mrs Ralph Sellnow Jr was named president of Miriam Circle at a Tuesday night meeting in the Methodist church Mrs John Lynn served as hostess Mrs Robert G Grossman was named vice president and Mrs Loren Bagley was chosen secretary A treasurer will be chosen later

Wives Entertained at Zwingli Church Meeting

Brotherhood of Zwingli Evangelical and Reformed church entertained their wives at the Parish House meeting. Raymond Talmage showed a film on Switzerland and refreshments were served by the Washington Circle.

Monticello Brotherhood of Zwingli Evangelical and Reformed Church Switzerland Raymond Talmage Washington Circle

Three to be confirmed at Methodist church

South Wayne correspondent reports that Roxy Lawrence Eleanor Martin and Marian Mitchell will be confirmed at the Methodist church on Sunday. A communion service will also be held for the congregation.

South Wayne Roxy Lawrence Eleanor Martin Marian Mitchell

Children’s Day Event Planned Here Sunday

The annual Children’s Day program at First Universalist church is set for Sunday at 10 45 a m during the worship service. Organ prelude by Gayleen Steensrud and hymns led by Richard Barry head a full service with readings, candle lighting, and offerings. The Bonnie Wee choir and several local members participate in scripture, anthem, and sermonette portions.

First Universalist Church Gayleen Steensrud Richard Barry William Anderson Mary Myers Linda Feutz Wynn Grendahl Mary Ellen Lovelace Bonnie Wee Choir Mildred Ann Myers Dianne Werren Mary Louise Myers Betsy Frantz Victor Rufer Barbara Kubly Barbara Frantz Jim Myers Candace Wuthrich Don Barry Stuart Grendahl Rugene Steensrud Joanne Bernet Cynthia Werren Holly Wuthrich Caryl Barry Barbara Rufer Elaine Grendahl Roberta Feutz Charles Einbeck Jeffrey Otteson Cheryl Loveland Jim Lovelace Sharon Einbeck Karen Loveland Elize Feutz Edward Trickel Jerry Kubly Judy Bennet King Linda Loveland Jan Barry William Lovelace Blythe Myers

Our Savior's Lutheran Church Vacation School Starts

Our Savior's Lutheran church begins its vacation church school with 86 youngsters enrolled. Classes run 9 to 12 noon this week and 1 to 4 pm next week starting Monday.

South Wayne Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

Caesar Leaves NBC In Fine Show Business Exit

Charles Mercer reports Caesar's final NBC appearance showcased sharp satires but sponsor costs and overexposure led Caesar to quit. The piece notes other comedians reducing weekly shows and outlines a trend toward fewer hourlong comedies and dramas next season.

Charles Mercer New York Sid Caesar Caesar Nbc-Tv NBC Sylvester M Pat) Weaver Jackie Gleason Cbs-Tv Milton Berle Jimmy Durante Herb Shriner Ernie Kovacs Jack Benny CBS TV George Gobel Eddie Fisher Bob Hope Funny Men

Vice probe recessed in Waukesha County court

The John Doe inquiry into alleged vice gambling and corruption in Waukesha County is recessed until June 25. Circuit Court Judge Allen D. Young ordered the delay to allow him to clear a crowded court calendar.

VICE Waukesha John Doe Waukesha County Circuit Court Allen D. Young

California cafes hold liquor licenses and beverage permits

More than 27 000 cafes in California are licensed to sell liquor beer or wine. Another 22 000 premises have permits to retail alcoholic beverages.

California

Old Timer Band Concert Set For June 17

The 19th annual Old Timers concert by the Massed Band will be at Recreation Park Monday June 17 at 8 p.m. Allan F. Barnard director says rehearsals begin Monday at 8 p.m. in the senior high school band room with a second rehearsal June 10. All interested may join, with access via the east entrance to the high school on practice nights.

Barnard

Federal government holds about twenty one percent of U.S. property

Federal agencies own roughly 21 percent of all property across the United States, reflecting substantial public holdings in land and buildings. The figure highlights government land management, infrastructure, and federal properties nationwide.

Federal The United States

Class Day Awards Given to J H Larkin at Brodhead Ceremony

James H. Larkin received a meritorious contribution award at the Brodhead Class Day program held in the school gym. The board of education faculty and student body recommended the honor. Multiple scholarships and honors followed for students, with names of recipients including Joyce Weibel, Darlene Conner, Ellen Fisher, Elaine Douglas, David Clark, Judith Lee, and many others. The event also listed perfect attendance and senior, junior, and sophomore honorees, alongside various academic prizes and diplomas.

James H. Larkin Board of Education David Clark Chaminade Club University of Wisconsin Music Clinic Joyce Weibel Darlene Conner Ellen Fisher Elaine Douglas American Legion Auxiliary Judith Lee David Pfisterer Dal Edward Ruef DAR Judith Braber Boys State Roger Wichelt Girls State Heidi Leatherman Elaine Fleming John Schreck Susan Schultz Gary Olin Ricard Wolters Mary Cain Christian Kletzien University of Wisconsin James Miller McMurry College

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Mrs. Abbot Country Club MHS Robert L. Conway Phyllis Johnson Robert Conway cSchmitz D. L. Schultz Luther College Decorah J.H. Larkin Dairy Ieath Green County the Commercial & Savings Bank Monroe Wisconsin Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
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