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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1949
Page
2
Parents and Teachers Association delegates from ten counties met in Monroe for their annual district gathering. The meeting showcased the PTA’s role in strengthening cooperation between home and school and praised its ongoing impact on education and community citizenship.
The article notes the White House sealed the last ace in the atomic story while Congress moved quickly to finance rearmament and foreign aid. It questions public understanding amid assurances of safety and asks about the true state of U S atomic progress and Moscow’s stockpile, with 1947 as a referenced moment in Soviet risk.
John L Lewis returns to control by ordering a broad labor withdrawal across the anthracite and western bituminous fields. The 480000 miners had taken a surprise holiday without a direct strike command, then were told to resume work, a move seen as a test of his influence over organized labor.
Michigan State college creamery accounts show a $13 897 discrepancy leading to the arrest of Elizabeth Gilroy 33 of East Lansing on embezzlement charges. Campus police remanded her on a $1 500 bond with examination scheduled for Oct 6.
New York reports that film star Humphrey Bogart was not charged after a pre dawn club fight. The assault complaint by Robin Ro was dismissed due to insufficient evidence.
In a $17 000 addition to the Green county asylum a ten bed infirmary ward and a glass enclosed solarium are featured. Injuries reported include Andrew Schwartzlow and Bert Price in an auto upset near Brod head. Also in the car were Will Towns Walter and John Lederman who were unhurt. Jacob E. Losey was found dead in the yard of his Brod ename. 25 years ago The Times joined a nation wide campaign to get October 1 1924 out to vote. Darrow and Cox of Kenosha take possession of New Glarus brewery purchased from Gabriel Zweifel planning cereal products. Virginia O Meara 3 has scarlet fever first case since last springs epidemic. J Martin Whitcomb of Albany struck in eye by baseball at a Farm Bureau picnic. 40 years ago Harvey T Clawson engaged to Miss Sara Thoen of Madison while residing in New York. Five shares of Citizens bank stock owned by late Michael Flanagan brought 390 a share at estate sale. Red Oak showman held at county jail pending trial posted bond. Janet Jennings discusses use of her Lincoln book in public schools in Brodhead. 50 years ago city council tests dog license ordinance and proceeds with prosecution of twenty five owners. John L Hirsig buys Grange Store stock in Monticello. No ratings for Wisconsin national guard after inspection. Fred J Len and bride honeymooning in the east receive a black spaniel from Buffalo. Jacob Reger travels to Renwick to visit cheese factories and pay farmers for two months milk deliveries.
The International Circulation Managers Association designates Oct 8 as Newspaper Boy Day to honor carrier and newsboys. It stresses stick-to-itiveness, safety, and training, noting earnings support families and futures. Readers urged to thank or encourage boys this National Newspaperboy Day Saturday.
Green county entries expected at the all western show at Taylor park Freeport Sunday sponsored by the Freeport Western Riders to aid the county polio fund. Boyes will perform on Palomino Golden Harvester and Pinky Barnes the circus roper will feature an exhibition roping act with wife Mable, injured previously. Judging by Bill Hembry of Greeley a former rodeo contestant.
Dean Milk Co of Chicago contests Madison's milk ordinance requiring dairies to operate within five miles of Capitol Square and suppliers within 25 miles. Judge Alvin C. Reis scheduled Oct 10 for trial and denied a restraining injunction pending trial.
Mr and Mrs Gerald Zimm erman were Monroe callers recently. Mr and Mrs Ivan Armsmeier called on Mrs Robert and infant son at St Clare hospital Monday afternoon. Mr and rs Dave Neidermeier and Mr and Mrs David Albright Juda visited Mrs Elmer Monday afternoon. Mrs John Rosheisen and Shirley, Mrs Maurice Gilbert and Mrs R J Rosheisen spent the weekend at Sioux Falls S D where they attended the silver wedding of Mr and Mrs J A Krohn. Mr and Mrs Thomas Hartman and daughter Mary Greendale were recent visitors at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Aeschlimann. Mr and Mrs Roy Block and children Monroe were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr and meeting dealers at Waukesha Monday evening.
Reverend Joseph A. Kirscht, missionary, will conduct a mission at St Josephs Catholic Church in Argyle from October 2 to 9. Daily services are at 7 and 8 30 a m with evening devotions at 6 p m. Grade school children have conferences after the 7 a m mass and high school students at 4 15 p m daily.
A jury found nine dairy workers union members guilty of charges stemming from a July disruption at the Consolidated Badger Co operative creamery in Shawano. Eight were guilty of disorderly conduct, one, Martin Young of Green Bay, was convicted of advising others to resist officers. Sentencing set for October 6.
The University of Wisconsin will honor philosopher John Dewey with a two day program on October 19 and 20. The events, marking his 90th birthday on October 20, are sponsored by the school of education and the department of philosophy.
Local residents visit relatives across Iowa and nearby states highlighting family visits and motor trips. Notable mentions include J R Bolender in Atlanta, Ga and Olcott family hosts in Cedarville Winslow and Orangeville with friends from Detroit Chicago Madison and Barron attending. Community events include Willow chapter OES meeting and Mt Morris guest night.
In a playful tale Sandy and Sniffenpup search a ravine for the waddle wumpus who forgot to return. The trio learns a backward flight method using water buoyancy to travel home, with the wumpus promising to show others how to remember. The narrative ends with Sandy rushing home to avoid being late for school as the townsfolk share birthday notices.
Montage of changes at Grenzow Building in Monticello shows George Grenzow partitioning the main floor of the Sam Grenzow building and occupying the south portion. The north half will house Wisconsin Power and Light Co used as office space in the village.
New members include Susan Rose Rufener at 724 26th Avenue with dates July 30 1948 and Oct 2 1942, Kenneth Ralph Falk Route 3 Oct 12 1942, Wesley Charles Falk Route 3 Feb 4 1939, Angelyn E Isely Route 1 Argyle Jan 3 1946 and Oct 7 1948, Guy Armin Loeffel Monticello June 1 1949, and Mary Rose Crouch Route 1 Albany Oct 20 1948.
Eleanor Louise Patenotte, 80, former principal owner of the Philadelphia Inquirer, pleads guilty to income tax evasion and pays a 2,000,000 liability. Federal Judge Alfred C. Coxe suspends sentence and places her on one day probation after recommendation by Thomas F. Murphy. The case stems from the 1930 sale of the Philadelphia newspaper to Curtis Martin Newspapers Inc for 10.5 million.
Mrs Vaughn Kroll Borchardt of Chicago has sued Donald F. Larsen, owner of Larsen Canning Co., seeking 100000 dollars in breach of promise damages. The action was filed yesterday in Chicago court.
Daniel Kline aged 20 of Adams was killed when he fell 60 feet into a concrete draft tube shaft at the Petenwell dam while painting near its top. The incident occurred yesterday.
The Monticello Commercial club outlines a Halloween party at Karlen's hall with a costume parade, children’s treats, and a free movie. John Streiff serves as general chair and the group also drafts plans for a community Christmas party and a new Boy Scout troop. A donation from Wisconsin Power and Light Co funds worthwhile projects. Discussions cover Lake Staedtler improvements.
Twin Grove residents and relatives from Beloit Monroe and Orangeville visited friends and attended funerals across the area. Guests included Mr and Mrs Glen Chambers and daughter Beloit with Floyd Chambers, Mrs J H Beightol, and attendance at Mrs Clara Bolender’s Orangeville funeral. Other stops included Winslow Emma Belleville, and visits from the Camron and Boll families to Madison Westby and Cadiz households.
In Buenos Aires Ricardo Balbin minority floor leader is stripped of congressional immunity and faces a federal court trial for disrespecting President Juan D Peron. The move puts Balbin under formal charges and signals a political clash in Argentina's chamber of deputies.
Wisconsin members report home voters growing wary of government spending especially foreign aid during the House recess. Representatives Byrnes Hull Davis and Withrow say constituents urge restraint and question the value of overseas programs while farm incomes fall and debate on farm policy continues.
Rock county apple growers today decided to open an Apple market in Janesville. County Agent R T Glassco said the market would start October 6 and sell direct to consumers at about two dollars a bushel to offset low prices and a near record crop.
John M. Walter of WJPG Green Bay was elected president of the Wisconsin network. Earle Huth of WHBY Appleton became vice president and George T. Frechette of WFHR Wisconsin Rapids was named secretary treasurer and managing director, succeeding the late William F. Huffman.
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