02 Sep 1966
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1966
Page
1
The Weather Bureau confirms the metropolitan region endured its hottest summer since 1869 with 34 days at or above 90 degrees, beating 1944’s 33. The average temperature was 77.3 degrees, surpassing 1949, and rainfall totaled only 4.31 inches, a record low since 1894’s 4.36 inches.
Chicago faced citywide unrest with racial demonstrations and violence causing over 2.5 million in damages and police overtime. Overtime to police King era marches totaled 130000, and 245000 during three West Side riots. National Guard activation added 284236, while insured damages reached 500000 to 1 million, up to 2 million uninsured. 4200 troops served 10 days beginning July 15, with overtime for officers amid white neighbor protests. Supt. O W Wilson said overtime is preferred to time off, to maintain crime-fighting.
Rod Benson, then 18, who survived a fatal Labour Day weekend crash near Cambridge, Wisconsin, reflects on the tragedy that killed seven others. He cites alcohol impairment, failing to yield, and the need for universal traffic safety to prevent repeats.
A state health mobile survey unit drew broad participation in Green County with over 4,015 residents visiting during its August run. Organizers credit the Green County Medical Society Public Health Office and State Board of Health for the program’s success, while volunteers from Monroe and communities across the county supplied leadership and manpower.
Lewis VanWagenen honored at a surprise dinner marking forty years as secretary treasurer of Solomon Auto Parts. The event, at Marco's, included colleagues totaling 219 years of service. He and his wife Sylvi will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in February 1968 and plan a Quebec trip as he begins his 41st year. They have two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
The Medical Center will relocate to 2707 6th St over the weekend with all operations ready by Tuesday. The current site at 2101 6th St closes after today’s hours and Saturday morning hours are canceled. The two story building on a two acre lot has twice the space and was funded by Sisters of St Agnes.
The poem notes fading warm days as October approaches. It evokes picnics along scenic byways and a first autumn leaf turning scarlet, capturing seasonal transition with quiet imagery.
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