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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1946
Page
1
Visions of a 1,000-pound weight breaking from its cable in the Green county courthouse tower prompted a special county property committee meeting. County Chairman E. J. Hoesly and the clerk led discussions after the weight fell onto the courthouse roof, narrowly missing further damage.
A fragmentary notice recalls a 1932 event involving bell clapper mechanics and a showering incident reported with scarce details.
A Springfield clock service warns of a dangerous condition in the tower and a 1000 pound weight that could break free. Officials weigh replacing gears with a $150 mechanized winding or electrification at $885 limited to 30 days, with costs rising after Sept 24.
Government officials stated that sugar costs must go higher citing market factors and policy considerations. They warned consumers and industries to brace for price increases amid ongoing supply constraints and tariff reviews.
Rep. Robert Sikes of Pennsylvania, head of a House military affairs panel inquiry into Pacific areas, warned Peiping and Russia seek control of all China. He said if they succeed the United States could move to withdraw from the Orient. The group rejected calls to harden U S stance toward Russia or risk being blamed for China’s internal troubles.
The New York stock market recovered today as leading issues gained from $1 to over $6 a share, erasing part of Tuesday's losses. A late rally pushed many stocks above earlier levels, with trading volume well above 2 million shares.
A new cold air mass moving from Canada into Montana signals an end to above normal Midwest temperatures. The Weather Bureau warned the cool wave would push east toward the Great Lakes by weekend with frost possible in areas north and northwest of Chicago.
A powerful windstorm described as a tornado lashed central Minnesota near Rosa about 8 a.m. It toppled 3 to 75 barns over nearly 20 miles, causing farm building damage estimated at $500,000 by Sauk Centre Herald director Ed L. Rathe. Rosa lies 13 miles south of Sauk Centre in Stearns County.
Warm temperatures spread across Monroe with light rain. farmers welcome milder days but fear a cool wave could lessen corn prices. Pastures may benefit from rain, cows moved to clover or alfalfa as skies darken and lightning accompanies showers. Highs reached 78, cooled to 70 with moisture.
The OPA declined to restore dairy price ceilings. Butter prices rose with Grade AA at 75.25 cents a pound and Grade A at 73.5, the highest since controls ended. Meat stocks were watched as firms held large inventories bought at high prices. The board again said milk and butter costs are not unreasonable and did not plan ceiling reinstatement.
Hundreds of sheep and lambs arrived as hogs and cattle shrink behind revived OPA ceilings. Chicago stockyards reported a drastic drop in arrivals and empty pens across pens, with cattle described as dried up and lost. Hogs unloaded in small numbers characterized by weak futures and poor condition.
The court upheld a $5,000 claim to an estate by Mies Mamie Glarus, challenging a gift due to an unendorsed certificate of deposit and lack of proof of a gift. Judge Lamboley noted there is some authority supporting the claim, despite sparse precedents.
A county meeting discussed building a combined hospital and home for the aged at an available site. Howsly and officials proposed using asylum heating facilities to cut costs. Francis and Horsly presented estimates and potential arrangements with the Greeny asylum.
A disputed health case in Albany centers on whether a local boy contracted polio or rheumatic fever. The fragmentary report cites medical opinions and community debate amid uncertain details.
U S census reports Green County farm families nearly double their 1940 gross income with revenue over 14 852 in value last year. Strong demand for general farm products and home use boosts sales forecast, with tile makers expecting tripled sales as industries expand after the war.
A chaotic account notes Heirens failing in a death by action, a nearby village volunteer chief claiming the best idea. On a West trip he secured lodging for himself and his wife using his chief’s badge. Other ravers were saved this way and a coastal department lent aid on a Pacific run.
Chicago manWilliam Heirens watched a court reading of his confessions to three brutal murders. He appeared subdued as the proceedings opened and guard supervision remained tight throughout.
A clipped note reflects the challenge of outfitting youth, claiming it is easier to dress girls for school than boys, with remarks on scarce clothing options and remnants. The fragment hints at broader concerns about availability and affordability of children’s apparel.
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