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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1950
Page
2
The notice lists subscription rates for Monroe Wisconsin Stephenson county and distant areas with annual prices and advance payment requirement. It also provides office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and a telephone contact.
As the new school year begins the article urges motorists to slow to 15 mph in zones with children present and to reduce speed near crossings and stopped school buses. It warns that lax enforcement may follow if voluntary compliance fails and notes 39 child pedestrian deaths last year, stressing driver responsibility to prevent tragedy.
Rock county road crew planted and later scattered wooden bases with warning flags along a ten mile stretch of highway 11 into Janesville. Drivers dodged and twisted to avoid the upturned bases, while no active work appeared evident and no crew was located.
The White House ordered senior leaders to refrain from independent policy statements on Korea. Gen Anderson, commander of the Air War College, faced suspension amid concerns his comments crossed policy lines and aimed at Soviet targets.
Milwaukee widow Mrs. Mary Tistey, 84, wife of James K. Iisley former head of Marshall and Iisley bank, died after a long illness. Iisley passed away in 1924.
A retrospective column recalls events on September 5 across 1925 1910 1900 and earlier. It notes Hitler’s predicted retaliation amid destroyer transfers in 1925 and marks anniversaries marriages deaths and political mentions including Roy P Wilcox on the Madison ring.
Farm workers on regular farms become covered by Social Security starting January 1 1951. The program credits quarters based on continuous employment with a single employer, 60 days in a quarter, and at least $50 pay per quarter. Excludes owners and operators, but includes field hands and farm helpers who meet the rules.
Ford approves an eight cent cost of living increase for its 130000 workers and prepares to implement a five year contract after ratification. Kaiser-Frazer remains the last major builder with old wage rates as the industry wages trend upward toward a $1.75 average, about ten cents higher.
Three Wisconsin servicemen were named among Korean War heroism awardees by American Eighth Army headquarters on Monday. Pvt James W Gray of Wisconsin Rapids earned the Soldier Medal for rescuing a wounded man from a burning truck loaded with TNT and anti-tank mines and for extinguishing the fire. Lt Richard Peterson of Somerset received the Air Medal as liaison pilot, and Pfc Premon P Lysacker of Onalaska earned a Bronze Star for bravery.
General Dwight Eisenhower warned that Soviet planners contemplate for all the world including America and that Russia's satellite states could share the same fate. He urged Spartan frugality in non essential matters to ensure victory in this bitter and likely prolonged struggle.
Britain displayed 58 of its latest aircraft today at Farnborough in a preview event for the annual show of the British society of aircraft constructors. Soviet Russia and other communist nations were notably absent from the foreign attendance.
Hortonville calls for a state agriculture probe as swine herds suffer an outbreak. Dr T L Kanpstein of Greenville labels the illness cholera while Drs K B and C E Hammerburg of New London cite septicemia. One farmer reports losing 25 to 30 pigs, with four more farms affected and owners hesitant to discuss losses.
Warfront morale lifts after new reinforcements and British battalions reach Korea. soldiers trade grim routine for lighthearted quips, lampoons, and a desire to press offensives, with the rank and file joking about lightfoot footwear and yearning for home comforts.
The body of Maj. John D. Schindler Jr., 30, Milwaukee, pilot of the air force plane that crashed into Lake Michigan last March, was recovered yesterday afternoon. Three boys playing on Grant Park beach near the crash site located the body.
Monticello assessor Dick L. Zentner will attend the assessor's school at Fond du Lac this week as directed by the village board. The board approved sponsoring a float with the Commercial club for Cheese Day in Monroe on Saturday and voted $50 for local library needs.
Premier Rene Pleven announced in Strasbourg that France will extend military service from one year to 18 months to meet Western Europe defense obligations. He outlined maintaining 26 divisions and air strength, and signaled cautious support for aiding Germany’s police force while seeking United States help for the financial burden.
Forreston prepares to entertain 35000 guests at its 31st Sauerkraut Day on Thursday September 21 sponsored by the Forreston post of the American Legion Three tons of sauerkraut and thousands of wieners have been ordered The parade starts at 10 a m led by the sauerkraut queen chosen from five Forreston high school girls Ray Milland will pick the queen candidates Betty Joe Vietmeier Naomi Drake Lola Mae Duitsman Leona Albert Lorraine Wubbena
General MacArthur's press officer announced a temporary ban on publishing troop locations. Col. M P Echols said the rule also covers enemy troops in contact with UN forces. He warned that revealing positions would supply information to the enemy and should not be disclosed.
Wildfires burn across northern California covering vast areas. California fire crews fight hot winds and dry conditions with help from Arizona and New Mexico. Mendocino County reports over 80 000 acres scorched. Navar ro post office and two homes lost. Ukiah and Ridgewood ranches affected. wildlife perished in burned regions.
The Office of Education estimates a record 32,903,000 students will be in schools and colleges this fall. Elementary enrollment is about 23,686,000, up 1,000,000 from last year, while colleges total about 2,700,000, down 50,000. First graders number 2,800,000, down 200,000, with a dip expected next year before a 1952 53 rebound.
Sgt. Steckel of Stevens Point, a 1st Cavalry Division aerial observer, reported his false teeth fell to the ground about 100 feet below during a mission over Korean positions. He says the teeth are unbreakable but cannot obtain a new set in Korea.
The Oakland Post-Enquirer an afternoon Hearst daily with a tabloid Sunday edition suspends publication. The page one notice states management announces discontinuance due to present costs making the decision necessary.
The A N Thorhaugh farm near Mt Horeb sold to Mrs Agnes Kingard with possession on Sept 15. Mrs John Aeschliman reports 1400 pounds of seed potatoes harvested from 100 pounds planted. Wisconsin youth prepare for four junior livestock shows sponsored by the Wisconsin Livestock Breeders Association, Oct 23-26 in Madison and other sites. An auction near Warren and an administrator’s sale of a 200 acre Stephenson county farm are noted. Jacob Spinhirne recovers from injuries after a fall while shingling. Three dead cows found near Pearl City, two bound with rope, on a seldom-used road. cattle status unknown.
Elmer Brook Elaine In ka Piebe a Holstein Friesian cow owned by H. O. Elmer Monticello completed a 365 day test in the official herd improvement registry with 864 pounds of butterfat and 23230 pounds of milk reported to Stephenson county sheriff's department.
Two parolees admitted burglarizing the Royal Palm roller rink near Beloit on Sunday night stealing an estimated 500 dollars. They were captured after seeking treatment from a Beloit physician. One suspect suffered a fractured collar bone while fleeing the scene.
The Japanese telecommunications ministry announced approval from occupation authorities to extend telephone service to Austria. The opening date for the new service will be announced later.
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