17 Sep 1966
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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1966
Page
1
The article recounts Monroe Wisconsin's founding from 1832 onward with builder Joseph Payne, early settlers including Mordecai Kelly and George McFadden, and the first houses, stores, and churches. It notes 1840s growth, 1849 population of 520, Mexican fever era, and the arrival of rail links and a bank, highlighting economic and social development through 1858.
Lt. Gov. Lucey and David Carley, rival Democratic governors candidates, met for about 90 minutes to ease tensions after the primary. Lucey declared support for himself as nominee while Carley praised the talk, but doubts linger about party unity for November against Gov. Warren Knowles. Carley declined to appear with Lucey and Kennedy in Milwaukee citing a family commitment.
Monona Grove Silver Eagles snapped Monroe Cheesemakers 44 to 19 at T. R. Holyoke Athletic Field. Mike McCarty led the ground attack with 197 yards while Scott Martin added 116 rushing yards and Jerry Hilgendorf threw for 121 passing yards and a 20 yard TD to Noll. Monroe gained 198 rushing and 121 passing, but the visitors fell behind early and could not overcome the Monona rush.
Helen Oliver Vinger, Argyle, marked his 100th birthday on September 3 with a plaque for 64 years of Argyle Masonic lodge membership. Presentation by Clayton Watkins and Vernus Nelson Sr. occurred as he lay in St. Clare Hospital, Monroe, where he now resides at Monroe Manor. The Monroe post office flag was briefly at half mast then raised after observers noted the error. Nearby visitors from New Orleans include Mr. and Mrs. E A Reeder and Misses Clem and Lena Martin, who toured Glacier National Park during their honeymoon 44 years ago.
Agnes Hatfield a University of Maryland child studies professor finished second in Maryland's 5th District Republican primary, receiving 2200 votes. Lawrence J. Hogan won with 5134 votes. Hatfield endorsed William R. Martin who finished last with 201. Hatfield says ballot order gave her edge and rules out future campaigns.
Gerald L. Gerber an 18 year old from Monticello was hospitalized with multiple contusions after his car rolled on Highway 69 three miles north of Monroe. He said he dozed off and swerved to avoid a guard post. Deputies reported another one car crash near Monroe with no injuries.
The Wisconsin Mechanical Corn Picking Contest returns Oct 4 at Idle Hour Farm Monroe with expanded viewing area of 100 extra feet for spectators. Monroe band entertainment and local acts will perform. 36 contestants will compete including last year’s champions Gillitzer Wood Voegels.
The Monroe Aerie and Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles will host the district meeting tomorrow afternoon in the Eagles Clubrooms. It opens at 2 o'clock with men and women meeting separately, followed by refreshments. Attendees will come from New Glarus, Madison, Baraboo, Reedsburg, Wisconsin Dells, Janesville, Beloit and Monroe. Stan Hemphill chairs the Monroe Lodge, with Mrs Anna Mae Lindsay leading the Auxiliary.
Preliminary reports show total fall enrollments across nine state universities rising 13.2 percent from the previous year.
Leo Diamond, 51, internationally known harmonica virtuoso, died Thursday in Beverly Hills, California, apparently of a heart attack.
Daily doggerel by Clair R Munns presents a short poem about miracles daily. It notes a heartfelt wish and silent prayer fulfilling the soul's desire in hopeful cadence.
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