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Newspaper
Shawano County Journal
Location
Shawano, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1939
Page
4
Governor Heil presents a clear view of Wisconsin finances showing a growing deficit financed by shifting surpluses from revolving funds. He cuts department estimates by 30 million but warns the budget remains above expected revenues, urging legislature to act with prudent cuts or new taxes and to share responsibility for statewide welfare.
A reader condemns Roosevelt for steering US toward a private foreign policy with France and Britain. The critic questions the wisdom and democracy of aiding European democracies, warns of hidden deals and a secret Anglo American trench industrial alliance, and urges Congress to repudiate actions without consent.
An uproar in Congress triggers a broad relief system review as the House cuts the WPA appropriation from 875 million to 725 million to June 30. The measure includes various amendments aimed at tightening control and improving efficiency amid widespread criticism.
The text argues strict limits on WPA relief to prevent political pressure, noting substantial bipartisan support to streamline relief operations. It contends relief must be divorced from politics to save millions annually without harming beneficiaries, urging deeper cuts and continued reform by Congress.
The president's recent appointment draws strong Senate opposition from Virginia Senators Glass and Byrd and North Dakota's Nye, who alleges secret anti aircraft device. Only seven senators support Floyd Roberts, raising questions about wisdom and popularity of the nomination amid past Supreme Court controversy.
The state health department notes heart disease leads deaths, with over 30 percent of Milwaukee mortality attributed to it last year. Tuberculosis declines while cancer rises, reflecting a five year trend. Officials blame fast living and urge slower pace to curb fatalities.
Lincoln's 130th birthday observed as thousands visit Gettysburg to read the Gettysburg Address on a bronze Lincoln memorial plaque. The notice urges Americans, schools and libraries to study Lincoln's life and values and read books about him.
A historical piece honors George Washington as the nation’s first president and a master farmer. It urges rededication to the country, saluting the flag and studying his life and achievements as a model of leadership and opportunity.
The Shawano Married People's club held a valentine dinner dance at Community hall with 74 couples attending. A turkey dinner was served by Ida Brei and 15 Shawano High School domestic science students, while Virginia Oertel and Jack Kuchuk sang from the upcoming operetta. Officers were re-elected, six couples remained on the waiting list, and Wally Beau led music for dancing until 1 am. Over 700 valentine decorations adorned the hall as the club anticipates an Easter dance to launch the new season.
Mrs Fenton Muehi hosted the new Dramatic Club of the Shawano Woman's club for its first meeting. About 30 members attended as a one act comedy If the Shoe Pinches by Hughes was read by Mrs Arthur Humphrey. A valentine lunch followed at 4 pm and the next meeting is planned March 11 at Mrs Marshall Wallrich home led by Mrs Otto Reetz and Mrs Arthur Cantwell.
The Junior Woman's Club hosted a Valentine costume party Monday evening in city utility building rooms. Guests wore assorted clever outfits with Miss Blanche Halle winning best costume and Mrs Harold Butenhoff earning the cleverest costume prize. Games including musical chairs and bingo were played, followed by a Valentine lunch served by Mrs Roy Rezell and Mrs Everett Fredenberg and assisted by committee members.
Harold Shlimovitz, Shawano High School music supervisor, will speak Friday afternoon February 17 on Trends in Modern Music as applied to National Education Association objectives. He has built a strong high school band and will also direct the operetta Rose of the Danube at the high school gym on February 16.
Miss Dorothy Diedrick and Joseph Dobaish were married at 2:00 Sunday afternoon in Oshkosh. The couple’s families and friends from Shawano Clintonville and Green Bay attended, marking a small community ceremony with relatives noted.
Mr and Mrs Otto Lautenslager travel to Appleton for daughter Harriets wedding to Herbert Balte. Miss Lautenslager is Shawano High School graduate and worker in Appleton. Balte manages a shoe store there. The couple will reside here. Infant son of Mr and Mrs H W Meyer baptized. sponsors from Hoffman and Baumann families. Rebekah lodge meets. apron raffle aids Odd Fellows home fund. Mrs Albert Wendt and Miss Bessie Perry host past noble grands and quilt gathering.
William Hoffman, superintendent of Mahnomen Public Schools, died Feb 8 at St. Vincent's Crookston after a two week illness. Services were in Gresham and Mahnomen with Rev Fathers Grill and Anthony officiating. Survived by widow and son William Robert, mother, sisters, and nieces. longtime educator and athletic director noted for district championships.
Two letters from Shawano readers recall the 1903 waterworks era and early city development. The writers mention mayor M. J. Wallrich, old postmasters past and present, Main Street paving, school and courthouse growth, and pride in Shawano as a small but thriving Wisconsin city. They also praise local journalism and reminisce about pioneers and civic progress. A second note from William Zingler of Suring asks the Journal to publish details on a lumberjack carnival held on February 4 and expresses hope for annual events.
Township agricultural conservation committeemen have begun farm visits to explain the 1939 farm program and help farmers plan crop rotation to meet allotments. Each visit uses farm maps, acreages, and two computation sheets showing maximum payments. Farmers may adjust plans if desired, but participation remains voluntary. The county committee urges full cooperation to finish the work quickly.
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