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Newspaper
Shawano County Journal
Location
Shawano, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1939
Page
4
A June 22, 1939 column analyzes growing presidential jockeying as New Deal insiders push a possible third-term effort for Roosevelt while others in the party weigh nominations. It notes Garner’s role, Republican hopefuls, and the split between radical and conservative factions amid debates over spending and economic policy.
A New Deal spending versus taxation clash dominates a Roosevelt policy critique. Readers weigh relief, WPA, and spending as the battleground, with editorial contrast between Hoover era costs and Roosevelt fiscal policy, suggesting upcoming campaign speeches will hinge on these issues.
Washington reports show Henry Wallace hinting at a possible presidential bid as Farm Department policies and New Deal politics drive the farm economy. Critics say WPA influence and billions spent have strained markets and prices sit at 1934 levels.
Lutherans mark the Shawnee county fairgrounds centennial with German sermon by Fr. Selle of Milwaukee and services at 10 30 a m and 2 30 p m. The history traces German Lutherans, Der Lutheraner, and the Walther influence shaping the Missouri Synod since 1847. The Walther League grows to about 50 000 members in 2 000 societies worldwide. A Presbyterian Ladies’ Aid meeting followed with a luncheon served by committee members Asa Green Paul Winter R Wilde William Woll Carl Wogsland and Sophia Lindroth.
Mrs Herbert Rose and four others hosted a 1 PM luncheon at the Murdock hotel with spring floral decor and bridge among friends. Later Mrs Archie Ruth and Mrs William Neuman led a shower at Art Gumtz home for Mrs Gordon. Schafskopf, bunco, and bridge games produced several prize winners. Miss Winans Herm hosted a sewing club party for Miss Gaynell Kroenke with birthday honors and draw prizes.
Mrs Felix Grover hosted a 1:00 PM Saturday luncheon with contract bridge after. Prizes went to Mrs William Grab high Mira L A Mirkes second and Mrs John Gallagher Sr low. The home featured mixed summer flowers with pink roses and forget me nots, and Eastern Star held its last meeting before summer recess at the Marionie ball with the next gathering slated for the first Monday in ir
At St James Lutheran church in Shawano Illinois, Miss Gertrude Albrecht daughter of Prof and Mrs Walter Albrecht and Milton Eggert son of Mr and Mrs R R Eggert were married. The ceremony featured organ music by A J Felten and a solo by Charlotte Reichel. Delicate bridal attire included a white marquisette gown with a leaf design, lily of the valley bouquet, and a three yard train. Guests included Prof M J F Albrecht and sister Hulda Albrecht. Miss Florence Albrecht and Miss Elflora Eggert as bridesmaids. Afterward a luncheon for fifty at Hotel Bismay followed the reception in the club room with music by Eric Adbers. The couple plans a two week motor trip before settling at 424 Pine Street Shawano Wisconsin.
Randene Marie Schmidt and Franklin Kapke wed at University Presbyterian Church Madison with vows read by Rev. Cameron Hall. The couple, both Madison area natives, plan to reside in Madison after a reception at the University club.
Miss Lillian Schuster and J Charles Guenzel wed at St Michael's Church Suring in a 9 am double ring ceremony performed by Rev George Weix. Attendants included Lorraine Schuster and Edlenberg Casco with a reception at the bride's home. The couple, both with local ties, honeymooned at Washington Island and reside on Green Bay Street in Shawano.
Mr and Mrs John Burgardi of Milwaukee announce the marriage of their daughter Olive Burgardt to John E McDonell son of Mr and Mrs W A McDonell Shawano The ceremony was at noon Saturday June 17 performed by Rev Bergert The bride wore an ashes of roses gown with a white fabric hat and carried gardenias and roses The attendant was Miss Edythe Smothe of Milwaukee A wedding dinner and reception followed at the Knickerbocker hotel The couple will live at 227 Ei Townsend Milwaukee Attending were Mr and Mrs W A McDonell and other McDonell family members from Green Bay and Milwaukee
Miss Margaret Bankert and Lee J. Rouse wed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in White Clay Lake yesterday afternoon. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. K R Going with solos by Bernice and Beatrice Laurent and a Lohengrin wedding march. Guests from Milwaukee attended the reception at the Laurenz home before the couple plans to reside in the city.
Miss Ida Biermann and Leland Fenske both of Wittenberg were married on June 17 in a ceremony led by Rev. G. F. Fierke. Maid of honor was Miss Thesa Fenske. bridesmaid Miss Margaret Bierman. Vergil Fenske and M. Marquette attended the groom. A wedding supper for 73 guests followed at the bride's parents’ home.
Miss Clara E. Runge became the bride of Lester F. Schuettpelz in a double ring ceremony at Christ Evangelical Lutheran church Underhill on Saturday at 1:00 PM. The couple will reside on a farm in the town of Underhill.
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