22 May 1952
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Newspaper
Waukesha Daily Freeman
Location
Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1952
Page
1
A local man described as a former county resident was killed in a late night incident. The report details the time as 12:50 am and mentions five others involved, with Budzien among those left near the scene. Loosely connected references to Murescel, Ward Budzien, and Gerkes corners are noted alongside services listed for Los Angeles.
A sequence of crashes on Bluemound Road near the south lane closing drew deputies and medical crews. One woman driver fractured a shoulder, another motorist crossed into the wrong lane, and a pedestrian was killed crossing the road. Authorities note warning signs and urge traffic caution in the narrow south lane.
In a trial arising from a gas related incident, witnesses testified that Smith reeked of alcohol and showed signs of intoxication. Defense contends chloride gas used during work could mimic drunken appearance, with expert Roland Neeb citing refrigeration emissions as a potential causing factor. Proceedings adjourned to January 26.
Gen Ridgway warns that Communists may resort to germ and gas warfare in Korea as truce talks continue. He condemns UN charges as false propaganda and urges the world to heed the warning about communist deception and threats to freedom.
Native of Waukesha with eight years practicing law at 1325 W Main, D Amato seeks re election. A college graduate and Marquette University Law School alumnus, he serves on cemetery commissioners, Salvation Army board, and YMCA board. married with three children. Rés address listed at 214 E College St.
The Waukesha county bankers association met last night at the Avalon hotel with about 40 bankers in attendance. Ralph Larson was elected president of the Brookfield office region with Carl Tayior as vice president and EB Kuenzie as cashier. Oconcemowoc National Bank named secretary-treasurer. HIDGWAY was blamed for the setback.
Wisconsin League of Women Voters urges a no vote on the reapportionment referendum. They advocate redrawing districts by population alone and warn against an area plus population approach. Mrs Alvin W Gross of Shorewood and Mrs William Cameron of Rice Lake lead the discussion.
Al Makowski, 65, a retired farmer from Hales Corners, died at Milwaukee County Hospital after a tractor toppled on him three weeks earlier. He and siblings formerly operated the Bread Ripple farm on Saviesville road. Funeral arrangements are pending at Unton Rosoick funeral home, 1403 W. Hares whee.
Waukesha seeks 408000 for a new YMCA building with 35 residence rooms and a chapel. Bequest proceeds from the sale of the existing Y property will fund the project, with campaigns running June 12 to 24 and a five-person teams canvassing five volunteers each.
The text discusses potential limits on court power during national emergencies. It references President Truman and the idea of seizing assets or controlling resources to protect the nation, while questioning what the courts may permit or restrain in such actions.
George E Sapusek 36 of 2121 IPark Place was arrested noon yesterday after swinging a three foot cavalry sword at a group of children in Trianese park. He faced a drunk charge and was later sentenced to a 35 fine and seven days in county jail while police retain the sword.
Carroll College will award honorary degrees to three ministers including two from Waukesha. Rev. Dvig tor of St Baptis bur will receive doctor of Ham. J. Grede, college president, and Rev. Charles I. Camp, pastor of First Presbyterian, Fond du Lac, will also be honored. College officials praised the ministers for decades of service and leadership in religious and community work.
A local scout council holds a spring camporee this weekend at Long Lake. The event features contests and activities organized by the council leaders and volunteers.
Authorities hope to locate three youths from the Wisconsin School for Boys who left the grounds around 6 30 pm. School officials said all three are 16 years old and described the youths as likely to be near the campus while assembling a crew to work on a school record project. One 19 year old is also mentioned.
A baby is described as arriving with one tooth showing through the lower gum. The text notes a small emerging tooth and mentions an infant’s early dental development in a terse, fragmentary style.
Detroit public library records an overdue book case with a $762 penalties claim. Local physicians question the incident noting unusual circumstances and possible misrecording of the charges.
A local obituary note confirms a Rogers resident as a doctor and notes a service or appointment in the local community. It highlights the individual’s profession and ties to Rogers.
Services were held at Joseph's cemetery for Ciprias Ent Was. Surviving relatives include two sisters and a brother. The service was attended by family and friends in a somber observance.
President Truman signaled he will revert roads to private owners as soon as paper-work is completed. The accord ends a three year dispute over rail labor and management terms, with lump sum raises for engineers, technicians, and laborers and new rules on railway divisions.
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