The Public is invited to join the Monroe Historical Society at its Fall Program, Thursday, Oct. 30 at the Monroe Library, 818 Village Way. In conjunction with the recent painting of the landmark smokestack, Bob Kosters, archivist for the Carnation-Nestle Company, will present the history of the Carnation milk brand in the area and the history of the Carnation Condensery that was at the site of the stack in Monroe from 1908 to 1929. Doors open at 6:30pm for light refreshments and visiting, with the program beginning at 7:00.
National History Day Entries a Great Success
On Saturday, February 1, 177 enthusiastic Monroe School District students packed into Monroe High School to participate in the beginning round of the National History Day contest. The event, sponsored by the History Channel and coordinated by historical society volunteer Gail Dillaway, displayed some amazing talent on the part of the students. Categories included displays, websites, dramatic presentations, documentaries (these young people really know how to work with technology), and written material. With much effort the judges narrowed the field to those who may now move on to the regional contest to be held mid-March at Western Washington University in Bellingham. Congratulations to all who entered!
“Early Monroe” Now Available
