June 1985
Volume 10
Number 6
Features
Death of a Horse
The story behind the death of a champion.
By Charles J. Sykes
The Impudent Bystander
Revered by some and reviled by others, Joel McNally is Milwaukee’s most talked-about columnist. But what’s he like between the lines?
By John Hallagan
Rumbles from the Silent Giant
For decades, the state’s largest and most powerful law firm worked quietly, shunning the limelight whenever possible. But the legal profession is changing and Foley & Lardner is changing, too.
By Helen Pauly
On the Trail
How to see the other side of Wisconsin — by foot or by bike.
Compiled by Judith Woodburn
Soft Touches
Wispy little scarves to love immoderately.
By Arlene Wilson
Departments
Our Front
By Charles J. Sykes
Letters
Words on words.
Insider
A sports cut-up, an unconventional Fathers’ Day fete, the original rickshaw race, Pressroom Confidential, Ask the Insider and a cast of thousands.
Edited by James Romenesko
Sure Things
Classes for wine scholars, and better ways to say hello on the telephone.
By Patricia Hale
Calendar
Some moments in June.
Dining Guide
All about eating out.
Milwaukee Classified
Columns
Film
Yuppies go on the road in Lost in America, and other films.By Mike Wilmington
Wine and Spirits
Sherry, the oldest vintage, beloved by philosophers and kings.
By Michael Muckian
Finance
Sometimes the best thing to do with stocks is bail out.
By Peter G. Banzhaf
Restaurants
Some good old-fashioned “diner” food.
By Willard Romantini
Music
Experiments in the genre with mad musician Sigmund Snopek.
By Dan Cooper
Sports
What could be more painful than a marathon? A triathlon, of course.
By Michael J. Uruske
The Wisconsin Gourmet
The delights of early summer.
By Carole Grohmann and Jane Hootkin
MetroScene
Honest, Anton Checkhov was a very funny man, and American Players Theatre will prove it.
By Judith Woodburn
Endgame
Farewell to a comedic genius.
By Greg Moody
On The Cover
Photograph by John Beckett.
