October 1990
Volume 15
Number 10
Features
Tobacco in Dairyland
Wisconsinites may be starting to get the message on fatty foods and exercise, but studies say they’re not cutting back on smoking. As advertising helps keep us puffing, minorities, the poor and children suffer.
By Terrence Falk
Well-Made in Milwaukee
Demand for old world-quality wood, metal and plasterwork has spurred a local craftsmanship renaissance. When it comes to homebuilding in Milwaukee, they often do make them like they used to.
By Stephanie Culp
His Master’s Voice
Rev. Vic Eliason runs TV and radio stations that bring inspiration, scripture and causes to followers who deluge elected officials with calls. Is Eliason just a broadcaster or is he God’s lobbyist?
By Stephen Filmanowicz
1990 Readers’ Choice Awards
An incredible response to our annual restaurant ballot shows that our readers like writing about the city’s cuisine almost as much as eating it. Herein, all your favorites.
Departments
Outfront
Kicking the habit.
By Judith Woodburn
Letters
A piece of your mind.
The Insider
A Halloween look at the famous in Forest Home Cemetery, how the city may be picking up the tab for a successful restaurateur, the cars thieves target and a big-league purchase for a local equestrienne.
Metroscene
Search for the great pumpkin at Green Meadows Farm, a look at photographers by photographers at the Metropolitan Gallery, the Moscow Circus at the Bradley Center and more.
By Dawn Behr and Christine Grant
Dining Guide
Our new guide with news from area kitchens and picks you can count on.
Columns
Business
As Milwaukee’s self-proclaimed expert on the new-home industry, Robert Snow says he has all the information you need before building your new house.
By Mary Van de Kamp Nohl
Visual Arts
Eight years ago, the Milwaukee Art Museum hardly had a pulse. After staff and vision changes, it’s now setting the pace.
By Bruce Murphy
Restaurants
Two new ethnic cafes are the perfect place for those seeking a culinary adventure.
By Willard Romantini
Endgame
With his plan to isolate Michael McGee starting to bear fruit, why is they mayor targeting supporters of McGee for revenge?
By Bruce Murphy
On the Cover:
Photograph/Dave Schlabowske. Model/Chade Blaschko.
Special Advertising Section
Wisconsin User’s Guide 1990, sponsored by the Department of Development.
By Tina Lassen
