October 1992
Volume 17
Number 10
Features
Witches: Tales and Truths
Cloistered in covens throughout Wisconsin are modern-day witches who, like their ancient counterparts, cast spells and use cauldrons, brooms and ceremonial daggers. But their beliefs may surprise you.
By Catherine McGarry Miller
Frank Lloyd Wright may have defined a style, but in Milwaukee it took a little-known Wright disciple – Russell Barr Williamson – to make that vision reality.
By Juanita Ellias, with Stanley Mallach and Pegi Taylor
Poison Pen
Environmental testing can protect us against deadly toxins, but as the unprecedented federal case against Racine businessman John Ruetz proves, what we may really have to worry about are those doing the testing.
By Paul A. Rix
The Critics Speak: 1992 Readers’ Choice Awards
Our readers-turned-restaurant critics voice their ever-resolute opinions on the best spots in town for ribs, pasta, fish fries and, yes, margaritas.
By Willard Romantini
Departments
Outfront
Exploring the dark side and other horror stories.
By John Fennell
Letters
Our readers speak their piece.
The Insider
Just how big is Melodie’s mansion? Plus: the county exec gets tough with City Hall, a fright factory, a busting dilemma for school-age nomads and more.
Edited by Stephen Filmanowicz
Metroscene
A divine diva, classy antiques, Bayou party rock and the ultimate hike in this season of color.
Edited by Ann Christenson
Dining Guide
Whipping up a feast for Julia Child’s birthday, plus our comprehensive guide to area restaurants.
Columns
Getaways
A Northerner finds his version of the dreamy South near Fort Atkinson.
By James Hazard
Visual Arts
Fred Stonehouse: medieval portraits of modern life.
By Frank C. Lewis
Restaurants
A “wok” on the Northwest side: Tang Dynasty and Wong’s Palace.
By Willard Romantini
Endgame
Saying good-bye to Milwaukee, a city of weight and consequence.
By David Ruenzel
Special Advertising Sections
“A State That Works,” sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Development.
Fall Home & Remodeling Show, sponsored by Milwaukee/NARI Home Improvement Council and the Milwaukee Board of REALTORS.
On the Cover
Photograph by Francis Ford.
