September 1989
Volume 14
Number 9
Features
1989 Readers’ Choice Awards for Dining and Entertainment
You picked ‘em – your all-time favorite Milwaukee restaurants for dining a deux, with the kids, on the town and more.
Moving Up: Milwaukee’s Real Estate Revolution
Milwaukee’s riding the crest of a resurgence in Midwest popularity. What does it mean for home prices?
By Helen Pauly
The Holy Scandal
Perhaps it was loneliness that brought Father Gene, the celebrity priest, and the alcoholic woman together. But their affair brought only bitterness and isolation.
By James Romenesko
The New Port
Can Port Washington move into the future without leaving its charm behind?
By James Hazard
1989-’90 Fine Arts Guide
What’s happening all season long, plus profiles of the actors, directors, dancers, and artists who are making it happen. Plan your season now!
By Bruce Murphy and Tom Bamberger, with listings by Christine R. Grant
The Look
Timeless, classic looks for fall career wear, plus latest in beauty news.
By Christine R. Grant
Departments
Outfront
Home court advantage.
By Judith Woodburn
Letters
Constant comments and critiques.
The Insider
Birdwatching at the bank, Wisconsin’s most mysterious business mogul, a video trip through Milwaukee’s streetcar history, Pressroom Confidential, Insider Reviews and more.
By the Editors
Metroscene
Hal Holbrook brings Mark Twain to life at the PAC, Wisconsin sculpture at MIAD, Isaac Stern in concert at the Pabst and a beermeister’s extravaganza at the Bavarian Inn.
By Dawn M. Behr and Christine R. Grant
Dining Guide
For finding fine feasts – fast.
Columns
Wisconsin D.C.
Are treaty rights just another fish story?
By Louis Barbash
The Milwaukee Reader
Judge Charles Schudson in pursuit of child-sized justice, plus Thomas Saler’s stories your stockbroker never told you.
By Judith Woodburn
Restaurants
Enough already! Here are two great escapes from the fast lane right in Milwaukee’s back yard.
By Willard Romantini
Endgame
The art of recycling.
By Judith Woodburn
On the Cover: Photograph by Janica Yoder
Special Advertising Section
Maritime Festival
