April 6, 1968

April 6, 1968, “Idle Youth,” Milwaukee Star, Public Library Microfilm Collection, Microfilmed by the Wisconsin Historical Society.

In the summer of 1967, youth and adults in Milwaukee “rioted” out of frustration, leading the mayor to call in tanks from the National Guard. This article addresses fears that a similar event may happen again.


  1. Why does the author reference the warming weather?
  2. Why does he think that the youth have “just cause” to be angry?
  3. What does he think needs to happen? If you were in the Common Council, what would you suggest to help?