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Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
3
The page cites subscription rates of .40 for six months or one year at .75 and $1.25. A weather remark from the forecaster, The noises have taken a back seat, appears as a brief aside in the issue.
The new ambassador to the German Empire reaches Berlin. A confidential mercantile agency report on his wealth is believed transmitted to the host nation. Some presidential hopefuls who have spent years in political trial may find solace in this lengthy process.
The New Haven Indiana Herald traces a girl’s names from Little Mary to Mae to Mayme to Mae as schooling shifts from slate to tablets and from r to May. College days bring growth and a home life ends with the name Ma.
A guest complains to a hotel proprietor about hair in ice cream honey and applesauce. The proprietor explains the ice hair comes from shaving the ice and the honey from the comb. He adds that the apples were bought bald and thus hairless.
The Free Congregational society held its annual meeting at Mrs. E Aug Runge's home. Old officers were re elected with R Jackson as President J G Train as Vice President Mrs E Aug Runge as Secretary and trustees for two years including Mrs Charles Cook and Rev A A Roberts. A Jackson remains treasurer and trustee funds are held by the trustees.
Three arrests were made on drunkenness charges and fines assigned: Dennis Bray five days by Justice Andre. William Hengen ten days by Justice Hackett. Frank Sommers five days by Justice Halsted.
Frank Jenswold suffered injuries to both hands from a cracker. Lena George sustained a cut and burn on her leg. Burton Meilchar cut his finger with a cannon cracker. The cane gun explosion wounded the ankle of William Siggelkow’s daughter. A few more people suffered minor injuries.
A crowded First M. E. Church held a special service for venerable veterans. Rev. George W. Case of Portage preached on obedience with army life examples. Attending pastors included Rev. James Evans Madison Rev. J H Whitney North Freedom Rev. W R Irish Baraboo and Rev. J W Irish LaCrosse.
Vandals broke into the Old Settlers association buildings at Devils Lake last Saturday night and emptied the contribution box. Dishes were broken and windows damaged. some property was carried away. Frank Hackett, president, found a gold pin from a woman and urged meeting supporters at the grounds in coming days.
Ray Perry Jr. shot his right hand while lighting fireworks and required amputation of the thumb and forefinger with possible loss of another finger. Miss Cora King burned by a pistol explosion on the Fourth. Ruth Smith’s quick action stopped flames from spreading on her sister’s clothing. Irene Smith sprained her knee after a fall on stairs. Wm. Stoner remains ill in Caledonia.
Governor Davidson and General King lauded the First Regiment band during Governor’s Day at Camp Douglas. The week featured a mock parade, a Myron McPherson lightning sketch show, and various theatrical entertainments drawing visitors such as Mrs. Hofmann and Mrs. Wright.
The Wisconsin State Fair will be held in Milwaukee from September 7 to 11 1908. The exposition has grown to rank among the nation’s best fairs with capacity for large exhibits and crowds. Cash prizes exceed $60 000 and draw many participants. Plan to attend.
Miss Mara Ryan married Mr. A Ch Reisz at her parents home 309 Sixth Avenue Baraboo. The ceremony used the Episcopal ring rite with Lohengrin bridal music. Attendants Albert and Dorothea Haman of St Paul. After a weeklong honeymoon the couple will reside in Baraboo.
Frank Weber a prominent Caledonia farmer east of Baraboo may lose his left hand at the wrist and his right eye sight after a dynamite cracker exploded in a Fourth of July celebration. He rammed the cracker into a small cannon with a stick, the device blew up, and his companions found him severely injured with powder in his eyes. Doctors fear amputation and hope to save some vision.
In Denver the Milwaukee Sentinel reports T. W. Brahany suggesting E. A. Evans of Baraboo could run for United States senator. Evans chaired the last Democratic state convention and friends in the Third district believe his nomination would aid the party. Evans may be willing to run.
Baraboo resident George Mitchell lost his left eye when a flying stone struck him at a crusher quarry. He was taken to Madison by the noontime train for treatment.
Herman Porter sold his 105 acre Fairfield farm to Frank Carlisch for 4000 dollars. F A Philbrick handled the transfer. Arthur H Buckley of Reedsburg visited Baraboo on the Fourth for the parade and to see Clarence Buckley. Mrs W W Cole nee Dodd of Minneapolis visits the Train home and plans a reunion with former classmates. Ads mention buying selling and Walker's Cough Remedy.
Cedar View Miss merchant B G Stewart claims buyers get gold weight value from a box of Dr King’s New Life Pills. He cites relief from constipation malaria or biliousness and notes availability at Fisher Bros. drug store for 25 cents.
Henry Harrison was injured this morning while he worked for Baraboo Telephone on the Portage road nine miles from Baraboo. The buggy tipped, Harrison was buried under a roll of wire, Forest Turton also involved. Harrison held the lines to stop a runaway and later sought medical care in Baraboo.
The Perry Oklahoma News recounts how wind roughs up the office causing a press shaft failure and a stove to slide. A blast of wind sent the office cat through a roof hole as the cat drifted toward Bedrock, prompting a wry note about fresh air.
A launch will run between Arndt's landing and Effinger Park on Thursday evening for a band concert. Rides may be taken at any time by appointment. Call Adolph Andro to arrange.
Monday Miss Emma Wares visits from Chicago. J G Greenwood advertised optician services at C E Ryans. Various locals bought goods at Evenson's Pharmacy. Several visitors from Elgin Galena Chicago Green Bay and Wellsville. Education board elected E A Evans president and J S Worthman secretary. Kaukauna contractor’s bill disputed. A missing pocketbook returned. Hutchinson’s loss tied to his marriage. Sauk County farms praised. Van Pelt agency invites buyers and sellers.
Miss Maym Cummings of Milwaukee is visiting at the home of her mother Mrs. Martin Cummings.
A vintage ad touts OUR PIE lemon pie mix as the simple way to bake two large pies. It claims pure ingredients and wide customer approval, including a woman who vows never to make lemon pie the old way again. Priced at 10 cents per package.
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