Municipal Dads Meet. City Council Adopts Reports
The city council in regular session at city hall, presided by Mayor Hull, accepted the library annual report by R B Griggs and the June quarter treasury statements by Treasurer Humphrey. Highlights include fund balances and bond payments, with repairs approved for the Third ward school heating plant and a well drilling estimate for the crushing plant.
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Hull
McFetridge
Thaerer
R.B Griggs
Worthman
Humphrey
Board of Education
Third Ward
Second Avenue
Birch Street
First Avenue
A Jovial Car Ride With A Boy's Wandering Harp
On a city car a mother and her young son caused a scene with a French harp that produced discordant but charming notes. The boy’s rambling tunes drew smiles from passengers who felt the music echoed universal affection and family warmth, despite the instrument’s mischief.
German Methodists Hold July Sunday School Picnic
The Baraboo group including Caledonia North Freedom and Westfield joined for a Sunday school picnic at Messenger's shore Devils Lake. About 200 people attended with races prizes tug of war swimming and reflection led by Rev W F Elske. Mrs Messinger hosted and thanked for lake access on a sunny day.
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Messenger’s Shore
Devils Lake
Caledonia
North Freedom
Westfield
Baraboo
W. F. Elske
Gertrude Hirschinger
Harold Platt
Myrtle Ruel
Clara Neitzel
John Ruhland
Louise Weber
Our Pie Preparation Lemon or Cushard Pie Mix
A promotional blurb extols the ease and value of buying Our Pie Preparation mixes from grocers for 10 cents. It claims the pies taste so good that one piece leaves readers wanting another, emphasizing pleasing men with good pie.
Subscription renewals warn readers about delinquent accounts
The notice urges subscribers to pay overdue balances to avoid suspension of delivery. It cautions that unpaid months accrue and delivery by mail may be halted if the debt goes beyond a year, emphasizing prompt remittance to continue receiving the News.
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Sam
Prompt Music Master Teaches Punctuality
In his day Herr Lauterstein taught many students with economy as a rule. Now aged, he teaches sparingly and his speech still brings a smile. A pupil asks when to come for a lesson and receives the verdict to arrive promptly or waste neither his time nor the master’s.
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Herr Lauterstein
School for Nursemaids Opens Near Orphan Homes
In Brussels a new school will train nursemaids drawn mainly from orphan asylums. Near the young nurses' home, eight schools will be set up where future guardians of children of the wealthy will study under doctors and receive thorough instruction in child care.
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Brussels
Walter Grantin Visits Parents in Reedsburg
Walter Grantin of Reedsburg is visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs H Grantin, likely spending time with family during a local family gathering.
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Walter Grantin of
Reedsburg
Mrs H. Grantin
Sunday Sermons Across Madison Churches
At regular Sunday services Rev. Allison of the Madison Presbyterian Church spoke on the world’s attitude toward Jesus Christ and the meaning of his life. He argued Christ’s enduring influence despite 2000 years and imperfect depictions, urging the church to deliver clear gospel and happiness.
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Presbyterian Church At
Madison
Presbyterian Church
Jesus Christ
Christ
Jesus
M. E
John Singleton Crowder
J. W. Dick
A. C. Church
Baptist Church
Frary
Evolution of the Squaw at the fair
A fair visitor questions Chief Umbrella about being an Indian. He confirms the red man once had all the work but now the squaw comes from college, wears feathers, and makes the husband work, while education is blamed for changing roles.
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Chief Umbrella
New Chain Tread Aims to Cut Winter Horse Deaths
In major cities horses die on icy streets each winter as wheels churn and hooves slip. A new chain tread design promises quick buckling and release without tools, offering self adjustment and durability at low cost.
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Chicago
New York
German University Graduates Push End to Compulsory Drinking
A movement among graduates aims to abolish compulsory drinking by student corps. Currently abstainers are barred from admission and initiates are required to drink until near intoxication.
Purer Air Demand Supports Higher Air Quality Measures
The Lancet argues that air purity affects commerce and daily life and calls for a mix of bounties and penalties to raise the standard of air quality. The statement emphasizes public health, economic vitality, and the need for government action.
Monument Vowed For Ingenious Friend In Will
In a whimsical aside from a Puck mock obituary the will of Old Grabdollar grants a large sum for a monument honoring his best friend who devised technicalities. The satire hints at admiration for clever invention and lasting gratitude from beyond the grave.
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Grabdollar
Tristocrat
Puck
Vienna's Beggars Reach 32000 on City Streets
Report from Vienna notes about 32,000 beggars line its streets many earning more than some workers. Officials debate welfare and policing responses while public concerns rise over urban poverty and social policy.
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Vienna
Notice of Creditors for Smith Jennings Estate
State of Wisconsin Sauk County Estate of Smith Jennings deceased. Creditors must present claims by January 12, 1909 or be barred. Court will examine claims on February 2, 1909 at Baraboo Courthouse. W T Kelsey judge. W H Cady attorney for administrator.
Probate notice of Ernestine Glover creditors seek claims
First published July 22 1908 a probate notice states that the first Tuesday February 2 1909 is the deadline for creditors of Ernestine Glover late of Greenfield to file claims with Sauk County Court Baraboo Wisconsin The February 2 1909 hearing at ten o clock in the forenoon will examine and adjust the matter by the court Dated July 15 1908 By order of the Court W T Kelsey Judge Grotophorst Evans and Thomas Attorneys
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State OF
Wisconsin
Sauk
Ernestine Glover
Greenfield
Baraboo
W. T. Kelsey
Evans & Thomas Attorneys
Joachim Pagel
Fortuna Tschumpert
Notice of Letters Testamentary in Prairie du Lac
First published July 22 1908 in Prairie du Lac Wisconsin notices estate of Joachim Pages late of Prairie du Lac deceased and that letters testamentary will be issued to Fortuna Tschumpert of Baraboo Wisconsin Dated July 15 1908 W T Kelsey judge Grotophorst Evans Thomas at baraboo Wisconsin
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Prairie du Lac
Said County
Fortuna Tschumpert
Baraboo
W.T. Kelsey
Grotophorst, Evans & Thomas
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