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Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
1
A Wednesday Daily report describes a large community gathering for the M. W. It notes parades, dining, friendly sports and special trains bringing visitors. Oak Street Bridge ironwork gleamed with colors and other spots along the street showed national and lodge colors.
Two special trains from Hiroy brought eleven and numerous coaches to Baraboo, forming a marching column to the court yard square. The drill team of the Baraboo lodge led on horseback, followed by the Sparta and Baraboo bands and lodge delegations. Royal Neighbors of Elroy appeared in white with T. Breslin commanding.
A calm crowd enjoyed a M W A day with a business meeting deciding next year’s Hillsboro gathering. Officers elected include President K B Wernick and Secretary Fred Lemke. A parade to Ochsner Park featured various floats and dignitaries, followed by tents, dinner, and addresses by Charles E Whalen and Mayor John H Hull.
At the state meeting in Oshkosh Geo DeKoeyer was selected as state organizer. The Baraboo carrier, active in the work, previously served as county treasurer and later as secretary and treasurer.
The Wednesday evening storm lightning struck Charles Powell’s residence about five and a half miles north of the city at 7 30. The bolt damaged the roof tearing shingles and ripped wallpaper near the border while the telephone was put out of commission. Mrs Powell was somewhat stunned.
Frank McLane, aged years, sustained a broken right leg Thursday when he was caught in a wheel while attempting to board a moving rig. The injury occurred just above the ankle.
Former Baraboo resident Annie E Noyes now in Madison was elected department president of the Wisconsin Rural Churchmen? No, W R C. Baraboo's Philip Cheek won a trustee post. Rev W J McKay of Madison named assistant adjutant general. Beloit’s W H Grinnell elected department commander.
Twenty five applicants seek liquor licenses in Portage, two fewer than last year. Several saloons have sold to new owners who will keep the businesses running.
Fred Anacker of Caledonia suffered a fractured heel and a facial cut when a loosened whiffle tree caused a wagon tongue to drop, sending him from the high hog rack in Portage. He was treated at home. the horses were unharmed aside from scratches.
Baraboo observed a partial solar eclipse lasting about 22 seconds in Siberia and five to six seconds in Greenland. Clouds limited viewing as at 6:02 PM to 7:30 PM, with two fifths of the sun visible when the sky cleared briefly.
Madison Wis June 15 By the terms of the comprehensive fish and game bill as passed by both houses of the legislature every non resident who enters Wisconsin and baits his hook to fish must pay a 1 non resident license fee The open season for fish is to open June 1 There was considerable dissension about the 1 non resident clause but it went through both houses nevertheless It provides that all game wardens shall carry books with blank licenses which are to be issued to fishermen This will save excursionists the necessity of calling on the county clerk for the license The bill it is said meets with the hearty approval of Gov Davidson.
Janesville Gazette reports changes in railway assignments. Conductor T Laughlin and crew run trains 94 93 96 95 98 97 between Janesville Beloit. Conductor H Knight handles trains 316 317 between Janesville DeKalb. Engineer Barrett to operate engine A3%6 on trains 316 317 Janesville DeKalb and 96 95 Janesville Beloit. Engineer Compton with engine 517 wills run 94 93 98 97 Janesville Beloit and 21 22 Janesville Watertown.
Ray Pierce of Delton drowned at Narrows Creek west of Ableman after riding to a corn field. The creek was high from overnight rain. His horse returned riderless, and searchers found his body about 20 rods downstream. Pierce worked on H C Koester’s farm, treasurer of Reedsburg.
The inquest into Ray Pierce's death by drowning in Narrows Creek found accidental drowning. A bruise suggested he was knocked from a horse while crossing the stream, his watch stopping at 8 26 the accident time. He leaves parents five brothers two sisters. Funeral Saturday at Butterfield church Excelsior.
Judge Stevens dismisses the Woodruff estate appeal with costs in Charles W. Woodruff v estate. Baraboo plaintiff claimed $4300 against Julius R. Woodruff’s estate. Judge Kelsey denied, appeal pursued, now dismissed in favor of Frank R. Woodruff of Williamsburg. Further actions and claims by Alvin Chase and other parties linger unresolved.
At St Aloysius church in Sauk City on June 15, William Knapp of Mineral Point Wis married Kathrine Pickar, esteemed daughter of J N Pickar. Miss Josephine Pickar served as bridesmaid and John Medinger as best man. The couple's reception followed at the bride’s parents home. they will visit Baraboo Spring Green and other points before settling in Mineral Point.
Reedsburg will celebrate the Fourth on July 5 with Charles RK Pearson delivering the address. The Sauk City band will provide music and fireworks will light the riverfront at night.
Mrs. Ana Moore Gunnison Hawley of Lodi reflects on her birthplace and Wisconsin prairie life in Prairie Violets. The article recounts her Prairie-born roots, schooling in Mason Michigan, marriage to Mr. Hawley, and lifelong love of literature shaping her verse.
The Sauk County Fair announces a revised premium list with higher prizes for horses and stock. It highlights a 2400 dollar purse for Baraboo track races and a schedule featuring auto parades and races, farmer and pony events, and special challenges for youth and farm teams, with phased track access during the big races.
A delegation of iron mining executives from United States Steel and Oliver Iron Mining toured the North Freedom mines on a special train. Participants included D. G. Kerr of United States Steel, W. J. Olcott, J. H. Mclean, and J. H. Hearding, all from Oliver Iron Mining. Kerr proceeded to New York while others continued to Chicago. Local rep William Trebilcox guided the party. No formal plans were announced, but ore extraction may resume soon.
Henry Reick died at his Woodland home on June 7 after a brief illness from appendicitis. He was 22, married since September, had just bought a farm, and started his home life with his wife Miss Nichols. He belonged to the Christian church.
The LaCrosse District Epworth League schedules a convention in Reedsburg on Tuesday through Thursday this week with prominent speakers expected to attend.
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