Voters Faced With Report During Election Day
On election day voters will see a printed report detailing the county records investigation. The document outlines recent findings and the status of the inquiry as residents cast their ballots.
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Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1909
Page
9
On election day voters will see a printed report detailing the county records investigation. The document outlines recent findings and the status of the inquiry as residents cast their ballots.
John D. Devor, city supervisor of Reedsburg, uses a three column stick to attack Attorney Herman Groto phorst on the proposed removal of the county farm. A board member recalls Devor’s remark about missed meetings and paid budgets, calling it a rough joke. The piece suggests neighbors discuss the matter in the evenings.
Baraboo and area lawyers issue a public letter supporting Judge Kelsey for county judge, denouncing oppose campaign as disreputable. Signers from Baraboo Reedsburg Spring Green and Prairie du Sac urge trust in his fairness and honesty while noting attorney R. P. Perry is away in California.
A store offers $25 for a suggested name for a new perfume by Harmony Perfumes makers. The demo notes a delicate lasting odor but lacks a chosen name yet. Submissions due by April 1 at Rexall Store Evenson's Pharmacy.
The paper notes a larger 16 page edition this week to provide more reading material beyond politics. It mentions that after next week the campaign will be over and expresses hope subscribers will be satisfied.
Miss Emma Jahn and Frank Yanko Jr were married on Tuesday in Portage. The ceremony united two local families and was followed by a reception with friends and relatives.
John D. Devor argues against moving Sauk County Farm from its Baraboo site contending transportation and cost burdens. He condemns Herman Grotophorst circulars as false and urges a public vote after full fact finding to protect taxpayers and patient welfare.
A county judge defends his fee practices and salary in lieu of statutory fees, addressing accusations from his opponent. He details Sauk County contracts, nonresident insane examinations, certified copies, and insists he has not abused public funds while urging voters to judge his record.
Nomination papers have been filed for Charles Hirschinger as Supervisor from the First Ward. The filing initiates his campaign for the upcoming election.
Freemont Newell of Fairfield has purchased a house and lot in Lyons and will relocate his family there.
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