Graded teachers exchange ideas at Baraboo meeting
A Baraboo gathering of county graded school teachers held a successful Saturday meeting despite many absentees. Miss Mattie Davies led third grade language work with 17 pupils, Miss Ferne V. Dollar shared nature study plans, and Superintendent A. R. Clifton spoke on graduates in high school with others assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baraboo
Mattie Davies
Ferne V. Dollar
A. R. Clifton
Reedsburg
Belle Farwell
Jennie Koons
Lulu M. Clarke
Jane McNown
Ference Tidmarsh
E. L. Hindes
J. R. Freeman
Ida Pretsch
Emma Bartenbach
Mary Donahoe
Martha Metzke
W. E. Slagg
C. M. Chapman
Miga Timme
Laura Randles
Joan Morse
Mildred Lamberton
Julia C. Platt
Anna Douglass
Esther Martin
Marie Fisher
Elizabeth McGuan
Agnes McGuan
Hila Pawlisch
Mamie Odekirk
Bessie Smith
Supt. Geo. W. Davies
Anna Donahoe
Obituary of Mrs. Sarah Long Died in LaValle 1908
Mrs. Sarah Long died at LaValle on October 14 1908 after a brief illness. Born in Logansport Indiana she moved with her father to Ironton as a child. She married Henry Long in 1858 and later lived in Ironton before relocating to LaValle. Survived by 12 children five sons three daughters 23 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Long
LaValle
Richland Center
Long
Logansport
Ind
Richard Bates
Ironton
Sephen Long
LaVal
Another Poultry Show At North Freedom Dates Set
Local organizers announce a second North Freedom poultry show on January 13 14 15 and 16. They promise prize money and a premium list to be released in November, aiming to repeat last year’s success.
Residents report names linked to grand jury letters
A Denver neighborhood resident told of residents who traveled to La Crosse to appear before the grand jury over incendiary letters causing commotion. The list includes George McKentine, John Wartzok, John Zick, Katie Klotz, Mrs. Richard Alexander, Mrs. August Yerks and son, and Mrs. Louis Kraul.
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Denver
la Crosse
Grand Jury
George McKentine
John Wartzok
John Zick
Katie Klotz
Richard Alexander
August Yerks and
Louis Kraul
Case Settled State vs Vinson Over Restaurant Brawl
The state case against James Vinson for assault and battery was settled out of court after a disturbance at the Owl restaurant days ago. C C Vawn in charge was badly beaten during a fight sparked by patrons singing, which Vawn objected to.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Vinson
Owl
C. C. Vawn
Busy Western Lumber and Produce Firm Moves Goods Fast
A busy Carpenter Morgan Lumber and Produce location in the city's west handles large potato shipments and lumber invoices. J Briggs & Co plans a nearby warehouse to ship grain and produce, with flour and feed also handled to improve rail access and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenter-Morgan Lumber and Produce Company
J. Briggs & Co
Sauk City Couple Wed in California Tryst
Miss Tillie Schlugbaum daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Schlugbaum of Sauk City wed Moritz H Traub of Milwaukee at the bride’s home with Justice E C Farr officiating. Attendants were Miss Maeta V Junge and Harry Gregory. They plan to reside at 3600 Baker Street San Francisco after a visit in Milwaukee and Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillie Schlugbaum
Charles Schlugbaum
Sauk City
Moritz H. Traub
Milwaukee
Justice E. C. Farr
Maeta V. Junge
Baraboo
Harry Gregory
Chicago
Traub
Baker Street
San Francisco
Cal
Chica
Double Funeral for Mrs Westurn and Son Benjamin
Funeral services for Mrs W C Westurn and her son Benjamin Sidney Westurn were held at the cemetery after arriving from Washington. Rev. John Singleton Crowder officiated. the son had died earlier in the Montana wreck and the mother passed soon after nursing illness. A large Baraboo group and relatives from several towns attended the service and burial.
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W.C. Westurn
Benjamin Sidney Westurn
West
John Singleton Crowder
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Kilbourn Resident Wanders Then Returns Home
In Kilbourn Wisconsin Edward Winnes a hardware merchant wandered all night after asking his mother for a razor. He entered Mina Legges home spoke on the telephone and was later confined until relatives arrived with a team to take him home. He is described as a popular young businessman.
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Montana
Pasco
Sbaraboo
Westurn
Wisconsin
L A. Hamton
H. L. Barber
Kilbourn
Wis
Edward Winnes
Whistling Well at Woodlawn Curious Vent in Washin ton
A breathing well on the Wood homestead in Washington reports a constant air flow and a small whistle for weeks. Historical wells similar to Sauk Prairie exist. severe cold once froze pipes causing closures. The U S government geophysical department plans a bulletin. The air movement is caused by pressure differences.
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Wood
Washington
Sauk Prairie
Kansas
Geographical Department
United States Government
They Were A Merry Bunch In Baraboo Mines
Jo Dicklis and companions from North Freedom faced Sheriff Stackhouse and Officer Desmond in Justice Andre's court after driving box cars and drinking from a jug. Sam Doletich Nickh Juvick and Lui Zubovich were fined 5.62 each for public intoxication, while Jo Dicklis paid 14.62 for carrying a concealed weapon.
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Jo Dicklis
North Freedom
Ableman
Baraboo
W. W. Stackhouse
Desmond
Justice
Profits from Nilbourn Dam Inspire Suit Interest
C B Whithall of Milwaukee plans to sue Kilbourn dam owners alleging state profits from power, estimating annual income of $514000 from the plant with $150000 in maintenance costs leaving $107000 net. He argues the legislature voided its act by granting permission and cites Kilbourn’s dam rights and Dells’ beauty impact as motives.
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C. B. Whithall
Milwaukee
Kilbourn
Milwaukee Electric Railway
Whithall
Dells
Birth announced for Warrens couple in Baraboo move
Dr. and Mrs. J. G. Seidel of Warrens Wisconsin welcomed a son born Thursday October 22 The family previously lived in Baraboo officials note the birth in the local society column
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J. G. Seidel
Warrens
Wis
Baraboo
Case Dismissed in Veterinary License Charge
The case of Pearl Thompson of Merrimack charged with practicing as a veterinarian without a license before Justice Halsted was dismissed because the complaining witness Gustav Rastz of Merrimack did not appear.
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Pearl Thompson
Merrimack
Halsted
Gustav Rastz
Milwaukee Women Rally to Protect Devil's Lake and Dells
Alderman W H McFetridge defends dam and water power while Miss Lutie E Stearns leads club women to press for state park status. She urges legislative action and pledges letters to candidates to safeguard Devil's Lake and the Dells. Mills urges options on land near the Dells to push park legislation.
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Milwaukee
W.H. McFetridge
Baraboo
State Park Board
Devil’s Lake
The
Dells
Milwaukee Free Press
Wevil’s Lake
Lutie E. Stearns
McFetridge
State Park Commission
Federation
Miss Stearns
George Gordon
Milwaukee Outdoor Art Association
Federation For the Preservation of
Dells and
Devil’s Sake
Colorado
Mesa
New York
Hudson Pallisades
Wisconsin
Effinger Brownell Tie Wedding at Lutheran Parsonage
On Tuesday evening Fred Effinger and Miss Mattie Brownell were married at the Lutheran church parsonage by Rev. Muller. Attendants were Miss Maude Kellogg and Ferdinand Effinger. The couple left by car for Reedsburg and then took a train for their wedding trip and will reside in Baraboo.
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Fred Effinger
Mattie Brownell
Lutheran Church
Notice to creditors in Williams probate Baraboo Wis
State of Wisconsin Sauk County county court for probate. First Tuesday May 4 1909 is the time fixed for creditors of Charles H Williams late of Baraboo to present claims or be barred. The June 1909 term at Baraboo courthouse will examine and adjust claims at ten o clock in the forenoon. Dated Oct 20 1908 by order of the Court W T Kelsey Judge E Aug Runge Attorney Baraboo Wis
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Baraboo
W.T. Kelsey
E. Aug. Runge
Wis
W. T. Kelsey
Grotophorst Evans & Thomas Atty
Adimxs
Fairfield
Grotophorst
Evans
Thomas Attys
Notice to Iron King Mining Co Forfeiture Looms Jan 1 1909
State of Wisconsin Department of State warns Iron King Mining Co Baraboo that it has not filed the required annual report for 1907 under Chapter 562. If the report and forfeit fee and publication costs are not filed by January 1 1909, corporate rights and privileges will be forfeited. James A Frear Secretary of State dated October 12 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Wisconsin
Dept. of State
Iron King Mining Co
Baraboo
Greenfield Couple Weds This Afternoon in Greenfield
Herman A. Putz and Miss Bertha Sager were married in Greenfield this afternoon at three o'clock. A fuller report will appear in the next issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman A. Putz
Bertha Sager
Greenfield
Notice of Estate of Elisha P. Plummer
First publication October 15 1908 notice lists Elisha P Plummer as subject of legal proceedings with details limited to public notice of filing and related administration actions.
Turner Siblings Improve After Illness
Viva Turner recovers from two weeks of sickness with minor improvement noted alongside young Helen Turner.
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Viva Turner
Helen Turner
Curable Health Claims Offered by Illinois Specialists
Advertises a private sanitarium in Rockford Illinois offering a one week treatment trial. Claims to diagnose without questions and cure various diseases with extraordinary remedies and new methods. Invites readers to write or call for dates with doctors at 628 W State St Rockford IL.
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Museum of Anatomy
Also Mentioned on This Page
U. S. Court
Sauk County
Far West
Mr. Westurn
Charlotte Hampton
Wonewoe
Eungineer L. A. Hampton
William Lamberton
George Morrison
Frank Rohner
C. C. Hampton
Addie Farney
Clyde
Pearl
A.S. Matteson
Gertrude Spooner
Wonewee
Horace White
Holcomb
Grant Lampman
Prairie du Lac
Archie Rounds
Madison
Dorsey
Atchison, Kansas
W. C. Westurn
Benjamin
Woodlawn
Prises
Nilbourn Dam
Ueside
Devil’s Lake and Dells
Alderman McFetridge
Kilbourn Dam
Wisconsin River
Mr. McFetridge
Enos A. Mills
United States
Effinger-Brownell
State OF
Charles H. Williams
James A. Frear
Elizabeth Plummer
Elisha P. Plummer
Illinois State
W. State St
Col. Rockton Ave
Rockford, Ill
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