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Newspaper
Baraboo Weekly News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1922
Page
1
J T Donaghey, a member of the state highway commission, rejects claims of speeding in Sauk County. He describes a July encounter with a Sauk county motorcycle cop near State Trunk Highway 33, criticizes the officer’s conduct, and urges court action to decide the matter fairly for all drivers.
Sheriff Charles Torrence arrested Leland Felsch and Henry Olson at the Felsch farm near Wonewoc. Police say the pair rode at night to steal harness and poultry, operating around Kendall Norwalk and Bray Valley and in Monroe county. A harness and plow were found. They faced burglary charges in Sparta and were bound over to county court with $3,000 bail as they could not post bond.
Baraboo AC five lost to 4 C college of Madison 28 to 18 in the season opener. First half ended 16 to 6 with Baraboo unable to close the gap, the second half steady at 12-12. Baraboo lineup included Sprecher Sprecher Frazer Bailey Lausche Radtke and Terry.
Stewart hauled a 62 pound catfish from the Prairie du Sac dam using a set line yesterday. Local talk says such large fish are not good eating but provide great amusement when landed.
A county road and bridge committee drive of about 1000 miles in June 1922 prompts debate over speeding and traffic laws. The author asserts a steady 25 to 30 mph pace, stresses safety of uniform speed, and notes court actions stalled by Baraboo and Reedsburg officials. The district attorney says the motorcycle case was to be moved to Baraboo for a warrant, with little further information.
Mr and Mrs Frank L Hulbert celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at Delton on Nov 30 with relatives and friends sharing a twenty pound turkey. The couple have lived a long life of service with Mr Hulbert serving as postmaster since 1865 and previously running a general store for 26 years. Their four children attend and honors include a electric lamp and $60 in gold as tokens of esteem from a wide circle of kin and friends.
The Ladies Social Circle of Lyons met on Tuesday November 28 at the church. Officers elected: President Madge Core, vice president Nettie Martin, secretary Grace Edwards, assistant secretary Julia Hengstler, treasurer Emma Berkley, trustee Edith Graves. A social hour followed lunch. next meeting set for December 14.
Charles Ringling of Toronto urged the International Association of Fairs and Exhibitions to banish immoral characters and gamblers from fairgrounds. He called for a pledge not to tolerate gambling with or without apparatus, unfair devices, dancers, and men only shows.
Elaine Morse three, daughter of Mrs. Marcella Morse, was struck near First and Oak streets while crossing and returning to her grandparents home. Ford driver Charles Rau says he did not see her retrace steps until too late. DA H J Bohn calls the incident unavoidable.
The City hotel garage on Ash street was entered and accessories totaling 75 dollars stolen from a Gem City Dairy company automobile stored there. The loss includes tires rims and smaller articles. The burglary is placed after ten o clock Wednesday night by a stranger seen entering the garage. Insurance through Joyce and Sibert will cover the loss.
In Reedsburg an elderly couple Mr and Mrs W A Bass celebrated their Golden wedding after fifty years of marriage. The event marked a milestone for the couple and their family with local joy.
W. L. Cash, manager of the local telephone office, and his twelve year old son Burns were severely burned in a gasoline explosion at the Cash home on Sixth avenue yesterday noon. Cash was cleaning the garage when a can of mixed oil and gasoline ignited, spraying burns to his face and arms while Burns sustained head and neck injuries. Both wore heavy clothing and are expected to recover. Cash’s eyesight remains likely intact.
The Wisconsin River Power Company reports from October 20 to November 20 cloudy weather prevailed for much of the day at its Prairie du Sac weather station. Cloudy 16 days, partly cloudy 7, clear 8. cloudy weather increased electric demand and required careful load planning.
George Skarda of between Lodi and Arlington broke his leg after his team driving unit became frightened and veered far away during the incident.
Rev. W. W. Moore at the Presbyterian church led a Thanksgiving address praising national history and civilization. He noted progress in Prohibition and harvests, and urged gratitude under Christ’s providence. A. C. church services followed with Bible reading and an evangelist's talk on socialism and faith.
Floyd M Shook arrives from Kingsley Iowa to join C A S Kingsford at the furniture and undertaking business. He is 35 with fifteen years of experience and is described as capable, refined, and well regarded. The Shook family residences in the Hallisey house on Second Avenue. The Kingsford firm invites the public to meet him and see expanded service.
Rev. Henry Harris and his wife arrived in Baraboo to take charge of the local Congregational church. Harris previously led the Pilgrim Congregational church in Madison, while part of the family will remain in Madison to finish schooling.
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