06 Jul 1916
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Newspaper
Baraboo Weekly News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1916
Page
1
City council approves a charge equal to five hundred wholesale licences for local breweries. Officials cite revenue needs and regulatory framework to fund city services and permit beer distribution across the area. Local brewers react with cautious acceptance and calls for clear implementation dates.
The Baraboo city council refused W B Hazeltine permission to remove city treasurer books for outside examination, noting he already had access and audits since leaving office. The debate followed his request for a second auditor and full access to audit reports to resolve alleged shortages.
Report from Camp Douglas notes Baraboo and Reedsburg youths adapting to routine duties and rest after typhoid inoculations. Officers rotate roles, Lt Dor Tudor serves as officer of the day, and guards from Baraboo share duties. community support from Baraboo and Reedsburg is thanked.
Mrs F E Turneaure wife of Professor Turneaure dean of engineering at the University of Wisconsin died yesterday morning at 7 20 in Madison General Hospital. Born 1864 in White Hall Illinois she was married in 1891 and came to Madison a year later. Survived by her husband son Stewart two brothers C B Stewart of this city and A D Stewart of Anchor Illinois and her parents Mr and Mrs Daniel B Stewart of Anchor Illinois.
The city council approves limited access for W. B. Hazeltine to renew his investigation in the city treasurer’s office with cooperation from the Audit and Bond Company of America. The probe must proceed diligently and does not extend time for action against Hazeltine or his bondsmen to recover any amounts due. Mayor Geo. T. Thuerer signs the resolution.
Southern Wisconsin Light and Power Co. eyes Baraboo interests while Baraboo plant is said not for sale. Beggs interests already own Portage plant with Beaver Dam option and possible Baraboo purchase discussed. Prairie du Lac dam power could feed mines south of the city, aiding Baraboo’s power needs from municipal hydro plant.
A Mystic workers social evening drew good attendance with dancing and card playing enjoyed until midnight. The Barstow Orchestra provided the music for the event held last night.
A weather report notes Seattle and Ketchikan shrouded by heavy snow across the coastal ranges. Strong winds and low visibility complicate travel as cold air masses grip the region. Local officials warn of slick roads and potential delays on ferries and highways.
The article recounts a Seattle to Alaska boat voyage on Flag Day. It covers routes from Seattle Vancouver and Prince Rupert, fares from $60 to $75, journey times eleven to twelve days, and compares Canadian and U.S. itineraries. It explains Alaska's vast size, historical purchase in 1867, and the origin of the name Alay-ek-sa.
George Kenyon in landing party from United States warship Sacramento reported during operations off Can Domingue. details limited but confirms involvement of U S forces and a landing near the Caribbean island in a broader patrol.
George Kenyon aboard the USS Sacramento describes the May 31 to June 1 assault at Puerto Plata. Marines and bluejackets landed after rebels fled Fort At, Captain Hershinger of the Marines was killed, and the operation ended with rebels in retreat and ships on alert.
S. W. Holloway of Lyons had a cancer removed from his face Tuesday by a local physician. He is able to be about and anticipates a complete recovery.
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