Reedsburg Man Dies After Stroke At Home
Charles Devereaux of Reedsburg suffered a stroke Wednesday evening about five o'clock. He was found unconscious on the floor by Allen Hastings after a fall noise upstairs. Police helped move him to a couch. he did not regain consciousness and died at about 6:30 p.m. He was about 65 and had relatives in Reedsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Devereaux
Reedsburg
Wier
Allen Hastings
Lila
Black Butte
Mexico
Mexicali
Caiexico
Baja
California
Cantu
Obregon
Calexico
Lower Cal
Mrs. McKee
Mr. Carson
U. S. Cavalry
Decoration Day and Memorial Day Observances Feature Merrimack
Local notices recount commencement and Decoration Day events with guests from Dellona Madison Baraboo and Cedar Rapids. Military service shifts include James Hein and Charles Lee enlisting or returning to service. various visits span Madison Baraboo Evansville and Clymer Junction communities.
Deer Seen Tame on Caledonia Farm and Bluffs
Three deer were observed as remarkably tame on the Albert Bilkey farm in Caledonia last Saturday. Reports say several deer are browsing along the Caledonia Chicago bluffs in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Bilkey
Caledonia
Caledonia Chicago Bluffs
Unique Panther Effigy Dedicates Fort Atkinson Park
About 2000 people gathered Saturday for the dedication of the world’s only intaglio effigy in a small Fort Atkinson park near the Rock River. The event featured an Indian pageant with dances, tepees, canoes, and remarks by Mrs. George W. Dexheimer and P. W. Lawson among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock River
Fort Atkinson
A. G. Glover
Baraboo
George W. Dexheimer
P. W. Lawson
Menasha
S. A. Barrett
Milwaukee
Charles E. Brown
Madison
Louise P. Kellogg
W. H. Weld
O. D. Brandenburg
F. R. Melcher
H. E. Cole
Knights of Columbus Hold Large Banquet and Initiation
More than 600 members gathered at Mueller's hall for an initiation of a 90 member class conducted by a Janesville team. The evening banquet featured decorations, Rodwell orchestra, and a toastmastered program with Rev. E C O Reilly and Hon Quin O Brien among speakers. The event, running from 2 PM to 11 PM, drew one of the area's largest banquet crowds in recent memory and was deemed a grand success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mueller’s Hall
Knights of Columbus
K. C
Janesville
Rodwell
L. H. Hill
Warren Hotel
C. A. Hofmann
E. C. O’reilly
Baraboo Council
America
M. J. Coughlin
Rose of
Washington Square
F. N
Hanley
J. M. Kelly
W. H. Dougherty
Daniel J. Roberts
Quin O’brien
Chicago
Melzl Quartette
John Donahue
Pullman Service Plans Add First Aid Nurses
A first aid nurse fully equipped with Regulation Red Cross peripherals will be stationed in each Pullman car on American railroads in the near future under plans announced by the Pullman Car Service which has opened a course of first aid service for its staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Exciting Days Near Border Teach Children of Old Capital
A Calexico teaching exchange reveals Mexican upheaval near the border. Miss LaVentia Premo writes of revolts, Mexican pupils, border patrols, and a San Diego return in two weeks while praising local exhibits and life at the fairgrounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaVentia Premo
W. H. Premo
Fair Ground
Calexico
California
No Republic For Ireland Debate Reaches Compromise
The commons debated Irish police status under the home rule bill. The government backed an amendment delaying constabulary transfer for three years. Walter Hume Long pledged favorable consideration of Sir Edward Carson's proposal to disband the force and compensate, allowing separate police for each parliament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commons
Walter Hume Long
Sir Edward Carson
Baraboo Visitors and Dwyer Family News
Mrs. M. J. Griffin and son Harold of Baraboo visited relatives here Sunday and Monday. Emmett Eulalia and Vera Smith of Madison spent the week end at the W. A. Dwyer home. Miss Helen Dwyer is spending a few days in Richland Center. Margaret Dwyer of Madison spent the week end at her home here. Born to Mr and Mrs Walter Prouty Sunday May 30 a son.
Pain Relief from Uric Acid Osteo Ailments Advised
Local ad promotes Dr. Pierce Anuric tablets and kidney health to reduce uric acid. Testimonial from Roy River Minnesota shares back pain relief after La Grippe and Anuric use. Ends with A C Blodgett's claim of initial severe pain improving to full energy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy River
Minn
Dr. Pierce
la Grippe
A. C. Blodgett
Baraboo Falls to Reedsburg in Narrow Loss
Baraboo lost to Reedsburg 9 to 8 after a late rally by Reedsburg. Baraboo led early but costly errors and a misplayed fly ball allowed four runs in the ninth. Manager Moss promises hard work with practice set for Tuesday and Thursday at the fairgrounds and a next game at Devils Lake against Ableman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baraboo
Reedsburg
Mould
Cooper
Ryan
Howe
Moss
Fair Grounds
Devils Lake
Ableman
Westbury
Rice
Hill
Stewart
Meyer
Kelley
Frank If
Kleber
Reinfeldt
la Valle
Lefty Davis Turnling
Oakey
LaValle
Ableman Davis
Frank
LaValle Oakey
Fitzpatrick
Originality Marks Announcement of Coming Marriage
Miss Mildred Stowell of West Fourteenth Street Dubuque Iowa announced her engagement to Warren Lyman Fish of Baraboo Wisconsin in a novel party. Guests witnessed a wedding march and red heart decorations with miniature bride and groom as Omega Lambda Sigma alumnae were told of the impending marriage. A luncheon followed the reception at Miss Stowell's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred Stowell
West Fourteenth Street
Dubuqrte
Tjowa
Miss Stowell
Ada
Grace Campbell
Omega Lamba Sigma
Warren Lyman Fish
Baraboo
Wis
Mr. Fish
Dubuque
Suspension of Lynaugh Approved by Board
The fire and police commissioners approved Chief Shaughnessy’s temporary suspension of former patrolman Matthew B. Lynaugh who shot and killed Carl Jandorf a U W student on May 28. President Jake Alford said vindication could allow reinstatement on the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaughnessy
Matthew B. Lynaugh
Carl Jandorf
U. W
Jake Alford
Snaugh
Dublin Dock Strikers Ordered Back to Work
James Henry Thomas MP for Derby and general secretary of the National Union of Railwaymen advised the Dublin strikers to resume work pending a congress to consider the issue. The stance shows limited union support for Dublin workers in refusing to handle munitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Henry Thomas
Derby
National Union of Railwaymen
Dublin
Oil Station Fire Destroys Greeley Plant Worth Over Million
The Standard Oil pumping station in Greeley Kansas valued above one million dollars was destroyed by a Wednesday fire. Firemen and employees fought to keep flames from two 50,000 barrel storage tanks that were full.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
Greeley
Kan
Recital at St Joseph Praises Dominter Sisters Pupils
A St Joseph recital featured Dominter Sisters pupils with many two piano numbers. The audience praised the freedom of playing and defined rhythm as teachers and parents applauded the year's work. The program included duets trios solos and a closing comment from Rev Fr O Reilly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominter
Audence
Jen Hillard
Mary Lenihan
Weber
Alice Larkin
Audrey Murphy
Karganoff
Loretta Foley
Helen Ruhland
Steele
Daniel Kelly
Thomas Peck
Bernard Lenihan
Lester Steckenbauer
William Power
Arthur Taft
Andrey McGuan
John Nitz
Roger Murphy
Philip Hormig
Walzer
Dyrell Cahoon
Francis Jones
Liszt
Genevieve Winchester
O’reilly
House Approves Unanimous Postal Pay Increase
The house passed by unanimous vote a postal pay raise bill for the 343 members present. It would take effect July 1 and add about 33 million dollars to the postal payroll in the first year.
Lusitania Destroyer To Be Blown Up
The German submarine U-20 that sank the Lusitania and rests wrecked on the Jutland coast will be destroyed. Mines drifted ashore will be used to blow up the hulk so no trace of the feared vessel remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jutland
Lift off Corns With Freezone Pain Free
Advertises Freezone liquid as a cheap easy way to remove corns and calluses by applying a few drops. Claims quick relief from pain and effortless removal of the corn or callus with no soreness. Promotes availability at drug stores.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Second City
Merrimack
John Astle and Sons
Carrie Lawrenz
Dellona
Charles Tyler
Cedar Rapids
G N. Swanson
A. M
T. S. Wells
Hmment Dwyer
A. G. Hein
Clara Brownrigg
Josie Dennis
Gertrude Premo
Charles Steinbrink
George Premo
Bafer
Louise Schultz
W. Schultz
H. T. Shields
Hazel Kasdorf
Koons
Celia Premo
Kirchstein
Stevens Point
Gustave R. Kirchstein
Clymer Junction
Jerome Parks
Charles
Clara
Suodi
Fern Parks
Wisconsi
A. Strout Farm Agency
Marquette Building
FT. Atkinson
K. OF C
Border
Old Capital
San Diego
South Dakota
Wisconsin
Mexico City
Spain
Central America
Papa
Mama
Darling
Miss la Ventta Premo
Park Boulevard
Republic
Ireland
Loretto
Pierce
Lynaugh
ST. Joseph
HOUSE
Lusitania
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!