31 Aug 1891
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Newspaper
Eau Claire Weekly Leader
Location
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1891
Page
1
Notice is given under law that lands and lots sold May 21, 1889 for taxes in Eau Claire County will be deeded on May 28, 1393 unless redeemed. Purchasers’ certificates describe the lots, with amounts including tax, interest, and costs to redemption day. Robert LaThere, County Clerk, Eau Claire, Wis.
The text notes names and items including A Wrist, Culver, Myers, and Sholis, and mentions Persoon & Graham and Van Buskirk. It references a shipment or appointment by Pioneer Lumber Company and an expected transit to Belle Claire with listed personnel. A reader may glean vague operational details and a roster of individuals connected to a local lumber business and transit mention.
The Camp Douglas match drew attention as the crack shots of Company I, including Private Burns of the Rites, led with 34 of 100. Private Burns, Private Mose, and Private Carlson posted top scores, while the Third regiment team posted the highest aggregate. Officers praised the marksmen as the state’s best, though the report notes discipline and health cautions for young men pushed by excess.
Dr Hogeboom has moved south for health and will close out his Eau Claire area holdings. Prompt applications to the agent offer very desirable bids. Land near the city ranges from one to forty acres, fertile and attractive for market gardening fruit poultry or residence. J G Bartan
The Soo road lowers tourist rates to Ontario Quebec and New England with low fares to New York Boston Portland Buffalo Toronto and Montreal. Tickets valid for three months to return. For details contact Fred J. Bletcher.
Short notes advertise three furnished rooms in a central nation torent and promote LEADER and Wisconsin papers at ten cents weekly, with a combined offer for 15 cents weekly. Also announces ten-dollar electric belts trial, offices at Lake Street Eau Claire, and a Northwestern Life Insurance agent opportunity in Eau Claire and Chicago.
Hattie Burke of Oxford avenue seeks a share of J. B. De Yarman estate, claiming marriage to the late Ewing L. B. De Yarnan. Probate records show an inventory under 87,000 with admin issued to Ald Wales Willard. Burke will present a marriage certificate and pursue her claims in court.
A tale recalls Jas Allen of Han Claire and family in De Land Florida after a severe railroad collision. Allen narrowly escaped death, losing strength but surviving with a shoulder injury, while the crew and awaiting transport aided him. The narrative blends local recollection with a dramatic rescue scene on a sidelong track in a rain drenched moment.
Florentia Ho for sale with thirty five acre plots in Witneuuisseis Park. Land is fertile, regularly platted with streets and adjacent to seven deep dates. Within miles of De Land depot, park recently developed with nineteen improved groves and orange trees. Various prices from $100 to $13,000, offering grove sizes from 4 to 23 acres. several properties include houses and modern conveniences. Contact A. D. Clarren. inquiries via Lange Bros fruit store Water street or Hugh M. Master’s dry goods Barstow.
Obituary notes the death of W. W. Mead the first conductor of the spring 1868 Omaha line train. Mead rose from fireman to engineer and then conductor, serving as oldest on the road. He died in Chicago at about fifty, leaving a wife and no children. Remains sent to Menomonie for funeral with service planned between St. Paul and Black River Falls.
A historical note describes Wunkesba as a premier summer resort in Wisconsin. It highlights tranquil scenery, grand hotels, nearby Wisconsin Central depot, and proximity to the Siltrian Mineral Spring company. The piece mentions Colonna Mis and local attractions drawing visitors, with a focus on quiet hospitality and regional fraternity centers.
A Lawrenceburg based firm announces disposal of select lots held under its land and mineral holdings. Purchasers 9 first buyers pay 85 dollars for inside lots plus fees. multiple parcels described with per lot sizes and condition. Prospective buyers urged to contact the Lawrenceburg company for details and terms.
Altion and Bormann announce a new meat market at 201 North Dewey on the corner of Galloway Street offering fresh beef and other meats at market prices. Salt meat, sausage, poultry available with delivery service across the city. Telephone number given as 56.
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