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Newspaper

Grand Rapids Tribune

Location

Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1901

Page

1

Prisoner in Custody as Barron Jail Reports Case

In a tense sequence at Barron jail, an alleged forger known as Wagner faces trial as authorities await confirmation of identity and charges. The prisoner remains under guard while investigators pursue connections to a broader alleged theft ring and possible accomplices in nearby cities.

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Suspects in Custody After Jail Delivery

Two men named James Pat Thahy and James Melom were jailed in Wasa Wisconsin after a jail delivery incident at Neilleville Sunday night. Authorities say they matched the telegram description received by Chief Malone and are believed to be connected to a Burgess gang. Police continue the investigation with both suspects in custody.

Wasa Wis Daly Pat Thahy Dames Melom Burghes Neilleville Ghier Malone Mckey

Fragmented Text Hard to Parse School Notes

The readable lines describe a practice school context with references to Lafayette, teachers, and students. The garbled OCR mentions Pred, Gone He, Vatzer, and Meath, plus various places and events. This item appears as a damaged notebook-style snippet with unclear dates or outcomes.

Feaware Lafayette Gaunty Saiillsburg Wisding Nora Tleuey

Water Tower at Waupun Construction Notice

State agency announces a planned water tower erection project in Waupun. Details remain unclear due to OCR corruption but indicate a formal public works action with possible contractor and timeline references.

State Senator Kinidson Attends Town Wedding in Wisconsin

The narrative describes Senator Kinidson and notable attendees at a wedding in Wisconsin. It notes Kinidson as a longtime Republican figure in a district historically Democratic, with references to his military service in the Span American War and roles in the Wisconsin National Guard. The wedding occurred at the bride’s mother’s home with a gathering of local families and officials.

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City to Lose Central Shops Prompts Worker Concern

Population around 26400 faces factory and shop closures. Workers fear layoffs as plans shift, with many employed in the downtown area. City officials and business owners expect significant disruption to local commerce and housing, while some shops plan relocations and wage effects loom.

ISCOFIELD ASKS FOR TELEPHONE FRANCHISE

Manavirn Wie duly applied for telephone franchises at Cranebisys Massuptte and Menominee, presented by Gen. Edward Sefield at Wey sewed, Wis. The applications promise system operation within a year and integration with the independent Hephany Mus at Wi. Tribunises will be considered at the next meeting with similar filings in Quonte and Gree Bay.

Manavirn Wie Speviali Menominee Edward Sefield Vomsind Alb Pbutebinsan Weysewed Wis Mus Wi In Qvonte Gree Bay

Henry Cooper Marries in Surprise to Friends

A Wisconsin couple from the First Wisconsin district surprised relatives with a wedding in New York. The groom Henry Cooper, a local quag avevie id legislator, reportedly wed his longtime partner without public notice amid unclear legal implications.

Rashi Wis Julie Jhoney A. Cooper Eomgevssnust Wisconsin Reptuitien York Ike Euny Anu Telenea Lawialeer

La Crosse to Have Auto Police Patrol Plan

Fragmented OCR notes outline a proposed auto patrol in La Crosse Wisconsin. Mentions names like Chet Byrne and references to an appropriation and policy debate. Content is partial and unclear due to transcription issues.

LA Crosse

Reports on Crops Compare Drought Impacts Across Counties

Madieon Wayalae and SpecielJ release interim crop reports detailing drought effects as of August 4. Committees in southern regions publish averages and notes variations. Lakeland and Walworth County show notable conditions while several areas report lower yields and ongoing stress. A statewide analysis will categorize losses into three districts to gauge seasonal impact and guide relief actions.

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Remodel A Mill Spells Major Changes At Plant

A Wisconsin mill project plans significant revisions to expand capacity and efficiency. The overhaul includes widening the site, deepening the wheel pit, relocating power equipment, and enlarging the tailrace to support increased production and river power use.

Wang Wiisi Che Hig Milling Wiedlte Mee Baeheaw Company Wiscursin Postion Wales Ann Seynedd

School for Railroad Men Report on Traffic Arrangements

A damaged OCR text notes a railway school includes names such as Wray and Greinke, with mentions of traffic arrangements, clerks, and machinists. It references sessions or positions, possibly detailing personnel and duties at a facility associated with rail operations.

Mater Machaniss Wray

An Historical Pilgrimage Fragment Title

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a pilgrimage motif with faded names and unclear events. The text hints at a journey, places, and possible religious or cultural references, but specifics are obscured.

Head Caught in Rollers In Unclear Newspaper Scene

Fragmented report describes an accident or incident involving multiple names and places. The readable portions hint at a roller mechanism and a person named Steven Mobit with associates Roger Polit and Yeverre OF ATs in a city setting. The text remains garbled and partial.

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Stabbing Incident At Local Place Sparks Fight

Report describes a serious stabbing affray near a venue between several individuals including Kevan and Flanigan. The altercation escalated with a blast of violence and suspects were reported to be detained in the vicinity by authorities.

Cabs de Rueris Spoviah Thie Pigelimston Kevan Ries Maniel Ayn Flanigan

Fragmentary OCR Summary: Unclear historical note

Incomplete readable text fragments mention names and terms but lack coherent events or context. The isolated words suggest possible references to persons and places, yet no verifiable actions, dates, or outcomes emerge for a concise record.

Night Haranger Missing Reveals Tangled Local Feuds

Fragmentary OCR reports a missing Night Haranger amid a tangle of names and places including Hatem Diwtnears Maul and Citlige Higtacs. The tale mentions coffee horses, an allegory, a visit, and a gathering where a sister’s presence and a large water event near Venice are hinted at, with few clear facts.

Hatem Diwtnears Marlesiine Wisslaig Paneer

Motorman Caught Ripling Cabin Box Incident in Lavine Wisconsin

A local report from Lavine Wisconsin details a motorman alleged to be involved in a box theft scheme. The article mentions Joby Bishop and arrest records, with court intent in Somers and Wee city links.

Gold near Holy Hill sparks mining tale in Wisconsin

In Poyankes Wisconsin July 30 special report says a golden vein near Holy Hill may yield paying quantities. Thomas Whe lan, owner of the SO Owene farm and Pi reenrk, claims glittering metal found in stones on the hill. Local farmers were skeptical but samples from nearby rocks reportedly show gold content, with estimates of 1000 to 5000 dollars per ton based on assaying. Whe lan plans further tests and notes his mining experience in Idaho, Colorado, Washington and California.

Poyankes Wis Wisconsin Helen Aneig Waresha Taco County Nist Thomas Whelag Ste Holy Hill Pi 4 Shila Whelam Milwaukee Whelana Arlece Mininss Idaho Colorado Washington California

J. W. Hicks Resigns From Attorney General Office

J W Hicks resigns as Attorney General's clerk amid a terse Madison, Wisconsin scene. The message mentions tracing duties and the transition. a note references university ties and a broader shift in office staff.

Robbed priest's house shocks parishioners

A burglary at Father Knox's residence in Manspy Meutin, during the church service, disrupted Sunday worship. Police search ongoing as authorities seek suspects and secure the parish.

Victims of Impure Water Fatalities Reported

Miss Queitzachis death follows mint as brother at Raeahai. Barohen Wisaly reports 20 8preiaid Miss Anna Ghristasely died this morning of typhoid fever after exposure to impure water. The article notes several cases and references local health concerns.

Queitzachis Mint Raeahai Barohen Wisaly Anna Ghristasely Tved Heather

Mra Babcock Anointed Marton Fee Wiss Taty

Fragmentary OCR text yields few clear facts. It mentions Mrs. Babcock and an event labeled Marton, with unclear context and scattered phrases about hatred and private details, insufficient to determine a coherent news item or outcome.

Marton

Wisconsin congressman Cooper bride identity revealed

A biographical sketch in the congressional directory names Miss Sara Cooper-Philis of New York as the bride of Congressman HL A Cooper, whose marriage in New York City was disclosed amid discussion of his forthcoming Pan-American expedition and plans in Washington. The piece notes Cooper’s Wisconsin roots, legal career, and eight-year tenure in Congress as chair of a committee, while confirming his bachelor status until the marriage.

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Wisconsin Dentists Hold Silent Sign Language Convention

Afflicted but happy report from La Grasse Wisconsin on July 29 as the Wisconsin Dentists Association conducts a convention. Over 10 delegates attend a silent sign language meeting, with talks on health and education and plans for expanding services in the state.

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Fond du Lac Deputy Oil Inspectors Defied in Mix

A garbled report from Fond du Lac describes Deputy Oil Inspectors facing defiance amid protests and political tension. Names and places are unclear, but the piece references local officials, authorities, and an ongoing dispute over inspection authority.

Fond DU Lac

Tlotel at Fairwater Destroyed by Fire

Fire destroyed a hotel at Fairwater in a western portion of the town, severe burns reported for a man who escaped through a window. Investigators found the fire early evening, with damages estimated around 100 dollars and smoke damage widespread.

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Runaway Stallion Causes Street Chaos In Milwaukee

A runaway stallion roamed the north side streets Saturday night without a driver, colliding with wagons and injuring a bystander near Brat & Thompson. The horse was eventually slowed by George Pailey's team. several of Dailey's horses were also injured, with at least one likely to die. Authorities fear the animal may cause further danger as it wanders the area.

Atiaehyll Lee Wanghard Brat &Thompson Winehird Iiti

Spanish American War Veterans Reunion in Manitowoc

The first reunion of Spanish American War veterans in the United States was held in Manitowoc Wisconsin on July 20. Officers plan annual gatherings with next year in Appleton and tentative talks involve the Sixteenth Regiment and veterans from Camp Baer.

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Corn Yield Report Scrambles Local Crop Outlook

A partial, garbled clipping notes a heavy corn harvest with references to Viciity Marshfield and Mani areas. Mentions special reports and efforts to salvage crops, with authorities/agents preparing further updates on the situation.

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