Gibraltar Letter From Grand Rhapide Boy on the Albany
A sailor’s postcard from Lt. Ridgman aboard the Albany describes a voyage to China and Gibraltar, praising the cruiser’s finish and detailing visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral Windsor Castle and Paris. He notes bluejackets earning honors abroad, sees the Eiffel Tower and bullfights in Spain, and reports Albany’s speed and gun placements on the Rock. He plans no home leave until June next year.
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Ridgman
Wieson Earl
China
Gibraltar
Earl
Albany
Jin Eng
United States
Strall
Linea
Spain
GinnaLrar
Sears
Pather
Pau
Southampton
England
New Orleans
Linclose
Witicl
London
Baris
St. Paul's Cathedral
Westuiduster Abbey
Thanes
Windsor Castle
Europe
Paris
Lulso
Africa
Christiana
Eani
RipgMax
Benefit Ball for Hirzy's Orchestra at Opera House
The brass band members will host a benefit ball at the Opera House on Thursday evening August 9 to raise money for uniforms. Organizers hope for strong attendance to begin building a fund that will grow over time to outfit the band in a presentable style.
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Hirzy
Opera House
Grand Rapids and Stevens Point Baseball Sunday at Fairgrounds
On Sunday August 5 the Grand Rapids and Stevens Point teams meet at the Fairgrounds for a standout summer game. Stevens Point touts a strong lineup and a good contest is anticipated. Ladies admitted free to the pay.
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Grand Rapids
Stevens Point
Fairgrounds
Barn and stacks burned near 10 Mile Creek
Henry Knute of 10 Mile Creek was badly burned while fighting a barn fire that spread to nearby hay stacks. Dr Luxe treated his facial and hand injuries, deemed painful but not life threatening. J B Chapin announced a patent for a device to aid optometry and muscle relief, with demonstrations in Detroit and plans to commercialize through Johnson Optical.
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Henry Knute
10 Mile Creek
Henry Knale
Luxe
Wate
Dantes
Kuute
Kaate
Railroad survey hints at new crossing near Nekooosa
During the compact week J A Blunt J L Pennifield and J P Yates of the C N W railway checked ground on both river banks between Princeton and Nekooosa to pick a crossing site. Survey from Princeton to Nekooosa finished and lines extend to the city. Rumors say the Northwestern Company may have bought the M S E line, but officials refuse to comment.
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J. A Blunt
J. L. Pennifield
J. P. Yates
Wilter
Nekousa
Princeton
Nekoosa
Barns Burned Near Bliss and Reinert Darkness
Two east side barns owned by M Bliss and A Reinert burned on Monday night causing about 3200 in loss. Reinert barn insured for 875 while the other structure had no coverage. Alarm sounded by local electric plant whistle around two in the morning. Firemen could not stop the blaze as it spread. Several chickens and doves perished though some birds escaped. Origin unknown but believed to be arson by a vandal or prankster.
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M. Bliss
A. Reinert
Surance
Reinert
L. Pontainga
National Ecampment Sees Large Attendance Expected
The G. A. K. from Unis city plans to attend the encampment in Uti caga from Aug 26 to Sept tat. Local past leaders are urged to attend in a body to carry their flag in the parade. The post here has fifty members, with forty expected to attend, and Deputy Commander Pratt has secured quarters for that number. This year's encampment is anticipated to be large.
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Unis
Uticaga
Pratt
Chance to Enlist in All Branches at Arietod Hotel
Capt. Geo. F. Chase of Milwatthen will be at the Arietod hotel Stevens st on Aug and ? to recruit for all branches including infantry cavalry and artillery. Special enlistments offered under orders for the Philippines with handy provisions for the battalion of engineers.
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Geo. F. Chase
Milwatthen
Arietod
Stevens St
Philippines
Enginedra
Dentist Dr Chas Pomsinville vs J A Cohens Store
A local civil action in Grand Rapids Wisconsin pits dentist Dr Chas Pomsinville against J A Cohens Store in a dispute likely over goods or services. The case cites the defendant as a Wisconsin retailer and indicates a formal court filing.
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Chas
Electric Freaks Strike New Jersey Home in Severe Storm
A fierce Thursday night storm damaged N J Boucher’s house, tearing siding and door panels as hail, lightning, and a burned telephone network disrupted the area. Boucher and others escaped injury, though a rifle near the property sparked additional concern as fires and fallen wires tripped the scene.
Mysterious Death of Louis Bellefenikg in Merrill
Louis Bellefenikg, a longtime resident of Elis and Merrill, died in Merrill under unclear circumstances. His body was recovered from a log jam in the Wisconsin River after being missing since July 20. Investigators found his watch and chain on the body, suggesting accidental drowning rather than foul play, though neighbors doubt suicide. He was about fifty, never married, and left no known relatives. a coroner’s inquest and funeral were held at Henry Lankwitz’s establishment.
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Louis Bellefenikg
Elis City
Merrill
Myllefeuius
Peter Berard
WSO
Hualing
Can
Jain
Dome
Wade
Wadertaker
Win
Canada
Chamberman
Henry Lankwitz
Double Wedding in Sigel at Hesary Buetcher Home
A double wedding is planned at Hesary Buetcher’s Sigel home on Tuesday. Agnie and Paulina Buetcher will wed Pred Hassler of Sigel and John G Lembie of Sigel. Adaie will become Mrs. Lembie and Paulina Mth Hassler. The Rev Ernest Buese will officiate. Recepetion and dance to follow with many invitations issued.
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Hesary Buetcher
Sigel
New Books Ordered Arrive Amid Historic Word List
A partial note indicates new books are ordered with an expected arrival in a forthcoming published list. The item hints at a historical word collection and an inkling of vowels in the forthcoming records.
School Board Meeting Reveals Repair Plans and Temp Relocation
A fragmented report outlines school repairs and temporary classroom moves. Mentioned are basement space secured for departments, an east side church unit used for a temporary grade, and rental costs around 33 per unit. Officials discuss long term aim to build a new building and reroute funds. Repairs to the west side are delayed a year with a new door and pole placement planned at the high school.
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Mudie
Accident claims two fingers in curb work incident
Reported Saturday in which a laborer suffered the loss of two fingers on the west site while placing curbing stones. A stone reportedly fell crushing the fingers into an unrecognizable mass and required quick aid.
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Liege
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American Association of Aptic
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