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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1907
Page
4
Grand Rapids Tribune clarifies subscription prices at 1 year 1 50 and six months. Advertising rates set at ten cents per line for display matter with a 24 line minimum. Local notices cards of thanks resolutions and other notices incur a 5 cent per line publishing fee.
A long damaged notice describes civil service posts including a shorthand typist and deputy fire marshal at the University, with monthly wages around 460 and 500 dollars. It notes examinations, demands for stenographers, and travel allowances, urging applicants to send credentials to the Civil Service Commission in Madison, Wisconsin, amid broader state political mobilization and upcoming conventions. Also in the mix are medical ads and a New York Herald opinion urging U.S. protectorate over Cuba to avoid instability.
Land transfers reported across Woot County include Euphorine Hallar to Andrew Hallar in Sherry, Willista Fors to Michael Duval in McMillan, and multiple parcels exchanged near Grand Haplda and Grand Rapids. Transfers reference specific parcels, counties, and dates in July and August, noting parcels, parties, and nominal sums where shown.
An elderly patient recounts a severe measles illness followed by cholera and diarrheal symptoms. He credits a Chamberlain remedy with stabilizing his condition and saving his life, expressing gratitude for the treatment and praising its effects. The note mentions recovery and endurance after using the remedy in Concord.
A common quorament to promote thrift and timely foresight has begun by the Wirep National Yank, aiming to cost about One Rhane and Dollars. The savings bank offers practical means to gather funds for business or home purchase, with the First National helping state accounts. Many readers may take advantage of the generous offer.
Great Mara thon County Fair events draw hundreds of former residents to attend. Invitations offered to those who return their names and addresses to Hon. Henry Millar, Secretary of the Home Coming Association, for commemorative passes. Also promoting land sales via North Western Line with free crop prospectus and special excursion rates for homeseekers in South Dakota and Wyoming. Dr. Shoop Catarrh Remedy advertised with trial samples and local availability through Wood Co Dig Co.
Ito Record regards the Carson apple as suitable for experimental planting. The original tree came from a Carson source and is described with specific fruit traits and cultivation notes. The report endorses expansion of planting across regions including the Northeast, the Mone orchard and cranberry areas, and names Willie A. Taylor as official in charge of plant and berry work.
A garbled description describes an object with bright Eli son and dotted patterns. It notes protruding cavity measures, ringular shapes, deep fumeeted steel, and a midsized long surface. The text mentions converging eyes, closed form, yellow font, and a texture described as fine and tender with a yellowish color pile and broad oval features.
Dr H J Wheeler of Rhode Island reports potash and phosphates boost for strawberries in northern Ohio. Early spring soil incorporation advised. nitrogen may help. Also notes long term grain rotation yields at Ohio University farm, with continuous grain averages 20.0 bushels per acre vs 26.8 with clover rotations. Catalpa and locust seeds mold sowing tips for spring.
Mrs John Beaver of Neilaville visits the city. Mira Haney Highland of Keukaua hosts at John Alpine home. Coben Bras etora: 3 Aira. H. GC. Pearson of Appleton visits parents Carrington. Several residents travel or relocate, telegraph operator disputes noted, wood sales and real estate ads appear. Various local figures, doctors, and families mentioned with moving, visiting, or employment updates.
Martin Stensborg of Ailner dies at 63 after care in Chand Rapide hospital. Burial at Miser cemetery follows Thursday arrival. Lutheran Union Church member mourns his passing with seven children and many friends. Also: local visits, birth announcements, weather damage, and promotions for Foley's Kidney Cure amid health ads.
Mrs H B Parker and children with Mrs Tack Bever and kids travel to Maralefield. Mr and Mrs Jon Armon depart for Tomahawk. Hazel Gimes accompanies. Williams of Hoyt Kansas visited for trust funds due the Potewa Indians. Misses Leucis Rose and Winifred Pollen visit H E McCoy family. Kraus brothers and Binton Kraus return from visits to Menasha Sheboygan Grand Rapids Marshfield Wangsac. Robinson family from Biles visits. Sowatzke Harman Bagran visit Grand Rapids area. Bittle Hdna dies Tuesday night. burial at Lyndon Station Thursday. Carole Barna of Dewhurst visited Friday. Anna Stenad and friend from Antigo visit relatives. Stella Kiniater of Grand Rapids visits friends. Tommy and Charlie Pitts from Necedal visit Clara Favel. John Allen of Rhivelander visits sister Mrs May Milton. W B Jansen of Bigheys Alabama arrives to visit children. Andrew Erickson of Dexterville visits here.
A Sunday storm struck the Heery Knoll barn with a bolt, killing three cows as the building was spared. The event underscores the storm’s severity and the barn’s survival.
A reader notes relief for eczema using Chamberlain's Salve after trying doctors' remedies. The testimonial claims it worked well for her wife and mentions Daly D. & Jewelry Co. as a seller.
At a village meeting the board votes to pursue a petition for annexation of the Nekoona territory. Projections show over 4300 residents in the area. A survey ordered to proceed with the application to the circuit court follows a massing of 1512 villagers in the village and surrounding lands. Districts No 1, 2, and 4 plan new school arrangements ahead of September term. Warning appears for readers about Poley’s K Cure alongside an unrelated ad for Daly Deng jewelry.
Mica Lucy Sedall of LaCrosse and Mrs. Nottia Soajn with a Chicago party lingered at Frank Sedall’s. Rumor hints at a surprise party for a local citizen. Frank Mogouski welcomes twin boys. Orino Laxative Brnit Syrup promises a money back guarantee for constipation and indigestion.
Community chatter includes Rudolphs big dance at Qlueys hall on Thursday with Good people attending and Miss Francia Balotz visiting Grant Rapids, plus barn losses from Sunday weather. Lightning hits John Comer barn. Char Earl and Mrs Earland suffer losses. Miss Grate Fox resigns to teach in Carson district. Also a New Jersey editor praises Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs, and local ads for De Shoop’s Magic Ointment and Wood Co. supply details.
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