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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1906
Page
4
A lengthy battle over tariff protection, agricultural support, and wartime price controls dominates a Wisconsin and national scene. Debates center on wheat, oats, corn, and cotton pricing, with lawmakers and farmers weighing Republican protection versus market forces. The piece ties farm policy to electoral outcomes, naming candidates and places across Wisconsin and beyond.
A damaged notice declares Stacy Seustor seeking the Republican nomination for Wisconsin governor in the forthcoming primary. The text also references a sheriff candidacy on the Republican ticket and notes approval at a future meeting.
Unclear OCR text references a candidate for a nomination and a primary vote prospect. Mentions Lak au Sept and Ty Jatrsy as potential names amid garbled lines. The readable portion hints at a reforming primary process and a localized electoral context.
A poorly legible notice describes an upcoming legal filing or election event in Annonnedaih with references to Freindly County residents and a candidate for attorney. It appears to announce a petition process to be held next Saphonchir with several named individuals and locations, though the text is garbled.
A Boston inquiry reveals 48 percent rise in living costs since 1657, while wages lag, forcing families to stretched budgets. The piece argues wage gains fail to match price increases, driving many into debt and hardship despite broad prosperity for a few. Strong critique of wage structure and cost of living.
A meeting of the precinct ward village and township committees of the Democratic party of Wood County Wisconsin will be held on the sixth day of September 196b. The purpose is to elect representation to the County Committee of the Democratic party of Wood County. Edward Lynch is chairman.
George McKerrow of Powankee returns from Britain with 237 head of Shropshires Oxfords Southdowns and other breeds for Wisconsin state fair. Imports include Cheshaye Heft and 44 Shropshire stock emphasizing British bloodlines. Sheep will be shown at the fair with selective buyers in several towns and colleges.
The Wisconsin State Civil Service Commission announced a September general examination for officials including stenographers typewriters hydro engineers of stationary steam boilers guards at Groom Bay Reformatory and dairy tasters at Prairie du Chien. Only men are eligible for some posts with stipends of 95.00 a day for special stenographers and 1.00 a day for clerks with typewriter ability during legislative sessions.
Vesper won the Saturday softball clash with Milladore. A Saturday dance by the ball team drew a large crowd and was deemed a success. Montgomery reports several towns noted harvest field activity with many men returning from Minnesota. Local notices recall OAKVILLE resident R A Gray praising Foley’s Kidney Cure.
Country correspondents report on residents in Edward and nearby towns. Visitors include Mr and Mrs Boo Leitner of Edward and Miss Edith Norton of Grand Rapids. Bridges on Five Mile Plainfield road under construction and repairs on Iova and Hanser routes. Multiple family moves, hospital visits, school plans, and church services noted.
W J Clark visited Bancroft relatives last week. A bouncing boy arrived at the Ang Tacoby iaime recently. Migs Hrima Hosial attended events at Olang Johnson hon in Sigel. Attorney J J Tetfrey was in town meeting friends. John expected strong support in Radelph as the right man for the right job. Daughters Rows and May returned home Sunday. Nicholas Myrceau's friends enjoyed chicken chowder Sunday. A woman seeks cures for wrinkles. Mollisters products promised a brighter face. Johason & Hit Co Dist No 4 hired Mr Snider of Pittegilla for winter teaching. School starts the 10th. Blackberries prove abundant this year. Piltz Bros. busy at their shop. Ang Earth Sr. and son visited with stock. Mr Worth noted as a prosperous farmer. Primary election September ath, polls from to 7 p m. Grain stock of Patur Akey nearly struck by lightning. fire contained with minimal damage. SIGEL picnic by Polish church well attended and enjoyed. Food served, entertainment pleasing. Attorney J T Teitray mentioned regarding election. Mr Jeffrey well known. locals expect strong support. Miss Mary Fereh returns from Milwaukee and will start duties next Monday. Doerrluh's hall hosted a political gathering Thursday night. Townsfolk invited to attend with roundabout town turnout expected.
A series of brief notices lists social happenings and movements in the area: a double wedding involving Adolph Alberta Martha Zager Herman Zager and Hertha Bedkey. residents shopping in the city. teachers and hires as beet man on a farm. visits by Fred McKee C. E. McKee Chas Linke H Wickman and others. teaching changes in District No 3 and No 7. numerous Sunday and Friday visits and family gatherings around Geo Baxter J Go Otto Lipke and Otto households.
In hot months the first looseness of a child's bowels demands immediate attention. A few doses of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil cleanse the system. Rev MO Stockland of Little Falls Minnesota reports long use and high regard for this remedy for summer disorders in children sold by Daly Drug & Jewelry Co.
An ad-style claim touts a cure for enlarged prostate and urinary issues. It cites personal testimony from a Mr. Burvett and mentions usage of a product named Widhey's Cure sold by Daly Drag & Jewelry Co. The unnamed speaker reports relief after taking two bottles.
Local residents are mentioned in a series of social notes including Miss Leon Fone acting for Sid Waster Union Volugraph Co in Grand Rapids, Mrs Mille Silith selling her residence, and P K Ward reported quite sick. Several visits and moves are noted such as Ed Winehouse relocating to Mingegun and Mrs Levin traveling to Milwaukee with Lyler sisters.
Mr. Chas Baldwin of Edwardville DNL suffered years of chronic constipation and stomach trouble. After using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets he was almost cured. Why not try a package? Price 25 cents. Samples free. For sale by Daly Drug and Jewelry Co.
A large group from Aldedorf traveled to Grand Rapids Saturday for the funeral of Mrs. Louis Shia. Relatives and friends, including Mrs. E. P. Engel and children, returned home after spending time with kin. Various neighbors visited relatives and attended an encampment, with others staying at local homes.
Barry Ferdan and Walter Bornpit led Adams County families to the Sons of Veterans picnic at Yellow Banka last Friday. Miss Olive Hawley, Mrs. L Fos, and Mr. Carley of Fluvar are among those visiting relatives and hosting social gatherings. Proceeds from the ice cream social reached eleven dollars and a half.
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