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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1905
Page
4
Fragmentary Grand Rapids Tribune text lists subscription prices and a note about a past issue. It references Grant, Wisconsin, and mentions a secretarial or secondary matter. The readable portion shows yearly and six month rates in cents and dollars.
The page reports a mix of local events with names of residents and venues. It mentions a winter tune at an unnamed location, community observations on jewelry gifts, and a court case or public discussion involving local figures. Numerous typos obscure details but names like Halve and Dun Halve appear, alongside references to operations at ATL Ghodee and a school lead.
A meeting of the Cranberry Growers Association in Wareham Mass. addresses licensing, records, and duties of committees. discussion covers publishing facts for growers, weather data, insect pests, and dangers of secrecy. A member argues for public data to prevent bad investments and improve profitability of cranberry cultivation.
The cranberry market shows strong demand across the country with prices rising beyond expectations. Large buyers profited by high stocking, while growers who held back expect continued profits as public buying remains steady despite elevated prices. Western markets see cape stock at 11 to 13 per barrel, with hints of 15 later. Wisconsin bog expansion is anticipated if proposed projects go forward.
Broad notice lists names of addressees including Brooks Willard Case Sherry Doman Willie Huey G J Bill J We Miller Fred L Utter Fred in an advertised letters section of the post office.
Davidson and his company bring a new play titled Phe folks up Willow. An intensely interesting comedy with strong characters promises a good show. The dancing mystery will open a school of dancing at the Foresters ball on Saturday Dec 7. Children’s class 2:30 PM.
Historic mill on the Waupaca River in Jelsonville, established before statehood in 1847, faces a mandated fishway installation that could cut water power. Owner To berg seeks relief as water flow restrictions threaten operations. Also reports a severe leg injury to George Minahan, an employee of Consolidated Water Power and Paper Co., plus a local editorial endorsing Dr. H. A. Lathrop for governor.
Bernhart Rowland five years old son of Mr and Mrs Robert Rowland died last Wednesday of appendicitis after sickness from Monday. An operation was performed Wednesday afternoon but he could not survive the effort, dying as the operation finished. The child was beloved and the community offers sympathy to his parents.
The ladies of the Baptist Church will host a meat pie supper in the church rooms located in the old Post Office building on Wednesday the 8th from four to eight thirty p.m. The public is invited. Proceeds support church activities.
Gov LaFolletta announced plans to run for the United States Senate, marking a major milestone in the state’s political history. The Folas wp Willow Creek presents a blend of comedy and music, while a National Biscuit Co. demonstrator will visit Heineman Mercantile Co. next week with cocoa and waters served for attendees.
Helix Wallach was struck by a passenger train on a St Paul line Monday evening while walking along the highway toward his home. He is badly hurt and confined to bed under physician care. Historical Lectures Planned at Lincoln High School by Prof Charles W Seymour includes Julius Caesar Hera of the Dews Lorenzo da Medici and Queen Elizabeth with lectures to begin at 730pm on Dec 7th. Tickets for the four lectures $1.00 each for adults.$0.50 for children.
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