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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
1
A local ad promotes a 90 percent discount on automobile printing services claiming quicker paint hardening and better satisfaction. It mentions special price on Tords, Hugo Lind, on the west side.
Classified notices advertise a six room house and two McKinley Street lots, Grand Avenue and 16th Avenue plots, Lincoln Street parcels with contact Geo A Ellis phone 624, a lost pocket book on Vesper road near Moccasin Creek claimed by John Kraykoroski. Also rent for an eight room Drake Street house by Gog Ginns, Hrazeau & Gogelna, 160 acre Arpin farm with 70 acres cleared, A J Cowell 1378 Washington Ave phone 896. good mare for sale in Vesper by A Gattsinger. Rhode Island Red pullets one dollar and hens 75 cents, postal Box 31 Route 7 City delivery.
Daily papers report Germany and its allies begin talks for peace and notify other powers in the great European conflict. While England and its allies await reaction, observers doubt any side gains from a protracted war now seen as endless. The public decries a "Peace at any Price" mood as nations seek an end to two and a half years of costly fighting.
The Catholic Lady Foresters elected new officers at the Forester hall on Wednesday evening. Proxeda Golla was named Chief Ranger with Mrs. D. Reil as Vice Chief Ranger and Mrs. Julia Bever as Recording Secretary. Financial Secretary to be Mrs. Chas Nobles, Treasurer Mrs. I. G. Dunnigan. Senior Conductor Mrs. Margaret Menning, Junior Conductor Mrs. Pauline Latus. Delegate to state convention Miss Proxeda Golla, alternate Mrs. D. Refland.
A new variety store will open in the Pomainville building opposite the Witter House on Saturday at 8 o clock. Proprtetors have stocked Christmas goods and invite the public to visit and inspect. Prices will be low for quality, aiming to give Grand Stupids exceptional values for money.
Merrill city leaders initiate a lighting overhaul using uniform concrete posts placed 180 feet apart along the business portion of town. The move aims to brighten the area and modernize street illumination across commerce zones.
The County Clerk Nobles issued marriage licenses for Owen J. Jols of Pittsville and Gladys Sparks of Caney, and Towni W. Johnson with Eva D. Brangtad, both of Grand Rapids. Almond attended the funeral of Mrs. Louise McCarthy, with Mr. Tray, a former raft pilot on the Wisconsin river, noting his long residence near Plainfield and farming.
A cautionary Christmas appeal encourages giving books as gifts, touting a wide stock for babies, young readers, and adults. The store highlights cloth books, classic series, and affordable titles, urging early selection and offering to fetch any missing titles in time for Christmas.
Arthur Sickles longtime Grand Rapids resident and West Side barber died at his home after contracting pneumonia following a deer hunting trip. He was 58, survived by his wife and four children, with a funeral held at the Catholic church attended by the Eagles and local firemen.
The 17th District Women’s Christian Union, about a thousand members, met in Minneapolis on September 5. They endorsed the film Civilization to be shown at the Palace Theatre on December 27 and 28 to teach against war and to promote the Prince of Peace as world allegiance. Alice M Calderwood, Secretary, 17th District WCTU.
William Lutz, about 40 and unmarried, was found dead on the cement floor of his barn near Almond after apparently falling from a beam eighteen feet high while haying. A water jug left by the beam suggests he ventured out, lost balance, and died instantly. He lived with his twin sister and her husband, Mr and Mrs William Heinke, on adjoining farms. last summer he built the new barn where the tragedy occurred.
A Tribune subscriber rural carrier thanks the paper for advice on handling rural patrons mail stamping in cold weather. He recalls digging nannies from a nail box and licking stamps and notes a patron asking Washington whether stamping was required, receiving the same old answer.
The garage at Nekoosa has new management as Mike Power and Joseph Gaze Iey bought out the Billings interest. Fitch remains interested, Power is a skilled machinist and will head the mechanical work, enabling the shop to handle any job of that kind.
A city petition drive by Retail Liquor Dealers Association aims to ban free lunches at saloons. Saloon owners sign or oppose, arguing rights to serve meals and business autonomy, while critics call the practice a nuisance amid rising food costs.
Nellie T Dickson aged 75 died at her daughter's home Tuesday evening after a lengthy illness. Born September 18 1859 in Centralia now Grand Rapids she lived in the area most of her life. Survived by daughters Mrs J W Bird Stevens Point Mrs J F Nason City and Mrs Lee Bayne Shineland er. Funeral at Congregational church Friday at 2 PM.
An all day joint conference of the Central Wisconsin Live Stock Breeders association was held at Marshfield city hall. A May sale was tentatively planned with committees chosen to organize the event. Officers elected include J C Kieffer Auburndale as president, William Burhopp as vice president, R J Williams as secretary, and W W Clark as treasurer.
Mrs Louise McCarthy a longtime Grand Rapids resident died at her home after a lengthy illness rendered her bedridden by a paralytic stroke Born in Albany New York on March 1 1846 she moved to Grand Rapids as a young woman and married John McCarthy on October 5 1862 They had twelve children six girls and six boys all living except one daughter Mrs Frank Sheehan who died last year Surviving children include Mrs Thomas McGrath Biron Mrs M Lemense and Mrs W J McGrogan Grand Rapids Emmett T Edward and George McCarthy Mrs Nettie Connora Thorpe Mrs Paul Graw Milwaukee John McCarthy Balfour N D Justin McCarthy Webster and Marcel McCarthy Minneapolis Funeral services conducted by Rae Wim Reding of that church.
A special meeting of school district No 2 in Grand Rapids will be held on Saturday December 23 to vote on a new location for the school to be built in the coming year. The session will decide the site for the facility.
Joel Reimer, inmate of the county poor farm, died Sunday morning at age 87. Former resident of the city, he had lived at the poor farm for years. Funeral services were held there Monday.
The American Carbonic Company reported orders for two ice machines in the past week. One will be placed at the Kelserhoff Hotel in Chicago and the other at the Thompson Malted Milk Company plant in Waukesha.
At Monday’s regular school board meeting the resignation of Isaac P. Witter was accepted and T. W. Brazeau was elected to fill his third ward seat. Witter’s resignation leaves the presidency vacant, and Guy O. Babcock was elected to serve the unexpired term as president.
At a special Marshfield city council meeting Tuesday the Palm Garden operated by Trudeau Bros. had its license revoked amid a complaint that liquor was sold to a minor.
Mrs. Curtis Crotteau has leased the Grand Rapids Hotel from Kruger & Wheslan and opened it for the public. The hotel is favorably located and there is no reason why patrons should not enjoy a good stream of business.
Mrs John Pagels longtime Rudolph resident died at her son Freds home on Saturday December 9 after a long illness cause of death asthma She was about 80 at death The funeral was held Tuesday noon from the Rudolph home with services by Rev Pautz of this city
A fragment notes an advertised mail list at the post office in Wisconsin. Includes terse reference to the ad list and regional posting, with unclear details about dates or specific names.
Mrs S N Whittlesey of Cranmoor attends the Wisconsin State Horticultural Society annual meeting in Madison this week. She represents Wisconsin Cranberry Growers Association and will deliver a paper titled How to Cook Cranberries, a subject she is qualified to discuss.
A fragmented notice urges shoppers to act early to avoid crowded stores and poor service. It touts morning shopping for better assistance, easier selection, and fewer delays from overwhelmed clerks. It also promotes carrying small parcels to prevent lost or delayed deliveries during peak season.
Miss Delhit Reimer daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Reimer Rudolph and Ned Hewitt were married this afternoon at the East Lutheran parsonage Rev Paul Opening officiated Best man was Russell Dinawitt and Dora Reimer acted as bridesmaid A reception followed at the bride's parents home in Rudolph Many relatives and friends attended The couple will establish a home on the east side祝
A large crowd attended the Riverden Hospital training school for nurses graduation program on Monday evening at Mik team. One graduate, Miss Anna Guenther, received her diploma, as Miss Anna J. dns addressed the ceremony on The Profession of Nursing.
Humane agent Potts from Diaintiehl visited the stock fair in the city on Tuesday and had jockey Dobubun arrested for not properly feeding horses. The case was heard by a local justice with a fine and costs totaling 10.10. Potts said he had warned Johnson on prior visits about mistreatment, which were ignored.
The city announces the coming year’s tax rate at $2.67, up from $2.45 last year, a 16 cent rise. Despite claims that lower taxes accompany valuation boosts, the overall tax burden increases as valuations rise. The piece notes the necessity of paying for public benefits even as tax rates climb.
A Christmas gift idea from a savings bank. A small deposit to a friend or family member earns lasting value. Each account includes a self registering savings bank in a holly decorated box for Christmas purposes.
Oscar Berg picked up three Indian girls at the St Paul depot Friday evening after authorities were warned by Tomah Indian school officers. The girls Mary Dodge Mary Hanks and Mary Corn said they were bound for their home near Wittenberg after leaving the school. An officer from Tomah retrieved them that night.
The Tribune notes the Independent Journal recently issued at Chilton as a six column sheet. W. H. Heath, formerly of this city, edits the new paper whose 61st issue carries 17 pages filled with news and advertising. The debut suggests solid demand if quality continues.
An ad offers a mahogany upright piano in good condition for 65 dollars with a guarantee. It also promotes a full line of Waltham pianos and flexible pricing through Christmas. Inquiries directed to Ww Lyle in Grand Rapids Wisconsin.
The Wood County National Bank announces receipt of a shipment of new money for Christmas. Shining gold and silver pieces grace the reserve alongside crisp new bills in all denominations for holiday spending and gifting.
John Dick, an Indian from Wittenberg, appeared before Judge Calkins on Friday charged with drunkenness. The judge imposed ten days in jail. Dick was picked up at the St. Paul depot.
At the Elk Club skat event last Thursday evening Belks Play Seat awarded prizes. First went to Oscar Uehling with subsequent placements D. B. Philleo, W. M. Ruckle, A. J. Hasbrouck, and Geo Warren. Also note holiday bargains at the Grand Rapids Variety Store opposite the Witter hotel.
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