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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1910
Page
1
A satirical scene unfolds at a theater box office where a senator boasts influence while the ticket seller accepts the price of admission, underscoring a cynical viewpoint on money and power in the performance world.
Beloit resident Henneth Smith visits in the city guests at the Denia and Parker homes. Mrs. Will White is hospitalized for surgery. Dexterville’s Andy Knuteson travels to Merrill to work winter logging for F. MacKinnon Mfg. Co. Mike and John Zabana return from Nebraska dredge work, expect to resume January. John D. Rockefeller’s philanthropy draws mixed commentary, cautioning against lavish giving while noting local illnesses and a large Shropshire Catswold lamb. The Jones family reports diphtheria alongside scarlet fever and measles in the season’s sickness.
The Bliss Concert Orchestra is described as a volunteer group of local musicians who perform for churches and other groups, funded by a January 5 dance to raise money for music. The piece contrasts it with the paid Bliss Dance Orchestra and praises Grand Rapids support for such endeavors. It laments the unpaid village bandsman and extols the choir leader's role.
The case of Frank Scheffler against Western Union Telegraph Company settled Tuesday morning before trial as the plaintiff accepted two small cash sums. The suit claimed a transmission error caused the plaintiff's mother mental anguish and sought monetary recovery.
A Danbury News item describes a large, respectable funeral attended by many neighbors and local prominent families including the Taylors, Curtises, Randalls, Van Rensselaers, and Colonel Haywood. The widow thanks the crowd for their sympathy, notes no cause for gossip, and the house is later tidied as visitors depart.
Western Indiana Conetrnerian Co officers announce early spring start for the Chicago and Wisconsin Valley Railroad with Section B6 first, from Madison to Stevens Point. Work will proceed in stages, securing rights of way, surveying, and grading contracts by September, with full construction planned for the following season.
The Chicago Milwaukee Puget Sound line opens new towns in the Dakotas Montana Washington inviting farmers business professionals. Rail line promises low round trip fares in 1911 for homeseekers to visit and explore the Northwest with government homesteads still available. Descriptive literature and reduced fare dates will be mailed by A Miller General Passenger Agent Chicago.
A Week of Prayer unites Baptist Congregational First Moravian and Methodist Episcopalian churches from Tuesday January 3 to Friday January 6. Each night at 7 30 the programs feature speakers Rev C A Meflicke Rev B Milne Rev Fred Staff and Rev Francis A Peare with themes Jesus the Man of Obedience Jesus the Friendly Man Jesus the Faultless Ball and Jesus the Man of Prayer. All welcome to attend.
Town sports circles discuss a handicap wrestling bout between Bob Fredericke of Nekoosa and Fred Beell of Marashfield. Beell offers to throw Fredericke three falls in one hour. Fredericke, a heavyset athlete, weighs about forty pounds more. The match is expected to draw a large crowd in the near future.
Frank B. Seymour, long time manager, has been promoted to Superintendent of the Green Bay and Western railroad. He has served the road since its construction in various roles and is deeply invested in the institution's affairs.
The past week saw Anton Van Deffeuvel of Bell View wed Josephine DeByl of Rudolph. Tom Murphy and Luella Jackel, both of Marshfield, also received licenses. Martin Zuege of Grand Rapide married Minnis Brehm of Sigel. The piece ends with a quip about love and a mention of Puck.
The Advancement Association of Wisconsin held a large exhibit showing the state’s products as part of a public education effort. Visitors viewed farms mills and other facilities while researchers and citizens discussed livestock statistics and regional development amid a hopeful mood for winter progress. Bred Haertel, a former local resident, dies in Milwaukee after a long, illness due to complications. He leaves a family in Wisconsin and Minnesota and is buried in Milwaukee.
Notice to savings depositors. On January first interest due will be credited to accounts with no action required by depositors. Interest not withdrawn will continue to earn interest. Deposits made on or before January 12 may withdraw interest from the first to earn a full month by July.
Members of the God pirieiel love and theie frigids resembled at their hall on Monday evening and in dulged in an entertainment of the Christine variety. Santa Claus distributed presents and a musical and literary program was enjoyed by those present.
Jol Cramer sued Adam Paulus for 200 in a real estate deal. The circuit court jury ruled for the plaintiff last week and the case may be carried to the superior court on appeal.
Jury was excused by Judge Webb on Monday with the possibility of recall in January if plans proceed to try one of the Cannondated company cases. Also notes social visits, sales ads, lost lap robe, help wanted, and local movements of residents from Sigel to Milwaukee and Janesville.
The report chronicles Harding McCarthy at a chaotic event with tangled results and shifting favorites. It notes tense play, contested calls, and a dramatic finish shaping the standings and future matchups.
A jury awarded 4900 to Saud Preston amid a drawn out trial. The case involved accusations of negligence and a contentious dispute over damages. Jury deliberations reflected questions about responsibility and compensation in a complex local matter.
On Friday evening Deena and the Welring Workers meet with Mrs. Wot dadatiwin. The parsonage will host a service followed by a parish meeting. A baptism or sermon may be offered with a focus on community connection and faith. An annual stepple beth tradition is noted after services.
Tax collecting time is announced with references to city officials and upcoming payment phases. The readable text mentions Paveday and local fiscal processes, noting calendar steps and public notices. Names and exact dates are unclear due to OCR issues, but the essence is scheduled tax collection phases by the city.
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