Portage Couple Wed in Double Thanksgiving Ceremony
A double wedding was held on Thanksgiving day at Chris Hansen’s home in Portage Portage and Ft Winnebago area. Artin Hansen and Hazel Orphal are from Grand Rapids while Louis Orphal and Isabel Koaster hail from Appleton. The ceremony was led by Reverend Hoetsperger of the Lutheran church. Both grooms work for Majestic Construction Co. in Appleton with Hansen a carpenter and Orphal an engineer. The newlyweds plan to reside in Appleton after leaving Friday. Many friends in Portage and Ft. Winnebago offered good wishes.
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Burned District at Necedah Report
The Necedah Republican Tribune notes the burned district causes damage and reflects on the impact for residents. Local observations acknowledge the extent of destruction and concerns about recovery in the community.
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Influenza Epidemic Claims Wisconsin Lives
Wisconsin records show 614 influenza deaths over 1911 1912, with 457 rural and 154 urban. The disease is highly contagious and deadly, warranting bed rest, strict hygiene, and sanitation to prevent spread. A local couple Mary Youske and William Mackin wed at SS Peter and Paul.
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Urippe Victims Arise Herp Is Sure Cure
A dubious home remedy claims to cure grippe by severe sweating for thirty minutes then a hot sponge bath and fresh clothes. The notice cites Robert Schilling and Professor Carl Heine M. D. of Heidelbert University, Germany, as endorsers and references a test on himself and son.
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Watkins Products sales drive in Wood County offer
A Madison Wisconsin ad seeks a responsible person to sell Watkins products in Wood County with no upfront investment. The notice, from the Milwaukee Journal, outlines a business opportunity and mentions Fred Hanson in Grand Rapids. It also includes a string of local notes on roads, marriages, domestic advice, and a church song service.
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Missing husband case echoes in Grand Rapids search
The Stevens Point Journal reports Carl Warning and Joginski seek details on Mrs. Harding and her missing husband Harling, last seen three months ago after she withdrew 1200 dollars. The tale places the couple near Junction City and Grand Rapids, with wide public interest and no clear lead.
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War Sufferers Charity Bazaar Appeals Wisconsinites
Wisconsin citizens and German Americans are urged to support a charity bazaar aiding war sufferers in the Fatherland. Committees in Milwaukee Madison and other cities seek contributions and volunteer help from individuals and local organizations to fund humanitarian relief.
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A New Departure in County Schools
A long piece outlines a new departure in county schools, praising improvements in rural education. It notes Varney’s views on biannual sessions, social work, and revived spelling contests, with optimism about country schools' progress compared to city peers. It also mentions petitions for band funding and cautions about investment schemes.
Accidental Hunt Leaves Man With Left Hand Wounded
Georgy Omic, a young east side resident, was injured while hunting at Priday. He sustained damage to fingers on his left hand and is expected to recover, though he may be crippled. Mesullived in the incident terming it a troubling accident.
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