Farmers Offer Alfalfa Feed Cars Arriving Soon
Farmers advertise alfalfa and alfalfa meal as top grades and cheaper dairy feeds. They invite inquiries to notify car arrivals and mention a special car price. Also promote “Special Dairy Feed” as a superior, cheaper option. McKercher & Rosster Co and Mr and Mrs Andrew Soarsy with daughter Mayme are visiting Beav er Daw this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKercher & Rosster Co
Andrew Soarlsy
Mayme
Beaver Daw
Crowley Crowley Speich Couple Wed at Ss Peter and Paul
Miss M Crowley of Babcock and Mr Fred Speich of Pittsville were married Monday at 10 am in Ss Peter and Paul church Roy Wim Riding conducted the ceremony. Attendants were Miss Helen Dickson and Mr Clarence Crowley. The bride worked at the Aiey restaurant, the groom is a creamery man with interests in western county creameries. They left for Pittsville to start married life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Crowley
Babcock
Fred Speich
Pittsville
SS. Peter and Paul Church
Roy
Wim
One Man Objects to Changing Time in Grand Rapids
A reader letters debate appears in the Grand Rapids Tribune rebutting a proposal to set clocks ahead by one hour. William W. Cochran of Wisconsin argues against tampering with time citing biblical prophecy and natural day length. Respondents defend uniform standard time and coordinated nationwide clock changes to avoid railroad and schedule confusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids Tribune
Miai
WM. W. Cochran
C and
Rapids, Wisconsin
Surprise Party For Mr and Mrs Mroz Hosts Gathered Friends
A Sunday evening surprise party at the home of Mr and Mrs John Mroz was attended by a lively group of young people. The guests included Frank Chappy A Stern Nancy Chappy Kathrine Teadike Julia Jozwiak Peter Pelot Walter Wykoski Peter Anton Jozwink Mike Jagodzinski Leon Jagodzinski Frank Radtke John Radtke Marie Jagodzinski Kathrine Vantrt Agnes Tomczyk Joe Anton Radtke Geo Vantrt Rose Perch Frank Tomczyk Leon Woliych Anton Kaczka Ed Moscicki Bukowski Droppkoski Steve Kaczka and others. The evening featured dancing and a late hour lunch, with all attendees enjoying a pleasant time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John. Mroz
Frank Chappy
Miss A. Stern
Nancy Chappy
Kathrine Teadike
Julia Jozwiak
Peter Pelot
Walter Wykoski
Peter
Anton Jozwink
Mike
Leon Jagodzinski
Prank
John Radtke
Marie ‘Jagodzinski
Kathrine Vantrt
Agnes Tomczyk
Joe
Anton Radtke
Geo. Vantrt
Rose Perch
Frank Tomczyk
Leon Woliych
Anton Kaczka
Kaamir Moscicki
Anton
Bukowski
Dropkoski
Steve Kaczka
Valentine Party At Fortnightly Club Honors Mrs Refohel
Members of the Fortnightly club gathered Friday at Mrs. A C Otto’s home for a Valentine party. Auditions bridge was played during the afternoon and Mrs. Louis Refohel carried off the honors. Refreshments were served and the ladies enjoyed a pleasant time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thio
A.C
Otto
Louis Refohel
Miss Carroll Hosts Friends at Rogers Mott Home
Miss Carroll entertained a party of friends on Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rogers Mott. A seven o clock dinner followed. Guests played games with Mrs. Percy Daly and Donald Johnson receiving favors for highest scores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen ‘Carroll
Rogers Mott
Percy, Daly
Donald Johnson
Sleigh Ride by Wood County Normal to Biron
The Junior clans of Wood County Normal enjoyed a sleigh ride to Biron Monday evening stopping at the club house. They were accompanied by Mr and Mrs M H Jackson Breene and Miss Carroll, and a very pleasant time was had.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood County
Biron
Wood supply resolution passed by common council
The municipal council praised for authorizing Mayor Marquardt to purchase wood for city buildings and schools to aid those unable to pay high prices. Citizens allege a dealer farmer price conspiracy, but the move aims to relieve the poor and keep city departments operating. Fourteen aldermen supported the vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wausaiu-Sun
TH. BE. Marquardt
Gearntal
Per‘gan
Anu
Evon
Common Council
A Widow Seeks Aid For Tuberculosis Stricken Family
A laborer’s widow travels with five children on an interurban car. The father died of tuberculosis last month. The three younger children, including a toddler dismissed from a tuberculosis hospital, are all affected at times. The widow hopes for a widows pension and medical examinations for the others. The story underscores the cost of neglect and the need for prevention and timely aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Children’s Tuberculosis Hospital
Muirdaie
Cowell-Coupler Wedding Today in Local Home
Miss Sadie Cowell and Mr. Percy Coupler plan marriage at the bride’s parents’ residence with Rev. Anderson officiating. The bride, a longtime resident and music teacher, is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Cowell. The groom, a Richfield farmer, will reside there with his wife. Sincere congratulations are extended by the Tribune and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie Cowell
Percy Coupler
Arpin
Anderson
Vesper
Bessie Coupler
Fred Burgess
Portage
A. C. Cowell
Richfield
The
Tribune
Germany Sees Blockade Rules Challenged by Britain
The article argues Britain blocks under international law by seizing contraband without harming neutrals, while Germany seeks unrestricted sinking of ships within its war zone, violating the 1856 Declaration of Paris rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Germany
Paris
Prussia
Whalth and War Over Germany War Projections
A Philadelphia Ledger opinion piece argues that if the United States joined allies against Germany the allied side would vastly outnumber and outproduce the Central Powers. It cites populations, wealth, steel capacity, coal reserves, and foreign investments to claim superior American power and potential total strength against the German bloc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
America
Teutonic Band
Piustria
Turkey
Bulgaria
India
Japan
Jamerica
United’ States
Germpany
Forigh
United”, States
Girard
Philadelphia
Bowling Tourney Begins Monday in Grand Rapids
The Northern Wisconsin Bowling Association tournament sails into Grand Rapids next Sunday, February 26, with 300 plus entrants from Oshkosh Fond du Lac Wausau and more. Local support urged. entry closes today with schedule printing in three days. Three Eli teams from Wausau to open at 1:30 Sunday. Elks urged to attend. secretary M J Depress or Bank of Grand Rapids to send fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Bowling ‘Association
Getts
Grand Rapids
Oshkosh
Fond du Lac
Wausau
Waupaca
Stevens Point
Rhinelander
Hall Claire
fTomak
M. J. Depress
Bank of Grand Rapids
Eli
Elks
WM. F. Gleve
Northern
Box Scouts to Organize in City
Leonard Kinister aims to reorganize the Boy Scouts in this city and expects a new organization to form within a short time. A prior company existed years ago but no longer remains. Some resist it, yet supporters say the training and information would benefit young men and help them become better citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Union-All
Leonard Kinister
Boy Scouts
Hans
Knights Entertain at Knights of Columbus Party
Knights of Columbus held a pleasant Monday evening party at their hall with music, talks, card games, and dancing. Rev Jos E Haney Beloit state chaplain spoke on Western Athens. Musical contributors included Mrs G J Kandy and Mr and Mrs A G Mulroy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
Rrev
Beloit
Order
Athens
G. J. Kandy
A. G. Mulroy
Sold Another Plant Delco Lighting System To Farmer
The C. W. Rood Co. sold a Delco Lighting system to Simon Joosten of Sigel to power a milking machine. The gasoline engine previously used was unsatisfactory. Weeks, selling for the Road Co., says the system is well received by farmers and many more installations are planned next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Rood Co
Delco
Simon Joosten
Sigel
Joosten
Weeks
The
Road Co
Friend from Wilton Sends Tribune Subscription Note
Carl Newnan of Wilton Minnesota encloses 1.50 for the Grand Rapids Tribune for 1917. He writes of cold winter with little snow, meeting an old friend from the Rapids each Tribune arrival. He and his brother farm in Beltram county and like it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Newnan
Wilton
Minnesota
Grand Rapids Tribune
Rapids
Tribune
Beltram County
Snider Seeks County Schools Superintendent Post
J Herbert Snider of Pittsville announces candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools. He promotes Economy Efficiency Service and equal opportunity for all, urging balanced education and fair access in his campaign slogan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Herbert Snider
Pittsville
Charged With Stealing From J Bo Tohnson
Emil Martinson appeared before Judge Calkins on Tuesday charged with stealing $250 from J Bo Johnson. The defendant asked for a momentary adjournment, which was granted, bond set at 150 dollars, and option to provide security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emil
Martinson
Calkins
J. Bo Tohnson
Enioh
Mustered Out Next Week Reports
Fragmentary notes report that guardsmen may be mustered next week with plans for home visits and religious instruction. The text is garbled but mentions preaching and a schedule that remains unclear.
A Sleighride Party Report From Local Social Notes
Mrs Georgia Olson and Mrs Ar were guests at a sleighride party noted in society pages. The fragment hints at a small social gathering with names but lacks full details or date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia, Olson
Petit Jurors Drawn For Coming Year In Several Towns
Jury commissioners met in the city last Thursday and drew a list of jurors for the coming year. The roster includes Auburndale Frank Markee and W. I Berdan, Marshfield William Conklin Lin Gilberts Jacob Thomas C. D. McCrellis, Nowa John Artz Jos Burr, Nekoosa Joseph Short 8 L Severens Elbert Kellogg, Grand Rapids City John Martin Peter Belland Geo L Warren Frank Abel Oswald Ménzel Alex Bandelin, Sigel Leo Reusch Fred Haas, Seneca Levi Miller, Sherry f Paul Zerneke, Rock Anton Kasberger John Riedel, Rudolph Fred Piltz William Lessig Charles Fuller, Milladore Geo Kelnhofen J G Bavlik, Wood Peter Hansen, Dexter Arthur Grat Pittsville Carl Simonson. Jury commission: Nash Mitchell Pittsville A B Sutor Grand Rapids and Hugo Wegener Marshfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburndale
Frank Markee
W. I, Berdan
Hansen
Gus Gronemeyer
Lincoln
H. A. Hillman
J. B. Royce Marshfield
William Conklin
Lin Gilberts
Jacob Thomas
C. D. McCrellis
Marshfield
Nowa
John Artz
Jos Burr
Nekoosa
Joseph Short
L. Severens
Elbert Kellogg
Grand Rapids
John Martin
Peter Belland
Geo. L. Warren
Frank Abel
Oswald Ménzel
Alex Bandelin
Anton Kayser
Sigel
Leo Reusch
Fred Haas
Seneca
Levi Miller
Sherry Town
Paul Zerneke
Rock Town
Anton Kasberger
John Riedel
Rudolph
Fred Piltz
Wm. Lessig
Charles Fuller
Milladore
Geo
Kelnhofen
J. G. Bavlik
Wood Town
Peter Hansen
Dexter
Arthur Grat
Pittsville
Carl Simonson
Nash Mitchell
A. B. Sutor
Hugo Wegener
Man Altered Check and Landed in Jail
Lewis Rutzky, a traveling man, was arrested by Sheriff Normington at the Dixon Hotel on a forged check charge for $278. He confessed after initial denial and is jailed to await circuit court. He altered a draft intended for Badger Candy Co. to Milwaukee and deposited it at Citizens Bank after visiting Hillsboro depot. Details show prior store ownership in Marshfield and plans to plead guilty. he may be taken to Stevens Point before Judge Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Rutzky
Normington
Dixon Hotel
Citizens National Bank
Frst
Rutzky
Badger Candy Company
Second Ward Savings Bank
Milwaukee
Citizens Bank
Phillip
Hillsboro
Marshfield
Stevens Point
Death of Mrs Keip in Sigel after long illness
Mrs Ferdinand Keip died at her daughter Mrs Henry Boetcher’s home in Sigel on Saturday after a lengthy illness due to old age. Born in Germany 91 years ago she had lived in the United States for over fifty years, mostly in Sigel. Surviving are sons August Keip of Waukesha Albert Keip Fond du Lac and Fred Arpin and Charles Arpin. daughters Minnie Keip Tacoma and Mrs Henry Boetcher Arpin, plus grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral held at 2 pm Wednesday at home with Rev Gieselman officiating. interment in Seneca Corners cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdinand Keip
Henry Boetcher
Sigel
Germany
August Keip
Waukesha
Albert Keip
Fond du Lac
Minnie Keip
Death of Mrs Erlund in Rudolph Notice
Mrs Caroline Erlund died February 13 1917 at her daughter Mrs John Lundgrens Rudolph home. Born January 1 1837 in Oland Sweden she married John Erlund in 1867 who died March 1906. Survivors include Charles Rudolph and Mrs Joan Lundgren. Services at Scandinavian Moravian church February 16 with interment Forest Hill cemetery. Rev H B Johnson officiated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Erlund
Lundquist
John Lundgren
Rudolph
Erlund
Oland
Sweden
John Erlund
America
Ingeborg
Charles
Joan Lundgren
Scandinavian Moravian Church
Forest Hill Cemetery
H. B. Johnson
Million Dollar Sell Plan Promoted by Grocers
An advertisement from John Sexton & Co. Wholesale Grocers at 236 W Lake St Chicago markets a broad homegrown sale plan. It promises endless stock goods and household essentials with easy profits and no capital required, touting large crop insurance and steady monthly returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sexton & Co
Lake St
Chicago
Mortgage Foreclosure Decided in Wood County Circuit Court
In Stevens Point this week a mortgage foreclosure case from Wood county was decided. The parties were Charles Kern et al versus Ruskin M Clifton et al. The judgment awarded $5071.44 in damages and $50 in solicitor fees and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stevens Point
Wood County
Charles ‘Kern
Ruskin M, Clifton
Dance by Band Gavd at Amusement Hall Draws Crowd
A large crowd attended the Monday dance at the Amusement Hall hosted by the band Gavd. Despite limited notice, the full band provided music and the event was enjoyed by all attendees.
Varney Declares Re election Candidacy for Wood County Schools
Varney announces his candidacy for reelection as County Superintendent of Schools in Wood County. The spring 1917 election is set for April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ofice of County
Wood County
Varney
Central Association Meeting Reported By Press Association
A fragmented notice from the Press Association notes an annual meeting of the Central Association. The sparse text references Friday scheduling and mentions individuals Felty and sons, with unclear context about the meeting's purpose or location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Agg Association
Felty
durnoUtant
The
Three Die In Cranmoor Fire At Fitch Home
A weekend blaze at the Wm H Fitch cranberry home near Cranmoor killed Wm H Fitch 76, his son Joseph 45, and Pearl Sawin 18 the Cranmoor housekeeper. The fire began about 8 pm and investigators say the deaths resulted from inhalation of heat and smoke after attempts to salvage belongings. The two Fitch men were buried in Madison alongside the mother. Pearl Sawin's family hails from Port Edwards and Marathon County officials handled her interment in Nekoosa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. H. Fitch
Cranberry Marsh
Cranmoor
Jos
Fitch
Pearl Lawin
Mr. Fitch
Tim Yeley
Joe Fitch
Foley Home
Miss. Sawin
Mr. Witeh
Dr. Waters
Nekoosa
W. H. Flech
Joseph W. Fitch
Madison
Alsho
Cranberry Association
Christian Science Church
Henry E. Viteh
Dorothy Whittlesey
Porth Edwards
W. H. Fitch
Caroline Fitch
Pearl Sawin
Port Edwards
Wi. Rezin
Marathon County
Hamin and Anderson Marry Quietly in City Parsonage
Miss Agnes Anderson and Gustave Hamin of this city were quietly married at the Scandinavian Moravian parsonage on February 20 1917 by Rev H B Johnson. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Hans Matthews. They will reside here after a visit in Adams County with the bride’s parents Otto and Agnes Anderson. Hamin works as a lineman for the local telephone company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes .Anderson
Gustave Hamin
H. B. Johnson
Hans Matthews
Adams County
Otto Anderson
Hamin
Electric Shock Leaves Port Edwards Worker Hurt
Dave Sharkey, a mill employee at Port Edwards, received a heavy electric shock while throwing a switch last week. Current passed through his arm, turning his hand and arm yellow and blurring his vision briefly, though he has since recovered substantially. He would not want to repeat the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Sharkey
Port Edwards
Equipping Cars for Winter by Local Enthusiasts
Equipment expert Jensen adds runners to a Ford roadster and Moshar outfits touring cars for snow use. They have not tested the modified vehicles much yet, as winter conditions were expected to be severe and the deep snow could challenge their performance.
Federal road plans exclude Grand Rapids in Wisconsin routing
A map shows the proposed north south Federal road through Wisconsin would pass east of Grand Rapids by about fifteen miles, sparking debate between a direct route and an alternate plan to touch every county seat town for wider benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Wood
Wisconsin
Kilbourn
Stevens Point
Grand Rapids
Death by Own Action Near West Side Man
August Mishnick, a 45 year old resident on the west side, committed death by own action by taking arsenic last Thursday. He was intoxicated, abused his wife, and told her of the plan before drinking several doses. A physician arrived too late. No inquest was held. Funeral Friday at Ragan undertaking parlors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Mishnick
West Side
Ragan Undertaking
Weather Cold on the Lake in Sheboygan
Dan Johnson writes from Sheboygan praising the Tribune and renewing his subscription. He notes lots of snow and very cold weather near the lake, saying the cold worsens his rheumatism and colds though he enjoys his new home and city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Johnson
Sheboygan
The
Tribune
Altho
Citizens weigh commission form of city government
Some residents who opposed the measure now say they would vote for a commission form if the issue returns. They argue the current city government is too cumbersome and three men could manage better than the present 17. There is also talk of raising the saloon license, but no spring election decision has been made.
Locals Win Game Over Wausau Boys by 23 to 8
The Wausau area visitors were held to two field goals as locals dominated Friday night. Free throws supplied most of the points while locals controlled play. The season shows the team strong when in good condition, with losses only under heavy odds or fatigue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wausau
Up River
Buy Big Stock Ranch Portrays Large Portage Deal
Pratt and Mathis arranged the sale of the 720 acre Steenburg ranch in Portage county drainage district to George Lane of Farmington Jr for about 30000 dollars. Lane plans to enter the stock business on a large scale and expects substantial returns from the investment, per the Plainfield Sun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt & Mathis
Steenburg
Portage County
George Lane
Farmington, Jr
Plainfield Sun
Will have Cavalry Troop organized at Merrill steps
A meeting last Saturday drew seventy men who signed to join a new cavalry troop. Organizers urge any city wanting a military unit to join now as a larger national guard is anticipated in the nation's history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrill
More Dancing Lessons At Local Studio This Week
More than a hundred dancers signed up to continue lessons after Mr. and Mrs. Dara returned from Stevens Point to teach another week. The popular Terpsichorean course drew large interest as participants hoped to learn more of the art.
Elks Play Seat Bi-Weekly Skat Tourney
About thirty five players attended the Elk Club skat tournament on Tuesday evening. Albert Bunde won first place followed by D B Philleo in second, Dr C A Boorman third, M N Weeks fourth, and John Nilles fifth as prizes were awarded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elk Club
Albert Bunde
D. B. Philleo
C. A. Boorman
M.N. Weeks
John Nilles
New Members Initiated Into Knights of Columbus at Marshfield
George DeBruin L H Larson George Wakely and M Ji Zabana were initiated into the Knights of Columbus in Marshfield on Sunday. They were accompanied by Michael Depress and Tony Edwards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George DeBruin
L. H. Larson
George Wakely
Marshfield
Knights of Columbus
Michael Depress
Tony Edwards
Advertised Mail at Grand Rapids Post Office
The Grand Rapids Wisconsin post office lists advertised mail dated February 19 1917 including ladies Miss Millie Day Miss May Owen Miss Mary Ward and gentlemen W A Brooks M D Mann Mr John White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ofice
Grand, Rapids
Wisconsin
Millie’ Day
May Qwen
Mary, Ward
W. A. Brooks
M. D. Mann
John White
Also Mentioned on This Page
Crowley-Speich
Union-Alls
Kruger & Turbin Co
Wood County National Bank
Savety
Grand Rapids, Wis
Zeavitl
Maxwell
Pricca F. A
Detroit
Natwick Electric CO
Cochran
Miss Carroll
Cowell
BOX Scouts
Knights
st. _ Reports
Man
Keip
BIG Money
SIG
GAVD
Press Association’ Meeting
Mrr. Fitch
Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers’ Association
Hamin-Anderson
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