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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1905
Page
4
In a broad discussion on banking and public finance, officials warn that banks and public funds pose risks to economic stability. Debates center on bank deposits, the protective role of civil authorities, and potential measures to safeguard money and credit in the nation.
Yrad Buell of Marshfield defeated Brockton’s Jon Piening in a swift wrestling bout notching two quick pins. Pircuit fans doubted a small local upset, but Buell’s victory impressed observers as promoter Harvey Parker offered to book another match.
A historical railroad rate bill proposes appointing three railroad commissioners by the Senate. The commission would set salaries at 9,000 dollars for a four year term, with annual reelection. The act would regulate freight and passenger charges, prohibit certain abuses, and establish penalties up to 10,000 dollars with injunctive relief. It empowers the commission to enforce uniform rates, investigate complaints, and oversee railroad contracts and inflationary effects. The measure also details hearings, penalties for noncompliance, and funding to operate the commission, aiming to curb unfair charges and ensure interstate commerce regulation.
Miss Elasuranek, born Cran Repids June Lith 1972, died at home after a long illness of tuberculosis. She lived in the city and leaves many friends and family to mourn her untimely passing. Funeral services will be Thursday afternoon at the family home conducted by Reverend Fred Stat of the Congregational church, of which she was a member.
Wood Post No 26 extends a vote of thanks to all who furnished teams for Covoratios Day to carry Mra soldiers to the cemetery and especially to E P Arpin. Commander Packard and Adjutant Gotts urge publication in city papers and present a copy to B P Arpin.
The Wha Advancement Association will meet Thursday night at six o'clock at the west side city hall to elect officers for the coming year and conduct other business.
Large crowds attended Rhinelander High School graduation week with a varied program of recitations music and theater. The ceremony noted twenty eight graduates and a telegram from Rhinelander praising a local inventor who produced a liquid 11 000 times stronger than beer and capable of instant fermentation yielding 12 700 times the strength of common hops.
Advertised letters include Mrs Stella Johnson and Mrs Bioma Shultz among women. gentlemen listed J H Motrin J McMillen Dr Lee Rankin theatrical J M Sinna Jack Stafford Windyylaw Roulink Wold Lewis and Windyylaw.
Wednesday June 14 is Flag Day, marking the 128th anniversary of the birth of the Stars and Stripes. The day is set apart for conspicuous display of the flag in communities nationwide.
Rosalie Wippreman reports the Athletic Association treasurerises from May 22 1905 detailing football disbursements including fares meals and janitor services. The notice also recounts Georges Richler involuntary river incident where he narrowly escaped drowning after a boat accident on Tuesday afternoon.
A fragment from Francois Coppee in Critie describes Victor Hugo as extraordinary in every aspect. It notes his engaging presence with political figures, his easy conversational turn, and his striking appetite at dinners. Hugo’s digestion is highlighted as remarkable alongside his overall persona.
Classified items offer a 5 room house near the St Paul depot for 3000.00 and a nine room change with lot 72x201. Also listings for 1000 box older trees at 6, 10 and 15 cents, and various office supplies. Albany Crawford advertises order books and typewriter paper at Tribune office with emphasis on price and quality.
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