Business Leaders Rally To Back Grand Rapids Boy Scouts
Local businessmen from Orraid Rapids Port Edwards and Neloosa met to reorganize the Grand Rapids Boy Scouts. They elected officers including a president and vice presidents and discussed funding a Scout Executive to run programs in the city. A campaign to raise about 3000 dollars for a year’s work was outlined with a larger national effort aiming to recruit 1,000,000 members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itty
Orraid Rapids
Port Edwards
Neloosa
Boy Scouts
Grand Rapids
Etks
Mevalient
Vice Press
Girakdh Ragily
Ipt
Gai Nash
Flay
Red
Birthalyyparils— Lawl
Alteus
Nekousa
Dr We Q
CL Te Ponte
Averstars
Grand Rapides Beles
Miekheulwards Ce
Uateetar
Joli Winrae
Scott
Warne
Liberty
Thriout
United States
Dn Grau Raanla Ia
Allis Man Marries Arpin Bride in West Allis
The marriage of Miss Hazel Niotul Martha of Arpin to Mr. Dewey Parks of West Allis was celebrated Tuesday with a ceremony at Arpin and a reception for relatives and friends. The bride wore a white gown and crepe trimmings and the groom worked at a West Allis government order project. The couple will reside in West Allis as relatives and the Tribune readers extend best wishes for happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha
Dewey Nh
Weat
Allia
Mitrelen
Arpin Lave
Stig Gethel Parke
Alcll
Martin
Drs
Parley
Mattia
Arpim
Deel
Lala
Sleunie
Mis County
West Allis
Hhey
Gettle Dows
Tribune
The Spotted Apple Thought From a Quiet Life
A reflective piece contrasts old fashioned scenes with modern life and urges savoring simple pleasures. It laments overworked housewives and pennywise spenders, arguing that fear and miserliness dull life’s flavor and keep people from enjoying the good things, like a fresh apple.
Chambers to Visit Canada Parents. Brother Takes Charge
A. J. Chambers plans to depart early next week for Aylmer, Canada, to spend several weeks with his parents. W. A. Chambers will oversee the delivery business in his absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Chambers
Aylmer
Canada
W. A. Chambers
Grand Rapids Couple Wed in German Moravian Church
Miss Elsie Podawlitz and Arthur Peters, both well known in Grand Rapids, wed Wednesday morning at the German Moravian Church with Illa Podawiitz as bridesmaid and Albert Podawiitz as groomsman. They honeymoon in Waupaca then return to Grand Rapids to reside on Eighth Ave South in a bungalow Peters owns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie Podawlitz
Arthur Peters
A. Meilicke
Illa Podawiitz
Albert Podawiitz
Tue
Green Bay
Waupaca
Garand Rapids
Wool County Normal
Wood Security
Portage County
Sir. Peters
Grand lWgrla
Guttschilk & Anderson Groawery
Eighth Ave
Elas Ueibutie
Soldier Welcome Occurs July 30 31 in Grand Rapids
July 30 and 31 are set for a citywide soldier welcome in Grand Rapids and southern Wood County. A general holiday will close stores Thursday, with a large turnout planned and ceremonies starting Wednesday afternoon into the evening. Weather and local improvements like paving and bath houses frame the fitting homecoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids
Wood County
Itis City
Weon Coun
Grand Avenue
Awimming
State to World Organize 5H of Prale Mneflower League
Atty W Gegins appointed Cangivaen of the district to organize the League to Enforce Peace efforts in the state. A statewide convention will be held in Milwaukee July S with delegates from districts, Floward Taft to speak. Earlier district event at Stevens Point with Prof Leith, engineer who studied Saar valley losses and Allied benefits. W S Powell, Michigan state organizer, in city for plans. Public education campaign aims to clarify the Peace pact and mobilize votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Gegins
Tleagues
League of Nations
League of Peace
Milwaukee
Floward Taft
Stevens Point
Leith
Saar Valley
Petre
W. S. Powell
Michigan
Goggins Anth
Auburndale Couple Married Tuesday Morning
Mina Margaret Kundinger and Joseph Keller, both well known Auburndale residents, were married at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning in St Mary's church Auburndale. Rev A M Muecherhide officiated with Marie Koller as bridesmaid and George Kuntlinger as groomsman. After a wedding breakfast at the bride's home, the couple left for a month honeymoon on the Pacific Coast and plan to settle in Auburndale. The ceremony was followed by congratulations from friends. Keller and Kundinger are described as progressive young people with strong connections in the community. The Tribune notes best wishes for their future. Meanwhile Neillsville moves to pave Main Street with vitri ged brick and asphalt materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mina Margaret Kundinger
Joseph Keller
Auburndale
A. M. Muecherhide
St. Mary’s Church
Marie Koller
George Kuntlinger
Pereals
Keller
George Kundinger
Stundale
USA
Mr. Koller
Joseph Koller
Pacific Coast
Tribune
Wood County Beekeepers Convene Annual Convention
The Wood County Beekeepers association held its annual convention in the city with about thirty-five members from the county attending. Prof. Wilson of the University discussed local bee-keeping problems and led sessions on apiary management and honey marketing. Eight new members joined, and plans were made for a September picnic at Arpin with speakers and basket donations to support the club’s work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood County Bee Keepers Association
Wilson
University
Wisconsin
W. A. Sprise
Agricultural School
Oconto
Lippursday
Charles Kern
Chas
Pritchard
Carson Buri
D. M. Huntington
Frank Jackson
Wim
Ehlert
Fred Jones
Theowners
Ign. Wilson
Assistang
Sprise
Arpin
Wood County
Insane Farmers Arrested Over Ties on Railroad Tracks
Arch ie Manthey and another farmer near Auburndale were arrested by Sheriff Bluett and brought to the city on charges of attempting to wreck the Soo Line train. Special agent Boyington secured evidence of piles of ties placed on the tracks near their farm. The men were not tried for the crime but were adjudged insane by Judge Conway after hearings and sent to Osakis for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gust Ani Archie Manthey
Auburndale
Sherif Bluett
C. §. Boyington
Seo Line
Conway
Sao
Boyington
Mlanthey
Freight
Tudee Conway
Osakash
R Pasey Corporation Considers Adding Two Stories
Creasey Corporation directors at a city meeting decide to expand by adding two storeys to the present warehouse after determining a new building is impractical. Manager S Sylvester says growth requires more space as stock applications exceed supply. Shareholders likely to approve. architects have sketches and cost plans under review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creasey Corporation
S. Sylvester
Hancock visitors stoked town clash. police detain two men
Chief Ted Payne claimed the largest Central Wisconsin police force as Earl Knapp and F W Chilewski from Hancock sparked a Tuesday melee. Knapp paid $8 total after arrest for drunken disorderly conduct while Chilewski pleaded guilty and paid $1 plus costs. Judge Getig arrived at nine to hear cases. Hugo Sydow and family faced the death of Mrs Ell Borgardt in Lake Mills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Payne
Wisconsin
Hancock
Judge Getig
Earl Knapp
F. W. Chilewski
Offcer Panier
Chief Payne
Knapp
Chilewski
Chijewski
Hugo Sydow
Lake Mills
Ell Borgardt
Sydow
Robbed Local Doctor of 41650 in Liberty Bonds
Authorities seek a drug-addicted suspect after Dr. O. N. Mortenson’s office safe was robbed of Liberty Bonds worth 1650. A registered visitor with a morphine interest hobby appeared nearby. the thief fled after locating the cash drawer key. The suspect, seen on the 6:30 car to Nekoosa, remains at large with several aliases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
0. N. Mortenson
Julian Hotel
H., Leahy
Citizens National Bank
Mortenson
Nekoosa
St.j
Babcock
New Lisbon
Jas Dawn
Leahy
Phelph
Hougen
Janesville
Man Shot by Wolf Hunters Near New Rome
Alex Tarzanski narrowly escaped death when neighbors the Shotzke boys mistook him for a wolf and shot him in the back and head. He was rushed to a local hospital, treated, and is recovering, with authorities noting the incident stemmed from a misunderstanding during a wolf hunt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex
Tarzanski
New Rome
Shotzke
Victor Lipsitzh
Good Jobs Ex Civil Service Washington DC
The United States Civil Service Commission announces vacancies spanning 125 kinds open to applicants including women. Positions range from routine work to professional science posts with salaries from 1,800 to 9,000 yearly, requiring training and experience. representatives offer full information. Lost is a black and white cow strayed from pasture near Tel 431 c. F Giimaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Ppara
Reut City
United States Civil Service Commission
Naval Ordnance Plant
Department of Agriculture
Civil Service Commission
Falk Company to Prepare Former Reiland Plant for Potato Flour
The Falk Company, after acquiring the Reiland Packing plant, plans to install potato flour production. Preparations by H B Hakill and M J Doherty are underway, with workmen to start soon and old machinery replaced. The Cadil lac potato flour sample shows a dextrin-like product made from whole potatoes, not potato starch. Company aims to use 700–900 cars of potatoes yearly and target operations by October first with the new crop ready.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falk Company
Reiland Packing Company
Messrs
H. B. Hakill
M. J. Doherty
Lae
Reiland
Cadillac
Doherty
Dan Stewart Found Dead on Platform at Rudolph
Dan C. Stewart, about forty, a well known local, was found dead on the Rudolph station platform Friday morning. Officials said death resulted from excessive liquor use after a night spent at EF Matthews farm. Funeral services held Sunday in Big Flats after the body was moved there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan C. Stewart
Rudolph
Matthews
Mlatthews
Stewart
Frank W. Calkins
Sheriff Bluett
Dr. Hougen
Ragar
Albert Stewart
Big Plats
Big Fats
Grand Rapids shuts out Schofield last Sunday
The Grand Rapids team defeated Schofield five to nothing at South Side Park Sunday afternoon. Pitcher Plahmer starred with strong control and eight Schofield hits were no match for Grand Rapids. The crowd saw a solid local win as they prepare to host Mosinee next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids
Schofield Boys
South Side Park
Plahmer
Schofield
Mosinee
Rosinee
Change train schedule tied to St Paul depot notice
Local authorities receive notice of next week schedule changes. The morning northbound train at 7:25 will shift to about 7.30. The New Lisbon departure at 3:10 should arrive around 5:25 though exact time is not fixed. The Fisherman's Special will run next week, passing here Friday night and returning Sunday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul Paul
New Lisbon
Wisconsin towns seek German cannon relics for patriotism
Representative E R Browne in Washington introduced a bill to present a German cannon to Wisconsin cities including Grand Rapids Marshfield Stevens Point Wausau Waupaca Manawa Marion Shawano and New London The measure aims to foster state patriotism by giving each community a tangible relic of victory though the plan relies on salvaged history rather than a practical gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RE. E. Browne
Washington
Wisconsin
Grand Rapids
Marshfield
Stevens Point
Wausau
Waupaca
Manawa
Marion
Shawano
New London
Died at Wood County Poor Farm Resident Passes At 68
Wr Patterson an intimate of the Wood County poor farm died there Wednesday at 12:90 after a two week illness. A county resident for many years he was once employed around the county jail. He was about 68. Burial was in the poor farm cemetery. FE J Hahn of Marshfield attended the tax sale at the courthouse on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wr. Patterson
Wood County
Poor Farm
Fe.j. Hahn
Marshfield
City
Court House
Bath Houses to Rise at Swimming Pool This Summer
Architect A F Billmyre has completed drawings for two new bath houses to be erected by the Swimming Pool Commission this summer. Groundwork began this week and construction should start once grounds are ready, about a week. Two buildings 92 by 2 feet with 48 rooms each will house five men and women, featuring concrete nears and other conveniences. A concrete sidewalk will run from the street to the pool, and grounds will be landscaped and parked to improve the area. The commission also contemplates a concrete pool floor and higher side walls in the future. James Bogie resigned from the commission. Mayor Briere named E G Doudna to fill the vacancy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. F. Billmyre
Swimming Pool Commission
Billmyre
Commission
James Bogie
Businens
Briere
E. G. Doudna
Remarkable Mrs Weisel Dies After Long Illness
Mrs W C Weisel a well known Grand Rapids resident died at her Washington avenue home Sunday noon after months of illness. Born Martha Strasser in Appleton June 30 1867 she moved to Grand Rapids with her husband about ten years ago. She helped found a modern city store and devoted time to club work charitable efforts and patriotic causes. Surviving are her husband four sisters and two brothers. Funeral services were held at home Monday evening and the body shipped to Milwaukee for burial Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Weisel
Washington Avenue
Martha Strasser
W. C. Wessel
Heineman Mercantile Co
Weisel Las
Grand Rapids
Joseph Baum
New York
Henry Kaysern
Lawrence
Weisel
George R. Gardner
Milwaukee
Yest
Chicago Wedding Links Dean and Alexander in Spring Veil
Miss Dorothy Maye Dean of Englewood and John Edwards Alexander of Port Edwards Wisconsin wed in Chicago at the People's Liberatorch in Evelewood officiated by Dr Rupert White Royal Chapper of Boston served as best man. After a supper they departed for a two month trip to the Pacific coast and will reside in Port Edwards Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy Maye Dean
Englewood
John Edwards Alexander
Port Edwards
Chicago
Chicago Herald-Examiner
Evelewood
C. F. Isensee
Lewis M. Alexander
Wisconsin
Rupert White
Miss Bothwell
Hoeer
Georgette Frack
Jane Johnson
Virginia Noel
Georgette
Pauline Kraenschild
Milwaukee
Royal Chapper
Boston
Phitlip Dere
Gus Hafenbrack
Edward Gleason
Dan Johnson
Grand Rapids
Wis
Blackstone Hotel
Jono Alexander
Pacific Coast
Birthday Joy for Judge Getty and Elks Initiation
Judge W H Getty marked his seventy fourth birthday and forty nine years of marriage with a bright smile on Wednesday. A large Elks delegation attended the Stevens Point initiation and banquet, with Senator Ray E Wilcox of Eau Claire among the speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Getty
Lodge of Elks
Stevens Point
Ray E. Wilcox
Eau Claire
Committee Clears Clark and Jackson at Wood County School
The investigation chaired by R A Connor of Auburndale found no evidence of misconduct by W W Clark and M H Jackson at the Wood County Normal and Agricultural School. The hearing, held in Grand Rapids on June 1, documented witnesses backing their conduct and exonerating both men from charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Connor
Auburndale
Pross
Jackson and Clark
Wood County Normal and Agricultural School
Tribune
Connor
Clark
Jackson
T Committee
M. 1d. Jackson
Local Band to Play For Marshfield Red Arrow Welcome
The Grand Rapids band is engaged by the Marshfield Welcome Committee for a two day event in Marshfield Wednesday and Thursday next week. Livy’s Red Arrow days honor returned soldiers with a program featuring the 127th Infantry Band and Lieut Steinmetz. The 127th, a U S oversea unit, will join the local concert and dance at the White City Pavilion on Wednesday evening June 11, then perform in Oshkosh and return for the Red Arrow celebration June 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids
Marchfield Welcome
Livy
Steinmetz
127Th Infantry
Marshfield Herald
Theo
Steinmet
The
Herald
Wisconsin
Mayshfield
White City
Oshkyah
Red Arrow
Steinmelé
Sid
Robbed Cafe Owner Seeks Suspect After Pocket Theft
Cafe proprietor Joe Winlecke reports about 30 dollars stolen Sunday evening from a coat hanging in the dining area. He recalls two strangers entering and one brushing against the coat. police are searching for the suspect but have not made arrests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Winlecke
Owen
Winlocker
Elka Club Plans Flag Day Exercises at Club House
The Elka Club schedules four programs for Flag Day observances at their Club House next Sunday evening marking the lodge’s first Flag Day. The event will be held at 8715 to allow all residents to attend with public invitation. Atty. M. K. Tiley of Fandu Lac will speak and is regarded as a leading Wisconsin figure. Musical numbers are arranged for an engaging evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elka Club
Jacerester
Atty. M. K. Tiley
Fandu Lac
Wisconsin
Return of discharge recording fees in Wood County
All soldiers with discharge papers recorded in the Register of Deed's Office and paid for recording may have the fee returned. Contact the County Clerk at Grand Rapids Wisconsin by visiting or mailing their address. Signed Sam Church County Clerk of Wood Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register of Deed
Sam Church
Wood Co
Grand Rapids
Wisconsin
Weaper Area Rejects Union High School Proposition
A special Weaper election rejected a union high school plan by about two to one, the second loss on this matter after two contests. Local debate ran hot, with strong sentiment over the proposed school. Miss Mary Carroll and Miss Anna Carroll left for Oconto for the summer. Mary previously county food demonstrator and Anna a city teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaper and
Union High Secton
Union High School
Mary
Ann Carroll
Oconto
Misa Mary Carroll
Misa Anna
Hospital Graduation Draws Large Crowd at Elke Club
A large crowd gathered at the Elke Club on Friday evening for hospital graduation exercises honoring Itisenih Jaindqulst. Rev. GA Metlicke delivered the invocation as Miss Tandquist spoke of her hospital training and career, noting the hospital’s growth and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elke Club
Itisenih Jaindqulst
GA. Metlicke
Reid
Nuyae Tm
Gsnay
Tandquist
Dane
Tee Hospital
Cook County Hospital
Ruly
Nanetele Towey
Ub Way
Feo
W. Mead
Preniie Wabern Company Sees Strong Demand This Year
Officers report the Pryne Wabern company’s plan for Knron-Kook-Rrite production shows strong demand. Orders reach seventy six on their own efforts while existing orders total fifty, with western growers eager for travel gear and shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preniie Wabern Company
Orion
Wales
Marel
Tie
Prentiss
Wentern
Rotary Luncheon Sparks Debate on Industry and Market Plans
The Rotary Club held a luncheon where speakers discussed emerging market needs and the potential benefits of new ventures. Attendees highlighted industrial growth prospects and urged practical steps to support local enterprises.
Young T Ladies Present Spring Program at Hotel
The Young T Ladies Society showcased a gathered program featuring guest performers and a Girls Chorus spring piece. A solo by TAtice Dunen and piano accompaniment by Isabelle and Anbenelie Zinineernieay highlighted the event, with the audience enjoying the varied musical items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gatholle-Young Ladies Society
Ning
Tatice Dunen
Miisuen Isabelle
Anbenelie
Alumni Weld Party Marks Evening Graduation Fest
An alumni weld party at the Mornyal Last Mluarchy venue celebrated the graduation of the Mues gehoal. The event featured a lively crowd from fergar Normal students and guests including Shenffeidr. The evening concluded with music and dancing as attendees praised the spirited gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helayob
Fergar
Oaliendaner
Unclear text about Asrow Celebration registration
fragmentary OCR notes describe a registration for an event called Asrow Celebration on a Wednesday in March. It mentions registering at City hall second door and ticketing procedures with delays for late arrivals. Names and exact details are distorted leading to uncertain entities and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ani
Effy
Graduation Exercises Ignite Valley Students For Town Event
Miss Toth conducts a formal graduation at Tow Riverview Hospital, with attendees from the community. The ceremony honors graduates and features brief speeches and acknowledgments from faculty and local leaders.
Missing Infant Reported in Local Area
A lost infant case is noted, with family details including Mr and Mrs Edward Ole Maatty, asking for helps in locating the child. The notice mentions Florence and a nearby week of tracing, with funeral and service references and a community appeal to share information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir
Edward Ole Maatty
Inixtfortune
Obi Ates
Florence
Lawl
Woodhoert Ulness
Ev Leuther
Tiw Laceyites
Wae
Oil
Autrathy
Cir
Hahotkow
State Deputy to Attend Knights Meeting Tonight
Wai J Nees State Deputy from Sheboygan will be present at the regular Knights meeting this evening. The program includes resurrecting the pew age plan and a smoker. Speltz Bros. orchestra will play for a vesper Saturday night Jove 14tp, followed by a big dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wai J. Nees
Sheboygan
Speltz Bros. Orchestra
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Arpin Gil
Sphoemd
APP
Laliah
Prale
Neillsville
BEE Keepers
Rpasey Corporation
Giimaster
Dan Stewart
Rudoly
W. . Weisel
John Auvexander
Marsheleld
EURG
Largre
Pompany
Prentissawabers
Rotary Cink
Beknomler
Betteriag
Rowling Svekke
Cipsamet Wagida
Davelardeed
Wail
Uda
Young T. Ladies
Alumad Weld Party
Solinkis Murt
Max Ure
Ian Ai
Jayplyal Paurd
Ute Daetars
Rae Anit
Howe
Alo
Toth Bundatist
Tow Riverview Hoxpitiel
Wabibay
Bacghter
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