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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
5
A compact quotation attributed to Stephen Decatur appears, praising national fidelity in foreign dealings. The line emphasizes devotion to country whether actions are just or flawed, reflecting patriotic rhetoric.
The article extols Liberty Bonds as a strong and desirable security issued by a prosperous nation. It argues 3% bonds at par offer high conversion potential, ample marketability, and safety, urging citizens to buy bonds as patriotic investment to aid allies and fund the war effort.
Notice to Wisconsin teachers and superintendents that the Milwaukee State Normal School summer term is shortened to six weeks due to reduced state funding. Opening moved from June 11 to June 25, with all courses offered as announced. Suppplementary bulletin to follow. circulation urged to ensure all teachers are informed.
Two weeks of village news including visitors and travels of Mrs Sipe and Mrs Shah, local fines by Justice Barton, farm and family updates, upcoming barn dances, school notes, and community events. Mentions of students, institute attendance, and a forecast of travel to Camp Douglas. Includes horse breeding commentary and a public notice about an inheritance tax hearing in Wood County.
Miss Ella Whitrock returned to Grand Rapids Friday after a week with her parents. Farmers replant corn and roads need dragging. Sunday school observed Children’s Day with a large crowd. Dawes now rides in a Ford. others order Oakland Six. Several graduates and teachers attended Grand Rapids exercises. Preparations for a program on June 20. Miss Lucy Anduss and Einer Torssel married at Grand Rapids Methodist parsonage. they will reside at Waupaca.
Mr and Mrs Robt Reid and family visited in Vesper Sunday with Mr Reid's sister. Mr and Mrs Ed Holtz were Plainfield visitors Monday. Miss Anna Zobal spent Sunday with Miss Ellen Pierson. Miss Luella Irwin visited the Holtz home Monday afternoon. Augusta Ackert the Watkins man was in the vicinity early in the week. Miss Ellen Pierson and Anna Zobal called at the Cordts home Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Ed Holtz and daughter Mabel spent Sunday at John Koch's. Misses Eva and Lela Irwin visited at the Cordts home Sunday. Miss Ruth Lord spent Sunday with Miss Elsie Cordts. Miss Eva Irwin called at Plainfield Monday.
Mrs Reinhart and family of Grand Rapids spent Sunday with her brother J D Vetter. Miss Moody of Stevens Point spent Sunday at the Wm Gaulke home. Mrs Pred Saegar entertained the Lutheran Ladies Aid last Thursday with a large attendance. Mrs Albert Segar and mother departed for Kaukauna after a death in the family. J D Vetter and Wm Witt traveled to Stevens Point. Gladys and Crystal Munroe attended graduation exercises at Watoma. Miss Zelda and Bernice Eggert visited their parents Mr and Mrs B G Eggert. Miss Annd Klug returned to Grand Rapids after a visit with her parents. Miss Saegar, employed in Sheboygan, returned home for the summer. A Chicago family moved to the Jadack farm. J Lutz bought a carload of cattle. Relatives and friends attended Rudolph Timm’s funeral in Grand Rapids. Mr and Mrs A Zettler visited in Grand Rapids. Calves and cattle sales ad from W W Clark at Grand Rapids. The dog note remarks petty larceny remark.
Eight spring wagons a lumber wagon and top buggies are overhauled and in good running order for sale at low price. Come and inspect. a deal may be found. Auto and carriage painting upholstering and general repairing offered.
Northern farmers may plant more soy beans for seed due to high prices. Soy bean as soil improver and feed straw supports expanding acreage north of the Potomac and Ohio rivers. Plant timing: June 1 in the north, June 15 in southern central states. Avoid Mammoth variety in the north.
Mrs James Gaynor memorializes James Gaynor in a poetic tribute noting his lifelong defense of truth and opposition to oppression. The passage lauds his charity, kindness, and effort to uplift others, declaring his memory forever in the hearts of those he helped.
Wood County Court probate notices announce final settlement hearings for Bertha Niemanns deceased and Maryanou Tieziwek with executors Luke Niemann and Luke Tieziwek. Orders set dates in Grand Rapids 1917 and require three weekly notices in Grand Rapids Tribune to formalize accounting and residue distribution to entitled parties.
A promotional appeal targets farmers with 80 to 160 acres, offering low price on easy terms plus help building a home barn and clearing five acres. The owners claim ongoing land improvements, direct seller contact, and promises to tailor options to buyers' circumstances to secure reliable crops, climate, and water.
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