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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
8
Thomas Furlong the famed railroad detective recounts the largest cotton swindle case. The tale follows the plot to defraud a railroad by using forged bills of lading, a network of confederates, secret letters, and a waterfront pursuit across Mississippi Texas and Canada. Furlong details arrests extraditions trials and escapes with emphasis on strategic wit and legal maneuvering.
The essay credits teachers and scholars, likening Greek, Irish, Serb, and Jewish revival efforts to the nation building of words and language. It cites figures from Pearse to D'Annunzio and notes how education and literature fuel national awakenings across centuries. Greece funds its navy through a royal naval lottery, giving 70 percent to the navy and the rest to the Archeological Society. in ten years prizes totaled about $1,216,384 with the navy receiving slightly more than that.
Government conducts the sale of lottery tickets to men and boys on the street who then resell to individual buyers, with tickets purchased outright from the government before final sale.
A cryptic exchange questions Billy's family dynamics as a chauffeur's possible flight is discussed. The speaker notes recent happiness, hinting at a puzzling personal situation without clear details.
Insurance rates will be reduced across cities in a scaled plan from 1 to 34. Madison property owners gain from new rates secured by the state insurance department, with schedules applying to all cities of the same class as published. The drop includes substantial decreases for brick structures with metal roofs and other file-supported classes, with proportional reductions for terms not equal to three years.
Eschweiler selected as head of the Kaishes of Wisconsin with Milwaukie leaders I C Eschweiler grand chancellor and Otto Knetl grand master at arms among other officers elected for 1917. Also named are John E Barrot Eau Claire grand prelate T. Smell du Lac grand keeper of records and seals Henry A Staab Milwau kee grand outer guard William Smieding Racine and Arthur G Lallack grand trustee for three years Luke Geneva named as a delegate.
A stray bull terrier saved a three year old boy from a cistern at his grandfather M R Scha hffer’s Neenah home after the child wandered away from his mother and grandmother. The dog barked loudly to draw attention and the mother pulled the boy from the cistern then fainted. the boy was unconscious when rescued. Milk Producers Organize in Green Bay forming the Brown County Milk Producers Association with 85 members to improve milk prices and protect farmers from low dealer payments.
Francis Sehaar six year old daughter of L G Sehaar editor of the Nekoosa Tribune was held up to a cage by an attendant of the Al G Barnes circus when a leopard struck her a severe bruise on the legs.
The raft carrying pulpwood, valued at 18 000, moves toward Green Bay as the largest Escanaba tow in a decade leaves for Green Bay. A triweekly free delivery route will start August 1 at Lyndon Station in Juneau county Wisconsin, serving 95 families over twenty two miles.
Former Berlin mayor Herman Temme broke his leg and suffered injuries when furniture he was loading onto a wagon for his summer trip to Bilver Lake fell as a rope broke. Temme was preparing to leave for Bilver Lake when the accident occurred.
The city plans a referendum on elevating the North Western Railway Company's tracks through Kenosha. The question asks residents to decide on the proposed rail elevation and its impact on local transit and safety. Local officials emphasize public input and orderly voting procedures.
The Fairbanks Storse company reported over forty employees leaving their posts to join Company L for military duty. Superintendent Hovey stated that every man’s job would be waiting upon their return, underscoring company support during the mobilization.
Oshkosh August Friederich aged 53 died when a wall fell during demolition at Frenta school he was helping dismantle. Police and officials investigated the fatal accident.
The Oconomowoc Firemen's Relief Association held its annual meeting electing Dr. George Meyer as president, H. C. Dehrend as vice president, George A. Dibbie as secretary, and T. T. Cronin as treasurer.
Robert Cuppage aged 17 of Chicago was accidentally killed when a gun he carried discharged. Police investigated no foul play suspected. the incident occurred in Rhinelander.
The convention endorsed Hatton while Hull edged Donald for secretary of state. The gathering approved a slate including Trevns and Vartan, with discussions touching on economy and agency staffing. Leaders urged continued support for fiscal and public works goals as the convention concluded.
Regents act to change fellowship and scholarship rules at the University of Wisconsin Madison, boosting equity in aid while detailing eligibility and disciplinary actions. The report notes a shooting incident involving Sophia and Thomas, with charges and case postponements for students linked to Cap Night. five University of Wisconsin students face court proceedings next fall.
Mead Hall to open in September under Congregational church auspices with construction costs exceeding $30,000. Six brothers from Neillyville join a militia heading to Camp Dougks. Beloit council buys Field property for a park at West Grind Avenue and Bluff Street for $27,509 and purchases a city hall site from Nellie King Smith at the north end of Style Shred for $25,000.
Wisconsin pensions granted include Charlotte Pratt Markesan 12 Rachel Roller Endeavor 32 Henrietta Wheeler Prairie du Chien 12 and Woulsa W Rueger Monroe 12. Racine hosts a four day Homecoming July 1 2 3 4 under Spanish War veterans. John Tutkair 47 killed between locomotive couplers. wife and ten children survive. Washington to hold civil service exams July 22 for postmasters at Gordon Mountinga Deal and Sterling. Grand Rapids reports heavy hail damages to cranberry crop with up to 30 percent loss in Cranmnor district. Sheboygan county war veterans reunion set for June 24 at Sheboygan Falls.
Markets report erratic activity across sectors with mention of corn, wheat, and livestock. Mixed prices appear for staples as traders weigh international events and domestic supply, while notes on rail and shipping disruptions hint at broader economic strain.
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