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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1920
Page
2
The notice states second class matter designation for Geasd Rapids Wisconsin dated May 25 1814 and credits The Associated Press and Wisconsin Daily League with exclusive republication rights for all news dispatches and local news published in this paper.
Rates published for Grand Rapids Nekoosa Port Edwards and Biron show 15 cents every two weeks paid to the carrier each Saturday morning. The notice cites an afternoon publication schedule and lists 225 2nd St So as the office contact with phone number 34.
The Rockford Republic remarks that despite the dry movement and reform era constraints, life continues with adventure and high spirits. It notes wine, women, and song softening into ginger ale and community singing, while reform efforts falter against a steadfast, restless spirit ready to pursue new horizons.
A commentary argues that Germany faces civil war after the Ebert overthrow, warning that without strong international police intervention a new world war could destroy white races and civil society. It blames German factions and urges League of Nations action to prevent further war and invasion.
LOLMING SERVICES reports a remarkable gathering as seven churches unite in worship. A speaker emphasized togetherness across denominations, noting earnest addresses, inspiring singing, and devout spirit. Evening meetings continue tonight tomorrow and Sunday at 7:90 at First Moravian Church.
The Waupaca Common Council proposes a public vote on purchasing the Waupaca Electric Service Company property after a Supreme Court ruling on street taxation. If the majority says yes on April 6, an appraisal by the Wisconsin Railroad Rate Commission may be sought, with further vote on price. Authorities stress cautious, fact-based review before proceeding.
Mrs Jos Weishaupt visited Grand Rapids last Saturday. Arthur Haumschild Aug Uling plan a trip to Texas next week for a game lune? Mrs G Schalla hosts the Catholic Ladies Aid this week. Mrs Bridget Kennedy visits her niece in Tomahawk. P H Lekes family moved to a farm near Vesper. Harry Wuebner moved to Pleasant Hill via Vesper to work as a cheese maker at the creamery.
Pleasant Miss Will Henricksen has been a patient at St Joseph hospital for seven weeks and came home last Friday. She is feeling much better. Joe and Anna Sternst moved their wool to Pittsville on Tuesday. The Sternsts will operate the farm cheese factory at that place. The hill face will be in by. Wabner of Pittsville who for the past year operated a factory there. Frank Bakers is working for Will Farn.
Sherry Walter Beck visited Marshfield on Wednesday to see an occulist about long running eye troubles. Mail carrier John Jones welcomed a baby boy named John William, honoring his grandfather and father. The town reported various trips, a road and bridge committee meeting in Grand Rapids, a school agricultural event, and a rough basketball game between Sherry and Auburndale with a final tie and a profit of 16 dollars.
A Stevens Point report recounts a Portage County event where a groom awaiting a bride in a hotel led to her discovery. The tale centers on watchful waiting and a dramatic reunion in awkward circumstances.
Frank J. Pionke of Almond and Jessie M. Davidson of Plainfield married Sunday after a mistaken train arrival separated them. Pionke boarded Marshfield bound Sea train No. 12, searched coaches, then rode to Stevens Point, while Miss Davidson boarded train No. 2 at Thorp. The delay caused a temporary misunderstanding before the couple clarified in Marshfield hotel, and they plan to reside on Pionke’s Almond farm.
Puebla police report 11 year old Ted Kinkendall died from injuries after claiming five schoolboys cut and assaulted him. He was found behind a billboard and died within an hour. Names of the alleged offenders are being withheld by authorities.
ALVESTON showcases its gulf coast harbor and grand sea wall built after 1900 to protect the city. The 22 403 foot long 17 foot high fortification sits on piling and uses dredged bay fill to raise 2 501 buildings and streets to a new level. The feat is described as unparalleled in America.
United Miners of America leaders John S. Lewis and Wm. Green visited the White House to learn if President Wilson had completed review of the majority and minority reports. They expressed hope for settlement based on the reports and agreed wage hours and conditions.
For sale a seven room cottage in modern condition except for a furnace. It is located two blocks from the high school. Includes Te 387. March 20.
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