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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1902
Page
5
A promotional notice claims a woman's privilege to change styles with Palmer skirts for sale. It touts ready-to-wear outer garments in superior tailoring and fabrics at easy payments, urging purchase when seen.
Jeremiah Witter, a longtime Wood County resident and notable figure, died Saturday March 22 at 6:30 in the morning at US Presbyterian Hospital Chicago following a surgical operation seven days prior. His son P. Witter had rushed to the city as the illness worsened.
The passing of Mr. Witter in Grand Rapids shocks locals who knew him as a tireless banker lawyer and public benefactor. Born in New York in 1838 he built wealth via the First National Bank of Grand Rapids the Bank of Centralia and diverse ventures while funding free traveling libraries and city institutions. His death follows a Chicago operation. his will leaves large gifts to schools the public library and churches totaling about 70 000 for city benefits. estate valued near one million dollars.
A church Easter program is listed for Sunday evening with a soloist, choruses, and readings. The outline includes Soprano solos, a children's or youth choir, a piano accompaniment, and hymns such as Awake We Saints and Thy Will Be Done, ending with a benediction.
An exhibit of drawings by Grand Rapids public school pupils will run April 1 to 3 in the old Congregational church on the east side. Works include pen and ink, lead pencil, charcoal and water color from kindergarten to high school. Open to all. parents and school board members urged to attend. hours 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
List of unclaimed letters for the week ending March 26, 1402 includes Tyler WL Taemeltor Geo Cratford Miss Michole Hendlx Hansen Mrs Bauting Clonionly Wstress Aggie Ritlian Hywel Miss Pheri B allinx. Postmaster A ty Fostars ft Rocky Mountain Len taken sow will keep the whole family well. Jobson Lili Co offers 35 cents for delivery.
Albert Preston, 45, native of Canada and longtime Wisconsin resident, died after leaping from the Green Bay and Western Railroad bridge into the Wisconsin River. He had shown odd behavior for days, leaving a coat and vest on the bridge before the act. A coroner's jury ruled the death a suicide, noting no external injuries and that mental derangement was the likely cause. He leaves a wife, a four year old son, and two brothers, with funeral services held at the Methodist church.
Saturday events in April offer two dress patterns to each Saturday's participant. Heaviest oxen prize and best dressed participant awarded, with prizes delivered the following Saturday. entrants must bring multiple dozens for weighing, and family members may participate. Also notices refund policy on Greene's Syrup of Tar, and local tobacco advertisement.
Legal notice from Wood County Wisconsin seeking to vacate portions of the town plat of Remington and adjoining streets and alleys. Petitioners hold property. hearing set in Grand Rapids court with election notices and details for city voters. Court schedule includes jury, terms, and official actions.
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