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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1900
Page
3
AppletonWis case details a long legal fight over water rights and hydroelectric power. The Supreme Court weighs whether a private company can claim priority to water and energy claims along the Mississippi river. The dispute centers on federal authority and state possession, with prior rulings under review and potential settlement terms discussed in brief.
In Amleton Wisconsin an invalid man plans a sea voyage to Venlo to collect an inheritance recently left by his brother. He boards the Seagendon on the Mund-Amemout line and expects a sizeable fortune, though the exact amount is unclear.
Karl Fredrick Tegen, a receiving teller at Citizens’ National Bank, died of tuberculosis in Wisconsin. The obituary notes his service at the bank and references family and local connections, including Frank Mai who moved in from Marinette. The report briefly mentions health issues and a long illness with limited fuller details.
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Fragmentary OCR text describes a daring escape attempt with garbled names and places. Key readable elements are few and do not form a complete person, location, or event. The fragment lacks coherent facts to outline a clear incident.
A worker in Sheboygan Wisconsin was injured in a railway yard incident last night. While attempting to couple cars he caught his foot in a frog and was dragged backward by the moving cars. He was attended to at the scene and reported in stable condition.
A fragmented Wisconsin report notes fishermen affected by a shoreline disruption near Two Rivers. Authorities identify several names connected to the event and mention hospital transfer and planned actions to secure the area along the coast.
The article notes the river’s navigation closing sooner this year as steamboat traffic dwindles. Crews along the river report daily changes with boats tied up and the fleet awaiting end of week clearance. Weather and currents contribute to earlier closing conditions than typical.
In Ta Crosse Wisconsin October 17 a hole was broken into an icehouse egged in bile yesterday afternoon and shattered by five workmen one named Avi Suguest is believed to be fatally injured. Lightning struck and caused further destruction. A structure will be torn down to make room for a new mammoth building.
Special report details early settlers in southern Wisconsin, honoring Mrs Martha Toman widow of Edgar Ungenin. Narrative recalls pioneer families traveling to Kenosha by wagon, with hints of community roles, land bounds, and regional origins amid tentative dates.
Michigan plan to abandon steam engines as seventy divers decrease. A farmer named Wells and Hemantaka authority discuss using electric power to operate the line. The move aims to finish the transition within a year and makes Wells the sole power source, with the rail line near Wells, Wisconsin facing the shift to electric operation.
An obituary fragment notes a child at about one year old began lessons to walk but suffered partial paralysis of all four limbs and never learned to walk properly, described as resembling a much younger child in stature. The text references Leon and other unclear details from the period source.
A massive blaze swept Oshkosh and surrounding districts as flames consumed the Mill district and nearby sheds. Firefighters fought for hours, preventing spread to other blocks, with nine acres burned and a wind shift aiding containment. The cause suspected to be arson with sparks from a sawdust pile, as observers watched the glow in the night sky. Local crews were aided by allied forces. five men worked tirelessly to control the flames and save lives.
A lightning strike in Marinolly Wis last night injured a child and damaged a home. Suspected resident Cearge was knocked senseless as debris tore flesh from a shoulder. Neighbors aided the wounded before authorities arrived. the child and others expected to recover.
Fragmented obituary mentions Charles Haverland a long-time resident of Manitowoc Wisconsin. The garbled text references other names like Martin Grand Rapids and Portage and hints at a funeral or service details, but specifics are obscured.
A Fond du Lac couple marked a special anniversary yesterday as relatives gathered to celebrate. The probate judge attended a ceremony and spoke warmly about the pair, who were joined by family and friends in a quiet, heartfelt celebration.
Fragmentary OCR reports a scene at Camp Neatron River with drifting letters, possible names, and a mention of a health issue. The legible fragments imply a local incident or condition affecting individuals, but specifics are unreadable. The text shows garbled names and unclear actions, preserving a sense of a disrupted record.
A wild post office burglary ends with only modest losses as robbers penetrate the vault, but miss the main chests of treasure. Authorities investigate, noting the blaze of confusion and a possible inside helper among locals. A separate accident description recalls Dr. Fred Millsworth’s nephew birthday incident as police sort through a week of injuries.
A petition signed by most property owners in the city of Wis requests extending the water utility franchise. The proposal aims to allow voting by city residents on extending the water company, arguing the change benefits the city’s growth as a major municipality. The petition is viewed as favorable and likely influential with the committee handling the alteration.
Fragmentary text mentions Appolns and J Williams and a carding appointment. References a Visine item and a county event with unclear dates. The readable portion hints at a first meeting or decision related to a wingest town but details are incomplete.
In Jamesville Wisconsin editor Barton Nowlin voices fear that recovery from current hardships may be slow. The note expresses concern over continuing economic strain and uncertain prospects for local merchants and residents.
Unclear OCR fragment reports a fall from a building in Wisconsin. Names and details are garbled, with potential references to a place or person. The readable parts indicate a fatal or serious fall, but key identifiers are unintelligible.
Fragmentary notice lists assorted names, places, and events with scattered references to Wisconsin towns Tonnshe Aloo and Unis. It mentions religious figures and a church connection, including St. Mary’s and a Rev Steinbricker, with scattered dates and locations such as Antsirin and Lycak mountain.
A note and a pair of tan leather shoes were found on a Lake Michigan beach south of Kenosha. The letter, reportedly from a young woman, mentions intending to drown herself in the lake. Authorities traced the dealer name inside the shoe and notified Chicago and Evanston police. no body was located.
Fragmentary report describes a county case involving a parent and a youth. The readable text mentions an alleged offense and subsequent actions by authorities, with references to a court or juvenile matter and a detainee removed from a scene.
The readable fragments discuss accounts and schedules tied to a protest in war reporting. It questions year references and pricing while mentioning a tone of wartime coverage and the strain of indexing numbers in the text.
The Léverpwol clergy of Bagheok establish women residents as helpers at the parish. A lay leader led by Revmen assigns three women to assist the curate, coordinating with three others to perform the work.
An oddly garbled excerpt discusses a smoky coat and perplexing conditions. The fragment hints at a fashion item or material, pairing uncertain phrases with cryptic observations about scent and appearance, suggesting a misread or corrupted text from a historical page.
Four prominent Wrightstown farmers, Harry Bart Albert Gustoui Chuk Loughaml and Kenry Viead, Brown county, were arrested on a charge of Wirginty but dismissed for lack of evidence. They threaten a lawsuit for false imprisonment against Sheriff Bristan and deputies.
Baraboo Wisconsin officials reached an agreement with Baraboo Waterworks at a special meeting. The dispute arose after service became inadequate and the city stopped paying rent for a year. A lawsuit had cost the city about $1000 in court fees. The city will pay the company to drop the suit.
Patieville Wisconsin October 15 Tess Gorpith of British Woliaw while coming to this city Saturday with a broke Was Kick in the face Green the hoes Mr Corpimn was brought to Winitoville in at eriflew condition his few was frightfully bruised none completely lathered and skim badly fractured Utes are entertained for his yo covers
At a common council meeting the board of education will ask for more than $30,000 to operate the schools for the coming year. The council will also elect a superintendent for Mound cemetery.
Local Oshkosh merchants organize a formal association to draw visitors from surrounding areas. The group will select a steering committee to oversee plan details and coordinate weekly events intended to attract crowds to Oshkosh.
Jatian Wlait of Pewashee Wisconsin and Vietin of Wisconsin report a man named Julie Khath, age 61, found dead with a shotgun shot through the abdomen near a fen. Authorities say the gun, found opposite the fen, likely discharged accidentally. Klatt leaves a wife and eight children.
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