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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
4
The readable lines show an obscure 19th or early 20th century newspaper fragment from Hapidsa Wisconsin with advertising rates and political ticket names. The text mentions Democratic ticket figures including Bryan era references and local offices such as district attorney register and surveyor.
Train and freight service details announced with routes via Chicago and North Western Ry. Includes coverage to Huron Aberdeen and Oakes with connections to Siouxity Aberlion and Oakes towns. Also advertises Chamberlain's Bath Reedy for skin issues and local Daly Dray & Jewelry Co as seller.
Fragmented report details a dam safety incident and ensuing water flow concerns, with mentions of Mr and Mrs Mer ninn Ross and families, a wedding at Saratoun, and local relatives attending at Brooke hall in Grand Rapids. The piece lists several names, locations, and events from Saratoun and Port Edwards.
Democratic nominee Julio Aylward launched his campaign in Wisconsin emphasizing reform and criticizing rival Republicans. He urged primaries reform and direct Senate election, attacked tariff positions, and promoted railway regulation while praising Wisconsin progressive Republicans and denouncing conservative stances.
Travel offer detailing one way fares on routes from North Waterto to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland and other points with service via Chicago Union Pacific and North West lines. Fare listed as 87 06 through from Quadara for fall sale and ticket agents named. Also includes testimonial from Foley's Kidney Remedy user praising health benefits amidst kidney trouble.
Congressman Morse of Antiza announces free seed distribution for eligible mothers in the coming March and April drive. Recipients must verify details with Congressman Morse if not yet listed, with distribution organized by the Agricultural Department in the Tenth district. A separate note mentions a well dressed woman interrupting a speaker through a cough, and a promotion for Foley’s Money and cough remedy.
In Sigel a big rally is set for Thursday at the town hall with Wella M Ruggles of Autland the Democratic congressional candidate addressing residents. Also noted are other local items and scattered reports from Grand Rapids and nearby towns.
A well attended Democratic gathering at Mar woan hall featured remarks by W Whealan praising the event as a strong showing for future policy shifts. Attendees noted anticipated changes this fall and discussed local figures including Oertis Crattean, Mrs Will Beatton, and Thos Bratton, with plans for moves to Grand Rapids and Mantowoa as the week unfolds.
VESPEn J G Buinter took a trip eastward before the potato warehouse near completion by L Starks Co. Murgatroyd began a new brick house. Republican rally at the opera house drew a large crowd with a dance after speeches. Goll and Sou contracted to furnish rock for the new laundry and began hauling. Goldtrammer and Mine Ladick at Grand Rapids on Saturday. O B Edwards of Marchfield spoke to Bryan Club members. Three carloads of pickling onions shipped to Chicago. Mr and Mrs B Flanagan took their infant daughter to Grand Rapids for baptism. Several Carpetites were in Grand Rapids. HL Dawson repairing houses for Prentins for winter. Mrs Hanifan, Mrs Warner, Mrs Rovhen, and Mrs Lessig from Sigel spent the day at the White Law. Moders Woodmen announced instrumental show Thursday at the opera house. Bryan club to meet Friday. speaker expected. Everyone invited. Married man cautioned against letting family take non Foley remedies. Foley's Honey and Tar praised for coughs and colds. John E Daly and Johnson & Bill Co.
Remington residents Miga Lacy Plinney and friend Miss May Onsey spent Wednesday evening together. Mrs Onsey and May Onsey dined with Myata Thursday. Peto, Joe Sommers, and James Bowdan were visiting Thursday. Mrs James Hiles and George Hiles were visiting friends in Remington Friday. Mrs M Nugent and Ea visited her parents in Remington.
Mrs Kate Pepin of Grand Rapids visits relatives on Sunday. Miss Egith Garner visits Mrs Ulrick Schank Monday and plans to stay through Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Atwood spend Sunday with Chester Awan. Mrs John Aimes attends a function Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs Albert Witta host Sunday guests. O Roelelons, recently ill, attends a ride on Sunday. Mesera Pavey Weinfert and Ulrick Schuck enjoy a river trip Saturday night and Sunday. Mina Marguerite Rochelean visits Mrs George Charming Sunday. Mr and Mrs Lucas Purel visit their daughter Mrs Joe Clappa Sunday. Mrs Whyne Kellog returns from a trip to Oadaotr Win. Will Mourron, bedridden, improves. Mr and Mrs Steva Snyder spend Sunday with fortiarts ymreute. Mrs Olesan and Mr Tol Jolingan visit friends Saturday. Chronic diarrhoea remedy anecdote with George M Feller of South Gibson Pa endorsing Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy sold by Daly Drug & Jewelry Co.
In Wood county voters back Ootay as a bright candidate for Clark of the Court. Born in Pittsville in 1886 he grew through local schools and public service roles. Supporters say he is not an office seeker but would make a good officer if elected, urging a ballot for Code G. Cokes.
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