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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1900
Page
3
A garbled report describes a blaze at a lumberyard and mill near Chippewa. Firefighters battled flames that engulfed a warehouse and sawmill, with nearby stores and dwellings impacted. The Kinberyards were saved, and investigators consider arson unlikely.
A fragmentary report from Platteville concerns suspects in a double murder case. Names include Gay Shedhans and Henry Spetle, with arrests linked to Savannah and Dubois. Police found bullet‑hole evidence near tracks and sought federal aid while a suspect named Burl of Dubois faced questioning.
A Northwestern man of twenty escaped after being on a freight car pushed along a high trestle. He lost balance near the coping and was kept from falling by the rail and cold, wet conditions. He remained on the track with the car and was not seriously injured.
A 16 year old boy, Jack Ventures Fey Mar Prow Shore, Oshkosh district, Wisconsin, drowned during a bathing incident near a shoreside area. Rescue attempts followed as authorities investigated the accident and marked the scene for safety review.
Readable fragments report a large skeleton found near Kaitinn Weipa by local workers. Authorities, including Wauhkiaun Mw and Anuter Mak, initiated field assessment and preservation steps while inquiries continue.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a marriage topic with garbled phrasing and unclear names or dates. It appears to discuss a bride and a measure of age, but essential details are unreadable. The piece lacks concrete facts to identify persons, places, or events.
A garbled note reports a burglary at Bh clostut Maryland Athy Special Whe postal of thie city last night. Items including a stripe and iron veiling were taken while an entry caused damage in the warehouse. The fragment hints at investigators and a suspect list but the text remains unclear.
A garbled local item reports a sudden medical event during a trek near Mull Cran Clots. It mentions responders aiding a person, partial details of an incident, and notes on emergency actions taken in a rural area near Harylland with ongoing activity described as chaotic and uncertain.
The city faces a scarlet fever scare with limited vaccine coverage and delayed public health alerts. Officials warn parents to seek medical care for symptoms while hospitals report rising cases and strained resources.
Witnesses describe a river accident as a rowboat capsized near the port where a group of Cetine families gathered for a fry. Elsie and Manie, two young sisters, were among those saved, while several children were lost or missing. Special reports name a drowning at the Dells reservoir and a separate boat incident after the event.
A chaotic sweep of a crime spree reports silk thefts across Madison and Chicago areas. Police traced a gang from St Paul Des Moines to Madison entering Cureu’s store after hours. Investigators noted broken windows, light outages, and a swift escape as detectives pursued the thieves through the night.
The passing of Brown, a former president of Kenosha, marks the loss of a highly regarded figure in Wisconsin. Born September 2, 18, he served valiantly in War and contributed to local civic life, leaving a widow and family in mourning.
A damaged fragment from a Wisconsin article describes a section man struck near a railway line. The report mentions a fall of about forty feet, a collision involving workers and a company crew, and injuries or fatal outcomes.
Fragmentary AP dispatch notes unclear resignations of officers and ministers across provinces, with scattered names such as Vince Prisha and Vivir Koivsn. The text references county affiliations and international postings, but specifics are obscured.
A chaotic OCR fragment reports a demand for damages tied to a fire or explosion at a saloon. It mentions injuries, property loss, and impending lawsuits as authorities prepare to file actions within the coming days. The text is garbled but indicates a city council involvement and widespread impact.
In Madison Wisconsin on August 27 a notice lists women named Hy named as agents and a youth tylaint. Mary My Dickens receives an appointment and Bhike Turley is appointed in Brown county. The report notes two appointments and a recommendation, with unclear details about the dep htia trade and a waiteload of Sfilwaimked.
The Episcopalian clergy retreat outlines morning prayers, meditations, and daily services at the cathedral and other halls. Election procedures for a coadjutor bishop are described in stages with voting by clergy and laity, followed by consecration plans involving bishops and observers.
Fragmentary text reports a Bonita performance at Marinette Wisconsin with mentions of a yacht, a sinking vessel, and a chaotic fishing party. Names and details are garbled but imply a notable record and an incident surrounding the event.
Milwaukee detectives probe an attempted extortion tied to wind damage claims and a plan to stop free rides. The case involves a mother and daughter related to a car owner and a suspect named Mrs. Mearns.
A chaotic, injury filled note details Anderson serious injury from a Wentworth accident, a child kidnapping scare near a park, and multiple deaths across Chicago area including a prominent physician head of hospital services. Reports flag rail and police activity, hospitalizations, and probate concerns as the city reels from a night of injuries and losses.
The Paris Aspoxilinn judges awarded Walter Baker & Co. a gold medal for cocoa and chocolate preparations. The Dorchester company, famed for quality, receives top honors from international competitions.
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