Electric meeting outlines plant overhaul and reorganization
A stockholders meeting of the Electrics and Water Company discussed major plant improvements by W D Simone including rebuilding wiring with twelve transformers, upgrading wires and poles, and adding a central distribution plant. A committee of six was appointed to draft a reorganization plan to secure funding and possibly convert to a straight corporation. Several court cases were reviewed, and a resolution to reconvene on November 12 was adopted.
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Electrics& Water Company
Oftv
Mlank
Adontine
Arma
Conway
W. D. Simone
Urixank
Reah
Enso
Quain
Simons
Theatik
Bia
Nan Baing J A. Gaynor
Altizons
Envn
Berhou
Tan Ib
Ib War & Wroat
Task Hold
Gaynor
Taylor
G. M. Bill
J. A. Gavnar
John M Sabusbal
B. R Goasing
D. D Ganway
Electriciana
Man Griff in Marshfield for Wood County Sheriff
The article touts Michael Griffin of Marshfield as the sole fit candidate for Wood County Sheriff. It praises his decades of service, local roots since moving from Canada, and long tenure in Marshfield including council and police work. It argues his integrity, steadiness, and readiness to lead a careful and conscientious office.
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Damon
Michaal Griffin
Marshfield
Anorkit
Wood County
Grille
Grifin
Canada
Wisconsin
Columbia County
Moarahflald
Durin
Upham Company
Griffin
Mr. Grifln
Council Special Session OKs Vine Street Widening Award
City council met in a brief special session to approve the public works award for widening Vine street and arrange payment into the treasurer. Several property owners within and beyond the 1000 foot limit protest the special assessment, arguing benefits are uneven and some residents will pay for a project that may not directly benefit them.
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Vine Street
Board of Public Works
Bagogsr
Bomarer
Osk Street
North Third
South Second
Prompt Payment of Death Claim and Social Visit
Henry E Fitch of Nekoosa Camp 9376 Modern Woodmen of America received a death claim draft for Mrs Mary Brooks widow of Charles E Brooks after timely mailing and proof of death The order is noted as prompt in settling claims Elizabeth Swisher of St Marys Idaho visits Jobo Farrish home with a young guest party Tuesday evening enjoyed by all in attendance
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Henry E. Fitch
Nekoosa
Modern Woodmen of America
Mary Brooks
Charles E. Brooks
Sx Dave
Head
Elizabeth Swisher
St. Marys
Idaho
Jobo Farrish
Farrish
Miss Swisher
Portage City rail plan sparks regional debate
A Portage area discussion centers on a proposed railway outlet to connect Portage with Kilbourn and Grand Rapids. Local businessmen and officials express support for a route via Portage, Oxford, and nearby towns, touting economic benefits and new travel options. The plan contemplates modern traction with gasoline electric cars and standalone power, aiming to avoid widespread power infrastructure. The debate covers costs, rights of way, and potential timelines, with emphasis on Portage's strategic location for freight and passenger service.
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Gomeaiuttiod
Portane Democrat
Adaia
Tivol
Tony
Veladba
Oxford
Mrigudebiy
Adawe
Milway
Portawe
Krlondatin Amt
Grand Rapida Hla
Mts
Hilbourt
Wilbourn
Boranni
Bripunville
Die Straiw
Mir
Brana
Partai
Penni
Kilbourn
Portarn
Fretsht
Nasaamuers
Ceward
Rabbonids
Iina
Lina
Bravo
Staan
Mr. Brann
Portage
Brann
Galeevitly
Ettrick
Wis
Fragmented OCR tale with dense names and places
Fragmented text presents a long list of names, places, and scattered phrases. It references Seattle, Wisconsin, and various individuals while weaving disjointed events and settings. The piece reads as a garbled archival notice or crowding of proper nouns without a clear single event.
Birth announces a son to Mr and Mrs Bert Worren
A son was born on Monday to Mr and Mrs Bert Worren. The family is listed in the births column of the newspaper.
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Selranfield Int
Teitana
Dyadina
Seattle
Dee
Bert Worren
Unclear historical report on local events and people
A fragmented OCR paragraph covers multiple figures and places, mentioning gatherings, burials, and community stories. It references names such as Malt Garriera Bull and various locales and institutions, but the text is garbled with many misspellings and mixed topics, making a coherent summary difficult.
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California
Princeton Mills
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COMFC
Helio and yeHowsya
Johnson & Hill Co
Electric and Water Co
Supreme Court
Goutins
Brazeau & Hinera
Blankavaee Asato
Bader Box
Lessia Va. Taseie
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Ira
Bassett
Adams County
Patrick Case
Patrick See
Huron
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Rudolph
Bmre
Cara
Wase
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Wm. Redine
Boettcher-Wersheim
Charles Wersheim
Lena Belle Boettcher
Thie City
Wm. Nammansen
Ming Ida 8Hueler
Gustave Bosticher
Pafr
Green Bay
Park
Vinttord
Walla
Ben
Astral
Diengre
Bal
Petates
the Prity Ms
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Bizsler
Whavonestig
Eloa
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Hauke
Pada
al Lest
SAAC
Witter
Cal
Opera Howse
Habert B. Senls
Detdiler
Anne Sabeines
Henin
Phe
Jaethoe
Harte
Atak
Titan
Anibal Pinter
Cimicti
Granada
Ek Chaeuthy
Daveteain
Eom
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Bevitle Brybl
Ane
Daty
Abd Mani Meieelly
Dan Aes Wyatt
Evebey Nisini
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Een Bend
Poteet
Oraraing
Tian Bett
Dante
Pines
Dave
Davin Fay
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