13 Sep 1906
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Newspaper
Grand Traverse Herald
Location
Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1906
Page
1
Preparations for the grand lodge and uniform campment on October 2 3 4 are underway with plans to house visiting delegates in Traverse City due to limited hotel space. A lodging price of 75 cents per night is set. volunteers are urged to host delegates and notify J Mo Bhileslee early.
The Woman's Relief Corps Grange gathering featured a large attendance and a strong program. State president Mrs. Wate Redner praised W.R.C. efforts at Andersonville prison and outlined plans to preserve sites like Providence Spring and burial grounds. The group supports memorials at Appomattox and emphasizes the study of patriotism in schools. The event closed with “America” sung by all.
The W C G district convention held a two day session in Grange hall with strong attendance and many delegates arriving today and tomorrow. Officers present include President Mrs Hattie Pauden Traverse City and State Pres Kate Rednar Dowagine. Current reports and committee work planned in secret session this afternoon. McPherson corps to exemplify the ritual for visitors tomorrow.
Hendricks Neale Miss Mary Iendricks and Mr Arthur Neale wed Saturday evening in a simple ceremony at the bride’s parents home Rev J P Bissell officiating The couple were attended by the bride’s brother and sister A bountiful wedding supper followed They plan to reside at 61 West Ninth Street Mr Neale is a postal carrier on route No 2 Friends extend congratulations and best wishes for their future happiness.
Fire Chief Murray tests a street cleaning method using a sprinkler cart with a movable nozzle. Water pressure aims to wash dirt into sewers and gutters, leaving pavement cleaner for hours as air pressure helps scour the surface.
James Sullivan of the firm Stanck and Sullivan died at 2 14 Tuesday morning after five weeks of malignant typhoid fever in his Ninth street home. Aged 48, he leaves a wife and two children now ill, with the mother and sister also affected. Funeral from St Frances Church conducted by 71 L Carter.
At Asbury church the seventh anniversary of Rev. Hugh Kennedy's Pastorage was celebrated amid harmony and growth. Statistics show last year’s receipts 2981.56, 263 recent converts, 725 pastoral calls, 400 benevolence, and 4545 for building. Kennedy preached on Christ’s power to transform lives and grant eternal life, noting nature’s force as a prelude to divine power.
The lodge marked twenty years with a social evening that featured wives of members, a Women’s social crafts display, dancers, and refreshments as couples mingled. Some attendees faced divorce rumors amid talk of flirtation and a lively orchestra.
An upstate mill four miles east of Kingsley overheated causing the governor to race. Engineer Jameson failed to notice the danger as belts snapped and a pulley flew apart injuring sawyer O. J. Pitcher and possibly harming Alex Matthews. Eight workers were struck by debris. Jameson was slightly deaf and may have contributed to the incident. Separately, jurors for the coming circuit court term were drawn, listing names across multiple townships.
The Rev George Lockhart preached at the Baptist church yesterday and impressed the congregation with concise, moving words. The Massachusetts born minister, a Watertown graduate, spoke on Jesus being present during and after his ministry, pleasing both morning and evening audiences with his forceful exhortation. Miss Ranger of Albion led in song in the morning while Miss Margaret Hooker sang in the evening.
The Hindse Builders young ladies foreign mission society held its annual bank offering in the church committee rooms Tuesday. The two rooms were attractively decorated with white festoons red ribbons and slides. The treasurers report showed funds on hand after paying the 200 annual pledge to the American Board. Officers for the coming year were elected: President Mrs J W Patehin Vice President Mrs J Sherman Secretary Miss Ruth Rumsey Treasurer Mrs Hobl Edwards. The program honored Robert and Miss Moffatt for Africa work. A social hour followed with refreshments and light desserts.
Harry Hines bought a Traverse City Cup boat and mounts a four and a half horsepower four cycle engine of his own design. He has built a premier pleasure craft expected to lead its class. Hines operates a bay shore shop near Cirter's mul where he has worked through the summer on the engine and craft.
The Ve netong club will host another Venetian night with illuminated motor boats and an orchestra. Expect social dancing later and a larger turnout after a highly praised previous event. Each member may invite a friend and family to enjoy elite hospitality and festivities.
After a destructive fire at Empire Lumber Company caused heavy damage, restoration plans are underway. A large cleanup crew will clear wreckage and substantial equipment will be installed. the mill is expected to reopen soon as one of the state’s finest operations.
In a dark rural road incident moving from the Stites residence toward Rev Yost a horse reared overturned the buggy injuring Mrs. Stites internally with possible broken ribs. Mr. Stites was knocked senseless but survived. both were cared for by a physician and moved home on a stretcher. Mrs. Stites remained in serious condition the following morning. Also reported is the death of Frederick Reveldt of Keswick aged 70 after residing in Leelanau county for fifty years. His family includes daughter Lena Revel of Traverse City and several others. funeral set for Friday at Suttons Bay Congregational church with burial in Keswick cemetery.
The South Side Lumber company considers major improvements to handle growing business. They purchased a strip of land on We Pere Marquette railroad for lumber yards and a sineail. Current yard capacity is inadequate. they will cut more small timber and expand employment from about seventy men to a larger force as output increases.
A week of activity by yellow jackets at a Methodist church ends with the nest moved after being burned under a walk. The insects swarm across the street and enter Mrs. Ed Wait’s summer kitchen through a broken screen, prompting her retreat as doors close and the church mouse notes the ruins. The intrepid pests now face unknown quarters.
Dwight Brewer, a septuagenarian and longtime county pioneer, was found dead in his bed last night after returning son found him. Cause is uncertain but heart failure is suspected. He was a respected figure in the region and in good health prior to his death.
Kingsley Sept 12 John Hulett died at his son's home after a long life marked by early arrival in the region in 1Su8 and extensive hunts and trapping. Native of northern New York he was among the county’s oldest settlers. Surviving are his two families including six sons and three daughters. oldest son Juba Hidett Jr is noted.
Earl Huff 16 years old drowned while bathing at Pearl Jake. In shallow water companions tried to save him but conditions prevented rescue. The incident occurred in Bengie county near a local beach. Relatives believe timely help could have saved the boy.
The Michigan annual Methodist Episcopal conference opens at the opera house led by Bishop J F Berry of Buffalo with worship and a pre-conference examination of about fifty candidates. Nearly 300 ministers respond to roll call as preparations continue for sessions and addresses from church leaders and officers.
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