Surprise birthday party for Mrs Bodette at Caledonia Street
Mrs J W Bodette received a surprise birthday party at her home 1207 Caledonia street on Thursday afternoon. A progressive cinch game awarded prizes to Mesdames Farley Grokowsky and Jollivette. consolation went to Mrs C Asselin. At 4 30 a luncheon followed and she received a dozen haviland china lunch plates. Attendees included Mrs Wilcox Christholm Steves Lumley Pratt Johnson Powell Norcross McCann Grokowski Asselin Farley Jolli vetter Hardy Leonard Longway Laque Boucher Wilcox Bordette and Minnie Spreith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Bodette
Caledonia Street
Mesdames Farley
Grokowsky
Jollivette
C. Asselin
Bodette
W. Wil
Lcox
C. Christholm
J. I. Steves
C. Lumley
G. Pratt
J. Johnson
F. Powell
H. Norcross
A. McCann
F. Grokowski
A. Farley
J. Jollivetter
Hardy
F. Leonard
J. B. Longway
Crafty Agnes in Suburban Life
A Life magazine item notes Agnes gains popularity at home with welcoming doors and a guarded tongue. The brief profile highlights her aloof public persona and domestic savvy in a suburban setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes
Hood Voices Support For Boxing Bill In North Side
In a North Side gathering Assemblyman C L Hood defended the Hedding boxing measure. He cited Madison exhibitions under Howard Casselbone and disputed police claims that boxing is brutally dangerous. Promoters email Bossard Melde bout with a $100 side bet. Bossard plans to travel to La Crosse to secure a match under agreed terms.
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North Side
C. L. Hood
Hood
Madison
Howard Casselbone
Milwaukee
Bossard
Melde
al Bossard
St. Paul
la Crosse
Mrs Roth Hosts Birthday Party for Daughter Vivian
Mrs H J Roth of 2113 Loomis Street entertained at her daughter Vivian’s seventh birthday party. Decor featured red and white with a bell draped in Cypress vines and a seven candle cake. Twenty three guests attended including Vivian Roth and family members and friends from Chicago and Houston.
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H. J. Roth
Loomis St
Vivian
Vivian Roth
Madeline Lee
Geneve Black
Velva Powell
Eliste Bump
Elsie Rabley
Dollie Simon
Elinore Bump
Eunice Suger
Ruth Baumb
Dorothy Baumb
Eunice Baumb
Ellen Woods
Eva Mickels
Eva Swartz
Leroy Roth
Hazel Hartley
Leroy Hauser
A. G. Roth
Hi. J. Roth, Jr
W. Hale
Nellie Johnson
Ada Johnson
Agnes Knight
Susie Baker
Chicago
Minnie Knight
Houston
Senators summon Washington police chief to testify
After witnesses charged higher officials with police inaction during last Monday suffrage march the senate investigating committee called Major Richard Sylvester head of the Washington police to testify today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Investigating Committee
Richard Sylvester
Saying Hope Fades for Fixed Views on Unsettled Topics
The quote ponders belief stability, contrasting hope for those with uncertain views against the futility of certainty about unsettled matters, suggesting cautious openness over rigid stances. It frames intellect as a balance between conviction and inquiry.
Cannon Faces Last Statement as Congressman
Washington March 8 Uncle Joe Cannon prepared his final statement as a congressman locking himself in his office to draft the minority report of the appropriations committee of the last congress. He planned to criticize the Democrats for alleged extravagance in his report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Joe Cannon
Appropriations Committee
Cannon
North Side Briefs Show Social Circles on Berlin and Kane Streets
A North Side note lists residents and visitors, with many recoveries from illness and short trips. Entries include Mrs. Conway now able to go out at 1032 Berlin, Miss Catherine Vogel back on her feet at 1632 Charles, and Hulda Miller resuming activity at 322 Rose. Visitors from St. Paul and DeSoto mingle at local homes, while others travel to Trempealeau, Sparta, and West Salem.
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Dreamland
J. Conway
Berlin Street
M. Shannon
la Crescent
O. Sagen
M. Lasser
Avon Street
Catherine Vogel
Charles St
Klatter Klub
Rose St. Union Hall
Kate O’connell
R. Griffin
Gladys
McMelly
S. D
E. Holmes
Caledonia Street
Hulda Miller
Rose Street
S. Johnson
William Stevenson
Holmen
Hilder Moe
Lutheran Hospital
Camel
DeSoto
N. Frey
Kane Street
L. Hayes
St. Paul
Clarke
F. Clarke
Wis
P. Boyle
O. Spear
Esther Hanson
Hazel Shogren
Lansing
V. A. Ahlstrom
Wood St
Raymond Shogren
Minnie Knight
Houston
Minn
Susan Baker
Chicago
Frank Wurm
Galesville
Arnold Wagner
Devils Lake
N. D
Daniel Larson
West Salem
B. H. Rush
Sparta
Olaf Levenson
Edward
Charles Fredrick
Joseph Ritter
Edward Tracy
Arctic Lee Company
Wisconsin moves to curb cocaine trade in state Legislature
Madison March 8 The Wisconsin legislature faces bills to limit and regulate cocaine sales and use. Senate and assembly leaders say action is needed to stop widespread cocaine activity in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Wisconsin
Senate
Assembly
Delicately Expressed Aunt Ellen Arrives in Boston
Charley meets his Aunt Ellen who has lived in England and become an ardent suffragette. He notes she is “awfully gentlemanly” in manner, prompting a motherly conversation about her refined demeanor. The vignette captures early 20th century attitudes toward suffrage and social propriety.
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Charley
Ellen
England
Boston
Personal Interest Drives Customer Support in Business
A strong personal interest in a customer extends beyond orders and dollars. Fostering close personal ties builds active support and steady business. The Exchange argues that genuine attention to individual needs yields long term loyalty and growth.
Death of Old Closefist Grabs Community Attention
In a brief exchange, Blobbs questions whether the death of old Closefist will impact the community, while another voice counters that the loss is fully covered by insurance. The dialogue hints at local attitudes toward mortality and financial protection.
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Blobbs
Smith Portrayed as Most Agreeable Man
Gabe praises Smith as the most agreeable man he has met while Steve notes Smith behaves as if selling something or about to make a touch. The dialogue hints at Smith's social ease and possible underlying motive or sales pitch.
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Gabe—“Smith
Steve
Senator Spouter Mourns Interruptions By Handshakers
In a wry aside the senator laments being unable to finish speeches due to constant handshakes. He wishes for ambidexterity to write without disruption, highlighting the friction between public gestures and legislative focus.
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Spouter
Child Welfare Exhibit Opens City Hall Program Week
The child welfare exhibit arrives and will be set up in the city hall council chambers for the institute opening Monday afternoon. S. J. Dufner will lecture on milk supply regulation and child welfare. Dr. Allison discusses eye and ear care, while Dr. Werle speaks on tuberculosis and Prof. Gillin outlines welfare topics. Local participants join the program as 200,000 babies die yearly, prompting calls for united national effort.
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Roseman
S. J. Dufner
Elizabeth W. Allison
State Normal School
Theodore Werle
Milwaukee
J. L. Gillin
Department of General Welfare
The
State University
United States
Russell Sage
Washington
America
Entertains Ripper Klub At Caledonia Home
Mrs William Colligan hosted the Ripper Klub at 513 Caledonia street last night with music and card games as the main amusements Refreshments were served at a late hour.
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William Colligan
Ripper Klub
Caledonia Street
Hoppmeier Sprains Ankle In Outdoor Accident
Edward Hoppmeier of 1326 Rose street hurt his ankle while cutting wood near his home. He sustained a bruised foot and will be confined to his home for some time.
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Edward Hoppmeier
Rose Street
Lake Ice Clears From Shore As Navigation Opens
Lake Duluth reports the vast ice field breaking away from the shore and moving eastward under a northwest wind. The gradual drift suggests an early opening of navigation on the lake.
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Duluth
Minn
Friendship as a Gift of the Gods in Disraeli’s View
A compact reflection on friendship highlighting Disraeli’s belief that friendship is a divine gift and the most precious to humanity, framing it as a revered moral ideal.
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Man Disraeli
Father John's Medicine A Cold Remedy Promises Quick Relief
An old advertisement promotes Father John's Medicine as a rapid aid for colds and coughs. It claims fifty years of success, notes safety from alcohol or drugs, and urges immediate use for lingering symptoms. It invites readers to mail $1 for a large bottle from Lowell Massachusetts.
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Father John
Father Johns
Lowell
Mass
North Side Motor Boat Club Meeting At William McDonald Home
The North Side Motor Boat Club held a meeting at William McDonald’s Rose street home. Three new members were admitted. Members discussed plans for the coming season including a proposed railroad to haul boats down to the water at Clinton street and Black river. Secretary Robert Henry outlined efforts to improve conditions in the sport.
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North Side Motor Boat Club
William McDonald
Rose Street
Clinton Street
Black River
Robert Henry
Macabees Dance At Woodmen Hall Last Night
The Ladies of the Macabees held a dance in the north side Woodmen's hall last night with refreshments served to attendees. The event drew local members and supporters in a social gathering for the fraternal group.
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the Macabees
Woodmen’s Hall
Broken truck halts Wyman freight near Oak Dale
A broken truck on the Wyman freight train of the Milwaukee road delayed eastbound traffic at Oak Dale this morning. One car derailed after the mishap. a passenger engine failure yesterday led to using a heavy compound engine to haul freight toward Austin.
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Wyman
Milwaukee Railroad
Oak Dale
Minnesota
Milwaukee Road
Austin
False Alarms Outnumbered Fire Dept. Calls
A busy fire department sees a rise in false alarms exceeding the number of true fire emergencies, challenging response efficiency and resource allocation.
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Dreamland Theatre
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Dorchester, Mass
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Weather Bureau
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