Dacks Acquitted in Murder Intent Case at Circuit Court
The circuit court acquitted Joe Dacks in a murder intent case involving alleged poisoning of his wife. Lysol was found in the medicine but no motive or direct action was proven, and the jury deliberated overnight before a verdict of acquittal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Joe Dacks
Dacks
Walter Clark
T. A. Strand
George R. Troost
Leroy Bernard
T. W. Sparks
Ben N. Lane
Leroy L. Bisson
Andrew Kruissik
Winfield Scott
Matt J. Haas
Sam Dean
Bird Richardson
Charles Kirwan
E. C. Pors
Alden & Sons Florists Plan Greenhouse Expansions
The Alden & Sons florists are enlarging their greenhouses at Sunnydale to meet rising demand. Plans include a 20 by 36 foot addition with office space in the northeast corner and a future 50 by 60 foot expansion. They have ordered materials and added an enclosed auto delivery with the slogan Say It With Flowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alden & Sons
Sunnydale
Kansas Man Visits Brothers Buys Farm
VY. E. Conwell reports the sale of a 61 acre tract of land to Aaron Strahm of Kansas. Strahm, visiting his brothers Noah and Fred Strahm, decided to relocate here after inspecting the country. The property includes a fine house and 30 acres being cleared, located northwest of the Flunker cheese factory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
VY. E. Conwell
M. A. Peoples
Aaron Strahm
Kansas
Strahm
Noah
Fred Strahm
Peoples
Flunker
Mr. Strahm
T. M. Thomas Considered for Congress in District Race
Lady Smith attorney T. M. Thomas weighs a congressional bid opposite incumbent Adolphus Nelson of Grantsburg. He cites time constraints from his chair and furniture business and law practice but may run if others share campaign duties. Thomas is a progressive Republican who helped elect delegates to the Republican convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Thomas
Ladysmith
Congress
Adolphus BP. Nelson
Grantsburg
Ladysmith Chair & Furniture Co
Thomas
Eleventh
Citizenship Admitted and Dismissed Applicants Listed
The State Bank of Ladysmith suit names U M Thomas Nate Hand J M Thomas and James I Mitchell. Of 32 citizenship applicants 18 admitted including 10 war record cases and 8 with other proofs. Four applicants were dismissed for draft exemptions, others faced various issues. some papers from France were worthless, while honorable discharge papers aided some applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Bank of Ladysmith
U. M. Thomas
Nate Hand
J. M. Thomas
James I. Mitchell
John Carnot Larson
Weyerhaeuser
John S. Spoolhoff
3Ruce
John Sostolowski
Hawkins
Nick Teschler
John Rausch
Eugene Sharrow
Martin Enger
Stefan Wilem
Stefan Fratrik
Franciszek Krupa
Joseph Duza
Michael Rozak
Frank Strychalski
August Kanning
Joe Burk
John Probosh
Adam Babula
Alex Rozak
France
Eleven men allege false representations by staffing agency
A group of eleven men, identified as 1. W. W., returned to Duluth after a failed strike break. They plan legal action against the employment agency for alleged false representations, arguing they were misled about the job and conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladysmith
Duluth
CIPY Teachers Named for Next Year in Ladysmith Schools
The Ladysmith public schools announce nearly complete teaching staff for the coming year with three vacancies including a high school janitor position held by Mr. Scheel who resgned for work in Janesville. Superintendent M. Lewis will continue leading the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladysmith
Scheel
Janesville
M. Lewis
Board of Education
R. B. Woodworth
Ella Becker
Cedarburg
Eva Sander
Neenah
Inglish
Mae Hitchcock
Sparta
Martha Fisher
Houston
Minn
Edith Oakly
M. Dahlberg
Anita Schoengarth
Tlelen Moe
George Orme
Mabel Pringle
Ashland
Helen Watkins
Aleda Peterson
Mellen
Dottie Bentz
Margaret Reynolds
Tomahawk
Nsazel Prindle
Lake Puts Out Sparks Assault Case Near Weyerhaeuser
Ora Lake, a single man, was arrested by Sheriff Simon near Cameron and brought before Justice Edgar on a complaint by Oscar Sparks for assault and battery. Lake pleaded guilty and paid a $10.52 fine. The incident occurred at Sparks home, five miles south of Weyerhaeuser. He claimed self defense citing a feared gun in Sparks possession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ora Lake
Simon
Cameron
Edgar
Oscar Sparks
Lake
Sparks
Weyerhaeuser
Strike Evolves as Timberwork Strike Persists Across Plants
The Timberworkers Union strike continues with local plants expanding crews. Menasha Wooden Ware and Fountain Campbell report varied capacities and shifts while Flambeau River Lumber runs full capacity days without nights. Menasha Paper maintains most operations despite minor disruptions. Violence erupts in Ladysmith as George Lyons is beaten by Mordecai Adams, who pays a $10 fine plus costs. Rudolph Siemund faces assault charges and is released on recognizance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menasha Wooden Ware Co
Flambeau River Lumber Co
Fountain-Campbell Lumber Co
Menasha Paper Co
Ladysmith
Pea
George Lyons
Mordecai Adams
Lyons
Adams
Justice Court
Rudolph Siemund
Birthday Party Delights Community at Bethany Sisters Event
A large crowd attended the Bethany Sisters birthday party at the Congregational church on Wednesday. A light comedy with a moral drew laughs and the reception followed. Guests contributed coins and bills matching their ages, boosting receipts to over 150 dollars for the church effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethany Sisters
Congregational Church
Hawkins Lose To Bruce In Season Opener
The 1920 baseball season opened at Bruce on Sunday with Hawkins as the visitors, losing 10 to 1. Hawkins was soundly beaten as Bruce dominated early and held the lead throughout the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawkins
Bruce
Bruce Sunday
Red Cross Home Service Reports On Ex-Soldier Aid
Detailed January to March work totals show 750 questionnaires sent, 717 replies, 26 discharges registered, 32 state service bonus inquiries, 4 Liberty Bond claims sent to Washington, 52 insurance notes, 22 medical care directions, 65 educational bonus inquiries, 248 employment and 248 victory button forms, 500 French memorial books mailed. April sheet records 516 letters, 179 inquiries of ce nter information, 14 discharge papers forwarded, 77 compensation info, 3 federal bonus claims, 15 state bonus info, 15 Liberty bonds claimed, 8 delayed allotments, 179 government land, 12 victory button apps, 2 discharges mailed to Washington for correction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Service Section
The
Red Cross
J. S. Bordner
Home Service Department
Washington
Clara C. Arthur
Home Service
Rusk ‘Couity Red Cross
Funeral of Loren Davis
The funeral for Loren Davis, who died after being run over, was held Saturday from the home with burial at Riverside. Rev. C. W. Emery officiated as mourners included Mrs. Ellen Noggle of Lancaster Wisconsin, mother of Mrs. Ed Davis, who arrived Friday to attend and stay a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loren Davis
Riverside
C. W. Emery
Ellen Noggle
Lancaster
Wis
Ed Davis
Flambeau Plans New Road Tractor Purchase
Flambeau to buy a new road tractor with chairman Schmitz seeking best value. Potatoes in Ladysmith sold wholesale at 4.00 per bushel and one store retailing at 3.30. County Agent Jones says potato acreage may not reach last year's level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flambeau
Schmitz
Ladysmith
Jones
Beaver District Meeting Sees Delegates Elected at Barron
Delegates from Beaver lodges in Barron and Dallas and local members attended the Beavers Reserve Fund Fraternity district meeting held at the lodge hall last Saturday. Rice Lake was chosen for the next district convention two years hence. Delegates elected to the grand colony meeting at Racine in June include Glen Carter Mrs. George Rice Ladysmith Oscar Olson Barron Peter Eckley Dallas with alternates A J Laidlaw Orland Evier Ladysmith J R Beck Barron and Isaac Saland Dallas. A fine supper was served at the Christian church and several candidates were initiated by the local drill team before an entertainment program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Lodges
Barron and
Dallas
Beavers’ Reserve Fund Fraternity
Rice Lake
Grand Colony
Racine
Glen Carter
George Rice
Ladysmith
Oscar Olson
Barron
Peter Eckley
A. J. Laidlaw
Orland Evier
J. R. Beckwith
Isaac Saland
The
Christian Church
Health officials inspect St Marys hospital in Ladysmith
Miss Myra Kimball secretary of La Crosse health department and inspector of the state hospital board visited Ladysmith on Tuesday. She inspected St Marys hospital and conferred with county nurse Miss Margaret Thomas on health matters of Rusk county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myra Kimball
la Crosse
That City
State Hospital Board
Ladysmith
St. Mary’s Hospital
Margaret Thomas
Rusk County
Farmers Bank of Sheldon Opens After Charter Arrival
The Farmers' Bank of Sheldon opened Tuesday morning after receiving its charter from the state. Officers include TL. W. Cox as president O. C. Cox as vice president and Charles A. Bugher as cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Bank of
Sheldon
Capital Stock
Rusk County
TL. W. Cox
O. C. Cox
Charles A. Bugher
County Nurse Visits South County Schools
Miss Margaret Thomas county nurse toured Amacoy Loft Maple Island Lake St. John s and Pleasant Ridge schools last week. She conferred with teachers and advised the pupils during the official trip through the south central part of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Thomas
Amacoy
Loft Maple
Island Lake
St. John’s
Pleasant Ridge
Ford Sales Reported Touring Cars Sold
A brief list shows recent Ford deals including Wm. Yankee and Tony with touring cars, F. Mautner in Dewey, and J. E. Lee Stewart also purchasing a touring car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Yankee
Tony
F. Mautner
Town of Dewey
J. E. Lee Stewart
Vacancies for Midshipmen in Wisconsin Naval Academy
Fifteen Annapolis appointments are to be split among Wisconsin districts with two at large. A special exam will be held via civil service facilities in June. Enlisted navy personnel may earn one hundred annual openings after passing a competitive exam. Appointments distributed by district include La Follette and Lenroot for at large, and candidates named for each congressional district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Naval Academy
Annapolis
Wisconsin
H. Ertz
Navy
Navy Department
la Follette
Lenroot
Naval Academy
Ertz
Edward Voigt
James G. Monahan
John C. Kleczka
John J. Esch
Edward G. Browne
David G. Classon
James A. Frear
Hot Lunch Idea Spreads in Atlanta Town School
In Atlanta area, under Violet Stewart, teachers and pupils formed July Health Circle and raised 47.80 to fund hot lunches for next fall. The movement, led by county nurse Miss Thomas, aims to feed stomachs and minds and is described as a beneficial epidemic spreading through the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Sirs
Violet Stewart
Beleving
Thomas
U S Field Gun Ornament Brings Attention to Library Lawn
A U S field gun, a 4.7 howitzer weighing just over 1000 pounds, sits on the city library lawn. Received from Rock Island, NL, it bears the Rock Island arsenal plate on its limber. Loaned to Ladysmith through the Chamber of Commerce and city officials, it may be recalled if needed for national defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Rock Island
U.S. Rock Island Arsenal
Ladysmith
Chamber of Commerce
United States
High Seed Stock Affects Acreage
Old potato marketing nears completion with over 90 percent of warehouses closed and dealers reporting good profits. New Florida stock brings 26 to 27 dollars per barrel while Texas field potatoes fetch 6 to 9 cents a pound. A local dealer predicts lower potato acreage next season due to high seed prices, especially among new county movers and those with limited carryover.
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Wisconsin
Florida
Texas
Cavalry Horses Arrive for Troop K in Ladysmith
Government horses for Troop K Wie Ms. G. arrived Wednesday under Corp Gnapp supervision. Thirty two fine specimens are now in Ladysmith and expected to march proudly down the streets, signaling a real cavalry troop presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ms. G
Corp. Gnapp
Ladysmith
School Exhibit Showcased Pupils’ Fine Work at High School
The exhibit of Lady Smith Public School pupils was held at the high school building last Friday evening. A large crowd of parents and patrons inspected the display which included many fine specimens of work across departments reflecting credit on pupils and teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladysmith
Local News Highlights From Flambeau to Madison
Mrs A Bergevin visits brother Walter LaRonge at Flambeau St Marys hospital names Miss Margaret Boschert new superintendent of nurses in LaCrosse The evangelical church group plans five more churches in the region Mayor Luell and son and Will Euell traveled to Milwaukee for Masonic work They will stay for a ball game Jim Moore attends his legal action trial at law against Wim Gade over a building lease Miss Georgia Wise birthday party held by local telephone operators H T Blanchard of Ladysmith digs early potatoes from winter stored crop
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A. Bergevin
Walter LaRonge
Flambeau
St. Mary’s Hospital
Margaret Boschert
LaCrosse
Christian Church Evangelical Association
Luell
George Luell, Jr
Will Euell
Miwaukee
Jim Moore
Madison
Wim. Gade
Moore
Elmer Wise
Georgia Wise
H. T. Blanchard
Ladysmith
Luther Burbank
Tragic death of Edith Mihm in Ladysmith and cremation plan
The body of Edith Mihm, who leaped into the Flambeau river April 23, was found Sunday afternoon by local searchers Grover Stanton and Wm Dalton. Funeral services were private, and cremation was carried out in St Paul per Mihm’s wish. The couple had a devoted marriage, and Mihm’s mind was believed to be affected by a severe headache.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Mihm
East Third-st
Ladysmith
Ellinghoe
G. W. Clark
St. Paul
Local social notes from Ladysmith and area
Dr Bugher and M Worder hosted friends at Sheldon yesterday. Wm Diamond visited from Blambeau yesterday. Bernice Bergevin entertained schoolmates last evening. Mrs FP A Gordon and two children of Exeland visited Ladysmith for dental work. Robert Mareh and wife arrived from Oshkosh for a week with old Ladysmith friends. Adolph Kuschinsky will add a kitchen to his Corbettav residence east of the Soo tracks. Charles Stingle at Overland service station ill with appendicitis. McBathren, Hillsdale pastor, attended services at the Christian church. Herbert Hathorn of Janesville and wife visiting sister Mrs Jac Speich. Sam Dean visited by old schoolmate Herbert Dann, who lives six miles south of Cameron. Former boyhood friends from Rock County. Demolition of the old switch tower at the Chicago Division line near the Soo marks another landmark. Otis Adams family to move from Ladysmith to Adams County next Monday. Mr Adams works with Leslie Williams and B F Lundy installing furnaces in northern Wisconsin. Mr and Mrs Frank Lawrence hosted visitors this week. Mrs Lawrence's brother-in-law and sister Mr and Mrs Elmer Wilson of Danbury visiting. Next Monday visitors depart for Iowa then California. Mrs Andrew Van Den Hervel hospitalized since last Saturday with heart disease. prognosis poor. No local radio station. long distance line service proves reliable as W E Thompson spoke with wife in Miami Florida 1800 miles away, connection made in twenty minutes.
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Dr. Bugher
Kb. M. Worder
Sheldon
Wm. Diamond
Blambeau
Bernice Bergevin
FP. A. Gordon
Exeland
Ladysmith
Robert Mareh
Oshkosh
Corbettav
Charles
Stingle
McBathren
Hillsdale
Herbert Hathorn
Janesville
Jac Speich
Sam Dean
Herbert Dann
Mr. Dann
Cameron
Rock County
Chicago
Soo Ry
Otis Adams
Adams County
Adams
Leslie Williams
B. FE. Lundy
Wisconsin
Frank Lawrence
Lawrence
Elmer Wilson
Danbury
Iowa
California
Andrew van den Hervel
St. Mary’s Hospital
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Court
I. W. Cooper
Hubbard
Cooper
West
Idaho
Joseph Lb. Kobliska
FE. W. Prenchick
Ed. Guile
A.C. Mooney
James D. Burgess
Burgess
G. C. Humber
Peter Reichel
Ben B. French
John Kabe
John Thompson
Albert S. Revels
Martin Vratanina
John Skozen
Revels
George T. E
Ida J. McCormick
Rusk County Bank
Frank T. Stare
Ferndell Farms
Pizanaski-Pazcorko
John Pizanaski
Francisek and
Mary
Pazcorko
John
Conrath
Speich
CIPY
G. Lyons
Beaver
Sheldon Bank
Vesits
FORD
Naval Academy At
Osceola
W. E. Thompson
Miami
Fla
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