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Newspaper
Manitowoc Times
Location
Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1928
Page
2
Commentary argues juries slow and outdated, hindering justice. Proposes speedier selection and trials to reduce crime, reduce costly delays, and focus law enforcement on criminals. Cites need to balance rights with efficient prosecution against revolver laws affecting law-abiding citizens.
The piece contrasts unrest in major powers with American prosperity. It notes labor strains in Russia, England, Austria, Germany, and France and claims U.S. industries enjoy rare strikes aside from coal. It criticizes imported panaceas as unsuitable for American individualism.
Police blotter notes motorists striking and killing dogs. Harry Jordan of 211 Emmett street reported killing one at Emmett and Twentieth streets. H W Schmid reported killing another on Forest avenue near Hansen greenhouses. Street department removed the carcasses.
A notice seeks a capable maid for general housework at Mrs. Richard Neuses residence 2020 Forest Avenue. Respond by calling 1727 BT for details and appointment.
Leo Williquette, a south side resident, appeared before Justice Bert Larkin on Friday and pleaded guilty to a drunk and disorderly charge. He was fined 19 dollars plus costs totaling 15.82 dollars, which he paid. The complaint, filed by Monroe Bireet, was lodged against Captain Charles Waskow of the decal fire department.
The second annual dance of the Two Rivers Fire Department will be held at the Opera House on New Year’s Eve. Proceeds will go to a fund to entertain the state convention and a large advance ticket sale is reported. The event features dancing after a dinner with entertainment from Ehigs and Glee’s orchestra, a five hundred game, and prizes. Reena William Reitz, employed in the city, plans a short trip to Wabeno with relatives.
Ex-ironworker Burkitt campaigns as a Jeffersonian Democrat facing Mayor Hague’s machine in Jersey City Hudson County. Robert Carey pivots to demand Hague ouster amid accusations of bonds, charters, three percent fees and corruption. Pre-primary governor race details and local political battlegrounds loom tomorrow.
Amanda Heyroth acted as hostess to her friends while Anna Heyroth hosted a separate gathering. The brief notes record the social sequence and pairings among the group, highlighting a lighthearted get together with familiar faces.
The article notes Red White, a local team, lost a preliminary game two weeks ago 1B to 8 against Purgold's first squad. It signals a Thursday Alumni peep game against San Opefier, with Freshmen and Sophomores forming the second team lineup under Coach Kreissaré. The writeup mentions players like Klinkenberg and Sutter and reports on local social notes including visits by Miss Gladys Ahrens and Miss Ruth Wills.
St John’s Lutheran hosts 9:00 English service 9:30 Sunday school 10:30 German service with crucified Christ. Emanuel Evangelical offers 9:30 church school 10:45 morning worship 6:30 Young People 7:00 evening worship plus Mishkat services 2:00 church school 7:30 Young People. Christian Science Society holds 9:30 Sunday school 10:45 regular services with midweek testimonial meeting.
Readable fragment lists weekday masses at St Mark’s Catholic Church with times for low and high masses, including a morning low mass at 7:43 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. high mass, plus a 7:45 a.m. low mass on weekdays, attributed to Rev. P. J. Nilles.
Rev Hugo and Rev Thuecks lead services at 7:00, 8:15, and 9:30 a.m. with low masses, a 9:30 a.m. mass, and a 7 and 8 a.m. weekday schedule for the church.
A fragment lists Sacred Heart Catholic masses at 8:00 a m low and 10 a m high with another 7:15 a m low mass. Grace Congregational shows Rev F A Hawkes at 9:30 a m with Sunday school 10:45 a m and a sermon.
The fragmentary text hints at a newspaper notice inviting readers to subscribe to The Times and follow daily state and international happenings. No clear event or person is identifiable.
Readable text notes an orchestra under Geseli providing music, with Ralph Anne 8 mentioned in fragmentary form. Details are sparse but imply a musical event or performance setting involving the named orchestra and a person or entity titled Ralph Anne 8.
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