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Newspaper
Manitowoc Times
Location
Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1929
Page
3
An analysis traces Franklin D. Roosevelts rise to New York governor and his potential path to national leadership. It compares him to Alfred E. Smith, previews a progressive agenda for cheap state powered electricity, and questions long term impact and legacy.
Hamilton Manufacturing secretary Thomas W. Suddard was elected Recreation board president for the coming year. H Wentorff became vice president and City Manager E J Donnelly was chosen secretary. The board plans ice rinks on East Twin River and will ask the council to prohibit automobiles on the ice except in marked lanes. An agreement with Eckley for 1929 was authorized. The group approved several bills and earmarked funds for a tennis court at Washington High School.
After a holiday idle period the Mirro Bowling League resumed Thursday evening at Glue Recreation parlors. Eight teams from the two local Mirro plant employers competed in the restart event.
George Leit proprietor of the American Hall announces a Saturday evening dance with music by the South Side Brass band. Hospital notes report several local patients, including Mrs Otto Vegrot who had an appendectomy, Harold Wilsman sent home from Municipal hospital, and Mrs Hubert Necker treated for pneumonia. The Delude and Brault party plans return to Milwaukee after visiting relatives.
A reenlegend meeting of the Odd Fellows is planned for this evening at the rooms on Sixteenth streets. Members are urged to attend and participate in the event.
City youth basketball league being organized to ease gym congestion. Teams may join by contacting Recreation Director at 4302 before Monday. Open to any organization or church. players under 16 and city or high school team members barred.
The Tabitha society of St. John's Lutheran church held its monthly meeting at the school rooms. Rev. W. C. Haase spoke briefly before a business session that elected Geraldine Zimm as president replacing Ruth Tegge. Dorothy Griep became vice president and Althea Runge secretary-treasurer. A Valentine party was planned for Tuesday February 5. A social hour followed with lunch served by Paula Jurgens Esther Jordan Beatrice Jordan Helen Liedtke and Gertrude Kahrs.
Vladimir Kresheck purchases the Waverly hotel, a city landmark since 1892, in a deal reportedly around $20,000. Transfer papers were signed Thursday, possession occurs Saturday, and the Wilsman family will relocate with the property.
The Women’s club met Thursday afternoon with Mrs L B Clarke hosting and Mrs Walter Johnson assisting. A charity report showed clothing and toys purchased for two poor families and city children, replacing the usual Christmas party.
F M Sturm of Milwaukee transacted business in the city today. Miss Genevieve Hippert and Mrs Zeno Schultz received honors after a games gathering at Miss Marie Rath’s home on Eleventh street. A lunch was served for B Pawlitzke as guests relaxed following the event.
Washington High School Pargold basketballers travel to DePere for a conference game against East DePere in the Nicolet High gym. Coach Barber declares the team in good shape after practice as they chase a win before the decisive Neenah clash. East DePere is a tough opponent, with DePere squads notable in both basketball and football, currently high in the Northeastern loop standings.
Mrs Clarence Becker entertained her five hundred club at her Lincoln street home on Thursday evening. High honors went to Mrs Harry Guehisdorf, second to Miss Irene Elliott, and consolation to Mrs Hans Hansen. Lunch was served.
Mrs. William Kummerow entertained twelve members of the five hundred club at her home on Twenty-first street Thursday evening. First prize went to Mrs. Joseph Richards, second to Mrs. Bernard Griewski, and consolation to Mrs. William Giloe. Lunch was served after the games.
George H. Dicke 72 pioneer resident died at 4 30 a m at his daughter Mrs Boward Grover s home 2608 West street Heart trouble was the cause born April 23 1856 in Two Rivers He married Ella Gebler December 21 1887 They lived on a Sandy Bay farm then moved to the city in 1902 He leaves two children Mrs Edward Grover and Mrs Ira Edwards a sister and a brother and three grandchildren The funeral service will be Monday at 2 pm with Masonic lodge Modern Woodmen Odd Fellows and E F U represented He will be buried at Pioneers Rest Cemetery.
The tug Bon Jour of the Lafond Fishing company burned after an explosion of the heating boiler Wednesday morning. The hull was examined at Burger Boat yards in Manitowoc Thursday after engines were removed. Engines sent to Kahlenberg Marine Engine Works for overhaul. boat may not be rebuilt. No insurance and nets valued at about $3,000 lost. E. B. Ackerman of Milwaukee visited on business.
Empire theatre manager Jack Tadych announces Paramount Famous Lasky production The Patriot starring Emil Jannings will open Saturday and Sunday. The film portrays Paul I of Russia in the late 18th century with cast Florence Victor Lewis Stone Neil Hamilton directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
Street department workers spread cinders at busy street corners to prevent skidding when drivers stop at Stop and Go signs. Salt mixed with cinders near Sixteenth and Seventeenth streets will be tested, with plans to expand if effective.
The Sally Ann bakery has been purchased by Burrard and Sterkel of Sheboygan and will operate under the new name The Dependent Bakery. The rename followed a contest that closed on Thursday.
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