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Newspaper
Manitowoc Times
Location
Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1928
Page
2
Fragmentary text shows overheard complaints about liability and law. Phrases mention sheriffs, ratings, and a radio political ad. Two elderly men discuss table manners at a club, remarking that a new member’s behavior is remarkable and surprisingly difficult to describe.
Cast of five from Rudolt Frim production arrives in city to begin two weeks of rehearsals for Firefly at the Capitol Theater. Rehearsals start immediately as the Walker Opera company organizes the cast for civic and church group engagements before the general opening. The production, praised for its stage success, has drawn favorable notices in other cities.
The Franklin town board approved plans for a town fair similar to others, joining a county-wide fair network. County Agricultural officials reviewed exhibits and cultural displays, with nine townships already deciding to hold fairs. The event aims to showcase pets, agricultural exhibits, and educational displays, aligning with other town fairs in the area.
Mrs J Sedisek returned from a trip to Sheboygan while Miss Marion Sanderson spent the weekend in the city. Mrs Gust Eggert E Shimek and Mrs Lawrence Wheat were guests in Milwaukee and Chicago respectively. Other locals, including Mr and Mrs Ludwig and B W Goodsen, were noted as visiting Chicago or Milwaukee for short stays.
Council members spar over a resolution to approve plans and funding for utility improvements. The city treasurer will oversee accounts and a 250,000 fund is cited. The procurement process and machinery purchases remain under commission control with bid-based work and potential delays noted.
City council last night voted to memorialize the county board for relocating the fairgrounds to avoid interference with the extension of the direct system. The action aims to settle the matter this year and involve local officials and the regional highway plan. Mr and Mrs Elmer Blesar of Hawshorns Terrace departed for New York and the East for a 10 day trip.
Mr and Mrs R J Wilda of Lancaster California are in the city due to a serious illness. Mrs Anni Airs and A P Geimer are among attending relatives. The Western Rivers Center and the Grand Chapter are noted members of the Order of Eastern. Milwaukee and other locales figure in the scattered reference.
The article corrects a previous claim about Pred Jaeljmstah being a better political teller and notes his fishing accident. It states he remained at the same spot where he lost his hook and regained two weeks later. It mentions disbelief that a spoon hook moved two miles down the river and laments the correction.
A local ad offers fresh French caught Ike Fetch and Menominee white fish for Sunday meals. Call 1138W to arrange delivery or pickup as stated by John Tuiel. The text contains garbled phrases and illegible sections.
The scene follows Irene’s injury and Mr. Davidson’s concern as he arranges care and contemplates a plan to aid the vulnerable girl. Irene’s behavior shifts between fragile dependence and defiant longing as the couple edges toward a troubling future, ending with a promise of continued developments.
The city plans to sell 20 000 in percent paying bonds and buy about 390 000 in bonds. About 3 008 will remain unsold over the counter. City Clerk Arthur Wander expects many buyers and notes funds from pensions and perpetual care will finance the purchase. The city may own its bonds using trust funds in various departments.
Raymond Krick, who has been in Chicago studying for several weeks, is in the city to undergo an operation.
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