Great Fourth of July Celebration Planned With Big Events
A regional celebration promises crowds from neighboring towns with a full program on July 4 including a gun salute, bell serenade, a reception for visitors, special trains, a patriotic speech by Judge W. J. Conway, races on Central Avenue, greased pig contests, tugs of war, baseball between Marshfield Elks and Auburndale, military displays, a dress parade, and a grand fireworks show. Promoters boast two military companies and the Second Regiment band, with liberal prizes and strong town rivalry.
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W. J. Conway
Central Avenue
Marshfield
Stratford
Auburndale
Spencer
Joe Quinn
Camp Douglas
Councilmen Inspect Decomposed Granite Deposit Near County Line
Common council members visited a decomposed granite deposit near the county line last week. Experts tested the material and found it of good quality and seemingly suitable for road making, and the visit has convinced the council of a reliable supply.
Marsaeld Guernsey Breeders elect new officers at annual meeting
The Marsaeld Guernsey Breeders association held its annual meeting at city hall last Friday with strong attendance. President C J Morrison and Secretary W E B Hargrave gave talks on important farming topics, followed by discussions. Treasurer John Lepien was replaced by K O Ray. Officers elected: President C J Morrison, Secretary W B Hargrave, Treasurer Fred O Ray. Executive Committee includes Morrison Hargrave Anderson and Burhopp. Vice Presidents named as Ben Lang Wm Blacksidge Wm Schilling E C Mintner D O Carlton J Ross Porter J Buckmaster.
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Marsaeld Guernsey Breeders’ Association
C.J. Morrison
W. E B. Hargrave
Frank Morrison
John Lepien
K. O. Ray
C. J. Morrison
W. B. Hargrave
Fred O. Ray
A.C. Anderson
William Burhopp
Ben Lang
Wm. Blacksidge
Wm. Schilling
E. c. Mintner
D. O. Carlton
J. Ross Porter
J. Buckmaster
Bail Game Next Sunday Between Grand Rapids Teams
The Grand Rapids baseball team travels next Sunday morning and will clash in the afternoon with a city all star team. The Grand Rapids aggregation ranks among the state’s best amateurs and has defeated several strong clubs this season. Local nine will be formed from top town players and ready for a hard contest at the fair grounds, 3 p.m.
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Grand Rapids
Fair Grounds
Walter Tillotson Injured at Bedding Factory
Walter Tillotson a high school sophomore and son of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Tillotson was injured Monday morning at the Bedding Factory while working during vacation. His left hand was caught in a power saw and the first two fingers were severely mutilated. Amputation may be necessary.
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Walter Tillotson
C. L. Tillotson
Sophmore
Tragedy Near Stratford as Mother Is Killed in Loaded Revolver Accident
A Stratford area farm family mourns Mrs. August Schlagenhaft after a loaded revolver in her son Karl’s hand discharged, striking her in the chest and killing her instantly. Karl, 18, was cleaning the weapon to carry to Marshfield, unaware the chambers were loaded. The Schlagenhafts, long-time settlers, urged parents to curb gun ownership rhetoric among rural youths. Also reported are two local marriages: Miss Agnes Diem wed Ernest Rapp in Fond du Lac and Miss Theresa Leinwander tied to John Marx in Marshfield, with both couples set to reside locally. Miss Emma Deering and Otto Longpap completed their nuptials last week.
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August Schlagenhaft
Schlagenhaft Farm
Stratford
Karl Schlagenbaut
Marshfield
Schlagenhaft
City Board of Review Meets to Equalize Assessments
The city hall hosts the board of review at 9 o'clock Monday morning June 29 to equalize real and personal property assessments. Owners and others may appear, and important changes may be made.
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Board of Review
The Summer Waist Problem Solved by Leading Designers
A variety of delightful waist styles offers pleasing selection at any price. Describes that waists are made by top designers, ensuring excellent fit and no laundering needed for wear.
Women's Mousquetaire Silk Gloves Special Offer
Women's silk Mousquetaire gloves in 16 inch length offered at 98 cents per pair with extra quality finish in black white and other colors. Also available double tipped finger Mousquetaire gloves in black white and brown at a special price around 1.75 with lower listed totals.
New Parasol Styles For Women On Sale
Womens fine silk parasols in white and colored with embroidery and insertion trim. Plain white linens feature delicate embroidery and med edges. Exceptional values listed at 8c 1.25 1.50 1.75 1.98 2.50 3.00 and 3.45.
The New Ribbons in Striped Silk Sash Designs
Wide striped silk sash ribbons are featured with varied effects including New Roman and Persian stripes checks and plaids. Colors run browns blues black and white in 3 to 5 inch widths. Prices read yd 19e to The
Meeting of Foresters Social and Parade Anniversary
A large gathering marks the twenty fifth anniversary of the Catholic Order of Foresters at the local O F hall with delegations from Ste vens Point Montello Junction City Auburndale Stratford Neillsville Colby and Medford. State and local officers participate including J A Kuypers J W Dannegan and Gustave Keller. A banquet and class of 25 candidates follow. Also noted is a political update that William Jennings Bryan is expected to be nominated at the Denver Democratic convention on July 7 with 788 delegates pledged.
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Order of Foresters
Grand, Rapids
Nekoosa
Frank Pomsinville
J. R. Ragan
Stevens Point
Montello
Junction City
Auburndale
Stratford
Neillsville
Colby
Medford
John A. Kuypers
DePere
J. W. Dannegan
Gustave Keller
Appleton
St. John’s
William Jenning Bryan
Denver
Nebraska
Severe storm sweeps central region causing major damage
A late Monday storm brought heavy rain and strong winds across the central area. Northwestern passengers near Neshkora saw several large oak trees topple along the Fond du Lac line while Antigo endured severe destruction including a demolished grain elevator, a blown off depot roof, and damaged smaller structures with injuries reported.
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Th S
Fond du Lac
Neshkora
Antigo
Cows Fight at Miskayile Claim Farm Losses
John Hanson, a farmer near Millesville, found two of his best cows dead on his property. The cattle appeared to have fought, horns locked and bodies badly damaged, suggesting eight other animals may have died in the incident.
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John Hanson
Millesville
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Board of Public Works
Duchess
D. D. Carlton and
Cras
A. Gardner
Guernsey
Aug. Schlagenhaft
Agnes Diem
Ernest Rapp
Fr. Volz
Mr. Rapp
Theresa Leinwander
John Marx
Volz
Marshfeld and
Emma Deering
Otto Longpap
L. Th. Thom
John Longpap
Rose Bros
Mosquetaire
Meeting OF Foresters
Bryan
Miskayile
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