Man Killed on Northwestern Line at Vesper
Emil Baker a grading hand on the Northwestern line between Arpin and Vesper was killed instantly one mile from Vesper when struck by an east bound Nekoosa branch train. Engineer Pat Lyons sounded danger signals but Baker did not move. a Grand Rapids inquest returned accidental death verdict. Baker, about forty, left a meager estate and alcohol suspicion looms. Interment was in Grand Rapids. the article notes poor conditions and limited eastern service affecting Westward connections.
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Emil Baker
Northwestern
Arpin
Vesper
Nekoosa
Pat Lyons
Baker
Grand Rapids
Green la Whee
Railway progress on Marshfield Princeton line slowed by grading delays
Work on the Marshfield to Princeton division of the Northwestern between here and Grand Rapids has stalled due to grading setbacks. Track laying near Arpin advances slowly as beds are not yet prepared, while the Wisconsin river bridge at Grand Rapids nears completion and depot structures in the county seat rise.
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Marshfield- Princeton
Northwestern
Here
Grand Rapids
Aoint
Arpin
Wisconsin River
Andearesbine
Almond and
Barcroft
Circuit Court Next Week in Wood County Grand Rapids
The October term of the Wood County circuit court convenes in Grand Rapids on Monday of week 5. A calendar includes seven criminal and thirty-three civil cases. Criminals include assault cases against Thomas Laoning and John Kenneds and burglary with Nicholas Cogn. Civil matters feature John Rothenberger v Schnidt, Lymen Lumbar Co. HH McMullen, and W.H. Budge v Clapper. All local jurors are expected to attend.
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Circuit Court
Wood County
Grand Rapids
Thomas Laoning
John Kenneds Forassautt
Smith and War
Nicholas Cogn
John Rothenberger
Schnidt
Lymen Lumbar Co
HH. McMullen
W.H. Budge
Tichael JR
John Blotugy
Lands rise in value prompt buyers in Wisconsin region
Pamphlet notes Lands selling at ten dollars more per acre now rise fast in price. Farmers urged to buy land for own use immediately or pay double later. A. Gallet of Marshfield reports influx of settlers and rapid land purchases around Marshfield area as investors seek farming property. Nearby notices cover a marriage, theft relic recovered, and a wrestling match slated for the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peters
Tedla
Phillips Bee
A. Gallet
Marshfield
Johan FP. Mwme Land Agency
Farmie World
Clinton Times
Miss Kearney Lecture at Presbyterian Church
Belle Kearney of Georgia will deliver an enjoyable talk at the Presbyterian church in Marshfield on Wednesday October 7. She is regarded as one of the most charming speakers among the many ladies who have lectured here. Admission is nominal and a collection will be taken.
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Anderson Ws
Galena
Galena Hotel
Anderson
Berthe Rae
Elis A. Mererill
Stevens Point
Benjamin Elvis
Ites
Clinton Avenue
Belle Kearney
Georgia
Presbyterian
Marshfield
Miss Kearney
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E.f.mechler
Marsifield
J. Hammel & CO
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ceeLeo
Froelich, Manag Hig
Watson
Clever Pele
Parners’ Institute
Jittsville
Onema
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Ilarry Balne
Onema Ang
Princeton
G. A. Warsinske
Central Avenue
Tededmone
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Joux Raat
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Ms. Wacner
J. E. Ebert
California Wine House
Elvis Merrill
John O'Connor
Fi National Bank
Ang. Bruch
Henry Meyers
Lewitt
Brit
Sullivan, Wig
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Ninage
Eliza Schilling
Tessie Wing
William and
Charles Schilling
Concordia
Missouri
Schilling
Opera House
Beell
Moth
Beeli Tng
Dhazn
Math
Marshield
Otto W. Eckhoff
Shin
J.W. Bird
Kahn, Green & Berger
Dearborn Seco
Cideano
Megvacep
The
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Marshfield Brewing Company
Marshfield Brewing Co
Henry Horn
A .Kleinheinz
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