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Newspaper
Monroe Weekly Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1900
Page
5
Wisconsin residents report receiving tearful appeals from Spain claiming a hidden hoard and a French exile's daughter need aid. The letters promise large rewards for funding and cite a Swiss, English bank, and a Madrid chaplain Don Jose Garcia, as the contact point.
A marriage license was issued in Dinesville to Charles A. Harrison of Argyle and Myrtle Mackey of Milton Township. Judge D F Thiwiddie left Richland Center for court, detained by a relative’s illness. Changes to encampment dates due to Milwaukee carnival. West Superior event moved up by one week. Mrs Catharine Schindler is seriously ill at East Farmer Street residence. her condition has worsened recently and her age reduces recovery chances.
Quaker Silverware Co offers a limited time promotion giving free sterling silver plated sugar shells to every married woman who writes for one. Letters must state it is her first request and include a full address. The offer aims to spread sample ware nationwide and excludes mass mailings.
Republicans in Wise county elect delegates to the Republican convention at the Davidson theater on April 25. Four at large delegates to the national convention in Philadelphia are predicted as J. B. Treat, J. H. Stont, August Liedtke, and Tom Stephenson.
Reun county candidates at the late election appear to have forgotten the law requiring filings of election expense statements within thirty days after the election. Not one candidate has been tied in the register of deeds office by the time of this report. Those who neglect to file face penalties under the act.
Royal Arcanum members at Port severner council anticipate growth as the new Pluto degree debuts replacing the oriental rite. Nine current password holders seek new applicants, with four more membership applications received and many more expected to join the council’s expanding ranks.
The Wisconsin state tax commission will issue a new field book of instructions for assessors and boards of review this week. The document offers guidance to comply with laws and highlights a few provisions that have not been consistently observed in the past. Copies will go to county clerks and then to assessors, with Madison distributing to those who request them.
A local seller offers trees for sale this spring including fruiting varieties. The message notes a county agent connected with renowned horticulture efforts and mentions careful care to prevent blighting of pear trees.
Weather bureau reports a forecast for Wisconsin with showers on Monday and warmer conditions in the eastern portion. The pattern shows cooler air moving in from the northwest and variable conditions across regions as the day progresses. Localities should plan for unsettled skies and light rainfall in eastern areas.
Fire destroyed the high school building in Shullsbrr Sunday morning leaving only walls, with stove high and brick debris. Contents, including beds and personal property, were burned, and reports mention a Darkinith Accountey and city Dardhers debating the barber tieh disease claim amid town chatter.
Greenwood cemetery expands with three extra acres and seven corner lots after a recent platting. Surveying will begin when ground dries, with lots opening for sale promptly. Committee members Marein Maine and Gottlieb Beller oversee the work to create a ready, attractive addition.
About seventeen couples attended the hop at the armory Friday evening with dancing ongoing until ydlauk. Present were Ruth Woodle May Ludlow Birdie Crane Pearl Wood Mozelle Gans Kittie Craige Lon Esterly Katie Schiesser Frances Gapen Kittie Straweer Tessa Stearns Edna Bolander Elizabeth Buchler Blanch Clark Marion McLean Marie Durst Nellie Otter Thea Miter and Messrs Ben Polloule Harvey Clawson Chick Gapen Henry Buehler C B Kohl M M Van Horn Chas Dolender Chas Ludlow Fanl Wright Jon Byers John German Bart Miller 11 1. Donaldson Rollin Austin Tom McPhillips Bert Bridge Frank Varnes Jesse Gapen J. G. Randall.
At the quarterly meeting the society decided to solicit funds rather than borrow. Life membership tickets will act as stock and fund the $1,000 to $1,500 project cost. A committee led by Willis Tudlow, A. G. Dodge and W. W. Hodges will canvass supporters with a gathering set for April 27 at the courthouse.
One painted letter remains in the Monroe Wisconsin post office for the week ending Marelist 1900. Names include Bordner Alva Downs Tot Stooddy Haonortan Kinnestine Violat Mia Elisa Stugman Bessie Ward Al fred Whitford Rosa Nenischawnder. Advertisers and others calling for the above will note the date of publication O A Boorg My
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