Death Ends Suffering in Chicago After Six Months Illness
Fred Beckman of Clarno died in Augustana hospital Chicago at 8 this morning after six months of blood poisoning following an appendectomy. The funeral is expected at noon tomorrow when his body returns home. He leaves a wife two small children and parents. He served as town treasurer and was beloved in the community.
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Fred Beckman
Clarno
Augustanna Hospital
Chicago
Wm. Beckman
Chicago Hospital
H Ttie Pondow
Beckman
Eyed Grunert
Carl Walstrand
Moline
Ill
Paul M. Schroeder
Little Girl Hurt By Horse On City Square
A seven year old girl, daughter of Joe Trickle, was knocked down by a frightened horse near the square Saturday afternoon. She suffered a scalp wound and bruises but escaped broken bones and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Carson Grinnell, driving the single horse, whipped the animal after it spooked at a merry go round, causing the accident. the wheels narrowly missed the child. The parents are currently in North Dakota.
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Joe Trickle
Carson Grinnell
North Dakota
Returns of Assessor Show Slight Gain Over Last Year
Total assessed value 2 135 455 with personal property 1 110 145 and real estate 2 025 310. Citywide valuation rises to 88 135 455, up 326 000 from last year as real estate increases offset minor drop in personal property. Notable items include 361 horses 29 620 230 cattle 7 565 43 wagons 14 720 89 pianos 20 300 and 425 watches. Merchants stocks 280 890 money and other personal property 262 065. electric light and gas franchises 23 000. Seven mules valued at 585.
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Board of Review
Thelectric Light Anc Ras
Hughes as Taft running mate favored by administration
Washington reports administration officials say Charles E. Hughes may accept a second spot on the Republican ticket headed by Taft. Hughes currently seeks the presidential nomination and enjoys broad public support in New York and influence from financial interests.
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Washington, D. C
Chas. i. Hughes
New York
Taft
Hughes
Old Soldier Dead Henry Tuller Obituary
Henry Tuller longtime resident of the city died at 3 30 a m Saturday at 520 West Monroe street after a two week illness. Born November 15 1838 in Uler New York he married Elizabeth Monroe in 1846 and she survives him along with seven children Jennie Walla Walla Willie Evans Gertrude Prescott Albert Lizzie Greeley Charles and Clarence Tellar. Funeral is Tuesday at 2 p m with Rev E C Dixon officiating.
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Henry Tuller
West Monroe Street
Mr. Tuller
Uler
N. Y
Elizabeth Monroe
New York Heavy Artillery
Jennie
Walla Walla
Wash
Willie
Evans
Gertrude
Prescott
Albert
Montana
Lizzie
Greeley
Charles B
Clarence Tellar
Colorado
E. C. Dixon
Wisconsin State Fair Opens with Vast Improvements
The Milwaukee state fair grounds showcase a mammoth cattle barn for 800 head, a striking educational building housing the fish exhibit, a new sheep judging pavilion, expanded dining facilities, repainted structures, and an enlarged grandstand. The fair runs Monday September 9 through Friday September 13.
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Milwaukee
Wisconsin
State Fish Commission
Salary raise offered to Rev. E. C. Dixon at church
Rev. E. C. Dixon, four and a half years pastor of the M E church, is offered a $200 raise for next year if he stays. He had been invited to Chippewa Falls for the conference year and had written a favorable note. The quarterly conference approved the raise, and the church members, without prompting him, gave notice of the increase. Dixon leaves in two weeks to attend the annual conference.
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EC. Dixon
M. E. Church
Dixon
Chippewa Falls
For Rent My Residence Rochester Ad
Furnished or unfurnished residence for rent. Parties without children preferred. Address J H Eaton general delivery Rochester New York.
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J. H. Eaton
General Delivery
Rochester
N, Y
Man 55 Injured In Saloon Door Incident
George Reddinger, 55, hospitalized with a broken leg after a fall at A Misteli saloon on South Jackson Street. He claims he was thrown out by bartender Matt Hefty. the proprietor’s stepson disputes his involvement and says Reddinger left after being warned. Reddinger has hired attorney J D Dunwiddie to pursue damages.
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George Reddinger
Loofbouren Hospital
A. Mistell
South Jackson Street
Reddinger
J. D. Dunwiddie
Matt Hefty
A. Misteli
Readinger
Jordan
Fre Stalcup
Theity
State Good Roads Convention Showcases Macadam Road Build
At Milwaukee on September 12 the State Geological Survey will construct a modern macadam road on the grounds using top road machinery. Expert operators will supervise stone crushing and live demonstrations to explain road building. John M. Stahl, president of the Farmers National Congress, plans to attend and participate, highlighting farmer support for improved roads and state pride in infrastructure.
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Milwaukee
State Geological Survey
John M. Stahl
Farmers National Congress
Farms for Sale in Monroe Wisconsin
A local dealer advertises various farms for sale at reasonable prices in Monroe Wisconsin. The listing by Wm Harper notes multiple sizes and opportunities for buyers seeking agricultural property in the area.
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Harper
Monroe
Wis
Land sales advertising by Jno J Wescott
An advertisement for active handling of farm or property sales by Jno J Wescott. It promotes the business as headquarters for selling land and urges readers to take The Times to get all the news.
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Jno
J. Wescott
Times
Singular Runaway Team Baffles Town Despite Near-Rolling Chaos
A team owned by John Fuchs hitched to a lumber wagon broke a strap near a cement hitching block and led a long circuit through the square and to the fair grounds. One horse fell near East Russell street but was dragged to safety. no injuries or damage beyond a bruised knee. The cream-colored pair, purchased in Chicago by David Roderick, remained calm and were stopped after a spirited spin with no crashes.
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John Fuchs
Galusha
East
Russell Street
David Roderick
Chicago
Mr. Fuchs
Carnival receipts show modest profit for Monroe men
The Monroe Business Men's association carnival ran at heavy cost with total expenses near $1,000 for music lights attractions and advertising. Week's receipts 576 with half to the association and half to players. Three shows led in business while most payments went to local residents.
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Monroe Business Men's Association
Society Circus
Business Men’s Association
Peru
Bert Hoss
Hoss
Bangor
Sterling
Chicago
Weather forecast for Chicago shows showers and variable winds
Official forecast for Chicago on August 26 predicts fair weather tonight with showers in the west portion. Tomorrow Tuesday expects more showers and variable winds turning to a fresh southwest breeze.
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Chicago
Residence Dressmaking Rooms to Close This Month
After this month Mrs Emma Booth will close her dressmaking rooms at her residence and continue residence dress making cutting and fitting engagements can be made now phone 205 residence 509 East Payne street.
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Emma Booth
Erest Payne Street
Cement walks by A. M. McCulley advertised
A. M. McCulley is hired to construct cement walks with a promise of first class work and many satisfied customers. For quotes evenings phone 414 or call Monroe Planing Mill office.
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A. M. McCulley
Cal Monroe Planing Mill
Cedar posts arrive at Planing Mill Co
A carload of fine cedar posts arrived at Planing Mill Co. and were offered for sale to local builders. The delivery highlights a steady supply of cedar timbers and the mill's readiness to meet demand for fencing and construction projects.
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Planing Mill Co
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