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Newspaper

Monroe Weekly Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1899

Page

5

Two Year Old Die After Texas Trip

Mr and Mrs John J Wescott returned from Port Arthur Texas with the body of Cinul W their two year old daughter The child, frail and delicate, could not endure the climate change The grandparent Mrs Blakely heard the telegram and recalled the nickname Little Tinker The family faced sorrow as the child died away from Crystal Springs Mississippi and the journey involved anxious depot orders and comforting words

John J. Wescott Port Arthur Texas Port Artuhur Cinul Gatobey

Good Show by Young Bros Uncle Tom’s Cabin at Wellsoppers

A crowded house praised the Young Bros troupe with universal approval. Little Eva impressed as the juvenile star, Uncle Tom moved audiences with emotional portrayal, and Lawyer Marks earned esteem. Moving pictures were good but unreliable due to defective apparatus.

Young Bros Uncle Tom's Cabin Wellaopers House Eva Uncle Tom Topsy Miss Ophelia

London War News Report From Modder River Engagements

A dispatch from Pigtermaritz reports Buller and Cleary entering Bulysmith and capturing 10,000 voers. An official war report received cites killed, wounded, and missing in engagements Sunday and Monday north of the Modder River. Casualties are given for the British infantry and Highland units at Magretein.

London Pigtermaritz Pittsbur Anus Thibens Buller Cleary Bulysmith Modder River Mageratein

Portnight club forms for young married couples

The Fortnight Club, a club for young married couples, opens its season with a gathering at Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Hoad home. Members enjoyed an entertaining evening with a discussion game and refreshments. Mrs. Emery A. Odell is to entertain between Christmas and New Years

Chia J. C. Hoad WJ. Mauaiuz W. B. James Emery A. Odell

Janesville Man Tries Ro vel Remedy For A Fit

Janesville resident Frank Corwin attempted a home remedy during a fit at home. He fired a shot at his wife as she slept, the bullet missing and injuring nothing. Corwin now faces serious nervous and legal concerns, claiming the shot was meant to wake or cure.

Frank Corwin Janesville

Mayors Convene for Third Wisconsin Municipalities League

Wisconsin mayors and aldermen gather for the third biennial Wisconsin Municipalities League convention in Crong, with opening session at Wells Opera House and Friday sessions at Lorena and the county courthouse. Prominent officials from Janesville Waterloo Mineral Point and Milwaukee outline programs on municipal law, debt, taxation, and city planning.

Boscobel Opera House Douglas Cas Young Chas. Gall Ball Lethe Clemmer Tlarmonie Glee Clib

Capture by Hayes Soldiers at Manila and surrounding detachments

A fragmented report notes Hayes soldiers capturing key positions in Manila. Details are unclear with unreliable names and places. The incident references a burdened detachment and a struggle that affected nearby units in the region.

Hayes Manila Dus U.A Los Ia Vitornia Binenahate

Nebraska Senator Appointed to Fill Senate Vacancy

Lincoln Nebraska December 15 Cray Poynter appointed ex Senator Allen to fill the United States Senate vacancy caused by the death of Senator elvel Taywara.

Sportal Teton Lincoln, Neb Cray Poynter Allen United States Senate Elvel Taywara

British General Killed in Action in London War Report

British General Wauchope was killed in action Monday as Gen Methuen wires London that General Methuen confirms the loss amid London war news. The report notes General Wauchope’s death in the ongoing conflict in London.

London Methuen Wauchope

Inspector flags dangerous high school building and fire escape need

An inspector urged the school board to address the hazardous three story high high school building with a basement and only one exit. He warned smoke could trap pupils and advised erecting a west side fire escape at the building to prevent accidents while noting required safety by two story limits.

Hirai J. Polley Wisconsin Irean of Auidlins Colin W. Wright Palloy Hagarilong

Revenue Stamp Cuts Ordered by Internal Revenue

Deputy Collector Rob A Lbter announces a new ruling to cancel revenue stamps above ten cents on documents. Three incisions must be made before affixing stamps to prevent reuse, and stamps must also be canceled in the usual manner.

Internal Revenue Rob. A. Lbter Thin City

Eastern Star Officers Elect At St Omar Chapter

St Omar Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star elected officers on Monday with Worthy Matron Mrs Nellie Dodge Worthy Patron A S Douglas Associate Matron Mrs W Wright Conductress Miss Helen Douglas Associate Conductress Miss Tess Shuang Miss Elsie Smith Trustee for three years Mrs May Pietsch Remaining officers to be appointed and installed Friday evening December.

St. Omar Order of the Eastern Star Eye Nellie Dodge A. 5 Douglas W. Wright Helen Douglas Tess Shuang Elsie Smith Geo. Churchill May Pietsch Dee

Tolands University mid-winter term report and honors

The fragment notes Tolands Business University at Monroe Wisconsin, praising the high standing of the Noland Universities and the achievements of graduates in securing work. It mentions business methods, growth to a national scale, and requests for more information about courses and general leadership. The text is garbled with numerous misspellings and unclear names.

Tolands Business Univigs Monroe Crosse Eire Winson Wis Mina Worl United States Speendl Say Tis Srhons Shombladie Ceneral Liew Tatlands Universitins Terkrogen

Masonic officers elected at Palestine Chapter meeting

In the Realm of the Goat Palestine Chapter No 1 elected officers at a Mason ball. Officers include High Priest H G Van Winger King W W Cuadwiel Scribe H C Kelly Treasurer N Z Trent Secretary Andrew Levis Captain of Host J C Penn Principal Sojourner Frank Shriner Royal Arch Captain J Streil Master Workman George Meythaler Overseer Alberk Zilmner Recorder A I Lichtenwalter Treasurer M Oe Davreh Trustees 3 years C A Bunty Representative Corson Alternate S B Schadel Medical Examiner Dr W G Mon. Officers will be installed Wednesday evening October 27. Forest City Lodge Wood A O U held a meeting naming Master Workman Durst Foraman George Meythaler Overseer Alberk Zilmner Recorder A I Lichtenwalter Treasurer M Oe Davreh Trustee 3 years C A Bunty Representative Corson Alternate S B Schadel Medical Examiner Dr W G Mon.

Palestine Droyal Aceliy Masons H. G van Winger King W. W. Cuadwiel Suribe H. C. Kelly N. Z. Trent Andrew Levis J. C. Penn Frank Shriner Royal Arch J. Streil T. W.W. HK. James H. Weber John Bolender Sentinel S. R. Pollock P. W. Puitur Sehadel Medical Fqeminer Dr. W Mon Yor

Insane Ex Justice Lyons Intervenes in State Penitentiary Case

Fragmented OCR text references an ex justice Lyons and a state hospital investigation. Mentions hearings, permissions, and various individuals, with unclear roles. The readable portions hint at legal actions, medical facilities, and possible parole or custody questions within Wisconsin.

Lyons OrbRoshad Tanites Wattseshit

Notice to Jordan Taxpayers A Missing Clear Heading

Notice to Jordan taxpayers outlines tax payment timelines and district warnings. The fragment cites treasurer duties and upcoming deadlines, urging prompt attention to avoid penalties while mentioning local governance. No exact dates or names beyond Jordan appear clearly.

Recoveries Stolen Horse In Primrose Town

Louis Freeman, a firmer in Primrose, Dani county, had a horse stolen about three years ago. The thief allegedly sold the horse to Chas. Strawees Cop Sr, who then attempted a sale to Monroe Heise. A settlement followed, with Wells and others involved but the horse remains unreturned.

Louis Freeman Primrose Dani Hume Strawees Cop Monroe Heise Nobautt Tian

Fire Escape Plans At Local High School

Board meeting discussed installation of a fire escape at the high school complex. Officials debated costs while considering safety upgrades for ten grade buildings. A vote regarding construction funds and protective measures was recorded as part of the night’s decisions.

Higheseloul Mks Tyche Shire Lugard Pls

Cherry Sisters Coming to Wells Opera House Today

The Cherry Sisters, famous for raucous and provocative acts, are booked to perform at Wells Opera House next month. Known for their coarse humor and heckler-proof resilience, they faced heavy taunts and even tossed vegetables at previous shows. Their roots trace to Marion, Indiana, with early tours in Chicago and Appalachia, and their manager once manipulated finances to pursue fame. Local curiosity grows about the sisters’ reception and potential delays before the audience.

Cherry Sisters Chant ‘Lawly Wells Opera House United Biales Chisago Pear Marion Het Ui

Justice Foils Plans of Sly Cupid in Swiss Marriage Scandal

A young man, claiming older age, secured judicial consent for marriage to Millie Enter. Court revoked the license after discovering misrepresented age and lack of guardian consent. The groom disappeared. invitations had promised a ceremony at Avhandl Mes residence with a minister awaiting.

Justice Sly Cupid Paul Water Millie Switerland Tile Beeker le World Ahandl Mes August Litwin Devatur John Wagner City Hotel

Woman's Club Social Brightens Year End Program

The Woman's Club held its December social to break the monotony of talks with recitations and songs. Mrs. Chas E Shriner led a committee that presented a lively program featuring Mrs. Chas Ball and a quartet plus soloists, followed by small tables and refreshments to conclude the evening.

Tiwice Wouim Lth Naval Sean Jack Io Pley Pan Gram Chas. E. Shriner Are Ram Chas. Ball Bertha L. Gardner Letha Clemner Ovee Wagneria Gardner Clemmer BR. C. Whitcowk Pete Woodle Mabel Guise Minnie Etter Sophia Soli Gravie Dunwiddie J. G Ran- Gall Shriner

Dyspepsia and remedies in early note fragment

The fragment references indigestion and stomach ailments with mentions of a Pepsi cure and failed medical attempts. It appears as a stray, poorly legible excerpt without a clear event, date, or identifiable individuals to anchor a cohesive news item. The readable bits suggest a personal testimony or advertisement style note about digestion remedies.

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