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Newspaper

Monroe Weekly Times

Location

Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1899

Page

5

Death Comes To An Old Citizen In Albany

John Lammell a prominent Albany resident and former postmaster, county clerk, and merchant, died Monday morning after a long illness. Born near Strassburg in 183? he served in the Fifth Wisconsin Volunteers and Meade’s Army, later returning to Albany to run a mercantile tailor business with his son. He was highly respected in the community.

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CROP CONDITIONS IN THE STATE THIS WEEK

The week was cooler overall with many areas under 60 degrees. Severe local storms brought high winds heavy rains and hail causing some crop damage in low lands while tornadoes near St Croix Polk and Barron counties did little crops but hurt property and lives. Continuous rains slowed corn cultivation, but winter wheat rye oat and barley show strong growth and pastures are excellent with rust appearing in some areas.

St. Croix Polk Barron

Catholic Summer School Opens In Madison July 12

The fifth annual Catholic Summer School will meet at Madison from July 12 to August 3. The program features familiar and new performers, with lectures appealing to both Protestants and Catholics. Activities include recreation and entertainment, including Wisconsin Day with railroad specials. Prof. J. A. Wartigan of St Paul Minnesota will oversee and provide information.

Amu Snonner Schoo Madta Wisconsin Lin Madisoni Anil Vistora J. A. Wartigan St. Paul Mim

Relief committee formed for tornado victims in Wisconsin

Gov Scofield and Wisconsin leaders convened to aid storm sufferers after the New Richmond tornado. A relief committee of state representatives was created to collect and distribute funds, with members including Leslie Williams of Chippewa Falls and O W Mosher of New Richmond.

Gov. Scofield New Richmond Wisconsin Milwaukee St. Paul Scofield Leslie Williams Chippewa Falls Inuibermmn W. Mosher A. E B. Jefferson First National Bank Hedson H. Ingram Ian Glaire Dumberman Col We Ol Boyla

Claiming Title to Large Welsh Estate Reunites Benbow Heirs

Rev. J. H. Berkey returned from Munice Indiana where the Benbow family heirs held their second annual reunion. Nearly 400 family members attended, with a plan to place estate title records in London attorneys for examination. The family, largely Quakers, traces back to three Welsh brothers who settled in America and scattered across the states.

J. H. Berkey Munice Ind Benbow Wales Barkey Mumber Cstate Berkey America Zo Alway London Rev. Berkey Tennion Union Brethrs Ametica

Boy Falls Into Mineral Hole In Jordan Field

Mas Scharer, six years old and son of Ferdinand Scharer, farmer of Jordan, tumbled twenty five feet into a mineral hole Monday afternoon. He was rescued by tying a rope around his waist and pulling him out. he suffered a gash above the right eye and bruises but is believed to have escaped serious injury.

Ray. A Bechtolt Lad Ferdinand Scharer Mas Scharer Avory Witter Viter Rhrete

People's Drug Store Closes After Short Run

The People's Drug Store on the north side of the square, opened by Dettler and Butterfield, has closed. The proprietors will auction remaining stock and fixtures as the business failed to pay from the start. Mr. Dettler left today for Springfield where he takes a pharmacist position.

People’s Drug Store Dettler & Butterfield My. Dattlett Spring Groom

Good Night for Cream at the Munroe Military Band

A large crowd gathered on Blakely lawn Monday evening to enjoy the Munroe Military Band and Goldberger's new destra. The audience praised the musicians as receipts reached 22.94 dollars with profits earmarked for band uniforms.

Blakely Lawn Munroe Goldberger

Brother of Wim Hinchliff Dies in Runaway Accident

Chas. Hinchliff traveled to Burlington Wisconsin to attend the funeral of his brother Wim Hinchliff who died yesterday from injuries after a buggy runaway. He was 28, leaving a wife as survivor.

Chas. Hinchliff Burlington Wia Wim Hinchllif Tunaway Te Waa Hin

Toland Responds To Offer And Local Events

A telegram from J J Toland shows negotiations for a Toland business lease at 800 to 890 yearly on five shares, while committee plans reply. Also noted is a Bethel church event on July Fourth with a gathering at U S campground featuring speakers Dr BW Dyers of Monroe and Rev S Brooking, plus family activities and swings in the grove.

Toland Wnivyavyity J. J. Toland Talladay Syndicat Wluck Rowdslutryg Daily Times Bethel Church U. S Dyers Monroe Us Wells Costin

Gifts of Money for the Needy in New Richmond

City relief efforts for New Richmond rise toward eight hundred dollars with two hundredplus collected. Banks report several subscriptions including First National Bank and Citizens Bank totaling hundreds, while solicitors continue collecting. Mayor Douglas acknowledges community support and notes many small gifts accumulate toward the goal. women contributors will be listed.

Richmond Alioa Treat Geo. W. Case Emul Douglas Monror Dousgall Ridioh Athe Lam Yang Dow

Darktown Fire Brigade Plans Fourth of July Stunt

A chaotic notice from Darktown Virginia announces Capt. O'Connor will lead a spectacle with large followers to set fire to two cabins along the river then rescue the “colored” inhabitants. The plan involves wrestling Sheriff Appleby and deputies, drawing crowds at great expense amid church objections.

C.D. Child Dangsville Capt. O'Connor Darktown Virginia O'Connor Appleby Gee

Monroe Telephone Company Formed with Franchise Approved

The Monroe Telephone Company received council approval for its franchise on Tuesday, with all stock subscribed and Bills & Worttam promoting the venture present. Johns & Watter of St. Paul will begin construction in 10 to 15 days, employing about 25 workers to serve roughly 200 initial subscribers and to control Monticello, New Ghirns and Blanchardville lines.

Monroe Telephone Company Vonue Bills & Worttam Coucil Johns & Watter St. Paul Ladger State Monticello New Ghirns Blanchardville

University Week Of Commencement Plans Detailed

The University of Wisconsin hosts commencement week with large senior activities, alumnae events, and a class reunion. Miss Franeca M. Staver and Stephen C. Bruntz of this city are among the graduates. ceremonies include baccalaureate by President Charles Kendall Adams, class day, ivy and tombstone exercises, and an alumni dinner with speeches by Willam Vilas, John Brink, and others.

University of Wisconsin Mailigon Charles Kendall Adams Edward P. Vilas Library Hall College of Pharmacy North Hall Stephen (. Stuntz Fuller Opura House Almuni Tnnett Ab Dam Arinory Charles Kendall Aslam Misa Trav Mary Staver Stephen Vonard Stuntz

Dog tag license adopted by city council

City council approves a dog tax ordinance setting a one dollar tax on males and two dollars on females, with penalties for untagged dogs and authority to kill violators. The measure aims to curb dogs at large and requires publication before becoming law, amid public protest from farmers and dog owners.

Madison Ald. Hodges Ald Gorlam Ald. Gorham Wen Hyn Tewagen Monroe Telephone Company Comnuton

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