09 Jul 1915
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Newspaper
Odanah Star
Location
Odanah, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1915
Page
1
A village celebration held last Monday drew a large audience with Rev. J. W. Halliday delivering an ovation and Frank Hook reading the Declaration of Independence. Events included numerous races, a boat race, log rolling, and a baseball exhibition. a horse-race accident injured Ed Walker but no deaths occurred.
Sister McCarrin departed for the summer school in Eau Claire Wisconsin last week. After completing the program she will spend several weeks at the Convent in LaCrosse before returning here.
Round trip tickets on sale daily from March 1st to Nov 30th to San Francisco Los Angeles and San Diego California. Four fast exposition trains daily offering The Best of Everything enroute with favorable stopovers and liberal return limits. Apply to ticket agents Chicago and North Western Ry.
A sterling silver vanity case has disappeared. Return to Dr. H. A. Sincock for a reward.
Circular from the Department of the Interior announces a Returned Students Conference in San Francisco at the New Civic Center on August 14. The tentative program lists speakers including Rev Sherman Coolidge Gen R H Pratt Arthur C Parker and Cato Sells with alumni reports and a heart to heart session led by Chas Dagenette Carlisle Class of 1891. Participants from various Indian schools and communities are invited to voice opinions on Indian needs and assist in making the session dynamic.
Article describes the Lac Court Oreilles reservation in northwestern Wisconsin with its 69 136 acres and about 1200 Chippewas. It notes a pagan cemetery at Reserve village with fifty five graves in six rows, a Chippewa dance circle, and relics in the Wisconsin Archaeologist and state museum.
Attorney D. B. Henderson of Washington reports a petition circulating to have the Interior Secretary approve the enrollment list used for distribution of funds. He aims to expedite enrollment before the Secretary while avoiding delays that could depress timber sale value on the reservation. Henderson travels to Washington to present the enrollment matter on behalf of his clients.
The notice states liquor interests mobilize district wide to oppose Prohibition and protect saloons. Citizens view saloons as a public welfare menace while a still investigation into Ashland saloons proceeds amid claims of treaty law loopholes.
Investigators say they are leaving no stone unturned and that a new development will soon emerge with a loud report, signaling potential major action or disclosure.
J. O. Starr purchased the half interest of partner A. G. Starr and is now sole owner of the Starr and Starr business in the Scott Billard Hall. The soft drink department, previously closed on Sundays, is now allowed to operate on Sundays under the new ownership.
Assistant Attorney General James A. Greene arrived in L Anse to examine charges by Clarence T. Johnson that several citizens and officials furnished liquor to Indians to sway votes in the spring election. He heard both sides, plans to report findings to Governor Ferris and Attorney General Fellows, and warned that saloon closure may follow under treaty laws.
The Lady Bees hosted a dance at the M. W. A. Hall last Monday evening achieving high social success and solid profits for their cause.
A small blaze started last Tuesday morning at the Grant barber shop but was quickly discovered and halted by prompt action. Apart from the electrical wiring incident from which it is believed to have originated, no damage occurred.
Frank Weston will relocate with his family to Duluth Minnesota where he has bought a grocery business. A long-time village resident and former sawyer at Stearns mill and yard watchman, he leaves behind many friends who wish him success. A large Dagiaah crowd attended the Royal Theatre Ashland show Everywomen last Sunday.
U S Deputy Marshal arrived in the village and seized a large batch of offenders for introducing liquor on the reservation. They were sent to Superior for trial next Tuesday. Names include Pat Lagrew Sam Roy Leo Olson Frank Sharlow and others. Attorney Frank Lamorieux will defend several accused.
A meeting of all interested parties in the Co Operative Store move is set for next Tuesday evening at the council hall to form organize and select a building committee. Promoters express enthusiasm and expect a handsome start with fall operations.
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