Affidavit Tangles Wisconsin Reservation Resignation Rumors
A Lac du Flambeau supervisor resigns amid allegations raised in affidavits. The sworn statements describe an incident on November 4 1913 at the reservation Indian office where a government agent allegedly struck a man and attempted to eject him from a room, sparking calls for scrutiny of treatment on the reservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sickers
Lac du Flambeau
Wisconsin
Stat
Sickles
Indian Money Payment Dispute In Ashland County
George Amons, a Lac du Flambeau Chippewa member, testifies on November 4 1913 about going to the Indian office for his monthly allowance. He describes a quarrel at the pay window and Henry Obizanigishig being pushed out and fleeing toward the jail. Affidavits were prepared by Antoine Denomie and contributed to Mr Sickles resigning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Obizanigishig
Lac du Flambeau
Henry
George Amons
Henry Obizanigishig
Launch Dixie party sails with five Misses aboard
A launch named Dixie completed its voyage yesterday with a party of five young ladies: Isabella Johnston, Francis Burge, Ruth Burge, Bess Buzard and Dora Cameron. The boat was led by Geo. Glaxier and Henry Johnston.
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Dixie
Isabella Johnston
Francis Burge
Ruth Burge
Bess Buzard
Dora Cameron
Geo. Glaxier
Henry Johnston
Odanah Drops Two To Park Falls In Close Inning Losses
The Odanah team lost 4 1 and 4 2 to Park Falls in two games, both decided in the eighth inning. Greeley started both games but was pulled in the later frames, with Frank Doolittle finishing in the opener and excelling in the second, showing sharp form as he returns to top pitching.
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Odanah
Park Falls
Greeley
Frank Doolittle
Doolittle
Frank
Local Man Injured Hoisting Oats in Barn
Al Lapointe of this village suffered a finger injury while hoisting oats in the company barn last Monday. He was taken to St Joseph hospital in Ashland where the wound was dressed. Doctors think his fingers may be saved.
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al. Lapointe
St. Joseph Hospital
Ashland
Sunday Beach Outing Draws Crowd at Lake Superior
A large Sunday crowd enjoyed an afternoon at Lake Superior beach. Excursions run by the Perhaps and the Sailor Boy boats, with plans for weekly Sunday trips thereafter.
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Lake Superior
Great Celebration in Odanah Draws Large Crowd
A Saturday town celebration in Odanah featured a parade led by the Odanah band, plus speaking and singing at Loyal Theatre by Mr. Frank Hook and Rev. Klein. Sports attracted many locals and visitors, with praise for orderly conduct and no drunken incidents observed.
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Odanah
Loyal Theatre
Frank Hook
Klein
Everest
Rodman
S. J. Stienstra
H. E. Halliday
Graft Debate on Menominee Reservation Sparks Public Letter
A reader questions graft claims on the Menominee reservation and criticizes an experimental mill project. The letter cites the tribe’s timber wealth, past logging profits, and government plans seen as misusing funds and jeopardizing tribal prosperity. It urges halting the mill and securing fair timber payments to Indians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menominee Reservation
Robert M. LaFollette
Towing Firm Claims Share of Raft Salvage
United States Marshal Pugh attached the raft of pulp wood tied to Lake Superior Towing Company after it was recovered from Lake Superior. The raft, valued at about $40 000 and owned by Wisconsin Pulp Wood Association, had $25 000 worth of logs saved. Owners offer 5000. towline seeks substantial additional compensation in court.
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United States
Marshal Pugh
Lake Superior Towing Company
Canada
Wisconsin Pulp Wood Association
Henry Wachsmuth
Body of North York farmer found after disappearance
Charles Lowrie, a North York farmer in Ashland county, disappeared around March 23. His body was found near his home, under a windfall, with items including $28.60 and a watch. no signs of violence were observed. Henry Davidson was brought in for questioning, with officials noting no evidence implicating him at this time.
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Charles Lowrie Farmer
North York
Ashland
Henry Davidson
Dormady
Lowrie
Davidson
Dermedy
Sollie
Kliensteiber
Stanley Smith
Scott to Erect Farm Buildings at Bitch Farm
Adam Scott Jr. awarded the contract for erecting a dwelling and barn on his farm at Bitch. Andrew Zuercher will commence construction immediately. Scott plans to move his family there as soon as building permits allow, with a large tract of land cleared for cultivation.
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Adam Scott, Jr
Bitch
Andrew Zuercher
Neill
Mr. Scott
National Indian Mouthpiece Seeks Reader Support
A reader letter urges disclosure of mill payments per thousand feet and questions where the funds go. The writer asks the editor to reveal if the money is tied to watered stock, auto stocks, or roads and pledges weekly submissions. The paper promises to defend Native American rights nationwide and solicit reservations to contribute.
Rabid Dog Dilemma in Odanah Sparks Call for Action
A letter from Dr H A Singack to the Indian Service in Odanah Wisconsin warns of a mad dog roaming town on the Fourth of July. He urges muzzles chaining or shooting and calls for community cooperation to control street dogs and prevent rabies. He asks residents to report suspicious dogs to farmers or himself.
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Henry Ashman
Odanah
Wisconsin
Dea
Juty
H. A. Singack
Sanborn Township crew repairs reservation roads
Sanborn Township has a crew of four teams working this week repairing the road from the reservation into Adhland. The stretch, long noted as very bad, will be improved this spring and farmers along the route will welcome the better condition and smoother travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanborn
Shland
Adhland
Partnership Dissolution Alters Odanah Concrete Firm
Henry Denomie announces the dissolution of the partnership with C EF Moprigga and his purchase of Morrison's interest in the Odanah Concrete Manufacturing Company. He will operate the business and continue to fill cement block orders promptly as before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Denomie
C. EF. Moprigga
Morrison
Odanah Concrete Manufacturing Company
Antoine Denomig Completes Repairs on State Street Home
Antoine Denomig Sr has completed repairs to his residence on State Street adding a new addition and porch while cement walks are laid around the yard. He recently finished the project, including the porch and walkway work surrounding the home, enhancing the property.
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Antoine Denomig, Sr
State Street
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Supt
Sickels
Quang OU Flambeau Reservation
Iate
State of
Antoine Denomie
Mr. Sickles
Dixie Girls
Washburn
Lake
Odanah Concrete Mfg. Co
Henry Demomie
Charette
MéeDougal
Pat LaGrew
Jim Bachand
George House
Ray Sanderson
George Hashey
H. K. Allen
John Shaffer
Roland Varette
John Harte
Henry Halverson
Joe Goslin
Nina O’ Leary
Peterson-Carlson
Peterson
Warren Mooney
Carlson
Bergman
Augustus Bach
Isaac Stone
Ashmun
Neopit
BIG Raft
Pugh
Wm. Obern
Wis
Joseph Soullier
Bayfield
Ead
Sanitary
J. W. Harto
Department OF the Interior
United States'Indian Service
Odangh
Wisc
Sanborn Township
Condecor
Robert Buffalo
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