30 Jul 1915
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Newspaper
Odanah Star
Location
Odanah, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1915
Page
1
A. L. Doan urges farmers and gardeners to prepare for a fall fair in late September or early October. The plan covers exhibit entries for farm produce and Indian crafts, with rules on grain purity, potato selection, and livestock grooming to ensure a larger, better show than previous years.
Attorney Robert Kennedy, of Superior, Wisconsin, sought evidence in the William Masterson case. Kennedy secured new proof from Maggie Foster, an Indian girl, about liquor sales and an attempted assault. Judge Grieger ruled that an Indian girl remains protected by the government even if she leaves the reservation. The stay of ten days may affect Masterson's sentence and future liquor cases involving Native Americans.
H. S. Thrayer, a Washington D. C. inspector, conducts a week long tour of the reservation. He surveys farms sale of Indian lands, timber condition and road needs, and investigates reports against Superintendent A W Light of Hayward School. Agent P E Everest assists in the inspection and report.
Wm Lapoigt installs a 600 gallon power tank before his confectionery shop labeled Bills where motorists can drive up to refuel. The move promises instant power for automobiles, turning the location into a roadside loading point.
George Plant held a dancing party at the M. W. A. hall last Friday with invitations issued. An enjoyable time was reported by all in attendance and a lunch was served at midnight. Music was provided by Todd and Dolan of Ashland.
A council hall meeting reports a preliminary canvass showing about $50,000 subscribed toward a new co operative store in the village. Chairman C. E. Morrison leads efforts on by laws and organization papers as plans aim to begin operations this fall with shares at $10.09 each and limits on per person purchases.
Last Tuesday the newly organized Store Social Club met in the M W A hall. Decorations were praised and the event was for store clerks and their friends. Attendees reported an enjoyable evening.
Preparations for a large camp meeting on August 7 to 16 are under way. Rev. J.W. leads the program for the Indian camp meeting held west of the village, with plans reported to attract a record crowd.
This week Stearns Lumber Co. employs three men to lay cinder covering on streets. The current work exceeds their street repair contract, reflecting well on the firm and its workers. Citizens should appreciate their diligent effort and quality of work.
The note urges every farmer on the reservation to prepare exhibits for the fall fair. It emphasizes selecting thrifty crops and attending to encourage others to cultivate land and showcase natural resources to visitors and highlight progress toward a prosperous community.
A community appeals to the Interior Department to permit J. S. Stearns Lumber Co. to cut tribal timber this fall for winter production. They warn a closure would idle hundreds of workers, hurt the town economy, and urge urgent action to keep the mill running and forestry income flowing.
Odanah lost 6 to 3 to Mellen, dropping in the league standings. Quarders pitched well for Odanah until the seventh inning when a sequence of fielding errors allowed five unearned runs for Mellen. Mellen pitcher Doc Stanley held Odanah to seven hits while Odanah produced three two baggers off Stanley. The game ended with Mellen taking the lead in the decisive frame and Odanah’s slip costing the match.
A large Sunday crowd at Lake Superior enjoyed boating and bathing. The article notes 200 to 300 people are expected to picnic there on sunny days, with locals and visitors from Ashland and nearby towns making use of the beach.
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