31 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
Odanah Star
Location
Odanah, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
1
G. M. Canfield leads a government Theological Survey Corps crew testing Bad River to measure potential water power. A report is expected on the falls capacity to supply town power, with hopes the resource will benefit the village as timber wanes. The outcome and terms for local sharing remain undecided.
Dr Buckle and his sister, accompanied by the Misses Darke, spent last Tuesday afternoon at Lake Superior. They enjoyed the lake breeze and secured some very nice views at the mouth of Bad River.
A. Denomie employs a crew to raise a building on Bivey Street and lay a stone foundation. He intends to open a store in the completed structure.
Ashland candidate Walker Sanborn known as M. Walker Sanborn seeks Republican nomination for District Attorney in the county. A Wisconsin and Minnesota law graduate, he is praised as a young, upright, fearless lawyer ready to prosecute violations and deliver justice for taxpayers.
Congress passed the Indian Appropriation Bill with amendments attached for this reservation. The measure was reported from conference and sent to the President for signature expected before August 1. Delegates and the Indian department are credited for securing stronger, clearer legislation to advance the Indian interests.
A concise statement outlines a disciplined standard for handling affairs in the District Attorney's office, emphasizing a good conservative demeanor and steady professional conduct at all times.
Notice to the public that Mrs. Victoria Denomie has completed bath houses at the mouth of Bad River named Bethame baths. They are open to the public and she will serve lunch and hot coffee to visitors at the lakes on Sundays.
Workman digging for J. W. Smith's new Portage residence uncovered five Indian skeletons and relics including a large red pipestone pipe once used by chiefs. The remains were found a short distance from Pierre Paq- site context unclear.
The report notes that uette the scout Indian trader were exhumed in 1944.
John Hintz and his wife, who had been visiting Mrs Hintz's parents in Sault St. Marie Michigan, returned home early this week. They were accompanied by Miss Kennedy, Mrs Hintz's sister, who will visit here for some time.
F. R. A. Lodge No. 207 will meet on the first and third Saturdays each month. President F. O. Carlson and Secretary E. L. Langren are listed as officers.
Frank Murry of Brule Wisconsin formerly of this village called on friends here last Tuesday. He seeks assistance to operate his summer resort near Brule which enjoys strong patronage this year. The Murry Resort sits on a chain of lakes rich in fish and attracts many city visitors on Sundays.
Notices state statements issued on behalf of several candidates and paid at a rate of three cents per line.
Patrick Dormody announces his candidacy for Ashland County sheriff in the Republican primary. The Undersheriff Pat Dormedy touts a clean record, 20 years in law enforcement, and no exorbitant bills during his tenure. He describes Ashland as free from graft and cites community support and a large family. Continued to back page.
Ashland County Democrats met at city hall and placed a full ticket in the field for the fall election. Sheriff Henry J. Jacobs and Theodore Skottestad for clerk lead a slate praised as strong capable laboring men with broad support in the party.
The Sailor Boy will sail to Lake Superior every Sunday with two trips at 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Henry Denomie urges readers to pay up subscriptions and join the excursion to enjoy a warm Sunday by the lake.
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