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Wakefield Advocate

Location

Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1917

Page

13

Local Woman Dies After Short Illness

Mrs Herman Olson died Saturday at her mother's home at Brotherton after a brief illness. A native of the area she was a little over twenty years old and had married in April last year to Herman Olson of Iron River. She had worked at A F Olson's store. Survived by husband, mother, three sisters Celia Ann Mamie and three brothers Hans Albert Theodore. Funeral was held Wednesday from the family home with interment in Lakeview cemetery.

Herman Olson Emil Hanson Brotherton Iron River A. F. Olson Celia Ann Mamie Hans Albert Theodore Lakeview Cemetery

A Surprise Visit From Old Friends Delights De Scribe

De Scribe received an unexpected afternoon visit from Otto L. Fiedler of Keystone Type Foundry, a former Green Bay partner. The two recalled past mischief and shared stories from years apart, reconnecting warmly before Fiedler heads east.

de Scribe Otto L. Fiedler Keystone Type Foundry Otto Myself Green Bay Tall Timbers Michigan

Officers Elected at Batvisan Lodge No 40

Batvisan Lodge No 40 S H and E F of A elected officers last Monday evening. President Chas Winberg Vice President Robt Londin Corresponding Secretary John Eliason Financial Secretary John A Johnson Treasurer A F Olson Marshal Henry Running.

Batvisan Lodge No. 40 Pres Chas. Winberg V. Pres Robt. Londin Cor John Eliason Fin John A. Johnson Treas A. F. Olson Marshal Henry Running

Chaplains Named In Local Church Roll Call

Nels Walstrom I G John Oman OG and Carl Hermanson are listed as chaplains in a local church roster with duties and service roles indicated.

Nels Walstrom I. G John Oman O. G Carl Hermanson

Local Notes From Wakefield Ironwood Area

Local notes recount community happenings including visits by A. F. Olson and Prof Hall, theater signs for Daly brands and Strand Theatre, a St Johns day party hosted by John Raich, and upcoming lectures. Guests from Minneapolis and Columbus court legal actions, and local business upgrades occur as residents plan trips to Chicago for auto shows and gas buggy purchases. A wide mix of personal, commercial, and cultural updates reflects small town life now.

Wakefield Township Clerk Seeks Return to Office

Wakefield announces candidacy for re election after two years serving as Township Clerk. He states intent to run at caucus and election, emphasizing prior service to the community and commitment to continue duties if re elected.

Wakefield

J W Bedell Seeks Township Treasurer Post

A voter appeal from J W Bedell announcing candidacy for township treasurer at the upcoming caucus and election. He pledges to perform duties to the satisfaction of all parties if nominated and elected.

J. W. Bedell

Hasbrook Announces Candidacy for Justice of the Peace

R F Hasbrook declares his candidacy for the office of Justice of the Peace and asks for support at the caucus or election.

Office of Justice of the Peace R. F. Hasbrook

Wakefield township treasurer candidate appeal and ads

Decisive run for Wakefies township treasurer announced with voter solicitation. Campaign notices urge Carrcus election support. Vendor notices promote Palace store tailoring and made to measure suits by A F Anderson. Minor misspellings and names appear, including Albert J Olvon and Josepa Netr.

Wakefies Apri Carrcus Albert J. Olvon Palace A. F. Anderson Josepa

Big Tremaine at Strand Theater Sunday Jan 28

A melodramatic silent feature starring Harold Lockwood and May Allison. John Tremaine is betrayed by his brother David who steals funds and wins his love. After seven years away, John returns to find his mother accusing him and his brother dead. The film follows his struggle to reclaim honor and love.

L. W. Margison Chicago Crow Elkhart Overland John Michaels F. A. Sergeant Peter Delmet Ed. Chapple Jas. Mincoffs Big Tremaine Marie van Vorst Harold Lockwood May Allison John Tremaine David John John Norly Isi

Lyceum Orchestra Aims for Widest Possible Appeal

An established concert organization expands its reach this year as dozens of towns could not secure its services. The club offers a distinctive program for its size, designed to be understood by all audience members while upholding high musical standards and fostering community appreciation for good music.

Lyceum

Also Mentioned on This Page

Frank Kanieski Bessemer P. J. Delmet Superior Wakefield Hotel Daly McPhail Ann Arbor Detroit Frank Dick C. T. Thompson Ironwood Brewing Co Candyland Ralph Milligan Hanover Ill Harry Martinkoski Strand Theatre John Raich St. John’s Day J. S. Erickson Minneapolis St. Paul Mr. Erickson Prof. Hall University of Michigan Town Hall L. Sacks Hoffmann Jos. Leff Jos. Kostelnick New Richmond Wis Mr. Raich Ironwood and Duluth Brewing Companies Olaf Prestboy Wakefield Hospital Verona Maytie Collins John L. Nelson Columbus Ohio Buckeye Lake Miss Collins Hurley Ironwood and Bessemer Railway and Light Co Ironwood, Mich William E. Frit THE Chicago Musical Club Moen Skud, Goldman & CO Wakefield, Michigan
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