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Wakefield Advocate

Location

Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1917

Page

10

Young Wife of Herman Olson Dies After Short Illness

Mrs. Herman Olson died at her mother Mrs. Emil Hanson’s home at Brotherton after a brief illness. She was a little over twenty, born and raised locally, married last April to Herman Olson of Iron River. She had worked at A. F. Olson's store and is survived by her husband, mother, three sisters Celia Ann Mamie and three brothers Hans Albert and Theodore. Funeral 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

Surprise visit rekindles old ties in Green Bay

A long‑lost friendship resurfaces as Otto L. Fiedler of Keystone Type Foundry drops in on De Scribe, recalling shared days in Green Bay about 17 years ago and a reunion after years apart in Northern Michigan. Otto heads east later this afternoon, unchanged in spirit.

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

Officers Elected at Batvisan Lodge No 40 meeting

Batvisan Lodge No 40 8 H and E of A elected officers last Monday evening with Charles Winberg as president Robert Londin as vice president John Eliason as corresponding secretary John A Johnson as financial secretary A F Olson as treasurer and Henry Running as marshal.

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

Local Clergy Honor Chaplains Nels Walstrom I G John Oman

Chaplain Nels Walstrom along with I G John Oman and O G Carl Hermanson were among honorees in a church service led by O G Carl Hermanson. The event recognized their service to the congregation and community.

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

Local Notes and Community Briefs from Wakefield and Ironwood

Local notes include a range of community updates from carious residents and businesses. A. F. Olson to install a large electric sign Candyland front, Daly’s smoke options promoted, theater signs planned, and painters decorating the town hall auditorium. Visits include Dr. McPhail’s two week trip to Ann Arbor and Detroit, Frank Dick and C. T. Thompson from Ironwood Brewing Co. in town. A St. Johns day party at John Raich’s home hosts about 75 guests. Prof. Hall of the University of Michigan to speak at town hall next Wednesday. L. Sacks purchasing Hoffmann pressing machine for dry cleaning. Various travel and business notes include John Raich’s boarding house lease by Jos. Kostelnick, Olaf Prestboy’s hospital treatment after a crush incident, Maytie Collins suing for damages from a Buckeye Lake bathing accident. L. W. Margison heads to Chicago for the Automobile Show with a group to view Crow Elkhart and Overland displays. Also a call for 4900 standard ties and a brief note on the Ironwood and Bessemer Railway and Light Co. dw.

L. W. Margison Chicago Crow Elkhart Overland John Michaels Peter Delmet Ed. Chapple Jas Mincoffs Hemlock Hurley Wis Ironwool and Bessemer Railway and Light Co Ironwood, Mich

Wakefield Township Clerk Seeks Return to Office

Wakefield Township Clerk announces candidacy for re election after two years in office. He confirms plans to run in the caucus and at the upcoming election, vowing continued service to the community.

Wakefield

Bedell Seeks Township Treasurer Post at Coming Caucus

J. W. Bedell announces candidacy for township treasurer at the upcoming caucus and election. He pledges to fulfill duties to the satisfaction of all parties if nominated and elected, and asks for voters' support.

J. W. Bedell

Hasbrook Declares Candidacy for Justice of the Peace

R F Hasbrook announces his candidacy for Justice of the Peace. He seeks support at caucus or election and asks for backing.

Office of Justice of the Peace R. F. Hasbrook

Wakefield Township Treasurer Candidate Seeks Support

Albert J. Olson announces his bid for Wakefield township treasurer in the upcoming election on April 2 and asks voters for support at the caucus and election. The message promotes local shop slogans and phrases from A. E. Anderson and Josepa Nets, with references to good brand clothing and guaranteed quality.

Wakefield Township Albert J. Olson

Big Tremaine at Strand Theatre Sunday Jan 28

The stage play Big Tremaine stars Harold Lock May Allison and portrays hero John Tremaine entangled in family betrayal and lost money. His seven year absence and return test his honor as he seeks love while facing suspicion and hardship.

Big Tremaine Gie Crear Marke van Vors Harold Lock May Allison James John Tremaine

Community Orchestra Promises Accessible Yet High Quality Programs

The organization has grown popular as it returns to the concert stage after years, presenting a unique program aimed at universal understanding while maintaining high musical standards. The Town Hall hosts this event on Tuesday February 20.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bessemer P. J. Delmet Superior Wakefield Hotels Daly’s 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 Mr. Sacks Jos. Kostelnick New Richmond Mr. Raich Ironwood and Duluth Brewing Companies Olaf Prestboy Wakefield Hospital Verona Maytie Collins John L. Nelson Columbus Ohio Buckeye Lake Miss Collins William E. Frit A. E. Anderson Josepa BIG David John THE Chicago Musical Club Sasa Ism Ge Bi SKUD Goldman & C Watefield, Michigan
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