Poisoning Tragedy Strikes Behrand Family In St. Paul
A Behrand family on West Third Street faced a mass poisoning. Mrs Behrand died, several children severely ill, and the father recovered enough to be questioned. Doctors pumped stomachs as investigators link poisoning to a possible strong toxin. state chemists to test stomach contents and medicines. The inquest proceeds as officers seek foul play or accidental poisoning.
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N. Behrand
West Third Street
A. P. Fraser
Bebrand
George A. Calder
Behrand
Saloon Men Arrested on Liquor to Indians Charge
United States Marshal arrested nine saloon men in Ashland area for selling liquor to Indians. At federal court they posted bonds for appearance. From this city the names listed include John Overby, Octave Huppe, Charles Nelson, and others amid a broader regional roundup.
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United States
Ashland
Washburn
Bayfield
John Overby
Octave Huppe
Charles Nelson
Wm. Burns
Louis Wardper
Ed. Olson
Pete Skarr
C. Westlund
Andrew Messner
A Bad Runaway Injures Mrs. Lindsey and Daughter
Mrs. Phil Lindsey and her daughter and son narrowly escaped serious injury Tuesday afternoon when a runaway horse, driven from west Pine street to Bayfield street, dashed into a livery barn. Mrs. Lindsey suffered head and arm injuries while her daughter Ethel escaped unhurt though she sustained a forehead cut. The cutter and barn door were damaged in the chaotic incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Lindsey
West Pine Street
Mrs. Lindsey
1St Avenue East
Bayfield Street
Ethel
DuPont Sues Over Defective Boxes Suit Result
In a United States Court action, C. J. Petruschke, a box manufacturer, sought 24000 dollars plus depreciation on lumber. The Dynamite Company cancelled the contract due to defective and splitting boxes. The jury awarded Petruschke 3300 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Staples
Duluti
C. J. Petruschke
Petruschke
United States
Epworth League Sleigh Ride At Kinstler Farm
The Epworth League of the Methodist church held a sleigh ride party at the Kinstler farm home last Friday evening. A large crowd enjoyed games with two contests in the early part of the evening. Ben Her glund won the men’s apron hemming contest and Minnie Linstrom won the ladies nail driving contest, which caused at least one finger to be smashed.
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Epworth League
Methodist Church
Kinstler Farm
Ben Herglund
Minnie Linstrom
Local House for Sale and Two Horses Offered
Central location house available for sale with a buyer seeking a bargain. Contact Robinson at the Times for details. Additionally two horses are for sale. inquire with C. N. Cramer & Co. for information.
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Robinson
C. N. Cramer & Co
Missionary Society Elects Officers Last Week
The annual meeting of the Missionary Society elected all officers. President Mrs. H. H. Fahrig, Vice President Mrs. John Gibson, Secretary Mrs. Nels M. Oscar, and Treasurer Mrs. A. P. Fraser were chosen.
Rate Case Heard By Wisconsin Railway Commission
The Madison water works rate dispute was heard before the Wisconsin Railway Commission. City Attorney John Walsh and City Clerk H P Axelberg argued rates are unjustly high and urged meters optional for consumers. The company’s counsel argued profits are modest and not a get rich venture. The commission will review company books alongside city access. a decision is expected in a month or more.
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Madison
Wisconsin Railway Commission
John Walsh
H. P. Axelberg
Commission
Walsh
Busy February Day Reports Train Wreck and Poisoning
On a February day in Lenowee a Northern Pacific wreck killed engineer A. J. Burton and injured fireman Dave Cooper. The Behrand family suffered suspected poisoning with the mother dead and multiple children ill. A horse frightened bystanders injures Mrs. Linsay and daughter. A small fire near the Norway house caused no damage.
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Northern Pacific
Lenowee
Washburn
A. J. Burton
Dave Cooper
Behrand
Alvord
Happle
Norway House
Social Democrats Map City Ticket for Spring Election
The Social Democrats plan a full city slate for the coming spring election indicating a lively campaign. They are seeking suitable candidates to fill all offices and have already chosen several energetic prospects.
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Social Democrats
Two Iron River Buildings Destroyed by Early Morning Fire
A blaze in Iron River Wisconsin on January 31 destroyed two business houses and threatened the block. Jack McCue's candy store and Joe Fouchie’s harness shop were ruined, while a saloon and boarding house also burned with contents except some household effects. Buildings owned by T F Mackmiller and R A Steckbauer of Minneapolis. Adjacent Knowels jewelry store and Pahrams feed store were damaged. light insurance carried.
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Iron River
Wis
Jack McCue
McCue
Joe Fouchie
Billie Kline
T. F. Mackmiller
R. A. Steckbauer
Minneapolis
Knowels
Parhams
Repair Work Underway At Sprague Lumber Mill
The mill will start repairs in the middle of the month and add a new horizontal band mill to boost capacity. A replacement engine will be installed, making the facility a dandy with a steady run for next season.
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M. H. Sprague Lumber Company
Doctor Harris May Come to City to Heal
The Commercial Club plans a meeting to discuss Harris Nashe physician relocation. A committee will visit his Nash home to present the proposition. Hundreds visit his Nash residence monthly.
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Harris
Nash
Commercial Club
Bijou Theatre Announces Partial Weekend Closure
The Bijou theatre will be closed Friday night and remains open Saturday night, Sunday afternoon, and evening for patrons.
Train disaster on Washburn Branch kills engineer
A Northern Pacific train derailed on the Washburn Branch near Lenawee killing Engineer A. J. Burton and injuring Fireman Dave Cooper. Passengers escaped serious harm though shaken. Conductor John O'Brien led responders. wreck cleared by midweek and service resumed.
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Washburn
Northern Pacific Railway
Here
Ron River
Lenawee
A. J. Burton
Dave Cooper
John O’brien
Iron River
Northern Pacific
Alex Maitland
Mata Fluck
Walter Lareaux
County Board to Meet for Adjourned Annual Session
The adjourned annual meeting of the County Board will be held at the County Clerk's office next Monday. Only routine business will be transacted.
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Ser
Kosberg
the City Drug Store
Wien’s Rubbers
I. Lien
U. S. Marshall
P. Lindsey
DuPont Company
Gilbert Bruness
Latts Bros
Gram
Water Works
Axelberg
Guesday
Times Office
EC Stevens
Hardy & Ryan
Waukesha
Gro. G. MacDonald
Bristol
N. P
Social Democratc
Segal Bros. Department Store
Peter J. Bestler
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