Large Contingent of Bayfield Boys Return from War
A large group of Washburn and Bayfield County veterans arrived home this week after serving in France with the 32nd Division. Several were aboard the Tuscania when it was sunk. Casperson, Joanis, and Willey were rescued. The returning soldiers include names such as Robert Sterling and Gilbert Calder. Bayfield County plans a major celebration within the next month to honor their service, with a committee formed to organize the event. Madison report notes Assemblyman Downs criticizes the dry side over Enforcement bill 504A, blaming poor leadership for its defeat and urging passage of a reasonable enforcement bill.
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Washburn
Bayfield County Company
Hindenberg
Casperson
Joanis
Willey
32Nd Division
Old
Bayfield County
Isis
Robert Sterling
Wallace E. Woodhead
Gilbert K. Calder
Lealie M. Olson
Madison
Wis
F. W. Downs
Milwaukee
Sheboygan
Assembly
Letters by Air Route Begin Sent By Aerial Mail
Postmaster John O Sullivan announces letters may be sent by air from Chicago to Cleveland to speed delivery about sixteen hours. Aerial postage stamps will be available at the local office and six cents per ounce extra with aeroplane mail marking will certify air transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washburn
John O'Sullivan
Chicago
Cleveland
Fine Dirt Roads Through Iron River and Baines Highlight County Highways
The Bayfield county system boasts top quality dirt roads in Iron River and Baines. Built at substantial cost, the roads are now easy to maintain with excellent local material. The 32 mile Iron River to Drummond stretch traverses sparse countryside with scenic views drawing Sunday autoists from across the county.
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Iron River
Baines
Bayfield County
Drummond
Lind Clearing Demonstration At Iron River
The University of Wisconsin directs a land clearing demonstration to be held at Iron River on Friday. The event will showcase power machinery and dynamite with all day demonstrations of latest clearing methods. Farmers from Bayfield and neighboring counties are expected to attend.
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University of Wisconsin
Iron River
Bayfield
Special Whit Sunday Services at Nv. Luth. Church
Special Whit Sunday services scheduled Sunday morning at 10 30 assisted by Carlson Pearson and Jones for music. An afternoon service at Long Lake at 2 30 followed by no evening service. Ladies Aid and Young Peoples society meet at church parlors Wednesday hosted by Mrs Carl Christopherson and Mrs Ed Bratley. Prayer meeting Thursday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Carlson, Pearson and Jones
Long Lake
Ladies Aid and Young Peoples Society
Carl Christopherson
Ed. Bratley
Drive for million members by Woman's Christian Temperance Union
The National WCTU launches a drive to raise one million dollars and recruit one million members with a 4.50 per member quota. A house to house canvass is set for June 10. White paper may opt out of solicitation. Douglas MacPherson underwent tongue and adenoids removal in Ashland Monday.
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National Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
W.C. T. U. Union
Milwaukee Merchants Visit Ashland on Northern Wisconsin Tour
About one hundred fifty members of the Milwaukee Merchants and Manufacturers Association traveled on a special eleven coach train through Wisconsin. They stopped at Washburn Bayfield and Ashland for tours and a banquet at the Elk's Club, including a fish hatchery visit at Salmo to learn state methods.
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Merchants and Manufacturers Association of Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Ashland
Washburn
Bayfield
Elk’s Club
Salmo
Milwaukee
State Institution
Boy Scout Week Set By President Wilson Campaign
President Wilson proclaims June 8 to 14 as Boy Scout Week and a National Citizens Committee led by W G McAdoo oversees the drive. The Boy Scouts of America train boys 12 to 21 in manliness and character, and Bayfield County leader W E Brubaker urges local support with $1 annual dues and donations.
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Wilson
National Citizens Committee
W. G. McAdoo
Secretary of the Treasury
Boy Scouts of America
United States Congress
Boy Scouts
W. E. Brubaker
Bayfield County
Risler Couple to Leave City for Wilmington Delaware
Mr and Mrs H S Risler announce they will relocate to Wilmington Delaware this week where Mr Risler will join DuPont in a promoted position. The Rislers have lived in the city for years and left behind many friends who regret their departure and extend best wishes for happiness in the new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. S. Risler
Wilmington
Delaware
Risler
DuPont Company
Washburn
County Board to Inspect Bayfield RoadsThree Day Tour
Bayfield county board members depart Washburn on Monday morning June 9 for a three day inspection of the county and state trunk highway system. They will meet at the courthouse, travel via Bayfield Cornucopia Four Mile Creek Iron River routes, and conclude June 11 with southern Bayfield county highway review.
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County Board
Bayfield County
Court House
County Road and Bridge Committee
George Curry
Co. Road and Bridge Committee
Bayfield County Board
Bayfield
Washburn
Sand River
Cornucopia
Four Mile Creek
Iron River
Port Wing
Sawyer County
Patterson Building Fire Destroys Eating House Site
The CU E Patterson building, once an eating house and slated for remodeling, was almost totally destroyed by fire early Monday. Fire began in the center, resisting efforts until the structure was badly gutted. Mr and Mrs Patterson had just returned from the east and had hired remodelers who were on site Saturday.
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CU. E. Patterson
Methodist Episcopal Church Services and Meeting Notice
The Methodist Episcopal Church led by Pastor D. W. Davis schedules Sunday School at 9 45 a m Children s Day Program at 10 30 a m Epworth League at 7 p m and public worship at 8 p m A meeting of the Board of Trustees is set for Monday evening at 8 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Board of Trustees
Memorial Day Observed With Dual Programs By City
Memorial Day was observed with two programs organized by the Congregational church Men's Club. Friday afternoon featured lakefront ceremonies and a cemetery observance with a roll call of sailors and Marines who died at sea or in France, wreath casting, and prayers. A large parade proceeded to the cemetery, with veterans in uniform, boy scouts, and Joan of Arc Circle participants. The cemetery program included roll call, prayers, a Memorial Day address by Attorney Charles F. Morris, and grave decorations.
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Congregational Church
Lake Front
America
C. F. Morris
George Waters
Joan of Arc Circle of the Red Cross
Edwin Bolin
Fred Arseneau
France
Carl Smith
Carl Finstad
August Bodin
Charley Peck
Kenneth MacRae
Hyacinth
Water Front
H. H. Peavey
D. W. Davis
Charles F. Morris
Corporal Hawkes
Co. D
Joan of Arc Circle
Rev
Christiansen
A. Lamoreaux
Ashland
Waters
Davis
Attorney MacLeod
Lamoreaux
School Board Seeks 20000 for New High School Site
The city council debated a proposed 20000 appropriation to begin a new high school project. The school board urged funds to buy a site and start preliminary plans, with a bond needed to complete construction. Alderman Nelson opposed the measure, four votes against. other actions included resignations and dog catcher appointment.
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Nelson
4Th Ward
Harry Risler
Nels M. Oscar
James Darrah
Knights of Pythias Visit Ashland Lodge Banquet
About twenty members of the Knights of Pythias from this city attended Ashland lodge last Thursday evening by invitation to take part in third degree work. After the degree ceremony a banquet was held and attendees called the evening very pleasant with Ashland brethren.
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Ashland
Knights of Pythias Order
Jacobson Couple Headed for Park Falls Auto Trip
J. P. Jacobson and his wife depart this evening for Park Falls where they will join the Bogie family for a driving trip to various points in Wisconsin.
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J. P. Jacobson
Park Falls
Bogie
Wisconsin
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Downs
Luth
Douglas
A. C. MacPherson
Cream City Boosters
Milwaukee Association of Commerce
Methodist Episcopal Church
Downey
Sanders
John Wannebo
Edwin Jack
Council
Gates
Michigan
Minnesota
George F. Morgan
Nor. Luth
Ladies Aid Society
S. F. A. Hall
Gustafson
Cloquet
Oscar W. Samuelson
Edward Strand
Eveleth
Nels Nelson
Mesdames Fletcher
Gibson
Fahrig
Lucile Segal
Messrs. Pearson and
Carlson
Eward Sten, Byron E. Jacob
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