Convention of Women Debates Plan of Reorganization
Milwaukee June 4 1900 officers and board of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs adjourned over admitting Boston’s Woman’s Era delegate. The matter remained undecided. The biennial opened with addresses by Mrs Lowe and others, and debates on color questions and reorganization continued through June 8.
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Milwaukee
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Plankinton House
Woman’s Era Club
Boston
Ruffin
Massachusetts State Federation
General Federation
Wis
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Alhambra Theater
Grand Avenue
Alhambra
Mrs. Neville
Universal Brotherhood of Man
Wisconsin
Platt Decker
Sarah
Denver
Federation
Woman's Federation
Eagle
Arkansas
Women’s Clubs
Lowe
Rebecca D. Lowde
Georgia
Charles T. Denison
New York
Emma Fon
Michigan
Montana
W. J. Coad
South Dakota
William Streeter
New Hampshire
Priddy
Kansas
Whitewater Normal to Host Illinois President for Commencement
Whitewater Wisconsin June 8 Special President Andrew S Draper of the University of Illinois will deliver the annual address at Whitewater normal school commencement. Events span June 19 senior class day June 20 morning exercises and alumni reunions and banquet later the same day.
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Illinois University
Whitewater
Wis
Andrew S. Draper
University of Illinois
Whitewater Normal School
Congregational Church
Elected to Fellowship at Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr Pa June 8 Resident fellowships were awarded to Margerethe Ardahl Madison Wis B S University of Wisconsin 1896 student at University of Berlin 1898 9 also studied Heidelberg and Christiania in Teutonic philology Rebecca Shipiro Wis B L 98 and M L University of Wisconsin 1900 in romance languages and Grace Elizabeth McNair Brodhead Wis B L 98 M L 99 University of Wisconsin in history
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Bryn Mawr
Bryn Mawr College
Margerethe Ardahl
Madison
Wis
B. S. University of Wisconsin
University of Berlin
Heidelberg
Christiania
Rebecca Shipiro
M. L
University of Wisconsin
Grace Elizabeth McNair
Brodhead, Wis
B. L
Appointed to Annapolis Ramstad Favored for Naval Cadetship
Congressman Esch announces from Washington that Albert G. Ramstad of Eau Claire is recommended for the vacant naval academy cadetship in Annapolis within this district. William Rowe, son of Eau Claire Mayor Rowe, led the exam as top applicant but declined. Ramstad placed second.
Rich find of Quicksilver at Wisconsin Graphite mine
Quicksilver in paying quantities is reported found at the Wisconsin Graphite mine in Junction twelve miles northwest of Stevens Point Wisconsin. Stocks previously at 25 a share rise to 50 as the plant is placed under Walter Dyer a Chicago chemist in charge.
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Stevens Point
Wis
Wisconsin
Junction
Walter Dyer
Chicago
Monument Unveiled in Two Rivers with Nationhood Theme
A soldiers' monument presented by the Joseph Rankin G A R post to Two Rivers was unveiled in a large public ceremony at 1:30 PM. A parade led by marshals, bands, guards, militia, and civic groups preceded the unveiling, followed by prayers by Rev. J A Geissler and a rendition of Rally Round the Flag by a chorus of schoolchildren.
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Two Rivers
Wis
Joseph Rankin
J. A. Geissler
Soldier Dead Monument Dedicated in Civic Ceremony
The unveiling featured W I F Nash, Miss Mae B Hurst, and a salute from the Morrill. Judge J S Anderson spoke on liberty and national ideals, contrasting military glory with justice and righteousness. Emil Baensch read in German. The monument rests on Connecticut granite with an eight foot bronze statue.
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Mae B. Hurst
United States Revenue
Morrill
J. W. Davidson
Abraham Lincoln
Horace
Shiloh
Antietam
Chickamauga
Fredericksburg
Vicksburg
Gettysburg
Appomattox
Grant
Sherman
Sheridan
Meade
Thomas
Emil Baensch
G. A. R. Post
Chicago
Connecticut
Janesville Mayor Heads Wisconsin Municipalities League
The Wisconsin Municipalities convention ended with a Rock River ride and banquet at Crystal Springs park in Janesville. Officers for the next year include President W. P. Richardson and Mayor A. C. Boyle as treasurer, with district vice presidents led by M. H. Higgins and J. S. Morris among others.
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Janesville
Wis
Wisconsin
Rock River
Crystal Springs Park
League
Viroqua
W. P. Richardson
I. H. Stiles
Sparta
A. C. Boyle
M. H. Higgins
Racine
M. J. Haven
Madison
R. H. de Lap
Richland Center
C. D. Holt
Wauwatosa
G. Meisner
Oconomowoc
J. S. Morris
Waupun
Anderson
la Crosse
S. J. Murphy
Green Bay
J. KE. Utke
Marinette
F. A. Dietrich
West Superior
Madison Baptist association meets in Lodi
The fifty first annual Madison Baptist association gathering closes at Lodi with delegates from nearly every district church. Notable speakers include Rev S E Price Rev S W Kingsley Rev Granger Smith and others. Colestock Madison elected moderator with Meyers Verona treasurer Webster Verona clerk. Baraboo B Y P S wins culture banner again.
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E. M. Stephenson
Chicago
J. Ll. Webster
Verona
D. C. Smith
Stoughton
H. B. Hemmerly
Reedsburg
H. T. Colestock
Madison
Frank Sprague
Baraboo
J. H. Finch
Mount Vernon
J. B. Thomas
H. T. Cole
J. S. Meyers
Grain robbery at Northern Grain elevator in Dale Wis
Special report from Dale Wisconsin states a grain robbery occurred at the Northern Grain company elevator. Twenty bushels of wheat were stolen through a basement window and a chute slide. A watchman recalls seeing a man with a sack near the stockyards around midnight, suggesting a possible team involved.
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Dale
Wis
Northern Grain Company
Wisconsin Central
Weding-blocked romance ends in dispute
Leonard Rosel a 70 year old Iowa widower and Barbara Mueller of Green Bay face a legal clash as county authorities declare Rosel insane and unable to consent to marriage yet Rosel resists and plans to marry once the five day waiting period ends. Children and relatives oppose the match and a guardian has been appointed for Rosel.
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Green Bay
Wis
Leonard Rosel
St. Ansgar
Mitchell County
Barbara Mueller
Chicago Street
Iowa
Rosel
Mitchell Mueller
Mueller
Huntington
A. B. Lovejoy
Osage
Lovejoy
Railroad Project Proposed From Gilman Town to Eau Claire
Alma Wisconsin reports a stock company plans a sixty mile railroad from Gilmantown to Eau Claire via Eleva. Prominent business men across the towns back the venture and stock is to be subscribed. Gilman town business leaders also seek to extend the Chicago North Western line to Gilman town.
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Alma
Wis
Gilmantown
Eau Claire
Eleva
Chicago & North-Western
Another La Crosse mill shuts down due to logs
La Crosse Wis June 9 A.S Trown's mill is compelled to shut down last night because of a lack of logs. Only two La Crosse mills remain in operation H Nichols Lumber and C L Colman Lumber. Nichols has logs to run most of the season while Colman can run perhaps a fortnight more. Mississippi river water stage remains stationary at 2.7.
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la Crosse
Wis
A.S. Trown
Hayward Indian School Contracts Awarded
The Hayward Indian School contract for foundation and superstructure goes to Roettinger Bros. of Fountain City for 53360. W D Lovell of Des Moines Iowa wins the sewer and water system job for 5000. Remaining funds of 75000 will buy equipment as plans are ready and construction begins immediately.
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Washington, D. C
Hayward
Roettinger Bros
Fountain City
W. D. Lovell
Des Moines
Almond Telephone Company Incorporation Filed
Articles of incorporation for the Almond Telephone company were filed in Stevens Point Wisconsin. Capital stock is 5000 dollars. Incorporators listed are I J Frost J S Cooper J A Bowden J H Johnson W C Fisher Stewart Hicks and David Hicks.
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Telephone Company
Stevens Point
Wis
The
Almond Telephone Company
J. Frost
J. S. Cooper
J. A. Bowden
J. H. Johnson
W. C. Fisher
Stewart Hicks
David Hicks
Hospital project advances in La Crosse with $40,000 contract
La Crosse Wis June 9 Special Work on the La Crosse Hospital association hospital began today. Davis Sorensen Co holds the general contract. The main building, due for completion by November 1, should cost about 40000 dollars.
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la Crosse
Wis
la Crosse Hospital Association
Davis, Sorensen & Co
High School Head Ill After Overwork in Black River Falls
Prof. James H. Derse, eight years leader of the Black River Falls high school, was carried to his home at Monches today severely ill. Doctors attribute the illness to overwork and worry stemming from his duties.
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Black River Falls
Wis
James H. Derse
Monches
Firemen urged to observe Sunday in Horicon tournament
Horicon Wisconsin June 9 Special The Dodge County Firemen's association plans a big tournament and street parade for Sunday June 17 Citizens oppose the Sunday event and may seek warrants against participants under the state Sunday observance law if the tournament proceeds.
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Horicon
Wis
Dodge County Firemen’s Association
Wisconsin Odd Fellows plan big home expansion
Green Bay Wisconsin June 9 Special One result of the Wisconsin grand lodge meeting this week is a probable large addition to the Odd Fellows state home for widows orphans and aged. Directors expect funds from the lodges to justify erecting a substantial expansion within the coming year.
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Green Bay
Wis
Wisconsin Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows
Grand Lodge
Okee Post Office Robbed. Suspect Arrested in Lodi
The Okee post office safe was blown open early today and a small amount of money stolen while stamps remained. A man was arrested at Lodi on charges related to the crime. In Columbus, Wisconsin, burglars raided G. T. Mueller’s hardware store, opening a tin box with $33 church money. $18 was taken and the rest overlooked.
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Baraboo
Wis
Okee
Winnebago Indians prepare for Mauston medicine dance
Baraboo Wis June 9 The Winnebago Indians of the state are making extensive preparations for a grand convention and medicine dance which will take place at Mauston next Sunday.
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Baraboo, Wis
Mauston
Straight Road To Health Purifying Blood Promises
An advert promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that removes impurities to cure disease. It claims the remedy enriches blood, boosts red cells, and helps deliver nutrients from digested food to organs, nerves, and muscles.
Not Hampered by Russia Says North American Review
The North American Review argues Russia has not taken Manchuria, noting Manchuria remains under Manchu rule with taxes paid to China. It states Russia interferes little in internal affairs and missionaries face no blockage, while Newchwang port remains open and foreign trade not proven hindered by Russia.
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Russia
Manchuria
China
Newchwang
North American Review
Cost of War Telegrams Stirs London Papers
London newspapers boast of the high price of war telegrams as evidence of brave reporting. The Morning Post paid 1750 dollars for a Churchill dispatch, while the New York Herald shelled out 7000 dollars for a Spanish War report, among others.
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London
South Africa
Morning Post
Winston Churchill
New York Herald
Spain
New York Commercial
Grain-O: healthy grain drink for children priced at 15c and 25c
A vintage advertisement promotes Grain-O as a nourishing coffee substitute for children. It claims Grain-O is made of pure grains, tastes like coffee when prepared properly, and costs about the same while distributing health benefits. Available at grocers for 15 cents or 25 cents.
Rose Pest Insects Threaten Rose Leaves
The white rose horseshoe pests suck sap from rose leaves and gather on the lower leaf surface. Early treatment with slug shot dust can destroy them, but fully developed insects are persistent and may require several applications with doubtful total elimination.
New Leg Powered Crosscut Saw Patented in Washington
In Washington a man patents a crosscut saw machine operated by legs. It uses two L shaped levers pivoted on a frame with pedals on the short ends that reciprocate a bar attached to the saw.
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Washington
Moving Misery and the Liver Health Cure Message
An early 20th century ad extols liver health as key to clear skin and happiness. It promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a laxative that purifies blood and stimulates liver and bowels. Sold by druggists nationwide with mail options and a free booklet offer.
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Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
Montreal
Can
New York
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