Water Steal Claim Sparks Wisconsin Water Rights Debate
Attorney General Iman L. Ekern declares Chicago water theft harms Wisconsin ports and shipping, urging federal action. He says the Chicago sanitary district shifts dredging costs to Wisconsin cities, raising transport costs and driving business to rail, with harbors and resort interests affected.
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Iowa Democrats Back Stewart for Senate Short Term Seat
Iowa Democrats debated naming a candidate to fill the short term vacancy created by Albert B. Cummins. Stewart, a former Marine sergeant, was favored by party leaders to counter Cummins supporters at the Republican convention. The convention's decision aimed to balance party factions after Cummins defeated Cammins in the primaries.
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Harris Dies at Okauchee Home in 52 Years
Elmer B. Harris, 52, resident of Okauchee, died after long illness following brain tumor surgery last summer. A former turnkey at the Waukesha county jail under Sheriff Balwart Gibson, he was born in Uahon in 1874, married Mary Maden in 1966, lived at North Lake, and is survived by wife and brothers Yorne of Muxkagee and Ber of Sugnex, plus sister Mrs Kate Tee of Mupkogee. Funeral services were held at his Okauchee residence and interment at St Peters churchyard.
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Park Improvements Stir Wanke sha Civic Row
A letter from a Milwaukee rail chalice urges Wankesha to fund riverfront park improvements. Citizens clash with city clerk figures, debating a $15,000 yearly boost and a possible $21,000 tax rise to finance beautification and playground projects. The writer defends Framer’s plan as a vital city asset and urges public support.
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Women Drivers Better Than Men in Traffic Says Officers
Police reports from SUPRRION Wisconsin note mixed views on gender and driving. Ernent Leton claims women follow laws better and are more courteous, while George Cole argues men push speeds and riskier behavior. Superiors acknowledge bias but decline to comment on who is better.
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Wisconsin Gubernatorial Campaigns Rally Through Week
The piece notes candidates from the NLL and Socialist groups active during the week. Frank J. Kelly speaks on prohibition opposition. La Follette and others tour Neenah Milwaukee and Dane County venues. Reports mention a quiet Socialist push and upcoming large-scale speaking events across the state.
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Electric Railway Men Meet in La Crosse
The Wisconsin Utilities association electric railway convention will occur in La Crosse August 12 and 14 to discuss street traffic improvement and accident prevention. F L Coates president of the American Electric Railway association will speak, joined by Commissioner Andrew T McDonald of the Wisconsin railroad commission. About representatives from various communities are expected to attend.
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Riverside Drive park plan urged by Waukesha leaders
Leonard S. Smith urges city action for a riverside park and park drive project. Charles F. Schuetze, head of the Park Board, appeals to citizens to back the proposal with energy and support, citing a favorable design previously delivered to the city planning commission.
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Camp Meeting Sings Amid Busy Night Session
The camp meeting featured a night session with Misses Viola Davis Onn Johnston and Inez Parrish singing a trio and Mrs. Charles Irwin of Ohio delivering a soprano solo. Sermon and prayers followed as the event included sunrise meetings and a new Bible reading at 8 30. Officials report strong attendance and plans for seven services daily next week.
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Hartland Fair Picture Show Highlights Local Art
The Hartland community hosts an afternoon and evening exhibit in the Congregational church basement featuring water color bird sketches by McCorm Lines, paintings by A Barrett and family, works by Jolie Parte, Miss Lowe Bergwall, Wilt Larsen, Mint Edythe Beaumont, and others. A portrait by Spleuzza of Bathes, Milwaukee, and pieces from Emily Groom’s studio are also expected. A fundraiser note mentions a Frank Tony Johnson piece possibly shown elsewhere. Meanwhile a coaster wagon accident killed 7 year old Russel Babrielson after the wagon left the sidewalk and struck a hydrant.
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Church Services and Clergy in Waukesha Week Schedule
A dense listing of church services across multiple congregations in Waukesha. Includes times for Sunday schools, morning worship, communion, youth meetings, and special services at churches such as Trinity Lutheran White Rock, St Joseph’s Calbolla Boat, St Luke’s English Lutheran, St Alban’s Motscopai, First Baptist, Grace English Lutheran, and others. Names of pastors, church names, and street locations appear alongside service times and program notes.
Union Services in Evangelical Church This Sunday
The Union Services in Evangelical Church will be held Sunday evening at six o'clock. The service will be conducted by the pastor and will include congregational singing, electric organ music, and a male quartet. The community is invited to attend this inspiring worship service.
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Denate Adopts Poincare Plan In Senate Vote
The French senate approved Poincare's plan by a narrow margin, backing a major reform package. The vote signals a shift toward greater collaboration with the regime in power, amid broader debates over wartime policy and governance.
JAH CAME EAR QUITTING AT DOVER TUGO EDERLE STORY
Gertrude Ederle braved rough Channel waters for ten hours with her father Henry Ederle and trainer Burgess aboard the tug Alance. Margaret attempted to assist but was pulled back by waves as Gertrude kept fighting toward France.
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Powaukee Lodge to Host District Meeting of Fellows
Powaukee lodge No. 156 1 C O F will host the quarterly district meeting near Wednesday afternoon and evening August 11. Grand Master William 4 Bay of Beloit and other grand officers are listed as speakers for the program.
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George Hoff Recovers After Surgical Operation
George Hall of University of Illinois reports George Hoff recovering from an appendicitis operation in London. He has improved to a point where he can walk for several minutes daily, with progress noted by doctors.
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