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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
OBITUARY.


Died at o'clock A. NJ, on the 18th inst at her
late residence in this city, Mrs. CHARLoTTA NJ.
BENNETT, wife of Deacon H. P. Bennett, aged 81
years and months.
The deceased was born at Belcher-
town, Mass, in 1921, and was married
in 1916 at Chickopee, Mass, where she
continued to live with her husband
until 1856 when they removed to Min
nesota and have remained here since.
While residing at Chickopee they
buried two infant daughters and have
been childless since. Theadeceased
lived at St. Cloud during the first winter
of their residence in Minnesota and the
next spring removed to a farm on
Maine Prairie, living there during the
Indian outbreak and until 1864, when
they returned to St. Cloud and have
made this city their residence ever
since. The deceased was an active and
exemplary member Of the Congrega-
tional church of this city for many
years, and the present prosperity of
that organization is largely due to the
earnestness and zeal which she mani
tested in that connection. Among the
early residents of st. Cloud Mrs. Ben
nett's presence will be greatly missed.
She Was truly blessing and an orna-
ment to the society in which she moved.
She was one of the pioneers in this
northern country and brought from her
eastern home and transplanted here in
to the then wilderness of Minnesota the
good old-fashioned New England NOR
ais and manners, such as the older ones
Of the present generation would delight
to see more on exhibition. Mrs, Ben
nett died at peace with all mankind, and
in the blessed confidence inspired by a
life devoted to good works. Surely a
sincere earnest christian woman has
passed away and it is well with hey.
Such great purity of life has not been
wasted upon the world, it will live after
her and be kept in fond remembrance
by those who succeed to her earthly
estates. II. c.. W.
The above person, Mrs. G. NJ. Ben
nett, was the only sister of Mrs. J. W.
Hodges who was formerly a resident of
this city. Mrs. Hodges was at the bed
side of her sister when her spirit passed
away.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Decoration Day.

The usual memorial services were
held in this city Wednesday May 30th
1888. Under command of B. T. Worth
ington about thirty-five members of the
G. A. r. assembled in their hall accom-
panied by several visiting brethren
from other places. At 10 o'clock a. m.
they formed in line Of march followed
by the school children and citizens gen
orally and marched to Forest Hill
cemetery where the usual ritual service
and decoration of the graves with flow
ers was carried out. Music was furnish
by Messrs. f. J. Wood and 7. A. Tay-
lor, and Mrs. G. o. Baker and Miss
Mamie Smith. After these services
were over the Grand Army boys return
ed to their hall where speeches appro-
pirate to the day was made by several
of the comrades.
Each recurring decoration day thins
out the ranks of the boys in blue, and
their number grow decidedly less with
each year. The time VIII come when
there will be only few surviving COM
rades of the struggles of 1861-5.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
PLEAD GUILTY.

Miner s. Perkins who has been incar-
cerated in the county jail in this city,
since last December charged with the
murder of his wife, surprised the Court
and those present Monday afternoon
by pleading guilty to the charge when
arranged and asked whether guilty or
not. He asked the privilege of max
ing a statement which was granted
He told the main facts in the case
which led to the murder of his wife
He was calm and showed but little
emotion in telling the story. Some of
the facts brought out are best unpub-
ished, but the long and short of the
story was that his wife was unfaithful to
him on several occasions and he inter-
cepted a letter written by his wife to
one named Ed Dufrane While Mr.
and Mrs. Perkins were engaged as cook
and cookee in a logging shanty about
miles west of Pittsville and the husband
and wife were left alone on the morn
ing Of the Goth of December 1887, this
letter and other evidence was laid by
him before her for explanation, which
resulted in the shooting. She Was kill
ed instantly the ball passing through
her body. At the examination the evil
dence was wholly circumstantial but he
was bound over until the May term of
Court
We called at the jail to.see Mr.. Per-
kins and found him a very social and
intelligent man of 38 years of age. He
told us the story of his trouble. He also
told us of his daily communion with
God and that he had experienced
changed of heart and through this
change he was led to the confession of
his crime He said that being inclosed
inside of four walls was not punishment
to him any longer. He would Just as
soon pass his remaining days at Wau-
pun parusing the Holy Bible and enjoy
ing communion with God, then to enjoy
liberty. He appeared perfectly happy
and eOntented since he confessed his
OAillAO' LIZ hetd 1dolo Cduo0 1oI uuG uluI-
der than first appears on the surface.
If he had been tried he never would
have been found guilty Of murder in the
first degree. He received his sentence
to life imprisonment at Waupun with
out shedding a tear or any outward
sign of emotion.
The turn this case has taken through
the efforts Of Dist. Atty. J. w. Cochran
is another large saving to the county.
The prisoner was taken to Waupun to-
day.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
E. La VIgne's Ferry a Grand Success.

A week ago Monday Mr.. La Vigne
commenced the erection of ferry boat
and ordered his wire cable. Wednes-
day morning eight days after he carried
passengers across free for several trips,
and all those who enjoyed the first ride
pronounce it a neat craft and a success.
The boat was built, the wire put up and
the whole outfit erected without par
hcle Of bad luck or extra expense. 1t
is now in good running order to do busi-
ness. The boat is large and roomy and
perfectly safe A small skif is attached
in case it should be needed, Dog oars
on the boat SO that in case any thing
should break and let the boat 90 down
stream, it could be taken shore with
out danger to passengers or teams. The
boat will be kept neat and clean and the
most polite attention given to passen-
gers. He extends cordial invitation
to the people of Centrafia and Grand
Rapids to patronize his ferry, and gives
notice that tickets can be purchased at
Nels Johnson store, Centralia, and B.
Silber's in this city.
The REPORTER bespeaks for the new
ferry liberal patronage and a most sue
cessful season. The travelling and gem
eral public will now have plenty of con-
venience for the transaction of business
between the two cities.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Circuit Court.

Judge Webb opened the May term of
Court in this city Monday afternoon the
28th inst, with 5 criminal cases, 26
issues Of fact for jury and Is issues of
fact for court. The following cases were
disposed off up to press hour:
State of Wisconsin VS. Gilbert German
son-Carrying concealed weapons-De-
fendant paid costs and Dist. Atty.
entered a nolle.
State Of Wis. VS.. John Johnson
abusive language-nolle entered.
State Of Wis. VS. Miner Perkins
murder-Plead guilty and sentenced to
Waupun for life.
State of Wis. VS.. Michael Gutzlof-
assult-defendant paid costs and Dist
Atty. entered nolle.
Edward Huban VS.. City of Grand
Rapids-damages-continued.
Geo. f. Witter VS.. Wood County
judgement for plaintiff for $15 without
costs by stipulation.
Saul Godin VS.. P. P. Symes-contin-
ued.
John Eastwood VS.. Weinzel Hormick
settled.
Minnie Shaddock VS.. Frank Shad-
dock-divorce-continued
Chas. H. Payson VS.. Z. Hathaway
dismissed on the merits for want Of
prosecution.
Chas. Podawiltz VS.. Nick Thomas
change of venue.
Town of Remington VS.. Z. Ward
continued.
Ole Oleson VS.. D. 0. Fisher-contin-
ued.
o. A. Oleson VS.. D. o. Fisher-con-
tInued.
W. H. Cochran VS.. City of Grand
Rapids-continued
The only surprise or interesting case
so far on the calendar was that one OF
Miner Perkins.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

DR.. f. B. Robinson who has been
absent the past eight months in Eng
land and Germany, taking practical as
well as scientific course of study in one
of the most celebrated medical colleges
of the world, at Vienna, returned to this
city Saturday morning last looking hale
and hearty. He met with a cordial
greeting on every hand and was well
coined back to the twin cities with open
arms. As before, he made the diseases
of women and surgery his special study,
perfecting himself thoroughly in the
profession he loves. He reports his
second trip more profitable than the
first, because he enjoyed more oppor-
tunities and the experience and knowl-
edge of his former trip aided him in
taking advantages of the second. He is
now back into his office over Woods
drug store in this city to stay and takes
his meals as formerly with his popular
landlord in Centralia at the Commercial
Hotel, where he may be found regular
ly three times day, unless called away.
He comes back to us better fitted than
ever before to grapple with the intra-
cacies of his chosen profession.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Il Cansumntinn CnrahIe,

Read the following: Mr.. c. II. Morris,
Newark, Ark, says: "Was down with
Abscess of Lungs, and friends and ply
sicians pronouced me an incurable
Consumptive. Began taking DR.. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, am
now on my third bottle, and able to
oversee the work ON my farm. 1t is the
finest medicine ever made
Jesse Middlewart, Decatur, Ohio, says.
Had it not been for DIR. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption | would
have died of Lung Troubles. Was given
up by doctors. An now in best of
health" Try it. Sample bottles free
at w. i. Wood q Co., Drug Store. 5
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
ICl EFT La

! Fancy port limon bananas at Crosses
| All kinds of legal blanks for sale at
this Office.
Capt Briggs was in the city the fore
part of the week attending court.
Court week and decoration day
brought many strangers to this city.
Mediterranean sweet oranges at
Crosses.
Call and see the fine line of chamber
suits just arrived at J. Bogoger & Co.'S,
exchange.
Miss May Chase took her departure
Wednesday for few weeks visit with
relation at Elgin, Ill
Miss Lucy Woodwork returned home
Tuesday after a weeks absence with
friends in Pittsville.
PAsTURAGE,-Good pasture with run
ming water and shelter from storm.
Apply of Mr.. Joseph Wood. 2w
To arrive at Crosses this week so
boxes fine Messina lemons at 20 cents
per dozen.
Mrs. w. I. Jones has returned to Mil
waukee to resume the treatment here
tofore taken in tnat city.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. MacKinnon are re-
joicing over the arrival at their home of
q beautiful little daughter.
Mrs. Washburn, of Mankato, Mimi.
and Mrs. Jennie Pattee, of Arnodt,
Wis, are guests of Mrs. G. O. Baker this
week.
Lemon and vanilla ice cream every
day at Crosses.
N. L. Compton is back from Milwau-
kee feeling no better from taking the
medicated baths. Mr. Grover is still
deriving some benefit from taking them.
WANTED girl to do general house
work in private family. Good wages
and steady place to a good girl. In
quire at this office.
VIM. Quinn, one of the good natured
and thrifty farmers in the town of Port
Edwards, was a welcome caller at this
office Tuesday afternoon.
N. E. Emmons has been absent
week in the northern part of the state
on fishing and pleasure expedition and
at the same time looking over the
country.
NJ. S. Pratt is not representing the
Federal Life Association as agent any
longer. Contract was cancelled by
agreement by the general manager Mr.. |
G. J. Carman.
VIM. Brown lost one of his valuable |
gray horses Tuesday afternoon. While
hauling load of pulp up the hill oppo-
site the mill he burst blood vessel and
died in few minutes afterwards. He
bled profusely.
HOUSE TO RENT.-With ten rooms, |
three lots, barn and chicken coop. |
Rent $40 per month. Enquire of First |
National bank. 2w
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
c, M. & ST, PAUL r, r.
Vesper Locals.

Mrs. J. W. Cameron was the recipient
Of a nice present from her husband a
few days since in the shape of a new
buggy and harness, purchased by him
at La Crosse.
Mrs. Geo. II. Smith, of Sherry, Wis,
has been the guest Of Mrs. J. w. Cam
erOn for several days past.
Hiram, our newly elected constable,
captured his first victim on Thursday
last. A stranger came into town, and
after loading up with fighting whisky,
tried to gain little cheap notariety, by
loud and abusive language. The pres
entation Of pair of steel bracelets
carefully adjusted on his wrists, and
being lodged in the Refrigerator pro-
duced a decidedly quieting effect upon
his nerves. We hope Mr.. Johnson will
not be called upon to perform such un-
pleasant duties very often.
Pat Starr, who has been quite i'll for
several days past, with inflammation of
lungs, is fast improving under DR.
Witter's slillful treatment.
E. c. Talmadge arrived in this berg
Saturday evening looking as smiling and
good natured as ever, and has gone to
work for the company in the yard, and
has not taken charge of any department
of the company's affairs, as stated in
last weeks issue of the REPORTER.
Your personal mention in the item
above referred to, was a great surprise
to Mr.. Cameron as he had not contem-
plated taking an extended trip east, nor
does he now expect to do so.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Electric Bitters,

This remedy is becoming so well
known and so popular as to need no
special mention. All who have used
Electric Bitters sing the same song of
praise-A purer medicine does not
and it is guaranteed to do all that is
claimed. Electric Bitters will cure ali
diseases of the Liver and Kidneys, will
remove Pimples, Boils, Salt Rheum and
other affections caused by impure blood.
Will drive Malaria from the system
and prevent as well as cure all Malarial
feveTs.-For cure of Headache. Con-
stipatiOn and Indigestion try Electric
Bitters-Entire satisfaction guaranteed,
or money refunded-Price so cts and
$1.00 per bottle at w. L. Wood & Co.'S,
drug store. 5
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
The Model Woman.

Rev. S. Smith gave his congregation
his idea of a "Model Woman" last Sun
day evening. He presented his subject
with ability and impressed the women
present that there was great response
bility resting upon them. He present
ed his ideas clearly and well and we are
sorry that all the ladies of Grand Rap
ids and Centralia were not present to
hear him. If all women were models
what a grand place this world would be
to live in.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Death Of Mr.. Carlos Blake.

In announcing the sudden death OF
Mr.. Carlos Blake his many friends will
be surprised as he has always enjoyed
what might be termed perfect health
until just recently. About two weeks
ago he was taken sick with inflammation
of the coverings of the brain from which
cause he died. He was taken to Osh-
kosh for treatment last week Friday
and Saturday evening following died.
The deceased was born May 184S in
Elizabeth town, Essex County, New
York. In 1855 his parents removed
with their family to Wisconsin and in
1857 to Wood county where deceased
has since resided His life has been
one long unbroken labor for those he
loved. Besides friends and more dis
tant relatives he leaves to mourn him,
his aged parents, son and daughter
and three sisters. He has gone but he
has left us an example Of purity, an ex-
ample of unselfish love, an example of
devotion to others and to the right
May we be helped and help each other
to follow his example. His life has
made the world more pure, more noble,
more like heaven.
The funeral service took place in this
city at the residence of his sister Mrs
S. E. Vaughan, where his friends paid
hi m tbai1, loot cod ritac
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Correspondence.

We take great pleasure in publishing
a short letter just received from A
Knapp, of Knappa, Oregon, who was
formerly resident of this city:
KNAPPA, Oregon, !
May 21th 1888. !
A, L. FONTAINE.-Dear Sir.-YOurs of
May 11th was duly receis ed and here
with enclosed please find five dollars to
apply on my subscription to your paper.
subscribed for the REPORTER Vol. l,
Mol, and ever since have taken it. and
think | was never before SO far delin-
quent in paying for it. You can count
me life subscriber as I should know
very little of the happenings in Wood
County if ! did not peruse its columns
weekly. Twenty years and twenty-five
days since l left Grand Rapids and how
very many then in health have since
passed away. l believe I could name
80 prominent persons who have passed
away during my absence, but fear I
could not think Of 80 more who are still
living there
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

One full set of engraved SILVER
PLATED tea spoons quality warran-
ted for one year. Every set worth
twice the money you pay for the
goods. We offer you from SI.o5
TO SI.I3 worth of goods for only
SIoo and besides will give you
free an Elegant set Of Silver Tea
Spoons worth $500. We want to
touch the chord that vibrates the
public heart in our behalf.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
BuclSIenss Arnica : &fye,

TIE best salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, litter, Cbapped Hands,
Chilblains Corns, and all Skin Eruptions
and positively cures Piles, or no pay
required. It is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction, or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale by w.
L. Wood 4 Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
NEW PAINT.

Henry Lubbock, is the agent for Villas
Bros, pure prepared paint, every gallon
sold on the following guarantee, war
ranted the best mixed paint in the
market. VIII not crack, peal, chalk off
or blister and will last longer than white
lead and Enseed oil. If properly ap-
piled and not equal to our guarantee. we
forfeit paint and cost Of applying Use
no other. The best and the cheapest.
Villas Bros.
IF Chicago. Ill.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
For Sale or Rent.

A two story frame building centrally
located in this city and in good busi-
ness location, will be rented at a reason
able price, or will be sold on easy terms.
For particulars &c. call on B. Silber,
Grand Rapids, Wis. A good opportuni-
V for somebody.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
DECORATION DAY.

The years that have elapsed since the
close of the civil war have served to oh
literate all sectional feeling, and a unit
ed and prosperous nation joins in keep
ing green the graves of all it's beloved
dead. 1t is in this spirit that the pub
Usher Of the New YORK FAMILY STORY
PAPER has had written thrilling and
pathetic romance, peculiarly appropri-
ate to this national holiday, entitled
Faithful Leonore; or, His Grave Kept
Green" In the same paper will also
be found weekly installment of the
'Life and Adventures as a Snowman of
P. T. Brrnum," written by himself, and
equally interesting to the young folks as
well as heads of families. These are
rare literary treats, and those of our
readers who are not already enjoying
them will do well to obtain No. 766 of
the New YORK FAMILY STORY PAPER of
their newsdealer or send direct to the
publisher, Munro's Publishing House,
Nos. a and 26 Vandewater Street, New
York, and receive the paper four
months for ONE DOLLAR, postage free,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
lust RECEIVED.

Ladies straw shades at 20 and
80 cents worth at least double.
Misses and children's trimmed
shades a genuine sumner at 50
cents. Men and boys straw hats
way down. A splendid line of
lawns from 5 cents up. We have
a line of S and 10 cent handker-
chiefs for ladies and gentlemen that
takes the cake. White goods in
endless variety and also the most
complete stock of ladies and child
rem shoes at prices that speak for
themselves. If in need of a paint
or white wash brush we have
complete stock left from the stock
of St Amour & DeMars, Centralia,
which will be closed out cheap.
We still give away free.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
FOR SALE.

A good horse, harness and wagon at a
bargain. Must be sold Immediately.
Any one desiring a good working horse
cheap will do well to look this one over.
For particulars enquire of Kruger &
PhilleO.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

n. Gerard has sold his large residence
in Centralia to Mr. Hoskinson. Consid-
Grafton said to be about $1,000. Mr..
Gerard will occupy the new residence
now in course of erection.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

Milwaukee Driving Park, trotting and
pacing races. For the above gathering
to be held at Milwaukee, June 26th to
29th. Excursion tickets viii be sold by
the c. NJ. & st. P. Co., at S6.44 for the
round trip from Centralia tickets on
sale June 25th to 2Sth good to return
until June 30th.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

The following item taken from the
Stevens Point Journal will be of inter
est to some of the readers of the REPoR-
TER: Died, in the town of Almond,
May Is, 1888, Mary Anthony Dickson,
wife Of Walter Dickson, aged So years
and 6 days. Mrs. Dickson was born in
Alexandria, N. Y. May, 9, 1888, and
removed with her parents to Dane Co.,
Wis, in 1914, then to Grand Rapids,
Wis, in 1916. She married Walter Dick
son January l, 1851, and 1854 moved up
on the farm where she resided up to
the time Of her DEATH She leaves q
husband and four daughters, also sis
ter, Mrs. G. W. White, of Lone Pine, to
mourn. Mrs. Dickson was a devoted
wife, wise, afectionate, sympathetic
mother, a good neighbor and trusty
friend, and has passed on to the posi-
bilities of the higher life, having earned
by her life work the commendation of
the master, "Wel done faithful servant,
enter thou into the joys of the Lord"
A wide circle of friends join in extend
ing sympathy to the bereaved family.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31
Steam Yacht.

We have had occasion to speak of this
boat before. We have hoped to see her
long before this, but we are
promised now that time is short before
she will be plowing the Wisconsin
waters. The hull has been tastily
painted and looks far better than she
did
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

Mr.. Byrde Vaughan was called home
from Madison on account of the sudden
death of his uncle Carlos Blake. He
came home Monday to attend the
funeral
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

Capt. e. Mennett, was up from Port
Edwards, on Wednesday to attend the
memorial exercises held by the Wood
County Post 6. A. r. This Office ac-
knowledges a social call.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-05-31

Rev. J. ". Nyvall, the Swedish Luth-
eran pastor, breaches at the City Hall
in Centralia every Wednesday evening.
Services begin at 7:30. Any one con-
versant with the Swedish language is
most heartily invited to attend.