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Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Welded AT PALMYRA.
Miss Sadie Fairbrother Takes an low
Nan for Husband.


Palmyra, Wis. Nov. 1T.--[Special.l l.
At high noon today at the residence Of
the brides mother. Mrs. S. Fairbrother,
in this village, Miss Sadie Fairbrother
and A. T.. SEVERN were married by the
Rev. Mr. Barbour. After a short visit
with the groom's parents at Des Moines
Mr. and Mrs. Severn will reside at Cor
with. Ia. where that gentleman is en-
gagged in the drug business.
Chiffon, Wis, Nov. 17.-[Special. i
More than 100 guests will attend the
wedding of Miss Emma Knauf to Fred
Raiche of Marinette at the home of the
brides father on Brooklyn Heights to-
day. The wedding will be the Igranldest
ever held in the city, as money has been
lavishly spent to make it the event of the
season. The brides rousseau cost in the
neighborhood Of $500. The ceremony
will be performed at st. Mary's Catholic
church and several priests from abroad
have arrived to take part in the cere
mOny.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
GUILTY OF MANsLAUGHTER.
Anton Cycosh Convicted of Stoning His
Uncle to Death.

Stevens Point, Wis, Nov. 19-Anton
and Joseph Cycosh, two Polish residents
of Polopia, this county, were brought up
for Ig4aI in the circuit court for stoning
their uncle, Joseph Cycosh, to death
near their home last April. Upon the
conclusion of the states testimony the
defendants attorney moved that the
younger brother, Joseph, should be dis
charged since the testimony of the state
failed to incriminate him. This request
was granted by Judge Webb Anton
then expressed his willingness to plead
guilty to manslaughter in the fourth de-
gree if the charge of murder was altered
to that effect. His request was also
granted. He will probably get two years
at Waupun.
Mansion, Wis, Nov. 19.-Henry
Biankenheim entered a plea Of guilty to-
day before Judge Wyman to a charge of
placing Instructions on the track of the
st. Paul railway and was sentenced to
prison for one and a half years.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
WORK FOR COUNTY BOARD.
Several Important Matters to be Consid-
cred at Fond Ciu Lac

several Important Matters to be COnSId-
cred at Fond du Lac.
Fond du Lac. Wis, Nov 16.-[Spe-
cial. 1.-The closing week of the county
board is here and the members will have
their hands full disposing of the large
amount of business which is in the hands
of the various committees. The Kelley
cure bills will have to be disposed of, a
superintendent elected for the work
house, a janitor chosen for the court
house and a board of trustees elected for
the county insane asylum. The indica-
tions are that Rev. w. D. Cornell or
John Horey will be chosen as superin-
tendent Of the Workhouse. O. A. Bon
nell will without doubt be the janitor for
the ensuing year and the old board of
trustees of the asylum will be reelected
The members of the board will be taken
out to the asylum and poorhouse tomor-
row where they will be entertained by
Supt handkerchief. So far no bills have
been cut, but some large ones presented
during the latter part of the week are
sure to be considerably shaved before
they are passed upon.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
WIDOW ON THE STAND.
Testimony in the Houston Murder Case
at Wausau.

Wausau Wis, Nov. 19.-[SpeciaL1
In the Houston murder case the after
noon yesterday was devoted to proving
the facts of the murder and inquest, the
distances, measurements and locations in
volved in the crime and referred to in the
testimony.
This morning Emma Houston, widow
of the murdered man, since married to
his brother has been on the stand She
testified to the facts and circumstances
Of the crime, the intimate relations be-
tween her family before marriage and the
defendants, the immoral relations be-
tween herself and the defendant Lord
and the attempts of Lord and her father
to get her to leave her husband.
The cross-examination which bids fair
TO be very exhaustive, disclosed many in
consstencies in the testimony she has
given at three different times, the in
quest, the preliminary examination and
the former trial.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
BOOM FOR APPLETON.
New Envelope Factory to be Established
at Once.

Appleton, Wis, Nov 17-[Special.I-
The Kimberly & Clark company, paper
manufacturers, will shortly begin the
construction of an envelope factory here.
The plant is to have capacity Of 1900,
600 envelopes day, and is intended to
use the product of the company's Telu-
lah paper mill here, in connection with
which mill the new plant will be built.
The plant will employ about fifty men
and girls. Orders for machinery are to
be placed at once and work on the new
building will commence soon.
This project has been under considera-
ton by the company for some time, but
was delayed pending the result of the
election.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
THAWED THE SNOW.
Warm Spell Welcomed by Loggers at
GrantsDurg.

GraNESDurRs
Grantsburg, Wis. Nov. 17-[Special.l
The loggers are happy. The recent
snowfall in the unfrozen swamps would
prevent work in the lowlands this win
ter. Now the warm weather of the past
few days has thawed the snow and this
is the reason for joy among them. Since
the Mckinley election logging activity
has spurred up some, but the seasons
cut will be but one-half of the usual cut
or about 2OO,0OO,OOO feet.
The county board is in session here
the first time since last March,
Attorney Maxwell has served writ
of mandamus on County Treasurer Toll
Lesson for the town of Marshland, who
claims to have some $4,000 due from the
to the county. This is the second time
this case comes up, Referee Matthews
of Menominee deciding it once in favor
Of the county.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
STOLE $3.50 IN NOTES.
Chippewa County Farmer Suffers Heavy
Loss.

Chippewa Falls, Wis, Nov. 17.-John
Young of the town Of Wheaton says
that he lost by theft $3.50 worth of notes
which were taken last Friday afternoon.
The notes were made payable to his
daughter, Miss Lettie Young-one for
$3.50 made payable in one year and one
for $500 payable in two years.
Both notes were issued two months
ago and since that time Mr.. Young had
them safely secreted, as he thought, in
an iron kettle in his granary. Last
Friday he was called upon to make a
payment on debt that came due, and
when he visited his granary to inter
view the treasure pot. the notes were
missing, together with some other small
yaluahles consigned there.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
New COMPANY Formed.

Madison, Wis. Nov. 16.-[SpecialE
The Augusta Mining company of Au-
gusta, Eau Claire county, filed articles
of association with the secretary of state
today; capital $.95, 900: incorporators, j..
G. A. Rick and A. G. Cox. The Martin
Creamery company of Dunkirk, Dane
county. filed notice OF dissolution.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
NUMBERING ON BLACK RIVER.
Output This Winter is Estimated at SO,
900. 900 Feet.

Black River Falls, Wis., Nov. 49,
Especial. 1.-The numbering interests on
Black river are slow to materialze this
season and all indications point 10 the
lowest output in the history of the trade,
The estimates for this winter does not
exceed 50,000,000 feet. which is about
one-half of last seasons output
Marinette, Wis, Nov. 19.-[SpeciaL]
A $4,000 lumber deal has just been
consummated here as. resGlt of the
election Of Mckinley. w. j. Davis and
II. G. Merryman have sold 100000
feet of common lumber to the South
Side Lumber company of Chicago at
a price ST better per thousand than the
old prices that prevailed during the sum-
mer The lumber will be shipped be-
fore the freeze-up. by water.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
ENLARGING THEIR FACTORY.
Ripon G1ovemakers Satisfied that Pros
Derity is at Hand.

Ripon, Wis, Nov. 19-[Special.]-
Messrs. Bouton & German, proprietors
of the Ripon Glove factory, have COM
menced the construction of a factory
with twice the floor space of their pres
ent quarters. The structure is to be To-
30x1OO feet. The engine and boiler
room will be separate. It is expected to
employ from IS to 100 workmen, where
40 are now engaged. The extension of
their field of operation is a direct result
of the recent election. Both Of the pro-
prietors were among the foremost lead
ers of the Young Mems Mckinley and
Hobart club, which did such effective
work during the campaign.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
STATE BOARD IN SESSION.
Work of Auditing Bills for State Insti-
tutiOns.


Madison, Wis, Nov 16.-[SpeciaL]
The state board Of control is in regular
monthly session at the capitol Besides
the usual work of auditing bills for ex-
penses for the several state institutions
bids will be opened for the installation
for the deaf at Delavan and for pump
ing machinery for the home for the
feeble minded at Chippewa Falls.
Judge w. p. Lyon Of the board has
just returned from a visit to the state
conference Of charities of Indiana, just
concluded at Richmond. The judge says
that while there are some things in the
Indiana system which are better than
Wisconsin's there are other points in
which Wisconsin is ahead, so that he
was able to impart as well as receive
information.
Mr. Ellsworth has just returned from
visit to the Illinois convention at Spring
field.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
VERDICT OF GUILTY.
David Grenion Held Responsible
for the Killing of MARCEL
US Baribeau.

Oconto, Wis, Nov. 18-[special.-
The jury in the case OF David Grenion,
on trial for causing the death of Mar
celus Baribeau in the town of Stiles on
September 16, brought in verdict of
manslaughter in the fourth degree.
An effort is being made to obtain
jury in the Swanson murder case. The
present session of court will close
Thanksgiving week. as the Brown coun-
ty term convenes the following Monday.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Culinary Mention.

fond du Lac, Wis. Nov. 17.-[Special.]
Mrs. Mariana Pratt Wyatt died yes
terday at her home in this city after an
illness covering period Of several
months. The deceased was IS years OF
age and had been resident Of this
CITY for upwards of thirty years The
services connected with the burial of
Mrs. Wyatt We're held at 100 o'clock
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
GOES BACK TO JAIL.
Capt. McMaster, Who was Par
doned by Gov. Uphan, Sem
fenced Again.

Madison, Wis.,, Nov. 1S.-[Special.]-
Capt. Harry B. McMaster will have to
serve two terms in prison for embezzling
$4,000 from the Eau Claire National
bank, of which he was assistant cashier
and his second sentence is worse than
the first. His first sentence was for three
years from the state court, and he was
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
SPOoKS AROUND PALMYRA.
Farm House Where Spirits Play at All
Hours.

Palmyra, Wis, Nov. 19.-[SpeciaL]-
The latest local sensation is a house on
the outskirts Of the town, occupied by
tenant, currently reported to be haunted,
a report due to the fact that all sorts of
unaccountable noises are going on at in
tervals of all the twentyfour hours of
the day. The building is simple, one
and a half story. isolated farm house,
with no space for secret chambers or
concealed mechanism and the uncanny
sounds therein are testified to by former
and present tenants.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Houohton Nuptial Event.

Houghton, Mich. Nov. -[Special.ll-
Miss Nettie Gardner was married this
morning to John d. Ryan, prominent
Young business man of Denver, the cere--
mony taking place at the residence OF
Carlos D. Sheldon, congressman-elec
Mr.. and Mrs Ryan will reside in Den
yer after January /.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
LOOKING FOR A WITNESS.
Redpath Says Capt. Terry Can Clear Him
of the Murder Charge.

Marinette. Wis, Nov. 19.-James
been there for a week hunting for an
important witness and who may clear
him of the charge of murder.
His name is Capt. Terry and he is an
old settler. At the time Mollie Bev-
eridge was murdered he was living on
the homestead next to that of Redpath
and Beverage.
Terry was in the house where it was
committed. He was the first man there
and saw things as they actually were.
Redpath claims that the circumstances
as seen by Capt. Terry were such that 1t
would free him of any charge of com
plicity in the crime AS vet the much
wanted witness has not been located.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
KILLED THE RESOLUTION.
Appropriation for the Feeble-M1ndea
Home will Stand.

Chippewa Falls, Wis. Nov. I0-[ope-
ciaI. 1.-The fight which has been IN prog
ress between certain members or the
county board and the board Of super
visors, proper of this county, relative TO
nriate $1,000 to the Home for the Fee
bie-minded, was finally settled at meet
inc of the board today, a majority of the
members voting against the repeal OF
fhe appropriation.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Green BAY Factory to Start.

Green Bay, Wis, Nov. 19.-[SpeciaI.I
The Judge of court in Outagamie coun-
ty has given Peter Reuter-, assignee of
the John Hoberg Paper Mill company
of this city, which made an assignment
two weeks ago, authority to start up the
factory again. Operations will COM
mence at once, giving employment to
thirty skilled workmen.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
IS MRS. M'DOUGALL INSANE?
Strange Actions of the Marinette MUIR
deress in Jail.

Marinette, Wis, Nov. 19.-[Special.1 +
Some people here believe that the little
brunette who killed her husband, Archie
McDougall, is insane. There is some
reason for this from the statement of
her brother-in-law, Aleck McDougall
He visited the little murderess in her cell
to see if she knew whether her dead hus-
band left any bills. After a short bust
ness call Mrs. McDougall dazed Aleck
by saying. "How long are you going to
keep me in here?" She believes she is
but serving a short sentence in the coun-
ty Jail and doesn't realize the enormity
of her crime in the least.
She appeared in justice court this
morning, but the examination was adj
iourned a week. Mrs. McDougalls
cheeks were rosy and she looked in per-
feet health
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Child BADLY Scalded,

Wausau, Wis, Nov. 1S.-[Special.l-
Carl Bazaskooski and wife of the town
of Pike Lake went to church Sunday
and left their children, four in number,
and from 13 years to 10 months of age,
at home. When they returned they
found that the youngest had in some
way been scalded horribly and shortly
after their arrival died.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Many Important Gases.

In the circuit court today was taken up
the criminal calendar. and the attention
of the court is now occupied with the
case Of the state VS.. John Kuepper of the
town of Menasha, charged with burg
larry. Kuepper is charged with being an
accomplice % the notorious WEIGH boys,
who for several years terrorized the
town Of Menasha and neighboring re-
gions along the shore of Lake Winneba-
go, near the Twin cities and Appleton.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
FOR BETTER HIGHWAYS.

Appropriation Made by the Jackson
County Board.
Black River Falls, Wis, Nov. H.
ESPECIAL. 1.-THE question of good high
ways occupied the attention of the coun-
ty board at its recent session, and as a
result an appropriation Of several hun
dred dollars was made to the various
towns to aid them in the work. The
board has also purchased a stone-crush-
err, with a capacity of fourteen tons per
hour. which will be set up in this city.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
NOVEL ATTEMPT AT SUICIDE.

Two Rivers Man Tried to Batter His
Brains Out.
Two Rivers, Wis, Nov. 17.-[Speciall
H. Gresch, while in fit of despond-
ency, attempted to end his life in a novel
and entirely original manner by beating
his brains out with an ordinary ham
mer. Timely interference, however,
checked his intentions and he is now con-
fined to bed nursing a badly-battered
head
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Hardware store Robbed.

Boscobel, Wis. Nov. 16.-ESpecial.]-
Muscoda was entered by burglars Satur-
day evening and a lot of revolyers and
cutlery were taken. Within the last
month twelve robberies have been COM
mitted in this county including two post
offices
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
SOLD THE FRANCHISE.
BondhoIders Purchase the Electric Sys-
TENS at Eau Claire.

Eau Claire. Wis, Nov 17.-[Special.1
The franchise and property of the
street car and electric light, systems OF
this city were sold today by order of
the federal court, the sale having been
adjourned from October f. Both prop
critics were purchased by e. A. Noyes
of Portland, Me-, representing the bond
holders of the defunct companies, for
GOO 600
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23

the new Cargill elevator here, was at
tempting to loosen some pulleys, the
shafting upon which he stood fell, throw
ing him to the floor, distance of TWEEN
ty-fve feet The bone of his right leg
was shattered and he was also badly
bruised about the body.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
FELL THROUGH A WINDOW.

Manitowoc Lad Has an EpiIeptic Fit in a
Barber Shop.
Manitowoc. Wis, Nov. 17.-[Special.l-.
Norman Hansen, a south side newsboy
who is subject TO epilepsy, while stand
ing in the barber shop of Houghton
Bros. fell backward through the win
dow front and out on the sidewalk. The
lad fortunately did not receive any in
iurV
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
BETTER MAIL FACILITIES.
O1nro Merchants Pleased with the Change
in the Schedule.

Omro, Wis, Nov. 17-[Special.l-
About two months ago a petition asking
for an additional mail route was sent
by the postoffice department. and late
Yesterday Postmaster j. M. SAMPLER
received a schedule for the new mail
line. He is advised to begin on Mon
day next, November o. This viii be
of the greatest Importance to the bust
ness men. enabling them to get the Chi
cago and Milwaukee papers and letters
early in the forenoon, and the return
mail will connect with the through train
going south from Oshkosh at 5:55 p. M.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
LOST IN THE WOODS.
Supposed Fate of a Former Stevens Point
Man.

Stevens Point, Wis, Nov. 19.-Gus.
Neumann, a young man who was born
and raised in this city, but who has
made Rhinelander his home for the past
seven or eight years, is reported to be
either lost in the woods or met with a
serious or fatal accident. He was at
Star Lake, some forty miles north Of
Rhinelander, being one of a party in a
hunting trip. He started out in the
woods alone, taking his gun and ammuni-
ton with him, and intended to return in
a few hours. Since then nothing has
been seen of him. Mr.. Neumann is
about 81 years of age.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23

pardoned for good behavior three months
before his term expired. He was still I'M
der Indictment in the Federal court for
violation Of the United State statutes in
embezzling funds of a National bank.
This morning he pleaded guilty before
Judge Bum in the United States court
and was sent back to prison for FIVE
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Charned with FOrgery,

La Crosse. Wis, Nov. 1S.-[Speciall !
w. III. Cutler, claiming to represent the
Electric Cigar company OF West Supe-
charge of attempting to pass forged
checks upon several business men in the
city.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
DISEASE MAY SPREAD.
Five Cases of Diplltheria Discovered il
Marathon County.

Wausau, Wis, Nov. Especial LIN
response to call from Health Officer
Baranowski of the town of Pike Lake.
in this county, Dr. III. L. Rosenberg of
investigate what was thought to be
smallpox. Instead he found malignant
diphtheria, of which five cases had died
and two recovered. The cases were in
a family named Wojtosich and the faith
er refused to employ medical aid. It is
probable more cases will result. as no
spread.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
VERDICT FOR THE HUSBAND.
Dane County Man Awarded $1,000 in a
Damage Suit.

Prairie du Chen Wis. Nov. 17.-An
interesting case was tried in the circuit
court, wherein Albert ]. Rand of Somer-
vile, Dane county, asked $4,000 dam
ages against Frank II. Rood of the same
town and county for alleged alienation
of the affections of his wife. The case
was tried in Dane county, and he was
defeated. In another trial a change
of venue was taken to this county. The
jury here brought in a verdict for the
defendant It is reported that the costs
already amount to $4,000, but, notwith-
standing, notice Of appeal to the Supreme
court has been served.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
SAVED THE EXTRA CHARGE.
Rustiing by the Holt Lumber Company
at OcontO.

Oconto, Wis, Nov. 1S.-[Special.l- 1.-The
Holt Lumber company's crew IN one day
477.OOO feet. The railroads were to
advance their rate from Z to 10 cents the
following day, hence the scramble to save
the difference in freight charges. This
company will establish three logging
camps this winter, estimate their cut at
100000. will buy enough to swell the
new stock to 100000 and have about
100000 old logs left over.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
STOLEN Horse and Carriage Found.

Beloit, Wis, Nov. 1S.-[Special.l IA
horse and carriage stolen Monday night
by men who robbed store at Spring
Grove, in Green county, was recovered
in this city today. The thieves evidently
turned the horse loose here.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23

ty man was finally captured last night
His name is Earnest Profit and he con-
fessed his guilt and is in the hands of the
Illinois officers, in which state the of
Tense was committed
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
TAKEN HOME FOR BURIAL.
Funeral of s. HI. Waggoner at Green Bay
This Afternoon.

This AfternOOM.
Green Bay, Wis, Nov. 17.-[Special.]
w. III. Waggoner secretary of Harris
steamboat line of this city, arrived this
morning with the remains of his brother,
S. III. Waggoner, who died at Forest
River, N. D.. of peritonitis. The funeral
was held this afternoon under the aus
pices of the Odd Fellows and Modern
Woodmen, of which deceased was
prominent member, having held Office in
both societies.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
SOLD BY THE SHERIFF.
The Table Company's Plant at Sheboygan
Disposed OF.

Disposed OF.
Sheboygan, Wis, Nov. 17.-[Special.l-
The plant and stock of the Table com
pany, owned and operated by Bugbee Il
Denison, was sold at sheriff sale yes
terday afternoon to the German bank for
$500. the amount of the claims against
to F. II. Denison, who acquires $1,000
worth of the property. He will work off
the stock and dispose of the machinery
in order to wind UP the affairs of the
concern.
Vilas County news. [volume] (Eagle River, Vilas County, Wis.) 1896-1927, 1896-11-23
Fell from a soafolding.

Green Bay. Wis, Nov. 1S.-ISpeciaLI--
1874 evening while Charles FLYNN Of
minneapolis, mil!wright employed en-