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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

Lily, aged Is, her daughter. Edna Muir
Celia, aged u, another daughter, .........
....."Constancc Cross
Gllza Morris, .Lottie Mahoney
Edna Morrison, visitor ............ Laura Drumb
Emma morrisy, girl looking for work-..........
...................... ........... Laura Podawitz
Anna. Mrs. Grangers servant girl.................
........... ................. ...-Lenore Mccarthy
Jenny Granger, a cOuSln............""..Anna Klug
After the play the West Side High
School orchestra played a very nice
selection. This organization. CON
sisting Of Frank Natwick, Hugh
GOgginS, Selmer Chose, Fred Ebert
and VIM. Mobiles, covered themselves
with glory and gave evidence of some
fine musical talent.
The program tttingly closed with
the singing Of America to the accom-
panimcnt Of the orchestras of the
Howe High school, West Side High
school and Howe Eighth grade.
The Judges, Judge w. J. Conway.
Atty. Theo. w. Brazeau and Mrs. B.
+. Goggins, unanimously gave their
decision as noted above-Edna Muir,
first; HerOld Arpin. second: Laurie
Drumb, third. While their verdict
gave universal satisfaction many were
heard to say that they did not envy
the judges. The declamations were
so uniformally good and of such high
grade that it needed first-class
unbiased Judgment to make decision.
Many there were who said that the
affair was fully up to the standard of
the average High School commence
ment.
Financially the entertainment was
the most successful of it's kind yet
given, netting S4721. This together
with sl7.OO, the proceeds of a similar
entertainment last year, is to be used
to nuy statuary for the new High
School assembly room.
We are of the opinion that if the
event we're made an annual one much
profit would result. The beautifying
OF the school room is a laudable object
and the training Of such contest can
not help but make for good.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

The first defamation on the program
was the "Pilot's Story" delivered by
Edna Muir The general opinion on
this selection is best reflected by the
decision of the judges who awarded
Miss Muir first place.
Next came HerOld Arpin with
"Connor," a pathetic composition in
a deep Irish brogue, and that it was
we'll delivered is evidenced both by
the decision Of the judges, who gave
it second place, and by the hearty
applause that it evoked.
A piano solo, The Alpine Storm"
was next realistically rendered by
Mabel Bliss, assisted by Isabel Demitz
as reader. The theme dealt with an
Alpine thunder storm and the com
position lost none Of it's beauty in the
rendering.
The next number. "The Street
Musicians" by Rena Philleo, was very
we'll given indeed. Miss Phllleo
attempted an extremely difticult
piece and acquitted herself well. She
was followed by Anna Klug with
"king Robert of SiCely." Every line
of LongfelloWs beautiful conception
was properly brought out by the
speaker ana tne WnAle effect showed
that great care had been given every
detail. Miss Klug must have made a
thorough preparation in order to make
50 favorable an impression as the
applause and comments of the audience
betokened.
The second part Of the entertain
ment was opened 10y the ''Song of
Love Waltz by Angelic, EleOnore
and Phillip Gouger. 1t goes without
saying that it was well played.
Cora Wright followed with 1.-The
Black Horse and his Rider" Miss
Wright has the gift of true eloQuence
and it is doubtful whether any of her
hearers missed having thrill OF
patriotism as she pictured the death
ot the Steed and the wounding of his
rider.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26
WEEKS SOCIAL EVENTS.
MERRY TIMES BEFORE LENT BEGINS
Surprise and Birthday Parties The Main
Features Other Events Which Helped to
Entertain the Pleasure Seekers.

On Friday evening, Feb. 20th ut $3.50
O'Clock sharp company of nineteen
persons consisting of some Of the old
soldiers and their wives were rounded
up" in one of Mcdonald s Brooks
roundabout SleighS, and started on a
journey to the town of Rudolph, their
destination being the home of our
respected friend and comrade J. NJ
Lessig. The party was made up of
the following persons: MeSSrs. and
MesdameS Samuel Parker. Vine Wales,
Lafayette Porter. t. J. Cooper, Mrs.
F Beadle, Mrs. n J. Boucher, Mrs
D. E. Carey, Mrs. r. Carey and baby
Emmett, Mrs. g. w. Baker, Mrs. j.
j. Hazard and Mrs F. Jackson,
Messrs. Thomas Burr. NJ. S. Pratt
and Henry Pellersel.
Nothing out of the ordinary
happened while enroute to their
destination, except that it might be
mentioned that the 'soldier boys"
were overly anxious to show their
gallantry to the ladies, and were very
attentive and exhibited great care in
seeing that the robes were properly
adjusted and that the jacket collars
were in place. The sleigh-load finally
reached it's destination in safety. and
found cOmrade LeSsig and family in
good health and enjoying the COM
forts Of d most costly and luxurious
and modern built home. The house
is two story brick building finished
in hardwood throughout. We under
stand that Mr. LeSSig manufactured
his own brick and lumber that was
used in its construction. His daughters
planned the house and his sons did all
Of the carpenter work. The third
floor, or attic Of the house is large and
rOOmy and contains a wonderful
display of mementUS, the result of his
sons success in good craftsmanship
and fine skill in mounting the heads
of deer, and also their knowledge of
tanning the hides and modelling them
into beautiful and useful rugs. a
display consisting of bear, deer, fox
and raccOOn skins.
A most elaborate spread was served
by the ladies Of the corps and Mrs.
LeSsig'S daughters When supper
was announced the ladies were
escorted into one dining room, and
the gentlemen took possession of
another where they did ample justice
to most excellent coffee. sandwiches.
cold meats, pickles and different kinds
of cakes and fruits. A social time
was enjoyed by ALL and singing old
army songs was one feature of the
evenings entertainment. The return
trip home was uneventful and every
one will keep in remembrance this
outing as very pleasant one, and one
long to be remembered.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26
Women and Jewels.

Jewels, candy, flowers. man-that
is the order Of a woman's preferences.
Jewels form magnet Of mighty power
to the average woman, Even that
greatest Of all jewels, health. is often
ruined in the strenuous efforts to
make or save the money to purchase
them. If a woman will risk her
health to get coveted gem. then let
her fortify herself against the in
siduous consequences of coughs, colds
and bronchial affections by the regular
use of Dr.. Boschce'S German Syrup.
1t will promptly arrest consumption
in its early stages and heal the affected
lungs and bronchial tubes and drive
the dread disease from the system
1t is not a cure-all, but it IS certain
cure for coughs, colds and all bronchial
troubles. You can get this reliable
remedy at ali drug stores. Price 25c
and 7oc. &. G. Green, Woodbury., n.
|J.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26
The Easy Pill.

DeWitt's Little Early Risers do not
grippe nor weaken the system. They
cure billiousness, jaundice, constipa-
ton and inactive livers, by arousing
the SecretiOnS, moving the bowels
gently, yet effectually, and giving
such tone and strength to the glands
OF the stomach, liver and bowels that
the cause of the trouble is removed
entirely. These famous little pills
exert Il decided tonic effect upon the
organs involved, and if their use is
continued for a few days there will be
no return Of the trouble.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

T. W. Cole, of Two Rivers, Wis.
was here Thursday representing the
Two Rivers Knitting Mills who
manufacture sweaters, cardigan
jackets, hosiery, skirts etc. Mr.. Cole
is brother of D. J. Cole, member
of the firm OF Spafford, Cole & Co.
He left the ministry on account Of
his health and is in hopes Of regaining
the sane by travelling on the road.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

Henry Specha, a young man who
lives in the town Of Port Edwards,
was arrested charged by Fred Weitzcl
with carrying concealed weapons.
He was arraigned before Justice
Brown Tuesday and plead not guilty.
Case was adjourned until next Mon
day. He gave a $50 bail. This case
has the ear marks of neighbor troubles.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

We have the Oldest, Larg-
est and Best advertising me-
dium In Wood County. Use
the :REPO RTERo col
umns and you will reach more
subscribers and readers than
0g any otner newspaper in
Southern Wood County.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26
MISS BELLE DILLON At G.lVA, ILL.
The Burial Took Place in This City Saturday
Thomas E. Whitman Passes AWAY
AT Rudolph.

Mr.. and Mrs. G. VI. Dillon have the
sympathy of their many friends in
this city in the sudden and most
unfortunate death of their daughter.
Belle. who was burned to death while
serving a cousin in Galva, Illinois. as
hOuSekeeper. 1t appears that while
in the discharge Of her household
duties on Wednesday, February Is,
while in the act of STOPPING to take
the baby from the floor. her dress
skirts touched red hot stove which
Immediately ignited her clothing. AS
soon as she discovered that her skirts
were burning, she carried the little
one into an adjoining room where she
deposited it upon bed, and then
gave attention to her rapidly burning
clothing. She dispatched the oldest
child to the neighb0rs for help and
when the lady arrived, instead of
lending assistance, ran out upon the
street calling lire and LETT Miss
Dillon to fight her own battle with
the fire which in this case proved a
serious one. When help finally
arrived, her clothing was completely
burned off from her and her body so
badly burned as to be beyond all
human help and expired about one
hour after.
Belle Dillon was nineteen years of
age and the idol Of her aged parents.
She had gone away from home on a
mission Of love and duty to assist a
cousin in the care of three helpless
little children who had lost their
mother. Her remains were brought
to Grand Rapids for interment and
reached here Saturday. The funeral
service was held at the home of VIM.
II. Brown in the afternoon at three
O'Clock, Rev Peterson of the NJ. E.
church officiating. Miss Dillon was
An accomplished young lady and
highly thought of by ali her friends
in Grand Rapids where she lived for
many years and received her educa-
tlun. She will be greatly missed in
the family circle where she had been
a great comfort to her parents. Her
funeral service was largely attended
and her remains deposited in the
family lot at Forest Hill cemetery,
under the ritual service of the NJ. E.
church.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

The pleasant home of Mr.. and Mrs.
John B. Arpin was the scene of a
pleasant gathering on Tuesday night
in honor of Mrs. Arpin'S 2Sth and Mr..
Arpin's 29th birthday. A few of the
neighbOrS and friends walked in upon
them, the host and hostess gave them
full possession of the house. The
dining room and kitchen were cleared
of tables and chairs, rugs, ETC., and
Joseph Fisher furnished the necessary
music upon an accOrdian and the
guests entered into spirit of 80 du
Iieber Augustine" ''Herr Schmidt,
Herr Schmidt, was bringt dir Julchen
midt" and ''MItt die hande Klapp.
Klapp, Klapp," etc. and also a real
Old-faShiOned German 'hop waltz"
Nearly every one had a part and
enjoyed these German dances and
those who could not dance or did not
feel SO inclined played ''Shafskopf."
Refreshments were served and a most
pleasant evening was enjoyed. The
party broke up reluctantly before y
O'Clock. The following persons were
present: Messrs. and Mesdames A.
G. Otto, E. S. Renne, J. j. Looze, f.
L. Steib A. L. FOntaine, P. Mccain
ley, Joseph Fischer. Antoine Wipfi,
n Reiland, Mesdames H. NJ. Sander
son, |. e. Dunayen, Frank Carey, Mrs.
+. NJ. Billmeyer. E. |. Philleo and
Misses Nora SIattery, Kate Mccarthy
and MesSrs. Dominick Reiland aud
John Cepress,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

Thomas e. Viii tman, an old settler
in the town of Rudolph, this county,
died "Wednesday, Feb. 18th of paralysis,
aged Is years 10 months aud % dayS
aud had he lived until March 24th
would have been 10 years of age. Mr..
Whitman was pioneer in the town
of Rudolph and a good Christian
gentleman. He was charter member
OF the Methodist church in Grand
Rapids.
Thomas E. Whitman was borG in
Goshen, Orange county, n. Y, March
"A. 1874. He lived in Chemung Co..
n. Y, until he was Il years of age.
when he moved to Elmira, from
which place he came to Rudolph,
Wood Co., Wis, in 1856. At that
time there were but Sly families living
in that town. In EImira he was
married to Miss Jane Van Epps, of
Homer, Courtland county, n. Y.
Seven children were born to them,
four of whom survive him. The year
after coming to Wisconsin, in Decem-
Der 1857. he became charter member
Of the NJ, E. church, and as far as is
known he is the last survivor of those
sturdy pioneers who were the first to
Jake SIepS W lllU up LnC banner or the
cross in this wilderness. Mr.. and
Mrs. Whitman always kept open
house for the itinerant preachers and
were first to look after their temporal
welfare. In the passing of this brother
and sister, Mrs. Jane Sampson about
a year ago, the Methodist church lost
two Of their most faithful members.
The day before he was stricken with
paralysis, he appeared to be brighter
and more cheerful than usual, and
had great deal to say of his early
life. For two hours he talked with
his daughter-in-law, telling her of his
boyhQod days, about his mother and
family This proved to be his last
review of old times
The funeral services were held in
this city Saturday morning at the NJ.
E. church where the deceased had
wOrshiped his God for many years,
Rev. W. A. Peterson officiating. A
large number of his friends followed
his remains to Forest Hill cemetery
where they were deposited in their
last resting place under the ritual
service of his church.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

"What'S the matter, old man? Been
losing on wheat?" No, not that,
forgot 10 take Rocky Mountain Tea
last night. Wife said I'd be sick
today" 30 cents. J. E. DAILY,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1903-02-26

are settled. Until such time, Mr.. and
Mrs. BraZeau will make there home
with Mr.. and Mrs. w. Fl. Fl. Edwards
at Grand Rapids The REPORTER
joins their many friends in extending
confidence
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
Carpenters to Organize.

The carpenters of Bisbee are about to form a union with the hope that they will be able to get shorter work day. A meeting has been called for tonight a; the L. & O. restaurant. when preliminary steps will be taken to or ganize- If the carpenters succeed in forming a union it will be the initial organization of that kind to take root ir Bisbee. The printers attempted to band themselves together and get a
 charter from the International Typo graphical Union last winter. but were unsucces sful. prominent contrac- tor of :he city s-a'ed yesterday that so far as he was concerned he would just as soon see a union as not. as his firm was ready to al arv time give the men any concession that they wished It is not likely that the union. if organ. 'zed, will avtsrd 70 the Gopher Queen f'rce oF men. hut will be confined to 'ha ra1'-s of hose who are in the em-
 0lo~ of contractors.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
:W6en zbe Judge
 AkDoke From S5ese:

There WIS no mistake about 1t, the judge Was asleep. The embarrassed young lawyer. who had reached the telling point of his argument, spoke in "A higher key, and then raised his voice until the walls of the room reverbef- ated. But the judge slept on.
 The court officers were blind ts the young lawyers hints. Al. last in des- operation he turned to his opponent
 Now. MT. Grubber, you see the deli seate situs ton am in, and there's only ,ene way out. Unfortunately I haven t any books with me, but ifryou doH't mind I anl going to knock over that pfie of yoprs."
 With a well directed gesture the young lawyer struck the books. and they. as well as the chair oD which they had been standing. went down with a terrific crash just as his aston isbed opponent leaped to his fert and exclaimed:
 -"But I do most empha1ically object.
 And the judge, withent raising his head from the position ii had been, Oc- lcupying for the Hast fifteen minute2 re- piled with all b1s wonted dignity:
 "'Jeetjoa ioxarruled- ,fe; k Press.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
SMALLER NEWS NOTES.

NIcFarland is registered at the CHnne~ Ouaen from Cananea.
 Ike Hauser travelling for Seinshiem- ar Hauser & O., St. Louis house. is in the city.
 F5 Scarborough. formerly in the rprgnr service under Cartain Moss 'ran. is 3 visitor in Bisbee from New No'-ic7- where he now resides.
 q. 7. Wren has returned to the city "F-e~ an absence of nr~r'h in the Tast. While away Mr. Wren made Tnversl purchases for the Alsacia wine in Sonora. in which he is an own Sr.
 Angius left last evening for Tombstone pe is undecided whether he will visit Cold Camp. where his r"i~o is situated, before returning to Rishee.
 Mrs ". r. Barks is in the city from Cananea.
 MT. and Mrs. l.. c. McEiiirk are wis. ito-s in the ci-v from Capanea who oen'e up to take in the Pythian exer. CiseS.
 George B. Wilcox. clerk of the dis 'rict court at Tombstone. arrived in The r'tv 1ast evening to be present at fhs Pvthisn bannuet which was held ir ITO Conner Oueen hotel.
 Tnde- Sheriff | c. CalIaehan came 0var from the county seat last even irg.
 B Hatrirh. father Of Editor Hattich of The Tombstone Prosrector is in the city. He attended the K. of p. ban uuef last evening.
 Probate Judge F. R. O-Brien is in the city. He win soon assume the duties of superintendent of the Benson re- form school.
 J. x. Gaines. clerk of the board of supervlso-s. was among those who arrived in the city last evening to at tend the banquet et the Copper Queen hoTel in honor of the cornerstone exer- cisns which were held yesterday.
 F-ed ParlahsZs. arotha- Tomb etorei+e was an'ong those who took in Bisbee last night.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
Furersi o+ A. q. Brown.

The funeral of A. \. Brown took place from the Preshy- e~ia- chu -rh yesterday morning al II o'clock. the Pev H M Shields pN- n- ofin'ati"g- The local lodge of Woodmen of the World attended in a body. ln'er- r1ent was in Evergreen cemetery. MT Brown was formerly 'esi6ert Of Bis hee. and while here rraae -s l9~ge nun ha- ,s friends an cf who-- evta~S the'r svnra-hv tC the be~eaveS wlcbw IT her afiicuon.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
To Coexte Offne Here

TO Coczse Offne Here
 B. J. UReiify., county assessor. and S;aco real esta1e and mining broker, was in the city yesterday forrIhe pur nose of making arrangements to re move his office te this city Mir. O'Reil- ly is wen known in this section as a real estate and Uinin2 broker. and hls advent to The list of progressive meT- chants who now ctaim Bisbee- as their home $ looked mon as an omen Of the wisdom of Joe. He has not ie- ci,ted where he win locate his ofices. 7,u- 1T is possible trrat they will be in the Bank of Bisbee building
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
BRIEF CITY NEWS
A Stiff Sentence.

Edward Slawson. the young man who was found guilty Of the charge of embezzlement for having stolen a sad dle from Sutherland and Christy in the Huachucas last month. was sentenced to serve term of seventy five days in the county jail by Justice Mcdonald IL develops from a letter received from Justice of the Peace Tevis. at Tevis ton, where the boys parents reside that he has been a source of trouble tc the olo folks who, as the Teviston let ter says. are the soul of honor. The youth wrote to his father at the time of his incarceration that he was 1T trouble. and wanted s75. It was ir accordance with the instructions of tho father that Judge Tevis wrote thu letter received yesterday.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
In California Schools.

Mrs J. c. Krigbaum. wife of the To- cal street Superintendent, with her four children. left last evening for San Jose, California. where they will re- main for a year Mrs. krigbaum Sces 10 the goIden state for the benefit of her health. while the children will en- ter one of the private educational insti- 'tutions of that section. MT. krig- baum accompanied his family as far as Benson. and will return to this city tCCay.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
Cararean Weds Californian

.Ns7gs reached this city yesterday of the marriage in Riverside. California Of JcSeph s. Bordwsll to Miss Anna Do-rnny Riue. daughter of Captain and Mrs (. T. Rice. pron1nent society peo- ple-cf the California r0wn. MT. Bord- well is well Known ID many residents of Bisbee and Cananeh. The wedding is described as an elaborate one. and was cSs1ebratest out ci G1uDTszamid rich floral decorations. The couple wl44 reside n Canxnea, where 'thecgroom ls employed by 7sie Cana1ea Copper com pany-
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
For Beino Vaqs.

For Being vags-
 Justice Brown had TWO cases a@alnst men charged with vagrsrcy yestereay- ard in both the defenda7ts were found guilty. Officer Casad took them irto camp as being unable to show means If surnurt One a Mexican named Francisco Contrpras. was fined S7.Uo. two Of which were tackled on because he recuired the services of an inter preter H did not have the money. so will work on the streets for seven 1avs. John Nuldocn was in the same fix. hut John conld sneak the language. and got only five days.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
Ccuufas Fcctba all.

From member T last years 8isbee foc-ha1l team who paid the -sme!ter cl'y a visit yesterday il was lea~nef that the Douglas team has heen organi7ed. but has not reported fo~ practice as yet. IL Is said of the Douglas team rhsr II win present 2 more f0rmfa ''e sr-av ara-ust the Team from Bishee this voar nan it did last year and VII hove several old ri7ese Dfnve~s WI are now residents uf the smelte- city.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
rciting Runaway.

Erciting Runaway.
 The double team of Alderman Scott creared considerable excitement yes terday bv running away with a loaded truck Of lumber. No damase was done aside from dumping 1he load. The team was standing neer the side track after having been loaded with lumber. when rhev took fright at nassing en- zine They crossed the little plaza in front of the Conne- Queen store. mar row1v missing bueev which stood at the end of the hitching rail. Two hvstanders made sensational stop of the cam in front of the fire house.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
Hssbee Weddings on Hand.

There are the best of indications tha; Bisbee will soon have two wed 'dings to record. Yesterday in Tomb stone marriage licenses were granted to Nels Manson TO wed Miss Elise Nelson, and Victorino Fabria secured the permission of Probate Judge O'Brien to enter the matrimonial state with Juaaa Rivera.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-09-23
May sasppen opsra Restaurant.

IL was reported at the Opera Clup Restaurant yesterday morning that parties were negotiating for the pur- chase of thai establishment It is said that a caterer is here from To- nopah, New. who is desirous of get ting hold of the kitchen and dining room, but does not care to pay the price asked for the whole establish ment. including bar and fixtures.