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The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Mrs. Rumpweather EXPLAINS.

WTS. 5UlHp"SdIlItT E<PidIHS.
Il have observed" says Mrs. Bump
weather, that when I am extra kind
to people they think am easy-going
and take advantage of me. But I can
well afford to laugh, because it is per-
fectly true"
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Hand Shaking Dangerous.

FIdHu Sl3dNIIS 1eIISSIVUS'
Bacteriologists recently found un-
der the ingernails Of men, women and
children no less than thirteen differ
ent kinds Of disease germs, including
those Of tuberculosis, diphtheria and
influenza.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Another Try.

Recruiting Ofcer-What's the good
OF coming here and saying you're only
seventeen years old! Go and walk
around that yard and come back and
see il you're not nineteen.-Punch.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Tak;nc a Chance,

do you think the public will stand
for such play?" 'Tm not worrying
about the public" replied the theatri-
cal manager. "All I'm afraid Of is the
police"
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
ALWAYS Unprcftabie,

In labor as in life, there can be no
cheating. The thief steals from him
self. The swindler swindles himself.
Emerson.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Entirely Unnecessary.

It is probably true that Satan never
takes vacation, but there's no good
reason why he should be always work
ing overtime-Washing Post
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Something Rarely Seen,

It is question whether we have
ever seen the full expression Of per-
sonality, except on the imaginative
plane Of art-Oscar Wilde.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

Sirth Of Weil-KnoWn Society.
The first society for the Prevention
Of Cruelty to Animals was founded in
England in 1924 by Mr. Martin, N. P.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
To Prevent China Chipping.

A good way to prevent fine china
and cut glass from chipping while
being washed is to put an old Turk
ish towel In the bottom Of the dish
pan.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

Castor Oil Protects Feet.
Castor oil will prevent feet from
becoming sore on q long walk. It
should be poured on the feet, espe-
cially between the toes.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Perhans He Had None,

Perhaps He Had None.
A fellow has his face shaved, hair
cut, shoes polished, clothes pressed
and hat brushed, then pays no atten.
ton whatever to his dilapidated con.
science.-Toledo Blade.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
NindictivA Animals.

The camel, like the elephant, has
good memory for injuries done to
it, and often takes revenge on its
assailant in an unexpected fashion.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Arkansas Diamonds.

Since the discovery OF diamonds in
Arkansas, in 1908, 1875 stones, aggre-
eating $50 carats, have been found
there.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

rhs enistae That Does Not affect Tho Head
Because Of its tonic and laxative effect. LAxA.
TIVE BRoMO QCININEi Is better than ordinary
Quiniae and does not cause nervousness nor
ringing IN head. Remember the full name and
looE ssS The signature Of =. ". GROVE. zSc,
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
The Way Of Prices.

The news Of an advance in prices
travels much faster than reduction
which may follow.-Atchisop Globe.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
lnvlgorating to the Pale and Sickly

The Old Standard general strengthening tonic
GROVES TASTELESSc chill TONIC, drives out
Malaria .enriches the blood and builds up the sys-
tenn. q tue tonic. For adults and children. 53c
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Nattv Tbnt,eb$

Times Of general calamity and con.
fusion have ever been productive OF
the greatest minds.-Colton.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Great Truth

He who plays the fool will miss
the prize."-Aesop.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

LIABILITIES.
CAPITAL Stock Paid in. %. s 10000 06
Surplus Fund. d.............. 60,0fO 0G
Undivided profits. less cur
rent expenses and taxes
paid. .......... 26,5Nl IS
Due to Banks and Bankers.
Dividends Unpaid, .... -.
Individual deposits subject 10
check. ....... ..... ..... 1905 S.
Savings Deposits. 1924 y
Demand Certificates OF De-
Time Certificates of Deposit. ............
Certified Checks.
Cashiers Checks.
Notes and bills rediscounted .......
Bills payable, including Ger
ti6cateS for money borrow.
ed............ ........... $4,000 %
Other Liabilities, viz: iz:...............
lOGdl. ...s.... .V1fO.CSo W
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17
Optimistic Thought.
The dull world hath need OF you.
tn. Rinht Qccunstlon.

The Right Occupation.
When men are rightly occupied their
amusement grows out Of their work,
as the color petals out Of the fruitful
foHer.-RusGn.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

LIABILITIES.
Capital Stock paid in........ Sl9,350 90
Surplus Fund. 1900 90
Undivided Profits, less Cur
rent Expenses and Taxes
Paid. ....... ............ l,79s 81
Due to Banks and Bankers.............
Dividends Unpaid. -.
Individual Deposits subject
to check. ...... 2.505 Oh
Savings Deposits. 90. %. 1874 IS
Demand Certificates o. De-
poSlt. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..
Time Certificates of Deposit. .......
Certified Checks.
Cashiers Checks ........ 172 68
Notes and Bills Rediscounsed 5,498 IS
Bills Payable, including Ger
ti6cates for Money Bor-
rowed .................. .... 80.
Other Liabilities, viz. ...... go 90
Total. .............S 95. $50 l6
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

Optimistic Thought.
Ones duty is to accept the challenge
of the passing day.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

STATEMENT
OF THE CONDITION OF THE
BANK or MANNING
Located at Manning, S. c.,
At THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS
MARCH 4, 1915.
RESOURCES.
Loans and discounts. .S261, ,681 80
Overdrafts. s................. 1887 95
Bonds and stocks owned by
the bank................ ..........
Furniture and fixtures. ...... 500 90
Banking House. ........... 1850 90
Other Real Estate. .......... -. ......
Due from Banks and Bankers 16,077 66
Currency. 800. .......... 2,055 90
Gold 65 90
Silver and other Minor Coin sos 90
Checks and Cash Items..... LIS 80
Exchanges for the Clearing
house ... ...... ..................
Other Resources, viz:
Total S336 800 10
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

EVERYBODY that visits the farm of Mr..
A. G. Davis near Davis Station. and In
spects his modern tobacco curing barn
comes sway enthusiastic oTer it. The
writer vas questioned about the barn
in Sumter last Thursday and in Colum-
bis on Friday.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

ary %. 1916. Her keel was laid Octc-
Der q, 1913.
The enormous size of the new ship
and the startling rapidity with which
battleship construction had developed,
even before the great war. is indicated
by comparison of the Pennsylvania
with the British battleship dread
naught, first Of all the big-gun-ships in
any navy. The dreaanaught was esti.
mated for 1907. She was designed to
displace 1900 tons, but actually is
considerably larger. In the main bat
terry are ten l4-inch guns with broad.
side fire of six guns and her trial speed
was 21.2 knots.
The Pennsylvania will be equipped
with turbine engines, as is the Oklaho-
ma, the Queen Elizabeth and all OF the
newest English, German and japanese
battle craft. The Nevada will be oper.
ated BY reciprocatiDg engines, while
the California, of the $4,000 class, will
be driven by electricity. One Of the 9th
er two American battleships of the
Califonla class will have turbine en-
gines and the other reciprocating in
line with the navy departments policy
of not entirely abandoning the recipro-
eating type until thoroughly satisia=-
tory marine turbine is found. If the
experiment on the Califonia with cleo
drive. current to be generated by steam
turbines running at high speed, is sue
cesssful, the engine problem may be
solved. 1t already has proved satisfac.
tory in navy collier and the expert.
meut with the Califonia only needs to
determine whether It is equally eff
cient in high power plants.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1915-03-17

Clerk of Court Common Pleas
Clarendon County.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

Thursday. Mrs. Jesse Wilder and
Mrs. Joe Schaben were made members
of this society. Hereafter the meet
ings will be held the first Thursday
of the month. Next meeting with
Mrs. Lewie Keehner.
VIM. Seitz, of Beetown and Miss
Julia Flesch were married at Potosi
Tuesday morning, February 9. Con
CALCULATIONS.
Several from this vicinity attended
the surprise party Wednesday even
ing on Mr.. and Mrs. c. w. Donald
son who will soon move to Cassville.
Mrs. Sam Wilmott and little son
of Potosi visited part of the week
with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Pete Kimmick.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Marriage Licenses Issued.

David L. Farris, Mt. Ida, anC
Mabel Anderson, Woodman.
John Bride and Ellen Egan, both
of Platteville.
Mark G. Miller, Boscobel, and
Velma B. Clark, Fennimore.
VIM. E. Owens, Belmont, and
Grace Dorr, Platteville.
Roscoe Peacock and Gladys earns,
both of SmeIser.
Peter N. Johnson, WingvilIe, and
Mabel Helgenson, Fennimore.
Joe w. Riley, Malior, and Margaret
Ahnen, Hickory Grove.
Chas. Hupenbecker and Minnie
Vesperman, both No. Lancaster.
John E. Graham. No. Lancaster,
and Jennie Jerrett, Lancaster.
Christopher Schafer and Hannah
Peterson, both of Hickory Grove.
Lyle R. Monroe and Hazel NJ.
Horton, both of Patch Grove.
Frank Webb and May D. Drought,
both of Little Grant.
Ramona DeVall and Evelyn F.
Clark, both of Montfort.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
= w. c. 7. U. Meeting

The regular meeting of the w. C.
L. u. for February, met with Mrs.
Geo. Barrows, last Thursday. After
devotionals and regular order of meet
ing, the time was devoted to pro-
gram in honor of Frances E. Willard S
memory. The anniversary of her
death is today, Feb. II. The re-
gular meeting nearest that date is
always held for that occasion.
The program consisted of song by
Mesdames Weyhrauch and Klarman,
quotations and pen points from
Frances Willard by the ladies present.
A sketch of her life was read by
Elma Knox. A number of articles
relating to her work and the responses
of humanity through her labors, was
read by other of those present. An
offering was taken which is appointed
to each local union for the memorial
fund
Frances E. Willard will be re-
membered long after the temperance
reform has become matter of the
past, not only as one who led great
movement, but as one who gave her
life, her talent, and her enthusiasm
TO make the world wider for women
and better for humanity.
She believed THAT Only the
Golden Rule of Christ Can Bring the
Golden Age of Man
Mrs. H. A Studebaker gave a
cordial invitation for the meeting of
March IL tn be held at her home, at
which time Mrs. Klarman will have
a program appropriate to this work
planned for. Mrs. Barrows' home
showed every evidence Of the thought
and consideration she had in mind in
planning and welcoming the ladies for
this special occasion, which was well
attended by the members and five
lady guests, who expressed their in
terest in this cause.
Mrs. Barrows and her niece, Miss
Thayer, served refreshments sufficient
and to spare to the ladies at the close
of the meeting. Miss Watts was the
only lady present who had personally
known Miss Willard, she having en-
tertained Miss Willard in her home
when she was giving her lectures il
the different states and Lancaster wa
honored by her presence.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
ADDITIONAL LOCALS

E. L. Mccoy went to Platteville
Monday.
-Chas. Klarman went to Fenni-
more, Monday.
Judge GoodseIl went to Platte
vile, Tuesday, to hold court.
Branch No. 121 K. of c. of Wis,
held their annual meeting, Sunday.
There will be a meeting of the
brotherhood of the M. E. church, at
the church parlors, this evening, Wed
nesday, at z 30.
Ladies of the M. E. church are
making arrangements for their an
nual rummage sale, to be held in the
near future.
A. E. Budahn has resigned his
place in the Lancaster State bank
and will become commercial
traveller. He has his Cline select
ed, and will start on the road very
soon.
Sunday dinner, served in the
evening is an invocation in the hotels
of Lancaster. But the hotel linda
will start such a service, as may be
seen from their advertisement in
another column.
Special sessions, informal in
character, are being held of the city
council, in which matters of state are
being discussed. A street grader,
macadam roller, fire whistle and
other things are being talked of.
After looking over the field,
Frank G. Meyer has decided that he
cannot afford to accept the position OF
assessor of incomes for the counties OF
Grant and Iowa. The duties are sc
exacting and the compensation is sc
small, in proportion to the laborst
that he finds he cannot we'll under
take the work without surrenderine
his law practice, and to do that is ou
of the question.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Wedding, Vesperman-SChmidt.

On Wednesday, February 10. at
II O'Clock, in the Presbyterian
parsonage, Rev. William Harberts
spoke the words which made Glen
Vesperman and Miss Olive Schmidt
husband and wife. Mr.. Vesperman
is the son Of Mr.. and Mrs. Chas.
Vesperman, of Ellenboro, and Miss
Schmidt a daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
S. Schmidt, also of Ellenboro.
To show the esteem in which these
young persons are held in their home
community a shower was given them
by host of friends, on Tuesday even
ing, in Ellenboro. Immediately after
the ceremony the young couple left
for trip to Madison.
After March they will be at home
on their farm near Ellenboro.
The couple will receive congratula-
tions and good wishes from a host OF
friends.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
BURTON.

special Correspondence TO the AeFala
Mrs. H. i. Slaght and son, Homer,
of Savanna, visited Saturday and Sun
day with relatives here.
Lewie Keehner is nursing very
sore hand. Something of the nature
Of a carbuncle. His brother, John, is
assisting him with his wock.
Miss Dona Iverson, of Bagley,
visited over Sunday with Mrs. Jennie
Pauley.
Ray Mayne is sick and under the
care Of DR.. Kraut
The home talent play entitled The
old Oaken Bucket" which was
presented here Saturday evening was
attended by large crowd consider
ing the inclement weather. Thirty
dollars was realized from the play
and S11.5O from the chicken pie
supper.
Mrs. Geo. Johnson very pleasant!
entertained the Ladies' Aid las
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Methodist Church.
Thos. S. Beavin. Pastor

Thos. S. Beavin. Pastor
$50 Sunday school. Special Mis-
sionary program; all scholars try to
be present.
10 80 Morning worship.
The Bird sermon of series TO
Seek and To Save"
2 80 Junior League.
2 80 Cement school house.
6 80 Epworth League.
7:30 Gospel service. Isaiah
The Statesman-Prophet.
7:30 Thursday prayer meeting
christian loses his brother"
7:3O Friday, Junior Ladies Aid at
the home of Mrs. Geo. Angus.
7:30 Saturday, chorus choir re-
hearsal.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
The First Baptist Church.

1000 Sunday school.
IL 100 Morning worship.
3 100 Services at Dyer.
6 As Young peoples meeting.
z 80 Evening services.
7:30 Thursday evening, regular
mid-week prayer service.
7:3O Friday evening, Bible study
class and choir rehearsal.
Ladies' Aid meets all day Wednes
day with Mrs. /. A. Vesperman.
Special meetings will begin at Mt
Ida February %.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Congregational Church.
Rev. H. A. Stude baker. Pastor.

Rev. H. A. Stude baker, Pastor.
1000 Sunday school.
Hoo Morning worship. Subject:
''The Baptism of Jesus"
GAS Christian Endeavor. Leader:
the Pastor.
1880 Evening worship.
1880 Wednesday services at Ellen
boro.
4:15 Thursday, Pastors class.
7:30 Thursday, prayer meeting.
300 Friday, Ladies Aid will meet with
Mrs Studebaker
700 Saturday chorus choir rehearsal.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Attention odd Fellows

Mississippi Valley Lodge No. Sc,
l. O. 0. F., will hold two special
meetings. Friday, Feb. 10, for mi
tiatory work, beginning at 2 o'clock.
Dinner in Odd Fellows dining room
at 6 O'Clock. Lodge will be called
again at z 80. All members are re-
quested to be present.
j. 7. Webb, Rec. Secy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Lecture Course.

The next attraction at the opera
house will be the WEIGH Christensen
Co., Wednesday night, Feb. 24. This
will be a dressy, high class entertain
ment. Reserved seats, SO cents;
gallery, So; children, 25.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
House for Rent or Sale.

The large Calls House, opposite the
Lancaster House. One block from
Court House square, electric lights,
bath and toilets. All papered and
painted inside. In fine shape and
suitable for a boarding or roomlng
house. r. Meyer Jr or j. A. Mccoy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
CHURCH DIRECTORY
Presbyterian Church.

Sunday school at 9 As.
Morning worship, 10:45.
Hurricane Sunday school 2 80
Divine service 3 80
Boice Creek services at z 80.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
friends
Darlington, Wis, Feb.

j. D. Hatch: Sir:-I understand
you have the WEIGH Christianson
Co., billed to appear there. Well,
you can't boost them too highly.
We had them here for our Masonic
banquet and entertainment and they
are great. The finest of the kind
that has ever been in Darlington.
They are artists and will be sure
to please.
(signed) John F. Hoskin'
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Notice

My wife, Mary ]. Cranage, having
left my bed and board, will not be
responsible for any debts contracted
by her hereafter.
Dated, Feb. 3, 1915.
Matt j Cranage,
Town of Waterloo, Grant Co., Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Clover Seed Wanted.

l want to buy strictly choice, re-
cleaned Medium Red Clover seed. Will
pay $500 bushel for choice, recleaned
seed. Send sample at once, and state
number of bushels you have to sell.
L. c. Brown, Lagrange, Illinois.
50W3c
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
Mixed Metaphor.

''Why do you want to run an auto
mobile%' ITO keep in the swim. =
Baltimore American.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE-Oak and Eastwood lum-
Der. dry and under shelter -2x4's,
sheathing, flooring, etc. Vesperman
Bros, Lancaster. 38tfc
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE-Eight-room house and one
lot in first ward Lancaster. Inquire
of E.. J. Morse. 46tfc
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE-Dapple gray mare 6 years
old, sired by Lancaster Co. horse,
Weight 1900 lbs. could be made to
weigh 400 lbs, perfectly sound in
every way. Gus Posey, Lancaster,
Wis 46tfc
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE-Three Shorthern bull
calves from 9 to IL months old, by
Paul Spiegelberg, routes, Lancaster.
48w6p
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

Health Hint
If you fall out OF a window fan az
instead Of d0wn
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE The Aug. Poke residence
on south Madison St., phone or write
for best price of
Aug. Mike, Executor,
Acts Potosi, Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALES Duroc Jersey sows bred
for April farrow, all eligible to record
pedigrees go with them if wanted.
w. A. Johnson, Lancaster, Wis. 47tf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
WANT ADS.

FOR SALE-Two fresh COWS and five
heifers to freshen in May. See Peter
Hoffman, Route l. 51tf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE - Choice Duroc Jersey
Brood Sows. Fay Barstow.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

Try The Herald job printing. First
class, prompt and particular work.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR SALE-12 or Is good brood sows,
coming one and two years old,
bred for April farrow. See Chester
Hannun. 0ltc
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOR Highly improved IS acre
farm, about LIZ miles west of Ian
caster. Fay Barstow, Route 5, Ian
caster Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17
BUSINESS MANAGER
WANTED

Capable, reliable man to represent
us in every county. Big money for
good workers. Business has been es-
tablished for over forty years and is
thoroughly honorable and permanent
Product is widely and favorably
known and easy to sell. The oppor-
tunity is unlimited for the man with
initiative, energy and the desire to
create for himself an income that
should increase from year to year.
Write today for full particulars.
MONUMENTAL BRONZE CO..
Box F, Howard Ave-. Bridgeport. Conn.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

FOUND-Lady's mesh bag containing
sum of money. Owner can recover
same at Herald Office by proving
property and paying charges.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1915-02-17

live wire to sell a first
class line of silos and silo filling
machinery in this territory, write and
get particulars. 858-27 St.
51-3t. Pd. Milwaukee, Wis