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The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Athletic Jersey sweaters, assorted colors with contrasting stripes; just the thing for winter wear, $9.5O each.
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality First"
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01
CAPITOL CAFE RE.OPENED

The we'll known Capitol Cafe, Mrs. Ayres, proprietor, is open again for business. Best of cooking and ser vice, and a big bill of fare to choose from. If
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

DON'T FORGET:-"The Key" is the original place. Always try "The Key" first.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

The Seward Gateway, published daily and weekly, is the only estab- ished publication of this kind in the district included in government plans.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

A complete line of flannel shirts, priced from $l.5O to $75O.
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality First"
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

IA clever Freuchwoman took a mans black derby and faced the brim with navy blue velvet On the right side she jauntily placed a Spanish coque feather "a subtle compliment to her allies. the Italians. whose Alpine soldiers wear these pumes on their hats.l
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

New consignment of Chinese noodles, twenty-five cents per pound.
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality First"
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01
THE KEY"

Seward-made candies. Johnston Chocolates fresh from the factory Also fruits. 12-16-tf
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

The Gateway can do any sort ot printing done in the states, Do not forget that
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Noodle Cafe. Phone Main III. Tray service receives prompt at- tention. lO-5--tt.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01
l 9 l 0
 A FOREWORD To the People of Seward and Vicinity
A FOREWORD

During 1915 there was gradual and steady improve men in almost all lines of business in the United States ever the previous year 1916 promises to be banner year for the whole country.
 Business in all lines held up we'll for Seward and vicinity bank deposits during 1915 reached total of twice as much as at any previous period.
 The business of this bank for 1915 has been exception ally satisfactory and we grateful to our customers and the general public for the confidence and good will that has been manifested toward to such unusual decree We enter the new year more resOurcefuI and bete equipped than we have ever been to the nan cial needs of our customers
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

We've got the right goods. Come and look them over. Urbachs.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Ladies' and childrens' furnishings at Butts.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Special price on all wall paper, twenty percent off for this week only.
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality First
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Long distance telephone booth al The Branch.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

See the reauy made skirts and waists at Butts.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Percolators, Electric and Common, Casscroles, Fl Grillo-Toasters. Make sensible presents. Buy of SEWARD COMMERCIAL co.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

No advertiser can afford to omit the Seward Gateway.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Smoke the Key special. Always good. Sold only at the Key.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01
PALACE JINGLES

The summers slipping away again, And winters almost here;
 The boys are coming from the hills In search of warmth and cheer.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

All kinds of furniture, mattresses, etc.
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality Frst.'
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Fox's Oyster Cocktails at the Branch.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

SEWARD COMMERCIAL co.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Brazilian Mate is healthful and nutritious tea exquisite flavor, sixty five cents per pound
 Brown & Hawkins, Quality First "
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Dry goods at Butts.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

FOR SALE: English Setter bird dog pup at S25 each. The best of breeding. Eligible for registration Write NJ. D. Snodgrass, Kodiak.
The Seward gateway., 1916-02-01

Come; all you lads from Anchorage When you crave a glass of beer.
 You're welcome as the flowers in May, And no one is siwashed here.
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Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1916-08-07

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Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1916-08-07

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Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1916-08-07
Buyers Choose The
Store that AdVertiSes

Most people pass right by the store that's be-
hind the times and patronze the modern, up
to-date store where all the latest and best
methods of doing business are in use.
he store thar is up-to-date is the one that
adveruses. The very atmosphere about the
store IS reflected in the announcements, for add
vertlslng suggests modern methods-progress
good merchandise and cheerfulness in max
ing suggestions for the busy buyer who hasn't
time enough to try 10 think what is needed.
Then again, the merchant who advertises sells
So much goods that he can afford TO sell cheap
or than others and still make money.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1916-08-07

TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY

Classified ads received after
o'clock viii be put under this
heading and properly rlRsslneA
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
BENEDICTS
ENTERTAINED
Unmarried EIks Banquet the Bene-
diets at Elks Club Last
Evening.

Beautiful appointments were great
Iy in evidence at the seven o'clock
banquet given last evening at the EIks
club by the members of the unmarried
EIks to the Benedicts and their wives.
The club rooms were fragrant with
cut flowers and Halloween decora-
tions further embellished by the beau
tifuI interior Of the club. The ban
quet was a "reaI one, winding up with
real pumpkin pie" After doing JUS
tice to an exquisite course banquet the
guests were entertained by a Scotch
comedian, VIII B. Hunter, of Milwau-
kee, who certainly made good, and e.
licited much favorable comment from
the guests who were delightfully."- sur
prised and pleased with this feature
of the entertainment The entertain
ment was furnished by the Married
Elks. At the conclusion of this pleas
ant diversion the guests repaired to
the ball room where the remainder of
the evening was spent in dancing.
Mr. Hitchcock Of Amigo, and sew
eraI visiting brothers and their friends
from Amigo and Stevens Point were
present.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
AND MEAT
MEN UNITE IN
THEIR DELIVERIES
Donald Johnson has Contract to Make the
Delivery. He Owns the Whole Outfit

Seven of the grocery firms and five
meat markets have entered into a
Cooperative Delivery System by which
all of their deliveries viii be made in
he city Of Grand Rapids. This ar
rangement has been made with Don
aid Johnson who is to have full charge
Of said oelveries. This new system
is hoped to be ready for operation on
or about the 18th of November. For
this purpose Mr.. Johnson has fitted
up a depot at the corner Of Third and
johnson Sts. and will employ eleven
men, and organize the city into eight
deliveries, complying with the eight
wards. 1t will require nine rigs, IS
horses, two drays, an auto truck, be-
sides the baskets, etc, to handle the
business. He expects that in opening
this new service it will be attended
with more or less delay and confusion
but with the Cooperation Of the pa
irons, he will soon be able to have no
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
FORESTERS WILL
ENTERTAIN

The SIS. Peter & Paul Court Of the
Catholic Foresters will entertain to-
night at their regular meeting, in the
Catholic Societies Hall, over the post
office. The following members have
been chosen to give from 10 to 80 min
ute talks. The subjects have been
left to each speaker but it is presumed
that they will discuss such matters
as pertain to their business. Henry
Weiand will talk on Packing Houses.
Harry Kempfert, Street Railway Sys-
TENS, DR.. c. T. Foote, either Dentistry
or Matrimony, Joe Perdzock Paper
Mills and Paper Making, and George
Laprell Curing of Meats and the Kill
ing of Cattle and Hogs. After the
talks a smoker will be held and card
playing.
On November 18th the Foresters will
probably serve a o'clock Turkey din
ner and have some good outside speak
er to give a talk.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
HALLOWE,EN PARTY

Miss Beatrice Hewitt was hostess
to eighteen of her school mate friends
at Halloween party last night at
her home on Washington Avenue. Mr..
and Mrs. A. J. Cowen and Miss Sa-
die CowelI were also present. The
evening was spent in playing games
and roasting marshmaIIows over a bon
fire which was built on the lawn. At
nine o'clock a delicious luncheon and
refreshment were served. Ice cream
had been ordered for the occasion and
when the same was ready to be served
30 and behold" it was gone, from the
shed on the porch where it had been
placed by Mr.. Chambers. Some boys
had played a Halloween trick by
stealing the ice cream. The young
people were disappointed and out of
sorts because the ice cream was miss
ing but Mr.. Hewitt and Mr.. Cowell
went down town and purchased more
SO everything came out all right.
Miss Sadie Cowell, who is an accom-
plished musician rendered several Sc
lections on the piano which were en-
joyed and highly encored.
A most enjoyable time provided
during the whole evening and Miss
Beatrice Hewitt was declared to be
first class entertainer.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
SOMECLASS
TONEKOOSA
Fine Water, High School, Bank, New
Bridge, Cement Roads, and Lighting
System to Be Proud of in NekoOsa.

VIM, T. Jones, Of First avenue south
the well known contractor, who has
been in the employ Of the village of
Nekoosa for the past summer on sew
er work has completed his job. He
had charge of laying of $500 feet of
sewer. There was 500 feet of Is inch
pipe on Point Basse avenue, and 1000
feet on Wood road leading west. Most
Of this was Is inch sewer. That on
the west end was u inch. The village
Of Nekoosa may now feel proud Of
her water and sewer systems as she
now has as fine a system as can be
found anywhere.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

A number of the girls glee club en-
tertained at "Stag Party" last ev-
ening. Supper was served at $50 o.
clock. The forepart of the evening
was spent dancing while during latter
part, the crowd were out serenading.
The following were present: Rhoda
Stein, Bertha Weisberg, Olga Bissig,
lnez McElroy, Mildred Hughes, Cicily
Damon, Alice Damon, Kathlyn Nc
Glynn, Jim" Steinberg, "Sam" Phil
leo, pete" Anderson, cake" Chap
man, "Jack" Mathews, mike" Geo
CHAN, Bill" Barnes, "Jess" Weeks,
Steve" Bogoger, "Tom" Taylor, and
Miss Lantz.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
BIRTHDAY
SURPRISE

Mrs. Geo. w Baker ST., was given
q pleasant surprise on Halloween
night in honor of her birthday. The
ladies of the w. R. c. met at her
home during her absence and made
all preparations for her surprise. It
proved to be a real one. Her tables
were set and supper was all in readi-
ness when she returned. A most de
Iightfu time was lad. The guests
presented her with a pretty gift as a
remembrance of the event. The fol-
lowing ladies were present: Madames
W. A. Owen, F. Il. Lamberton, w. H.
Getts, L. Young, E. c. Smith, Annie
Sweeney, D E Carey, Geo Wales. J.
T. Sherman, S. Y. LcEIr0y.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

An enjoyable evening was spent at
the East Side Lutheran church par
lors. last evening when the choir and
their friends participated in an old
fashioned Halloween party. The
rooms were decorated in pumpkins,
cornstalks, jack-o'-Ianterns and the
spooky ghosts. The reception com
mittee consisting of the Misses Olga
Buerger, Eleanor StafeId and Frank
Manske had prepared a selected pro
gram for the occasion.
The evening was given over to the
playing Of Halloween games, music,
etc, At a late hour refreshments
were served, toasts at the supper be
ing given by Eleanor Stafeld, H.
Rickert and Carl Janke. A special
feature Of the evenings entertainment
was q guessing contest at which the
Misses Fern Knoll, Hazel PIenke and
John Mansle won prizes.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

A help to the fruit picker has been
devised consisting Of broad straps or
sUsDenders to which the fruit basket
or pail is hung by metal hooks in front
u the operator, leaving the hands free
for picking Equipped with this bar-
ness the picker goes about his task
with ease, placing the fruit in the
receptacle in front Of him. He does
not need to worry about its getting
away from him, as the old pail hang
ing on the tree branch often did and
he can strip a tree clean Of its fruit
in much less time with this new con
triVanCe.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

and Davis, it is added, were injured.
Consul Frost has arranged to take
the dispositions Of twenty-eight Am
erican survivors who have proceeded
to Dublin. Thirty-four additional sur
vivors, including fifteen Americans,
are expected to arrive at Cork to-
night.
An Exchange telegraph dispatch
from Slibbereen, where some of the
survivors of the Marina arrived, says
that the steamer was attacked by two
submarines.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

trouble in making all deliveries prompt
t. He urges the people to place their
orders at their respective trading plac-
es early as he expects to run the sys-
tenn On schedule time, the same as a
postoffice system. There will be five
deliveries a day starting at 7:3O in
the morning. In this new delivery sys-
tenn it is expected that the merchants
who are using it will save about 25
per cent in the expense that they have
heretofore incurred.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
STOCKCO.
is GOOD

The Iona Eendeu Stock Co.. that is
playing at the Palace Theatre this
week has been attracting large crowds
each evening. Tonight they have a
good bill, AThe Rosary" a play all
should see. They close their engage
ment in this city tomorrow evening.
The stock company is good one and
putting up good shows for the money.
See them tonight.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

The 900" Club were guests Of hon
or at q Halloween party last evening
by Mrs. Alfred Canning at her First
street north home. The guests were
dressed in costume and were greeted
at the door by silent figure who con
Quoted them to a dark room where
they heard meanings of their ances-
tors. Thruout the house, spooks, and
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

RAIL- '

A Republican Rally was held at the
school house at Port Edwards last ev-
ening, L. NJ. Alexander presided.
All of the Republican county candi-
dates were present. Talks were Civ
en- by District Attorney John Roberts,
Congressman E. E. Browne, and Chas.
E. Briere.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
Many Social Gatherings and Parlles Given in
Honor OF Halloween

ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkin
faces peered at the guests. Hallowe'-
en- was present in every form. After
playing several games of Bridge, first
favors were awarded to Mrs. Edward
Bodette, Jr. During the late evening
an elaborate luncheon was served.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
(J-53 REACHED
GERMAN PORT
After Its Famous Raid Near American Coast

regarding the submarine and it was
uncertain whether the craft was re-
turning to Germany or had remained
on this side Of the Atlantic. There
were various rumors also that it had
been sunk
A search by American warships for
a German secret base along the New
England coast for supplying subma-
rines proved fruitless, according to
naval officers.
The U-53 is over 200 feet in length,
and has a corresponding beam. It
mounts two quickfiring guns and is e
quipped with four torpedo tubes.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
Citizens of U. S. Divers Victims With No
Warning

London, Oct. 81 Six Americans
were killed in the sinking of the Brit
ish steamer Marina, according to a
telegram received by American Con-
sui Frost at Queenstown, says the
Press Association. The telegram de-
clared that ffty-one American had
been saved.
The Americans reported killed, the
Press Association says, were two men
named Brown, two named Thomas
and one named Middleton and one
named Robertson. Men named Miller
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
WILSON CLUB

The Wilson club has now an enroll
ment Of G37 members. At their meet
ing this week, Mr.. Campbell of Chica-
go delivered masterfuI speech that
was well received by his hearers. The
Wilson club will hold another big
meeting on Friday evening when Mr.
Ayward addresses the club.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
jos. WHEIR, JR.
Democratic Candidate
For County
Treasurer.

Mr.. Wheir has asked us to
announce his candidacy for the
office of county treasurer at the
coming general election, Nov.
7, 1916, on the Democratic
ticket.
Mr.. Wheir was born and rear
ed in Wood County and has
spent most of his life in Grand
Rapids.
His industry, sobriety and
cleverness in business has
brought him success in this
field.
He has been honored by the
people of this city by election to
the office of city treasurer and
to the office Of city clerk which
latter position he now holds.
He has not only been a popular
official, but an honest and
thoroughly efficient officer and if
elected in November there is no
question but what he will acquit
himself as county treasurer with
credit to himself and his sup
pOrterS. 1td-w.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

Berlin, via London, 1903 a. m, Nov.
1.-The German submarine %-53 has
returned safely to a German port, ac-
cording to the official announcement.
Sank Five Ships.
The German submarine U-53, in
command of Lieutenant Captain
Hans Rose, arrived at Newport, R. l.,
seventeen days out from Wilhelms-
haven, on Oct Z and departed after
stay of three hours. In the course
of the next day the U-53 sank five
ships off the American coast.
Various reports have been current
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

"If there is a servant problem it is
largely the fault of the employer" OF
course, dear young bachelor maid
scribbler. There are so many house
keepers who overlook the Importance
Of serving the cook her breakfast In
bed and asking her if there is any
little thing that could be done to make
her more comfortable.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

do you, Mr.. Stacks, think that q
rich man can go through the eye Of a
needle?" II don't know. I viii, how
ever, admit that my lawyers have
dragged me through some very small
l0OphoIes. Puck.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
Can ga curaH

Mean thinking is a habit with some
Of US and it can be cured just as any
other bad habit can. Good time to be-
gin, about now.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

Miss Lila Billmyer, Carol Steib and
Lucille Reiland entertained fourteen
Of their lady friends at the home of
Miss Lila last evening. The guests
were dressed in Halloween costumes.
The evening was spent in playing
games after which refreshments were
served.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

Mrs. Frank White entertained about
twenty-fOur of her friends and neigh
bors last evening at a Halloween par
ty Fortune telling, games and music
helped to furnish entertainment for
the evening. Spooly decorations were
conspicuous thruout the house. Dain-
ty refreshments were served at a late
hour. Mrs. Peter Olson of City Point
was an out Of town guest present.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
sred in the Bone.

Pure, unadulterated honesty is bred
IN the bone-it is not the result of
education.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
WANTED!

Nurse girl Immediately at Witter
Hotel. it'd.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02
THE WEATHER.

Fair tonight and Thursday; not
much change in temperature.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

The Baptist Young Peoples Union
gathered at the church parlors last
evening and enjoyed one of their pleas
ant social evenings, the affair being
in honor of Halloween. The parlors
had been tastily decorated in the sea-
sons colors and the refreshments were
carried out in the same spirit. A large
number 81 the young people were
present and all report delightful time
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1916-11-02

Gilbert Tomske, the young son of
Mr.. and Mrs. George Tomske enter
tanned number of his friends at a
Halloween party last night. Hallowe-
'en decorations were in evidence thru
out the house and the twelve little
guests spent one of the happiest of
evenings playing games after which
dainty luncheon was served.