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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
LOCAL AND OUTSIDE
SPEAKERS WERE ALL
CORDIALLY EHCoRED

The Amusement Hall was crowded
to standing room Friday night to lis
ten to Patriotic addresses in honor of
the young men who are becoming mem
bers Of Cavalry troop that is being
organized herethis week. The meet
ing was a great success. The band
was out and headed the procession
which paraded Main street from the
west side across the river to the A
musement hall. They rendered sew
eral selections on the street before
reaching the hall. The American flags
were in evidence everywhere as near
ly everybody had one At the hal
seated upon the platform were the
three guests of the National Guard
Messrs. Col. Robert B. Mccoy of Spar.
ia, F. R. Bryant of Wausau and his
assistant. The chairman Richard Glib
son and the local speakers Messrs. T
W. Brazeau, Rev. VIM. Reding anC
Rev. R. J. Locke, with several mem
bers of the G. A. R.
During the evenings program the
band furnished several national Sc
lections that were all heartily encored
The speakers were patriotic in theil
expressions of love, ofour country ant
of our flag and that it would be pro
tected and defended on land and sea
until the last drop of blood was sheC
in its defense. The enthusiasm wa
great and the large audience Responded
heartily to every expression of Pa
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
Tuesday, Election Day.

What's known as Spring Election
takes place Tuesday. In this city there
is not much excitement in the election
as there are only a few contests in the
wards for alderman. In the county
the present county superintendent of
schools is the only name on that tick
ct, yet there is opposition on the indie
pendent column to his reelection by
Mrs. Nora Clymer. Her name will
have to be written on the ballot. There
is a contest on for Supreme Court
Justice, Walter c. Owen opposing the
present encumbent R. D. Marshall.
This contest will probably be close.
State Supt. Carey has no opposition,
therefore he will be reelected to sue
coed himself. Il now looks as if the
weather would be favorable and pleas
ant ans this VIII probably increase the
vote. In a few precincts in Wood
County the wet and dry question will
be UP for settlement and chances ra-
Their IN favor Of the wet side, yet you
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
A.. B. {. CLASS
ENJOY Meeting

The Mesdames o. Moore, Dan Ellis,
and Miss Ida Hayward werehostesses
last evening at the home of Mrs. Moore
on Oak street. to the A. B. c. class
members of the Congregational church
The regular monthly business was
transacted after which a couple of
hours was spent informally. The home
was lastly decorated in cut flowers
for the occasion. A large basket of
spring flowers conferred the dining
room table where dainty refreshments
were served. Mrs. Arney, a member
of the class who is soon to leave the
city for Tomahawk where she will
make her future home was presented
with a beautiful gold pin engraved
with the letters A. B. c., and a bouquet
Of flowers Mrs. Arney responded to
the presentation with a short appre-
ciative talk.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
GOOD HEALTH
DEPENDS upon
GOOD Teeth
BECAUSE

1. There cannot be health without
nourishment.
2. There cannot be nourishmentun-
less the teeth break up Chew the
food so that the body can digest the
food.
3. There cannot be good digestion
unless the teeth are able to break the
food, and bad teeth cannot do good
work.
4. If there is not good digestion
there cannot be good health. Medical
Investigations show that much Of the
disease Of the teeth can be prevented
also that the younger the child when
the teeth are cared for, the greater the
benefit.
All this means that if the first, or
! temporary set of teeth, could be kept
free from disease the second or per-
manent set of teeth would be practical
ly sound.
Children enter school life just be
fore or during the most important
dental period; namely, the cutting OF
| the first mOlar tooth This is the first
permanent tooth. The other teeth OF
the second set will nit be healthy if
the first molar is decayed
The one great cause in all decay is
the failure to keep them clean.
| There was a time when the wheat
used for flour was not so finely pow
dered as it is today, and when the mod
ern inventions had not robbed breaC
of a coarsness that made the teeth
clean and strong by chewing. The
finely powdered wheat flour clings tC
the teeth and sets up fermentation
This causes decay of the teeth. This
decay goes on faster during the night
than during the day.
Teeth should be cleaned after each
meal, but must be cleaned before GO
.ng to bead each night if decay is to be
prevented
Many children neglect to do this
then it becomes necessary to have the
teeth cleaned and repaired by den
fist.
1. You are asked to buy tootE
brush for each child in the family.
2. You are asked to see that the
child uses this tooth brush daily; es
pecially before going to bed at night
8. You are requested to take youl
child to your family dentist for exam
nation and for treatment. You are
asked to do this now.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
DEATH Of MRS.
LEWIS KNUTESON

Mrs. Lewis Knuteson passed away
at her home on PIG, 18th street north
on Thursday afternoon at 1:25 o'clock
She had been patient sufferer for the
last two months but passed away peace
fully into that everlasting sleep.
Mrs. Knuteson was born in Arendal,
Norway, August II, 1889, and was sew
enty-seven years, z months and II
days old, at the time of her death. She
was loving mother and will be great
ly missed by all her family and espec-
tally SO by her aged husband. She
leaves to mourn her husband and 3
children. They are: Mrs. Georgianna
Knaak of Minneapolis; Eric Knuteson
of Saratoga, Mrs. Carrie McKinon of
Sunnyside, Wash, Mrs. Lena Clark of
Hazenmore, Canada, Knute and Ole of
this city, Thomas of Minnesota, and
Mrs. Laura Paulson at home. A son
Lewis preceded his mother in death
Is years ago by drowning at Biron.
Kristina Erickson was married to Lew
is Knuteson, April 2, 1862
The funeral services will take place
on April 1st, at 1890 o'clock from the
home Interment will be made in the
Saratoga cemetery beside her son
Lewis. Rev. Fl. B. Johnson will off
ciate
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
We Honor One Flag, One Country.
proves so.

These are stirring times and we eX-
pect there will be great discussions in
both houses of congress commencing
on Tuesday next. This is free coun-
try and every citizen is entitled to free
expression as long as he remains with
in his constitutional rights as an A
merican citizen. It's perfectly natural
that we look at public questions Of
interest to this nation from different
standpoints and if we do so honestly
and fairly its the privilege we enjoy
under our constitution. Don't con-
denim your neighbor simply because
he don't agree with you, but listen to
him and convince him if you can, if
you think he is wrong, but don't con-
denim his right and liberty to think
as he sees the light. You may think
you are right, but later may be con-
WINGED that you were wrong and your
neighbor right. If that proves correct
admit it. This is manly and Ameri-
can. Stand together under the same
flag and if the time comes that our
flag is assailed by foreign foe, pro-
tect and defend it to the last drop of
blood. That is the American spirit
and | hope we all possess it. Be fair
with your neighbor, friend and foe
but defend yourself, your flag and your
country. We shall continue to hope
that matters of difference with Ger.
many will clarity themselves, but if
they cannot be, we shall stand by con-
gress and the President in whatever
course they decide on. In God we
trust for light and guidance to do thai
which is right between nations as we
see it at the time we are called upor
to act.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05

! triotism. The Patriotism of Grand
Rapids people is in evidence. And they
will respond and do their share when
the time comes.
Small flags were distributed among
the audience as they entered the hall
and these were waved whenever the
band played or the speaker rose to
some sublime patriotic sentiment. The
program was carried out as publish
ed excepting that Gen. King was I'M
able to be present and sent Col. Robt.
B. Mccoy in his place, who filled it
with credit to himself and to his su-
| perior. He gave an excellent address
| explanatory of the great needs of the
State and National Guards of the
country. His words of cheer and COM
mendation to the young men of Grand
Rapids had its favorable effect upon
the many young men who heard him,
The meeting was promotive of great
good and there can be no question but
what the necessary number of young
men will enlist in the Cavalry troop of
Grand Rapids.
The following resolution was offer
ed by Theo. W. Brazeau, seconded by
Father Reding and unanimously adopt
ed:
'RESOLVED, That it is the sense
of this meeting that we stand firmly
with the President of the United
States in any and all measures which
he may see fit to take in this great
crisis"
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
Thursday, April 5, 1917.
A. L. FONTAINE, Publisher.
War Is Now On!

Every day brings its revelations
and today we find ourselves in war
with Germany. There is no doubt in
anyones mind but what President Will
son has done everything that he could
during the past two years to keep the
United States free and untramelled
with the warning nations Of Europe.
Some have seen fit to blame him be
cause he didn't from the beginning
show more of the war spirit in de-
Tense Of his country. His actions with
Germany have been similar to those
with Mexico He appears to be a
peace loving man and he is greatly to
be admired for that trait of character
We should all love peace and do every
thing within our power to bring it a.
bout Peace is in harmony with love
ar good will towards men and there
fore should be the ideal condition that
all nations should desire and covet.
Since war with Germany and posi-
bly, with Mexico is to be our lot, let
us Ell join together as unit and do
everything within our power to bring
this war condition that now exists al
most throughout the world to a speedy
end and with the least possible loss of
life and property. The American peo-
pie are known in history to be a great
nation, active and alert in all things
that count, and we shall miss our guess
if, when the United States becomes
actively engaged in the present strus-
gle il ulopa that her wealth and
power All sArcvCness and keenness
Of her army and navy, equipped and
capable, will have tendency to en-
ergize the latent forces of the world
to clarity the present war conditions
and bring about universal peace thru
out the world that will give all the
people Of all nations republican forms
of government in which the people will
control. Then and not until then can
a universal peace be carried out sue
cessfuIly to the betterment and en-
ightenment of the world.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
BOTHPLEAD
GUILTY

Messrs. Mic Tomsyck and E. n.
Menier, both saloonkeepers on thewest
side of the river, who were charged
with selling liquor to minors plead
guilty in Judge Calkin's court, Thurs
day morning to selling liquor to min
ors on March %. 1t will be remem-
bered that the minors were the three
young men who recently robbed a man
of his money while in the Menier sa-
loon. Tomsyck and Menier were each
fined S25 and costs. Whether this act
Of violation of their license will be
the means of the City Council taking
away their license will depend upon
the common council at their next reg
ular meeting. Such conduct certain
ly should invalidate mans license
when he comes into open court and
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
THIS IS A
FREE COUNTRY

We were present at the Amusement
Hall meeting Friday night and heard
the speech made by Theodore W. Bra
Zeau. His reference to The Daily Re-
porter republishing an article taken
from the Milwaukee Free Press of the
past week, with comments made by
that paper, in reference to what our
brother Paul Fontaine had to say, was
published by US on request of a Grand
Rapids business man.
WhiIesthe article was strong it was
the sentiment and expression of an
American citizen and the son of a
man who gave his life in the Civil war
n the defense of his country Mr.
Brazeau and others may differ with US
in the publication of that article. We
consider the Daily Press has certain
rights and a public duty to perform
Ari les that come to it's table, that
are the honest comments and opin-
ioEs Of the American people, whether
the owner and editor of the paper a
grees with the statements therein or
not, should be- published if within rea-
sonable justice. We do not agree with
our brother in everything that he said
in that article But the article was re-
produced by the Milwaukee Free Press
in Milwaukee, and we were asked to
republish it. We consented and there
fore could not change the article to
suit ourselves, and published it as a
news item as we would any article that
came to our table. And in doing this
we feel that we had perfect right to
do, and that we did not endorse, nor
commend it to our readers and if they
did not agree with what our brother
said, we had no desire thatth ey should
1t was simply a matter of news, from
q source that has its rights to be heard
right or wrong.
The Daily Reporter was the first pa
per and the only paper in Grand Rap
ids that has foated the American flag
for several months at the head of its
column and across the top of the
front page. We honor that flag as we
honor our existence. And there is no
citizen in Grand Rapids who would
sacrifice anymore than we would in
Its defense. We appreciate the fact
that The Daily Leader would make the
most of Mr.. Brazeau's citicism of our
publication of that article. They are
welcome to everything that they can
get out of it. We are not so narrow.
and bigoted that wewill not open our
columns to those who differ with us
on public questions Of the day. Our
patriotism and love of country can be
vouched for by our record of the past.
Take it for what it is worth. Believe
It or not, our conscience is clear and
we shall always do everything in our
power to defend our country and our
flag. Let others do as they see fit.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
THE SILK
INDUSTRY

The Silk Industry Film that was
shown at the Johnson & Hill store on
Thursday afternoon will be shown a
gain this afternoon and tomorrow
morning and evening. This photoplay
showed the silk industry from the CO.
coon to the finished product. Mr..
Brown, asiIk expert gave interesting
talks on the subject while the film was
being shown. The same picture was
shown at the Lincoln high school to a
large audience on Thursday evening
and Mr.. Brown gave interesting talks
to the high school and Normal students
this morning.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
WET AND
DRY VOTE

Milwaukee, Wis, March 30.-Sixty-
four towns and cities will vote on the
"wet" and "dry" question next Tues
day.
The battle will be one of the warm
est ever staged between the opposing
liquor and prohibition forces in the
state Of Wisconsin. Chief interest in
the elections is centered in the wet and
dry fight
Where are now 488 dry towns a.
gainst A23 for the vets. The number
Of cities which are wet are SO against
% for the drys.
Total fees collected from saloons in
1916 were $1,760,5OO.00. The revenue
from 115 saloons in Dane county last
year was $50, $50. Madison the capt.
toll, will stage one Of the most bitter
fights Of any city in the state.
There are IS cities and towns listed
FOR election.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
Clear Your Skin in Spring.

Spring house clearing means clean
ing inside and outside. Dull pimply
skin is an aftermath Of winter mac
tivity. Flush your intestines with a
mild laxative and clean out the ac-
cumulated wastes, easy to take, they
do not grippe. Dr. Kings New Life
Pills will clear your complexion and
brighten your eye. Try DR.. Kings
New Life Pills tonight and throw off
the sluggish winter shell. At drug
gists, 25c.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
Dinner PARTY

Prof. NJ. H. Jackson was host at a
dinner party at the Hotel julien at
seven o'clock on Friday evening.
Patriotism reigned supreme in the
decorative scheme at the dining room,
profusion of silk flags being signi-
ficance of the crisis confronting the
country at the present time. Covers
were laid for fifteen at the four course
dinner, which was heartily enjoyed by
the guests.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
DEATHOF
MRS.FLORENCE
CURRAN ESTES

Mrs. Florence Curran Estes, daugn-
ter of the late Mr.. and Mrs. Henry
Curran, of Stevens Point, and a for
mer teacher in our city schools, died
on March 18th, at Hanover hospital,
Milwaukee, from acute dilatation of
the heart. Her friends in this city will
be saddened to learn of her passing on.
She was bright and popular teacher
in our public schools.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
FARMERS'-ATTENTION!

If in the market for lands, farms,
nursery stock of all kinds, seed corn,
seed potatoes, or if you want to rent
good lands or farms for potatoes, corn
beans and buckwheat, by the acre or
on shares, etc, call on or write A. D.
"Appletree" Barnes, Waupaca, Wis
cOnsin. 5twc.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
IN JUSTICE COURT

The case of the State of Wisconsin
vs.. Roman Boyer of Nekoosa charged
with indescent exposure, was called
IN Judge Calkin's court this morning.
District Attorney John Roberts ap-
peared for the state. Boyer paid
fine and costs and was dismissed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
BIRTHDAY
PART

Master James Miller, son of Mr..
and Mrs. Eugene Miller was host at
a birthday party at the home of his
parents on Friday afternoon. Games
were played and a delicious lunch was
served. a mammoth birthday cake be-
ing the main attraction.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
DEATH Of
CHAS. PITCH

Charles Pitch, an inmate of the Poor
Farm for the past three years, died
there this mroning at 5 o'clock of heart
failure. He was 72 years of age and
had many traits of character that were
commendable and he will be kindly
remembered.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05

cannot tell, the signs sometimes are
deceiving Whatever happens is usu-
ally for the best. We don't always
think so at the time but later on it
proves so.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
IS YOUR
FLAG OUT?

Have you complied with the Mayors
Proclamation and put out your flag?
If you have not, dose now before you
forget it and when you get it out keep
it there, as an emblem Of your patriot
ism.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
FUNERAL
SERVICES

The funeral services for the late
Mrs. Lewis Knuteson will be held at
the home on Sunday afternoon at 1890
o'clock. Burial will take place in the
country.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05
WAR RESOLUTION
HALTED IN senate
By La Toilette
To Hold Continuous Session Until
Vote Is Taken.
EXPECTED TO PASS FRIDAY
Consideration CT Measure De,aycd IN
til Today by Wisconsin Se.on-
Committee Votes in Favor Of
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loyalty III America.
Leaders declared they d5d NOT eN-
pect to use the cioJuFe rule adopted
by the senate last session to prevent
tilibusterS and were hopeful that by
holding continuous sessions beginning
today they could reach Vote on the
war resolution Friday.
Army and Navy Bill Passed.
The house adjourned after having
passed without objection the &o2500,-
0G0 general deficiency bin, which failed
in the senate last session. The bill,
making important appropriations for
the army and navy, was passed prac-
tically without change from its for
mer phraseol0gy.
The universal military service bill
was formally launched in the senate.
Soon after the senate adjourned as
the climax of a stormy scene which
arose over La ToIatte'S objections. The
house also adjourned. Both house and
senate meet today, the house at noon
and the senate at 10 a. IN.
When Senator Hitchcock reported
the war resolution rs amended and ap-
piVNtN ~ the lJitiSI EGsGGDl% tHl-
mittee and asked fer its Immediate
consideration. Senator La Toilette
asked that, under the rules, it 60 over
until Tuesday,
Senator Hitchcock then told him
that if absence Of printed copies was
the basis OF his objection he could
promise their distribution within five
minutes.
81 object, under the rules" insisted
Senator La Toilette.
Rouses Martins Ire.
Senator Martin, the majority leader,
angrily faced Senator La Toilette. say
ing:
"Of course it is within the power Of
the senator to carry this over. He
has too much experience to make it
necessary for ne to tell him that his
attitude in a matter of such tromaad-
GUS c1nSpquences-'
Senator La Toilette broke in with
protest against beinn .gncfurol7', IN,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-04-05

pleads guilty to such an offense. Such
acts are what is making the state of
Wisconsin dry.
Middletown transcript., 1917-09-08
FARM APPLE STORAGE HINTS
Fruit Keeps Better Where Dipped in
Bordeaux Mixture-Prevents
Decay and Kills Fungi.

Dipping apples in bordeaux mixture
causes them to keep better when stored
under farm conditions, according to ex-
pcriments conducted by the Vermont
experiment station. The effect of the
bordeaux mixture is to prevent decay
which is does, no doubt, by killing the
fungi on the skin of the apples. This
treatment also helps to preserve the
flavor of the fruit. Copper sulphate,
lime water and paraffin were also used
as dips, but none were so effective as
bordeaux mixture. In these expert
mentS various materials were used in
which to pack apples, including saw
dust, cork and paper. But most of the
materials, though keeping the fruit
cooler, impaired the flavor of the ap-
pies and caused them to shrink. Hard
wood Sawdust was the best of the ma
terials used for packing. Apples kept
best when immersed in bordeaux mix
ture and then packed in hardwood saw
dust, but apples merely dipped in bor
deaux mixture kept their favor as we'll
or better.