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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
MARKET CROP GRADES
Bureau Of Markets Studies Grad
ing of Fruit and Vegetables.
Tentative Plans Worked Out for kp-
pies, Peaches and Strawberries
Uniform Results Obtained by
Use of Machinery.

prepared by the United States Depart
ment of Agriculture.)
Extensive studies in the grading and
handling of fruits and vegetables We're
made by the bureau of markets
of the United States department of ag-
riculture last season. and tentative
practical grades have been worked out
for apples, peaches, and strawberries,
according to a recent report of prog
ress from the bureau. The work has
covered the principal producing sec
tons of the East, South and middle
West and also the more important mar
kets. 1t has included grading, pack
ing, packages, packing house cOnstruc-
ton and equipment, and the effect of
different methods of handling upon the
physical condition of the fruit The
operation of sizing machines and other
IabOr-saving devices also were studied
to determine their efficiency and practi-
cability.
AS a result Of this work the depart
ment is now prepared to make definite
recommendations as to grading and
packing these crops, fruit packing
house plans and equipment, and gen.
eral handling methods. Special atten-
ton has been given to apples, peaches,
potatoes, Texas Bermuda onions, canta-
lOupes, and tomatoes, and a study OF
the various operations of harvesting,
grading, packing, inspecting, and ship
ping has been started on other truck
crops.
AS a result of these investigations
the bureau of markets was able to rec
ommend Immediately, in conjunction
with the United States food administra-
con, on the request of the federal re-
serve board, potato grades for use by
members of banks when, in August, the
banks were authorized to make loans
against warehouse receipts for pota-
toes properly graded, packed, stored,
and insured. These grades are de-
scribed in publication of the depart
ment, Markets Document Z.
The tentative grades worked out in
1916 were put to practical test by be-
ing used as basis for the actual field
grading of car lots of onions and po-
tatoes to compare the movement and
selling price of graded stock with that
which had not been graded.
In this work experiments have been
made to determine the efficiency and
practiCability Of machinery for sizing
these crops. 1t was demonstrated that
the work may be done economically,
and with more uniform results by the
use of machines than by hand methods.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
STATE RAISED
HUGE FUND At
THE SOLDIERS
Home FAIR
Over $4,000 Made in Two Weeks at
Bazaar Held in Milwaukee
in 1865

Milwaukee, Wis.-Of all the bazaars
and benefit entertainments so popu-
lar during the Civil War period for
raising funds for war relief, the most
elaborate held in the state of Wiscon-
sin was the fair for the benefit of the
proposed Soldiers Home which took
place in Milwaukee for two weeks be-
ginning June %, 1865. This was not
local but a state affair. Home Fair
societies were formed in scores of
smaller towns; the legislature appro-
priated $4,000 for the enterprise; and
the governor called on all loyal citi-
zens to aid.
A special building was erected, saws
an account in a Milwaukee newspa-
per on file in the Wisconsin Historical
Library, 800 by 1875 feet in extent.
Cities, counties and various organiza-
tons contributed exhibits, the articles
of which were sold for the benefit of
the fund. "Old Abe" the war Eagle,
was vi SAL1plG, UuI although he uau
! accompanied his regiment to many
battlefields, the strain of the bazaar
was too great and he had to be taken
away to rest. Thousands of his pho
, tographs were sold and the proceeds
went to swell the fund. The Holland
Kitchen was one of the greatest
sources of revenue, hundreds of people
being fed each day. One contributor
sent daily a barrel of doughnuts of
her own making.
Of the $139,6O4.80 gross receipts of
the fair, over $4,000 remained after
the expenses were paid, and was add
ed to the fund for the Milwaukee Sol
diers' Home
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
SUMMONS.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, WOOD
COUNTY-IN CIRCUIT COURT.

STATE OF WISCONSIN, WOOD
COUNTY-IN CIRCUIT COURT,
Jennie Doughty, plaintiff, vs.. Henry
Doughty, defendant.
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO
THE SAID DEFENDANTS:
You are hereby summoned to appear
within twenty days after service of
this summons exclusive Of the day Of
service and defend the above entitled
action in the Court aforesaid; and in
case of your failure so to do, judg-
ment will be rendered against you
according to the demands of the COM
plant, of which copy is herewith
served upon you.
JOHN ROBERTS,,
Plaintiffs Attorney, P. 0. Address,
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin,
First publication March p, last A25)
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
indian AGENCY
To BE RESTORED

When the Indian Agency was taken
away from Grand Rapids last year,
the business interests of this city
were greatly put out about it. There
was no good reason for making the
change The business men decided to
send committee consisting of Messrs
L. NJ. Nash and F. J. Wood to Wash
ington, d. c., to see if the Indian A
gency could not be restored here. They
went, they Investigated, and the A
gency is to be restored Judging from
the following letter addressed to F.
J. Wood, which explains itself:
Mr.. F. ]. Wood, President,
Wood County National Bank,
Grand Rapids, Wis.
My dear Mr. Wood:-Upon my re
turn to the office after my extended
trip thru the field | find your letter
of March 9. | take pleasure in ad-
vising you that / have decided to re-
establish the Indian agency at Grand
Rapids and will endeavor to have the
new superintendent enter on duty at
the earliest possible moment.
Sincerely yours,
CATO SELLS,
Indian Commissioner.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

the animals q few days before the
corn is planted. Strychnine is the
best poison In all cases, but TO obtain
satisfactory results q special formula
is needed for preparing the poison for
each kind Of animal. Such formulas
have been worked out by the bureau OF
biological survey and special instruc-
tons viii be furnished upon applica-
ton. Paris green and strychnine are
poisons and should not be placed
where children or domestic animals
can get them. Year Book Separate No.
70S, Destroying Rodent Pests On The
Farm" contains many formulas and
may be had free until the limited edi-
ton is exhausted.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
CITIES AND VILLAGES
DON'T LET 1T LINGER

A cough that "hangs on" wears down
the sufferer, leaving him unable to
ward off sickness. Jos. Gillard, 148
Fillmore St, Nashville, Tenn, writes:
Il was suffering with a dry hacking
cough and a pain in my chest, but
since taking Foley's Honey and Tar
Compound l have been relieved" 1t
soothes, heals and cures. Sold every
where
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
BAD TIME FOR AVERAGE cow
Milk Production Must Be Maintained,
but No One Wants to Do 1t
Without Profit.

There was never q poorer time to
keep the average cow. Milk produc-
ton must be maintained, but no one
will care to maintain ii as losing
proposition. The COW that pays is the
COW to keep,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
FIGHT CORN PESTS
Animal and Insect Enemies Can
Be Checked by Poisons.
RIGHT BAIT FOR CUTWORMs
Measures Described That May Be e.
fectiveiy Employed to Combat At
tacks of Worms, Birds and
SurroWine Animals.

prepared by the United States Depart
ment OF Agriculture
Animal and insect pests of corn
prairie dogs, ground squirrels, gophers,
blackbirds, crows, cutworms, ear
worms, wireworms, chinch bugs, grass
hoppers-soon will open their spring
campaigns of destruction. Many of
these pests can be effectively COM
bated.
Use Poisoned Bait
For cutwOrms, Jumps of poisoned
bait, made by mixing about fifty finely
chopped oranges or lemons, and enough
cheap mOlasses to make a stiff dough,
should be scattered along the corn
rows at planting time or as soon as
injury from cutworms is noticed. In
formation as to these poison bats will
be furnished on application to the bu-
reau of entomology.
Treating the seed with coal tar will
usually repeI attacks Of birds and, in
some cases, those of burrowing ro-
dents. A teaspOonful of tar is enough
for peck of corn. Mix the tar with
a quart Of boiling water. After the
mixture has cooled somewhat but is
still hot, stir in the corn until every
grain is coated, and then spread it out
TO dry before planting. Corn may be
immersed several minutes in moderate
~ not water without affecting germi
nation. The tar treatment does not re-
pei mice or ground SQUIRRELS.
Poison for Rodents.
Destruction OF corn by ground sQuir-
rels, prairie dogs, pocket gophers, or
nice IS pest prevented by poisoning
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
QUICK RETURNS FROM STOCK
Few Good Animals With Proper At
tention Will Soon Develop Into
Meat Producers.

Live stock produce very rapidly if
given = fair chance. A few sheep
properly taken care of will soon mean
a large flock; bred gilt will soon
produce enough meat for the family;
a few heifers with a good bull will
raise a dairy herd. If those who feel
like they are unable to buy live stock
would get a few good animals, take
the proper care of them, and wait for
the increase, they would soon have a
start.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
FEED COWS R0UasiA0E 0rIEN
Cheaper Energy Feed Than Grain and
More viii Be Consumed II
Fed Frequently.

Grain should be fed in proportion
to the amount Of milk produced. One
pound of a properly balanced grain
mixture for every four pounds of milk
produced viii be sufficient, if the COW
is supplied with all the roughage she
will eat clean during the day. Rough
age should be supplied three or four
lines daily as it is a cheaper energy
feed than grain this winter, and more
of it will be consumed if fed frequent
ly and in smaller amounts at a time.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Madison-That soldiers at different
cantonments Of the country may play
a leading role in the senatorial cleo
ton is indicated by the fact that up
ward Of $4,000 are eligible to vote. Ten
men will be sent from Madison to var
ious environments for the purpose OF
polling the soldier vote.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

WANTED-A good, steady gentle
manly salesman to handle Wards
wagon in Wood County. No experience
needed. For full particulars write
promptly to DR. Wards Medical Com
pany, Winona, Minnesota Establish
ed 1856. CIV.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Green Bay-Green Bay people have
contributed over five tons Of clothing
to the war sufferers of Belgium. The
Catholic Woman's club appealed for
wearing apparel and great quantities
have been delivered.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
He Can Rest Fine Now.

q suffered greatly from kidney and
bladder trouble" writes F. B Fair
hank, 55 Grand River Ave, w. De-
troit, Mich. Had to get up six or
seven times during the night Foley
Kidney Pills have worked wonders
and can recommend them as the best
medicine [ have ever taken" Tonic
in action; quick, sure. Sold every
where.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Look not mournfully into the past;
it comes not back again Wisely i'm
prove the present; it is thine. Go
forth to meet the shadowy future,
without fear, and with a manly heart.
-Longfellow.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
This Woman Found Relief.

Backache, sore muscles, stiff or
swollen joints, rheumatic pains, dizz-
mess and like SYMPTOMS are caused by
disordered kidneys and BLADDER. Mrs.
Thos. H. Davis, Montgomery, R. F. D.
3, Ind, writes: II doctored months
without relief. I comenced using
Foley Kidney Pills and got relief.
Eight bottles cured me-" Sold every
whore
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
WOMEN READERS

CALL AT THE OFFICE OF THIS PA
PER NOW-OR SEND BY MAIL
YOU HAVE BUT A FEW DAYS TO
SECURE THE FLOWERS & LESSONS
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Wisdom is knowing what to do.
Skill is knowing how to do it. But
real human service is characterized
in the doing.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
LIBERTY loan
APPORTIONMENT

The following apportionment for
Wood County's share in the Third
Liberty Loan of 100000, 900 is ap-
portioned to the different cities, vii
lagos and towns as follows:
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
Cut This Quit Is Worth Money.

DON'T MISS THIS. Cut out this slip
enclose with five cents to Foley & Co.
1885 Sheffield Ave-, Chicago, ILL.,,
writing your name and address clear
ly. You will receive in return trial
package containing Foley's Honey
and Tar Compound, for coughs, colds
and Group, Foley Kidney Pills and
Foley Cathartic Tablets. Sold every
where.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
FAz ~ #4v a
-syLtE -EL7 LL@s

Beloit- George Wilkins of Darien, 3
United States soldier in France, is
dead. according to advices received by
the family.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
N.

Emphasized with the words of Christ printed bold face
type Strongly and neatly bound in Khaki coored Morocco Grained
acknowledgement limp cover embossed back bands
round corners Khaki edges gold title beautifully embossed
American Flag IN colors on the outside front
Printed On specially strong Bible paper inches
and just Z an inch thick. Type is plain and clear-se
prononcng The Four Great American Hymns are printed
and bound with this Soldiers and Sailors Testament
For Sale at this office for so cash with ordered
sent by mail SO cents.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
MARKET


Grand Rapids, Wis, Reiland Packing
Company Yards.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Menasha-Menasha is looking for
policeman. Headquarters is advertis-
ing for an individual to fill a vacancy
and is having considerable trouble in
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Menasha-Repol~s that autoists are
engaged in fragrant violation of the
speed laws has been followed by the
announcement that a special motor
cycle officer is to be employed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Neenah-Cedar boughs were substi-
tuted for palm leaves on Palm Sunday
here and it was announced that no i'm
portation of palms had been made due
to the war.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11
See These Flowers at Our Office
These beautiful flowers

W n m nj einheo readers cme awna womn- be-
h vi pleas Prsathe au
Bu fRo
e formation maaI
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

For the shippers information the
Reiland Packing Company plant and
stock yards are now under new man.
agement.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Characterization Green, 50 years
old, resident of Wisconsin since 1848,
died here of general debility. MI.
Green took a prominent part in de-
veloping river transportation in Wis
consin and built the first produce
carrying barge on the Fox river.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Madison-M J. Truscott, formerly of
Winnebago, who broke parole from the
Green Bay reformatory to join the
Royal Canadians, was paroled by Gov.
Phillip. Truscott was wounded while
in France and the governor was pre-
vailed upon to grant the parole SO the
youth could visit his parents without
fear of arrest
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

MadisOn-Owners of property along
the shore of Lake Mendoza held an in
dignation meeting regarding action Of
the city engineer in shutting the lock
and thus raising the level of the water
The lake now is IS inches higher than
ever before and water is covering
many lawns.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Oshkosh-The libel suit instituted
in circuit court of Winnebago county,
by Gustave Pabst Of Milwaukee,
against former Lieut.. Gov. John
Strange of Neenah, has been continued
until the September term on motion OF
Mr.. Strange's attorney, Walter H,
Bender
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Kenosha-The Chicago, North Shore
and Milwaukee Electric Railway com
pany was named defendant in a suit
demanding $4,000 damages brought in
the court here. This amount is asked
by Mrs. Hope E. Mills, whose husband,
Frank E. Mills, was killed in a grade
crossing accident on the road in Octo-
Der of last year.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1918-04-11

Madison - About $500 Wisconsin
rural schools will celebrate the ami
versary of the entrance of the United
States into the war on April s. The
exercises in each will be based on a
program prepared and sent to them
by the University of Wisconsin Elk
tension division.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1918-08-08
Probate Court,

In re estate Of Samuel II. Lylcs. dec.
Account filed and notice ordered.
In re- estate Of Ncra II. Crane, dec.
Account filed and notice ordered.
In re guardianship of John Clrlys
Watkins, 4 minor. Account filed and
notice ordered.
In re- guardianship Of John hchelVeS.
Account filed and notice ordered.
In re estate Of Silas Bailey. dec. Dis
tribution account filed and approved.
IN re estate Of Anna Drake. dec. Rus
sell H. Drake appointed executor. Bond
$1,000 with Carl o. Smith. E. G. Har-
rison as SrTcties.
In re estate of Benjamin +. Powell.
dec. Account filed and notice ordered.
In re estate Of Elizabeth Jane Bidding.
ton. dec Account filed and notice or
dercd.
In re guardianship of Paul Humphrey.
4 minor. Florence Humphrey appointed
guardian. Bond filed in sum OF {25N
with Elmer z. White and c. S. Lochary
as SurcticS. .
II. Ewcrs guardian vs., His Wards et
al. Petition 10 sell real estate. APP
pra!scn1cnt confirmed and bond ordered.
In re guardianship of d. X. Alien. In
vcn:ory flied and approved.
In re estate OF Nickola Morclti. dec.
Angelo Maricini appointed admr. Bond
$4,000 with Donate DeSimonc. Nickoli
Diblosi. John Diblosi and Angelo Clfaldi
appointed sureties.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1918-08-08
Mouudsville Briefs,

Mr.. and Mrs W. W Henderson, who
have been spending some time ut Battle
Creek. Mich. have returned home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry G. Ransom have
returned from visiting trends al Graz
ton.
\ daghlcr was born to Mr.. and Mrs:
Ilovd James Of Washington avenue at
the Glendale hospital Monday.
- V. Riley is confined to his home
on Third street with illness.
Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. J. Travis and sons
Harry. Charles and Paul Travis. have
returned from an automobile trip To
HiGhcc. Ohio.
Mr. and Mrs. George i. Dakin and
SON t;"urgc Truce. Jr.. Of RosbES ROCK
are viStnC relatives ut Lisbon. Ohio.
Mrs. Clara BuSby and daughters Mar
tia and Clara have returned from Sclo
Ohio. where they visited her brother and
sister in law. X. +. Nushy and Mrs. +.
NJ LnEcStt. Another daughter. Helen
Rev. Fletcher. pastor of 4 New YORK
City ". l.. church. has returned 10 that
city after spending 4. few days with his
brother James Fletcher, OF Seventh
street.
Word received by Mrs. Amanda kar-
To the front. >,
Miss Catherine Dailcs Of Wheeling. is
spending several DAYS with Miss Dara
TaGg on Third street.
Carl Steel. ,f Tomlinson avenue. is
spending the week with friends in Clevc-
land und Toledo. Ohio.
Mrs. AGnr Crow Of Jefferson avenue.
Alta, W. va.
Mrs. Ssllic poindcxtrr Of Wheeling is
tho guest OF Mrs. &. y, CAhsen of Fifth
street for Il fcw days.
w. J. Mcdonald nt Eighth street. has
left for Cleveland. Ohio. to spend Il week
with his brother.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1918-08-08
St Clairsyille Briefs,

Mrs. W. w. Morton and daughter Miss
Marie. are spending few days at Seth
cstla.
Miss Katherine TrolTl is visiting
Misses Ruth and Margaret Hilles at
Barncsville.
Miss Virginia Pinncy left Tuesday for
n weeks visit with relatives at Column
bus.
Mrs. John Neff will entertain the
Modern Priscilla Club at her home OH
Marietta street. Oh Thursday evening.
Willard! Evans and wife are visiting.
friends at Morgantown and Fairmont.
II. W. Mitchell and family are visit
ing ut the home OF Mrs. Mitchelrs par
cnts. Rev. John Secrest and wife ut
Akron.
Walter Oslcr returned on Tuesday 10
Camp Grrnnlcaf. Ga. after spending Il
furlough at the home of his father. John
OSler.
John Shry. of Belmont. Democratic
candidate for county commissioner. was
Il business caller IN town on Tuesday.
james Martin and family of Washing
ton, Pa. are visiting at the home Of J.
+. Young.
Ross Fowler was business caller at
BarneSvillc on Tuesday.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1918-08-08
Marriage Licenses.
Despondent Attitude
BY the German Press

LONDON. Aug. 1.-The dcspondent
tone of the latest German press com
mcnts is emphasized daily in specia.
dispatches from Holland. a despatch
10 the Daily Mail from The Hague toby
includes an editorial by the Dusseldorf
Nachr. .htcn which says that nobody
looking into the future can see an end
to the war.
For though it is true that the end
might come quickly" it adds. lit could
only be an end Of terror rs in Russia.
The Vorwaarts of Berlin says that
events of recent days Mt last have shat
tered the illusion. created by inspired
optimism that Germany is invincible-
II says:
THE German people at last realize
the colossal gravity Of the situation.
Let us have courage to admit that AS
long as the war is not ended 1t Is not
won and can be lost"
The principal North German organ OF
the Majority socialists. the Bucrger
ZctunG of BEenen says;
BLACK and dark IS the hour. The
sacrifice made by the people are i'm
measurable and those Of the fifth year
of the war will be gigantic but no re-
freshinE breath Of freedom and civic
equality blows through the oppressive
night Of our discomfort.