Ozaukee County Newspapers

January, 1899

Cedarburg Weekly News
January 4, 1899
Cedarburg, Ozaukee County

Amusements
Ball for married folks at Chas. F. GERLACH, Mequon, Sunday, Jan. 15.

LOCAL ITEMS
Wm. L. TOLL left last evening on a business trip to Chicago.

Miss Hattie FRIEDRICH of Milwaukee was home on a few days visit.

Mayor W. H. HORN is again confined to his home with rheumatism.

Wm. FROEHLICH of Milwaukee visited his parents here New Year's day.

Mr. Albert SELLE of Mequon was a welcome caller at this office yesterday.

Edward and August STALLMAN of Chicago are visiting friends in this city.

The county Board will convene this week. A call has been issued by Chairman SCHMIDTfor an extra session.

Miss B. McCARTIN of Milwaukee spent Friday with Mrs. W. H. FITZGERALD and friends.

Miss Amanda RAPPOLD left for Chicago yesterday for a few weeks visit with relatives.

J. P. HOLMS of St. Paul visited with his family at Hamilton a few days the past week.

The Cedarburg Turn Verein's annual masquerade ball will take place on February 4th.

The six month old child of Mr. and Mrs. Peter DAMPF of this city died last Mondayafter a brief illness.

Paul LEHMAN and Edwin HORNEFFER of Milwaukee were in the city Sunday visiting relatives.

Edwin STRAUB and wife are the happy parents of a little son which arrived at theirhome on Friday last.

A number of his young friends surprised Frank HERZIGER last Saturday evening, andpleasantly spent a few hours with him.

Miss Emma HOEHN was pleasantly surprised on Sylvester eve by a number of her friends.Games and music were the order of the evening and an enjoyable time was spent bythe young people present.

Mr. Jacob ZAUN of Milwaukee is in the city shaking hands with his old friends andacquaintances.

Mrs. Martin McDONOUGH of Wausaukee is visiting in this city, the guest of Mr. andMrs. W. H. FITZGERALD.

Miss Barbara BACH student of the Oshkosh Normal school spent her vacation with Mayorand Mrs. W. H. HORN in this city.

Geo. STIERT our ice dealer is laying in his supply of ice for the summer season,and has a large gang of men at work assisting him with the job.

Geo. H. RHEINGANS who is attending the Rush Medical College at Chicago, and wife,spent New Years with relatives in this city.

Miss Flora BOERNER entertained a large number of her lady friends last Monday afternoonat her home, the event being her birthday anniversary.

Miss Lily MILLER of this town who has been visiting with her sister, Mrs. Wm. RUSCHat South Dakota for the past two years, returned home.

Mrs. BOEHME and Mrs. KOEPSEL and families, daughters of Mr. Martin GROTH of thiscity, who reside in Miner county, South Dakota, visited here during the holidays.

Mrs. James PRYAL of Escannaba, Mich., spent a few weeks with relatives and friendsin this town. She returned to her home last Friday evening.

Henry and Ed. SCHWANTES of Chicago spent New Years with their relatives in this city.Henry will remain here for several months before returning to Chicago.

The New Years dance at HILGEN'S Spring Park was well attended and proved to be successfulin every way. The weather was most favorable and a large number of our people tookadvantage of this opportunity to have a pleasant time.

Fred BERGMANN and wife of Milwaukee came here to spend the New Year holidays withMr. and Mrs. E. G. WURTHMANN. They were former residents of this city and their manyfriends were glad to meet them.

Corporal John ARENDTS and Private Geo. FITZGERALD, who have been home on a furloughfrom Camp Shipp, left yesterday to rejoin their regiment. Private Wm. ZIETLOW whois still here leaves tomorrow.

Chas. F. GERLACH of Mequon announces a grand ball for married folks only to takeplace at his hall on the evening of January 16th. Each couple purchases a ticketfor $1.50 which includes dancing, supper and refreshments.
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Ernst WEBER, eldest son of Prof. WEBER of this city, spent the holidays with hisparents. Ernst is located in Steven Points where he conducts a music store and givesinstructions in music. We are informed that he has been very successful during thefew months that he has been in business in that city.
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A skat tournament will take place at the Cedarburg House in this city of which PaulHETEBRUEG is proprietor, next Sunday, Jan. 8th, commencing at 2 o'clock, P.M. A numberof prizes will be awarded and all skat players who desire to take part are requestedto be on hand at the above appointed hour.
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John O'CONNELL, who resides on a farm near Salter's P. O., has traded the same withall stock and farm implements, for property in the city of Milwaukee, where he intendsto make his future home. The farm is now offered for sale or rent a notice of whichappears in our want column.
Word has been received here announcing the death of H. ECKHARDT at his home in Toledo,Ohio, last week of consumption. Deceased has formerly resided with his family inthis city, and was engaged as teacher of the Ev. Luth. Emmanuels parochial school.The position now held by Mr. F. E. MEYER. His numerous friends and acquaintanceswill be pained to learn of his sudden death.
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The new county officers commenced their duties last Monday. Of the retiring officersex-sheriff ALTEN has returned to his home at Thiensville where he owns a neat littlehome. Ex-Treasurer J. F. BRUSS is doing business at his old stand in this city, beingat the head of the well-known firms of The J. F. Bruss & Sons Co., and BrussBros. Both of these gentlemen have made worthy and capable officers.
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The remains of Mrs. Edward FLYNN of Merrill, Wis., arrived here on the 9:49 o'clocksouth bound passenger train for interment in the family lot on the Catholic cemetery.Her husband died about two years ago. Deceased was a sister of Frank REYNOLDS ofthis town and John REYNOLDS of Tamora, Neb., formerly of town Mequon. Rev. J. W.O'KEEFE conducted the funeral which was quite largely attended.
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They Buy Wheat
W. H. FITZGERALD, who manages the larger elevator at the depot for the Berger,Crittenden Co., has distributed bills among the farmers announcing that he will buywheat at the above named elevator, for which he will pay the highest market prices.Farmers wishing to dispose of their grain at fair prices should bring it in now.
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Ozaukee Co. Agricultural Society Meeting
Next Saturday, Jan. 8th, the annual meeting of the Ozaukee Co. Agricultural Societywill be held at the Washington House in this city at 1 o'clock P.M. All members areearnestly requested to attend and those who are unable to come should send in their$1.00 to the Secretary which entitles them to membership and a family ticket duringthe fair of 1899. Officers will also be elected for the ensuing year.
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Returns to His Old Home
John L. FROEHLICH, who has been conducting a general store in Canova, S. D.,for the past eighteen years, has return to his old home in Jackson, Washington, County.He will take charge of the store of his brother, Hon. E. H. FROEHLICH, who last Mondayentered upon his duties as Secretary of State. John was accompanied by his father,who owns a fine farm near Canova, and who came to attend the inauguration of thestate officers.
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Surprise Party
Private Geo. F. FITZGERALD was agreeably surprised last Thursday evening by anumber of his young friends. They spent the evening in dancing, playing games, etc.Refreshments were served and all went home well pleased with their evenings enjoyment.Among those present were Misses M. GOTTSCHALK, E. HOEHN, A. WITTENBERG, L. WIESLER,B. HINTZ, E. MOEGENBURG, I. MARQUARDT, L. MOEGENBURG, J. DIEDRICH, W. KETTERER, MessrsO. KREUTZER, W. HALPIN, E. HEINRICH, R. HAFEMEISTER, R. HEINRICH, E. SCHNEIDER, J.O'LEARY, H. MARQUARDT, E. HUFEMEISTER and private Wm. ZIETLOW.
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State and County Superintendent Certificates
Sixty-five teachers attended the state examination at Madison last Thursday fromall parts of the state and among those taking the examination for state teachers'certificates we notice the name of Peter J. MAAS of this city one of the teachersof our high school. Eighteen of the candidates were writing for county superintendentcertificates and among them from this county were Martin BLANK and Wm. C. HARMS ofGrafton and Fred WEISBACH of this city. Only seven who took the examinations passed.Five got county superintendents certificates and two only were given limited statecertificates.
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Extra Session Called
The County Board has been called to meet in extra session by the chairman atthe county sent on Friday, Jan. 6th. There seems to be trouble in regard to the bondsfurnished by Treasurer elect Mich. Even, which the committee appointed by the boardcould not accept without the sanction of the entire board. Mr. Even has secured hisbonds from a surety company in Milwaukee. From reports thus far obtained it is verylikely that the board will not accept the bond, and the treasurer-elect will havetwenty days time, according to a recent decision of the supreme court to file a newbond.
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New Directors Chosen
The annual meeting of the Cedarburg Mut. Fire Ins. Co., was held at the TurnHall yesterday and was very largely attended. After disposing of matters, which hadbeen brought before the meeting, the election of a board of directors took placewhich resulted as follows:
Town of Cedarburg, C. F. KENNEY, W. F. GROTH; Town of Grafton, C.F. MINTTLAFF, B.WULFF: Town Mequon, Jos. KLUG, Peter BARTH, John BUBLITZ; Town Jackson, John JAEGER,Wm. LEISENER.
The board will meet shortly and elect its officers for the ensuing year.
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A Narrow Escape
A little ten year old daughter of Wm. GERLACK of the town of Jackson had a narrowescape of being hurled to death on Monday afternoon. She had just returned from schooland went out to the barn where her father was engaged in cutting feed, and desiringto help her father in the work, she carried the cut feed from the machine. In someunaccountable manner her dresses came in contact with the thumbling rods and shewas hurled to the ground, but luckily the horses stopped when commanded and thussaved her life. She escaped by a few slight bruises, but her clothes were literallytorn from her body.
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Modern Woodmen Officers
The Cedarburg Camp, M.W. of A. met at their hall in Lehmann's block on Wednesdayevening last, and elected the following officers of the camp for the ensuing year:
Venerable Counsel, W. F. FREUND
Worthy Advisor, O. LANGHEINRICH
Clerk, F. G. SCHUETTE
Banker, W. H. HORN
Escort, W. H. SCHROEDER
Camp Physicians, Drs. E. P. McGOVERN and H. KERKSIECK
Watchman, Anton FISCHER
Sentry, Chas. MIELKE

John C. KUHEFUSS, Jr. was chosen as a delegate to the county convention which meetsat Port Washington this month to elect a delegate to the state convention.
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Farmers' Institute at Grafton
The following is the program for the Farmers' Institute to be held at the Villageof Grafton on Thursday and Friday, Jan. 19th and 20th, conducted by Geo. C. HILL:
PROGRAM
Thursday, Morning 10 o'clock
Soil fertility……………………………….F. H. MERRELL
Crops to grow……………………………..C. P. GOODRICH
1:30 P.M.
Bees………………………………………..N. E. FRANCE
Swine………………………………………S.H. TODD
Dairy cows…………………………………C. P. GOODRICH
7:30 P.M.
Educated Farmers………………………….Geo. C. HILL
Program to be filled out by local talent, with essays, recitations, music, etc.
Friday Morning, 9:30 A.M.
Corn………………………………………..Geo. C. HILL
Care of milk………………………………..F. H. MERRELL
The Horse…………………………………..Alex GALBRAITH
1:30 P.M.
Farmers' Gardens…………………………..Geo. C. HILL
Poultry………………………………………C. E. MATTESON
Feeds and Feeding…………………………..F. H. MERRELL
Questions and Discussions after each topic. Farmers should not fail to attend thismeeting.
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NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Port Washington

Mrs. Capt. COX entertained friends Monday afternoon for her guest Mrs. W.E. WARNERof Sturgeon Bay.

Miss Louise STELLING entertained at a Cinch Party Saturday night; head prize wascaptured by Miss SCOTT, gentlemen's head prize by Frank ZAUG. Those in attendancewre the Misses Jessie and Elizabeth DENNETT, Helena SCHWIN, Adele and Julia BLAKE,Messrs, Frank ZAUG, MUENSTER, THOMMAN, RIX, WILSON, MUELLER, Mr. and Mrs. M.D. LEEK,and Otto STELLING.

Mrs. R. STELLING celebrated her birthday on Saturday afternoon.

Mr. Delbert TRELOAR of the State University is visiting his sister Mrs. T. J. JONES.

Misses SCOTT and Olga SCHMIT and Mr. NELSON of Green Bay spent New Years with MissLouise STELLING at her home in this city.

Miss Lenore SCOTT left for Whitewater Normal and Emmon BLAKE for the State Universityon Monday afternoon.

Our genial merchant Arthur BARTH is wearing an unusually broad smile about this timeand his clothes are getting too small for him - the reason? They're twin boys! Andstrapping big soldiers at that! Congratulation Arthur!

Messrs and Mesdames HOLDEN, ALLEMAN and BOSTWICK spent Saturday and Sunday in Milwaukee.

We understand Mr. Joe KOENNEN is ill with typhoid fever; we trust it is not a veryserious case, and that he will soon be out again.

A case of much interest has developed in our community; a young man by the name ofVINCENT came here from Chicago about four months ago and took board with a distantrelative of his by the name of EDWARDS, and got employment and has continued to workin the Chair Factory since that time. In the early part of December a young and beautifulgirl came here as his wife from Chicago and both, he and his wife, boarded with theEDWARDS family. His wife suffering somewhat from her delicate condition he procuredmedicine and attention from two of our local physicians; at the end of ten days ortwo weeks, young VINCENT had become thoroughly dissatisfied with their treatmentand changed to another physician of our city who took the case with reluctance. OnTuesday night last the patient died as is alleged of blood poisoning. The EDWARDSfamily and her husband say that her suffering were intense up to the time of herdeath. Young VINCENT went before Nic WILSON, justice, told him the facts in the caseand requested a coroner's inquest to be held; the justice immediately summoned sixjurymen to sit upon said inquest, and notify E. S. TURNER Dist. Atty to attend. Thejury were the following: George KUEHN, Frank WILSON, Wm. SCHMIDLER, Matt GEORGE,John THILL Jr. and Gil GERMANSON. On Thursday and Friday witnesses were examined,but on account of the absence of young VINCENT in Chicago to bury his wife, the juryadjourned further action until Monday morning next, when further developments mayoccur as more testimony will then be presented; it would not be becoming at thisstage to predict the results, 'tis liable to get into the courts for further investigation.

The case of John SPARTZ against J. B. GREEN brought by E.S.TURNER for plff. For settlingup a partnership deal, wherein they had been in the well drilling business and couldnot agree or settle, it being tried before L. TOWSLEY as sold referee.
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Grafton

Rev. PRONOLD, pastor of the Catholic church was agreeably surprised by a committeeof the lady members of his congregation, headed by Mrs. LEUTHNER, who presented himwith a purse containing a snug little sum of money for his New Years' present. Thismoney had been collected by said committee, among their female friends.

SCHNABEL'S ball as well as HADLER'S ball which were both held on the second Christmasday, were well attended. Everything passed off in a lively but orderly manner. Ouryoung people enjoyed it immensely.

Herman RICK living near Ulao, is going to put up a large frame barn in the springwith a stone foundation. We understand that Ernst SETZER of Cedarburg has the carpentercontract. The mason work, on the other hand, has not been let.

George GEBHARDT, who has been living on his farm near our village, for the last threeyears, has traded the same again for Milwaukee property. We understand the contractis made, and that the rest of the deal will be consummated in a few days.

Taxes, both in the village and town are a little lower than last year, and as a consequence,very little grumbling is heard. At this writing the greater part of the taxes arecollected. As a new clerk or assistant, we noticed Henry HENNINGS, who was assistingAug. HADLER, the treasurer of this town. He does work well for a new beginner.

We are sorry to learn that our friend Aug. BECK, one of our farmers, fell the otherday, in such a way, that will confine him to the house for a couple of weeks. Still,nothing serious is apprehended.
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South-West Mequon

Mr. Frank ROTHE had the misfortune to break his leg below the knee, on Wednesdaylast. He was hauling spiles to Milwaukee, when his feet slipped, causing him to falland the wheel passed over his leg. Also Mr. Herman LUCHT met with a similar accidentthe same day, while dehorning cattle one fell down on his leg and broke the same.

Miss Louisa ZIMMERMANN from Milwaukee is visiting here with relatives and friendsfor a short time.

Mrs. C. KLUMB of Hilbert was here visiting with her sisters, Miss Annie ZIMMERMANNand Mrs. Aug. GERLACH.

The dance at B. HERZIGER's was well attended as was also the concert given by theThiensville Singing Society. Those attending the concert from abroad were: Miss ClaraSCHWALBACH of South Germantown, Mr. and Mrs. G. REIMER, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. KURTZof Milwaukee.
Died: - Mrs. Gust. KONRAD at the youthful age of 27 years. He was sick for a numberof weeks, but a relapse set in Friday, Dec. 23rd last, which resulted in his deathMonday. His death was due to typhoid fever and he leaves a young widow, being marriedonly two years. Deceased was highly respected by all who knew him as an industrious,upright and honest citizen, and was employed in August MAAS' wagon works at Thienville.Peace to his ashes.

Mr. Fred KNOLL from Red Wing, Minn. is visiting with Mr. Robert VOLAND and familyfor a short time.

Mrs. Fred SCHULTZ is laid up with results of a fall she received about a week ago,on a slippery sidewalk. We hope she will be around soon.

Miss Julia WAGNER spent New Year at Milwaukee with relatives.

The engagement of Miss Julia RIEMENSCHNEIDER to Mr. Ernst BARKHAUSEN has been announced.We congratulate.
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Saukville

Mr. and Mrs. DOHLEN, Mrs. WARNER of Milwaukee, spent the holidays with their relativesand friends.

Geo. KEMPF, Peter MILLER, Joseph GIETZEN, John HUETTMANN and our butcher have storedtheir ice supply.

The New Year's ball at Jos. ALBRECHT'S hall was well attended.
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Fredonia

George WASSWEILER of the 2nd Miss. Regt., was mustered out in Columbia, Tenn., andarrived home on 2nd Christmas Day. Many friends are glad to hear of his good luckto be home over the holidays.

George GROTELUESCHEN of Gillett and brother Herman of Milwaukee spent New Years athome.

Ed. MORGENROTH of Boltonville spent a few hours in our burg on Saturday.
Mrs. and Mrs. Robert COOLEY of Oconto spent several days at the former's home.

Ed. FINTZEN who is employed at Saukville, spent Saturday and Sunday at home.
Messrs Byron COOLEY, Oscar SCHAUBLE, and Arthur PALLANSCH who are attending OshkoshNormal spent the holidays at home. They returned on Monday morning.

Lawrence H. KRAUSE spent the holidays at Milwaukee. A reports a very good time, andsays Milwaukee is there yet.

Miss Bertha LAUTERBACH of Chicago is spending her vacation with Miss Edna PARKS.

Albert ROTSCH of Chicago spent the holidays with his cousin Arthur RUDOLPH.

Miss Bertha KLESSIG of Fillmore spent one day last week with her cousin Angelia
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Mrs. Rosie GOUGH of Milwaukee spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. NEUENS.

Emma BORCHARDT, and brothers, Paul and Willie, spent Christmas at home.

Mr. and Mrs. CRAMER and daughter Irene of Grafton spent the holidays at Mrs. CRAMER'shome.

Mrs. JONES of Iron Mountain is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. GRAF.
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Random Lake

Among those who spent the last day of the Old Year in the Cream City were Messrs.M. ORTH, Chas. GORMANN and John FOSTER.

Mr. and Mrs. Wm. SUCKOW moved into our village Friday and are occupying one of theflats in the Hoehuke block.

Mr. and Mrs. Aug. STARKE of Richfield spent Christmas at the home of Mr. and Mrs.Peter RHEINGANS.

Dr. Geo. RHEINGANS is sojourning with relatives in the vicinity.

Misses Mollie and Bid CLIFFORD OF Waldo were the guests of friends in this vicinitythe past week.

John W. ARENDS a member of the 4th Wis. Reg't was home on a fifteen days furlough.

Misses Nellie McMULLEY and Alice MASTERSON of Hoard were the guests of Ellen FOSTERone day last week.

Miss Lena RHEINGANS is spending a few weeks with her sister Mrs. Aug. STARKE in Richfield.
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Proceedings of Common Council

Common council met pursuant to last adjournment on December 28th, 1898 at 7:30p.m. Mayor HORN presiding called the meeting to order. All members present. The minutesof the previous meeting were read and approved. The following bills on file in theclerk's office were allowed.
Hilgen Mnfg. Co. for lumber $92.18, A Bodendoerfar for gravel $27.00, Schroeder Rollermills for water privileges, etc., $42.40 allo'd at $41.50 deducting 90 cents as overcharge.Dr. H. KERKSIECK salary as physical for city poor $25.00, Chas. OSTERER lightinglamps $22.14, Otto WURTHMANN for glass $3.32, Cedarburg News, printing city orderbook, publishing proceedings $22.20. A. KNUPPLE for labor, etc., $10.00.

It was moved and seconded that an order in the sum of $1980.40 be issued to Chas.WIRTH for money advanced.

It was also moved and seconded that the mayor and city clerk be and the same arehereby authorized to issue a city order to Wm. F. FREUND for money loaned with interestthereon.
Upon motion an order in the sum of $50.00 was issued to Fred LIESENBERG as salaryfor assessor for 1898.

An order for the sum of $20.16 was issued to Wm. MINTZLAFF as salary for city marshalfor December.

It was moved and seconded that Dr. KERKSIECK be and the same is hereby appointedcity poor physician at the salary of $25.00 per year, including medicine to be furnishedby him.
Upon motion common council adjourned until next regular meeting on January 25th at7:30 p.m.
F. G. SCHUETTE, city clerk.

Cedarburg Weekly News
January 11, 1899
Cedarburg, Ozaukee County

LOCAL ITEMS

A. R. BOERNER is reported on the sick list.

Mayor W. H. HORN is able to be about again.

Herman SCHELLENBERG of Horns Corners announces his annual mask ball on Saturday,Jan. 21st.

The ice harvest in this city is about finished. Brewer John WEBER filled his houseslast week.

Fred G. SCHUETTE has sold his pacer Jerry D. to a Milwaukee party. He delivered himto the owner yesterday.

James F. HOLT left for Madison on Monday where he expects to procure a position duringthe session of the legislature.

Mrs. Edwin STRAUB, of this city, who has been reported seriously ill, we are gladto state is rapidly recovering.

J. C. KUHEFUSS Jr. of this city has been appointed deputy sheriff by Sheriff WATRY.A good selection and one capable for that office.

Miss Adele HABERMANN of Milwaukee was in the city a few days the past week visitingrelatives and friends.

H. G. RINTELMAN and sister who visited in Marshfield, Wis., during the holidays returnedlast Wednesday. How's that Henry?

A number of the German soldiers who served in the army and seen active service wereawarded a medal recently. Carl ZIETLOW of this city was among those who receivedone.

Mr. Arthur O'LEARY of Cedarburg, has secured a position with the Milwaukee Manufacturingcompany and will make the village his home. N. Mil. News.

Messrs. J. W. WINNER, Geo. BACH and E. HILGEN of Milwaukee, stockholders of the HilgenMnfg. Co., attended the annual meeting of that company here last Thursday.

E. G. WURTHMANN, president of the common council of this city, attended the specialmeeting of the county board last Friday in place of Mayor W. H. HORN who is on thesick list.

A. A. FARMER of Port Washington was chosen a delegate to represent the Ozaukee countyCamps M. W. of A. at the State Convention which meets at Oshkosh.

The young folks have cleared the snow off the ice on the Cedar Creek above The SchroederRoller Mill Pond, and with a bright bon-fire ablaze nearly every night last week,enjoy the evenings skating.

Mrs. Geo. ARMBRUSTER, mother of our jeweler John ARMBRUSTER, is confined to her bedwith an attack of rheumatism. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Miss Mary TROTTMANN entertained a few of her lady friends on Thursday last at herhome. Whist was played and prizes were won by Mrs. W. H. SCHROEDER and Mrs. F. R.KUETHER.

Atty E. Aug. RUNGE of Baraboo was a welcome caller at this office on Monday last.He came here with the remains of his mother which arrived on the 8:04 express trainthat morning, to be interred in the family lot on the Cedarburg cemetery.

J. C. KUHEFULL Jr. and his wife visited relatives at Port Washington yesterday. Mr.K. attended the county convention of the Modern Woodmen there the same day, beingchosen a delegate to represent the Cedarburg Camp.

Mr. and Mrs. Chas. SCHLEIFER celebrated their China Wedding on Monday last at theirhome in this city. The celebration was a quiet affair and only a few lady friendscalled during the afternoon to offer congratulations. The NEWS joins with their manyfriends in wishing them many more such happy events.
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John LAUER who some months ago traded his property here for a farm in the vicinityof Newburg, has not met with the best of success. Shortly after he moved onto hisfarm his wife took sick with a tumor on her breast, and a surgical operation hadto be performed. We learn that it is feared that a second operation must follow.We join with her numerous friends here in wishing her a speedy recovery.
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Dispatches from Sheboygan state that Prof. John E. RIORDAN, principal of the highschools of that city for the past ten years is critically ill at his home in thatcity suffering with lung trouble. John was born in the town of Trenton, WashingtonCo., and about fifteen years ago he taught the Hamilton school for several terms.He has numerous friends here who will be pained to learn of his serious illness.
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New Baggage system to be Instituted by the Milwaukee Road
Within ninety days, the old-time brass checks, used from time immemorial by railroadsfor checking baggage, will be a thing of the past on the entire system of the Chicago,Milwaukee & St. Paul company. With the new year they have been entirely discardedon the LaCrosse division as a starter for a new, simple and practical method of handlingand checking baggage, which is the outgrowth of years of study and experiment uponthe part of D. C. CARRICK, general baggage agent of the road. The old brass checkwill be discarded and instead a piece of heavy card board, issued in duplicate, willbe used, and this will be more comprehensive and prevent any possibility of mistakeor error, either on the part of the company or the owner of baggage that is beingtransported. It will be at once a receipt for the baggage, and an unerring indicationof just what designation the passenger specified.
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We have since been informed that our informant of the news of H. ECKHART's deathat Toledo, O., which appeared in our last issue, was incorrect. As we received thesame shortly before going to press we were unable to get the report verified. Weare glad to announce that Mr. E. is alive and well, and resides in Philadelphia.
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Skat Tournament
The skat tournament given by Paul HETEBRUEG of the Cedarburg House in this citylast Sunday was largely attended, twenty-eight lovers of that game participating.Numbers were drawn for each set of partners consisting of four at each table, andeach set was supplied with a score card of eighty numbers. Three prizes were awarded,F. Walter HOFFMANN of this city carried off the first prize, Ullrich HILTY of Theinsvillesecond and Hugo LAU of Hamilton third prize. After the tournament those participatingwere served with an elegant supper. Among those from the neighborhood we noticed:Messr. Ullrich HILTY, Carl GERLACH, Ernst MEMMLER and Hugo HOFFMANN of Theinsville.
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Ozaukee Co. Agricultural Society Meeting
The annual meeting of the Ozaukee Co. Agricultural Society was held at the parlorsof the Washington House in this city on Saturday afternoon last. The attendance wasnot very large owing to the extreme cold weather which kept many of the members away.Pres. W. H. RINTELMANN called the meeting to order, and Secretary Jacob DIETRICHread the proceedings of the last annual meeting which were adopted unanimously. Theelection of officers for the ensuing year was next in order and resulted as follows:
President, W. H. RINTELMANN, Cedarburg; 1st Vice Pres., Wm. WEBER; Grafton; 2nd VicePres., N. E. BECKER, Fredonia; Secretary, Jacob DIETRICVH, Cedarburg; Treasurer,L. E. SCHROEDER, Cedarburg.

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD
James KENNEY, Henry JAEGER, Mequon - Thos. HALPIN, Fred BEHRENS, Cedarburg - JohnDIETRICH, H. L. KROPP, Grafton, - John GOUGH, F. C. RACE, Saukville - P. R. KUNNY,Ed. LUTZEN, Fredonia - W. H. FITZGERALD, F. R. KUETHER, City of Cedarburg - Chas.MUELLER, Frank WILSON, City of Port Washington - F. L. HARNS, C. C. DOCTOR, Villageof Grafton - Peter POULL, John DRIES, Belgium - J. H. JOHANNS, J. M. LEARNED, TownPort Washington.

About forty members paid their membership fee. According to the statement publishedby the secretary the society has about seventy-five dollars in the treasury at theclose of the year 1898, a showing the society has not had for some years. The datesof holding the next fair have been selected by the members of the executive board,being the 25, 26, and 27th of September '99. Among those present from the adjoiningtowns who ventured out that cold day to attend the meeting, we noticed A. SELLE ofMequon, John GOUGH of Saukville and Wm. WEBER of Grafton.
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Real Estate Transfers
As recorded in the Register of Deeds office at Port Washington since Januaryfirst
Emil ZANDLER to Wm. F. FREUND, lot 1, blk 1, in Frank Chicory subdiv to City of Cedarburg,$100.
F. C. MINTZLAFF To Frederick BOTHE lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, blk 2, original plat to villageof Grafton, $1700.
Bernard Risch to John and Matt RISCH, 76 1/2 acres in sec. 13, and 16 acres in sec.18, town Belgium $8000.
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Death of Mrs. Ernestine Runge.
Mrs. Ernestine RUNGE died at her home in the city of Milwaukee on Friday lastafter a brief illness. The deceased was one of the early settlers of Cedarburg, andher death will cause many of our old inhabitants to mourn the departure of a friend.Mrs. RUNGE, nee HOEPKEN, was born at Wildeshausen, Oldenburg, Germany, on March 13,1826. She emigrated to America in 1849, and came to Thiensville, Wis., where hersister, the late Mrs. Henriette ALTEN resided, and lived there and in Milwaukee untilDec. 21, 1852, when she married Dr. August S. RUNGE of Cedarburg, and lived withhim here until his death on Nov. 6, 1865. Dr. RUNGE was a physician, who came fromGermany, (his native state being Mecklenburg-Strelitz) in 1849 and settled here,where he practiced his profession for a short time; before his marriage he becameproprietor of the Cedarburg Brewery, and conducted the business first in partnershipwith C. ENGELS, and later alone until the time of his death. Seven children wereborn to the couple, the last shortly after the father's death. One daughter Sophia,the second youngest, died August 31, 1891. The other six survive; they are: AdeleRUHOFF of La Crosse, Emma ROLOFF of Santa Clara, Cal., Minna STONE of Montana, ElsieLOGEMANN of Milwaukee, Augusta, at present teaching school in this county, and oneson, E. Aug. RUNGE, an attorney and former editor of Baraboo, Wis. A year after herhusband's death she moved to Sauk City, Wis., where she remained with the exceptionof a little over a year; spent in Madison, until 1891, when she removed to Milwaukeewhere she resided until the time of her death. Deceased was a kind mother and faithfulfriend. She was a woman of strong intellectual faculties, and devoted her life tothe education of her children, and remained active in teaching and aiding to spreadliberal ideas among her fellow beings to the last, in spite of her advanced age.It was only about two weeks ago in attending a lecture that she felt the first symptomsof her illness; a severe attack of the grippe bringing about other complicationsand her death. The remains arrived on the 8:04 train on Monday morning and were interredon the family burial lot. R. I. P.
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All Railroads Grant Special Rates To See “Brown's In Town.”
“Brown's In Town,” the remarkable and extraordinary farce, which captivated thetheatre-goers of Milwaukee a few weeks ago during its original production in thatcity, and which since that time has met with unprecedented success at St. Paul, Minneapolisand Chicago, will play a return engagement in Milwaukee at the Bijou Theatre duringthe week of January 23rd. Managers Jacob LITT and SUNDIN have made special arrangementswith all railroads to run excursions from points within a radius of 75 miles of Milwaukeeduring this engagement. A rate of one fare for the round trip with reserved seatat the Bijou included has been granted. The tickets will be on sale in this citytwo days previous to the opening. Special trains will convey theatre-goers home,leaving Milwaukee at 11 o'clock over the Chicago & Northwestern and St. PaulR. R.
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According to an exchange a candidate for office gave an account of his expenses in the following manner:
“Lost 4 months and 23 days. Lost 345 hours sleep thinking about the election; 23acres of corn; 4 sheep, 5 hogs; two front teeth and some hair. Gave away 96 plugsof tobacco, 33,848 drinks of whiskey, 2,884 glasses of beer, 7 Sunday-school books,2 pr. of suspenders, 3 calico dresses, 8 dolls and 22 baby rattles. Told 2,889 lies,shook hands 88,477 times, talked enough to have made in print 1,600 volumes the sizeof a patent office report, kissed 126 babies, cut 3 cords of wood, was bitten 3 timesby dogs, and a baby broke my watch which cost me 3 dollars to have it mended. Loanedout 3 barrels of flour, 20 bushels of meal, 150 pounds of pork, 27 pounds of butter,12 doz. Of eggs, 130 lead pencils, 10 bibles, 2 hoes, and 7 boxes of paper collars.Called my opponent a liar, for which I paid a ten dollar doctor bill, had an argumentwith my wife, the result of which I broke one flower vase, ruined one shirt bosom,two handsful of whiskers pulled out and bought 10 cents worth of court plaster, besidesspending $368 in hard cash.”

NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Port Washington

Mrs. JOSTING of Milwaukee and Mrs. KNOELK of Cedar Springs, Iowa were guestsof Mrs. A. A. FARMER last week.
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The Womans Club will begin its second year on Saturday afternoon; the meeting willbe at the home of Mrs. E. R. BLAKE. The Year Books were gotten out by Editor FEHLANDTof the Zietung and are veritable beauties - the upper cover having a birdeye viewof our harbor and light, with a tug coming in at full speed, the reverse side hasOld Glory in relief. The work is miscellaneous and includes travel, art, science,literature and the home, and means a great deal of work for all the club members.A great deal of credit is due the Program Committee, Mesdames T. J. JONES, Meta DOUGLASand C. D. TOWSLEY for the outline of work, as they have been untiring in their preparation,and no one knows the study and time necessary for such a task until they have actedupon such committee.
The club has over sixty members and at each meeting new names are submitted for membership.The number is unlimited, and it members would be glad to have women from every townin the county to represent their own community in its membership. There are now membersfrom Waukesha, Chicago and West Bend.
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“The Girl Bachelor Club” which has been organized five years and have just startedon their sixth year in this city deserves more that a passing notice. They beganfive years ago, a coterie of thirteen young women, to meet every week on Monday evening.They have never drawn up any constitution or by laws, and elect annually only a presidentand secretary, and have for their object amusement, charity and philantrophy, andas their brains are very active, are continually devising ways and means by whichthey can swell their treasurers account, and as we understood one of them said, theynever used up all their money. They gave fifty dollars to the new congregationalchurch fund, and last Sunday the congregation was surprised by the tones of a beautifulchapel organ, the gift of these bonnie girls, which means that they must raise overa hundred dollars to pay for it. The case is like the furnishings of the little churchand its tones are rich and melodious. Whatever this club undertakes they accomplishin a wonderfully short space of time.

One of their peculiarities is, they never take in new members, but when a membermarries, they adopt the husband of the girl bachelor, and allow him to come and takehis wife home from their meetings. One member now lives in W. Virginia, and by letterkeeps in touch with the club life; another is living in Denver, Col., and anotherin Kansas City, Mo. Such a unique organization should federate and become known throughoutthe state and country. They were the first club of girls to take the name “Girl Bachelors,”but since their organization others have formed in many places in this state. Leftare nine of the girls living in this city.
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Miss SEYK returned Saturday from Kewaunee where she spent two weeks; Miss VAUGHTalso returned from Rhinelander Saturday.

Mr. P. A. RIX has removed from this city to accept a position with the NorthwesternLife Ins. Co. of Milwaukee.
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There seems to be considerable delay about our newly elected county treasurer, Mich.EVEN taking possession of the office. There have been a good many hitches about hissecurity bond. In the meantime county treasurer BRUSS continues to receive the shecklesfrom the various town and city treasurers, until he already has received about $13,000.We are informed that the County Board were called together the 6th, and passes aresolution to have EVEN's bond approved, after satisfying themselves that the guarantycompany which EVEN had got on his bond, was good and had a right to sign such assurety in this state.
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The corners jury we mentioned last week setting, caused by the death of the youngwoman, Mrs. VINCENT, have not got so far along that they have examined the younghusband, EDWARDS and wife, the grandmother of deceased and three doctors, two ofwhich held the post mortem, and one of which attended the deceased in her late sickness.Her husband went to Chicago with the body of his wife for its burial there, but returnedhere Sunday morning. Another doctor I am told will be called, one who administeredthe chloroform at the operation. Of course much and varied is the gossip and privateopinions, sometimes publicly expressed.
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The county supervisors met here in session last Friday and approved the securityof the Guarantee Co. of Baltimore, which had signed the bond of Mr. EVEN Co. Treasurer,having been called together solely for that purpose, as the committee to approvebonds met on Dec. 29th, but did not feel qualified to assure so important a functionfor the first time as such a bond was never before used in this county.
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Grafton

Mr. Wm. ALBRECHT, proprietor of the grist mill, took a trip last week to Milwaukeeto visit his many customers. Mr. ALBRECHT seldom visits the Cream City, his son Otto,an intelligent young man transacts all business necessary.

The little four months old child of Carl UTECH died last week, and was buried lastMonday afternoon. This is the second child that Mr. UTECH loses both dying in theirinfancies.

T. MAHEGAN Sr., an old gentleman, and if we are correctly informed, the oldest settlerin Grafton, coming here in the year 1846, moved last week to Milwaukee to make hishome this winter with his daughter, Mrs. BURKE. Mr. M. has been living here alonein his house since the death of his wife, nearly three years ago.

Ed. MUELLER went to Newburg on Tuesday to transact business. Mr. MUELLER possessesproperties in that village and vicinity.
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Saukville

A. SCHLAICH of Milwaukee is home on a short vacation.

Jacob MUELIER and Millie BATHKE both of this town will soon be united in wedlock.We congratulate.

Ed KEMPF, son of Geo. KEMPF lost the forepart of two fingers by getting his handsin the cog-wheel of a feed-cutter last week.

John NICKEL of Madison, Minn., visited with his parents here. John is well pleasedwith his western home.

Mr. W. FISHER is a guest of his son-in-law J. WEBSTER, our depot agent. Miss Katie,a sister of Mr. W. of Minneapolis is also visiting him.

Nic SPELZ, his wife and daughter are visiting at the home of John P. BELL.
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Salters

B. FROEHLICH of South Dakota called on friends here Monday.

Wm. GRASE of Frank P. O. spent Sunday at the home of C. STAUSKE.

Miss Emma SEIDENSTICKER recently purchased a fine Domestic sewing machine.

Wm. GROTH of Pewaukee is the guest of Wm. SCHROEDER and family.

Herman STAUSKE of Willow Spring, Ill., spent several days of last week with relativesat this place.

Mill Lillian COLE visited with Mr. and Mrs. Clark DAVIS of Mequon last week.

M. D. and S. S. SALTER spent a few days at Fond du Lac last week.
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The Dreyfus Case

We wrote you some months ago that we had conceived much interest in this case,as it was not only absorbing great interest in France, but in Germany, England andin all parts of the civilized world. What we then wrote was not so much in the interestof DREYFUS, as his interests were then being amply cared for by those whose mindshad been stirred up on the other side of the Atlantic, to that which was more thanthe possibility of a wanton official outrage upon an individual because of his Jewishbirth, and that it was justified and applauded by the military authority, backedby the people of France almost as an entirety. The claim was that before a militarycourt martial it was proved DREYFUS had been proven guilty of communicating secretlyto the German authorities, certain facts concerning the moving and using of the Frencharmy that might lead to a declaration of war, and receiving pay for the same; andthat it was contained in a paper writing found called Bordereau, and that it wasshown to be in DREYFUL hand-writing.

It seems that some of the most pointed proof against him, and which got into therecord of the case was never shown to him or his counsel, and not a matter of discussionat the trial, which was a military one. He was condemned. Had to be humiliated bypassing before regiment after regiment; having his buttons and military clothes tornfrom him, and otherwise publicly disgraced, and finally transported to Devil's Island,off the coast of Guiana, S. Am., to be there in prison as if caged, for life, watchby military attendants who were not to speak to him or he to them. All this he enduredand at all times simply exclaimed: “I am innocent!” “Vive La France.” The world hastoo far advanced in enlightenment to submit to such things unless upon a public moralconviction that right has been done; this was in 1894 through personal jealousy in the military, and also in the legislative branches, stirred on by the French press,and finally the pungent defense by ZOLA, the eminent French novelist. France continuedto be absorbed in interest, and the more investigation was made and written up anddiscussed, the more pronounced was ZOLA and others in pointing to the fact, thatan anti-Jewish sentiment prevailed in the army. That Capt. DREYFUS being a Jew, hadbeen made a victim, when the real party was Major Count Ferdinand ESTERHAZY of aninfantry regiment and who had been foremost in the prosecution. Further proof seemedto center on Lieut. Co. HENRY, of having as we say in America, put up the job onDREYFUS; they enlisted a few politicians with them, while as yet the military wasnearly a unit against the condemned Captain, but so emphatic and daring were theutterance of ZOLA, after ESTERHAZY had been brought to trial and acquittal by themilitary, that “the same was a sham, and the result of a conspiracy (unreadable)officers,” and daring the Government to prosecute him for such utterances and charges,that the Government was derided into the prosecution of ZOLA. Of course ZOLA desiredto prove much which the French law and practice ruled out, thereby depriving himof important witnesses and proofs, which would have been admitted under the rulingsof English and American courts, more enlightened and liberal towards accused persons;and where they are by the constitution held innocent until proven guilty. Whereasby the French system they are held guilty after being charged and must show theirinnocence. A fair trial of ZOLA would have brought out the facts of a conspiracyto convict, and get rid of DREYFUS, it would show the conspiracy among military men,and relieve ZOLA of the penalty for defaming the. ZOLA was convicted and sentencedto one year imprisonment and to pay 5000 francs. On appeal the Court of Cassationannulled the judgment, and granted a new trial - because it was prosecuted by thewrong department. The new trial was slightly delayed, and ZOLA escaped to Switzerland,there to await further progress and proceedings towards the new trial or the actualrelease of DREYFUS, whose friends (now numerous) have procured for him at least are-hearing, which has already gone so far as to render it more than probable thathe will be soon declared the victim of both prejudice and conspiracy among the military,to their great discredit in France and elsewhere. The bold and patriotic words ofZOLA and his associates, opposed as they were by the military brought France to thepoint of another revolution; since ESTERHAZY ran away to England, and was dismissedfrom the army in disgrace, Lieut. Col. HENRY's suicide after arrest, and after confessingthe forgery of a letter in 1896, which was used in maintaining DREYFUS guilt. Itis hardly possible the French press insist that DREYFUS will not be returned to Parisand to his liberty. And it is now intended on the day of his arrival, that ZOLA shallalso come in triumph, when and after which the prosecution of both will be weakenedor abandoned, to be in accord with a absolutely changed public sentiment to sympathywith, and honor of an innocent, faithful and persecuted officer, and to the boundlessand lasting eulogy of ZOLA and his friends, who dared to carry out their honest convictions,regardless of consequences.

The world, and especially France, could ill-afford to endure such a revolution aswas so imminent but a short time ago. It shows what a few bad men in official positionsmay plan and consummate. It also shows what a few determined men with intelligentcourage may crystalize into active force, and use it to break the power of the corrupt,and their courtiers and followers.
Napoleon the Great entered Paris once with great parade and popular applause; oneof his marshals asked him “if he was not happy at the demonstration.” He replied:“not much, a little reverse, and the same people will cry me down and rebuke me.”We may also apply the old sentiment to ZOLA and his friends, verily “the pen is mightierthan the sword.”
E. S. TURNER

Cedarburg Weekly News
January 18, 1899
Cedarburg, Ozaukee County

LOCAL ITEMS
Born - a son to Mr. and Mrs. C. H. BUCH on Sunday last.

Hugo LAU of Hamilton has a mask ball on Feb. 18th.

John DALEY of the Columbia Hall announces a mask ball on Saturday, Jan. 28th.

Attorney E. S. TURNER of Port Washington was in the city Monday on legal business.

H. L. COE of Port Washington, the next postmaster of that city, was in the city Monday.

H. C. HORNEFFER of Milwaukee was in the city Monday on a business and pleasure tripcombined.

H. J. SCHLEIFER of Milwaukee, salesman for the Excelsior Shoe & Slipper Co.,was in the city Monday.

Mr. Robert GUENTHER and Miss Louis MILLER from Hartford, S. D., are visiting withMrs. Gust SONDER.

Miss Annie BECKER of Mequon is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Becker of this city.

Dr. Geo. ZAUN and wife of Chicago were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. W. H. WIESLER ofthis city a few hours last Wednesday.

Painter E. G. WURTHMANN is now at work putting on the finishing touches of L. E.JOCHEM's new residence.

Mr. Oscar KOENING and family of Port Washington spent the latter days of last weekwith relatives in this city. Mr. K. is employed with the Wisconsin Chair Co., andhas for many years held the responsible position as overseer in the upholstery department.

Henry MILLER had a well dug on his lot, in John ARNDT's addition near the depot,and intends to build a dwelling house on the same in the near future.

Henry SORWEIDE, Sr., and son John left last Thursday for Beaver Dam to visit relatives. The latter will remain in case he secures employment in that city or neighborhood.

Mrs. W. H. SCHROEDER entertained a number of her lady friends last Thursday afternoon. Whist was played and prizes were won by Mr. Nic. ALTENHOFEN and Mrs. Wm. ROEBKEN.

WILHARMS Bros., enterprising farmers of this town are bound to have only first classstock on their farm. They received two yearlings, heifer and bull, of genuine Holsteinbreed from a stock raiser at Jefferson, by freight this morning.

Mrs. Conrad DIETRICH of this city is seriously ill with hernia. A surgical operationwas performed by Drs. KREUTZER and KERSJECK on Sunday and the patient is reportedas doing nicely, and hopes are entertained for her complete recovery.
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Teachers' Institute.
An institute for the teachers of Ozaukee County will be held at Grafton, Jan.27th and 28th. Prof. C. E. PATZER and Mrs. Grace D. MADDEN, both of Milwaukee NormalSchool have been secured as conductors. In connection with the institute Prof. J.C. FREEMAN of the State University will on the evening of the 27th at 7:30 P.M. delivera lecture upon the subject “From the Alps to Vesuvirs.” All teachers and friendsof education are cordially invited to attend.
P. R. KUNNY, Co. Supt.
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Instantly Killed by a Tree
On Thursday morning last, at about 11 o'clock John, the second oldest son ofMr. and Mrs. Henry SORWELD, aged 21 years, who resides on a farm about three milessouthwest of this city, in the town of Mequon, was instantly killed by a fallingtree. The young man, with several of his companions had made a contract for cuttingwood for his neighbor, Wm. BOWE, and began to work on the job in the latter's woodsthat morning. They cut down a large tree, and as it did not fall over immediately,John gave it a few extra clips with his ax, and when the tree commenced to sway hehurried out of the way; he stumbled and fell to the ground before he got fairlyout of the way, and was struck by a branch in the back of his neck, breaking it,besides injuring his skull by falling with his forehead on a stone. When his companionsreached him he was dead. The deceased was a sober, industrious young man, kindheartedand generous and his numerous young friends deplore his sudden death. His griefstricken parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. The funeraltook place last Sunday afternoon and was largely attended which shows the esteemin which the deceased was held. Rev. E. G. STRASSBURGER conducted the last sad rites.
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NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Port Washington
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Katharine BUERKI, in this city after a lingeringillness of seven weeks, occurred the death of Mrs. Susan Elizabeth KUNTZ, aged 76years.

The passing away of Mrs. KNUTZ deserves more than a casual notice, as it is fromthe genealogy of such colonial characters that Americans must compile their history. Descended from a line of revolutionary and colonial ancestry with patriotic devotionto the cause of liberty, we find the fire of patriotism burning as vigorously in the daughter of Commander MIX, of the Lady Of The Lake under Commodore PERRY, astwo and three generations back.

Mrs. KNUTZ maiden name was Susan Elizabeth MIX; she was born March 17th, 1822 inBrooklyn, N. Y.; being the youngest of five children and a twin. Her father wasCommodore Marvin P. MIX of the U. S. N. who died in 1839 and was buried in Brooklynwith naval honors, he was identified with colonial history and dated his ancestryback to 1643, being the 4th generation from Thomas MIX (MEEKS).
The gentle, refined face, sweet voice and air of superior breeding, which were suchmarked characteristics of the deceased stamped her a lady, and to the Manor born. Having received her only education entirely at French boarding schools, their delicateinfluences radiated from her personality like the subtle perfume of rare flowers,and no one could meet her without receiving impressions as of a rare, last centurylady stepping from some old fashioned portrait. In youth, beauty was undoubtedlyhers, as is shown by an oil portrait of herself, when a child, painted by Lady PARNELL,mother of the great Irish reformer, which hangs in the hall beside that of her fatherin the full dress uniform of a commodore. The last boarding school she attendedwas on the estate of Joseph BONAPARTE in Bordentown N. J. When not in school herlife was spent on board ship.

Her grandfather, Captain Jonathan MIX was a member in 1775 of the famous New HavenCadets, afterwards Second Company of Governors Guards, who hired one BURKE a deserterfrom the British army to teach them tactics. There were ninety-two in this companybesides commissioned officers and they chose as their captain Benedict ARNOLD whoafterwards turned traitor. He was also with the first naval expedition sent outby Congress and throughout the revolutionary war was constantly engaged in effortsto secure independence of the colonies, jeopardizing life by land and sea, and sufferingimprisonment in the dreaded Jersey Prison Ship.
Mrs. KNUTZ as a young woman traveled extensively spending seasons in Havana, SanDomingo and other foreign ports, and she often repeated with pride to her friendsan incident of her childhood; her father was on the reception committee to receivePresident Andrew JACKSON in (unreadable) and New York, she and two other little girlswere placed in a hickory tree and sung “Hail to the Chief” as he passed by. Hersecond brother Edward went as Lieut. Col. of the thirty second Iowa, taking withhim his three sons. He was killed on the Red River in Lousiana.
Mrs. KNUTZ was twice married, her first husband was Ralph Waldo HASKINS, and owncousin to Ralph Waldo EMERSON. They resided in Dixon, Ill. a short time and returnedto Boston. She had two daughters and one son by her first marriage. She was marriedin 1856 to Hon. C. C. KNUTZ founder of the Sauk City Enterprise, who died one anda half years ago at Sauk City, Sauk Co. Wis. Two children of the second marriagesurvive her; Eugene KNUTZ of Black Earth, Wis. And Mrs. Katharine BUERKI of thiscity. Short services were held at the home of her daughter at nine o'clock Mondaymorning and the remains were taken to Sauk City for interment. Surely the benedictionof such a mother, who could face the trials and sorrows of life, accepting the bitterwith the sweet, with only smiles and words of cheer for every one, living her allottedthree scores and ten years at peace with all, will fall upon her children like thesoft dews from heaven, and they should arise and call her blessed. I.T.E.
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Grafton

We are reliably informed that Mr. VAN den BOOM, who it was reported had tradedhis farm, will remain here on his farm for the present.

John TIEGS and Lena ROOS were married last Thursday by Justice C. C. DOCTOR. in the evening the young couple and invited guests adjourned to Schnabel's hall wherethey “tripped the light fantastic toe” until an early hour the next morning.

Miss Durkey PUHL of Sheboygan Falls made a friendly visit to her numerous friendshere last week. Miss PUHL was a former employee of the knitting works here, andmade hosts of friends during her stay here who were glad to meet her.

Mr. HARLOFF, the well known land agent paid this burg another visit last Saturdayon business.

Henry TILLMANN has taken the contract to build the stone foundation of a large barnon the farm of Mr. HARLOFF near Thiensville. Work on the same to begin at once.

We are pained to learn of the illness of Mrs. BORN, who has been confined to herhome for some time. Her daughter attends to the household duties. We hope for herspeedy recovery.
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Saukville

Miss M. KEMPF celebrated her birthday. She invited her young friends and theyall had an enjoyable time.

John WEBSTER, our depot agent, had his fool badly bruised while handling a safe,but is doing quite well under the care of Ph. DOPPLE.

Henry DANKERT's baby boy was christened last Tuesday, and many of his friends wereinvited for this occasion. All report a good time.

Clemens SCHOBER and J. B. GREEN are reported on the sick list. We hope they willsoon recover.

P. PUERLING took the contract for building a barn for Nic THELEN.

August JANKE is building a barn for James BROPHY, and has contracted to build a barnfor Otto DOLLERT.

George KROEHNKE, our night operator, who was laid up with the grippe and nursed athis home at New Holstein, is here again and attending to his duties.

Wm. MOHRHUSEN has left Saukville and returned home to Thiensville.

J. LYNCH of Cedarburg made a stay of four days in our burg prospecting.

Peter FELTES, who has been under the treatment of Dr. M. H. HARTWIG, is well andattending to business.

John THELEN, son of Mrs. M. THELEN of this town, died at his home in Minnesota lastweek. His wife and four children mourn his early demise.
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Salters

Mr. and Mrs. Theo SCHMIDT visited at West Bend last Sunday.

Frank BIRNSCHEIN sold his farm to Milwaukee parties last week.

Miss Emma GROTH of Keowns spent Monday with relatives here.

Adolf MARKS of Fredonia visited old friends here on Staurday.

Midd Amanda BENICKE entertained friends at games and music one evening last week.

Messrs. LUTZ, MICHEL and MELSTER, of Cedarburg called on Chas. STAUSKE Wednesday.

Henry KOEPKE and Willaim BRATZ of West Bend were here on business one day last week.

Mrs. Chas. MATTES and family of Milwaukee are guests at the home of Frank SCHAEFER.

Mrs. Chas. BENICKE and Mrs. Wm. HENNIG are confined to their beds with la grippe.

Misses Helen and Ida MEYER of Kewaskum spent the past week with friends and relativesin this vicinity.

Herman BUTT purchased a farm near Frank P. O. of Carl ZARLING last week.

Misses Mary and Lizzie GRUEL of Germantown are spending this week with their sister,Mrs. F. SCHLAEFER.

A number of our young people attended a very pleasant dancing party at the residenceof Fred GROTH of Keowns last Sunday evening.
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Fredonia

The Modern Woodmen dance held here last Saturday evening was well attended, andall reported a very good time. Strangers were seen from all over, and all the peopleof the village and vicinity turned out and had a good time.
Ed. MORGENROTH and wife of Boltonville, and Chas. WEINGARTNER and wife of Scott attendedthe dance and also visited with L. W. JUERGENS.
Richard STEINERT of Grafton, Ed. FINTZEN of Saukville were seen at the dance Saturdayevening.

Hurh TURNER spent one day last week at Milwaukee on business.

Miss Katie MILLER returned from Chicago last Saturday evening. All her old friendsare glad to see her back.

Arthur RUDOLPH and friends of the Norweigen district attended the dance heree Saturdayevening, and Sunday was spent at Mr. RUDOLPH's home.

Arthur TURNER who was employed at Theresa is now at home.

The Misses Tillie and Rosie SCHMIT, Kathie SCHWIN and Anna KUHL of Port Washingtonspent over Sunday with Miss Maggie SCHMIT, our primary teacher.

Arthur MINZ spent Saturday forenoon at Port Washington.

Mr. and Mrs. ROEVER and friends spent Saturday here at the dance.

LOCAL ITEMS

J. Fred WITTENBERG LEFT Monday on a business trip

J. C. KUHEFUSS Sen. Is confined to his home with an attack of the grip.

Mr. B. WILKE and family of Milwaukee spent a few days the past week visiting relativesin this city.

Assemblyman N. E. BECKER was named a member on the committee of public lands by SpeakerRAY.

The aged mother of Mr. David PIPKORN of this town, died last week at her home atFreistadt.

Mr. Carl BAUER, who has for the past few years been employed at the Hilgen's SpringSummer Resort, has leased the STEFFIN property, adjoining the FAGAN property, lastMonday.

A number of our citizens attended the funeral of Mrs. John RUBLITZ, nee BRUSS. ofThiensville, last Sunday. The obituary notice will be found in our Mequon correspondence.

Our regular correspondence from Port Washington reached us last week on Wednesdayevening, too late for publication in Wednesday's edition. It was stamped “ missent”and held at Cedar Grove.

Messrs. Andrew MARTIN and A. R. BRAUN of Jackson, directors of the Germantown Mut.Ins. Co., were in the city last Thursday on business.

A card social was given by Mrs. J. B. BECKER at her home last Wednesday afternoonto a number of her lady friends. Those taking prizes were Mrs. Wm. F. FREUND andMiss Marie TROTTMAN.

The old days of putting up a little sign in front of your store and then expectingthat to bring people in, has passed. The man who tells the public what he has tosell through the newspapers, is the man who gets the cream of the business.

A progressive whist party was given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. BOERNERon Thursday evening last in honor of Private Albert BOERNER. Prizes were won byMisses Mary LAU and Martha LEHMANN, Walter HORNEFFER and Dr. C. A. KREUTZER.
F. J. EGERER, Theo. KERSTEN and John BEGER of Chilton were in the city last Saturdaylooking over the plant of the Excelsior Shoe & Slipper Co. These men have beenappointed a committee by the business men's association of Chilton to investigatethe stability of the concern and report at the next meeting of the association.
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Here is a receipt for remembering the dates on which the war opened and closed withoutresort to a memorandum: “A” is the first letter the alphabet. Only two months beginwith that letter - April and August. The war opened in the first and closed in thelast. The exact date of the opening was April 21. Just transpose the figures andyou have the date the war close - August 12.
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Chas. A. DOCKERY has refitted his cycle repair shop and with better faculties hopesto merit the patronage and good will of the cycling fraternity in the same degreethe coming season that has been accorded him in the past. Should your bicycle needenameling or repairing have it done now and be in line when the cycling season opensup. Drop a postal and your wheel will be called for.
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Attention
Business men and citizens of Cedarburg are invited to attend a meeting to beheld in the basement of the Turn Hall on Friday evening, Jan. 27th, at 8 o'clockfor the purpose of discussing the proposed removal of the Excelsior Shoe & SlipperCo. from Hamilton to some other place more favorably located.
A. R. BOERNER
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Measles at Camp Shipp
Word has reaches us that two of the boys of Co. E. 4th Wis. Vols. At Camp Shipp,Anniston, Alabama, are sick with measles. They are Corporal Edward and Private Geo.FITZGERALD, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. FITZGERALD of this city. Their numerousfriends here join with us in wishing them a speedy recovery.
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Died - At the home of his parents in this city on Thursday evening last after a lingeringillness, Gotthold, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernst GOLLNIC at the age of 23 years. Deceasedhas been ailing with lung trouble for the past few years and notwhithstanding thathe had the best of care, he gradually failed. Besides his parents two brothers andone sister survive him who mourn his untimely demise. The funeral took place Saturdayafternoon, Rev. Wm. LANGE of the Ev. Luth. Trinity church officiating.
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Intends to Visit California in His Old Days
Mr. Chas. BONNIWELL, who resides on the old homestead, in the town of Mequonwith his son Gust, and who has passed the good old age of 92 years last September,contemplates to visit his relatives in California this summer. Mr. BONNIWELL althoughadvanced in years, is still hale and hearty and if his health continues as he hasenjoyed it thus far, the journey will certainly be enjoyed and a benefit to his healthin his old days.
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Meeting of the Firemen's Association
The delegates of the different fire companies which comprise the Washington andOzaukee Firemen's Association, met at Jackson last Sunday at 11 o'clock in the forenoon,under a call as requested by President W. H. FITZGERALD of this city. The meetingwas called to order by the President and all delegates, two from each department,were found to be represented. A committee consisting of Messrs ROSENHEIMER of Schleissingerville,WURTHMANN of Cedarburg and KUELTHAN of West Bend, were named by the President todraft amendments to the constitution, etc. At 2 o'clock in the afternoon the committeehad concluded its work and the meeting was again called to order. A resolution waspassed that each department must pay $2.00 as an annual fee of membership and thefire department which is selected to hold the annual tournament must pay an additional$15 into the treasury of the association. This money together with the funds derivedfrom each company as membership fee is to be used for purchasing prizes, which areto be competed for by the different companies at their annual tournament. Severalamendments to the constitution were suggested, but were laid over until the nextannual meeting.
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The W. A. Cinch Club, which has been holding regular weekly sessions for the pasttwo months, met at the home of Miss Alma BODENDOERFER last Tuesday evening. Tentables were enthusiastically played and from the close attention that characterizedthe players, each was intent on scoring highest. The coveted first prizes were awardedto Miss Nora DINEEN and James FLYNN, while the consolation trophies were reluctantlytaken by Miss Laura FITZGERALD and John CORRIGAN. After refreshments were servedthe club repaired to the Schuctzen Hall where dancing was pleasantly indulged inuntil an early hour. The Club furnishes no end of amusement, and its members arealways on the tip toe of expectancy for the “next” meeting.
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Hogs Shipped to Mexico
Mr. Albert SELLE, of town Mequon, a breeder of the well known Poland China hogs,has received an order for three hogs of this famous breed to be shipped to TrubaHERMANOS, a Spanish nobleman and banker, who resides at Correo, Apartado, Mexico. The order was accompanied by a check to pay for the hogs, and Mr. SELLE is requestedin the letter to ship them as soon as possible. It also states that “should thehogs turn out satisfactory as described, an order for a carload will be placed.” Mr. SELLE was in the city Friday and informed us that the order from Mexico camethrough an article he had written by request for a Spaniard on “Breeding of PolandChina Hogs,” who shortly after left for his native land where he intended to publisha book on swine breeding, in the Spanish language, which was about four years ago. Mr. SELLE believes that this book has reached into the hands of this Spanish bankerfrom which he obtained his address and information.
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Death of Mrs. Anton DOERR
It is with deep regret that THE NEWS has to chronicle the death of Mrs. AntonDOERR, which occurred at her home at an early hour this morning. The news of hersudden death shocked her relatives and friends as it came quite unexpected. Duringthe past few months she has been much healthier than she has been for some time previous,and retired last evening about midnight, after reading the evening papers, feelingperfectly well. Between the hours of five and six o'clock this morning, she arosefrom her bed and suddenly expired. Death resulting from an attack of apoplexy. Deceased was born at Weisau, in the kingdom of Bavaria, on the 30th day of May 1828. In the year 1858 she emigrated to America, coming direct to Cedarburg to remainwith her brother the late Jos. TROTMAN Esq. A year after her arrival here she wasunited in wedlock to Chas. LUTZ Sen., who died in 1868, leaving her and a son Charles,to mourn his early demise. Several years after the death of her husband, she wasmarried again to Anton DOERR, who with her son Charles survive her. Besides, twobrothers are still living, Stephan TROTTMAN residing in California, and Robert TROTTMANof Kewaunee. The funeral takes place Friday, but the time was not decided upon whenwe go to press.
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NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Port Washington

F. X. KLOETY of Grafton was here last week at the instance of Milwaukee partiesinterested in placing a large loan on a farm in the northern part of the town ofPort Washington south of Knellsville at 5 per cent.

The Luther Sickle Grinding company report a prosperous season last year. They areencouraged to think they can put out more than three times the number of machinesthe coming season, with some valuable improvements which the company have made tothe same. This means three times as much financial gain. They are manufacturedby the Gilson Iron Works. The chief promoters are: C. J. LUTHER, J. GILSON, H.BOLENS, AND Boerner Bros. It is entirely a separate organization from Gilson Foundry,though having offices with them.

Mrs. CONWAY of Kewaunee is the guest of Mrs. W. F. SCOTT.

Miss Anna HOPKINS of Kansas City Mo. Arrived in this city for a visit with old friendsthis week. She is a member of the Girl Bachelor Club and has made her home in KansasCity for the past two years.

Misses NASH and BERNERS of Two Rivers are guests of Mrs. Hubert BERNERS.

Miss Edith MUELLER is home sick with the grip from Milwaukee Downer College.

Mrs. WARNER who has been a guest of Mrs. COX for several weeks returned to her homeon Saturday last to Sturgeon Bay.

Mrs. Catharine TEALL of Beloit is the guest of her sister Mrs. Delana MORGAN.

Mr. W. H. and Mr. Will RAMSEY are laid up with the grip.

One of the infant twin boys of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur BARTH died suddenly on Sundayafternoon last week. The babies have seemed perfectly well and robust and the suddendeath of one of them saddens, not only the parents but the community.

Miss Lena LIEBERKNECHT of Genesee, Ill., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. D. BOLENS.
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Grafton

The Farmer's Institute held last week here, was a decided success. The attendancewas large, the hall being well filled with the surrounding farmers, and quite aninterest seems to have been taken by all. The address by Supt. KUNNY, on the firstevening, was well delivered, and was attentively listen unto. Although we do notagree with some of the remarks he made, we must give him credit for the able address.

Nic SCHOH and others went to Thiensville last Saturday afternoon on business.

It is reported that Frederick TETZLAFF has purchased a lot from Mrs. LORENZ for $125. Mr. TETZLAFF is one of our retired farmers, and he contemplates erecting a dwellingon said lot for a residence for himself and family.

John HADLER at Ulao announces a grand ball for Feb. 12th. Good music has been engaged,and a good time is expected.
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Fredonia

Mrs. L. W. JUERGENS and Mrs. A. F. FREDERICH spent Wednesday at Boltonville withthe former's parents.

John KLESSIG and Mrs. JAEHNIG of Fillmore spent Thursday in our village with relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. A. AURIG of Fillmore spent Sunday here.

Willie GRASKAMP spent Sunday at Fillmore with friends.

Miss Ida KLESSIG of our village and Miss Celia GRUHLE of Fillmore spent last weekat Waukesha with relatives.

Nic SCHUMAN spent Sunday afternoon at Port Washington with friends.

Katie MUELLER was surprised by her friends last Saturday evening. They indulgedin playing games and departed at an early hour next morning after having spent avery pleasant evening.

Mrs. J. H. KLESSIG and son Hugo spent Sunday afternoon at Fillmore with relatives.

Miss Ida GERNER of Cheeseville spent Sunday here with Mrs. E. GERNER.

Miss Margaret SCHMIT spent Saturday and Sunday at her home in Pt. Washington.

Henry KLESSIG Jr. is on the sick list.

Mrs. Edwin JAEHNIG of Fillmore spent Saturday and Sunday in our burg calling friends.

Arthur TURNER is down with the grip.

Mrs. Chas. RHEINGANS and Miss Annie HETZEL of Random Lake spent Sunday with theirparents.

Mrs. Julia FERBER and daughter Agnes, Mrs. PP. J. PALLANSCH and Mrs. Louis GROTELUESCHENspent Sunday with Mrs. KOENIG at Newburg.

Ed. LUTZEN will hold his masquerade ball on Feb. 12th. All are welcome.

Mr. LIEDER and wife spent Sunday at Port Washington where they attended a birthdayparty given by Miss Mary EVEN.

A. F. FREDERICH spen one day last week at Pt. Washington on business.

Messrs Henry SCHUMAN, Richard NIEUNABLE and Charles MIELKE of Newburg were seenin our burg on Sunday afternoon.

Mr. Hugo and Miss Angelia KLESSIG entertained a number of their friends on Sundayevening. All report a very pleasant evening.

Mrs. Nic SCHUMACHER returned from Chicago where she had taken care of her son Henry,who has been very sick. Henry is now visiting with his parents.

F. A. STRANGE, who has been away for a number of months returned home one day lastweek.

Hugh TURNER left on Monday to travel again.
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Mequon

Charles F. GERLACH announces his annual prize mask ball to take place on Sunday,Feb. 12th. Three valuable prizes will be awarded.
Andrew ARMBRUSTER had a narrow escape of being seriously hurt one day last week. While hauling barley to Wilson's elevator at Thiensville, his team of horses startedsuddenly, and in making an effort to hold them, he was thrown from his load of grainto the ground, receiving severe injuries which compelled him to become confined tohis home for several days. No damage was done to the horses or wagon.

Mrs. Bertha Helena PIPKORN, wife of Herman PIPKORN, died at her home at Freistadtat the advanced age of 81 years. Besides her husband, 11 children, all of whom aremarried and reside in different parts of the state, survive her. She was the motherof David PIPKORN of Cedarburg.

A son of Mr. John BUBLITZ is reported on the sick list.

Mr. Albert SELLE left Monday for Dayton, Ohio to attend an institute and at whichhe has been booked for a talk on raising and breeding hogs. He will return homethe latter part of the week.

The relatives and friends of Mrs. Johanna BUBLITZ, wife of Mr. John BUBLITZ, whoconducts a general store at Thiensville, were shocked to hear of her sudden deathat their home on Thursday last. Deceased has been sick only eight days, sufferingfrom a severe attack of typhoid and lung fever, from which she never rallied notwithstandingthat she has had the best of care. Deceased was 43 years of age and leaves her husbandand five children, four sons and one daughter who mourn her untimely demise. Shewas a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. BRUSS of Freistadt, and sister of Messr John F. andGottfried BRUSS, Mrs. Aug. GROTH, and Mrs. Wm. F. GROTH of Cedarburg.
In her death her husband loses a devoted wife, her children a loving mother, heraged parents a dutiful daughter and her brothers and sisters a kind sister. Thefuneral took place Sunday afternoon and was one of the largest ever held at Thiensville. The remains were laid at rest in the family lot on the Lutheran cemetery at Freistadt.
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Saukville

Clemens SCHOBER who was laid up for a few weeks with inflammation of the lungs,is around again.

Mich. EVEN, one of our blacksmiths is attending to his business again after a wrestlewith the grippe.

Mrs. Jas. HURLEY is sick with grippe.

R. RUDOLPH lost a valuable horse last week.

Frank BELL, son of John P. BELL was married last Wednesday at S. Mary's church. The young couple will make Chicago their future home where he is engaged in business.

Today Miss Barbara SCHLAICH, daughter of Peter SCHLAICH, was united in wedloct toMr. CAREY at St. Mary's church, Rev. H. Dreis officiating. Their future home willbe Duluth.

Gardiner KORKER, who resided for a number of years in this town, died at the homeof his son-in-law, James McHENRY, and was buried last Thursday on the cemetery nearJ. W. LUTFRING's farm. He was 76 years old.
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Salters

Henry KOPPLIN is on the sick list.

Miss Emma SEIDENSTICKER left for Milwaukee Monday.

Carl and Miss Minnie RAZER of Jackson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Theo. SCHMIDT.

Miss Bertha STAUSKE is suffering from an attack of grip.

Miss Clara SEIDENSTICKER of Cedarburg Sundayed at the home of her parents.

A very pleasant surprise party took place at the home of J. LAUERMAN last Fridayevening.

Mr. and Mrs. Theo SCHMIDT and John and Henry CIRIACKS visited relatives at MenomoneeFalls one day last week.

Louis GROTH entertained a number of his friends very pleasantly last Saturday eveningin honor of his birthday anniversary.

Frank BIRNSCHEIN and family moved to Cedarburg last Monday.

Michael SALTE and son of Fond du Lac were the guests of relatives here last week.

Charles BENICKE of Mayfield spent Sunday with his parents.

Mrs. Johanna STRAPS, widow of Fred STRAPS, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs.Jno. JAGER last Monday morning. Deceased was born in Altenburg, Germany in 18ll. She is survived by two sons, three daughters, eight grand children and nineteengreat grad children. The remains were laid to rest in the Luth. Cemetery Fridayafternoon, Rev. C. BAUMANN officiating.

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