Monroe County Wisconsin
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The La Crosse Tribune
News for and about Women
Friday 12 March 1948

APRIL WEDDING
Tomah, Wis. - (special) Mr. and Mrs. Earl Woodliff announce the engagement of their daughter Arlys, Chicago, to Dana L. Danbom, son of Mrs. Marie Danbom, Omaha, Nebr. The couple's wedding will be April 2 at Tomah.

The La Crosse Tribune
News for and about Women
Friday 12 March 1948

Tomah Officers
Tomah, Wis. - (special) Evangelical United Brethren church Women's World Service society elected officers March 3. They are Mrs. Reuben Foth, president; Mrs. William Kuehl, vice-president; Mrs. Phil James, secretary; Mrs. Howard Falkner, treasurer.

The La Crosse Tribune 
News for and about Women
Monday 5 April 1948, page 7

Chicago Pair Takes Vows At Tomah
Tomah, Wis. - (special - Arlys Woodliff and Dana L. Danbom of Chicago came to the bride's home church here for their marriage Friday, the late afternoon Lutheran nuptials at St. Paul's performed by the Rev. Schaller. Floria Danbom, Newman Grove, Nebr., sister of the bridegroom, was maid of honor, Earl Collins best man and usher. Bride and Bridegroom, daughter and son of Mrs. Earl Woodliff, Tomah, and Mrs. Marie Danbom, Omaha, stood in an Easter lily sanctuary setting augmented by palms and white gladioli. Frank Redeker was organist and Mrs. Schaller vocal soloist. Long-trained white of the bridal gown was slipper satin. Her fingertip veil of silk tulle edged with lace was held in a beaded tiara and the flowers of her bouquet were Easter lilies. Taffeta gowns of her attendants were pink for Gloria and aqua for Jean, their carnation bouquets of pink and yellow and their shoulder veils of tulle fastened with like flowers. Dinner at the Blue Bowl was for 80 and an evening reception was at the Woodliff home. Guests from away were the bridegroom's mother: Roma Danbom, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Anderson, Newman Grove; Mrs. Carl Redeenbaugh, Tabor, Ia., Alan Anderson, Buffalo, Minn. Mr. and Mrs. Danbom will be at home in mid-April at 902 West Grace street, Chicago, the bridegroom with the U.S. airforce. Girls of the Paramount Tall club, Chicago, were pre-nuptial hostesses.

The Capital Times, Capital Society
Monday 13 April 1970, page 10
Sheryl J. Hanson's Engagement To Bruce D. Danbom Announced

ANNOUNCEMENT is made of Mr. and Mrs. Carl T. Hanson, 5002 Westport Rd., of the engagement of their daughter, Sheryl Jo, to Bruce D. Danbom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dana Danbom, Waunakee. Miss Hanson, is a junior student at Wisconsin State University at Whitewater. Mr. Danbom, also a junior at Whitewater, is a member of Epsilon Pi Tau.

La Crosse Tribune and Leader Press
Friday 2 June 1933, page 13
TOMAH

Tomah, Wis. - (special) - The eighth grade graduating class of the Miller school held its class day exercises Monday afternoon and the commencement program Wednesday evening. There were 42 in the class.

Following is the class day program: La Galondrina, orchestra; piano solo, Harold Schedler; class history, Jean Bennett, Irene Woodliff, Marie Lamb, Roger Kohl, Elvora Kelk; vocal selection, Caryl Mae Reisenauer; class poem, Lucile Goldbeck; violin solo, Eldora Kelk; class prophecy, Esther Eldrick, Robert Reetz, Lois Reynolds, Douglas Shepard, Bon Brokman, Joseph Scheffer, Vernetta Trythall, Lydia Hahn Dorothy Von Haden, Virginia Johnson; vocal selection, mixed chorus; saxophone solo, Marie Lamb; class will, Harold Schedler, Bernard Sorenson, Billy Homermiller, Bob Zeibell, Virginia Johnson, Muriel Hendrickson; response, Israel Cooper; vocal selection, Dorothy Von Haden, Lois Reynolds, Lydia Hahn; instrumental selection, baseball nine; class song, eighth grade.

The commencement program Wednesday was as follows: piano solo, Harold Schedler; welcome, lloyd Kellogg; trio, Dorothy Von Haden, Lois Reynolds, Lydia Hahn; address, the Rev. Johnson; vocal solo, Caryl Mae Reisenauer; violin solo, Eldora Kelk; vocal selection, mixed chorus; presentation of diplomas, Dr. Bell; class song, eighth grade; benediction, the Rev. Baxter.

Following the graduation exercises the graduates were entertined at a dancing party sponsored by the mothers.

The graduates are Jean Bennett, Bou Brookman, Walter Chase, Esther Eldrick, Lucille Frink, Jeanette Franx, Milton Gilson, Sowland Gray, Kenneth Goff, Lycille Goldbeck, Lydia Hahn, June Hansen, Ralph Harris, Muriel Hendrickson, Billy Homermiller, Melvin Johnson, Virginia Johnson, Lida Johnson, Eldora Kelk, Elvora Kelk, Lloyd Kellogg, Rodger Kohl, Willard Kuehl, Marie Lamb, Katherine Miller, John Miller, Lucille Pepple, Robert Rettz, Caryl Mae Reisenauer, Loid Reynolds, Luella Robertson, Harold Schedler, Jeanette Sheehy, Joseph Schaffer, Dgoulas Shepard, Bernard Sorenson, Vernetta Trythall, Dorothy Von Haden, June Vandervort, Irene Woodliff, Merwin Wyatt, Bob Ziebell.

La Crosse Tribune and Leader Press
Friday 2 June 1933, page 13
TOMAH

Mrs. H. L. Syverson suffered a number of bruises and other minor injuries Wednesday when a truck of the Wisconsin Power and Light company crashed into the car she was driving at the intersection of Kilbourn avenue and Milwaukee street.

Sparta Eagle
March 27, 1867 page 1
Sparta, Wisconsin

IN PROBATE - Monroe County Court.
In the matter of the last will and testament of Nathan Winship, deceased.
On reading and filing an instrument in writing properting to be the last will and testament of Nathan Winship, late of the town of Greenfield, in the county of Monroe and state of Wisconsin, deceased, and also the accompanying petition of Eunice Winship of said town, and county, representing among other things that the said Nathan Winship, died at his residence in said town, on the 14th day of April, A.D. 1866; that said instrument is the last will and testament of said deceased, and she the said petitioner is the idenical Eunice Winship named and appointed in and by said last will and testament executrix thereof, in connection with Joseph Winship, brother of said deceased, as executor thereof, and praying that a day be appointed to hear the proofs of said last will and testament, and that letters testamentary be issued to the said Eunice Winship, and the said Joseph Winship the executor and executrix in said will named. It is ordered that the proofs of said instrument be heard before the judge of this court, on Thursday, the 14th day of March, A.D. 1867, at ten o'clock in the forenoon of said day, at the court house in the village of Sparta, in said county; and it is further ordered that a public notice thereof be given to all persons interested, by publishing a copying of this order for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing in the Sparta Eagle, a weekly newspaper printed and published at Sparta, in said county.

LUTHER B. NOYES, County Judge. Dated Feb. 27th, 1867.

Monroe County Republican
21 March 1872
LOCAL ITEMS

CIRCUIT COURT - The March term of the Circuit Court for this county, convenes here on Tuesday next, with a somewhat lengthy Calendar of criminal cases, and with the usual nuber of civil actions. Two weeks at least will be occupied with the docket, in which the attorneys will reap a rich harvest, while hotel and boarding house keepers will "laugh and grow fat".

EXAMINATION WAIVED - Mrs. Ingersoll, suspected of poisoning her husband an account of which we gave last week, was brought before Esq. Hoyt for examination on Friday afternoon last, when she waived an examination, and was remanded back to the custody of the sheriff. Whether her case will be taken up during the session of the Circuit Court which convenes on Tuesday next, or not, we are unable to say.

SERVED HIM RIGHT - A drunken brawler made himself so disgusting on the street, Tuesday, that it was thought a night's lodging in the jail would be beneficial to him. He resisted the officers who arrested him, but was taken feet foremost to the lock up, otwithstanding his constant prating that he could not be put in jail. He is one of the hands at work on Tunnel No. 3, and had better be there constantly than in jail.

WELLS TOWN CAUCUS

A town Caucus, of the voters of the town of Wells, will be held at the house of Wm. Bomback, in said town on Thursday, the 27th day of March, 1873, at one o'clock p.m. for the purpose of putting in nomination candidates for town offices.

DIED

On the 6th inst., of lingering consumption, Mrs. Emma, wife of Mr. O. I. Newton, aged 32 years. The deeply bereaved husband, and two dear little boys, and other sorrowing friends, have the heart-felt sympathies of many friends, and the consolation of the sweetest peace in the last days of the dear, departed one. While she was in life, much that was to her desirable and pleasant, she felt that to depart and be with the Lord, was far better. May her worthy example and true christian devotion, be long remembered and faithfully copied, by those who follow on to the same happy destiny.

Monroe County Republican
21 March 1872
LEGALS

To The Voters of Monroe County
I do hereby respectfully announce myself as an Independent Candidate for the office of County Judge at the election to be held in April 1873. If elected I shall perform the duties of the office to the best of my ability.

R. W. DAWS, Little Falls, Wis., March 10th, 1873.

NOTICE
Whereas, my wife, Mary Perkins, has left my bed and board without just cause or provocation, therefore all persons are forbidden to harbor or trust her on my account as I shall pay no debts of her contracting.

Sparta, March 6th, 1873.
O. R. PERKINS.
ORDER TO HEAR PETITION, &c
In Probate - Monroe County Court
In the matter of the Guardianship of Frank H. Bloomingdale, minor child and heir of Joseph Bloomingdale, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of E. A. Bloomingdale, guardian of said minor, representing among other things, that he the said ward, is seized of certain real estate in Monroe county, Wis., and that it is necessary that the whole of the same should be sold, and praying for the license to sell the same: and it appearing to the Court, from said petition, that it is for the best interested of the said minor to sell said real estate and invest the proceeds, it is ordered and directed that the next to kin to said ward, and all persons interested in said estate, appear before the Judge of this Court, on Friday, the ?1st day of March, A.D. 1873, at 9 o'clock a.m., at the Court House, in Sparta, in said county, then and there to show cause (if any there be) why license syould not be granted for the sale of said real estate, according to the prayer of said petition.
And it is further ordered, that a copy of this order shall be published for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Monroe County Republican, a weekly newspaper printed at Sparta in said county.

By the Court, T. D. STEELE, Courty Judge.
Dated at Sparta the 18th day of Feb. A. D. 1873.

ORDER TO HEAR PETITION
In Probate - Monroe County Court
In the matter of the estate of Mary Jones and David W. Jones, minor heirs of David W. Jones, late of Leon, Monroe county, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Sarah W. Jones, guardian of said minors, representing, among other things, that the said wards, are seized of certain real estate in Leon, Monroe Co. Wis., and that it is necessary that all of the same should be sold, and praying for license to sell the same: and it appearing to the Court, from said petition, that it is necessary for the purpose of supporting and educating the said wards to sell said real estate, it is ordered and directed that the next kin to said wards, and all persons interested in said estate, appear before the Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 7th day of April A.D. 1873, at 2 o'clock p.m., at the Court House, in Spart, in said county, then and there to show cause (if any there shall be) why license should not be granted for the sale of said real estate, according to the prayer of said petition.
And it is further ordered, that a copy of this order shall be published for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Monroe Co. Republican a weekly newspaper printed at Sparta in said county.

By the Court, T. D. STEELE, County Judge,
dated at Sparta, the 3d day of Feb. A.D. 1873.

ORDER TO HEAR PETITION, &c.
In Probate - Monroe County Court
In the matter of the estate of Albert Sweet, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Candace M. Sweet, of Little Falls, representing, among other things, that Albert Sweet, late of said town of the 22df day of Janary A.D. 1873, at Little Falls, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State, and in said county, and that the said petitioner is widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to her granted. It is ordered that said petition be heard before the Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 7th day of April A.D. 1873, at 10 o'clock A.M. at the Probate office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order, for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, int he Monroe County Republican, a weekly newspaper printed and published at Sparta in said County.

By the Court, T. D. STEELE, County Judge
Dated at Sparta, the 3d day of March A.D. 1873.

The La Crosse Tribune, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Monday 6 February 1905

SISTER EDWARDINE IS DEAD
Sister Edwardine, aged 23 years, died this morning at the St. Francis hospital of inflammation of the brain. Deceased wass a teacher in the St. Michael's orphan asylum. Sister Edwardine entered the convent six years ago. Her home was at Tomah and her name before entering the convent Catherine Prahan. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock from the St. Rose convent interment being made in the Catholic cemetery, Rev. Father Beyer officiating.

The La Crosse Tribune
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Monday 16 January 1905

TOMAH, Wis., Jan. 16 - Gottlieb Lachelt, a well-to-do German farmer, committed suicide by taking carbolic acid.

The La Crosse Tribune
Thursday 25 October 1945, page 16 column 1

Former Indianans Marry In Tomah
Sparta, Wis. - (special) - Viola Jacuane of Richmond, Ind., and Sgt. Don E. Dickinson of Tomah were married at St. Mary's Catholic church, Tomah, Oct. 20 at eight o'clock mass by the Rev. John Brudermanns. Attending were Ida Jacuane of Richmond and Lieut. Dwaine Dickinson.
Bride and sister-bridesmaid wore gray suits and hats. The former's corsage was an orchid and the latter were gardenias.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jacuane came from Richmond for their daughter's wedding and other out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. John Pecaro and daughter Prudence, Miss Musa Dickinson and Robert Larsen of Chicoga. Dinner was at the home of the bridegroom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Dickinson, and the couple left for Chicago to spend a week.
Bride and bridegroom are graduates of the Richmond high school, class of 1942. The bridegroom was attending Indiana State teachers college at Terre Haute when he enlisted. He has been overseas a year and a half and expects to be discharged after he returns to the Marine air base at El Toro, Santa Ana, Calif. The bride has been employed in the office of the Crosley corporation, Richmond.

The Wisconsin State Journal
Madison, Wisconsin
Saturday 1940 November 9, Front page column 5

Seven Hurt In Head On Car Crash
Seven persons were injured, when two cars collided head on on Highways 12 and 13 a mile north of Middleton during the rain this morning.
The injured:
Musa Dickinson, 37, Chicago, lacerated left knee, probably left hip fracture; possible skull fracture; condition "good".
Wilbur Holtz, 34, Prairie du Sac, brain concussion, cuts on hand, leg, and nose.
Mrs. Mamie Larson, 36, Chicago, lacerated nose.
Robert Larson, 10, her son, probable fractured leg.
Marietta Dickinson, 18, of 412 W. Doty st., left leg injury.
Marjorie Franz, 18, Tomah, bruises on knee and hand.
Bernice Schedler, 19, Tr. 4, Tomah, bruises on wrist and knee.
Holtz was taken to Methodist hospital. Miss Franz and Miss Schedler were treated at Wisconsin General hospital, then released. The others were taken to Wisconsin General hospital.
County highway police reported that the cars, drivien by Marietta Dickinson and Holtz, colleded on a curve. The wet highway was believed to have been partly responsible for the accident. HOltz said he skidded.
Miss Dickinson was driving north toward Tomah and Holtz was driving toward Madison.

The Wisconsin State Journal
Madison, Wisconsin
Sunday, November 10, 1940, Front page, column 6

Wisconsin General hospital Satuday night reported that Musa Dickinson, 37, Chicago, msot seriously injured in an accident near Middleton Saturday morning, did not suffer a skull fracture, as was feared, and suffered a dislocated hip instead of a feared fracture.
The other persons slightly injured in the accident near Middleton were: Wilbur Holtz, 34, Prairie du Sac; Mrs. Mamie Larson, 36, Chicago; Robert Larson, 10; Marietta Dickinson, 18, of 412 W. Doty st.; Marjorie Franz, 18, Tomah; and Bernice Schedler, 19, Rt. 4, Madison.

COLBY PHONOGRAPH (Colby, Clark County, Wis.) Thursday, 12/22/1938
---Goodenough, Lawrence & Adeline (Divorce - Dec. 1938)
Four divorces were granted in Clark county circuit court by Judge Emery W. Crosby. Mrs. Adeline Goodenough, Sparta, was granted a divorce from Lawrence Goodenough, Sparta, on her charges of cruel and inhuman treatment. (submitted by Marla Zwakman, Wood Co WI Genealogy Trails Host)

COLBY PHONOGRAPH (Colby, Clark County, Wis.) Thursday, 12/21/1944
Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph Lingl, whose death was reported last week, were held at St. Mary’s Catholic church Saturday with Rev. Francis Bienkowski reading the Requiem High Mass and officiating at the service at the Colby cemetery. Pall bearers were William Weis, Edward Serch and Edward Keyes of Spencer and Nick Smudde, E. A. Becker and I. M. Firnstahl of Colby. Flowers were in charge of Mrs. A. C. Elliot of Spencer and Mrs. Nick Smudde of Colby.

Out of town people here for the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Hans Hanson of Sparta, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Phelps of Cataract, Mr. and Mrs. William Neville, H. P. Ghent and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wendt of Neillsville, Mr. and Mrs. Evan Hatton and family of Greenwood, Mrs. George Lastofka and daughter, Rose, of Minneapolis, Mr. and Mrs. John Dahlke and family of Edgar, Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Hoff, Mrs. Mary Hoftiezer, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Elloitt, Mrs. John Hess, Mrs. John Fritisch, William Ganger, Mrs. Ervin Hoops, Mrs. Roy Dittman, Mrs. H. J. Pederson, Mrs. Edward Keyes, Mrs. Edward Serch and Mrs. William Wets, all of Spencer.

The deceased was born in the town of Little Falls, Monroe county, on Jan. 19, 1899, and was married to Joseph Lingl in Canada on June 1, 1915. She had been ill with cancer the past two years.

Surviving are four children – Mrs. John Dahlke of Edgar, Mrs. Theo. Hoff of Spencer and Velma and Tom Lingl of Colby. Also four sisters and two brothers – Mrs. H. C. Ghent of Neillsville, Mrs. Wm. Neville of Neillsville, Mrs. Evan Hatton of Greenwood, Mrs. George Lestofka of Minneapolis, and Wm. Wendt and Fred Wendt of Neillsville. (submitted by Marla Zwakman, Wood Co WI Genealogy Trails Host)

MARATHON COUNTY REGISTER (Unity, Clark Co. Wis.) Friday, 08/24/1945
Britton, David Freeman (1848? – 10 Aug. 1945)

David Freeman Britton, age 97 years, died of old age complications on Aug. 10 at the Odd Fellows Home at Green Bay where he had been since Oct. 16. He had been ill for the past five weeks. The body was brought to Owen Saturday and was taken from there Monday to Sparta for funeral services Tuesday. Internment was made in the Woodlawn cemetery at Sparta with the Rev. Mr. Clark officiating.

Mr. Britton, a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge for 62 years lived with his daughter, Mrs. Earl McCray at Owen before going to Green Bay. Surviving besides Mrs. McCray, are another daughter, Mrs. G. M. Parsmeau of Mooselaw, Saskatchewan, Canada; a son, Harry Britton of Beloit; 15 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. (submitted by Marla Zwakman, Wood Co WI Genealogy Trails Host)

COLBY PHONOGRAPH (Colby, Clark County, Wis.) Thursday, 05/20/1937 
----Swenson, Mabel G. (Marriage – 15 May 1937) 

On Saturday, May 15th, at ten o’clock in the morning at the Sparta Congregational parsonage, Rev. E. T. Phillips united in marriage Hubert W. Winebrenner and Mabel G. Swenson, both of Sparta. Their attendants were Miss Evelyn Swenson, sister of the bride, and Mr. Jay Steinmetz, high school chum of the groom.  The bride was attired in white lace and carried an arm bouquet of American beauty roses. The bridesmaid wore powder blue silk crepe. 

Following the ceremony, dinner was served at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Swenson, residing on Route One, just west of Sparta, at which only members of the bride’s family and the groom’s mother, Mrs. Jessie Winebrenner of Colby were present. The newlyweds then left by auto on a short honeymoon to be spent with friends and relatives in Chicago and Milwaukee. 
The bride grew to womanhood in Sparta, graduated from Sparta high school, class of ’32, and was valedictorian of her class. Later, she graduated from Sparta Business College and for nearly four years she held the position of stenographer with the finance department of the government at Sparta. 

The groom is the only son of Mrs. Jessie Winebrenner of Colby and graduated from the Marshfield high school with the class of ’33. The following fall he enlisted in the CCC and was assigned to service at Camp McCoy near Sparta. In May, 1935, he was promoted to a civilian’s rank and still holds the position of chief clerk in the government’s motor transportation division at Sparta. (submitted by Marla Zwakman, Wood Co WI Genealogy Trails Host)

Date: 14 Aug 1906; Paper: Elkhart Truth

MANIAC INJURES SEVEN MEN
Madman Shoots and Stabs Train Employes and Others at Sparta, Wis.
Sparta, Wis., Aug: 14.Seven; men were seriously injured, two probably fatally. In. a shooting and a stabbing affray Monday on a Chicago,' Milwaukee & St. Paul " train here. Louis Feltz, who said he lived at Milwaukee, apparently becoming demented after leaving a parlor car, where he had been the. object of comment on account of his unkempt appearance, drew a knife and attacked the. conductor.. A. struggle, followed during which the men were injured. Feltz boarded the train at La Crosse to go to Milwaukee. When he attacked Conductor Cunningham, Brakeman Johnson went to the aid of Cunningham. Feltz was pressing these men so hard that Brakeman Christianson went to their assistance. As the train stopped at Sparta, Feltz jumped from the car. An encounter with the marshal of the village followed and Feltz was arrested.
(Submitted by Barbara Ziegenmeyer)

DESERTER PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER
SPARTA, Wis., Sept. 21. (AP)
The Tucson Daily Citizen September 21, 1942 

Robert Tayler Bailey, 20-year-old Army deserter, pleaded guilty before Justice of the Peace Harry L. Beckman today to two warrants charging him with first degree murder in the rapist shooting Sept 7 of two Kenosha social workers. His plea made him subject to life Imprisonment in the state penitentiary, the supreme penalty required by Wisconsin law or murder. Justice Beckman bound him over to circuit court for sentencing. Under Wisconsin law he may be sentenced on his plea without trial. Bailey appeared unruffled by hostility manifested: by 300 persons who packed the city, clerks' office in Sparta's city hall where the arraignment was held. He stood shackled to Sheriff Hal!et T Jenkins while he admitted the murder of Neil Pietrangceli, 25, and Dorothy Maun, 32. Their nude, bullet-punctured bodies were found near Oakdale, September 8. 
(Submitted by a Friend of Free Genealogy)

Tomah Monitor-Herald
Tomah, Wisconsin, 16 June 1905

MEETING OF OLD SETTLERS

Officers Elected at Last Meeting at O. Corssett's.
On June 7th the Pioneer club met with Oscar Crossett at his residence in the south part of the city where they were entertained in a fitting manner as the following program will show:
Selections by Drum Corps
Vocal Music: Boomer, Harris, Miss Harris, Mrs. Harris.
Address: Old Settlers and Surroundings From the Early '50's
Vocal Music
Address: Twentieth Century Settler
Selection: Drum Corps
Address: Different Kinds of Settlers, Rev. Harris
Selection: Drum Corps
Vocal Music
Reading: Trusts, Mrs. Kenyon
Closing Song: America
The election of officers for the ensuing year was as follows:
C. C. Boomer, President
Jno Nelson, Vice President
Web Kenyon, 2nd Vice President
Mrs. Al. Withers, Secretary
Mrs. Sherer, Treasurer

TOMAH MONITOR-HERALD
TOMAH, WISCONSIN, 12 October 1906

THIRTY-ONE VETERANS

Of the 10th Wis. Vol. Inf. Met in Tomah This Week.

Thirty-one of the old veterans of the Tenth Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry met in annual reunion at Tomah, this week, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. They served through the war of the rebellion, and were gathered from nearly as many cities, to attend their annual reunion - the 44th anniversary of the battle of Perryville, where they received their first baptism of "Hell in War." Many companys were represented, although death has taken many, and time and circumstance has scattered the to the four corners of our great nation. Some of those present brought their wives, and there was also present Mrs. Chapin, widow of their old colonel, a most beautiful and intelligent lady, whose white hair tells its own story, and wo was at or near the scene of the battle the anniversary of which they were gathered to celebrate.

The convention opened on Monday at Post Hall, where they were registered, and renewed old acquaintance. On Tuesday a.m., a business meeting was held in I.O.O.F. Hall. The following officers were elected:
Anthony Premo, President
William Harp, Vice President
Oliver B. Chester, Secretary
L. D. Hinkley, Treasurer
J. E. Webster, Chaplain
The following, although members of other regiments, were made honorary members of their association:
C. K. Erwin, Milwaukee, 45th Ill, Vol. Inf.
Thos. McCaul, Tomah, Berdan's Sharpshooters
J. A. Wells, Tomah, 23rd Wis. Vol. Inf.
In the evening they were entertained by the W.R.C. and G.A.R. at Post Hall, where an elaborate banquet was spread for them. Later a camp fire was held in the Armory of Copany K, and a program rendered, including remarks, reminiscences, stories, anecdotes, and music by the drum corps, a ladies' and a male choir. During the evening a resolution was passed and a committee appointed to ask congress to make the battlefield of Perryville a national park, and erect a monument in honor of the blue and the gray.

The following members of the regiment were present:
Mrs. Chapin, the colonel's widow
Anthony Premo, H. Warrens, Wis.
William Harp, H. Warrens, Wis.
Henry Wilson, B. Tomah
Joseph McGinnis H, Warrens, Wis.
C. G. Burdick, E. Antigo, Wis.
H. R. Scott, C, Stockbridge.
D. P. Rockwood, H, Tomah
C. Hatch, K. Oshkosh.
Fred V. Smith, A, Harvard, Ill.
Wallace Thompson, D. Bellview, Ill.
L. B. Hinkley, K, Waupun, Wis.
H. A. Hitchcock, A, Walworth, Wis.
W. W. Day, D. Owatonna, Minn.
H. H. Calkins, D, Mauston, Wis.
William Richards, Mound City, Ill.
H. H. Mason, D. Big Springs, Wis.
C. Stowell, D. Big Springs, Wis.
Smith Peck and wife, H. Elroy, Wis.
C. W. Eggleston and wife, D. Kilbourn, Wis.
A. N. Maltby, H, Oakdale, Wis.
R. A. McComb, E, Sparta, Wis.
Gus Bronson, C. Waupaca, Wis.
C. J. Klein, H, Mankato, Minn.
H. H. Doane, H. Stoughton, Wis.
J. F. Blair, G. Wolf Creek, Wis.
A. J. Carnahan and wife, Sparta, Wis.
Charles Reitz, G. Black River Falls, Wis.
Fred Reitz, G. Neilsville, Wis.
O. B. Chester and wife, H. New Lisbon, Wis.
H. C. Spaulding, H. Tomah.

The principal address of the evening was read by Mrs. Chapin and is given in full below: (her address follows in full but has not been included)

The La Crosse Tribune
Friday Evening 4 August 1950
front page

TWO SPARTA MEN KILLED IN CAVE-IN
Sparta, wis. (Special) Herbert Larson, 57, and Emil Yahnke, 55, Sparta city laborers, lost their lives when the sides of a 12-foot deep sewer trench caved in Thursday. The accident occurred Thursday about 3:15 p.m.
Monroe county suffered three fatalities within a half hour in two separate accidents Thursday. The two workers were killed in the one accident and Roger Noth, 13, Tomah, was accidentally shot in another accident.
Larson died shortly after arriving at a Sparta hospital and Yahnke was pronounced dead at the scene after rescuers had recovered his body nearly one hour after the accident.

Worker Is Injured.

Ben Wertz, 53, also working the trench, was buried with his co-workers, but was not seriously injured. He is recovering at the hospital with possible rib fractures and a fracture ofhis left arm. Wertz was able to walk after being freed.
Lyle Arentz was covered with dirt to his thighs, but he was freed by his father, Joseph Arentz, and Bob Hammer, another worker.
City Engineer O. O. Bergman had arrived on the scene just a few minutes before the tragedy. He said he noted a small cave-in on the side and warned the men to get sheeting to protect the wall but the job could not be accomplished before the avalanche had enveloped the men before Bergman's eyes.
A cave-in covered Yahnke and a second immediately followed, burying Wertz and Larson. Lyle Arentz was covered to his thighs but was quickly liberated. After about 45 minutes of frenzied digging Larson was uncovered and Wertz was extricated only a short time later. Another 20 minutes or so was required before Yahnke was finally taken out from the pit.
A crew of five workmen of the Northern States Power Co. were setting poles on the new Montgomery street project and responded to the call for help. They were Ward McClintock, West Salem, Lyle Hilliker, Ray Ness, Don Lakowske and John Teske. Workers of the city water department Leonard Aellig and Orban Abrahamson, also employed nearby, aided in the early rescue work as did other volunteers. 
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The La Crosse Tribune
Friday Evening 4 August 1950
front page

GUNSHOT FATAL TO TOMAH BOY
Coroner Declares Death Accidental
Tomah, Wis. (Special) Roger Noth, 13-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Noth, Tomah, died Thursday while enroute to a Sparta hospital from wounds received when a .32 caliber revolver discharged. The bullet passed through his left arm and lodged near his heart. The death of the youth was termed accidental by Coroner M. J. Lanham, who said the gun was discharged while it was being handled by the victim's cousin, Darrell Verweibe, 14, Kendall, who had come to the Noth home. Verweibe helped Roger ccelebrate his birthday the day before the accident.
The revolver had been locked in a gun case, but the boys had found the keys and also ammunition stored in the same location.
Ken Peth and Earl Woodliff heard the shot while in Woodliff's grocery and came to Roger's immediate aid. The accident occurred upstairs and Roger, though mortally wounded, was able to go downstairs and report the accident to his mother.
Roger is survived by his parents and two younger brothers, Dean and Allan. Funeral services will be held sunday with burial in the south Ridge cemetery. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Sunday 7 October 1951
page 18

PIONEER TURNS 91 AT SPARTA 
(picture of Alfred Woodliff)
Sparta, Wis. (Special) Alfred Woodliff, who has spent his entire life in this vicinity, reached his 91st birthday Saturday. He lives with his only son, Roy Woodliff. Woodliff was born in the town of Ridgeville, one mile northeast of Norwalk Oct 6, 1860. He farmed in that area until he moved to Sparta in 1915. Woodliff married Elizabeth Downey in June, 1883. His wife died Nov. 27, 1945. They had two sons, Roy and Ray, twins, and the latter died in April 1946. He also has a stepdaughter, Mrs. Jessie Weber of Sparta. Woodliff has nine grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He had two grandsons in military service, Col. Clifford Woodliff, who is overseas in Japan, and M. Sgt. Merle Woodliff. A great-grandson, Charles is also in the service. Woodliff is in good health and makes weekly trips to the business section of Sparta for a shave. On a recent trip he walked the entire distance, which is more than one mile from the home of his son Roy near the Mount Hope Cemetery. Since the death of his wife, he has lived with his son. 

Wisconsin State Journal
Sunday 5 June 1960
section 4, page 3

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
Sparta - Mr. and Mrs. Roy Woodliff, Sparta, will observe their golden wedding anniversary today at their home, 1105 Jefferson ave., Sparta. After a family dinner at noon, Mr. and Mrs. Woodliff invite their friends to call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. The anniversary date is May 17, but the celebration was delayed to permit two sons, who are in military service to attend. They are Col. Clifford Woodliff, Ft. Meade, Md., and M. Sgt. Merrill Woodliff, Ft. Riley, Kans. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Thursday 6 April 1950
page 11

WOODLIFFS MARK GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Woodliff, 1850 Travis street, observed their golden wedding anniversary April 4 at the home of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Almon Nelson, with whom they reside. Mr. Woodliff is 87 and his wife 77. Both were born in Norwalk, the family farms joining and they lived at Norwalk until two years ago when they came here to reside. Mrs. Woodliff is the former Bertha Gerred and the couple was married April 4, 1900 at her parents' home by the Rev. Henry Best, Methodist minister.
Their children are Mrs. Nelson (Vella Idell) and Mrs. John Seidel (Laura Marie) both of La Crosse; Harvey, Lamspon, Wis.; Frederick, Jr., Tomah; Mrs. Lou Fuller (Blanche) Clear Lake Ia. They have nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Informal open house for them is being held throughout the week. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Thursday Evening 21 November 1946

ELMA MAE MLSNA CASHTON BRIDE OF ELLIS HOHN AT SACRED HEART
Cashton, Wis. (Special) Morning vows at nine at Sacred heart Catholic church joined Elma Mae Mlsna, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin J. Mlsna, and Ellis Hohn Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Hohn, Sr., Cashton, Nov. 16. The bride's father presented her for the nuptials performed by the Rev. Albin Schrear. The bride wore long-trained white nylon valorie, her shoulder veil held with a heart coronet of pearls. Her bouquet was American beaut roses and white chrysanthemums and she carried an emerald rosary brought from Rome in 1913 and presented to her grandmother by Anna Mashak of La Crosse. Beverly Hohn, sister of the bridegroom, was maid of honor and Marion Hohn and Beverly Perkins were bridesmaids. Linda Mae Miller, niece of the bridegroom, acted as the miniature bride with Wayne Flock as ringbearer and Charlene Butzler as flower girl.
(description of female wedding clothes)
The bridegroom was attended by the bride's brother, Ira Mlsna, as best man. Other attendaants were Maurice Carr, Thomas Mlsna and Norbert Miller.
(next abreviated)
B. J. Esselman of Athens, an uncle of the bride, sant his accompaniment by Anita Frederick. Servers at the mass were Raymond Spaeth, Laverne Spaeth, Jack McKee and Darrel Hansen. Reception for 100 dinner guests held at the home of the bride's parents. Prenuptial hosteses: Mrs. Thomas Mlsna, Mrs. Norbert Miller, Mrs. Carl Schaitel and Miss Beverly Hohn.
Mr. and Mrs. Hohn are on a motor trip to souther Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan.
Out of town guests: Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Mlsna and Paul of Chicago; Mrs. Margaret O'Neil of Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Orin Larson and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Larson of Racine; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Butzler of Rice Lake; Mr. and Mrs. John Schaitel, Mr. and Mrs. Hakon Hansen, Miss Inez Schaitel, Mr. and Mrs. William Schmitz, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schmitz, Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Schaitel and family, all of Sparta. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Thursday Evening 21 November 1946

TOMAH VOWS JOIN INEZ WOODLIFF, FRED BEHRENS
Sparta, Wis. (Special) Vows uniting Inez Leona Woodliff and Frederick Behrens, Jr., Kendall bride and Tomah bridegroom, were taken at St. Paul's Lutheran church in the latter city Wednesday afternoon at two.
For the serivce performed by the Rev. Schaller the bride work long-trained white brocaded taffeta and net, her short fingertip veil held in a Juliet cap of orange-blossoms and net. Gladioli in her bouquet were in the bridal white. Shirley Behrens, maid of honor for her cousin's bride, and Mrs. Byron Woodliff, bridal matron for her sister-in-law, wore pink and blue silk organdie with matching veils and carried pink and white pompons. Ruth Kamrath, flower girl in pink net over blue, carried a small colonial bouquet of pink and white pompons. John A. Behrens and Byron Woodliff, brothers of the couple, were groomsmen and Darrel Von Haden, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer.
Mrs. Schaller and Lois Schaller were vocalists for the ceremony. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Woodliff, Kendall, was in white, pink and blue for the dinner served to 40 in honor of their son-in-law and daughter. Tomah guests were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Behrens, parents of the bridegroom, were Rev. and Mrs. Schaller and daughter Lois, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cramer. Others were Mr. and Mrs. Earl Von Haden and family, Norwalk; Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Kamrath and Charles and Miss Virginia Behrens, Camp Douglas; James Salisbury, Ervin Burkhalter, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Doms, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Doms.
Mr. and Mrs. Behrens are to reside in Tomah, the bridegroom engaged in trucking and farming. 

The Wisconsin State Journal
Monday 3 May 1943
front page

FIRE DESTROYS TOMAH SCHOOL
Blaze Causes Damage of $300,000
Tomah - Fire of unknown origin Sunday night destroyed the main part of the Tomah high school building, causing damage estimated at $250,000 to $300,000.
Classrooms, equipment, books, all school records were lost in the blaze, which gutted the structure, erected in 1905. Two new wings, built two years ago, were damaged only by smoke and water. They housed the agricultural department, the auditorium and gymnasium.
The blaze started on the first floor, according to Earl Woodliff and Rosella Komiskey, who discovered the fire at 9:30 p.m. They were unable to tell in what room the blaze started, and Supt. E. J. McKean could not discover the cause.
A high wind sent the fire rapidly through the building, which is located on the highest land in Tomah, and burning embers started fires on roofs of homes three blocks away.
The building was insured for $250,000.
Fire departments from Black River Falls, Sparta, and Camp McCoy helped the Tomah department. 

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Wednesday Evening 10 April 1940
page 7

RELATIVES GATHER TO FETE NORWALK COUPLE
Norwalk, Wis. (Special) Sunday a number of relatives gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Woodliff to help them celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. After a dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Woodliff were presented with a purse of money and two pictures. Their daughters, Mrs. Frank Winske and Mrs. Almon Nelson presented them with a two-tier wedding cake which was baked and decorated by Mrs. Orin Oliver. The afternoon was spent in singing, playing games and a program of entertainment.
Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Woodliff Jr., and daughter Inez, and Mr. and Mrs. Byron Woodliff of Kendall, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Shove and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Shove and son Sydney of Onalaska, Mrs. Almon Nelson of La Crosse, Mrs. Len Fuller of Clear Lake, Ia., Mr. and Mrs. Earl Woodliff and family, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Prochaska of Tomah, and Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Woodliff, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Seekamp and Ralph, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Seekamp and family, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Woodliff and family, Mrs. Orin Oliver, Lenora and Ronald, Mr. and Mrs. Frank winske and son Donald, and Charles Pileponis, all of Norwalk. 

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Friday 22 November 1935
page 4

NORWALK

Miss Mildred Kapeller of Summit and Alois Burggen of St. Mary's Ridge were united in marriage Tuesday morning at the St. John's Catholic church at Summit. The Rev. Father Mechler officiated at the wedding.
Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Woodliff and son, Percy, were called to Tomah on account of the serious illness of their son and brother, Earl Woodliff.
Mr. and Mrs. James Poile Thursday motored to Batavia, Ill., where they will reside.
A Thanksgiving program will be held in the Spring Valley school, Tuesday evening, Nov. 26.
Miss Marjorie Butterfield of Kendall spent a week at the W. W. Prielipp home.
E. C. Mannel and son, Wilton, were business callers here Wednesday.
Mrs. Alvin Wruck and daughter visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Short near Ontario Wednesday afternoon.
Miss Lily Buras has resigned her position at the John Grass store. La Vern Fischer is employed there now.
The Norwalk Homemakers will hold an open meeting Saturday afternoon in the village hall. County Presidenet Mrs. Fred Berendes of Tomah will conduct the meeting and show Christmas suggestions.
Mrs. Jacob Meyers is visiting with relatives in Rock Island, Ill.
Ralph Pfuhl left for Mauston this week where he has employment.
Mrs. A. R. Klein of Dodgeville is here assisting in caring for her father, Fred Zimmerman, who is seriously ill.
Mrs. Kate Doll is spending a week with her daughter, Mrs. Mary Finger, and family near Cashton.
Conrad Muehlenkamp of Minot, N. D. arrived here this week to spend the winter with his mother Mrs. Fred Muehlenkamp. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Wednesday 5 January 1959
page 9
Ruth Arity, Pfc. Hancock In Tomah Vows
Tomah, Wis. (Special) In a candlelight service Dec. 31 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran church, Ruth Elaine Arity exchanged nuptial vows with Pfc. Martin R. Hancock. The Rev. C. E. Berg performed the four o-clock ceremony. the bride had American beauty roses on her gray gabardine suit with navy accessories and her attendant, Carol Nancock, wore a similar suit with brown accents and corsage of pink feathered carnations and rosebuds. Kermit Helmke served the bridegroom as best man and music was by Phyllis and Lois Kortbein, vocalists, and Mrs. Ruben Roscovious, organist. Dinner for 26 was at the home of the bridegroom's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hancock, R. 4, Tomah, with the bride's father, James V. Arity, 915 Oak street, Tomah, among the guests. Those from away were Marjorie Arity, Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Past Arity, Baraboo; Mr. and Mrs. Don Arity, Chicago. Other guests were Rev. Berg, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hancock and Carol; Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Hancock; Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hancock; Mr. and Mrs. William F. Rieke; Mr. and Mrs. Darwin Rieke and Mary Beth; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Meyer and family; Marlene Ludeking. The couple is at home at Belleville, Ill., where the bridegroom is stationed with the army air force. Prenuptial hostesses were Mr. Arthur Meyer and Mrs. Ralph Pingel. 

La Crosse Tribune
Thursday 27 April 1916, page 2

Local and Personal - Tomah

Mr. and Mrs. W. R. McCaul entertained the "500" club at their home on Tuesday evening. Honors were received by Mrs. W. F. Bartel and Mr. Henry Skinner. The out-of-town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Chas. E. Tobey, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morrison and Mrs. Ella Good year.
L. M. Watson went to New Lisbon on Wednesday to act as a judge in a declamatory contest given in the school there.
The many friends of Clarence Dupee will be pleased to learn that he has been engaged as principal of the De Soto schools for the next year. Mr. Dupee is a graduate in this year's class of the La Crosse normal.
At a special meeting of the library board on Wednesday evening, Frank Lamb was engaged to supervise the work of the new Carnegie library. The work is progressing very rapidly - a crew of twenty men being employed at the present time.
E. A. Eis of the Associated Manufacturing company of Milwaukee spent Wednesday in the city.
F. L. Powers of the Laurel Book company, Des Moines, Iowa, was calling on the Tomah schools on Wednesday.
Mrs. L. Finch, who attended the McCaul golden wedding returned to her home in La Crosse on Tuesday.
W. B. Naylor went to Mauston on business on Tuesday.
Mrs. F. K. Talbot, Mrs. C. E. Quigg, Mrs. E. J. Treat and Mrs. E. Bartel went to La Crosse on Wednesday to see the "Birth of a Nation".
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Wells have rented the Burlin cottage on East Holton street and will move the first of the month.
Mrs. Ella Goodyear and daughter, Caryl, who attended the McCaul golden wedding from Mauston, have returned to their home.
Park J. Mosely of Milwaukee is the ugest of his aunt, Mrs. T. S. Kelley. Mr. Mosely came to attend the funeral of his uncle, T. D. Mosely, who died at his home in Warrens.
Mrs. C. E. Quigg entertained the Chatter club on Tuesday. The afternoon was spent playing "500", followed by a dinner at the Sherman hotel.
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morrison and Mrs. C. K. Erwin of Chicago, and Mr. and Mrs,. Charles E. Tobey of Phillips, Wis., who have been the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McCaul returned to their homes on Wednesday. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Sunday 15 January 1950
Page 14
Monroe Signs State, County Road Patrols
Sparta, Wis. (Special) The Monroe county highway committee and Commissioner Charles Dwyer have issued contracts for patrolmen and helpers for Monroe county's state and county highways.
A wage scale of 85 cents per hour for patrolmen and 80 cents for their helpers was established. A nine-hour day and a six-day week will be followed, with provisions for overtime granted only when conditions warrant extra hours.
State patrolmen signing contracts were John Drinkwine, George Birkholz, Carl Schedler, Oscar Dahl, Matt Von Ruden, Donald Isensee, Reinholdt Eckelberg, James Arity and Glenn Wood.
Helpers for the state patrolmen are John Zingler, Clarence Evan Hughes, Sylvester Stevens, H. E. Olsen, Charles Deno, Arthur Brehmer and Preston Arity.
Seventeen county patrolmen were engaged. They include Ray Emil Schroeder, Willard Densmore, W. E. Steel, Frank Popp, Clude Hutchens, Glenn Wood, Spencer Ripley, Erie Von Ruden, Raymond Nauman, John Sullivan, Gilbert Liefke, R. D. Purdy, Fred Scott and Anton Hagen. Helpers engaged were Lamont Erickson, Russell Seidenberg, Leonard Liefke, Leland Rose, John Chambers and William Van Kirk.

La Crosse Tribune
Monday 8 November 1915
Page 2

Local and Personal

Miss Elizabeth E. L. B. Rawlinson of La Crosse spent the week-end at the home of Miss Clara Vieth.
Charles Brandstrom who has purchased the Dunbar property on Pearl street from John McCoyu and Mr. Stuber expects to make several improvements on the house before moving into it. Mr. A. Ford and family now occupy the place.
Messrs. Ray Curnow and Herbert R. Sherwin left last night for Bruce, Wisconsin, to hunt and trap. They expect to be on hand by the time the deer season opens next Thursday.
Mrs. Hinton of New Lisbon has been spending a few days at the home of her son on Pearl street.
Miss Mamie Graf spent the weekend at her home in Sparta.
Night Watchman George King is spending a few days with friends and relatives at Norwalk, Wilton and Rockland.
The ladies of the Congregational church will hold their annual chicken pie dinner next Thursday noon. Every one is invited.
The county board opens its session at the court house tomorrow morning.
W. T. Sadler, W. R. Montague, Mr. Harrington, their wives, and Miss Lena Heideman motored over from La Crosse yesterday and dined at the Lewis House.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert F. Acker were up from La Crosse and spent the week-end with friends and relatives.
Harry Sutherland of Elroy spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clev Sutherland.

Marriage licenses have been issued to the following:

Mrs. Tillie Goldbeck, town of Portland, to John T. Johnson, Town of Christiana;
Miss Nellie Webb, Ridgeville, to Mr. Arnie A. Bohwahn, town of Ridgeville;
Miss Amelia H. VonHaden, town of Ridgeville, to Fred Woodliff, Norwalk;
Miss Ella Helderman, town of Sheldon, to Mr. George Maves, Ridgeville;
Miss Margaret Hanson, Cashton, to Mr. Jacob Seitz, Cashton;
Miss Garl Moseley to Leeds Arity, both of the town of Lincoln.

Will Sherwin has returned to Sparta after spending a few weeks doing carpenter work in Madison.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith (Dora Jothan) are enjoying a visit at Lewiston, Minn.
Miss Betha Jones, who is attending La Crosse normal, spent the week-end at her home in Sparta.
Dr. and Mrs. Mulford and W. M. Colleran and wife were up from La Crosse yesterday.

Source: (Rockford Illinois) Morning Star, August 2, 1900, pg 1
HOLD UP IS FRUSTRATED
Milwaukee Train Behind Time Miscarries Plans of Bandits
Sparta Wis., August 1-- An attempt was made to rob the Pioneer Limited on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul early today.  The work was planned by half a dozen masked men who seized and bound the telegraph operator and muffled the semaphore light. A traveling man waiting for a train was also severely dealt with. Fortunately the train was an hour and a half late, arriving at daybreak, and the highwayman decided not to carry out their intentions. 

The La Crosse Tribune
Friday 23 April 1909, page 11

TOMAH, WIS.

The people of Tomah were interested in the traveler who stopped here Tuesday night. He stated that he had walked from New York to Chicago, arriving there on April 12th. He was given three months in which to walk to Seattle. He is handcuffed and pushes a wheelbarrow. It is known that he is walking on a bet of $2,000.

The high school faculty met on Monday evening with Miss Brennan to decide on the play which the senior class will give at their commencement.

The contract for the paving has not been let yet, but the deicsion is between La Crosse and Winona men.

The Shakespeare club will hold its annual banquet in commemoration of the birthday of Shakespeare on Friday evening, April 23, at the home of Mrs. Louis Earle.

Mrs. Alvie Goodyear is a Madison visitor this week.

Rev. J. G. Smith is making a business trip to Madison and Chicago this week.

At the council meeting held Monday resolutions were passed to give $50 for the Decoration day program. They also decided to put a six foot walk around the standpipe and to clean up the streets, using the sand taken off to help fill up the library grounds.

Captain McCoy of Sparta was a Tomah visitor the first part of this week.

The Armory association met Thursday evening to consider their financial standing.

Clayton Tuttle returned from Milwaukee last week, where he has been studying pharmacy.

The Bay View club held a banquet the latter part of last week at the home of Mrs. H. J. Skinner. The club had a large turnout and a very pleasant evening was spent.

Mrs. Ernest Vandervort, who has been visiting her mother, Mrs. Reinholt, returned to her home at Thief River Falls, Minn., Thursday.

The Bay View club met with Mrs. Johnson on Monday afternoon

Mr. C W. Croty left Tueday for a trip to Milwaukee and Chicago. After he returns he expects to go to Spokane, Wash.

Miss Grace Vanvose of La Crosse is a visitor of Miss Grace Taylor this week.

The Lyceum held at the high school assemlby room Wednesday evening was a very enjoyable one. The program was made interesting by a debate on "Women's Suffrage" given by three boys against three girls. The girls won.

The La Crosse Tribune
Thursday 25 July 1912, page 7

TOMAH, WIS.

Cards arrived here Wednesday announcing the marriage of Miss Constance Cross to Rev. L. G. Crump. The marriage took place last Friday, July 19, in the chapel of Christ church at Red Wing, Minn. Rev. A. L. Knickerbocker performed the ceremony. The bride, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Cross formerly of this city, is very well known in this vicinity, as she was brought up and educated in the Tomah schools. She graduated from Tomah high school in the class of 1908. Rev. Crump ris the pastor of the Episcopal church at Cannon Falls, Minn.

The marriage of Miss Inez Lobe to Mr. Robert Vandervort took place Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock in the Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. George B. Haskell performing the ceremony. A reception was held at the home of the groom's parents, north of this city, after the ceremony. Both bride and groom are well known in this vicinity. The groom is employed at the Tomah government Indian school and the bride is a daughter of Mr. John Lobe, one of Tomah's most prosperous farmers.

Mr. H. B. Sowle of this city is a business caller in Sparta at present.

Mr. William A. Lee is visiting at various parts of the west at present, where he will spend about a month at t he Rambler mine.

Mr. William E. Nuzum and Rev. Jonathan G. Smith were re-appointed by Mayor William Cassels as members of the library board for three years. The council has confirmed these appointments.

Catherine Tibbita Is visiting in Sparta for a week.

Mable Dreps is attending school in La Crosse.

Misa Anna Kirst has left for an extended visit in Wausau, Tomahawk, Wis., and Rochester, Minn.

Miss "Winifred Jay of Warren Is spending a month at the home of Mr. R. W. Gillette.

Miss Mildred Reinford has returned from a visit with friends in Warren.

Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Day and little son left Wednesday for La Crosse.

Mrs. Sullivan is in Rochester, Minn.

The fire alarm rang at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning for the first time this summer, when a newspaper ignited in the home of Mr. Geo. Lucker on McLean avenue. The fire was extinguished before the department arrived.

Mary and Sylvester Scafe of La Crosse are visiting relatives in this city.

Miss Sadie Loecker returned Tuesday to her home at Lake Mills, Wis., after visiting her sister, Mrs. George S. Nebele of this city.

Mr. and Mrs. Wooder and daughter Mabel are visiting in La Crosse at present.

The large barn belonging to Mr. A. Skogan, who resides a few miles north of this city, was destroyed by lightning during the severe electrical storm of Tuesday evening. This is the only damage- reported in this vicinity.

Mrs. E. H. Attridge and daughter Mary of Waskada, Manitoba, Can., arrived in this city Thursday to visit her sister, Mrs. George O. M*rray. She will leave Saturday for Highgate, Ont., where she will visit her mother and sister.

The La Crosse Tribune
Monday 18 November 1912, page 2

TOMAH, WIS.

Mrs. F. O. Lueck entertained the Birthday club on Friday night. Those present were Mesdames Al Boehmer, Frank Knick, George Organ, Peter Johnson, Henry Liessman, Herman Birr, Phil Yakel, Herman Rose, Fred Helhke, Emma Bongers.

A serious and painful accident occurred on the playground of the central school Friday afternoon during recess, when Walter Griffith, aged eight years, was struck by a baseball with such force that both bones of the right arm were fractured above the wrist. Dr. Moseley was called and reduced the fracture.

It is understood that the School board have consented to allow the high school campus to be dyked and when this work is completed the large field will be flooded with city water and allowed to freeze. Tomah will then have a splendid outdoor skating ring which no doubt will be a great source of pleasure to our young people.

Mr. Frank Perham and Mrs. Blackburn of Sparta are visiting friends in the city at present.

Mr. Al Vandervort, formerly a prominent farmer in this vicinity, who now lives at Lemon, Mont., arrived here Wednesday from Chicago, where he has been shipping several carloads of stock.

Miss Catherine Whitney arrived here Wednesday from Fort Worth, Texas. She will make her home for a time with Mrs. Charles Reynolds at Wyeville.

Mrs. Woesner of La Crosse is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Brahmer, Kilbourn avenue.

Mr. and Mrs. John Eickman of Portage are visiting at the home of Mr. Paul Eickman at present.

The Sewing Circle of the Congregational church met at the home of Mrs. W. A. Lee on Kilbourn avenue on Friday afternoon.

Mrs. J. Malloy of Fort Dodge, Iowa, is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Malloy in the south part of the city.

Mrs. Alois Fix entertained a number of her lady friends on Thursday afternoon and evening.

H. B. Sowles has been re-elected chairman of the Monroe county board of supervisors which is in session this week in Sparta. Messrs. Adolph Kress and Henry Coome are also present, representing the Second and Third wards of our city.

Mr. George Morris and sister Nellie, who have been visiting at the home of their uncle, Bert Gray, on Foster street, returned home Friday.

Mr. and Mrs. John Eickner are spending their honeymoon at the home of Mr. Paul Eickner in our city.

Mrs. McGonigal, who recently moved to La Crosse, is calling on friends in Tomah at present.

On Thursday, Noyember 14, born to Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Hatch, a son.

Mr. Arthur Henry is having a vacation from the rural mail service and he and Mrs. Henry are visiting at Augusta.

The marriage of Mr. William Russell to Miss Mary Schimming was solemnized at the M. E. parsonage Wednesday, Nov. 13, by the Rev. Le Roy E. Hoisington. E. N. Russell, a brother of the groom, and Miss Emily Powell witnessed the. ceremony. Both are residents of Tomah.

Mr. Joseph J. Parra of Antigo and Miss Eleanor Luebke were quietly married by Judge Bartells on Wednesday. They will reside in Antigo.

Mr. Leo Hill of Oakdale was married to Mrs. Agnes Clark on Saturday by Rev. Le Roy E. Hoisington of the M. E. church. They will reside on a farm near Oakdale.

Mr. Al Ingraham has moved here from Duluth and has accepted a position in the railroad shops. He resides in the Schmltt residence on Foster street.

The Bolton residence on Hollister avenue will be occupied by the Sands family, who have been living on the Kenyon farm during the past year.

The La Crosse Tribune
Friday 8 December 1912, page 16

TOMAH, WIS.

Tomah high school basketball team will play their first game of the season Friday evening with the Alumni as opponents. The alumni consists of fast and experienced men and will be represented by Pier Aller and Finnerty, forwards; Palmer and Lloyd Aller, guards; Henry, center. The high school lineup will be Higglns and Yeager, forwards; Griswold and Maxwell, guards; Benjamin, center.

The annual sale of work and supper given by the Ladies' Aid society of the Congregational church was held in McCaul's hall on Wednesday evening. The dining hall was crowded from 4:30 p. m. until eight o'clock. The display of fancy work aprons of all kinds, candies, cut flowers filled several booths which were well patronized. The ladies are to be congratulated on the success of their undertaking. The proceeds amounted to $387.

The marriage of Mr. Arthur Taylor to Miss Georgina Peterson, both, of Sturgeon Bay occurred at the Baptist parsonage Thursday, by the Rev. W. D. Bancroft. The bride was accompanied by Miss Louise Schendel and the groom by Mr. Don Ryckman, both of Toman. They will make their home in Montana, where the groom has a claim.

Mr. Alvin Vandervort of Bascom, Montana, who came here about a month ago to visit relatives, will leave Friday for his home.

Mrs. Archer Harris is very sick at present.

Miss Pearl Swartz who has been employed in a wholesale millinery store for the past season in Milwaukee, has returned home.

Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Bostor of La Crosse, spent last week with relatives and friends in the city.

Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Lueck who spent the past week in Wausau, returned home Sunday.

Mr. Geo. P. Stevesn left Sunday for Austin, Texas, where he will make an extended visit at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jay Kent.

Mrs. Alex Arnold of Galesville has been a guest at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Smith for the past week.

Roy Fitch, who is attending the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Chicago spent Thanksgiving at his home here. He returned to Chicago Sunday night.

Edward Franz of Minneapolis, is spending the week in Tomah at the home of his mother on South Superior Ave.

Miss Delia Horkan, milliner, made a business trip to Minneapolis last week, returning Saturday.

Mrs. Crapp returned on Wednesday from Ashland and will spend the winter with her daughter, Mrs. C. W. Taft.

The county board in its last session appropriated the amount petitioned for by the town of Tomah and also voted to purchase the necessary machinery to do the road work made necessary by the operation of the new highway law. During the past month the town board of Tomah have had a crew of men piling the hard heads on the Ridge south west of the city, at Frank Brahmer's farm where they are corded up, or at Adolph Zastrow's place where it is more convenient for the hauler. Those being hauled from the southeast are measured at Ira Root's farm. This item means a great deal to the people in this vicinity as there will be several miles of road south and southwest of the city which will be macadamized during the coming year if enough material can be placed on the ground.

Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Hanover, who spent the past week with relatives in Winona returned home Saturday.

Mr. John Semran and daughter Lizzie are making an extended visit with friends In Nassau, Minn.

Miss Grace Cassells, who has a position as teacher in the schools in Waukesha, spent part of last week at her home here. She returned Saturday.

Mr. John Baumgarten is suffering from a severe attack of paralysis.

Mrs. Ray Lee of Chicago, rendered a vocal solo, "The Broken Chord" in the Congregational church Sunday morning, which was very impressive and much appreciated by the congregation.

Mr. and Mrs. Matt Becker, who spent last week at the home of their daughter, Mrs. Joe Christman, returned to their home at South Ridge on Wednesday.

C. W. Fisk, night patrolman, is spending a short vacation with friends at North Freedom, Wis.

Mrs. F. Burroughs of Camp Douglas, was a guest at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Geo. N. Gove, on Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Nicke are the proud parents of a fine daughter born Tuesday, Dec. 3rd.

Mrs. Ed Peterson and children of La Crosse, who have been spending the last two weeks with friends here will return home Saturday.

A pleasant surprise was given Mrs. Henry Kupper on Tuesday evening in which a large crowd of friends participated at the home on Hollister Ave. Refreshments were served and a social hour was enjoyed. The occasion was Mrs. Kupper's birthday.

The La Crosse Tribune
Tuesday 24 December 1912, page 2

TOMAH, WIS.

Miss Catherine Tyler of Sparta is visiting Miss Mildred Renhard.

Miss Catherine Howes has returned home from the Milwaukee Downer college and is enjoying her vacation with friends here.

The Royal Arch Masons and the Order of the Eastern Star will hold their annual installation of officers in the Masonic hall on Saturday evening, December 28. Refreshments will be served.

Chas. Hamilton, the genial landlord of the Sherman house, has invited all the children in Tomah to a treat of candy at the Sherman house on Tuesday between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Miss Adeline Kiefer, assistant superintendent of the Tomah schools, is spending her vacation at Spring Grove. She expects to be gone for a week.

Alderman Emil Schmitt, who has been confined to the house for the past two months following the result of an operation at Rochester, was able to attend the meeting of the council on Tuesday night.

The Sunday school of the Congregational church will hold their Christmas tree and program on Tuesday evening, beginning at 7 o'clock. Everybody cordially invited.

Arthur Bochmer returned Friday from the college of physicians and surgeons in Chicago and will spend Christmas vacation at his home here. He is helping in M. R. Strouse's store for a few days.

Miss Margaret Smith returned Saturday from Ripon college and will spend her vacation at the congregational parsonage with her parents.

Mr. Raymond Smith, who is taking the musical course at Oberlin college, Ohio, is spending his vacation with relatives at Columbus, Ohio.

Miss B. Morley of Beaver Dam has entered the training school for nurses at the Tomah hospital and began her duties last Thursday.

Miss Sarah Hayden teacher of music in the Tomah schools, is spending her vacation at Council Bluffs, Iowa.

The annual school board convention for Monroe county will be held in Sparta Friday, December 27, at 10 o'clock.

The debate held in the high school Thursday evening between the juniors and seniors was won by the juniors, who upheld the affirmative. The subject was, "Resolved, that the public schools should adopt medical inspection." The judges were W. W. Warren, L. M. Comopton and Mrs. W. E. Nuzum. This is the third debate for the Rowlands cup. The juniors won two of the three.

Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Wise and children arrived here Friday from Miles City, Mont., and will visit for a few weeks with Mrs. Loehr, Mrs. Wise's mother.

Mrs. Nellie Root Richmond of Gundy Center, Iowa, is a guest of her parents and friends here at present.

Mr. George Boyd of sparta was called here Saturday by the serious illness of his sister, Mrs. George Walker.

Judge McCoy of Sparta will hold the monthly term of probate court in Tomah on Tuesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Happe of Chili, Wis., are guests at the home of Rev. and Mrs. A. E. Happe at present.

Mrs. J. Simonson and daughter Doris made a trip to Milwaukee the last of the week, returning home Sunday.

Miss Alice Hanchett returned home from Pine Island, Minn., on Saturday and will make a two weeks visit at her home here.

Miss Wanda Matthews, who has a position in the Mauston schools is spending a two weeks' vacation at her home here.

Miss Amanda Reisnaur spent Sunday with friends in the city, returning to New Lisbon Monday.

Mr. Adolph Schultz of Jacksonville is having a furnace installed in his beautiful farm home, three miles southwest of the city.

Mrs. C. B. McFadden has accepted a position clerking in the W. L. Howe's store through the holiday rush.

Miss Mary Garnock returned home Wednesday from Minneapolis and is visiting her mother on McLean avenue, also her sister, Mrs. Hamilton of Hotel Sherman.

City Treasurer E. A. Daherr announces that he will be ready to collect the taxes Monday, Decmeber 23, at the office of the city clerk. Office hours, 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 each day.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Vandervort arrived Thursday from Enderlin, N. .D. and will spend Christmas holidays at his father's home in the western part of the city. They will then take a trip to Florida and the Panama canal.

The La Crosse Tribune
Monday 7 July 1913, page 2

TOMAH, WIS.

Prof, and Mrs. Milne arrived here Saturday from Merrill and are guests at the home of Mrs. Milne's brother, Mr. William Nuzum.

Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Ward of Des Moines Iowa arrived here Saturday and will spend a few weeks here with Mr. and Mrs. E. Bartels. Mr. Ward is convalescing from a serious automobile accident which occurred about three weeks ago.

Dr W. E. Bartels and family will spend two weeks, at Tomah Lake, formerly Watermill at their summer cottage. The dental parlors will be closed during his absence.

Dr. J. Simonson has associated himself with Dr. A. F. Grove, a graduate of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Chicago, he will arrive here Tuesday, July 8th and will be found at Dr. Simonson's office over the postoffice or at the Tomah hospital.

Mr. Henry Drekmeir arrived here from Beloit recently to spend the holidays with his family on Kilbourn avenue.

Mrs. Frank Kirst returned from Mauston Saturday where she has been visiting her mother.

Mrs. C. C. Ellis and three children of Milwaukee are visiting at the home of her grandfather, Mr. J. B. Vandervort.

Mrs. Ella Goodyear and son, Charles and daughter, Carrol of Madison are visiting with friends and relatives in Tomah. She expects to spend the sumer months at Tomah Lake.

It has been decided that the Eastern Monroe county fair will be held at Tomah Sept. 10, 11 and 12.

Mrs. Clara McFadden is visiting relatives at Jefferson, Wis.

Fred Hanover of Tomahawk is spending a few days at the home of his father on Kilbourn avenue.

Mrs. William Krause of Manitowoc, has been visiting relatives in this city lately.

On Friday morning Emil Schedler was successfully operated on at Tomah hospital for appendicitis following an illness of twenty-four hours.

The board of review met Monday to fix the assessments for the coming year.

Licenses have been issued to the same number of saloonkeepers as formerly. In some instances the personnel of the saloon has been changed. Julius Utke was the only appficant whose license was not granted.

Next Friday night the Unique Theater presents the sublime Indian play, "Hiawatha." It is a three reel picture and an overflowing crowd is assured.

Rev. and Mrs. Jonathan G. Smith left Saturday for Fort Atkinson where they will spend a month's vacation. No services will be held in the Congregational church until August.

Mr. Thomas Sexton was a caller here from Sparta recently.

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Vandel motored to New Lisbon on Friday where they visited relatives.

Miss E. Mae Rice of Sparta was a caller in this city Sunday at the home of Mrs. Sullivan on Saratoga St.

Dr. Edward Krueger of Chicago is spending a few days with his parents on the north side of the city.

Mrs. J. Simonson and daughter, Doris, left the last of the week for St. Paul. After staying there a couple of days they left for Yellowstone park.

The annual meeting of the Tomah schools is to be held in the Tomah high school assembly room. Besides other business, Mr. W. B. Naylor, the director's term expires.

Mr. William Homermiller arrived here last Thursday and is spending a few days at his home on McLean Ave.

John Miller of Mauston, is visiting with Sherman Croty at present.

Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Clark are in Madison for a week at the home of F. C. Rice, They are expected home Monday.

La Crosse Tribune
Wednesday 25 August 1915, page 4

"Big Chief's" War Relics Cause Suit

Louis Decorah, Tomah Indian, Sues Edward Decorah for Return of Father's Feathers

Tomah, Wis. Aug. 25 --- (Special) --- Louis Decorah, Indian residing near here is suing his cousin, Edward Decorah, for the return of several war relics, handed down to him by his father, "Big Chief' of the tribe, as eldest son.

The articles are bamboo flutes, eagle feathers, a buffalo head-dress and antiquated firearms.

They are said to have been given to Louis Decorah by his father after the last big family feast, when they are said to have been worshipped by the tribe, having been the means of victory in battle.

The old chief, Louis' father, died shortly afterwards of too much "fire water" and Louis was converted to Christianity. His sister did not look so kindly upon the white man's God, and Louis gave her the precious war relics to keep for him. The sister then loaned them to Edward Decorah who, on account of Louis' religion, will not give them back.

Louis had his cousin arrested on a charge of larceny. Judge R. A. Richards heard the case yesterday, dismissing it. A new civil replevin action was brought, which Judge Richards will hear Friday.

Local and Personal

Alois A Fix is in Milwaukee, while motoring to their home from Westby stopped over a day with M. Syverson and family.

Miss Nina Hommermiller has returned to her duties in the Cash store, after an absence of three months. Miss Hommermiller took a trip to the coast in May, and while sight-seeing was taken with an acute attack of Iritis. She returned to her home early in June and has been confined to the house ever since.

Jules Houghtaling of Rockford, Ill., was a gust at the W. W. Warren home over Sunday.

Mrs. L. Dangel and daughter Dorothy are the guests of A. A. Fix.

Miss Tess Brennan is spending her vacation at the home of her mother, in the country.

Miss Laura Brazee of Merrill is visiting her Aunt, Mrs. M. Syverson.

Mr. and Mrs. Emery Smith of Chicago are visiting Mrs. Smith's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Lee.

Mr. and Mrs. Naylor, Mr. and Mrs. Scherer and Mr. and Mrs. Smith motored to New Lisbon on Sunday.

A guardian was appointed for Cornelius Vandervort in the Spring. He made application in today's court to have the guardian removed. The case was left over until Friday.

Two automobiles of Tomah business men went over the ridge, for the purpose of seeing what might be done with the Myers hill. This is the steep hill from Clifton to Tomah on the ridge. The Merchants and Farmers are to subscribe $2,400 and the grade will be lowered.

La Crosse Tribune
Tuesday 6 October 1915, page 9

TOMAH FARM HOME BURNS AT NIGHT

Henry Neinecke Residence Burns to Ground While Family Try to Save Furniture

Tomah, Wis., Oct. 6 --- (Special) Mr. Henry Meinecki suffered another loss by fire on his farm on the outskirts of the city early Tuesday morning. The house is occupied by C. Miller and family. Mr. miller went home from town about twelve o'clock Monday night. At the time there was no sign of a fire, although he stated that Mrs. Miller had been canning and had a pine fire all afternoon. The family was awakened at 3_30 and were able to save but very little furniture. The house is a total loss, valued at $1,800, with no insurance. Mr. Meinecke lost the barn on this farm about three years ago, but has since rebuilt.

General King Talks
General Charles King, one of the ablest militia officers in the country, will lecture at the Armory Thursday evening. His subject will be "National Defense." The lecture will be free to the public and should be of interest to every one. General King is a very able speaker and an author, and knows his subject thoroughly.

Vandervort Injured
Luth Vandervort was injured on Tuesday morning while working on the new Tunnel City road. Mr. Vandervort is employed by the McMullen and Sweet dray line. He was working with the team and scraper and as he emptied the scraper and threw it back it struck him in the stomach. A physician was called immediately and he was removed to his home.

Local and Personal

Mrs. William McMullen, Sr., died at her home Monday night at the age of eighty-one years. Mrs. McMullen has been in failing health for some time.

A. E. Haas has moved his pianos and musical instruments from the Cash Store to Palmer and Palmer's Grocery store.

Miss Gertrude Treat entertained at a six o'clock dinner Tuesday evening for Mrs. H. A. Clarke. In the evening she entertained the guests at a theater party at "Neptune's Daughter" at the Unique theater.

Bon Griswold who is attending the university at Madison this year, was home over sunday, having come to write on the Civil service examination held last Saturday.

Miss Katherine Gleis, who is attending the La Crosse normal, spent Sunday at her home in the city.

Mrs. Ford of Sparta, spent Monday in Tomah.

W. E. Bosshard and family motored to Bangor Sunday.

G. W. Damerow has returned from a visit to his son in Iowa.

Mr. J. G. Graham has returned from a business trip to Black River Falls and Mauston.

Harry Butler has gone to Milwaukee and Merrill, where he will visit a few days before going to Joplin, Mo., where he will make his future home. Mr. Butler will go into the automobile business with his brother.

Frank Sauer has returned to his work at Barrow's Hardware store after an absence of three weeks on account of illness.

W. C. Fieting and family went to La Crosse on Sunday to bring home their car which they had to leave there on account of the stormy weather during fair week.

Frank Nichols of Kilbourne, is spending a few days with his father in the city.

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Sunday 19 December 1920, page 12

TOMAH, WIS.

ELSIE VANDERVORT BECOMES THE BRIDE OF REUBEN RODER

Tomah, Wis. (Special) Miss Elsie Vandervort, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Vandervort and Mr. Reuben Roder, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Roder, both of this city, were united in marriage on Saturday evening at eight o'clock. Rev. G. M. Willett read the marriage lines in the present of the immediate relatives and intimate friends of the contracting parties. Following the ceremony a reception and dinner were given the bridal pair at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Vandervort. After a wedding journey, Mr. and Mrs. Roder will be at home to their friends.

The marriage of Miss Ada Paulson and Mr. Glen Bailey occurred at the Methodist parsonage in this city on Wednesday morning, Dec. 13. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey will take up their residence on the Bailey farm near Tomah.

The Misses Laura and Clara Fromader entertained at a pre-nuptial shower and dinner party complimentary to Miss Elsie Vandervort. The guests included Miss Vandervort, Miss Sadie Doane, Miss Madge Robertson, Miss Mae Bigelow, Miss Caryl Aller, and Miss Ruth Stellings.

Mrs. Peter Johnson was hostess to a circle of friends at a tea party on Thursday afternoon.

The Community club of La Grange is arranging for a community Christmas tree. The club elected the following officers:
President: Mr. Edward Sweet
Vice-President: Mrs. N. Peterson
Sec-Treas: Mr. Ray Steele

Mr. George Miller celebrated his sixtieth birthday anniversary at an informal neighborhood party.

Miss Amanda Reich entertained the Ladies Aid of Kirby on Thursday afternoon at her home.

The We are Seven club entertained a circle of friends on Saturday afternoon at the home of Jean Warren. A playlet, dancing and refreshments featured the party.

The annual school board and teachers convention for Eastern Monroe county was held on Monday in Tomah high school auditorium. Three hundred were in attendance and the sessions were most profitable and entertaining.

The Home Study club met on Thursday afternoon with Mrs. William Logan.

Miss Annie Reynolds, state inspector, visited the teachers' training department on Thursday and Friday and inspected all practice teaching in the grades.

The Rural Life club of Tomah high school held its first meeting on Wednesday evening in the auditorium. The program presented included the following numbers:
Music - T.H.S. Orchestra
Recitation - The Revolt of a Mother, Talk of a Farmer's Wife, Short Addresses by another Farmer's Wife, A University Graduate, Rural Students and a Rurla Teacher.
Community, singing.

Night school opened at the high school on Tuesday evening with a goodly number of students in attendance. Classes in reading, writing, spelling, arithmetic, mechanical drawing, shorthand and typewriting were organized.

The Domestic Science department of the Tomah public schools entertained the grade teachers at a dinner party, on Thursday. Holiday decorations in the rooms and on the table predominated. A three course dinner was served and covers were laid for fourteen.

Christmas and Pilgrim celebration programs will be given in all churches of the city also in the public and parochial schools. Pageants, plays and Christmas trees will feature all celebrations.

Mrs. Henry Grentzmacher of Sterling, Ill., is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Root.

Mr. and Mrs. J. Allingham are spending two weeks' with their daughter, Mrs. Henry Getman of Iowa City, Ia.

Mrs. Henry Christiansen has completed a visit of several days with Milwaukee relatives.

Mr. E. C. Reising attended the Equity Convention held in Milwaukee.

Miss Norma Vorce is a patient at St. Francis hospital La Crosse.

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Johnson have as their guests Miss Evelyn Lynn, Howard Clark, Leo and Clarence Lynn all of Green Bay.

Mrs. McCullough of Viola, Wis. accompanied her daughter, Mrs. Henry Snider to this city and is a guest at the latter's home.

Miss Gullard is spending the weekend at Kilbourn the guest of Miss Anna Vogt.

Mr. T. J. Marsden is a visitor at St. Paul.

Mrs. Frank Dams of Sparta attended the meeting of the Lady Macabees held on Wednesday evening.

The Misses Laura and Clara Frohmader are guests of Mrs. Ruland of Bangor.

Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Hollister are at home, after an extended visit to their son, Dr. Roy Hollister and family of Sleepy Eye, Minn.

Mr. Anton Roberson of BAttle Creek, Mich., is paying a visit to relatives residing in this city and vicinity.

Mrs. W. H. Neibuhr is a Minneapolis visitor.

Mrs. G. A. Taylor has completed a visit to relatives residing at Beloit.

Mrs. Frank Sauer and Mrs. Mel Mosher are spending the week in Minneapolis with friends.

Mr. and Mrs. Clayton have gone to Dalton, Wis., where they are to reside in the future.

Mr. Otto Protz has been appointed general foreman of a railroad division in Iowa, and has moved his family to Belle Plains.

The sub-district meeting of Methodist churches was held at Wilton, Dec. 15. Rev. George M. Willett of this city addressed the meeting on Evangelism.

Mr. Robert Nicke attended an implement dealers' meeting held at Milwaukee the past week.

Mr. McGregor, District Manager of Mystic Workers attended the regular meeting of the local lodge on Wednesday evening.

Miss Esther Schultz has accepted a position in La Crosse as professional nurse in a hospital.

Mrs. Rueben Smith and son, Jack of Omaha, Neb., arrived at the W. W. Warren home for the holida season. Colonel Smith and sons, Warren and Leonard, join the family party next week.

Among the students at Wisconsin University, the following from this city are at their respective homes:

Lydia Hendricks, Helen Madden, John Warren, Stanley Butts, Leon McMullen, Douglas Bell, Wells Anderson and Howard Armstrong.

Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Birkemeirer and children, Mrs. Kelly; Florence and Mildred, Jack of Edgerton, Wis., have arrived in this city.

Mr. Birkemeirer is a stockholder in the Harper Leaf Tobacco company where he is employed.

La Verne Bigelow who has bben for the past year at Minocqua, si enjoying a visit to his parents.

Mr. and Mrs. George Richards of Dubuque, Ia., were recent guests at the F. H. Burlin home.

Mrs. Edgar Lockwoodm president of the Civic club attended the State Conference, in the interests of the Near East Relief Fund held at the Hotel Pfister, Milwaukee.

Mrs. M. R. Strouse entertined at a bridge party on Wednesday evening.

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Walter and daughters left this city on Thursday for California where they are to spend the winter. Mrs. A. L. Burdick accoompanied the party as far as Chicago, going later to Detroit, Mich., for the winter months.

Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Stevesn are at home from a visit to Chicago relatives.

SPARTA—Mrs. John Palmer, wife of a druggist, was adjudged insane and taken to the Mendota asylum. [The Minneapolis journal., February 07, 1901, Page 9 - KT - Sub By FoFG] 
Submitted by: Marla Zwakman

Riverside Daily Press (Riverside, CA)
Monday, May 23, 1932

Boyhood Friends Of Inn's Master Entertained Here

Happy Days in Wisconsin Revived by Group of Former Residents

Back in the day when Frank A. Miller was a resident of Tomah, Wisconsin, and of the "mud pie" age, one of his girl playmates was Mamie Runkel, who is now Mrs. Mamie Hollister, of Los Angeles. Yesterday this same Mamie Runkle was one of a party of 115 "Tomahfornians" who were guests of Mr. Miller at the Mission Inn for tea and a tour of the hotel, with George Anderson, also of Tomah, as guide. Mr. Miller and Mrs. Hollister recalled happy days and the master of the Inn asserted that his early experience at making mud pies with Mamie Runkles stood him well when he and his brother Ed. Miller tramped the clay with their bare feet from which the adobe brick of the first Miller home in Riverside was made.

Another Friend Present

Another woman in the party and a very close friend of Frank Miller when he was a boy, was Mrs. Mattie M. Schulz, who used to help young Frank Miller with his arithmatic [sic] lessons. It further developed that Mrs. Schulz's mother used to conduct a boarding house and Frank Miller, as a juvenile agriculturist, sold her "cabbages" from his own garden. It was a happy day for Frank A. Miller when the 115 Tomahfornians came to Riverside as his guest. The visit was in response to an invitation at the annual meeting of the society last February at Ontario, where they are each year the guests of E. H. Richardson, inventor of the hot point iron and former Tomah resident.

Tea Served in Court

Tea was served to the visitors in the St. Francis court at 4 o'clock. At 2:30 Newell Parker gave a special organ recital and this was followed by a tour of the Inn. The Tomahfornians were organized eleven years ago and its membership includes former residents of Tomah, Wisconsin, built on what was a part of the reservation of the Winnebago Indian tribe of which Chief Tomah was the head. There are 200 in the society. Alva McMullen, of Santa Ana is president and Mrs. McMullen is secretary and treasurer. The membership is scattered all over the state, but the great number are residents of Southern California.

(submitted by Jim Dezotell)

Milwaukee Journal
17 January 1926

HONOR TOMAH MAN BY PEACE MEMORIAL
(by special correspondent of the Journal)

Tomah, Wis. --- Word has been received in this city of an unusual honor bestowed upon Frank Miller, "master of Mission Inn." at Riverside, Calif., who claims Tomah as his home town. Mr. Miller went to California as a boy.

Dec. 24 the first "peace monument" of this continent, if not of the world, was dedicated to Mr. Miller. The entire countryside gathered at the ceremonies, conducted by David Starr Jordan, president of Leland Stanford university, and United States Senator John Steven McGorty, southern California's poet-philosopher, historian and peace advocate.

The monument is placed on Mount Roubideaux, near Riverside, where Mr. Miller has for years conducted his famed "Easter sunrise service." Japanese friends of Mr. miller beautified the approach to the peac monument in their own artistic way, an act which is also a significant tribute to the Tomahite. Mr. Miller has made a host of friends among the Japanese of Riverside and vicinity.

The monument is approached by a bridge, symbolizing the weary years of approach to world peace. Master Frank Miller Hutchins, grandson of the honored Tomahite, unveiled the bronze tablet set into the peace bridge and bearing the inscription: "Peace with Justice to All Men Anno Domini, 1925. This bridge was built by friends and neighbors of Frank Augustus Miller, in recognition of his constant labore in civic beauty, community righteousness and world peace."
(submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

The La Crosse Tribune
22 July 1949
Community News Section
Section Two, Page 1
Angelo Man, Now 97, Expects To Hit Century Mark In Strike

Angelo, Wis. - (Special) Still hale and hearty and enjoying his declining years, David Hiles will observe his 97th birthday Saturday, one step nearer his century goal. Hiles, who lives at the home of Emil Schultz at Angelo, Monroe County, spends his time in the company with other oldsters living at the home.

He has lost none of his mental keaness and recalls with accuracy his early childhood. He remembers the Viroqua hurricane which leveled a considerable part of the city. Hiles' farm home near the city was spared however. Fourteen years of his maturity were spent in the logging industry in the Warrens, Necedah and Saddle Mound areas.

Hiles came to Sparta in his early manhood and remembers the city when it consisted of only a few wooden buildings.

Born july 23, 1852 in Ohio, he came to Wisconsin with his parents, Dan and Mary Hiless, when he was four years old, settling at Wisconsin Dells. After a year there the family moved to Viroqua where they lived 20 years.

(picture)
David Hiles
Hiles married Sarah Edston and they farmed in the town of Leon near Sparta. Mrs. Hiles died about 25 years ago.
(transcribed and submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Wednesday 9 January 1918
page 8
MRS. FRANK HILES BURIED
Sparta, Wis. - (Special) - Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Hiles, who died at her Leon home January 4, were conducted Sunday, January 6, by Rev. Wilbur T. Tomlinson, and burial was in the Leon cemetery.

Mrs. Hiles, formerly Miss Thurston, was born in Farmers Valley, November 21, 1884. Her marriage to Mr. Hiles occurred March 23, 1884. To the eleven children were born, three of whom died in infancy. She is survived by her husband, eight children, her mother, Mrs. Thurston, two sisters, Mrs. Edward Gablar and Miss Hazel Thurston, and a brother, William Thurston.

Mrs. Hiles' death was caused from a siege of pneumonia.
(transcribed and submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Saturday 3 September 1921
page 6

SPARTA TAXI DRIVER FINED; DROVE MOTOR WHILE INTOXICATED
Cabby Arrested by Bangor Deputy Sheriff: Goes to Jail When Unable to Pay 
Fine

Albert Hiles, Sparta taxi driver, was fined $50 and costs, amounting to $11.24, by County Judge Brindley Saturday morning on charges of driving an auto in Bangor while intoxicated.

Hiles told the judge he had no money to pay the fine and costs so he was sent to the county jail for 30 days, to remain there until the sentence expires or he raises the price of the fine.

The taxi driver was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Wright of Bangor. He declared Hiles drove down the main street of the town, his car wobbling and zigzagging from side to side, and ended by running into a hole and upsetting. Two other men with Hiles were arrested and fined in Bangor on charges of intoxication.
(transcribed and submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

The La Crosse Tribune
Friday Evening 23 July 1948
Section Two Community News Section

At 96, David Hiles of Sparta Looks Ahead To 100th Birthday

Sparta, Wis. - (Special) - David Hiles chalked off another milestone on his century goal Friday, July 23, when he observed his 96yh birthday. Hiles, who is in good health, spend his time comfortably at the Emil Schultz farm home at Angelo, enjoying the companionship of four other oldsters who make their home there.

Born July 23, 1852, in Ohio, Hiles came with his parents, Dan and Mary Hiles, to Wisconsin Dells when he was four year old. After spending one yeaer there, the family moved to a farm near Viroqua where they lived for 20 years. Hiles, althought he was only about eight years old, recalls the disastrous hurricane which raised havoc in Viroqua. He said their farm home, a distance from Viroqua, was spared.

Fourteen years of Hiles' young manhood weree spent in the logging industry, in the Warrens area, employed by the George Warrens company in its mills. He also conducted logging operations in the Necedah and Saddle Mound areas.

Hiles was married to Sarah Edston, who died about 25 years ago. They established their home near Leon, where they farmed for several years.

(picture of David Hiles)

Hiles has lived to see great changes in the areas and recalls Sparta when it consisted of only a few wooden buildings located here. In good health, Hiles lives a quiet, retarded life and looks forward to his 100th birthday.

(apparently "retarded" meant something different in 1948?!)
(transcribed and submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

The La Crosse Tribune
Tuesday Evening 8 April 1947
page 16
THOMAS HILES
Sparta, Wis. - (special) - Thomas Hiles, 93, died Monday night. His funeral service will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in the Plummer funeral home and burial will be in Leon. survivors include his son, Albert; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
(transcribed and submitted by Diana Heser Morse)

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Sunday 1 November 1920
page 2

Tomah, Wis. - Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Meinecke entertained on election night at an informal party attended by twenty-four guests. Mrs. Charles Shannon of La Crosse was present

On Halloween Miss Florence Hamilton was hostess at her home to a company of nine young ladies at a party, featured by various festivities suited to the evening and concluding with a supper party.

The junior class of Tomah High School entertained at an old fashioned Halloween costume party on the evening of October 29. All students in high school, the faculty and grade teachers were bidden to this seasonal celebration, which was held in McCaul's hall. The rooms were suitably decorated and the party was a huge success. One hundred and fifty were in attendance.

Miss Minnie Morgan and students in the domestic science department of the public schools entertained the High School faculty at a delightful Halloween dinner party and social evening.

Constance Kyle was hostess to the "We Are Seven club" at a Halloween costume party. Music, games, fortune telling and a supper featured the evening's festivities. Forty members of the Congregational Woman's Missionary society gathered on Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Charles Hamilton. An excellent program on India was given under the direction of Mrs. J. G. Smith and supper was served by Mesdames Hamiton, George Henry,, H. McFadden and L. Grovensteen.

St. Mary's guild met for work on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Oliver Oleson. A picnic supper was served at 6 o'clock accompanied by a social hour.

The Shakespeare club meets on Monday afternoon with Mrs. William Fieting. lesson: Review of Play King John. Leader. Mrs. F. M. Hart.

Jane Leak, entertained a circle of young friends on her birthday at a party and supper. Fifteen guests were present.

A Halloween social was held in the parlors of the Methodist church on Friday evening.

The Woman's Civil Improvement club has completed arrangements to secure the Redpath de Lune Chautauqua for the coming summer. Mrs. Elizabeth Seymour was appointed chairman of arrangements and will shortly name her committees from the Civic club membership list.

The men's chicken pie supper, served on Wednesday at the Methodist church, netted one hundred and sixty dollars. The supper was served by men of the church.

The play, "The House Party on the Styx" given by St. Mary's Dramatic club was attended by a large audience, the ticket sale amounting to one hundred and fifty dollars. Miss Anna Steinmetz starred in the principal part.

Rev. G. M. Willett of the Methodist Episcopal church attended a district ministerial convention held on Tuesday and Wednesday at Elroy.

Melvin Roder of the United State navy, who is stationed at Newport News, Va., is visiting his parents at their home in this city.

Mr. H. O. Winge, a former resident of this city, now at Mt. Horeb, is here on a week's visit.

Miss Edith Yaeger, senior student in the department of physical educational, La Crosse State Normal school, was one of the team of students to represent the department at the State Teachers' association held on Thursday and Friday at the Auditorium, Milwaukee. Miss Yaeger visited over the week-end with Miss Edna Getman, formerly of Tomah.

Mr. Ray Resch spent the week-end at the Woodside club, Ripon, Wis., attending the Homecoming festivities of his alma mater, Ripon college, and witnessing the Ripon-Lawrence football game.

Mrs. George Kelsey of Abbotsford was a visitor in this city during the past week.

Prof. Hodson, public school music inspector at Chicago, spent Monday in Tomah and inspected the music classes of Miss Gertrude O'Leary in the public schools. The latter was a music pupil of Prof. Hodson at Northwestern university during the past summer.

Miss Grace Randall, who has been employed in the treasury department at Washington, D.C., is spending an indefinite time with relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. Ira Root are at home after an extended western trip and a visit with relatives residing in Montana.

Mr. W. B. Charles and family, who have been residing at DePere, made a brief visit to old friends on their ways to Flambeau, South Dakota where they are to reside. Mr. Charles was for many years disciplinarian at the Tomah Indian school and has a similar position at the Flambeau school.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Develin have moved from Green Bay to Beloit where the former is superintendent of the Beloit division of the Milwaukee railroad.

Mrs. Oscar Crossett is at home from St. Paul where she attended the national convention of foreign missions as delegate from the local Methodist church missionary board.

Mr. and Mrs. Earl Thurston and Mrs. Charles Hutson were guests of Miss Harriet Hutson the past week, making the trip from and to Sparta by auto.

Mr. and Mrs. Earl Baumgarten and daughter, Ruth Dawn, of Winona, are guests of relatives residing in this city and vicinity.

Mr. C. C. Porter of Chicago, was during the past week, the guest fo his son, Henry Porter and family.

The Misses Esther Schultz and LaVerne McClatchie, nurses at the La Crosse city hospital, are visiting at their respective homes in this city.

Mrs. John Fleming of Eau Claire, formerly Edith Robinson of this city, was recently the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kellogg.

Mrs. Fred Aeigler and son, Elmer, have purchased the grocery stock of Meinecke and Leak and are conducting the business at the old stand.

Mrs. G. W. Willett is entertaining Mrs. Bartholomew of Fennimore, Wis.

Mrs. William Logan is at home after a three weeks' visit with relatives residing in Iowa.

Fourteen friends of Mrs. Lochr surprised her on her birthday anniversary and enjoyed a picnic supper and social afternoon at the home of the honor guest.

Mrs. Shannon of La Crosse, formerly of this city, is the guest of friends.

Donald Compton, who is employed in Kansas, is spending the week with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Compton.

La Crosse Tribune and Leader-Press
Sunday 1 November 1920
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FERN AND FORREST SOWLE CELEBRATE DOUBLE BIRTHDAY
Tomah, Wis. - On Thursday, October 28, a family reunion was held at the home of Mr. Harvey Sowle to celebrate the twenty-first birthday of the youngest children, Miss Fern and Mr. Forrest Sowle. Thirty-five relatives were in attendance at the celebration, coming from various parts of Monroe county for the event. Supper and a social evening featured the affair, which was an important anniversary in the history of the Sowle family.