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eeting called to order by Mayor L. I. (Lars Ingebretson) Roe. Aldermen present— Burns, Korn, Sattler, Shorty and Thorpe. Absent— Potter.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved…H. F. Allen paid $3,000 after bidding city hall.

Local Happenings News of a week in and about our hustling little city Hans Berg was in Eau Claire Tuesday.

Aug. Riemenschnider was in Chicago this week.

L. G. (Lawrence Gilman) Moon has been spending the week in Chicago.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. John A. Larson on Dec. 6, a son.

If your children are fretful, peevish and cross, mother the same, ditto the boss, it would seem proper to give ‘em all Rock Mountain Tea. 35 cents. Medland & Co.

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120 Years Ago December 8, 1900

New building to meet in! City Council Proceedings REGULAR MEETING, Council Chamber, Dec. 4, normal school. Condensed News The Illinois supreme court has upheld a decision in which damages were awarded because a telegram was not delivered.

Mayor Fleming of Eau Claire has delivered to Secretary of State Frear a deed of the proposed site for a State Normal School* to be built at Eau Claire when the state shall decide to build another

110 Years Ago December 3, 1910

News and other items of interest to farmers ACETYLENE GAS PLANTS ARE VERY DANGEROUS Farmers who install them Jeopardize Property and the Lives of Their Families By P. D. Southworth Several lighting plants have been sold to farmers in Chippewa County. These plants are of the acetylene gas order; and plants of the same make have been condemned by the Wisconsin Industrial Commission as being dangerous and unsafe. Farmers are hereby warned against them. Following is a warning sent out by the Industrial Commission of Wisconsin.

“A most serious explosion of acetylene gas on July 19, 1920, at Split Rock, Wisconsin, which caused the death of three members of a family, and caused excruciating suffering to two others, leads us to give a new warning on the installation of acetylene lighting systems.

“The salesman may tell you that ‘explosions are impossible, and neither carelessness nor ignorance makes the machine dangerous.’ A machine so advertised caused the deatyh of a young man in Kenosha county a few years ago… Pre-FDIC Alert: To All State Banks, Trust Companies and Mutual Savings Banks.

Gentlemen: and depositors.

I respectfully recommend and urge upon you, the reduction of cash on hand and in vault to the barest minimum necessary for the normal and orderly conduct of your business; and the shipment to banks and trust companies in reserve cities for safe-keeping all of the negotiable securities, which are not necessary for your daily business, until such time as the hold-ups cease, and you have had an opportunity to fortify yourselves with further protective equipment.

It is further advised that your customers be advised of your action, with a request that they give you reasonable notice when it is necessary for them to withdraw unusual or larger amounts of cash than normal. I feel sure that your customers will cooperate with you heartily.

If the success of hold-ups can be impaired and nullified for a period, the attacks on Wisconsin banks can be checked.

Respectfully, C. F. SCHWENKER, Commissioner.

100 Years Ago November 26, 1920 THE FARMER’S OWN CORNER

90 Years Ago December 5, 1930

SQUIRREL KNOCKS OUT CADOTT MAN Bob Boatman, residing near Cadott and working on the line crew of the Power Company, was knocked unconscious when a frightened squirrel caused a short circuit between a main wire and a guy wire which Boatman was holding. He was taken to a hospital.

MORE DEER Among the hunters to kill deer, not reported last week, were: Leo Smasal of Edson, who got a buck at Wilson and John Smasal and Joe Eslinger who got theirs at Winter.

80 Years Ago December 6, 1940

vote? May God be with every member of the United Nations organization, and through your noble efforts bring lasting peace to us all over the world.

(Signed) Paul Antonio, Mechanic.

Who knows, maybe if we all work and pray, unity and peace will come—“all over the world,” and here too.

LEE AASETH Letters to the Editor: Dear Editor: Thank you for your column “Behind the 8-Ball.” The November 23 edition was particularly interesting. I believe that inviting ward members to attend the council meetings is a step in the right direction. Perhaps it will help to develop true interest in the government of our city, and promote a unity which will be an inspiration for everyone in these troubled times.

Isn’t unity true Americanism? Was it not that which our founding fathers were striving for over one hundred and seventy years ago when they wrote into the Declaration of Independence. “We hold these truths to be self-evident:- that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights: that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed:-“ We still have the same world they were striving to make safe for Democracy— only some of the people have changed.

This interesting little note which was found in the bottom of the new steel ballot box when…it was opened for the first time at the U.N. Assembly, stresses the need for unity and peace in that world.

“May I, who have had the privilege of constructing this ballow box, cast the first

70 Years Ago November 30, 1950

telephone last weekend, “what kind of hunter is a compleat hunter?” The lady was referring to the caption beneath a picture of Red Daniels in his hunting outfit, which appeared on last week’s front page.

Well, it seems a couple of hundred years ago a wellknown sportsman by the name of Izaak Walton wrote a book—or pamphlet—called “The Compleat Angler” or something like that. I guess that’s the way “complete” was spelled back in those days, and I intended the caption to be a take-off on Walton’s book…and the picture to be an exaggeration.

But evidently a lot of folks have never read Izaak Walton, because many of them thought “compleat” was a misprint. So, I’m sorry—I’ll try to keep my somewhat warped sense of humor to myself from now on instead of foisting it off on readers of the Republican.

Creek Lutheran Church.

IT SAYS HERE…(editorial comment) “Say,” said a voice on the 12 at the Little Elk Weddings!

Miss Melvina Mae Ketcham, daughter of Mrs. Ann Ecklor of Boyd, and Gordon John Endvick, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Endvick, Boyd, exchanged their weeding vows on November 12 at Sacred Heart church, Edson.

Miss Junella Ritter to Lawrence Litzkow on November making up our Corner… how slow the mail is in

60 Years Ago November 24, 1960

Cook’s Corner By Mrs. LEE AASETH, Gilman, Wis.

This corner is devoted to cooks everywhere who read and enjoy using good recipes. It IS your corner, so please feel free to send in your recipes, or requests for recipes you’d like to try.

(letter from Mrs. Joseph Eslinger) As you will notice, this letter was written on the 11th— and I didn’t receive it until the 18th. A week seems like a long time for a letter to travel such a short distance. But it seems the mails are slower than ever now that they are transported by truck instead of trains. I guess we’ll just have to take into consideration wrestling squad will open the season’s competition with a match at Loyal on Thursday, December 3.

Coach Lee Halvorson and his assistant Lee LaFlamme, are hoping to repeat as Western Cloverbelt champions and have 12 returning letterman on their roster.

Lettermen (with group photos) are: Clayton Herrick, Tim Kroeplin, Jim Wirth; Greg Sczypioroski and Jon Price; juniors Dan Acker, Jim Duss, Mark Eslinger, Randy LaGrander, Dave Schneider, and Randy Fitzl and sophomore Joe Horban.

Win some, Lose some: Orioles Lose Opening Basketball Game to Thorp, 65 – 39 “First game jitters” apparently infected the Stanley Boyd Orioles Thursday night, as they lost a non-conference game to the Thorp Cardinals 65-39.

Coach Larry Norrell said that the squad simply was not ready…Cardinal Dave Morgan took scoring honors for the night with 15 points, followed by Arlen Klapatauskaus with 11. (Dick) Simenson was the only Oriole in the double figures with 10 points on 5 field goals.

Oriole Wrestlers Open Season Competition with Meet at Loyal The Stanley-Boyd Oriole

50 Years Ago November 26, 1970

The NEW ARRIVALS: Mr. and Mrs. Ted Geist are proud to announce the arrival of two new grandchildren. A girl to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Rusinko of Fall Creek on November 18th, and a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Neal Geist on Nov. 28th.

There were two births recorded this week at Victory Memorial Hospital. They are: Friday, Nov. 21 – Daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Salzgeber of Thorp.

Saturday, Nov. 22 – Daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Grajkowski of Thorp.

Dixon in Charge of Funds For Centennial Newspaper Souvenir (photo) John Dixon, manager of Stanley First Federal Savings and Loan has offered his services to assist in coordinating, recording and depositing funds from the Centennial Historical newspaper souvenir edition advertising campaign which will begin Dec. 8th under the direction of Culbert-Swan productions. Staff Photo.

40 Years Ago December 4, 1980

James Wold of Colorado, brother of the groom. Also included in the ceremony were Tracey Isenberger and Kristie Isenberger, children of the bride, and Corby Wold and Matthew Wold, children of the groom.

A reception was held following the ceremony.

The couple is currently residing in Stanley.

News Of Our Service Personnel (photo, Airman Christianson) A irman John D. Christianson has graduated from Air Force basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas.

During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations.

He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David A. Christianson of rural Stanley. The airman is a 1990 graduate of Stanley-Boyd High School, Stanley.

SMSgt. Mary Lee Liverseidge is stationed at Rhein Main Airbase with the 435th Civil Engineering Squadron in Frankfort, Germany.

Sgt. Liverseidge is the daughter of Norman and Vi Soeller of Stanley.

sister of the bride, and A wedding!

Heidi Ann Isenberger and Richard Leonard Wold exchanged wedding vows on Friday evening, October 26, 1990.

She is the daughter of Norma Rank-Daniels and the late Donald Rank. He is the son of Florine Wold and the late Leonard Wold.

The double ring ceremony was performed in the couple’s home by Russell Judnic.

Attendants for the couple were Lynn Steivang of Stanley,

30 Years Ago December 6, 1990 15 Years Ago November 24, 2005

They Battle for Boyd (photo) Board sets special meeting Debate centers around Boyd facility The Board of Education of the Stanley-Boyd School District will hold a special meeting Tuesday night to further consider cuts to its aquatic center and Boyd Elementary School.

The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room at the Stanley facility.

The board will first study 2006-2007 budget proposals in closed session. The board is allowed under state law to talk about some personnel issues behind closed doors, but decisions must be made in open session.

At 7:30 p.m, the board will reconvene into open session. On its agenda are the following: 2006-07 Budget Proposals Pool and Fitness Center K-3 Classroom Consolidation At last week’s regular monthly meeting in Boyd, the board was met with stiff opposition to any proposal that included shifting the kindergarten through third grade students who currently attend school in Boyd to Stanley Elementary, effective the start of the 2006-07 school year.

Superintendent Jim Jones said that shifting those students – which would mean trimming staff – could save $205,000.

Former Stanley Pastor and Boyd native receive special Papal Recognition Pope Benedict XVI recently bestowed the title of monsignor on eight LaCrosse Diocesan priests. Among them was the Rev. Monsignor Edwin Knauf who served from 1950-1952 as the pastor of the former St. Anne’s Parish in Stanley. Fr. Knauf during his short pastoral time at St. Anne’s oversaw the construction of the new St. Anne’s Convent and an addition to the parish rectory… Also receiving the title of monsignor was Richard Gilles, a Boyd native, a former member of Sacred Heart-St. Joseph’s Parish, and a graduate of Stanley-Boyd High School. The Very Reverend Monsignor Gilles is vicar general and moderator of the Curia for the LaCrosse Diocese. He has been ordained 11 years.

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One week shy of 125 Years Ago May 16, 1896 ITS HISTORY What of Stanley, the subject of this sketch? In 1891 it had a population fo 275 souls and in teh spring of 1895 it had a population of 700. At the present time it is believed to have at least 1,500 population with teh assurance of additions that will bring it over the 2,000 mark before the end of this year.

Ordinance No. 27 An Ordinance providing for the creation of a Fourth ward and for the alteration of the boundary lines of the first, Second, and Third wards in and for the City of Stanley.

The Common Council of the City of Stanley do ordain as follows: Section 1. The number of wards in and for the said city of Stanley shall be four (continues).

120 Years Ago May 11, 1901 defense industries able to use extra labor. Mr. Hillman said the plan provided a shut-down of production only on Sundays from 7 A.M. to 3 P.M. to repair machines. He recommended that defense industries pay a bonus to workers who voluntarily forgo vacations…(Labor disputes)…Aid in Democracies President Roosevelt, directing “whatever action is needed to speed the production of heavy bombers, said in a letter to War Secretary Stimson that command of the air by the democracies must be achieved even if it means “a great strain on our production effort.”… Secretary of Agriculture Wickard said at Charlotte, N.C., “I see no course for the U.S. that gives any real promise of keeping us from becoming involved in this world conflict. Any course we take involves risks.”

The U.S. has two choices, he said: either to support England or to let Hitler take England and “prepare for the richest conquest of all—the U.S.” He said “we had better take risks on getting aid to England than to risk bombing raids and tanks attacks on our own fields.

(Army to commence “largest peacetime maneuvers” May 24 in California).

Meanwhile, closer to home… LOCAL HAPPENINGS Mr. and Mrs. Jack Fahey visited relatives in Loyal and Greenwood on Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. Geo. David called on Mr. David’s mother, Mrs. Clara David of Thorp, Friday night.

News has been received here of the birth of a son, to Mr. and Mrs. Ward Duffield of Brown’s Valley, Minnesota on Saturday, May 10. Mrs Duffield was formerly Miss Wenita Weeks, a resident of the Stanley Country.

Born on Tuesday, May 13, to Mr. and Mrs. John Capek, a 9 ½ lb. daughter.

Just under 8 months to Pearl Harbor: the march to war RISKS INVOLVED IN ANY U.S. POLICY Two Courses Open to U.S. and Both Mean War. Production Goes Forward.

(By Defense Advisory Committee) OPM Associate Director Hillman told his press conference he was drafting plans with the AFL and CIO for shift day, 160-hour week for all 80 Years Ago May 16, 1941 Social Security, Central Planning Absorb Council Highlights of a Tuesday night council session, strangely unmarked by important actions, was the adoption of a resolution providing social security for city employees, a prolonged discussion regarding the status of city and school books, the retention of the Hotel Stanley as Police and fire alarm center for fifty dollars a month, and the appointment of two councilmen to the Central Planning Committee… Jess Green, appearing before the council on behalf of the effort to reorganize the Central Planning Committee for Chapman Park (reported on more fully in another story on this page), asked that the mayor appoint two members to that board (story continues).

Editorial and Feature Page: CENTRAL PLANNING GROUPS FAILURE IS OUR FAILURE TWO MORE MAJOR EVENTS TO COME IN 1951: FALL FESTIVAL AND LIBRARY 70 Years Ago May 17, 1951 1967).

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(Ad Note: Stanley Republican editor Ralph Bloom, who died in 1964, purchased the Boyd Bee from one-time Stanley editor Walter Brovald, who then bought and ran the Cadott paper, before Brovald went on to teach Journalism at the University of Minnesota around 60 Years Ago May 11, 1961 Murnie Anderson.

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New Cross Given As Memorial For Murnie Anderson (picture) A 64-year-old ornament at the top of the spire on Our Savior’s Lutheran Church was removed Thursday and in the picture above is just beginning its descent to the ground. The ornament will be replaced by a lighted cross given by the family of the late Students Honored at Sports Banquet (photos Diane Granros and Peg Zais with Guest Speaker Mark Zelich; Steve Zais, Coach Gene Hatfield and Gene Hanson).

Diane Granros – Outstanding Senior Girl Athlete Peg Zais – first girl to represent Stanley-Boyd at State track meet Steve Zais – Outstanding Senior Athlete Gene Hanson – Winner of the “W” pin award RECEIVED FIRST HOLY COMMUNION (photo) Father Stanley Andrzejewski of St. Mary’s Junction Church with Keith Dunn, Thomas Burzynski and David Lawcewicz, Barbara Potaczek, Laura Dunn, Lois Rygiel, Donna Depa can Cheryl 50 Years Ago May 20, 1971 George and Beulah Gilroy Honored On 50th Anniversary In Oregon The children of George and Beulah Gilroy of Portland, Oregon honored them on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary on April 25 in Portland, Oregon.

A church service at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. was followed with a reception for two hundred relatives and friends. Erica Rowley, their granddaughter read the readings and Mr. Gilroy’s great nephew, Timothy Hein was the organist.

In the evening a dinner was held for the immediate family at My Father’s Place, formerly the Grand Lunch, which was owned by Mrs. Gilroy’s aunt and uncle Clytie and Gus Verdon at one time and she was visiting them when she met her future husband.

Mrs. Gilroy was the former Beulah Harless, daughter of Ed and Florence Harless of Stanley. The couple was married in St. Paul, Minn. on April 27, 1931 with a special license issued by the then Governor of Minnesota.

They have three children, nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

They received congratulations from President and Mrs. Reagan.

40 Years Ago May 14, 1981 Park (illustration) The Stanley Veteran’s Memorial Committee has completed its plans for a Veteran’s Memorial in Stanley.

This beautiful monument constructed of marble, brick and concrete will be placed in Fandry Park. The location will be on the south side of the park, approximately 100 feet off Highway “O” and east of Chapman Lake.

City Council Votes To Hire Charles Ziel New Police Chief Summer Rec Workers & Lifeguards Also Selected Mayor Bob Berzinski called the regular meeting of the Stanley City Council to order at 8 p.m. in Council chambers.

Roll call was read, with all the aldermen present. Minutes of the April 16 regular meeting and the April 23rd special Council meeting were approved.

Regarding old business, Matt Kiraly questioned the city clerk as to who was responsible for getting work done on a sign at the Industrial Park. Alderman Johnson then questioned the mayor on a memo sent to Council members, calling a meeting of the Streets & Grounds Committee, and stating that the council had given unanimous approval to the appointment of a citizen’s group (SRA) to work with same. City attorney Mike Salm told Johnson that the mayor did have the authority to appoint special committee. Basically this citizen’s group is not part of the S & G committee, but simply an advisory group to it. The SRA is doing the legwork on the Revitalization Project and its association with the S & G Committee is keeping it within the legal framework of the Council. Alderman Kiraly expressed his desire to “define their (SRA) relationship with the Committee (S & G)”. There was some confusion as to why the meeting was held and it was determined that in the future the SRA would meet with Streets & Grounds when it holds regular meetings.

Local Group Plans Veteran’s Memorial For Fandry 30 Years Ago May 9, 1991 of 2001 graduate Steve Burzynski died last year, with his obituary on page 6 of the July 9, 2020 edition of the Stanley Republican. For a color picture of the mural mentioned in this write-up, see page 12 of this week’s issue).

BOYD Local News Mr. and Mrs. Gene Ruff attended the visitation and rosary for Noreen Soeller at the Plombon Funeral Home in Stanley on Thursday evening.

Wednesday afternoon, Ted and Evelyn Geist visited with Elizabeth Olson at Longwood.

Clara LaFaive, Rose Semanko, Vi Semanko and Isabel Semanko enjoyed dinner at the Renegade in Stanley and after dinner played cards at the home of Isabel Semanko.

On Sunday morning, Mary, Larry and Millie and Eddie Goebel and Isabel Semanko attended the First Communion of Derek Wergerer and Chrissie Hansen at the Catholic church in Owen. Many other relatives also attended.

Haley Swope Wins National Award (photo, HALEY SWOPE) The United States Achievement Academy has announced that Haley Ruth Swope of Thorp has been named a United States National Award Winner in English.

Haley, who attends Thorp Middle School, was nominated for this award by Nancy Edwards, a teacher at TMS. Haley will appear in the United States Achievement Academy Official Yearbook, which is published nationally.

Haley is the daughter of Shane and Heidi Swope of Thorp. Her grandparents are Dorothy Eslinger and Ronald and Cindy Swope, all of Stanley.

BOYD AREA NEWS Boyd Little & Junior Little League Meeting on Thursday, May 17 Boyd Little and Junior Little League meeting will be held on Thursday, May 17, at Denny’s Bowl and Bar in Boyd. Meeting will start at 7:30 p.m.

Anyone interested in managing a team, being an officer, or other concerns related to Little League please attend this meeting. If you have any questions about the meeting, call Sandi Isaacs at 667-**** or 3420 (village hall).

Boyd Men’s Softball League Meeting May 22 at Double “D” The Boyd Men’s Softball League will hold an organizational meeting on Tuesday, May 22, at 8 p.m. at Double “D.” For more information, call Bob Geist at 667-****.

Construction on Murray Street Progressing Despite Weather (photo) Boyd residents will be forced to take a detour when traveling Murray Street. The Clark and Jackson Street Blocks are in the process of having a new storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water systems installed, along with new manholes and fire hydrants.

Steve Burzynski Displays Art Works At Senior Art Exhibit Stanley-Boyd Senior Steve Burzynski (C) filled the high school lobby with his artwork for his senior art exhibit and reception. His works included pottery, sculpture, drawings, printmaking, paintings and photography. One of Steve’s recent works is the large mural behind him. Steve has earned numerous awards and recognition for his artwork, including a prestigious Scholastic Art Award for 2000. Steve is pictured with State Rep. Larry Balow (L) and his art teacher, Mrs. Dee Brodt (R).

(STANLEY-BOYD Class 20 Years Ago May 10, 2001 Cadott.

Chippewa County Coroner Ron Patten has determined that convicted murderer William A. Ball’s death was a suicide.

Ball, who was convicted of murdering Kyle Ryba of Boyd, suffocated himself in his cell in the Chippewa County Jail. He was found dead in his bed April 17.

According to Chippewa Falls Police Chief Wendy Stelter, Ball asphyxiated himself with a garbage bag. Stelter’s office is investigating the death.

Letter To The Editor Property taxes keep going up Letter to the Editor, Stanley Republican I was having a pretty good week until I came home from work last Thursday and picked up the paper. There it was, “Board eyeing a tax increase for pool expense.” Really? The homeowners are going to get hit again? It was just last year that the school board had a deficit of – $134,000,000 and raised our property taxes 7.4%. Then they deemed it necessary to but a $10,000.00 plastic obstacle course for the pool that only 6 to 12 year olds can use. Where did they get the money for that? Oh right, it was the homeowners. Now they want to increase our taxes another 8.47%. It’s an extra $75.00 per home valued at $100,000.00 and they say it like it is a minor thing. (Not a minor thing when I am paying $65.00 to put gas in my car). This makes me believe that whoever is in charge of the finances is not doing a very good job. I have lived here for four years and my property taxes have gone up 153% in those short four years. Yes that is right, 153%. Stanley cannot keep putting the burden of upkeep on the homeowners. How about the people who use the pool? Raise the user fees, raise them permanently or raise them temporarily. I do not use the pool and could care less if you close it when school is out. But I do resent that my property taxes keep going up and up. Somehow the burden has to be shifted. Ask for donations, I don’t care how you do it, but making us homeowners pay for the HVAC system is wrong. Most of us have budgets and have to live within them. The school knew they were3 going to have to put in a new HVAC system. Why wasn’t it budgeted for rather than wait until the last minute and oops, we need to raise taxes again. When is it going to stop? Think about the future. When is enough enough?

Carol Brennan-Schultz (sports photos) Katie Cox completing her leg of the 1600 m relay at the Osseo-Fairchild Invite.

Julia Burzynski competing in the long jump at Fall Creek.

Alise Fitzsimmons handed off the Amy Plechacek in the…relay event at Osseo Friday night.

Jack McLoone had a personal record in the shot put, throwing 40’ 5.5” Friday night in Osseo.

Chelsea Spaeth hit last week against the Hornets in 10 Years Ago May 12, 2011