History of northern Wisconsin, containing an account of its settlement, growth, development, and resources; an extensive sketch of its counties, cities, towns and villages, their improvements, industries, manufactories; biographical sketches, portraits of prominent men and early settlers; views of county seats, etc., Part 296

Author: Western historical co., Chicago, pub
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Western historical company
Number of Pages: 1052

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future city of Grand Rapids." The initial number was a well-printed, creditable sheet, full of vigor and vigilance, for those days. Its contents were well se- lected, and calculated to insure interest. Brundage continued to edit the Reporter until the year 1864, when he went into the army. At this time, the paper was purchased by J. E. Ingraham, who continued its publication, with C. M. Webb as editor. In 1869, In- graham associated with H. B. Philleo, who has since had full editorial control. Messrs. Ingraham & Philleo edited the Reporter until April, 1880, when it was purchased by the present owners and editors, Fontaine Bros. The paper is a seven-column folio, and claims a circulation of 400.

Grand Rapids Tribune was also founded by the Nestor of the press in Wood County, in April, 1873. At this time, he associated himself with L. P. Powers. who acted as political editor. Early in July, the office took fire, and all was destroyed. In 1879, it was again burned, it was supposed by an incendiary mob. Not- withstanding these severe reverses, the plucky editor again started his office, and in April, 1880, gave it in charge of his son, A. A. Brundage. It was operated for a year by A. A. Brundage, when the present man- agers took charge, Messrs. J. N. and E. B. Brundage. The paper claims a circulation of about 450. In form, it is a seven-column quarto.

The Centralia Enterprise was established on the twenty-second day of May, 1879, by C. H. Clark, now editor and proprietor of the Marshfield Times. On the twenty-seventh day of September, 1879, Clark disposed of his entire interest in the paper to Judge Henry Hay- den, who was killed on the ninth day of October follow- ing, and the Enterprise was conducted by his widow, Mrs. Harriet S. Hayden, until January 1, 1880, when it was sold to E. B. Rossier and C. O. Baker. January 1, 1881, Baker disposed of his interest to E. B. Rossier, but is still connected with the paper as associate editor. This is the only Greenback paper in the county, and claims a circulation of 500. On the twenty-second day of Oc- tober, C. H. Clark established the Marshfield Times, a fine breezy little newspaper, very creditable in ap- pearance, and very ably edited.

CRANBERRY CULTURE.

But few persons have any idea of the commercial importance of the cranberry to the State of Wisconsin, though the berry is acknowledged and appreciated by all as the last fruit of the season. In the year of 1876 there was more than 7,600 acres of land used for the cultivation of this berry, and at present more than twice that area is under cultivation, and fully twice as much used as wild marsh, where the berry grows to as high a state of perfection as in a cultivated marsh, al- though the yield cannot be as great on account of the inaccessibility. The cultivation of the berry consists simply in ditching, damming, draining, and flooding the marshes at the proper season of the year, the plants or vines being under water from November till May. To the cultivator the berry is a paying invest- ment, as it costs but little to raise, and yields in return about thirty per cent, net, annually, on the investment in lands, selling in market for from $2.50 to $4.50 per bushel. Wisconsin is said to be entirely free from the

blight common in the New Jersey marshes, and from the worm to be found in the marshes of Connecticut, and the attention of Eastern capitalists, who are be- coming interested in the culture of the berry, is being drawn to the marshes of this State. To encourage the culture, the Agricultural Society of the State in- tend offering a premium at their State fair, for the best specimen of the fruit.

Wood County has some of the best marshes in the State, their yield being enormous, and more attention is being given this year to the berry than of any pre- ceding it. The largest marsh in the State is owned and operated by the Grand Marsh Cranberry Company, located in Jackson County, near Beaver Station, on the line of the Wisconsin Valley Railroad, a branch of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul. In this marsh alone there are 4,500 acres, and has at the present time 600 acres under cultivation. Two hundred acres, started five years ago, will yield, it is estimated, this season, 200 bushels to the acre, and the remaining 400, about fifty bushels to the acre. This is an excellent crop, but will probably be doubled in another year. This company was incorporated under the laws of Illinois some months since, with a capital of $200,000, by B. P. Moulton, Frank I. Wilson, Joseph White and E. A. Hunter. The company have made extensive improvements, hav- ing a warehouse at the marsh, and one at Beaver Sta- tion, and has thirty miles of ditch and ten miles of dam completed. Charles J. Adriance, the superintendent at the marsh, says the crop is a large one this year, but if properly cared for this Winter, the vines will bear double next season. One of the best cultivated marshes in Wood County is known as Bearss' Marsh, lo- cated on the line of the Wisconsin Valley Railroad, in Town 21, Range 4, and in Sections 16 and 21. This marsh contains 120 acres, all under cultivation. In 1880, the yield was fully 3,600 bushels. The proprie- tors. Messrs. Bearss & Alexander, have made very ex- tensive improvements, building, as well as warehouses, permanent shanties for the use of their pickers during the season. John Arpin's marsh, located on same rail- road, and situated in Town 22, Range 4, Section 33, contains about forty acres, from which, in 1876, there were 1,200 bushels picked. In 1877, the marsh fire de- stroyed a great deal of the marsh, and for some time the crop was very light. In 1880, the crop yielded 400 bushels. The Bearss marsh has about eight miles of ditch and three miles of dam. Arpin's marsh has about four miles of ditching and excellent damming facili- ties.

GRAND RAPIDS.

Grand Rapids, the seat of the county of Wood, as well as being the chief city in the county, is the oldest town on the Upper Wisconsin River. It is situated in Township 22, north of Range 6 east, and lies wholly on the east bank of the Wisconsin, which is here interspersed with many small islands. The river, in passing the city, has a descent of thirty feet over an irregular and rocky bed, thus constitut- ing the rapids which gave the name to the city and town- ship. The water-power is immense; five thousand horse- power is still not utilized.

The first settler to make improvements of a permanent

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and progressive character, was Nelson Strong, in 1838. As has been stated elsewhere, Mr. Daniel Whitney, of Green Bay, established the first saw-mill in the county, having re- ceived a permit from the War Department allowing him the privilege. In 1838, Strong obtained a similar permit, and secured, in connection with A. B. Sampson, who was at this time running Whitney's mills at Whitney's Rapids, the mill site at Grand Rapids. Sampson disposed of his claim to Strong, who associated himself with R. Bloomer, who arrived about that time on a prospecting trip. During this year, these two men built the mill, and manufactured the first lumber in the limits of the present city. George Kline, Jr., another prospector, arrived late in this year, and believing that the location was good, concluded to stop, go- ing to work for Strong & Bloomer. They had at this early day, some little trouble in finding sufficient men to work the mills, but owing to the treaty recently made with the Indi- ans, settlers were constantly arriving, and although many of them stayed but a short time, they soon found their full complement. This mill was in successful operation for some time. The first lumber manufactured by Messrs. Strong & Bloomer was used by the former to build a house for his family. This was in 1838, and was the first frame house in the county, and the second of any description in Grand Rapids. The first house was erected by H. Mc- Cutcheon, cook for the men at Strong & Bloomer's mill ; it was a small log house, located on the present site of John Bablin's store. From this time, there was quite a number of frame and log houses erected, and the future city began to put on the appearance of a busy. thriving village. The earliest pioneer now living in the county of Wood is Mr. A. B. Sampson. He arrived in the county in 1832. He came hither under an agreement with Daniel Whitney, of Green Bay, as the superintendent of his mills, in connection with Mr. Whitney's nephew, David R. Whitney. David Whit- ney died in 1838, and Sampson had sole charge of the mills at Whitney's Rapids until 1840. In the year 1838, as has been stated, he, with Nelson Strong, took possession of the site at Grand Rapids but did not work the claim, disposing of his share to Strong. In 1840, Sampson gave up his po- sition at Whitney's Rapids and moved his family to the present city of Grand Rapids, where he has been a con- tinuous resident ever since. In Mr. Sampson's house at Whitney's Rapids, in 1839, occurred the first marriage of Grand Rapids folks. The contracting parties were Mr. George Kline, Jr., of Grand Rapids, and Mrs. Maria Whit- ney, widow of David R., of Whitney's Rapids, the knot being tied by S. R. Merrill, Justice of the Peace.

In 1842, Rev. Mr. Hurlbut made his appearance, and began exhorting the settlers to "turn from the errors of their ways." He had charge of a large circuit, and was a z alous worker in the good cause which he represented. By this time, owing to the great influx of pine seekers and prospectors, it dawned upon the mind of Nelson Strong that a hotel would not be a bad investment. Accordingly, in 1843, he erected one. This hotel, in a short time, was bought by A. B. Sampson, who for many years was noted

for keeping the only public house in what is now the county of Wood. Mrs. Sampson, his wife, who came to him at Whitney's Rapids, in 1838, was remarkable for her energy and bravery against pioneer hardships and Indian inso- lence.

"Upon one occasion," says Mr. Sampson, "three of Oshkosh's tribe came to my house and asked Mrs. Sampson for something to eat. She, having never been known to refuse them when they came in a proper manner, gave all three quite a good meal. One of them, upon the food being handed to him, commenced to behave in a most shocking manner, eating and destroying his food in such a way that it was very disgusting. Mrs. Sampson, who had witnessed the act, became very much incensed, and spoke very sharply to him, telling him not to act like an 'ani- mose' (dog). This, in turn, angered the Indian, who, jumping to his feet, threatened to shoot her, at the same time bringing his gun to bear upon her. Before he could carry out his intention, Mrs. Sampson, with great presence of mind, shut the door in his face, and ran into another room. He, inflamed with rage, forced the door and fol- lowed her. In the meantime, Mrs. Sampson had secured a large stick of wood, and as he came toward the second room, threw the door open, rushed upon him, and, with one well directed blow, disarmed him ; a second blow staggered him, and being followed up by others in succession, so com- pletely demoralized the 'noble red man ' that he ignomin- iously fled, leaving his gun, which Mrs. Sampson retained, lying on the floor." Of this kind were our brave pioneer women.

In 1842, the first village "smithy" was started by J. B. Hasbrouck, who arrived that year. Mr. Hasbrouck still wields his hammer, and can be seen at his post in his shop, apparently as hardy as ever.

In 1843, George Kline, Sr., and Ira Purdy settled here. During the next two years, quite a number of settlers made their appearance, prominent among them being Mr. E. S. Miner, who arrived in 1845, opening a general store. This year was one of note-worthy events. A post-office was es- tablished here, and E. S. Miner appointed as Postmaster, Miner appointing as Deputy his partner, John Warner. There was at this time only one mail each week, and that did not amount to more than a dozen or thirteen letters and two or three papers, when it arrived. There were a few new comers during the next year; L. Kromer, one of the first merchants, settled here this year. Mr. Kromer was for many years a prominent merchant in the city of Grand Rapids, but gave it up some time ago, accepting a position as agent for Adams Express Company. Joseph Wood, for whom the county was named, came here in 1848, and has held many offices of trust and honor in the county. The city was in its zenith from 1848 to 1857.

In 1853, Mr. L. P. Powers made his appearance and hung out his shingle, and until 1858 was the only lawyer at the county seat. Early in that year, he was joined by C. M. Webb, ex-State Senator, who has been a leading attor- ney since his coming. Mr. Powers has been one of the

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most active citizens, and has been honored with some of the most important offices the county can confer.

In the year 1855, Dr. G. W. Whitney settled here, and was the first resident physician in the county. He is still practicing at Grand Rapids. The Winter of 1856-7 was a period of peculiar interest to the residents of the present county of Wood. On the twenty-ninth day of March, 1856, all that territory known as the town of Grand Rapids, county of Portage, was detached from that county and or- ganized as the county of Wood, at which organization, the present city of Grand Rapids was made the county seat, still remaining under town government.

groceries and boots and shoes. Mr. St. Amour is noted for his fair dealing, and his first-class business qualities.

From 1850 to 1861, may be denominated the speculative period of Grand Rapids, while the era of permanent success occupies the time from the latter date to the present. Lum- bering was the business toward which every one looked, and the thoughts of all reverted. Immigrants were constantly pouring in, and but few of them chose to locate back in the town, some settled on the west side of the river, in what is now the city of Centralia, then a part of Grand Rapids. Between these two settlements, a brisk rivalry has always existed, and when the county seat was established, the offi-

GRAND RAPIDS.

In 1859, Dr. G. W. Witter made his appearance in the county, settling at Grand Rapids. Since his coming, the doctor has been one of the most earnest and faithful workers for the success and prosperity of the city that she can boast of. Being a great advocate for good schools, he turned his mind and attention in that direction, and it is mainly through his indefatigable efforts that the schools have reached their present high standard. He was followed to the new town by his cousin, J. D. Witter, who has also been identified with the success and prosperity of the present city, since the date of his arrival in 1859. One of the new-comers this year, was Mr. T. C. St. Amour, now engaged in keeping a general store on the main street, near the bridge; upon his arrival in Grand Rapids, St. Amour commenced clerking for Mr. J. L. Mosher, one of the early residents, continuing in his employ until 1869, when he opened a clothing store, three doors from his present location. A few years later, Mr. St. Amour rented his present large store, and launched out into a regular general business, clothing, dry goods,

ces being on the east side, the west felt very much chagrined. The energy and industry of all classes, however, soon united in the common cause of progress, until 1869, the two settle- ments were one.

In the Fall of 1861, there were six general store houses in Grand Rapids, with an aggregate stock, amount- ing to about $175,000. Of other mercantile establishments, such as grocery, drug, clothing, hardware and tin stores, there were six; this number did not include the "grocery stores " where liquor was the chief commodity dealt in. The war of the rebellion came and the progress of the future city was checked, many of the brave defenders of the Union, never returning. Hundreds of the best men gave up their homes, wives, and children, to respond to the call for troops to aid in quelling treason. A new generation has sprung up and business has again received an impetus, that the en- ergetic and enterprising citizens of Grand Rapids will not fail to take advantage of. The reverses she has had to en- counter simply checked and not diminished her prosperity.

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In 1868, there was a suggestion made by the residents, that the village of Grand Rapids be incorporated, that they might receive all the advantages from which they were debarred while under town government. The question was agitated, and finally culminated in a final meeting being held, and votes cast to decide whether the present village of Grand Rapids and county seat of Wood County should petition for a charter to incorporate said county seat as a village or appeal for a city charter. The majority were in favor of a city corporation, and the petition was forwarded to the proper authorities for consideration. Being favorably re- ceived, the charter incorporating the city of Grand Rapids was granted, on the first Tuesday of April, 1869. The fol- lowing is a list of the Mayors elected since the incorpora- tion.

1869-S. Reeves ; 1870-L. P. Powers; 1871-Joseph Wood; 1872-'5-J. F. Lunt; 1876-G. R. Gardner; 1877 -J. L. Mosher ; 1878-'79-J. L. Brundage ; 1880-'81-C. U. Webb.

Schools .-- The subject of education is one of prime im- portance to every community, and the degree in which it is fostered and promoted is always a sure index to the intelli- gence and liberality of the people. The first school in Grand Rapids was established by J. S. Hurlbut, in 1843, and was held in a log-house in the present city of Centralia. Mr. Hurlbut taught this school for a short time, but his duties as missionary being very arduous, was compelled to give it up. It was then taken by Mr. John Warner, in 1844. Warner arrived this year, and had charge until 1845, when he gave it up to Mrs. Searles, Warner at this time going into partnership with Mr. E. S. Miner, who had opened a general store on the east side of the river in the present city of Grand Rapids. The school, at this time, was a very small one, comprising in all but eight pupils, and was maintained by subscriptions from those who had children. The next school was opened in 1846, by a Miss Hannah Davis, and was held in a private house, on Grand Rapids side of the river. In 1850, a regular school was organized, and Mr. Hasbrouck's blacksmith shop was purchased, and with some little additions, made a very comfortable school building. At the time of the establishment of this school, Miss L. Compton was appointed teacher, being succeeded by Miss Powers, in 1854. This was the only school building in the city until 1861, when a suitable building was erected. At the completion of the building, the brave boys of the sur- rounding country were preparing for war, and the new build- ing was dedicated by a supper and dance, in their honor. The first term in this new building commenced the first Monday in September, 1861, when the graded school system was adopted. The first principal of this school was Mr. Martin. The following able teachers have served as princi- pals since that time, in the following order : J. A. Sabin, Prof. Jackson, H. H. Heinback. The school in 1867-8, was in a very prosperous condition, the citizens appreciating the value of good teachers, used the greatest efforts to obtain the best. The success of the schools is owing in a great measure to the energy and capability of the first Superinten-

dent of Schools, Dr. G. F. Witter, who was elected to that of- fice in 1862. The doctor served several consecutive terms as Superintendent, and hy his earnest efforts, worked a com- plete change, stimulating by his example, others, to take the matter up, and push the subject of schools forward. The institute for teachers was organized this year, and the first session held in the school-house, in Grand Rapids, under the immediate direction and control of the able Superintend- ent. The schools from this time began to loom up.

In 1873, Dr. Witter, who had again been elected as County Superintendent of Schools, made application to the State Superintendent of Schools, for funds to help maintain the institute, and a person competent to conduct it, to be appointed to take charge of it. Both of the above men- tioned requests were complied with, and the institute is now on a solid basis. The citizens of Grand Rapids should feel themselves under obligations to Dr. Witter for the earnest attention he has given, and the great interest he has always taken in the advancement of the educational advantages, not only of the city of Grand Rapids, but of the whole county of Wood.

The Howe Free High School .- In August, 1875, at a meeting held by the School Board in Grand Rapids, the necessity and expediency of building a new high school was introduced, and favorably received. The actual neces- sity felt for an institution of this kind, induced the School Board to hurry the matter up, and in the same year (1875) the building was gotten under way. To raise the necessary funds to push the building, it was decided to take a loan of $10,000 from the State; this in connection with $10,000 left as a legacy by Howe, after whom the school was named, en- abled them to forward the work with dispatch.

The school was finally completed and furnished, early in 1877, the first school meeting for the Fall term. The actual cost of this handsome edifice was $32.500. The fol- lowing principals have had charge since the building has been completed : I. N. Stewart, Prof. Chittenden, J. Ros- holt, and the present principal, Mr. Frank Cooley. The following is a list of teachers since 1870 :

List of teachers from 1870 to 1881: Principals .- 1870-74, J. Q. Emery ; 1875, John Gaynor ; 1876-77, I. N. Stewart ; 1878, Prof. Chittenden ; 1879-8o, J. Rosholt ; 1881, Frank Cooley.

First Assistants .- 1870, Ira Compton ; 1871-2, Hester Baker; 1873, Frances Miller; 1874, Helen Mosher; 1875, Mrs. Pratt ; 1876, Alice Grace; 1877-8, Mrs. Stewart; 1879-80, Helen Mosher; 1881, Miss E. Phalin.

Second Assistants .- 1870, Miss Frances Potter : 1871-2, Mrs. Emery ; 1873, Clara Goodhue; 1874, Alice Mosher ; 1875, Mrs. Vaughan ; 1876-7-8, Mary Dougherty; 1879, Maggie Burns; 1880, Josie Kerns ; 1881, Mrs. Vaughan.

Third Assistants .- 1876, Fannie Baker ; 1877-8, Mary Dougherty ; 1879, Lillie Grace ; 1880, Miss Mitchell ; 1881, Mary Dougherty.

Fourth Assistants .- 1877-78, Mrs. Vaughan ; 1879, Mary Dougherty : 1880, Mrs. Vaughan ; 1881, Miss Doug- las.

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Fifth Assistants .- 1879, Mrs. Vaughan ; 1880, Mary Dougherty ; 1881, Miss Abbie Barry.

Societies .- The common tendency of civilized people to form themselves into societies developed itself at a very early day in Grand Rapids. The F. & A. M. Society formed a lodge here as early as 1848, but the records have been de- stroyed, and nothing authentic can be learned regarding it. In June, 1861, the present lodge, known as Grand Rapids Lodge, No. 128, A. F. & A. M., was organized under dis- pensation, the petitioners being S. J. Carpenter, Jesse H. Lang, A. Pierce, A. Lamb, Henry Clinton, Robert Farrish, Thomas Barbour, S. H. Pearson and J. Stanley Rood. The charter was granted July, 1862, the first officers under the charter being S. J. Carpenter, W. M .; Jesse H. Lang, S.W .; S. H. Pearson, J. W .; J. Stanley Rood, S. D .; Thomas Barbour, J. D .; Robert Farrish, secretary ; Abijah Pierce, treasurer. In 1867, the records of this lodge were entirely destroyed by fire. The first record after that time is De- cember 16, 1867, when the following officers were elected to serve the term of one year: A. Pierce, W. M .; C. S. Taylor, S. W .; J. D. Witter, J. W .; A. B. Sampson, Treas. ; M. C. Stamer, Sec .; Peter Berg, S. D .; S. A. Spafford, J. D. 1868 .- J. D. Witter, W. M .; C. S. Taylor, S. W .; H. B. Philleo, J. W. ; E. Mennett, Sec .; L. E. Hitchcock, Treas. ; L. Kromer, S. D. ; J. G. Pomeroy, J. D. In 1869, the same were elected, with the exception of L. E. Hitchcock, who was succeeded by A. Pierce, as treasurer. 1870 .- H. B. Philleo, W. M .; J. G. Pomeroy, S. W. ; A. B. Hamilton, J. W. ; A. Pierce, Treas. ; L. Kromer, Sec. ; F. W. Burt, S. D .; S. J. Purdy, J. D. 1871 .- A. B. Hamilton, W. M .; J. A. Robb, S. W .; S. J. Purdy, J. W .; A. Pierce, Treas .; F. WV. Burt, Sec .; Charles Herschleb, S. D .; Eric Mckay, J. D. 1872 .- J. A. Rabb, W. M. ; S. J. Purdy, S. W. ; F. W. Burt, J. W. ; Seth Reeves, Treas. ; William Hooper, Sec. ; Charles Herschleb, S. D .; Henry Pigg, J. D. 1873 .- L. Kromer, W.M .; F. W. Burt, S. W .; Eric Mckay, J. W .; R. C. Worthington, Treas. ; H. W. Jackson, Sec. ; Charles Hersch- let, S. D .; W. L. Sprowl, J. D. 1874 .- L. Kromer, W. M .; Charles Herschleb, S. W .; H. Pigg, J. W .; R. C. Worthing- ton, Treas .; H. W. Jackson, Sec. ; F. W. Burt, S. D .; Ira Purdy, J. D. 1875 -L. Kromer, W. M .; Charles Hersch- leb, S. W .; H. Pigg, J. W .; N. E. Emmons, Treas .; Will- iam T. Jones, Sec .; F. W. Burt, S. D .; Ira Purdy, J. D. 1876 .- Charles Herschleb, W. M .; H. Hayden, S. W .; F. WV. Burt, J. W .; N. E. Emmons, Treas .; W. T. Jones, Sec. ; T. M. Nash, S. D .; R. E. McFarland, J. D. 1877 .- 1 .. Kromer, W. M .; H. Hayden, S. W .; C. B. Garrison, J. W .; J. N. Brundage, Sec .; N. E. Emmons, Treas. ; G. F. Wit- ter, S. D .; R. E. McFarland, J. D. 1878 .- G. F. Witter, W. M .; N. E. Emmons, S. W .; B. Silber, J. W .; G. J. Jackson, Treas .; E. S. King, Sec .; J. N. Brundage, S. D. ; V. Talmadge, J. D. 1879 .- L. Kromer, W. M .; G. J. Jackson, S. W .; Charles Herschleb, J. W .; V. Talmadge, Treas. ; Seth Reeves, Sec .; R. Worthington, S D .; E. S. King, J. D. 1880 .- G. J. Jackson, W. M .; B. Silber, S.W. ; C. M. Webb, J. W .; Seth Reeves, Treas. ; E. S. King, Sec .; Charles Herschleb, .S. D .; N. E. Emmons, J. D. The

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Author: Western historical co., Chicago, pub Publication date: 1881 Publisher: Chicago, Western historical company Number of Pages: 1052

Author: Western historical co., Chicago, pub
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Western historical company
Number of Pages: 1052