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NEWSPAPER DATE NEWSPAPER DENOMINATION EVENT
July 30, 1853 Manitowoc County Herald St. James The Rev. Mr. Thompson, formerly of Cincinnatti, Ohio, has accepted a call to the rectorship of St. James Church, Manitowoc, and has assumed the duties of his office. Mr. Thompson has had several years experience in the Ministry and comes among ??? ??? the most gratifying testimonials of th?se ???? which ???? a Clergyman.

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Nov. 18, 1854 Manitowoc Tribune Methodist A barn attached to the premises of the parsonage of the Methodist denomination, was destroyed by fire, on Wednesday night. The exertions of Sheriff Van Valkenburgh, saved the horse and buggy, but the rest of the contents of the barn, were consumed. The horse was scorched, but was not seriously injured. The fire caught from an ash house in the immediate vicinity of the stable.

NEWSPAPER DATE NEWSPAPER DENOMINATION EVENT
Apr. 19, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune Methodist The Methodist Church is nearly completed and will be dedicated in about two weeks.-Rev. J.J. Alpin is the present pastor.
Apr. 19, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune Episcopal There is regular service at St. James (Episcopal) Church on the Sabbath Rev. M. Hoyt, Pastor.
Apr. 19, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune St. James Bishop Kemper administered the rite of confirmation to eight persons at St. James Church on Tuesday last.
Sept. 6, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune Presbyterian The new Presbyterian Church is rapidly approaching a state of completion. Mr. S. Hill has the contract, and will push the work with vigor. Manitowoc will now have four churches, all of which will be open for services previous to the first of November. The village shows a proportionate more use.
Sept. 20, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune St. James The rite of Confirmation was administered by Rt. Rev. Jackson Kemper at St. James Church in this village, on Sunday last.
Oct. 18, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune Presbyterian The Order of Odd Fellows in Manitowoc, will please accept the thanks of the Presbyterian Church, &c., (etc) for their kindness in opening their Hall for a Concert, recently given for the benefit of said Church, &c. Mead Holms, Pastor. Manitowoc, Oct. 18, 1855.
Nov. 8, 1855 Manitowoc Tribune Presbyterian Dedication.-The dedication of the house of worship, known as the Tabernacle, recently erected by the Presbyterian Society, will take place on Sunday, the 18th inst. An apppo???? ?????? may be expected from the Pastor. Services to commence at 10 1-2 o'clock A.M. The evangelical Churches of Manitowoc, Two Rivers, and Maple Grove, with their Pastors, are fraternally invited to join in the exercises of the occasion. The presence of the Contributors to the Tabernacle enterprise, is especially desired. In the evening, at 7 o'clock, an address may be expected to the Young People of Manitowoc. On Monday, at 10 A.M., the Tabernacle will be opened for the purpose of renting slips. All wishing regular seats, are requested to meet the Trustee there, at that time.

NEWSPAPER DATE NEWSPAPER DENOMINATION EVENT
Jan. 3, 1856 Manitowoc Tribune Presbyterian Messrs, W.W. Deming, J.W. Thombs, Geo. Deming, A. Wittmand, Mrs. A.N. Baker, and Miss M.E. Oliver, will please accept the thanks of the Presbyterian Church, for an elegant set of heavy silver plated communion furniture. As they have thus aided in furnishing the table of the Lord, may they be abundant partakers of its benefits-may they be speedily prepared with melting hearts and bursting prayers to receive the symbols of the Savior's body broken and blood shed. The Editor of the Tribune will also accept thanks for gratuituous printing in connection with the Concert. Mead Holmes, Pastor. Manitowoc, Wis., Jan. 1, 1856

NEWSPAPER DATE NEWSPAPER DENOMINATION EVENT
July 8, 1858 The Daily Tribune Presbyterian The resignation of Rev. M. Holmes, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church was to take effect last Sunday but owing to some misunderstanding the Minister appointed for the purpose, refused to declare the pulpit vacant. Mr. H. we learn intends to make an early application for an unqualified dismissal.
July 14, 1858 The Daily Tribune St. John/St. James (?) Communicated. Fourth Of July At Maple Grove.-S.S. Pic Nic. The S.S. children in this flourishing town had a gala day on the Anniversary of our National independence. At an early hour a beautiful bower was constructed, above which floated the Stars and Eagle of the Union. At 11 o'clock the children marched in procession, into the church, singing, "From the field victorious." The congregation were then addressed by Rev. Messrs. J.C. Holms, North, Ropper, and M. Holmes' singing by the juveniles interspersed. After the Benediction, the children marched out, singing "Crambambuli" a temperance song, and being the first invited gathered around tables richly spread under the Bower. In the Church and at the tables they observed the utmost decorum, a good example in the day of rudeness and Border Ruffianism. After the children, the heroes of the occasion were served, a luxuriant repast was prepared for the adults and they enjoyed it at their leisure. No sign of hard times appeared in the entertainment, rich and superabundant. The Congregation Church is a pleasant House of Worship, an ornament to the town, a monument of zeal resolution and liberality. May it ever be a centre of healthful, moral and religious influence. May the spirit of the 4th or rather the 5th always prevails in that locality. Intelligent, enterprising and united the people can but prosper, more and more.

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Nov. 4, 1884 Lake Shore Times Presbyterian The repairs on the Presbyterian church are about completed. A front entrance has been built which can hardly be considered as improving the appearance of the church however useful or convenient it may prove to be, a new furnace has been put in and the old ones repaired and there can be no doubt but the church will be comfortable now in the most severe weather. We are informed that there is a small debt still remaining on account ofthe (sic) repairs.

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Oct. 26, 1898 Manitowoc Daily Herald Immaculate Conception The parishowners of the Immaculate Conception congregation are again pushing the work on their new church edifice. The foundations were laid two or three years ago but the work dragged, owing to various difficulties, financial and otherwise. Some time ago the matter was taken in hand by Archbishop Katzer, of Milwaukee and the prospects now are that the church will be finished next season. Contractor Bartke is at work and is making good progress.
Nov. 17, 1898 Manitowoc Daily Herald Presbyterian A Union Thanksgiving service will be held at the Presbyterian Church on Thanksgiving Day. In place of the usual sermon, the (sic) will be addresses by Judge Baensch, Judge Kirwan, Lyman Mash and Mr. John Schuette, on questions pertaining to municipal and national government. Special music by the choirs and an interesting meeting is promised. Service will begin at 10:30 and a cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
Nov. 17, 1898 Manitowoc Daily Herald Lutheran The Lutheran Band will give a concert in the school hall of the Lutheran church on Thursday evening Dec. 15. They will be assisted by the choir of the church and an exceptionally interesting program will be rendered. The Band is one of our best musical organization and no doubt will be accorded a hearty endorsement. Full particulars will be published later.

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Feb. 3, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Norwegian Lutheran ALMOST COMPLETED.The New Norwegian Lutheran Church Will Soon Be Ready.The new church buiding for the St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran congregation is rapidly nearing completion, and will probably be ready for use in about two more weeks. The stained glass windows are all in but one. There is a large window besides several smaller ones on each of the sides, facing north, south and east. The glass for the windows was funished by the Tabitha society a woman's organization connected with the church. The decorations in the stained glas windows are very handsome and are real works of art. In the north window is a full figure picture of Christ with the word "Tabitha" under it. The south window has a picture of the Bible character Tabitha who is represented as being a beautiful young woman. In the east window is a bust picture of Martin Luther.
Feb. 3, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Catholic The Sisters of St. Francis are preparing to give a fair on May 1 for the benefit of the new hospital. They have already rented Turner Hall for the occasion.
Feb. 18, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Norwegian Lutheran Rev. Royne and family arrived in the city yesterday from Austin, Minn., and will take up their abode here. Mr. Royne is the pastor of the new norwegian (sic) Lutheran church. The edifice is almost completed and will soon be ready for dedication.
Mar. 11, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Catholic The members of the Polish-Catholic congregation at Two Rivers have decided to build a new brick-veneer church. The church will be 45 feet wide and 85 feet long with a tower of solid brick. It will cost from $5,000 to $10,000.
Mar. 21, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Episcopal Several plans for the new Episcopal church are on exhibition in G.W. Fechter's window on N. Eighth street and others are expected this week.
Mar. 22, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Lutheran Rev. Hoyme, who came here to attend the dedication exercises of St. Paul's New (sic) Lutheran church, returned to his home at Eau Claire to-day.
Mar. 22, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Norwegian Lutheran Rev. Michelson returned to Neenah this afternoon. He was here to assist in dedicating the new Norwegian church.
Mar. 25, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Catholic The interior of the St. Mary's Polish church is being artistically decorated.
Apr. 27, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Catholic The second and last edition of the Fest Blatt, being issued by the St. Boniface Benevolant society, was given to the public to-day. It is a 40 page book and is profusely illustrated. The cover is unque (sic) and attractive. The back page is devoted to an advertisement of Schuette Bros., and is worked in bronze to carry out the golden anniversary idea. The first page of the cover is worked in silver, emblematic of the silver anniversary of the organization of the St. Boniface Benevolent society. The book was issued from this office.
May 8, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald
The corner stone of the new Polish church at Two Rivers will be laid next Sunday, May 14. The work on the basement has already been completed. Appropriate exercises will be held Sunday and many from this city will attend.
May 8, 1899 Manitowoc Daily Herald Christian Scientist The Christian Scientists in Manitowoc, as elsewhere, are growing rapidly in numbers. Their doctrine which was introduced here not very long ago has attracted much attention and many followers have been secured. Of late they have increased so rapidly that their old quarters have proven too small to accommodate those who desire to attend the meetings. New rooms have been leased in the Beers block and the Scientists will meet there hereafter every Wednesday evening and Sunday morning.

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July 2, 1901 Manitowoc Daily Herald Catholic A class of 160 were confirmed at St. Boniface Sunday. Archbishop Katzer of Milwaukee was present to administer the sacrament, being assisted by Fathers Fessler, Kzwonos, Mueller and Peil.

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Feb. 21, 1920 Manitowoc Herald News Catholic The Rev. Fr. Rausch of Tisch Mills as been transferred by order of Bishop Rhode, head of the Green Bay diocese to be in charge of St. Joseph's church at Kellnersville to succeed the Rev. Fr. Reindl, recently deceased. The Rev. Rausch is the third new priest at Kellnersville with in little more than a year, two vacancies having been caused by death at St. Joseph's church in that short time.

NEWSPAPER DATE	NEWSPAPER	DENOMINATION	EVENT
July 30, 1853	Manitowoc County Herald	St. James	The Rev. Mr. Thompson, formerly of Cincinnatti, Ohio, has accepted a call to the rectorship of St. James Church, Manitowoc, and has assumed the duties of his office. Mr. Thompson has had several years experience in the Ministry and comes among ??? ??? the most gratifying testimonials of th?se ???? which ???? a Clergyman.

NEWSPAPER DATE	NEWSPAPER	DENOMINATION	EVENT
Nov. 18, 1854	Manitowoc Tribune	Methodist	A barn attached to the premises of the parsonage of the Methodist denomination, was destroyed by fire, on Wednesday night. The exertions of Sheriff Van Valkenburgh, saved the horse and buggy, but the rest of the contents of the barn, were consumed. The horse was scorched, but was not seriously injured. The fire caught from an ash house in the immediate vicinity of the stable.

NEWSPAPER DATE	NEWSPAPER	DENOMINATION	EVENT
Apr. 19, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	Methodist	The Methodist Church is nearly completed and will be dedicated in about two weeks.-Rev. J.J. Alpin is the present pastor.
Apr. 19, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	Episcopal	There is regular service at St. James (Episcopal) Church on the Sabbath Rev. M. Hoyt, Pastor.
Apr. 19, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	St. James	Bishop Kemper administered the rite of confirmation to eight persons at St. James Church on Tuesday last.
Sept. 6, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	Presbyterian	The new Presbyterian Church is rapidly approaching a state of completion. Mr. S. Hill has the contract, and will push the work with vigor. Manitowoc will now have four churches, all of which will be open for services previous to the first of November. The village shows a proportionate more use.
Sept. 20, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	St. James	The rite of Confirmation was administered by Rt. Rev. Jackson Kemper at St. James Church in this village, on Sunday last.
Oct. 18, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	Presbyterian	The Order of Odd Fellows in Manitowoc, will please accept the thanks of the Presbyterian Church, &c., (etc) for their kindness in opening their Hall for a Concert, recently given for the benefit of said Church, &c. Mead Holms, Pastor. Manitowoc, Oct. 18, 1855.
Nov. 8, 1855	Manitowoc Tribune	Presbyterian	Dedication.-The dedication of the house of worship, known as the Tabernacle, recently erected by the Presbyterian Society, will take place on Sunday, the 18th inst. An apppo???? ?????? may be expected from the Pastor. Services to commence at 10 1-2 o'clock A.M. The evangelical Churches of Manitowoc, Two Rivers, and Maple Grove, with their Pastors, are fraternally invited to join in the exercises of the occasion. The presence of the Contributors to the Tabernacle enterprise, is especially desired. In the evening, at 7 o'clock, an address may be expected to the Young People of Manitowoc. On Monday, at 10 A.M., the Tabernacle will be opened for the purpose of renting slips. All wishing regular seats, are requested to meet the Trustee there, at that time.

NEWSPAPER DATE	NEWSPAPER	DENOMINATION	EVENT
Jan. 3, 1856	Manitowoc Tribune	Presbyterian	Messrs, W.W. Deming, J.W. Thombs, Geo. Deming, A. Wittmand, Mrs. A.N. Baker, and Miss M.E. Oliver, will please accept the thanks of the Presbyterian Church, for an elegant set of heavy silver plated communion furniture. As they have thus aided in furnishing the table of the Lord, may they be abundant partakers of its benefits-may they be speedily prepared with melting hearts and bursting prayers to receive the symbols of the Savior's body broken and blood shed. The Editor of the Tribune will also accept thanks for gratuituous printing in connection with the Concert. Mead Holmes, Pastor. Manitowoc, Wis., Jan. 1, 1856

NEWSPAPER DATE	NEWSPAPER	DENOMINATION	EVENT
July 8, 1858	The Daily Tribune	Presbyterian	The resignation of Rev. M. Holmes, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church was to take effect last Sunday but owing to some misunderstanding the Minister appointed for the purpose, refused to declare the pulpit vacant. Mr. H. we learn intends to make an early application for an unqualified dismissal.
July 14, 1858	The Daily Tribune	St. John/St. James (?)	Communicated. Fourth Of July At Maple Grove.-S.S. Pic Nic. The S.S. children in this flourishing town had a gala day on the Anniversary of our National independence. At an early hour a beautiful bower was constructed, above which floated the Stars and Eagle of the Union. At 11 o'clock the children marched in procession, into the church, singing, "From the field victorious." The congregation were then addressed by Rev. Messrs. J.C. Holms, North, Ropper, and M. Holmes' singing by the juveniles interspersed. After the Benediction, the children marched out, singing "Crambambuli" a temperance song, and being the first invited gathered around tables richly spread under the Bower. In the Church and at the tables they observed the utmost decorum, a good example in the day of rudeness and Border Ruffianism. After the children, the heroes of the occasion were served, a luxuriant repast was prepared for the adults and they enjoyed it at their leisure. No sign of hard times appeared in the entertainment, rich and superabundant. The Congregation Church is a pleasant House of Worship, an ornament to the town, a monument of zeal resolution and liberality. May it ever be a centre of healthful, moral and religious influence. May the spirit of the 4th or rather the 5th always prevails in that locality. Intelligent, enterprising and united the people can but prosper, more and more.