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REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Ralph Aastad, alleged insane. Hearing had on the 23rd day of November, 1936, and said
Ralph Aastad was committed to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago, Wisconsin, for a
period of thirty days observation, and at the end of thirty days observation period,
the same was extended for another thirty days.


ADAMSON:  Nels

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; age at last birthday, 61; married; 
place of birth, Sweden
1900 Census


ALLEN:  Edward 

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Edward F. Allen, alleged insane. Hearing had on 6th day of November, 1936, and said
Edward F. Allen adjudged insane and committed to the Winnebago State Hospital at 
Winnebago, Wisconsin. Physicians: Dr. R.G. Strong $4.20. Dr. R.W. Hammond, $4.20.


ALTENDORF:  Agnes

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1861; age at last birthday, 39; 
single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


ALTENDORF:  Mary

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1855; age at last birthday, 45; 
single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


AMERHEIM:  Martina

A 23-year old of St. Nazianz was adjudicated as mentally ill in County Court yesterday 
and was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  02 April 1908


AMMAN:  Catherine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1861; age at last birthday, 39; 
single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


AMMAN:  Miss Katharine

(From the correspondent in Kiel, 06 Nov.) It has been determined that Miss Katharine 
Amman, who has been in the mental facility in Oshkosh for the last two years, cannot be 
helped there and in a few days will be turned over to the mental facility in Manitowoc.
Der Nord Westen  09 November 1899


ANDERLA:  Wenzel

Has had to be sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.(There are additional details)
Der Nord Westen  07 March 1901
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Adjudged Insane - Wenzel Anderla, an old North side resident, was adjudged insane 
by examining physicians and committed to the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 7, 1901 pg. 1


ANDERSON:  Annie M.

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1852; age at last birthday, 48; 
married; place of birth, Denmark
1900 Census


ANDERSON:  Carl

A workman in the local shipyard, has had to be sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. 
The 30-year old Anderson was first sent there in 1898 but was furloughed in 1899.
Der Nord Weston  26 August 1909


ANDERSON: Knud
City and County:
Knud Anderson of Rockland was adjudged insane on Tuesday and was taken to the Manitowoc asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 4, 1897  pg. 3


ANDREWS:  Mrs. James

Because it appears that she has lost her mental ability, the 80-yr. old here has been taken 
to the special care clinic of the county mental facility.
Der Nord Weston  20 September 1906


ARNDT:  Max

Max Arndt, a drayman, was adjudged insane in probate court Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 8, 1915 P. 5


AUMANN: Catherine
Miss Catherine Aumann of Kiel was adjudged insane and was taken to the Oshkosh asylum on Thursday last by Sheriff Muth.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 16, 1897  pg. 4


AUSTEN:
Local Items:
An insane man, flourishing a revolver and making profuse threats of shooting everybody 
within his range of vision, created a flurry of excitement at Tisch Mills yesterday. The man’s 
name is Austen and his insanity is of recent origin. Constable Drews, by the use of a little 
strategy, succeeded in arresting the man and today he was taken to Kewaunee.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  November 10, 1898  pg. 4


AXEL: Unknown
A farmer named Axel, living about six miles from Kiel this county cut his wife's throat on 
Monday of this week and then killed himself. Various causes are assigned for the double 
crime but the most reasonable one is that the man was temporarily insane.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, April 29, 1886  pg. 3



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BAETZ:  Mr. A.

A nephew of former Two Rivers Mayor Andrew Baetz was transported to the mental facility 
in Oskosh last week
Der Nord Westen  12 March 1896

 
BALASSA: Dr. Charles E.

BALASSA HAS GONE INSANE
Dr. Charles E. Balassa, formerly a resident of this city has been adjudged insane, at Wausau, 
where he went last fall at the time he removed from this city. He had been committed to the 
Northern hospital at Oshkosh. As the doctor had not gained a residence at Wausau, his care 
at the state institution named will be charged up to Manitowoc county, he having gained a 
residence in this city. Notice to that effect has been received here from Dr. Gordon, 
superintendent of the hospital.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 18, 1907 pg. 1

 
BARON:  Mary

A resident of our city about 32 yrs. of age, was ordered by the County Judge to be transferred 
to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. She had been taken there in 1897 but released 2 yrs later 
following an examination. Her situation worsened recently so that she had to be returned there.
Der Nord Westen  20 August 1903


BAUER: Franz

Dr. Luchmann had an exciting experience with an insane man Tuesday morning. Sheriff 
Lehrmann shared in the excitement. Franz Bauer, an old man living on South 23rd street, 
had been acting queerly and the doctor attempted to examine him touching his sanity. Bauer 
retired to his room where he had a small arsenal of guns and pistols and refused to be 
interviewed. Dr. Luchmann finally got entrance after the exercise of much diplomacy, and 
got him seated with his back to the door. Lehrmann then came in, but Bauer jumped up and 
seized a revolver. The sheriff grappled with him, and with the help of an assistant got the 
man under control and secured. He was adjudged insane in the county court and sent to 
the Winnebago Hospital for treatment.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 12, 1900 pg. 8

 
BAZAL: Joseph

Local and Personal:
Joseph Bazal was adjudged insane Tuesday and taken to Oshkosh Wednesday morning.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, August 1, 1907 pg. 5

 
BEGALKA:  Julius

Julius Begalka, a Maple Grove farmer, was adjudged insane and committed to the asylum at 
Oshkosh. Begalka is said to have worried over financial matters. His wife is said to be visiting 
at Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  06 March 1915

 
BELITZ:  Helena

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1853; age at last birthday, 47; place 
of birth, Wisconsin; father's birthplace, Germany; mother's birthplace, Germany
1900 Census

 
BELITZ, Mrs.

Sheriff Murphy left on Monday for Oshkosh to convey Mrs. Belitz 
of Schleswig, to the asylum there.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, Aug. 18, 1881

 
BENKE:  Henry

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1854; age at last birthday, 46; single; 
place of birth, Hollander
1900 Census

 
BENNETT:  John

An employee of innkeeper Frank Zeman here, had to be taken to the state mental facility in 
Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  26 December 1901


BENNETT:  Peter

Sheriff Pierce took Peter Bennett of Meeme, and Mrs. Charles Smith, 
of Two Rivers, to the insane asylum at Oshkosh, last week.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 20, 1880


BEJALKE:  Christopher

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1905:
The Trustees of the local mental facility, in their report for the fiscal year 
ending 30 June 1904, lists the following death: 
Christopher Bejalke died 10 Oct. 1903 from heart trouble at age 73;

 
BERGEL:  Family

In a recent hearing in County Court five members of the Bergal family in Town Kossuth were 
found to be feeble minded.
Der Nord Westen  03 October 1907


BERGENE:  Mrs. Synew

Age 76, who lives with her stepson in Town Cato, has been mentally ill for some time and has 
made several attempts to take her own life. It was finally decided that nothing else could be 
done other than take the lady to the mental facility
Der Nord Westen  23 August 1906

 
BETH:  Mrs. Fred

2 RIVERS WOMAN WHO RECENTLY LEAPED FROM 2ND STORY WINDOW 
IN HER DEMENTIA TAKEN TO ASYLUM Mrs. Fred Beth of Two Rivers was taken
to Oshkosh today for commitment in the Northern hospital for the insane. Mrs. Beth 
recently was at the local hospital for treatment but made her way to Two Rivers where 
she leaped from a second story window of her home and broke both ankles in the fall. 
The window of the bath room was opened during the temporary absence of the nurse 
and the plunge taken between two buildings set so close together that the injured woman
was extricated with difficulty.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  24 March 1917

 
BEYER:  Henry

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1850; age at last birthday, 50; married;
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
BIRKLE:  Frank

BIRKLE WHO SERVED SENTENCE FOR KILLING MAN, IS INSANE NOW 
ST. NAZIANZ MAN NARROWLY ESCAPES A LYNCHING AT HANDS OF 
ENRAGED FARMERS AT CLEVELAND - BROUGHT HERE FOR EXAM Frank 
Birkle, a St. Nazianz man who served three years at the Green Bay refomatory upon conviction 
of manslaughter for the killing of Louis Bahr, a well driller at School Hill in 1904, was adjudged 
insane in probate court today and committed to the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh. Birkle is 37 
years old and unmarried. Birkle narrowly escaped lynching at the hands of enraged residents of 
Cleveland Tuesday night when it is alleged he sought entrance to the home of a well known 
resident with avowed intention of molesting the daughter of the household against whose character
it is said Birkle has circulated vile reports. Birkle, it is said, had boasted of his intention and 
neighbors, fearing violence might be offered the young girl, interfered to prevent Birkle from 
entering the home and when the man offered resistance, he is said to have been roughly handled 
and at one state, a rope was secured and Birkle was being hastened to a tree where it was 
threatened he would be strung up, but he was saved by the cooler heads who counseled turning 
Birkle over to the authorities. Sheriff Pellett and District Atty. Healy were notified and Birkle 
was held at Cleveland pending arrival of the officers Wednesday when he was brought to this 
city and locked up. Dist. Atty. Healy after investigating the case, advised that Birkle be 
examined as to his mental condition, it being said that the man had been acting strangely for some 
time past and reports to the authorities indicated insanity. Judge Chloupek in probate court ordered 
an examinatin and Birkle was adjudged insane and committed to the asylum. Birkle, since his release
from the reformatory four years ago, had made his home at St. Nazianz and had been engaged in 
business as agent for a gas light concern. The man had always been a little peculiar according to 
witnesses and lately had caused some annoyance to a number of people. Birkle visited Cleveland 
Tuesday and is said to have boasted of his intention of visiting the young lady and friends of the girl's 
family, fearing that he might carry out his threats, organized a posse and when Birkle reached the
house and tried to enter, he was taken into custody. The man appeared in court somewhat battered 
from the beating which he received at the hands of defenders of the girl.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  02 January 1913

 
BLUMENSTEIN:  Charles

Feeble-minded Charles Blumenstein of Liberty has been taken to the State School in Chippewa Falls.
Der Nord Westen  21 November 1901


BLUMENSTEIN:  Charles

An insane patient of the county is Chas. Blumenstein of Newton, who has been at Oshkosh for treatment 
and has been returned here incurable.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  11 August 1902

 
BOECHER:  Julius

INSANITY IS OF VIOLENT TYPE Julius Boecher, Well Known Farmer Near City Taken in Charge 
Julius Boecher, residing three miles north of the city, became violently insane Saturday night and officers 
were summoned to take him in charge until examination could be made and the patient committed to the 
hospital. It required the united efforts of three men to take the man in charge and he was removed to the 
local asylum until today when commitment papers were issued for the Northern hospital at Oshkosh. 
Boecher?s mind has been affected for some time and the attack of Saturday was very violent, the insane 
man threatening the lives of his family and laboring under the delusion that he was pursued by evil spirits. 
Boecher is remembered as the juror in the Kohlbeck-Cizek case at the recent term of Court who was 
taken ill during the trial and was excused when the case was half concluded.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  15 September 1902
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A resident 3 miles north of Manitowoc, who has been mentally affected for the past 3 mos., became 
suicidal on Sat. and had to be taken into custody as dangerous to himself and others. It required 3 men
to restrain him. On Mon. he was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  18 September 1902
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Who had recently been furloughed from the state mental facility in Oshkosh, had to be returned there as 
suicidal. His residence is about 4 miles from Manitowoc.
Der Nord Westen  11 December 1902

 
BOETCHER:  Caroline

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1848; age at last birthday, 52; place of birth, 
Wisconsin; father's birthplace, Germany; mother's birthplace, Germany
1900 Census


BOLLE:  Barbara

Here had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. Unhappy domestic conditions had 
affected her mentally.
Der Nord Westen  12 September 1907
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Local and Personal:
Mrs. Barbara Bolle of this city was adjudged insane by Judge Chloupek Saturday and was taken 
to the Asylum at Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 12, 1907 pg. 5

 
BOND:  Mrs. Mary

IS ADJUDGED INSANE
Mary Bond Sentenced To The Northern Insane Asylum By Judge Anderson
LIVED IN TOWN OF FRANKLIN
Insanity Is Supposed To Have Been Caused By Loneliness – Heard Pictures Talk
A sad case came up in Judge Anderson’s court yesterday afternoon. Miss Mary Bond 
of the town of Franklin was committed to the Northern Insane Asylum at Oshkosh. 
Her case is a peculiar one and is more pathetic than sensational. She formerly lived 
with her uncle and kept house for him Three years ago that gentleman died and left 
her his all, which consisted of twenty acres of land with considerable live stock.
Since that time she has continued to live all alone in the little hut with no associates 
other than her chickens and cows. Her utter loneliness and lack of the necessary 
comforts of life are supposed to be the cause of her insanity. As she remarked in the 
court yesterday, “not talking makes a persons head ache.”
The attention of her neighbors were drawn to her destitute circumstances recently by 
seeing her running about barefooted in the sow and with a pitchfork in her hands. It 
was found that she was suffering for lack of proper food and clothing. She labored 
under the delusion that the pictures on her wall were constantly talking to her ad that 
her cows and chickens were poisoned.
She was committed to the county asylum to be taken care of until 2:50 this afternoon 
when Sheriff Lehrman took her to Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, WI  January 27, 1899  pg. 1
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Who has been living alone on a farm in Town Franklin, has been adjudicated insane and last week 
was taken to the state asylum in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  02 February 1899
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Mary Borin of Franklin, was adjudged insane on Thursday last and was taken to the asylum 
on the Friday following.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 2, 1899 pg. 4


BORCHERDT: Captain Fred
Captain Fred Borcherdt's failing health injured his mind somewhat and it was thought best to take him 
to the asylum. He was taken to Oshkosh on Friday last.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 23, 1898  pg. 4
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City and County:
Fred Borcherdt who was sent to a sanitarium in Milwaukee a couple of weeks ago, showed no signs 
of improvement and was sent to Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 30, 1898  pg. 3


BOROLZKY:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1855; age at last birthday, 45; single;
place of birth, Bohemian
1900 Census
 
 
BORS:  Rosanna

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1834; age at last birthday, 66; widow; 
place of birth, Canada Eng
1900 Census

 
BOWS:  Bertha

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, Unknown; age at last birthday, 
Unknown; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


BRAASCH, Emily
City and County:
Emily Braasch of Cato was adjudged insane and taken to the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh last Monday by Sheriff Muth.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 10, 1897  pg. 3


BRACHMAN: John P.
John P Brachman of this city was sent to the Oshkosh asylum on Saturday last. His case is a peculiar one. He took 
the Keeley cure and refrained from drinking to 10 months, and then broke out again. From this time on he seemed to 
lose all moral power and became a tramp. He seemed to be deprived of all affection though he is perfectly rational. 
It was a case of loss of will power and of moral degeneracy.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 16, 1897  pg. 3
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City and Cunty:
John Brachman of this city who was lately committed to the Oshkosh asylum is home on leave of absence. He was 
permitted to come home alone.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 11, 1897  pg. 3


BRANNIGAN: Chester

COMMITTED-Chester Brannigan, who inflicted severe injuries upon a 
Norwegian boy causing his death, was examined by Justice Hamilton, on 
Thursday, and committed.
Manitowoc Herald  Saturday, July 18, 1857


BREIDERIK:  Friederike

Of Newton has been found to be mentally ill and has been turned over to the local mental facility.
Der Nord Westen  06 June 1907

 
BRENNAN:  Mrs. Bridget

Of Cato suddenly became suicidal and was transported to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  25 July 1901

 
BRITTON: Geneva

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Geneva Britton, alleged insane. Hearing had on the 4th day of November, 1936, and said
Geneva Britton was committed to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago, Wisconsin.
Physicians: Dr. A.J. Shimek $4.20, Dr. Geo. M. Hoffman $4.20.

 
BRITZ:  Eliza

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1830; age at last birthday, 70; 
married; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
BROCKHOFF:  Mrs. Joseph

Of Kossuth, who was taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh 21 Sep. 1901, then 
furloughed 16 July 1902, had to be returned there because her condition worsened recently.
Der Nord Westen  28 May 1903

 
BROST:  John

Meeme, a patient in the state mental facility in Oshkosh, has been declared to be untreatable 
and was transferred to the local mental facility.
Der Nord Westen  02 April 1908


BROUCHOUED: James
City and County:
James Brouchoued of Gibson was adjudged insane last week and was taken to the asylum at Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 22, 1898  pg. 3


BRUEMMER: Julius

Julius Bruemmer of Mishicott was brought before the county judge on Tuesday, examined and found 
to be insane. He is a very strong man but is not violent. He is constantly talking on politics. He was 
confined temporarily once before but recovered after a few weeks' care.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 18, 1880
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Henry Levenhagen brought Julius Bruemmer of Mishicott to the city yesterday. Bruemmer had become 
insane. This is the fourth time he has been sent to the Oshkosh Asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 12, 1895  pg. 3


BUCHANAN:  John

A resident of Two Rivers, has been adjudged insane by a county court and has been sent to
the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  12 January 1905

 
BUCHOLZ:  Gottfried

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1856; age at last birthday, 44; 
place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census

 
BUDINGER, William

Sheriff Bibinger took William Budinger of Eaton and Clara Christianson 
of Cato to the Oshkosh insane asylum last Saturday.  It is remarkable 
what an increase there has been in the number of insane in this county 
of late years.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 20, 1883 

 
BUKOWSKY:  Mrs. Franziska

Of Town Kossuth was adjudicated as mentally ill in County Court and sent to the state 
mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  30 April 1908

 
BULTHAUPT:  Henry

A prominent resident of our city, had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh on 
Tues. The old man suffers from a persecution mania.
Der Nord Westen  30 January 1902

 
BUNDO:  John

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1879; age at last birthday, 21; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
BURICH:  Louise

Mrs. Louise Burich, living on a farm near Reedsville, through worry 
over the death of her husband and a daughter, became mentally weak 
and has been removed to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh for 
treatment. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 20, 1919 Page 2


BURKE:  Mrs.

Clark's Mills news: 
Mrs. Burke, of Cato, has been taken to the Manitowoc asylum.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1885 P.3

 
BURKE: Mrs. Ed

Mrs. Burke, wife of Ed. Burke of Cato, has become insane.  Judge 
Kirwan telegraphed Dr. Kempster in relation to her and Patrick O'Neill.  
Sheriff Murphy will probably bring both to the asylum today.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 21, 1881


BURMEISTER:  Amalia

A 38-year old of Two Rivers was brought before the County Judge on Saturday for a sanity 
hearing. She was found to be mentally ill and was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  20 June 1907
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Local and Personal:
Amelia Buermeister of the town of Two Rivers was adjudged insane last Friday by Judge 
Chloupek, and taken to Oshkosh on Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 20, 1907 pg. 5


BUTLER:  James

James Butler has been sent to the Insane Asylum at Oshkosh from Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday,  February 2, 1888


BURNS:  Patrick

County Judge Anderson decided Mon. that 12-yr. old Patrick Burns, son of Town Maple 
Grove resident John Burns, be sent to the State School for the Blind in Janesville. He lost his 
sight 3 yrs. ago in the explosion of percussion cap.
Der Nord Westen  21 November 1901 


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CACZMIREK:  Josephine

One of the Sisters at the local St. Mary?s Hospital, had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  23 August 1900

 
CAREY:  Mrs. Margaret

Mrs. Margaret Carey of Newton, was brought to the city on Monday by 
Sheriff Murphy.  She has been insane for a number of years and will be 
taken from here to the asylum at Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 9, 1881

 
CASHMAN:  Mrs. Margaret

Of Manitowoc Rapids, who has been mentally weak forsome time and who took to heart the death of her 
son early last year, has been adjudicated insane by County Judge Anderson and will be sent to the state 
mentalinstitution in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  26 October 1899

 
CHRISTIAN: Florentia

ADJUDGED INSANE:
Florentia Christian of Two Rivers, aged twenty four years, was adjudged insane at an examination 
she underwent in the county courtroom on Tuesday. She has been committed to the Northern asylum 
at Oshkosh. She had made her home with her mother at Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 25, 1907 pg. 1

 
CHRISTIANSEN:  Mrs. Carrie

From here has been adjudged insane in County Court and has been sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  10 December 1903

 
CHRISTIANSEN:  Ole

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1859; age at last birthday, 41; single; 
place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


CHRISTIANSON, Clara

Sheriff Bibinger took William Budinger of Eaton and Clara Christianson 
of Cato to the Oshkosh insane asylum last Saturday.  It is remarkable 
what an increase there has been in the number of insane in this county 
of late years.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 20, 1883


CHVALA:  Miss Katharine

In Gibson had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh last week. Doctors. are of the opinion 
that she can be cured. She is the mother of several children. During the proceedings in County Court she
had to be restrained out of concern that she may injure herself.
Der Nord Westen  01 October 1903

 
CICHE:  Anton

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1863; age at last birthday, 37; single; 
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
COONEY:  Patrick

Of Maple Grove has been sent to the hospital of the local mental facility for evaluation.
Der Nord Westen  23 May 1907


COONEY: Susan
Notes of City and Town Folks:
Mrs. Susan Cooney has been committed to the asylum by County Judge Chloupek. She has been an inmate of the 
Holy Family Hospital for some time.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 19, 1904  pg. 5

 
CRETON:  Catharine

Of Two Rivers was adjudged insane Tues. in County Court and transferred to the state mental 
facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  18 July 1901
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From Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1905:
The Trustees of the local mental facility, in their report for the fiscal year 
ending 30 June 1904, lists the following death: 
Catharina Cretton died 24 Sep. 1903 of exhaustion at age 80; 

 
CROWE: EDWARD G. 

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Edward G. Crowe, alleged insane. Hearing had on the 23rd day of December, 1936, and said
Edward G. Crowe was committed to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago, Wisconsin, for a
period of thirty days observation.


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DANIEL: Florence
A number of patients were brought here today from the Northern hospital at Oshkosh. 
They were pronounced incurable by the authorities there and will be entered at the 
Manitowoc Insane Asylum. They were: Mary Otto, Manitowoc county; Gencie Ducal, 
Florence Daniel, Emil Dulows, Door county; Veronica Lenandowski, Joseph Maddan, 
Anna Peterson, Marinette county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, WI  February 9, 1899  pg. 4


DARCY: Thomas
Under Sheriff Murphy took Thomas Darcy of Liberty into custody on Friday last. Darcy 
has been insane for some time, but is not violent. He will be sent to Oshkosh as it is though 
his is not a hopeless case.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, February 26, 1880  pg. 3


DARLING: Unknown
J.C. Miller, deputy sheriff of Kiel brought an insane man by the name of Darling 
to the city this morning to be examined by the County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, September 14, 1899  pg. 7


DAY

The county judge has been notified that the insane from this county 
which have been provided for at Milwaukee, must be removed from there 
as all the accommodations supplied there are no more than sufficient for 
the insane of Milwaukee county.  There are four persons:  Day, Paulsen, 
Erickson and Hilbert, who must be returned to the inadequate quarters 
furnished by Manitowoc.  The county board will be forced to do something 
toward providing for the incurable insane of the county.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, Aug. 18, 1881

 
DAY, BYRON

Sheriff Murphy took two insane people to the Oshkosh asylum this week, 
John Reiderer of Franklin and Byron Day.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 24, 1882


DEDRICK: John
May Be Insane — John Dedrick in jail awaiting trial at the January term of Circuit court, 
on the charge of assault with intent at murder, may never be called upon to defend the 
charge and instead of prison may occupy a cell in the insane asylum. Of late Dedrick has 
on several occasions exhibited signs of violent mania.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, November 20, 1902  pg. 5

 
DEDROW:  Franz

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1860; age at last birthday, 40; single; 
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


DENILE:  Florent

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 18?7; age at last birthday, ?3; widow; 
place of birth, Belgium
1900 Census


DIEDRICH:  Jacob

Has been adjudicated as insane in County Court and taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. 
Der Nord Westen  27 November 1902

 
DOBBERT

Sheriff Murphy  took young Dobbert to the Oshkosh asylum last week.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 10, 1882

 
DOE:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1857; age at last birthday, 43; single; 
place of birth, Italy
1900 Census

 
DOE:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1864; age at last birthday, 36; 
place of birth, Bohemia
1900 Census

 
DOE:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1872; age at last birthday, 28; single; 
place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


DOLECAL: Wm.
Sheriff Muth left for Oshkosh on Tuesday taking Wm. Dolecal of Kossuth to the asylum, who was adjudged insane.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 3, 1898  pg. 3

 
DOLEZAL:  Wenzel

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 18??; age at last birthday,??; widower; 
place of birth, Bohemia
1900 Census


DOOLAN: Mary
Mary Doolan of this city has for the last few weeks been suffering from extreme 
nervousness. On Tuesday night she became insane and left the house partially 
undressed. She was picked up by an officer and cared for.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, February 13, 1890  pg. 3


DRISCOLL:  Timothy

MISSING FOR TWO WEEKS Asylum Patient Takes French Leave and Cannot Be Located 
Timothy Driscoll, a charge at the insane asylum has been missing from the institution for two 
weeks and officers are unable to secure a trace of his whereabouts, although diligent inquiry and 
search has been prosecuted. Driscoll is a Maple Grove man committed to the local asylum eight 
years ago and is not violent. He made his escape while engaged in the yard and it was not 
discovered until several hours later. The missing man is 38 years of age, short and of stout build 
and has three fingers missing from the left hand. It is thought that Driscoll is in hiding near the 
vicinity and will be captured in the course of time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  14 May 1902
**********
A patient in the local mental facility, disappeared about 2 wks. ago and to date has not been 
apprehended.
Der Nord Westen  15 May 1902

 
DRUECOLL:  Tim

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1865; age at last birthday, 35; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
DUBOIS:  Emil

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 18??; age at last birthday, ??; 
place of birth, Belgium
1900 Census


DUCAL: Gencie
A number of patients were brought here today from the Northern hospital at Oshkosh. 
They were pronounced incurable by the authorities there and will be entered at the 
Manitowoc Insane Asylum. They were: Mary Otto, Manitowoc county; Gencie Ducal, 
Florence Daniel, Emil Dulows, Door county; Veronica Lenandowski, Joseph Maddan, 
Anna Peterson, Marinette county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, WI  February 9, 1899  pg. 4


DULOWS: Emil
A number of patients were brought here today from the Northern hospital at Oshkosh. 
They were pronounced incurable by the authorities there and will be entered at the 
Manitowoc Insane Asylum. They were: Mary Otto, Manitowoc county; Gencie Ducal, 
Florence Daniel, Emil Dulows, Door county; Veronica Lenandowski, Joseph Maddan, 
Anna Peterson, Marinette county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, WI  February 9, 1899  pg. 4

 
DUNEKACKE, Carolina 

A woman by the name of Carolina Dunekacke, a resident of Newton, 
was examined under the direction of Judge Kirwan this week and 
pronounced insane.  An application for her admission to the asylum 
was sent on to Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 20, 1880


DUNEKACKE:  Luedka

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1854; age at last birthday, 41; 
single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census
 

DURGIN:  Augusta

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1837; age at last birthday, 63; married; 
place of birth, New Hampshire
1900 Census
 

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EBERT:  Margarethe

Of Cato was found to be mentally ill in County Court Tuesday and sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  16 April 1906


EGGERT:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; no further information on him.
1900 Census

 
EGGS:  Nicolaus

Of Two Rivers was declared insane by the County Court and has been sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  07 March 1901
********
Who was recently released from the state mental facility in Oshkosh,suffered a relapse Sat. and broke furniture 
and windows in some houses. He has been returned to Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  11 July 1901
********
Goes to the Asylum-Nicholaus Egs of Clarks Mills has been adjudged insane by Judge Anderson and was 
taken to the Northern Hospital for the insane at Winnebago, by Sheriff Burt.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 11, 1901 P. 1
********
WAS TWICE SENT TO ASYLUM FROM HERE
Nic Eggs Returned to County Every Time He was Released and Now Goes to Prison
MAY BE INSANE AT PRESENT
Tramp Sentenced in Municipal Court Tuesday; Has Record Here - Sent to Oshkosh Asylum in 1901
Investigation of the records of the court reveals that Nic Eggs, the unknown tramp who was 
sentenced in Municipal Court Tuesday to serve one year at Waupun on charge of burglary in 
the Town of Meeme, was committed to the Northern Asylum for Insane at Oshkosh from this 
county on two occasions, both within one year. Eggs first appeared for examination on complaint 
of the town officers of Rockland on March 6, 1901 having been taken into custody there as a 
result of his strange actions and his apparent demented condition. Drs. Pritchard and Luhman 
were appointed to make the examination and adjudged the man insane, alcoholism and exposure 
being assigned as the causes. Judge Anderson, then presiding on the court, issued the commitment 
after all inquiry to learn the identity and residence of the unfortunate individual had failed. In June 
of the same year, after four months, the court here was notified that Eggs had been released on 
parole, apparently having improved under the treatment at the asylum. He had been provided 
with transportation to Chicago and it was believed that nothing further would be heard of him. 
On July 6, however, officers in the Town of Cato reported to the Probate Court and petitioned 
for the examination of a stranger who for several days had created disturbances in the vicinity 
and when the man was taken in charge and brought into court it was found to be Eggs. The 
tramp was violent and had caused much alarm at Cato by several attacks upon people. In one 
instance the assault was of vicious character and the victim it was feared had sustained serious 
injury. Eggs was recommitted to the Oshkosh Asylum and no further information as to him was 
received here until the arrest in Meeme Monday on the charge of burglary.
A peculiar feature in connection with the case is that although Eggs is not believed to ever have 
been a resident of this county or to have any relatives in this section of the state, he returned to 
Manitowoc every time he was given his release from the asylum or prison. In court Tuesday, 
Eggs appeared totally indifferent to his fate and accepted his sentence to spend a year in the 
penitentiary without charge. He was without clothing and must have suffered considerably from 
the exposure to the cold Sunday and Monday. It is believed that he was seeking shelter from the 
storm when discovered in the attempt to force an entrance to the school building in Meeme but 
he made no objection or plea to the charge as  made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Jan. 27, 1904  


EHRHARDT:  Christian

Of Centerville will be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. All kinds of family trouble and money 
problems caused him to lose his mind.
Der Nord Westen  27 September 1906
*****
Notes From Centerville:
Mr. Christian Ehrhardt, one of our pioneer residents, who spent a few months at the Northern 
hospital at Oshkosh, will soon be with us again. This will be welcome news to his many friends. 
Mr. Ehrhardt has always been a kind and obliging neighbor and a good, respected citizen
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 28, 1907 pg. 8
*****
CONSIDERED SANE
Christian Ehrhardt, an aged resident of the town of Centerville, was examined as to his sanity in 
county court Monday, and at the conclusion of the inquiry, was released by Judge Chloupek.
Ehrhardt had been adjudged insane and committed to the hospital at Oshkosh last fall and later 
was sent to the county asylum here. Some weeks ago he was released from there, and the 
examination mentioned above ends his troubles growing out of this commitment.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, May 16, 1907 pg. 1


ELLES:  James Sr.

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1859; age at last birthday, 41; single; place of birth, Maine
1900 Census
 
 
ELMDORF:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1859; age at last birthday, 41; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


ENGLEBERT:  Wilhelmina

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1855; age at last birthday, 45; married; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
ERHARD:  Johanna

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1844; age at last birthday, 56; married; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census

 
ERICKSON

The county judge has been notified that the insane from this county 
which have been provided for at Milwaukee, must be removed from there 
as all the accommodations supplied there are no more than sufficient for 
the insane of Milwaukee county.  There are four persons:  Day, Paulsen, 
Erickson and Hilbert, who must be returned to the inadequate quarters 
furnished by Manitowoc.  The county board will be forced to do something 
toward providing for the incurable insane of the county.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, Aug. 18, 1881


ERICKSON:  Isaac

A South 18th St. resident and a 76-yr. old native of Finland, had to be taken to the local mental facility. Some 
time ago he was in the state mental facility in Oshkosh for several years.
Der Nord Westen  26 July 1900


ERICKSON: Magnus
Magnus Erickson of this city who was sent out from the Oshkosh asylum on parole, was recommitted 
on Friday last by Judge Anderson.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 11, 1899  pg. 5

 
ERTEL:  Alois

A 66-yr. old resident of Town Franklin, has been determined to be weak minded by the County Court and was 
sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  24 August 1905


EATOUGH: Mrs.

Sheriff Bibinger brought Mrs. Eatough to the Oshkosh asylum on Monday 
and returned with a man named Fred Ellemdorf who is incurable.  He was 
a resident of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 3, 1884

 
ETZLER:  Mary
Who was recently released from the state mental facility in Oshkosh, has had to be returned there.
Der Nord Westen  12 November 1908


[F]


FEELY:  Virginia

A resident of Town Gibson who has been afflicted with epileptic seizures for two years, has been declared insane as 
a result and has been taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  22 August 1901
*****
Miss Virginia Feely of the town of Gibson has been taken to the insane asylum at Oshkosh. She is twenty-two years old.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, August 22, 1901 pg. 1


FELLIER:  Louis

Of Two Rivers became disturbed several months ago and was taken to a place in Buffalo for treatment. His 
condition grew worse there and the director decided to send him back. Fellier and an attendant arrived here 
Sat. from Buffalo, and he was temporarily placed in the local mental facility. On Tues. he was transferred to the 
state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  10 January 1901
 

FEY: Louis

SHERIFF BURT TAKES HIS FIRST INSANE MAN TO OSHKOSH
Sheriff Burt took Louis Fey, an insane man from the town of Kossuth to the State Hospital for the Insane at 
Oshkosh on an order from Judge Anderson last Monday. This was the new sheriff's first case. It seems that 
Fey, who is a farmer, had a great desire to revisit Switzerland. He carried it into effect by going there, but 
on his return he became melancholy and brooded continuously over the amount of money it had cost him. 
His melancholy soon intensified into deep gloom, shrouding the man's vision to such an extent that he 
became incapable of managing his own affairs. His condition became so grave that it was absolutely necessary 
to put him under restraint.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 10, 1901 pg. 1

 
FISCHBACH:  Nicholas

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1832; age at last birthday, 65; single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
FISCHER:  Carl

Sheriff Lehrman went to Centerville yesterday to take charge of a man named Fischer who it is claimed 
became insane and then set fire to Stolzman's barn last Friday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 12, 1900 pg. 7
*****
Of Town Centerville was taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh on Fri. by Sheriff Lehrmann 
Der Nord Westen  19 April 1900
*****
The Trustees of the local mental facility, in their report for the fiscal year 
ending 30 June 1904, lists the following death: 
Carl Fischer died 02 Dec. 1903 from a stroke at age 44
Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1905
(Note: This is probably the same Carl Fischer)

 
FISCHER:  H.

H. Fischer of Reedsville was sent to the state school for the feeble minded on Tues.
Der Nord Westen  21 February 1901


FISCHER: Herman

"Men have died and worms have eat them; but not for love." Herman Fischer of Schleswig loved 
a woman with such intensity that he became violently insane. He had been at work at Genoa 
Junction where he showed signs of mental derangement. His father and brother went after him 
and brought him home but he could not be managed and it was decided to send him to the asylum. 
He was brought to the city by Deputy Sheriff J.C. Miller on Thursday last. It took three men to 
manage him. He was adjudged insane and taken to Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 15, 1899 pg. 8


FISCHER:  Veronica

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1844; age at last birthday, 56; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
FOLLANER:  Rosalia

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1872; age at last birthday, 29; single; place of birth, Russia
1900 Census

 
FORRESTER:  Mary

A patient in the local St. Mary?s Hospital, has been adjudged insane and will be taken to 
the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  25 October 1900

 
FOX:  Fred

Fred Fox, who came here a few weeks ago and has been employed at various places in the city, was adjudged
insane and committed to the asylum at Oshkosh Tuesday. Fox had been drinking heavily of late and his mind had 
become affected. Monday an insanity inquiry was conducted but the condition of the man made it impossible to 
determine the malady and a second inquiry was ordered. This was the conclusive in establishing the fact that he 
was demented and commitment was ordered.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  17 December 1902
**********
Fred Fox, a resident of our city for a few weeks, had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  18 Dec. 1902
**********
Fred Fox had been released from the state mental facility in Oshkosh as being healed following a 8-mo. confinement, 
became suicidal again Sun. and had to be returned there.
Der Nord Westen  01 October 1903

 
FRAZIER:  Mrs. Carl

Had to be taken this morning to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  06 December 1900


FREDERICHS: Otto

OTTO FREDERICHS RELEASED FROM ASYLUM.
Otto Frederichs of Cato, who had been confined in the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh and at the Manitowoc county asylum here, 
for more than two years as an insane patient, was granted his liberty by an order of the probate court issued on Saturday. 
A jury had declared him sane and competent to manage his own affairs. He has been reinstated in possession of his property rights.
In 1902 Frederichs was a resident of the town of Cato, where he was in possession of a 40 acre farm on which he made his home. 
His actions led some of his neighbors to believe that he was of unsound mind. Accordingly an application was made to have 
him placed in custody at an asylum, whereupon an examination was held with the result that Frederichs became an inmate of 
the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh. At that time he offered no resistance to his commitment. a few months ago he was returned 
from Oshkosh and committed to the Manitowoc county asylum. Although his mental condition had apparently improved since the 
time of his commitment at Oshkosh, he was pronounced incurably insane at the time of his removal to the county asylum. 
Recently friends who had visited him at the l ocal asylum expressed the belief that he was of sound mind or at least 
sufficiently so to warrant his release. A demand was made for an examination and the court summoned two physicians, who 
expressed the opinion that Frederichs should not be released. The latter then demanded a jury inquiry, as provided by law, 
and the result was that he was granted his liberty.
While the physicians admitted that Frederichs' mental condition was improving under treatment at the hospital and that he 
would probably recover entirely, they advised his retention at the asylum for several months longer. Many witnesses were 
summoned. Atty. Edward S. Schmitz appeared for Frederichs. The jury did not agree with the physicians. After hearing the 
case and without leaving the room, they gave a unanimous verdict that the patient had sufficiently recovered to be granted 
his freedom at once. While the jury was to consist of six members, one was excused by the court at the time the case was 
called and it was agreed that the case could be heard by five jurors.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 29, 1904  pg. 1


FREDERICK:  Otto

LONELY LIFE DROVE HIM INSANE Otto Frederick, Recluse at Clarks Mills Committed to Asylum Loneliness 
of his life drove Otto H. Frederick, who for several years has lived as a recluse in the vicinity of Clarks Mills, insane 
and he was Friday, upon examination by physicians, committed to the Northern Hospital for insane at Oshkosh for 
treatment. Frederick is 46 years of age and his mind has been affected for years, insanity only taking violent form of
late. He was at one time a well known miller of the county and is unmarried.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  15 February 1902

 
FREE:  Wilhelmine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1846; age at last birthday, 54; 
married; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
FRITSCH:  Mary

TROUBLES UNBALANCE A MIND Aged Gibson Woman Goes Insane Over Calamities A sad case came up in 
county court today that clearly exemplified the tragedy that often marks the course of human life. An aged lady, residing
in the town of Gibson, Mrs. Mary Fritsh by name, was examined and was adjudged insane. Her story is indeed a sad 
one and merits the sympathy of all. Some months ago the lady lost her husband and soon after financial difficulties 
overtook the family and the worry and trouble resulting from her calamities have unbalanced her mind. Friends have 
noticed for some time that Mrs. Fritsh has not acted in a sane manner and the examination was thought to be advisable. 
The patient was committed to the county. She is sixty one years of age and aside from her mental affliction has other 
physical ailments incident to her age.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  07 August 1900
**********
61-yr. old Mrs. Mary Fritsch was admitted to the local mental facility on Tues.
Der Nord Westen  09 August 1900


FUERST

An old man named Fuerst was brought to the city on Tuesday from Two 
Rivers by Charles Willert and Joseph Roemer.  He is insane.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 3, 1888


[G]


GARDNER:  Clarence

GARDNER BOY COMMITTED TO THE ASYLUM The sanity commission appointed by County Judge 
Chloupek to make an investigation into the condition of Clarence Gardner, a twenty year old young man who 
was taken into custody here by the police, found him far from normal and as a result of the report submitted the 
man was committed to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh for treatment. He was taken to the institution today. 
Gardner made a frank confession of his shortcoming but failed to remember specific instances which were asked 
about by the police although he said he might have been the guilty party. His arrest clears up a large number of 
complaints filed by north side residents. Gardner told the police that he never did anything but peep and make a 
show of himself.
Manitowoc Herald News  18 January 1928


GASPAR:  Hanna

A widow in Maple Grove, has been taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  05 August 1909
 

GATERMAN:  Frederek

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1853; age at last birthday, 47; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


GATES: Peter

City and County:
Peter Gates of the town of Two Rivers was brought to the city last week, violently insane. It was found necessary 
to tie him to the sleigh. The cause of his insanity is said to be troubled with a neighbor about a line fence. 
He was taken to the Oshkosh Asylum on Monday by Sheriff Muth.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 18, 1897  pg. 3
 

GATES:  Peter

Of Town Two Rivers was unconditionally released from the mental facility in Oshkosh on Thurs. last week.
Der Nord Weston  24 June 1897
 
 
GENERAL:  Frantz

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1856; age at last birthday, 44; single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


GLUNDER:  August

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1870; age at last birthday, 30; single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


GOEKE: Wilhelmina

Committed to the Asylum.
Last Thursday morning Mrs. Wilhelmina Goeke of the town of Newton was examined as to her mental condition before 
Judge Chloupek. She was pronounced insane and was taken to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh Thursday afternoon by 
Sheriff Pellett. The patient is forty-seven years of age. Her mind has been affected for several weeks.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 24, 1904  pg. 8
 
 
GOLDEN:  Wm.

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1851; age at last birthday, 49; single; place of birth, Canada
1900 Census

 
GOODHEW: Clara

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Clara Goodhew, alleged insane. Hearing had on the 17th day of November, 1936, and said
Clara Goodhew was committed to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago, Wisconsin for a
period of thirty days observation and at the end of the thirty days observation period,
the same was extended for another thirty days. Physicians: Dr. A.J. Shimek $4.20.
Dr. Chas. H. Barnstein $6.00.

 
GRAUMMAN:  Henry

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1872; age at last birthday, 28; 
single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


GRAYCAREK, ROSE

Rose Graycarek of Gibson was adjudged insane in probate court Tuesday and taken 
to Oshkosh. It is believed that she lost her reason over the tragic death of her brother 
Joseph who committed suicide at Maribel last week.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 29, 1913 P. 8


GRUBER: Joseph
Joseph Gruber of Gibson was adjudged insane by Judge Anderson and was taken to 
Oshkosh. Gruber became violent when the depot was reached and it became necessary 
to secure extra assistance to manage him. He had to be manacled.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, December 17, 1896  pg. 3


GRUNDY:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1854; age at last birthday, 46; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census
 

GUILFOYLE:  Cornelius

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1868; age at last birthday, 32; single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


GULLICKSON

Sheriff Bibinger took an old lady named Gullickson to the Oshkosh Asylum on 
Tuesday.  He brought back five incurables.  He will bring the remaining five 
which the county is required to take, in a few days.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 24, 1884
 

[H]



HAGEMANN:  Adolph

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1861; age at last birthday, 39; single; place of birth, New York
1900 Census

 
HAGEN:  Thomas

Of Maple Grove, a patient in the state mental facility in Oshkosh, has been transferred by the authorities to the 
county mental facility as unlikely to improve.
Der Nord Westen  12 March 1908


HALPNA:  Rodney

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1862; age at last birthday, 38; single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census
 

HAMPTON: Jas.

Sheriff Bibinge took Jas. Hampton, the Eighth street grocery man, to the 
insane asylum at Oshkosh last Saturday.  Mr. Hampton's ailment has been 
growing on him for some weeks past, but the malady did not assume a 
serious nature until last Friday, when he attempted to shoot himself.  His 
friends becoming alarmed, they though it advisable to have him confined 
where he will be unable to harm either himself or others.  It is to be hoped 
that his malady will prove only of a temporary nature.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 24, 1884

 
HANENSTEIN:  John

John Hanenstein, a farmer of the town of Mishicott, was today adjudged insane and committed to the Northern 
hospital at Oshkosh. He is 47 years of age and married. The physicians ascribe his condition to heriditary (sic) causes.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  25 May 1901
*****
John Hanenstein, Farmer in Town Centerville, has been adjudged to be insane by the County Court and has been 
turned over to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  30 May 1901
*****
Haennstein Judged Insane
John Haennstein, is a farmer of the town of Mishicot, was adjudged insane and committed to the Northern hospital 
at Oshkosh. He is 47 years of age and married. The physicians ascribe his condition to hereditary causes.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, May 30, 1901 pg. 1


HEALY:  Maggie

Miss Maggie Healy of Cooperstown was brought to the city on Saturday 
last and adjudged insane.  She was taken to Oshkosh on Monday by 
Sheriff Bolen.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 3, 1888


HANSEN: Henry

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Harry Hansen, re-examination. Hearing had on the 10th day of December, 1936, and said
Henry Hansen was adjudged insane and returned to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago,
Wisconsin, for further treatment. Physicians: Dr. A.P. Zlatnik, $5.60, Dr. L.J.
Moriarty $5.60.


HANSEN:  RASMUS

A sailor who was resident here but employed in Green Bay. was reported to be missing there and it was feared 
that he may have met with an accident. Instead he arrived here, behaving so oddly that the authorities examined 
him and then sent him to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. The 52-yr. old man was said to have believed that 
he was the captain of a passenger liner and was trying to arrange a trip to his native Norway with his whole family.
Der Nord Westen  29 August 1901

 
HANSON:  Hans

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1864; age at last birthday, 36; single; place of birth, Norway
1900 Census


HANSON:  Mary

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 182?; age at last birthday, ??; place of birth, Norway
1900 Census
 
 
HARRINGTON:  Tim

We learn through the Chronicle that Tim Harrington, a former resident 
of Two Rivers, has been adjudged insane and sent to the asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 16, 1880


HARMS:  Amelia

Amelia Harms, a town of Newton woman, aged 42, was committed to the Northern Asylum at Oshkosh 
by probate court. The woman is said to have changed since a divorce action a few years ago and lately 
her condition has been serious. The woman refuses to eat and will not talk. She has a child of four.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., May 1, 1907
*****
A resident of Town Newton, has had to be sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  09 May 1907


HARTEL: (no name)

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1860; age at last birthday, 40; married; place of birth, New York
1900 Census


HELMUTH, MRS. WILLIAM

Sheriff Thomas Brennan took Mrs. William Helmuth and her daughter 
Gladys, a five year old girl, to the home for feeble minded at 
Chippewa Falls today. The mother and three children are now cared 
for. Recently the four children of the family were taken away.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 21, 1919 Page 3

 
HEMPTON: James

Dr. Wegge, formerly superintendent of the Oshkosh asylum, is in court today and will give expert 
testimony regarding James Hempton's sanity.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 29, 1899 pg. 7

 
HENTGIN:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1830; age at last birthday, 70; married; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
HERIAN:  John

Of Two Rivers had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh some months ago. He returned home a few 
weeks ago as a test, but Sat. the unfortunate man had to be returned to Oshkosh because of a suicide attempt.
Der Nord Westen  01 Feb 1900
*****
John Herion an inmate of the Oshkosh asylum accompanied his wife home last week, though not granted 
a leave of absence. While home he became violent and an attendant from the asylum came after him and 
took him away Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 1, 1900 pg. 8


HERMAN:  Frances

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1870; age at last birthday, 30; 
married; place of birth, Illinois
1900 Census
 
 
HESSL: WALTER

Walter Hessl (sic), 41, who had previously been at the Northen hospital, 
was recommitted yesterday by Judge Chloupek in probate following report 
of physicians on his condition. Hessel is said to have taken long trips 
into the country, wandering about and his peculiar actions led to 
complaint being made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 16, 1916 P.3
*********
(1880 Kossuth census:
Jackob Hessel age 35; wife Elisabeth age 34; Anna E. age 7; Walter F. age 5)
(1900 Kossuth census:
Jacob Hessel age 51; wife Caroline age 47 children 6/5 living; 
Robert age 23; Mary age 17)
(Note: I think the 1880 and 1900 census are the same family)

 
HILBERT

The county judge has been notified that the insane from this county 
which have been provided for at Milwaukee, must be removed from 
there as all the accommodations supplied there are no more than 
sufficient for the insane of Milwaukee county.  There are four persons:  
Day, Paulsen, Erickson and Hilbert, who must be returned to the 
inadequate quarters furnished by Manitowoc.  The county board will 
be forced to do something toward providing for the incurable insane 
of the county.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, Aug. 18, 1881


HILLFORD:  Chas.

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1870; age at last birthday, 30; 
single; place of birth, New Brunswick
1900 Census
 

HODEK:  Joseph

A farmer residing in Tn. Gibson, was recently declared insane and sent to Oshkosh. He is a fine man but had so 
many financial troubles recently that he lost his mind.
Der Nord Westen  18 January 1900
*****
John Hodeck of Gibson was brought before Judge Anderson on Monday and was declared insane, and was 
taken to Oshkosh by Sheriff Lehrmann. He recently bought a farm and for the last few months got to worrying 
about paying for it. His mind became unbalanced from the worry.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 18, 1900 pg. 5
*****
Of Cooperstown will be delivered to the mental facility in a few days. His sister, Mrs. Kraycarek, about whose mental 
illness we recently reported, died before she would be taken to Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  12 July 1900
*****
Joseph Hodek Of Gibson had to be taken back to the mental facility from which he had recently been furloughed.
Der Nord Westen  22 November 1900
*****
Joseph Hodek, who had been at the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh since January, 1900, was returned here last week. 
The case was brought to the attention of the probate court. Another patient of the same name, who was a resident 
of Cooperstown, was returned from Oshkosh and placed in custody at the local asylum a few weeks ago.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 29, 1904  pg. 5

 
HODEK:  Josephine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1866; age at last birthday, 34; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
HOFFMANN:  Ida

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1858; age at last birthday, 42; single; place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
HOFFMANN: John

John Hoffmann, from the Seventh ward  was adjudged insane in probate court Friday 
and was taken to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh Monday. Deputy Sheriff Cisler was in 
charge of the patient who has been causing trouble for his family for some time. He is about 
50 years of age.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 27, 1913 P. 5

 
HOLZ:  Anna

An 86-year old resident of Kellnersville, was admitted to the local mental facility Thursday.
Der Nord Westen  30 August 1906

 
HOPE:  Maria

Maria Hope of this city was adjudged insane on Friday and sent to the Oshkosh Asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 2, 1897  pg. 4
*****
Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1863; age at last birthday, 37; single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census

 
HORAN: MRS.

Sheriff Murphy took two insane persons to the Oshkosh asylum last 
week-Martin Mahnke of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Horan of Cato.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 13, 1882

 
HORN:  Walter

A 26-yr. old resident of Town Manitowoc Rapids, became suicidal and had to be sent to the state mental 
facility in Oshkosh. His mother is also disturbed and has been an inmate of the local mental facility.
Der Nord Westen  21 March 1901


HOTSACK:  Gustav

A young man about whom we reported last week as arriving here sick and entering St. Mary's Hospital, has 
been adjudged mentally ill and was admitted to the local mental facility.
Der Nord Westen  17 October 1907
*****
Local and Personal:
Gust Hostak of Cooperstown, aged 28 years, had been adjudged insane and will be kept at the county asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 17, 1907 pg. 5
 
 
HOTTELMANN:  Fritz

Who had been living in St. Louis, recently returned to his home city of Manitowoc. However, it soon became 
apparent that he was a disturbed individual, and his relatives arranged for his transport to the mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  14 January 1892


HOTTELMANN:  Rudolph

On Fri., he had to be returned to the mental facility in Oshkosh. He was on furlough, but his condition worsened.
Der Nord Westen  02 August 1894
 

HOWE:  Mary

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1840; age at last birthday, 60; married; place of birth, Ohio
1900 Census


HRDINA: Wenzel

WENZEL HRDINA OF THE TOWN OF GIBSON GOES INSANE AND ASSAULTS HIS WIFE
Wenzel Hrdina, aged forty-five, a prosperous farmer residing in the town of Gibson, assaulted his invalid 
wife with a hatchet or knife as she lay in her bed at the family home early last Sunday morning. She was 
frightfully cut and bruised about the head and body, and but little, if any, hope is held out for her recovery.
The perpetrator of the heinous deed had been suffering from failing mentality for some time, and was 
violently insane at the time of the assault.
It is said that the maniacal act was prompted by a groundless jealousy.
There is a family of five children. The oldest child is a youth of twenty-one. He was sleeping with his father 
Saturday night. About four o'clock Sunday morning he was awakened by a noise. He saw his father leave 
the house. A few minutes later the insane man reentered the house. The youth, fearing that something was 
wrong, went to his mother's room, and there saw his mother lying unconscious on her bed, in a pool of her 
own blood. It was apparent that the mother was near the verge of death. One cheek was badly crushed and 
mutilated. There was a fracture of the skull. One ear was nearly severed. There were several other wounds 
about the head and the body was also bruised and cut.
When the youth discovered the deed, he saw his father standing calmly at the bedside, contemplating the 
direful act of his maniacally directed hands.
Neighbors were horridly apprised of what had happened a the Hrdina home, and a physician was summoned 
from Mishicot. The doctor, however, could not arrive until about seven o'clock. In the meantime, the young 
man, assisted by the other children, had given such "first aid" as the emergency demanded. The sufferer did 
not regain consciousness until after her wounds had been dressed. When she became conscious, she asked 
what had happened, and was told that her husband had assaulted her.
At this writing Mrs. Hrdina is hovering at the verge of dissolution. She is forty-three years old.
The maniac was promptly taken into custody and was brought to the city. He was taken into the county court 
and was there examined as to his mental condition. He was adjudged insane and was committed to the Northern 
asylum at Oshkosh Monday morning.
No criminal charge will be lodged.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 24, 1907 pg. 1


HROMEK:  Anton

Who has tried suicide several times, has been sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh by County Judge Anderson.
Der Nord Westen  28 February 1901
 
 
HULLOWAY:  Kate

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1871; age at last birthday, 29; single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


HUSA:  Frank

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1861; age at last birthday, 39; single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census
 

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IHLENFELDT:  William

INSANE MAN MADE HIS ESCAPE Former Two Creeks Resident Leaves Hospital at Oshkosh A cunning 
escape from confinement in the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh and a return to his former home at Two Creeks 
alarmed the friends of William Ihlenfeldt who were apprehensive of danger from the prisoner being at large. Ihlenfeldt, 
who was committed to the (sic) three years ago, suffering from violent form of mania, made his escape a few days 
ago and Thursday arrived at Two Creeks. Officers in the city were immediately notified and the unfortunate man is 
now in the custody of Sheriff Burtt And will be returned to the institution where he has been receiving treatment. 
The patient is 32 years of age and single and his early affliction is said to have been due to financial troubles.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  17 January 1902


[J]


JAGODINSKI:  Frank

7th Ward resident, was adjudged insane in county court and sent to the state mental 
facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  17 November 1900
**********
Frank Jagodinski, a Seventh Ward resident who was at one time 
an inmate of the northern hospital for the insane at Oshkosh, 
and who was released on parole has been recommitted to the 
institution and was taken there to-day. Jagodinski, who is 45 
years of age and the father of a family, became very violent 
Saturday night and frightened his family to the extent that 
the police protection was asked.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 17, 1901, p. 4
**********
Frank Jogodinski, A resident of the 7th Ward, had to be returned to the mental facility 
in Oshkosh, from which he had recently been furloughed. Sat. evening he became so suicidal 
as well as menacing to his family that the police had to take him into custody.
Der Nord Westen  20 June 1901
*****
GOES BACK TO ASYLUM
Paroled Two Years Ago; Patient Has Again Become Violent
Paroled from the Northern Asylum for Insane at Oshkosh two years ago, apparently 
much improved from the attack which twice made him an inmate, Frank Jagoinsky, a 
Southside resident has again become violent and will be recommitted, officers of the 
asylum having been notified to return him. Jagoinsky has, during the last few days, 
endangered the life of his family and has become dangerous to be free. He was 
committed twice and was released the last time in June, 1902. As the two years have 
not elapsed since his release, no examination is necessary to recommit him.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Mar. 23, 1904
**********
Frank Jagodinski, A 7th St. resident here who has twice been in the state mental facility 
in Oshkosh, was recently returned there.
Der Nord Westen  31 March 1904


JAGODINSKI:  Joseph

A resident of Manitowoc?s 7th Ward, has been declared mentally ill and sent to the state 
mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  12 August 1909

 
JANA:  Frank

A 25-year old who lives near Branch, has been mentally disturbed for many years but was considered to be 
harmless. Tuesday evening he became violent, drove his mother and other family members out of the house and 
set his clothing afire. He was quickly overpowered and taken to the local mental facility. Yesterday Judge Chloupek 
sent him to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  11 June 1908

 
JANACEK:  Dorothea

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 183?; age at last birthday, ??; 
married; place of birth, Bohemia
1900 Census

 
JANECEK, MRS.

Mrs. Janecek, recently conveyed to the insane asylum from this county, 
has so fully recovered that she will be returned home very shortly.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, October 13, 1881

 
JANACEK:  Wenzel

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1848; age at last birthday, 52; 
married; place of birth, Bohemia
1900 Census

 
JANOWSKY:  Michael

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, Unknown; age at last birthday, Unknown; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census

 
JARDINSKI:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, Unknown; age at last birthday, Unknown; single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census

 
JAY:  Byron

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1851; age at last birthday, 49; single; place of birth, New York
1900 Census

 
JERRISON:  Lars

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1850; age at last birthday, 50; single; place of birth, Norway
1900 Census

 
JOHNS:  Catherine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1845; age at last birthday, 55; 
single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


JOHNSON:  Andrew

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1864; age at last birthday, 46; widower; 
place of birth, Sweden
1900 Census


JOHNSON:  Anna

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1867; age at last birthday, 23; married; place of birth, England
1900 Census


JOHNSON: John C.

John C. Johnson was adjudged insane yesterday and was taken to Oshkosh this morning.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 15, 1898  pg. 2

 
JOHNSON:  Matilda

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1864; age at last birthday, 46; married; place of birth, Sweden
1900 Census


JONAS:  Arthur & Bertha

Of Rockland were taken to the local mental facility as being feeble minded.
Der Nord Westen  23 April 1908


JONES:  Martin

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1859; age at last birthday, 41; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


JUDGE:  Mary

Mary Judge of Newton lately became insane and was brought to the city 
for examination.  She will be sent to the asylum at Oshkosh.  She was 
at the asylum some years ago but had improved so much that she was 
discharged.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 21, 1888


JUEDES:  Louis

A 22-year old resident of Maple Grove who has been afflicted with epilepsy, suddenly became suicidal and was 
brought to County Court, from where he was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  25 July 1907
*****
Local and Personal:
Louis Jueds, a young man from Maple Grove, aged 22 years, was adjudged insane in county court last 
Friday and taken to the Insane Asylum at Oshkosh. He has been subject to epileptic fits for several years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, July 25, 1907 pg. 5
*****
Notes From Maple Grove:
Louis Juedes, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Juedes, was taken to Manitowoc Friday by Deputy Willert. He was 
adjudged insane, and was taken to Oshkosh Saturday. He was 22 years of age and has suffered from 
epileptic fits for several years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, July 25, 1907 pg. 8


JUHR: Theresa
Theresa Juhr of Newton was brought to the city on Friday last and was declared 
insane by Judge Manseau. She was taken to the Oshkosh Asylum on Saturday by 
Sheriff Stephani.
Manitowoc Pilot, WI  Thursday, April 12, 1894  pg. 3


JUNG:  Jacob

Of Kiel, an elderly man, had to be sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh as mentally ill.
Der Nord Westen  26 April 1906


[K]


KAEMMERER:  Joseph

SCHOOL HILL MAN WHOSE FATHER AND BROTHER ARE INSANE IS COMMITTED TO ASYLUM 
Joseph Kaemmerer, a Schleswig farmer, residing near School Hill, was committed to the Northern hospital for 
insane at Oshkosh yesterday, making the third member of the family who has been an inmate of the institution. 
Kaemmerer's father and brother are reported to have been mentally unbalanced and it is believed that insanity is 
hereditary in the family. Kaemmerer, who is 40 years of age, has for nearly a year past had no permanent abode 
and has been sleeping in barns and straw stacks in and about the town, until town officials complained and asked 
for his examination.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  06 March 1915


KALCHEK:  Geo.

A 29-yr. old resident of Town Kossuth?was declared mentally ill today and was sent to the state mental facility 
in Oshkosh. He is suffering from a persecution complex.
Der Nord Westen  31 August 1905

 
KALTENBRUNN:  Anton

Whom we had reported to be released from the state mental facility in Oshkosh soon, 
will be furloughed on 15 October
Der Nord Westen  10 October 1907
*****
Local and Personal
Anton Kaltenbrun of St. Nazianz was brought into probate court last Friday for examination as to his sanity. 
The examination was continued Tuesday when he was adjudged insane and was taken to Oshkosh Wednesday. 
He has led a wandering life the past six months.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, August 8, 1907 pg. 5
*****
Notes From St. Nazianz:
Anton Klatenbrunn, who was taken to Manitowoc to be examined as to his sanity, was adjudged insane and 
taken to the Oshkosh Insane asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, August 15, 1907 pg. 8
*****
MAY GET OUT ON PAROLE
Anton Kaltenbrun, a native of St. Nazianz, who was cimmitted to the hospital for insane at Oshkosh over 
three months ago, wrote to Atty. Craite recently, requesting him to make an effort to secure his (Kaltenbrun's) 
release from the hospital. The attorney wrote to the state board of control asking that the Kaltenbrun case 
be investigated. A letter from the superintendent of the asylum to the board would lead one to believe that 
Kaltenbrun may be released before long. The letter is as follows:
Winnebago, Wis., Sept. 26, 1907.
Hon. Herman Grotophorst, Madison, Wis.
Dear Sir:
Yours asking for Anton Kaltenbrun is at hand. Mr. Kaltenbrun was admitted here Aug. 8, 1907. He is a man, 
a German. 36 years of age. He is a machinist. He is a mild pleasant man. He takes kindly to the life of the hospital. 
Mentally he is somewhat confused a portion of the time. He sometimes talks in a rambling inconsequential 
manner. He has not been very greatly deranged any of the time but says he was run down before he came 
here and he realized at times he was not himself. He is quite tractable here. He is always smiling and good 
natured and has improved considerably, both mentally and bodily. He has gained seven pounds in weight 
since his admission. Mr. Kaltenbrun is not particularly anxious to leave the hospital for he has never requested 
me to let him go. He told me that the Manitowoc sheriff stated to him when he was leaving Manitowoc that he 
should write to the sheriff when he wished to get out of the hospital so one day he says he wrote the sheriff 
and the sheriff' gave the letter to a lawyer. It seems he has had a sweet heart for the last five or six years and 
she has been to see him lately and I think it is probable that the sweet heart's talk has caused him to write to 
the sheriff and temporarily he had a desire to leave. He likes to talk about his sweetheart in a foolish way. It is 
probable that he could be paroled before a great while, especially if there is someone who is interested in him. 
(apart from financial considerations) and will look after him. Of course, you know the crowded condition of 
this hospital and the constant efforts I make for people to get away. Every patient we can parole is always a 
relief to us. I am sure if you come here and talk with Mr. Kaltenbrun you will conclude that he is impaired 
mentally and is a suitable person for treatment and the declaration that he was sane at the time of his 
commitment entirely unfounded.
Yours respectfully,
W. A. Gordon, Supt.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 3, 1907 pg. 1
*****
Local and Personal:
Anton Kaltenbrun was released on parole from the hospital at Oshkosh on Tuesday. He was in this city 
on Wednesday on his way home to St. Nazianz.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 17, 1907 pg. 5


KANE:  Patrick

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1842; age at last birthday, 58; 
place of birth, Ireland
1900 Census
 
 
KAPPINA:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1862; age at last birthday, 38; single; place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
KAPPING:  Christian

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1859; age at last birthday, 41; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


KAPPING:  Franz

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1865; age at last birthday, 35; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census
 
 
KATTNER:  Josephine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1871; age at last birthday, 29; single; place of birth, Poland
1900 Census

 
KAVANAUGH:  Denny

Denny Kavanaugh, of Maple Grove was brought before Judge Anderson to-day, upon petition, to be examined 
as to his sanity. He has been acting strangely of late and it was thought best to have him taken care of. He was 
taken to the State hospital at Oshkosh this afternoon by Sheriff Muth
Manitowoc Daily Herald  18 November 1898


KAVANAUGH: Dennis

Dennis Kavanaugh of Maple Grove was adjudged insane on Friday last and was taken to the asylum by Sheriff Muth on Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 24, 1898  pg. 5

 
KEDNEA:  Mike

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1856; age at last birthday, 44; married; place of birth, England
1900 Census

 
KEHLENHOEFER:  Frank

A 17-year old who is retarded and half blind, has been sent by Judge Chloupek to the state facility for the feeble 
minded in Chippewa Falls.
Der Nord Westen  18 June 1908

 
KELLY:  Edward

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1876; age at last birthday, 24; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
KIESLHORST:  Anna

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1863; age at last birthday, 37; married; 
place of birth, Wisconsin 
1900 Census

 
KIND:  Leopold

A farmer from Gibson, was determined to be mentally ill in County Court on Saturday and was transferred to 
the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  14 June 1906

 
KINNE:  Eliza

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1839; age at last birthday, 61; single; 
place of birth, New Foundland
1900 Census

 
KINS:  Thos.

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1869; age at last birthday, 30; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census

 
KIRBY:  Michael

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1861; age at last birthday, 39; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census


KIRCHER:  Hermann

A farm hand in Town Schleswig had to be taken to the mental facility in Oshkosh. He had been furloughed from 
that institution and was a hard worker but suffered a relapse.
Der Nord Westen  31 October 1901
 
 
KIRSCHOFSKI:  Wilhelmine

Of Two Rivers was found to be mentally ill on Saturday in County Court and was sent to the state 
mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  31 December 1908


KISCHER: Herman

City and County:
Sheriff Muth took Herman Kischer of Schleswig to the Oshkosh asylum on Tuesday last. He was adjudged insane on Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 1, 1898  pg. 4


KLABECHEK:  Mary

Mary Klabechek Sent Back to Hospital From Reedsville. Papers have been issued for the recommitment of 
Mary Klabechek to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh. The patient is a resident of Reedsville and had been 
committed to the hospital for treatment. She was allowed to leave the institution on a furlough, but became violent 
and relatives asked that she be returned. This the third time that she has been committed and little hopes are 
entertained for her recovery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  22 March 1899


KLADECHECK: Mary

Mary Kladecheck of Reedsville was taken back to the Oshkosh asylum last Thursday. She was out on leave of absence and became violent.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 14, 1898  pg. 3
 
 
KLEIN:  Mrs. Carolina

Of Two Rivers appeared for examination in County Court Fri. and was found to be mentally disturbed and was 
sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  25 May 1905


KLENBAUM, OTTO

KIEL MAN IS FOUND INSANE, IS COMMITTED
Otto Klenbaum, charged with annoying children at Kiel, was found 
to be mentally unbalanced and was ordered to the Northern hospital 
at Oshkosh for treatment after an examination had been conducted in 
county court. Klenbaum, who is unmarried, was arrested last Saturday 
after several complaints had been made regarding his treatment of 
children. He is said to have taken children to the cattle yards at 
the railroad tracks and undressed them. He did not offer to harm the 
children and readily admitted his acts to the sheriff when taken into 
custody. Because of the condition of the road Sheriff Beduhn said the 
man would probably be held at the local jail for a few days.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 10, 1928 Page 5


KLINDER: August

August Klinder of Two Creeks who went insane while at Sheboygan and almost cleaned out the city hospital at that place, 
was adjudged insane by Judge Anderson and was taken to the Oshkosh Asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 20, 1897  pg. 3
*****
Deputy Sheriff Frank Muth went to Oshkosh yesterday in charge of August 
Kleneder, an insane patient who was placed in the Oshkosh asylum.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, WI  December 14, 1898  pg 4
*****
City and County:
Aug. Klinder of Two Creeks was adjudged insane and taken to the Oshkosh asylum on Tuesday by Frank Muth and August Drews.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 15, 1898  pg. 3


KLINDER:  William

A MANIAC AT 18 Two Creeks Youth Goes Insane-Over Study at School A raving maniac at the age of eighteen 
is the unfortunate condition of William Klinder a Two Creeks lad, who was Wednesday committed to the Northern 
asylum at Oshkosh. The boy has been attending school at Two Rivers and it is thought that over-studying is responsible 
for his misfortune. Early last April he exhibited signs of insanity, but recovered and not until a few days ago did his 
actions cause any alarm to relatives. Then he became very violent and it was thought best to have him examined. Drs. 
Luhmann and Thurtell pronounced him of unsound mind and recommended the treatment at the State institution. It is 
thought that the trouble may have been hereditary, but it is not considered that the boy is incurable. The case is a sad 
one and it is to be hoped that a speedy recovery may follow treatment.
Manitowoc Daily Herald  18 October 1900
**********
W.C. Klinder Of Two Creeks, a boy enrolled in the high school in Two Rivers, has been adjudged insane and must be 
taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. A brother of his is already a patient in that facility.
Der Nord Westen  25 October 1900

 
KLINGEISEN:  Frank

A farmer of Manitowoc Rapids became suicidal last week and was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. It 
required the strength of 4 men to subdue him.
Der Nord Westen

 
KNICKELBEIN:  F.

Well-known local citizen who worked at H. Esch, has had a temporary mental illness according to friends and neighbors. 
His wife died last year leaving him with a large family. On Monday of this week he was transported to the mental 
home in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  09 February 1888

 
KNUDSON:  Mrs.

Of Wayside was recently taken to the mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  13 April 1899

 
KOEBEL:  Carl

A 22-year old of Newton was taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh last week. He had been a patient there 
for 3 years, but was recently released as cured. (Article delves into the reasons for his return.)
Der Nord Westen  24 May 1906


KOEBER:  Mrs.

Who is 73-yrs. old had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. She is not dangerous but needs to be 
constantly watched, so it is impossible for a private family to care for her.
Der Nord Westen  24 September 1903


KOEBKE:  Mrs. John

Who has been ill for a long while, has had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  17 August 1905
**********
Mrs. John Koebke who was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh several months ago, 
was fully healed there 
and was brought back Tuesday by her family, sound in mind and body.
Der Nord Westen  20 September 1906


KOEPSELL, WILLIAM

William Koepsell of Kiel, was adjudged insane in probate court Monday and was committed 
to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh by order of Judge Chloupek. Koepsell is about 35 years 
of age and has been failing for a long time.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 20, 1913 P. 5


KOEVEL:  Charles

A 21-yr. old resident of Newton, had to be sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  17 September 1903


KONDELKA:  Annie

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1856; age at last birthday, 44; single; 
place of birth, Bohemia
1900 Census


KORALWOSKY:  Christ

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1843; age at last birthday, 57; married; 
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census

 
HENRY KORTAS

REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON INSANE PATIENTS
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to insane patients had and
determined since the filing of my last report November 1, 1936, up to and including 
January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Henry Kortas, alleged insane. Hearing had on the 30th day of December, 1936, and said
Henry Kortas was committed to Winnebago State Hospital at Winnebago, Wisconsin.
Physicians: Dr. George M. Hoffman $4.20, Dr. Leo J. Moriarty $5.60.

 
KORTZ:  Bernard

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1847; age at last birthday, 53; 
single; place of birth, Unknown
1900 Census


KOSLOWSKI: Anna

Anna Koslowski of Cooperstown was adjudged insane lately and sent to the Oshkosh asylum.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, May 12, 1887 pg. 3


KRAUS:  Peter

A well-to-do farmer in Town Gibson, has had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. He suffered from a 
persecution complex, and his relatives feared he would do something regrettable.
Der Nord Westen  05 February 1903
**********
Peter Kraus a  farmer in Gibson, was taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh last Feb. but had been released from 
there following an examination. He became deranged again on Thurs. last week and threatened to kill his family. According 
to the neighbors he armed himself and threatened to shoot anyone who came near him. After many futile attempts to render 
him harmless, Sheriff Pellett arrested the man.
Der Nord Westen  17 September 1903
 

KRAYCAREK:  Anna

Of Gibson, who gave birth to a child just two weeks ago, suddenly lost her mind and will be taken to 
the state mental facility in Oshkosh on Mon.
Der Nord Westen  05 July 1900
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Mrs. Kraycarek about whose mental illness we recently reported, died before she would be taken to Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  12 July 1900

 
KRIESER:  Emma

Was found to be mentally ill Friday in County Court and transferred to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  11 April 1907
*****
COMMITTED TO THE NORTHER ASYLUM
Mrs. Emma Krieser, a widow, aged forty years, was adjudged insane last Friday morning before County Judge 
Chloupek. She was committed to the Northern hospital at Oshkosh, and she was taken there by the sheriff on 
Saturday last.
Mrs. Krieser returned here two years ago from Milwaukee, whither she had gone from Manitowoc shortly 
after the death of her husband. Since the time she came back to this city she had been making her home with 
her two daughters.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 11, 1907 pg. 1


KRUEGER:  Albertine

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1879; age at last birthday, 21; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census
 
 
KUCHLER:  Jno

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; male; date of birth, 1854; age at last birthday, 46; single; 
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census


KUNZ:  Joseph

Of Town Kossuth, was found to be insane by the county judge and was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  16 February 1899
*****
City and County:
John Kunz of Kossuth was adjudged insane on Tuesday last by Judge Anderson.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 16, 1899 pg. 3
*****
Joseph Kunz, a well-known farmer of Town Kossuth, had to be taken to the state mental facility in Oshkosh. He was 
suffering from a persecution mania.
Der Nord Westen  02 August 1900 


KURTH: Charles

Kurth Sent To Oshkosh
Charles Kurth an inmate of the County Asylum was committed to the Northern Hospital for the Insane at Oshkosh by 
Judge Chloupek on Saturday. Kurth has given the authorities some trouble lately by running away. He was recently 
found near Newton, half frozen.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 14, 1904  pg. 5


KURTH:  Elisa

Of Maple Grove was found in County Court to be mentally disturbed and was sent to the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  07 December 1905
 

KURZ:  Arthur

A 25-year old of Two Rivers, formerly bookkeeper in the Two Rivers Mercantile Co., had to be sent to 
the state mental facility in Oshkosh.
Der Nord Westen  01 July 1909
 

KUTTEN:  Annie

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1871; age at last birthday, 29; single; 
place of birth, Wisconsin
1900 Census
 

KUTTIN:  Mary

Patient, Manitowoc asylum; white; female; date of birth, 1854; age at last birthday, 46; single; 
place of birth, Germany
1900 Census