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Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1906
Page
5
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the greatest curative and preventive medicine, claiming it purifies vitalizes and enriches the blood to strengthen all organs bones and tissues. It urges readers to accept no substitute and to choose Hood's alone.
A Pittsburg contractor who threatens to slap Bob Fitzsimmons may seek a proxy for the confrontation. The item notes a subscription price line and a brief, cautious rumor about the incident.
A dated note observes Russian mobs gaining combat practice with soldiers, implying potential future utility. It also comments on Chicago events where a man casually carries three banks as pocket change, suggesting unusual incidents or symbolism.
A humorous suggestion proposes tying an ornate can with stout string to each Anna polis hazer to discourage the cowardly hazing practice, reflecting a local reaction to campus mischief.
If Congressmen lose franking privileges and other perks such as free passes and seeds, some lawmakers may despair of democratic government.
The article notes more than ten thousand bills have been introduced in Congress. It argues if every bill became law a person would need to stay awake all night to follow them, illustrating the overwhelming volume and burden of legislation.
May Yo He files for divorce from Capt. Putman Bradley Strong, noting prior discontent with supporting husbands and lack of enjoyment in that role.
Testimonial from Mrs Arthur Conklin of Battle Creek Michigan details relief from leucorrhoea headaches and weakness after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The ad asserts the medicine makes new blood and cures underlying disease rather than masking symptoms. Genuine pills available from druggists or by mail at 50 cents per box six for $2.50.
A lieutenant refuses to sit beside a private in the same theatre seat causing discontent among troops and highlighting discipline tensions within the army.
The Sauk County Historical Society records donations from Alfred Page Prairie du Sac beehive stalactites and onyx ornaments, G J Seaman photographs from near Reedsburg, 1904 Wisconsin Historical Society Proceedings, a Perkins portrait from George J. Perkins, hard clay from Aztalan by Charles E Brown, and Caleb Cook Baraboo bonds of 1200 dollars from 1854 with related papers. Cook also presents a Zachary Taylor land patent dated March 1 1850, and the society expresses gratitude for these gifts noting road-building era memories and mortgage practices of the time.
Large crowds welcomed boys and families at the Y M C A New Year’s reception. Members toured the building, heard programs by the Social Work Committee, and watched junior basketball scores 14 to 6 and 25 to 11. Evening events featured the Junior B team 25 to 2, a Choral Union Hall program, a prayer by Rev. B Forster, and remarks by F R Bentley. Refreshments served by the social committee.
Baraboo hosts Russell's entertainers January 11 and 12 at the old Catholic church for a high order programincluding two one act plays and The Middleman. E S Willard’s famed role as the old potter is highlighted. Maz quartette helps. Tickets at Barieger Drug store. Reserved 35c general 25c. Also license noted for Mike Surges of Sioux City and Lydia Stadelman of the same.
Advertisement explains neuralgia as nerve pressure causing pain and promotes Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills. Endorsed by Mrs. Wm Beckman of Erie Pennsylvania. Claims the pills relieve headaches without side effects and come with a money back guarantee. Sold by druggists at 25 cents per 25 doses. Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
A collection of short items reports visitors and travels including Mrs. J. Stott, Miss Garrie Braun, and Charles Ringling. It notes a prize dancing contest at the A. O. U. W. hall, Bank Examiner Milo Hagen in town, and Alderman Andrews considering a Chicago move. Also covered are a suicide attempt by Mrs. William S. Dollinger, hospital stay for Bennie Sturdevant, and a runaway horse injuring Miss Mayme Cummings and a near-beast incident in Beaver Wisconsin.
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