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Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1909
Page
9
In the Baraboo News report readers are told that those hold-up fellows at Devil's Lake should take a rest, with the note accompanying a July 1 publication and a reference to time spans of three months, six months, and one year.
Baraboo built a commanding lead over Portage, turning a base hit into a decisive victory while Portage struggled to respond. The one sided game showcased Baraboo's strong offense and Portage's defensive lapses.
The remark suggests Walton would adopt Wisconsin fishing laws as a model for responsible angling. It frames his legacy as a guide to lawful, ethical fishing practices.
A fragmented note describes gradual fishing law violations slipping past strict enforcement like a fence near a watermelon patch. It hints at challenges in monitoring and suggests attention to compliance and oversight.
The report notes distrust of a $25 penalty for illegal fishing and mentions ongoing dispersal of a few specimens as part of the coverage.
The notice warns that continued fines for speeding could lead to many pocket books receiving dents. It emphasizes rising penalties and potential widespread financial impact on drivers.
Veterans of the First Regiment band recall years of service at Camp Douglas and share vivid stories with their grandchildren about the campaigns and daily life at the historic site.
In a peculiar scene a resident retrieves and opens an umbrella in a building, then carries it down three flights of stairs. The anecdote highlights a small moment of daily life and personal habit.
In Madison a man who abandoned his wife believed he set a good example but the sheriff intervened to resolve the situation. Authorities stated the case was handled with official procedures and the man faced ensuing legal steps.
The Baraboo area estimates about 100 automobiles worth $110,000, while 973 horses average $90 each for a total horse value near $88,000. In five years the auto market has surged past horses in cost and prominence, hinting at further change ahead.
The piece condemns Elsie Sigel’s actions and associations with Chinese men, arguing her youth and emotional nature led to her murder while blaming her mother for nudging her toward a path that ended in tragedy. It portrays a national shock at the affair and emphasizes moral judgment over investigation.
The Evening Wisconsin cites Miss Sigel's fate to warn sentimental young women that Orientals may not be guileless and that relations between the sexes diverge from American norms. It notes in other cities such warnings and social motives for Sunday school attendance, including language practice and social access.
Edward A. Steiner argues emigration benefits Europe, especially Italy Austro Hungary and Russia, by removing inefficient labor raising peasant status and living standards while educating neglected masses. He notes emigrants often improve after contact with American industry.
In Fort Atkinson ex-Governor W. D. Hoard told onlookers at the First Methodist Church that cattle in Hoard barns sleep in better air in winter than most Fort Atkinson residents. Dr. Harvey Dee Brown of the Wisconsin Anti Tuberculosis Association supported the claim, urging farmers to ventilate sleeping rooms and factories. He warned that closed windows raise tuberculosis risk, urging fear of indoor air stagnation over night air.
Dyspepsia proclaimed America's curse cured by Bur dock Blood Bitters which purports to purify, tone the stomach, and aid digestion. Dean's Ointment claims relief for piles and chronic conditions, while Dean's Regulats cure constipation with no griping. Dr. Thomas Electric Oil promises pain relief.
Charles H. Bair bought the Scanlon farm for 2500 dollars. The 99 acre property east of the Butterfield bridge along the Baraboo river at the Lower Narrows belonged to Joseph Connors, son of Mrs. Jerry Scanlon, aged 17. Judge Kelsey approved the sale with funds to be held until the heir comes of age amid ongoing litigation.
George Carpenter proprietor of the Carpenter Lumber Company purchased 10 000 pounds of wool this season. He was very ill but recovered after taking Hibollister's Rocky Mountain Tea.
Henry Von Hiddeson leaves Madison for Stoughton after leaving Fisher Brothers in Baraboo. Alexander and F P Nash plan Utah relocation from Colorado due to Nash’s road career. O E Follette family relocates from Lake Geneva to Geneva Jet to open a thriving restaurant, drawing Baraboo friends’ good wishes.
Charles Bender has placed a new walk around the county jail. The work is first class and will withstand the restless trend of many criminals as they move to their cells and then seek freedom.
Mrs C E Barstow at 444 Austin Ave Chicago writes that a good newspaper is like a letter from home especially for someone far from friends. She praises the pictures of familiar faces and places as more interesting than life nearby.
A terse Gothic line warns of a warden’s shadow over a rural riverbank. Fishermen scatter at the approach of the officer as suspicion and fear ripple through the quiet roadside landscape.
The Mendota hospital’s superintendant and Mrs. Charles Gorst sent a program for the American Association for the Study of the Feeble Minded meeting at Chippewa Falls from June 21 to 23. Noted speakers include Dr. W. N. Bullard Boston Dr. C. B. Davenport New York Dr. W. E. Fernald Waverly Mass and Dr. Goddard Vineland N J among others. The topic draws heavy interest from workers in the field.
H A Nieman will move to Dousman next Monday to run a six mile Chicago and Northwestern line with a cement factory terminal. He will operate twice daily without a fireman, handling roles from call boy to foreman as the sole crew on the road. His 19 year record remains nearly flawless.
A barn raising was held at Robert Kapelke’s farm today with neighbors assisting. Refreshments were available and several community members attended the event.
Estate matters dominated the June term with hearings on descent titles allocations of estates and administration actions. Numerous wills claims judgments and guardianships were scheduled with special term dates set for July and January hearings.
Probate notices list final settlements and hearings for multiple estates including John Zimmerman Emilie Homuth John Emer Edward Gorman and others. Guardianship issued for Robert H. Osborne with J E Lane as guardian and various orders to hear wills prove claims and file deadlines with dates July 5 July 6 Sept 7 and January 4.
Baraboo Wisconsin resident Mrs. E L Palmer reports relief from backache and kidney trouble after using Dean's Kidney Pills. She purchased them at Evenson's Drug Store and says two boxes provided full relief with no recurring issues. The pills are sold by all dealers at 50 cents with Foster Milburn Co as U S agents under the Doan's brand.
City ministers outline summer outdoor union services on the Baptist church lawn. Evening meetings will feature a platform for speakers and children, arc lighting, and live music. Attendees can expect brief talks and a large audience, starting the first Sunday in July and continuing through August with listed speakers on July 4 11 18 and 25 and August 1 8 15 22 29.
L C Stanley of Baraboo was hurled from his touring car at the Bay and Central streets corner when it struck a catch basin while turning behind a sprinkling wagon. He was only slightly bruised after being taken to Pelletier and Paquette's store. The collision damaged the car and drew a large crowd. The driver was Fred Stanley. passenger L C Stanley was brother-in-law to W D Porter.
A noon walk out at the county crusher plant aimed to push wages to two dollars a day. Foreman William Gunnison met the demand or risked further disruption, but most workers chose to quit. Four men stayed on, and Gunnison warned no wage scheme will change the county’s stance while the strike leaders misled others.
Two marriage notices list Herbert L. Smith of Ironton town and Ida Rotzell of Loganville, and John H. Miller of Reedsburg with Eva M. Rist of Reedsburg.
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