This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Baraboo News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1910
Page
10
W C S Rhea of Marion New Jersey denounces the moon superstition linking full moons to fruit and potato failures. He cites a 1895 blizzard that devastated fruit trees and notes a potato demonstration under a light moon produced good yields, urging farmers to rely on records and experience rather than folklore.
Clarence H. Poe editor of the Progressive Farmer told the Heard Press Club at the University of Wisconsin that county newspapers are a key factor in improving country life. He urged farmers to write regularly for local papers or become editors to promote rural development and agricultural journalism. He said local papers reach farmers more effectively than any other method and many papers lack live agricultural columns.
Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root advertised as a universal remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues. The ad claims relief from back pain urinary problems and nocturnal urination and offers a free sample bottle and an informational book by mail to readers who mention the paper. It lists Binghamton New York as the company address and notes bottles sold by druggists.
A Boston physician advises a woman's club that proper digestion preserves health and beauty. Mi o na stomach tablets are advertised to relieve gas, sour taste, and nausea and to strengthen digestion so hearty meals don’t cause misery. Sold by Fisher Bros and druggists at 50 cents a large box with a money back guarantee.
The Catholic Knights of America will hold its annual convention in Memphis Tennessee from May 10 to 14 with delegates from nearly every state. Founded in Nashville thirty three years ago, the order has distributed over 16 million dollars to widows and orphans. The opening high mass will be led by Bishop Thomas S Byrne of Nashville with a sermon by Archbishop R J Glennon of St Louis. Sessions occur in the Tennessee state capitol senate chamber and will be greeted by the Tennessee governor and Nashville mayor.
An Evansville Illinois family testimonial endorses Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for nervous exhaustion from overstudy and illness. The ad claims the pills restore nervous energy by purifying and enriching the blood and offers a free booklet on nervous diseases. Pills priced at 50 cents per box with six boxes for 2.50.
J. B. Donovan & Co. promote Hindipo as a new kidney cure and nerve tonic with a positive guarantee. The druggists claim the remedy costs nothing if it does not benefit the user and offer a full refund if not satisfied.
April shipments at Ford's Highland Park plant totalled 3 751 cars in 23 days with a high daily output of 216 cars on April 29. May plans target 4 500 cars, while a 140 by 840 foot addition is ordered to raise capacity to 600 cars daily. Over 12 000 1910 Ford cars delivered. week ending April 30 saw 1 110 cars shipped.
Kilbourn resident reports dispute over tax collection from the power company. The village says taxes should go to the village, then to Delton town, per a rate commission. The company reportedly prefers to pay taxes to the state directly, a move the village opposes.
The funeral for Frederick Stallman was held at 11 this forenoon from John Eliber's Fifth Avenue residence with Rev. Wiesting of Greenfield Lutheran Church officiating. Pallbearers included George Gollmar, William Shale, August Ockershauser, George Weidenkopf, Samuel Briscoe, and Anton Wolkowski. Relatives visiting from away were John Stallman of Sioux Falls, George Stallman and Edward Stallman of St. Paul, Louis Stallman of Brennard, and Christine Stallman of St. Cloud.
On Tuesday May 10 1910 Mr and Mrs James Dalling hosted nearly 900 guests at 623 Ridge Street for their 25th wedding anniversary. The home glittered in silver blue with roses while a luncheon and a flower crowned cake followed a musical program. A Tennyson quotation honored the bride and gifts poured in including a roses box from Helpers Union of A C church.
H A Larson special agent in Wisconsin says the Indian population will show an increase nationwide. He notes officials cannot release exact figures but believes growth occurs in Wisconsin and across the United States due to government allowances. He cites an estimated 300000 Native Americans in the country, up from ten years ago.
Prairie du Sac News reports a woman stole eleven Rhode Island Red chicks and the hen coop from Postmaster A. H. Tarnutzer last Friday night. Tracks in the plowed ground near the hennery indicate a female suspect.
Baraboo resident Mrs. B. Fuller testifies to relief from back and kidney pains after using Dean's Kidney Pills. She notes she tried rheumatism treatments before and that the pill helped restore kidney function. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster-Milburn Co. is sole U.S. agent in Buffalo. Remember the name Dean's.
John T. Graf a Columbus Nebraska postal clerk and son of Mr. and Mrs. John Graf married last Tuesday to Miss Martha Derleth in St. Aloysius church Sark City. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Derleth. The couple will reside in Columbus. Nora Derleth sister of the bride was bridesmaid and Edward Graf brother of the groom was best man.
Rockford city council passed a new liquor ordinance last night making saloons operate after May 13. The city ends a year of dryness and bars free lunch music and games of chance. No brewery or distillery employee or stockholder may receive a permit. Bar rooms must be single rooms with no connections, tables, chairs, or dumb waiters.
George Wallaks offers a guaranteed powder paint for any color. Long lasting coating available for houses and barns with painting service provided. Located at 621 Park Street Baraboo Wisconsin.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.