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Newspaper
Baraboo Weekly News
Location
Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1918
Page
9
Baraboo weekly publication lists editors and proprietors E Cole and K Page. They outline subscription rates and define the newspaper’s editorial stance and contact details for readers seeking information or service.
The New Republic argues that Germany faces financial collapse without decisive victory. It claims Germany cannot restore internal affairs to prewar norms and that interest on war debts would consume national income. The piece cites merged public and private credit and warns peace without indemnities or concessions risks total financial collapse.
The Des Moines Capital notes Germany, after decades of cultivating hatred toward Great Britain, moves to placate England as it relies on treaties with Russia Ukraine Finland Roumania and others. It suggests Berlin hopes to retain conquests while seeking peace, arguing Britain will resist Germany's plan to dominate Europe.
The Chicago Daily News reports Rose Pastor Stokes, a socialist writer and speaker, found guilty on all counts of the espionage indictment. The trial drew unprecedented attention as she criticized the government, claiming it served profiteers, while the court stressed acts that undermine military morale.
Wisconsin's 70 year history is summarized from 1634 Jean Nicolet to 1917 Wisconsin’s role in World War I. Key milestones include early exploration, statehood steps from 1824 bills, Black Hawk War, 1836 Madison Capitol, 1848 Constitution, Nelson Dewey as first governor, and 1861 Union support, ending with 1898 Spanish American War troops and 1917 WWI effort.
President Wilson declares a universal mission to defend democracy and political liberty. He asserts no selfish aims nor conquests, seeking only to secure human rights and the freedom of nations through sacrifice and faith.
The Madison Democrat editorial asserts Grace Lusk is vindicated by the conviction of her crime. It argues she was an innocent, morally upright woman ruined by Dr. Roberts who lured her, and that her punishment is deserved while the real guilt lies elsewhere.
A description traces Wisconsin from its indigenous roots through French and English control to its entry in the Northwest Territory and eventual statehood, noting the long and storied path to becoming part of the United States.
The message celebrates Wisconsin's development from 1848 to modern times, noting fewer counties then and seventy one now, a $3.6 billion property value, 7,000 rural schools, 7,748 miles of railway, and thriving farms, factories, and milk plants. It praises a progressive, industrious, happy people and rich scenery.
A partial list identifies former Wisconsin residents living in Sauk County before statehood. Names include A. W. Foster Baraboo born 1844 P. P. Palmer Baraboo born 1843 Mrs. John Wiggins North Freedom born 1846 and others with Baraboo ties such as M. C. Johnson 1841 and S. E. King 1845. Also noted are residents from nearby towns and two exiles in California.
The June Red Book Magazine features Boston Blackie and His Little Pal by Jack Boyle. A film firm telegraphs for screen rights, while Al Ringling theatre manager C L Roser aims to secure a reel when ready.
Abraham Thornton a Civil War veteran and 27 year Baraboo Baptist church janitor died at Harrisville Ohio on May 19 1918 aged 76. His Ohio Belmont county roots trace to Flushing and Loganville areas where hop growing thrived before the 1860s crash.
A quoted exchange compares growth to tattoos planted in ground indicating they would not grow if removed. The dialogue emphasizes that removing the tattoo would halt its development just as removing something entrenched would stop its expansion.
Dr. Pierce of the Invalids Hotel recommends washing the kidneys by drinking six to eight glasses of water between meals. He promotes Anuric double strength at 60c, claiming it clears channels and dissolves uric acid poisons. Free medical advice and water sample examination are offered by mail.
A report notes the death of Abraham occurring within a few miles of Flushing, indicating a local Near-Flushing fatality and prompting nearby authorities to investigate the circumstances.
A Stillwater Minnesota meeting urged Mayor J. R. Kolliner and aldermen to accept a second two year term until war’s end. Resolutions praised citizens and the mayor, who manages duties with the firm Kolliner Newman and Kollinger. The piece notes Kolliner’s Baraboo roots, family, and local ice business changes.
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