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Newspaper
Ladysmith News Budget
Location
Ladysmith, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1908
Page
2
A Ladysmith publisher notes a campaign lie on the eve of the election and urges readers to investigate. The notice mentions three hundred Chicago families moving to northern Wisconsin and predicts population shift as immigration increases.
The piece argues that capable officials can harm you if they serve your opponents and notes no discount on the electability of candidates who claim to work for the people against the “gang.” The tone warns voters to scrutinize leaders and supports reform-minded contenders.
B J Castle of Madison resigns after 19 years in office to travel to Northern Wisconsin and urge voters to return Hon John J Jenkins to Congress. He earned 1890 dollars annually in Madison and may have remained in office for life. The Letter questions why and who funds him.
In Flora Star's Glen edition the editorial endorses J. W. Carow for district attorney citing an anti graft platform and duties to audit officers' bills. It questions opponent Andersen's stance, suggesting he has not declared opposition to the gang and urging support for reform.
A public figure risks harm to reputation when made to misstate known facts, as errors become campaign liabilities and invite criticism from opponents and media scrutiny. The passage emphasizes consequences of factual errors in political messaging.
The puff for A N Andersen claims opponent Carow has been in the county only a few months. In fact Carow has made Ladysmith home for over a year and a half and intends to stay. He paid county taxes this year and built a fine River View Heights residence to show permanency.
Wisconsin Equity News says Congressman Jenkins faces a tough re election fight. It questions his record and suggests a house change if he cannot justify his actions to voters. It notes endorsements for Hobson and Buck McGinnis are irrelevant to Jenkins’s accountability.
Preparations start for a major Good Roads Convention with Ex-Governor Hoard as president from last year's first state gathering. Officials expect larger attendance as towns nominate farmers for delegates and discuss the constitutional amendment to fund road building in November elections.
The committee aims to make this convention better than last year and plans to give each delegate who desires it a chance to discuss any questions under consideration. The meeting moves from the State Fair Grounds to a large downtown hall, with the venue to be announced later.
A letter from H C Mcray for Mr Jenkins requests postal officials to provide a list of German speaking patrons, a direct violation of postal laws. The excerpt cites section 549 paragraph 3, warning against sharing mail recipient names. LENROOT COMMITTEE comments deem the tactic instructive about the campaign.
One major steamship line has expanded its medical staff with trained nurses aboard its vessels. This creates a sea career for nurses and may prompt other lines to follow suit, making nurses an essential complement to ship doctors for first class passengers.
Mrs. Torkins urges Charley to save for a yacht to fund household needs claiming winning races can quickly yield silver cups and other items. The exchange reflects a whimsical plan tied to contests and prizes.
The Boyd Times-Herald argues Lenroot is the better choice for Congress in the Eleventh district, contrasting his record with Jenkins. It claims Lenroot champions reducing trusts, regulating railroads, and government reform, while Jenkins serves big interests. It endorses Lenroot as the candidate for the common people.
A reader learns muff beds are not beds but the inner part of a muff. The double walled bag, filled with down, is shaped to suit the muff style. Furriers finish with lining and fur. Factories in New York produce thousands annually for future muffs.
An ad notes a semi colonial mahogany Lyon & Healy piano in near mint condition from a private owner. It invites inquiries to Lyon & Healy at 77 Adams Street Chicago for illustrations and low net pricing on used pianos with 30 day sales agent discounts. uprights quoted from 100 to 175 dollars.
The couple banter about tempers as the bride asserts steady devotion. He concedes, promising not to exhaust her, while she quips she enlisted in the war and remains unshaken despite moments of crossness.
W H H Ingle of Ladysmith Wisconsin testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved his wife’s backache and rheumatism after a neighbor’s suggestion. He later used them himself with complete relief and endorses the remedy as acting to its representations. Sold by Mooney's Pharmacy for 50c. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is sole U.S. agent.
The owner asks for a recommendation from the chauffeur's last employer. The chauffeur cannot provide one yet, explaining the former employer is in hospital and a month or so is needed to obtain a note.
A humorous exchange shows a tramp thanking a passerby for sixpence leading to his arrest. The pair discuss politeness and consequences in a muddy street scene. The credit line suggests a moral about manners and law enforcement.
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