Fragments from a Busy Northern Town Page
Local notes mention Christmas planning, small births and injuries, church services, a hay press purchase, weather hints, wood markets, and various community happenings. It records minor incidents, shop notices,/dance events, and a few names such as Kisiga, Hang Rasmussen, and Prank Glimpse among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hors’s
Stierle Bros
Albert Kisiga
Hang Rasmussen
M. EB
Superior
Wan
Little
B.A. Press
T. Shumway
Pitsville
Woolcomney
Jewler
Ashwnee
Duesday Wuburi
Converene
Dewey
Wistoris
Tumbermin
Hardwood Association
Meekler
Vlore
Wolves Rampage Reported Across Northern Wisconsin
In Bayfield Washburn and Douglas counties wolves are said to be increasing despite bounty efforts. A Washburn County hunter mourned a pack that kept him prisoner before escaping with multiple kills. A Spooner young woman sought a tree refuge from wolves, while sheep calves and hogs have fallen prey. Deep snow drives wolves closer to civilization, prompting growing complaints this winter. Personal notices list locals traveling, visiting, and business mentions across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Bayfeld
Washburn
Douglas
Washbaen
Sever
Jowss Bay
Spooner
Gaara Christmas Checkers Offer From 1909 Ad
An old ad promotes Gaara Christmas Checkers listings featuring “It’s Your Move” and various men’s hem-stitched silk embroided initials, claim of being a long-time leader in hat and accessory lines, with prices seen as low as 19 cents and a surprise deal on higher valued items.
Silk mufflers on sale at budget prices
A brief shopper note highlights silk mufflers offered at 75 cents for white and 98 cents for colorful varieties, stressing affordability and value without heavy expense.
Hats Shape Matters: The Knox Delivers Correct Fit
The article highlights hats where shape beats price or quality. It touts that hats are only valued when their form is right, pointing to The Knox line offering both soft and stiff shapes to meet exact headshape preferences and style needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox
Laemle's Shirts Promises Quality And Style
Caps note Laemle's name inside worn by well dressed men and boys. Best goods, latest styles, lowest prices. Four combinations that can't be beat, made right and offered in abundance. People say when a shirt is big enough and not to be altered, they shop at Laemle's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd Jones
Farmers’ Institute
Auburndale
Josephine
Upham’s
Steitford
Paul Kunaire
Kohl
Cal
Chamberlain
Henry Horn
W. T. Laye
Eal Lagette & Meyers Tobsazeo Co
Sir Tavis
Sui
Laemle
Laemle’s
Umbrellas and Gifts Chess Game for Christmas Day
The passage describes picking gifts from squares, using Lon brand umbrellas, and playing a game with silver checkers or money. It notes many players can join, and to win you must play with the speaker, with options to call a tie or replay a move.
Christmas stocking surprises: overcoats and underwear
A brief note highlights popular gifts for the season with emphasis on overcoats and underwear as practical stocking fillers for men and boys.
Silk lined gloves from England priced at two dollars fifty
A new silk lined glove from England is announced with the price of $2.50. The item is presented as essential for dress, warmth, and comfort, suggesting a fashionable accessory for the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Errors a Player Shou d Avoid Dont Wait Till Crowded
A humorous moral list warns against ill fitting gifts and social missteps in gift giving. It notes mismatched items such as a pin cushion for a neckwear need and a cane for an umbrella, urging considerate choices aligned with the recipient's needs.
Hosiery for Women and Men at 25 Cents
The ad touts hosiery as handy for hanging and comfort, highlighting soft warm items suitable for both women and men. It promotes a sale price of 25 cents per pair for both genders.
Collars and Cuffs Style at Local Laundry
A local laundry advertises multiple collar and cuff styles, noting that nobody can have too many. It promises new styles always available and emphasizes the need for fresh options for men.
Organising Grange Activity Expands Across Towns
Organisers from the Ohio State Grange and Patrons of Husbandry report rapid growth with about 100 members after six months. A leader announced plans to form branches in Roxville Aubur, Milladore and Hakerville with sessions scheduled over the coming days. Next week will unveil the order’s declaration of purpose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. L. Cide
Ohio State Grange
Grange
Uuabundry
Universi
Fwnners
Hale Informi Ug
Milladore
Hakervile
Fitasimmons Sharkey Fight Ends in Controversy
A chaotic eight round bout between Bob Fitzsimmons and Sharkey at a distant arena produced heavy trading of blows and a controversial finish. Both fighters were battered with Sharkey hitting the canvas late, prompting officials to rule a foul and alter the official result amid dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitasimmons
Sharkey
Wis
Bob Vitasimmons
Garis
Sharfeta
Wik
Viteanenek
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Fe da Qoud
Tusyice
Miles
Mergudon
Ads Ter
Wausau
Wood County
Lord
Emery
We Presbyterian Churen
Ladies ‘Aid Society
Pare Sonage Fund
Wausi Hs
Ami Creek
Phu Raing
Grenis
Sue
Be 1
Phitlp
Grand Rapids
Phutook
Philco
Tig County
Waylor
Leawitt
Ashland Trent
Steele Cu
Hewitt
Pr.ce
Chas, Plemb
Uphany
Duis
Nilem
Kente
Wise
Ans
Tollawse Sunday
Warren
Thuowbridge
He Ball
Syer Mr. Sex
Fee Rink
Frank Florence
Nasunally
Adier's Hall
Wb A. Kielaheima & Co
Miltia Boys
Adler's Hall
Row Ferguson
Weiland
Wausan
Lis
James Christie
Nuillsville
Vial
Christ Mayaleth
Christie
Iis Lwo Song
Nesisville
Jaises
Mies Lilli
Wau
Sais
Dan Biggins
We TE Beagh
Cudutl
Fawrer Qule
Milwauke
W. F. Flynn
Madison
B. M. Woodward
Emmagene Hayward
Racine
P. M. Hatiormp
Manitowoc
Oscar Marbes
Piiners
Charlie
Win
Gropp
Medford
Marsh
A.A. Graves
Mibwauker
Power Christensen
Oae
Wren
Oytes
Emil Pows
WILD
Laurents and Friends
West Bend
Major McPherson
Yeeflelnd
Hills
Wiliva
Nebraska
Ween Lend
We A
Oth
Slbs
Pots
Tom. Thayer
Dungseilis
B.A. Cadych
Thayer
A, OU
W. Order
Joutlis Western Ling
Port Hokers
Chicago & Northwesterns
Lon
United States
Rules OF the Game
Rep
Staley’s
Gale
Voga
Grangese
Sexton’s
Brewer & Son
Tremont
Marshield
Jon
Kinney
Dr. Brewer & Son
Chinago Avenue
Evanst
Relaias
C. M. Allen & CO
Kleinhenz & CO
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