20 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Mineral Point Tribune
Location
Mineral Point, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1902
Page
1
The article notes a push toward muslin underwear as a key item this season, highlighting fabric choices and likely consumer demand. It emphasizes lightweight, breathable garments and a focus on comfortable fits.
Local items report fresh oysters at Hendra's Grocery and various small notices. Mrs Susie Bottomley visiting relatives in the city. John B Wallis travels to Chicago to join his wife. Oscar Ferrell and Jessie Polkinghorn wed in town. Gov La Follette proclaims Arbor Day May 9. Others plan trips to Oklahoma Texas coast and Milwaukee for events and markets.
In a fond recalling of last year’s surprise party at Major and Mrs Geo Jeuck, about 50 guests arrived with baskets and gifts amid feasting and celebration. Captain Philip Lawrence, veteran of Bull Run, attended as guest of honor. A second surprise followed at Comrade and Mrs D E Jacobs home in Dodgeville with 36 guests, a repeat performance and similar festivities. Meanwhile Mineral Point Telephone Co publishes a new directory and highlights 178 phones in use with Dukes Prairie reach and strong line growth to 209 subs.
J. D. Martin attended the Lumbermen’s Convention in Milwaukee on Tuesday and will join the association’s excursion south for a week or ten days. Fiedler & Fiedler sold a lot in the M. M. Strong block to J. J. Heathcock of Linden who plans to build there next summer and move to the city.
A seller offers several choice farms for sale in Town and Lafayette counties with some rental options. The land is pitched as a money maker with long terms and low interest. Signed VF BE DAVISSON.
John H. Padon, a skilled mechanic, died Monday evening from uremic convulsions linked to Bright’s disease. He leaves a widow and five children facing the loss, while community sorrow is expressed for the bereaved family.
March auctions of farm stock machinery and produce near Mineral Point with details on horses cattle logs and farm supplements. Sales include Joseph Gordon & Sons Poland China sows to Moscow Idaho and 8. C. Ross barn sale featuring 20 horses and 12 cows. Mail service updates improve Chicago correspondence and same-day replies.
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