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Newspaper
Mineral Point Tribune
Location
Mineral Point, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
4
A New York News report describes bluefish driving large schools of menhaden to the shore. The predatory strike chunks through the school like heavy cavalry, forcing survivors toward land and leaving many maimed or cast ashore.
The itemized snippet covers mail details on the M P and Northern railway with carrier Fred Tredin, a new store room rental in the T Hicks building, regional visits by the Glanvilles, shipment data for oats and hogs, a Mills Iowa trip, concrete foundations, railroad workers moving north, and uncertainty about a Fourth of July celebration in Linden amid rising local sentiment.
A local store advertises men’s, young men’s, boys’ and children’s wear with low prices and good values. The promotion promises a pleasing experience and worthwhile visit to the shop.
Bluffton resident Mr. M. F. Burroughs endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the best remedy for bowel trouble. He has used it for years and keeps it on hand for emergencies. For sale by Iveys Pharmacy.
Notice on property owned by Z. Oates warns trespassers will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law for hunting fishing bathing or similar activities on the premises.
A historical recap details the Mermaid Swiftsure Governor Ready and Comet wrecks from Oct 1829 to May 1830, each disaster sparing all crews. Frigates and rescue ships interlinked, with the Jupiter and Comet both sinking after saving crews, yet no lives lost in the events.
A medieval tale from Northamptonshire describes a village council meeting on water supply. Fritz the watchman sits quietly in a corner with lantern and spear, asked who watches for theft, and replies that everyone is present, implying collective vigilance.
The passage contrasts social pretension with harsh Tudor practices. It notes the fined giver and punished recipient, illustrating how custom enforces visible power and ironic misrule. The reflection underscores perception and consequence in historical social behavior.
A health note on tongue control to prevent sore throat and ulcers describes pushing the tongue down three quarters of an inch behind the tip while singing. It includes steps to keep the mouth free of obstruction, mirror practice to form a curved neck line, and gradual, repeated movements for stronger resonance and breathing technique. Also quoted is a poetic reflection on time and eternity from the Duecktown Gazette.
The text notes diatoms as tiny single celled seaweeds with motion in some forms. It recalls a Fourth of July celebration in a Canadian town with English and American guests. A witty English girl derides the American flag while Senator Hoar comments on candy and charity as universal duty and mutual aid.
John James named first assistant principal at Argyle High School and Will McDonnell appointed seventh and eighth grade teacher. Ross James visits in poor health after malaria in Indianapolis. Fanny Hosking returns from Council Bluffs to stay. Grandma Hosking accompanies her home. Jolting Fourth of July plans in Jonesdale. State food inspector warns grocers over Pure Food Law violations. John Swenson loses a horse. Wedding of Lydia A. Blanchard and Olaf Ankaltrud June 2 1906 at Perry Lutheran Church with six bridesmaids six groomsmen and two flower girls. 500 guests at bride’s uncle Knudt Kleppa’s home for a lavish reception in Moscow.
John R. Tory announces sale of his business to W. W. Huxtable George S. Huxtable and W H Tony and that the venture will operate as The Tony Grocery Company He thanks patrons and notes he will settle any accounts and may be at the store to do so on June 4 1906.
Janesville Dye Works offers dry cleaning for ladies waists kid gloves and dresses while preserving trimmings, plus dry cleaning pressed or dyed gent's clothing party robes organdies silks carpets and rugs dyed all shades. A F Dresden merchant tailor is listed as local agent.
Two men discuss social advantage and prior romance as they reflect on character. The exchange notes that one man married the same girl the other loved, illustrating themes of propriety and integrity echoed by a quotation from Shaftesbury.
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