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Newspaper
Monroe Weekly Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1907
Page
3
A mature man and a young woman discuss a secret contract made by the woman's mother years earlier. The talk revolves around whether marriage to a cousin or the man would trigger the agreement. The twist resolves when the woman reveals a betrothal she has with her companion.
John Barnes resigned as chairman of the Wisconsin railroad rate commission in Madison on July 19. The move follows the Legislature’s 2 cent fare bill after the panel had set a 24 cent rate. Barnes, a Rhinelander area business and legal figure, had accepted the post as a personal sacrifice given his substantial private interests and $5,000 salary.
While searching for the body of George Westbury of Milwaukee in Lake Kegonsa, Arthur Mellum found a large pearl in a clamshell. The pearl is valued at about $100, prompting others to fish for finds.
The Home Trade league of 500000 retail merchants vows action against large Chicago and other city catalogue houses. Opponents claim these mammoth institutions drain patronage and push home merchants toward failure, reshaping towns. The league comprises commercial associations across Illinois Wisconsin Iowa Michigan Kansas and Minnesota.
Col. E. O. Kimberly of Janesville offers a new war song titled Wisconsin's Sons Who Wore the Blue. The piece, with words and music by Kimberley, aims to become a historic contribution and inspire state pride by honoring those who served with valor and exemplary citizenship.
Dramatic soprano Mme Justine Wegener of the Bush Temple Conservatory Chicago presented a Deutsche Gesellschaft sponsored recital at Turner Hall. Despite a hot day the audience dedication was strong as the artist impressed Monroe with her powerful voice and engaging program aided by pianist Frederick Trachsel.
Jamestown Exposition travel offered via Illinois Central route with connections through Big Four and C. and O. Ry. Depart Monroe at 8 10 a m and arrive Norfolk next day at 6 10 p m. New sleeping cars Chicago to Old Point Comfort Newport News and Washington D C. No depot changes. Tickets via Big Four C O route or via Washington D C then Potomac river and Chesapeake Bay steamers. Rates stopovers limits routes available. apply to agent F E Lampotey.
A wealthy woman describes a delicate poor man planning to go abroad on a cattle steamer for his health. She questions why he should cling to life with so little to gain. A listener clip notes that many share a similar childish inclination toward such ventures.
A reflection on praise and encouragement as a tonic for dropped spirits. It urges recognizing others' good actions, avoiding arrogance, and offering gentle guidance to improve work without harsh criticism.
In Havana on the Prado and Malecon a centuries old window remains open day and night to receive stray infants. Priests collect abandoned babies left on the sill and raise them in the Catholic faith, often guiding them toward priesthood or nun life. Parents of these children rarely learn their fate.
Rev E W Webber recalls a tale told to William Dodson ex-president of the Georgia senate. Dodson admits southern summers are warm but says a Boston visit sends cold shivers over him.
A reflective piece contrasts medieval knightly courting with modern relationships. It argues old-era vows involved chivalry and lasting bonds, while contemporary men pursue wealth and transactional marriages that may end after short commitments.
A rug dealer notes the town of Ouzoun-Ada on the Caspian Sea became richer after an earthquake. The port improved to deep water capable of floating the largest ships, and Ovzoun- Ada’s population and wealth have since trebled.
A clerk insists on a pay raise after a year, recalling a promised rise. The employer questions whether the clerk has given satisfaction, challenging if the request itself satisfies the boss. The exchange ends with tension over performance versus pay.
The report cites roughly $100,000,600 invested in passenger ships sailing from New York Harbor across the Atlantic. Industry observers warn that market shifts could affect schedules and fares as ships push for steady crossings.
A derelict ship named the Ada Iredale caught fire years ago in the south Pacific about 2,000 miles from the Marquesas, was abandoned and later picked up near Tahiti 2,250 miles away. It towed into port and continued smoldering for ten months.
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