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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1900
Page
5
The verse praises Sybil as a dainty yet diligent figure who strolls the town, tidying as she goes. Though not involved in politics, her tireless steps shape street cleanliness and urban upkeep, admired by onlookers and echoed by a Washington Star echo.
A fashion column notes the excessive wardrobe turnover of airy gowns and the tendency to remodel dresses rather than replace them. It highlights linen as the summer core fabric, with gilded trims of cloth of gold, bullion fringe, and lace details, plus practical tips for maintaining frocks through multiple wearings.
The article describes new fashion trends with tuck seams and flounces on skirts, lace insertions, veiling and netting, and black velvet accents. It highlights hats in gray Sauze, black organdie gowns, and intricate bodices with tucks, gores, and Bolero effects. Also notes detachable parasol covers and the appeal of one-button kid gloves with new sleeve lengths.
The North Wisconsin Saengerfest ended in Green Bay with 15000 visitors despite a fatal excursion train wreck near De Pere. A final Sunday program included a music hall concert for 2000 and a Hagemeister park picnic with illuminated grounds and fireworks. Marshfield chosen as next summer’s host city.
An order from Adjutant General Corbin directs the Sixth Cavalry to be recruited to full war strength. With the unit recently sent to Manila, officials think the regiment may be dispatched to China rather than the Philippines. Recruits will come from those at the Presidio.
The Columbus steel plant, shut down a week ago due to western strikes delaying material intake, restarts at full force. The report also notes patents issued, including a phonographic clock capable of announcing time in natural voice, replacing the traditional chimes. Report by Erwin Wheeler patent law firm.
A Chefoo dispatch reports Chinese bombardment at Tien Tein set mission buildings ablaze. Fire spread to the native city, with 160 dead. Relief moves from Taku as British and American officials seek protection for foreigners amid rebel tensions. Russians noted as a defensive aid.
Chicago readies for the thirty fourth grand army encampment from August 26 to 30 with plans for a grand court of honor along Michigan avenue, arches costing about 25,000, free concerts, campfires, dog-watches, and extensive parades. President McKinley is invited and has accepted. The city expects over a million visitors and dedicates substantial funds and public buildings for free quarters and hospitality.
A Denton resident recounts chronic kidney pain cured by Doan s Kidney Pills. He recalls dull kidney ache, bed days, and reports reliable relief after purchasing at Horn’s drug store. He offers to share details at 5 Main Street and notes Downe’s as the U S distributor.
Peters of The Tempe chairs planning for encampment week. Posts must apply early and state travel rail line to Chicago. Executive director William Harper heads finance. headquarters at The Temple ready since January. Judge Longenecker chairs the general committee with Major Bigelow as secretary and Colonel Wood leading the extensive committee.
A scanned page offers help wanted ads for a young skilled printer and traveling advertising man. Multiple notices seek workers, agents, and solicitors with references. The document also lists business notices, personal ads, and real estate offers across Chicago Oshkosh Milwaukee and Detroit, with various contact details.
A collection of early classifieds seeks help for domestic work including dining room girl dishwasher and manager in kitchen at resorts. Also listings for housekeepers laundress and German language capable applicants. Real estate notices advertise farmland, a modern house with ten rooms, barns and timber, all to be sold promptly.
A collage of real estate ads and a Republican convention notice from Wisconsin printed in 1900. Listings include a 40 acre farm four miles from the city with buildings valued at 1000 dollars and homes with features. Also noted is a call for Wisconsin Republicans to elect delegates to the August state convention in Milwaukee, with appointment rules and district representation.
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