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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1902
Page
6
In this excerpt from Smart Set, Louise Chandler Moulton reflects on summer romance through lyrical scenes of lovers walking beneath trees, roses, and lilies. The poem contrasts fleeting seasonal beauty with enduring affection that outlasts autumn and winter, celebrating steadfast love.
The piece catalogs May fashion, detailing cottons and muslins rich with florals, hearts, and geometric lace. It notes new sleeves from bell to czarina shapes, detachable basques, boleros in lace and satin, capes and scarves, and the Matador hat, all amid a palette of pastels and vivid reds and blues.
A description of current dress styles highlights velvet bows, Shepherdess hats with velvet crowns, and furbelowed milan frocks paired with scarves. Real lace mittens are sought after, bold red shades spark debate, almond green and brown with gold trims, and chenille or velvet accents appear on many outfits.
The article extols a spring weight loss method centered on beefsteak and spinach with saccharine substitutes for sugar. It claims dramatic results in weeks, outlines strict meal rules, water intake, and limited foods, and notes vegetables, fruits, and certain substitutes as permissible while warning against between-meal eating.
A New York Sun summary advises a diet light on cravings and emphasizes practical freedom of choice in meats pairing with regular exercise. It notes walking aids weight loss for those who cannot undertake vigorous activity and asserts alcohol should be avoided to enhance fat reduction while weather aids outdoor exercise.
Washington Post recounts Push-ma-ta-ha the Choctaw chief who died in Washington on December 21 1824 and whose monument in Congressional Cemetery honors his wisdom and friendship with the white man. It notes his role in 1825 land cession talks and his trusted ties to President Monroe.
A new organization named the Catholic Woman's National League forms with thirty three clubs from seven states to promote art literature education science music and philanthropy. Mia J B Thordike of Chicago to head the national society as chapters enlist about 250 members. The group plans annual conventions and aligns with the General Federation of Women's Clubs. An editorial quote from The Pilgrim notes old maid humor about trousers.
In explaining a political proposition Governor Charles B. Aycock of North Carolina told a New York Times story about a neighbor with a guardian. The guardian was appointed to protect the ward, not to stop the ward from swindling others, the tale suggests, closing the argument.
The Maren Kansas farm billed as the birthplace of Uncle Sam sold at auction for 31 40. Captain Orren A Hamblett of Washington purchased it. Samuel Wilson known as Uncle Sam and subject of a famous army nickname was born there and died at eighty eight in Troy. The farm passed through the Wilson family for 12 years before sale amid wartime and government supply anecdotes.
A fragmented page ad section touts Dr King New Life Pills and Dr Geo Leininger cough cures, Cascarets for constipation, and Foley’s Kidney Cure, with multiple store and city names. It also mentions a travel line to Chattanooga via Queen & Crescent Route and a few quips about marriage and luck.
Classified notices list quick jobs and positions from hotels to farms, factory work, and domestic helper roles. Advertisers include WANTED mains for tea routes, household help, sash and door workers, and a government service prep, with addresses and contact details across Algoma Street, Merritt Street, Bowen, New York Avenue, and Riverside areas. Also present are shop services, map sale, and a private dance event announcement.
Multiple real estate listings and sales notices from Oshkosh locations include houses, lots, and farms for sale or rent. Properties on Algoma Street New York Avenue Elm Street Monroe Avenue and more showings, payments, and terms. Also notices regarding brick pavement contracts in Oshkosh with assessments and bond issuance details.
In Winnebago County Wisconsin a notice of sale issued from County Court Oshkoah to settle judgment in favor of Surfeather and Sadgery company against James T Chane. An execution directs sale at public auction at the sheriff’s office in Deh Kosh on July 11 at 10 am to satisfy the judgment. The defendant’s interest in Lot two of Block eleven Third Ward Oshkoah per Leach’s map is to be sold. Dated May 6 192x. Potter Sheriff. Bouck Hilton Attorneys for plaintiffs. Publication dates May 9 June 6 12 1TM July 5.
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