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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1917
Page
5
A humorous exchange of questions and answers features letters to the editor about topics from fashion to local service. Readers ask about ankle watches hip boots and dog breeds while experts and local figures provide lighthearted responses with regional lore and playful jabs.
Tabulated presidential results show socialist votes dropping by over sixteen percent since 1912. Leaders hoped for more than one million votes but garnered only about three quarters that, as many socialists shift toward Wilson and other Democrats. The Democratic Party has shown a socialistic trend, with many measures of government ownership aligned with socialist platforms and supported by top administration figures. In additions, a Wisconsin assemblyman seeks to abolish primary nominating papers due to pencil signatures, while a young lady’s quip ties to bootlegging worries. A lost fountain pen is reported between the high school and town. P. J. Delmet visited Ironwood on Tuesday. Daly cigars are advertised.
The dry leaders now say they never intended a bone dry Michigan and claim they were seeking to oust saloon interests not ban personal use. They argue the dry stance would cost jobs, while some see a dry Michigan as favorable. liquor dealers prefer the status quo or hope for revenue. Rumors rise of Michigan State Telephone Co planning spring improvements. Ironwood and Bessemer Railway seeks 4000 standard ties at quoted prices with Hurley, Wisconsin.
The article honors Admiral Dewey as a bold American fighter and valued adviser on naval policy. It recalls Manila Harbor exploits and interactions with a bumptious German admiral, praising his calm leadership. It notes his funeral as a fitting tribute and reflects on the nation's esteem for decisive doers. Also promotes ALE Andersen’s tailored line at Palace store and a Wakefield tailor shop listing.
M. J. Karvonen and M. A. Mattola announce the dissolution of Karvonen & Mattola a Wakefield Michigan grocery and meat market partnership. J Karvonen to continue the business. all debts to M A J Karvonen. all receivables to Karvonen & Mattola payable by M E L Karvonen. Dated January 7 1917. George Farney, longtime Cudahy Brothers representative, transferred to Tronwood to manage Gogebic range business. Farney moving to Ironwood. Ishpeming Iron Ore, W C Hart returns from Chicago and Cleveland.
Fritz returned last Saturday from Chicago on a brief business trip. Attorney George QO Driscoll of Tronwood announced his candidacy for circuit judge. The Wakefield Bessemer bus line resumes service after delays from missing new licenses.
An advertisement touts TIZ as a cure for sore tired burning and sweaty feet. It claims rapid relief from swelling and pain and promises "never hurt" feet with a 12 month comfort guarantee and money refund if not satisfied.
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