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Wakefield Advocate

Location

Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1917

Page

4

Dear Editor Letters Reveal Quirky Community Tongue

A string of humorous reader inquiries and editor replies covers topics from hip boot costs and ankle watches to nursemaids, chauffeurs, and local service quirks. Names like Dr. Crosby, Joe Leff, Norman Thomas, and Bill Fritz appear among playful exchanges.

Bailey Joe Leff John Novakoski Lake Gogebic Kelly Bill Fritz

Vote Declines Highlight Socialist Vote Drop Since 1912

Tabulated presidential results show socialist support shrinking by over sixteen percent since 1912. Leaders hoped for more than a million votes but earned about three quarters of that. The piece notes socialists lean to Democratic policies and government ownership appears among top administration supporters.

Wilson Democratic Party Congress

Change Their Minds on Michigan Dry Vote Motives

The piece alleges dry leaders now claim they never aimed to vote Michigan dry but to oust saloons. It suggests they exploited public sentiment to gain favorable jobs and revenue shifts, while opponents fear liquor will return after 1918 and dealers resist full prohibition. Also notes claims of Michigan Telephone Co expansion plans and railway orders as local developments.

Michigan Cloverland

Death of Admiral Dewey Revered Civilian Hero and Naval Icon

The obituary recalls Admiral Dewey as a bold figure in American naval history and a trusted adviser on policy. It notes his Manila Bay exploits and wartime moments, and portrays him as a symbol of action and national esteem. The piece also carries local ads for AJ EF Andersen tailors and a tailor shop for sale in Wakefield Michigan.

Dewey Manila Iysaworth

Dissolution of Karvonen and Mattola Grocery Firm

The partnership of M. J. Karvonen and M. A. Mattola operating Karvonen & Mattola in Wakefield Michigan is dissolved. Karvonen will continue the business and all bills due the firm are payable to M. J. Karvonen. Claims against Karvonen & Mattola are to be paid by M. J. Karvonen.

M. J. Karvonen M.A. Mattola Karvonen & Mattola Wakefield Gogelne County Michigan ME. J. Karvonen MEA. Karvonen J. Karvonen Mie Wye Thas Lou Karvener M. A. Mattola

Local Notes Preview Weekend Journeys and Candidacy

Wr. Ey Frits returned last Saturday from a business trip to Chicago. Attorney George O. Driscoll of Tronwood announces his candidacy for circuit judge in the upcoming election. The Wakefield Bessemer bus line has resumed service after delays caused by new LOLZ licenses.

W.C. Hart Chiago Cleveland Wr. Ey Frits Chicago George O. Driscoll Tronwood Wakefield-Bessemer

TIZ Heals Sore Feet Claims and Availability

A claim advertising "TIZ" promises quick relief for burning, tired, and painful feet. It says the product draws out poisonous exudations and eliminates foot misery, with a 25 cent box or “PIZ” vow at druggists. Money-back guarantee offered.

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