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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
3
A Boston Transcript excerpt describes a dainty restaurant scene where a witty observer notes waitresses and guests. She recounts overheard quips about soups, coffee, lettuce, and portions while mimicking diners and admiring restrained table manners among young women.
The London Telegraph notes that paste and glass imitations now rival diamonds for decorative use, distinguishing only an expert with tests. It cites emeralds, cat’s eye, and opal as exceptions and recalls ancient glass gems. It explains value hinges on durability and hardness.
The Chicago Inter Ocean describes a tenth birthday party for the daughter of a congressman and a later birthday for a senator's daughter. The cake is lit with ten candles for Mary while the senator’s child finds eight candles on her cake, sparking remarks on political status and precedence.
A common soldier retrieved Napoleon Bonaparte's dropped glove and the emperor, mistaking him for a captain, rewarded him by promising a commission that night. The gesture reflects Napoleon's recognition of leadership potential in the enlisted man.
An Edinburgh to Berwick coach story recalls a passenger criticizing a wet cushion due to a hole in the roof. The guard faces a sharp rebuke and earns a dry Scottish reply about many complaints. The anecdote captures period humor from St James Gazette.
The Churchman notes that in India a printed book is vulgar if profane and a devout Hindu would not allow sacred writings to touch leather from a dead animal. A leather bound Bible is cited as a striking example of Christian irreverence.
A witness told the police court that the man’s character is unbleachable, stating with emphasis that he knows it to be so. The remark drew attention during the courtroom proceedings.
Congressman Seedcraft, new to Congress, delivers a lively maiden speech urging action. The remark about rising to speak reflects his eagerness, while a distant relative’s wealth is humorously noted as a sign of changing demeanor.
By court judgment in Bayfield County Wisconsin Washburn Loan and Building Association will sell at public auction at the Washburn courthouse on April 11, 1908 at 10:00 AM the parcels Lots 23 and 24 in Block 27 in Washburn city recorded plat. Sheriff and attorney named.
Ethel A. Walsh as plaintiff sues William Coach. Defendant must appear within twenty days of service to defend the action or risk judgment by default. John Walsh, attorney for the plaintiff, is listed with a Washburn Bayfield County Wisconsin address.
County Judge W.4H Irish Municipal Judge A.M. Warden Municipal Judge Second Municipal Court Sative John Froseth Register of Deeds Nels Myhre Clerk of Circuit Court F. A. Bell District Attorney ER. C. Alverd Superintendent of Schools Miss J. Smith Coroner H. G. Mertens Surveyor Hugo Nelson
An endorsement from Mrs. C. Daggett of Washburn Wisconsin promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney trouble. The ad claims kidney disease harms the entire body and credits Doan's with relief after several boxes. Sold by dealers for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo is the U.S. sales agent.
A printed refund certificate states druggists will refund money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure coughs or colds. It claims to stop coughing, heal lungs, prevent pneumonia and consumption, contains no opiates, and notes the genuine yellow package. Signed by Q. W. Frost.
Claiming to conquer dyspepsia, Burdock Blood Bitters are advertised as purifying the body, toning the stomach, and restoring digestion, weight, and health.
First Sunday in month morning prayer liturgy and sermon at 10 36. Other Sundays evening prayer and sermon at 7 30 p m. Sunday School every Sunday afternoon at 3 15.
First Mass at 8 a m High Mass at 10 0 baptism at 2 p m instructions at 2 30 p m Vespers at p m Friday 7 39 p m stations and benedict en
Services every Sunday at 10 45 a m and 7 30 p m Sabbath School at noon Epworth League at 6 30 p m All are invited.
Services held every Sunday at 10 45 a m and 8 pm with Sabbath School at noon Epworth League at 7 pm Prayer meeting each Thursday at 8 pm and class meeting each Tuesday at 8 pm at the houses
J R Weisse Mastor invites all to Sabbath School at 7 30 p m and Christian Endeavor service at 6 30 p m with unity and cordial welcome for all attendees.
The Norwegian Lutheran church lists weekly worship in Norwegian with Sundays at 10 30 a m and 7 45 p m Sunday School at 12 00 noon prayer meetings Thursday 8 00 p m and Ladies Aid Society and Helping Hand Society gatherings on alternating Wednesdays. The third Sunday service is in English.
A Chicago wholesale and mail order house seeks an assistant for county and adjoining territory work. Salary twenty dollars weekly plus expenses paid. expense money advanced. Work pleasant and permanent with no investment or experience required. Spare time valuable. Send for full particulars with self addressed envelope to Superintendent, 132 Lake St, Chicago Illinois.
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is stated as not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law since it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. The notice endorses it as a safe remedy for children and adults by Q. W. Frost.
Fox Bros guarantee refunds on Green's Syrup of Tar 50 cent bottle if it fails to cure your cough or cold and offer a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfact ory or money refunded. Local advert promotes a money back guarantee on the product.
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