Northern Wisconsin boom spurs settlers and new farming
The article notes a strong influx of settlers into Bayfield Ashland and Douglas counties in northern Wisconsin. Lands rise above four dollars an acre, with farmers diversifying into hay crops berries and vegetables. It cites state fairs success, improved cultivation, and calls for health boards to address lumber camps and disease fears.
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Wisconsin
Lake Shore
Bayfield
Ashland
Douglas
Lake Superior
Bayfield County
Iowa
Nebraska
Yellow Medics Spark Controversy Over Smallpox Health Actions
Critics fault Dr Wingate, secretary of Wisconsin State Board of Health, for not assisting local officers during 350 smallpox cases and later proposing burning lumbering camps where the disease spread. The same authority now forecasts a bubonic plague risk.
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State Board of Health
Wingate
Wisconsin
New Postal Rules Tighten Second Class Mail
The Postmaster General issues orders to enforce the law on second class mail more strictly. Publications must show bona fide paid subscribers and cannot rely on premiums. Fake weeklies risk eight cent per pound postage or closure, benefiting legitimate publishers.
Navy orders inquiry into Schley after Spanish fleet sink
A Court of Inquiry is ordered by the Secretary of the Navy into Rear Admiral Schley's conduct in the battle where Cervera's fleet was sunk. The Schley Sampson feud has stirred the nation and touched the honor of prominent figures. Some doubt cowardice charges against Schley while others argue Sampson has been unfairly treated and deserves credit for the victory.
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Secretary of the Navy
Schley
Cervera
Sampson
Curb Stone Gossip and Rescue Tale From Ashland Circus
A column blends local politics with a chaotic rescue of a lone woman as five men forcefully confront a man suspected of entering a home. The piece shifts to a vivid circus crowd scene in Ashland where rain and mud turn the big show into a memorable, messy event.
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Bayfield Street
Don Quixote
Doctor Mertens
George Fox
B. L. Simmons
Don McDonald
E. J.nyhns
Missouri
Times Office
Quiet sleep dream scene tied to Buffalo exposition ride
A narrator imagines a man slipping into deep sleep within a quiet shady spot. The subject envisions sweet dreams of the Buffalo exposition and even an imagined auto ride through the avenues of Bosting.
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Buffalo Exposition
Bosting
Joseph Conkel Unites Papers To Form Clarion Citizen
Joseph Conkel has purchased the Superior Citizen from Editor Monger and merged it with the Clarion, creating the Clarion Citizen. His politics are strong and his English rough, yet his paper remains lively and draws a large readership eager to learn who he will roast next. He stops by occasionally, and his roasting is usually warranted. Best wishes to the venture.
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Joseph Conkel
Superior Citizen
Monger
Clarion
Clarion- Citizen
Joe
Giesness
Newquist Co
Second St
Ashland
Wis
Thomas Recommended for West Superior Postmaster
Thomas, editor and manager of the Superior Telegram, is recommended for postmaster of West Superior by Congressman Jenkins. He has long served the Republican party and this marks his first political appointment.
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KrrBy Thomas
Superior Telegram
West Superior
Jenkins
Thomas
Republican Party
Wisconsin Times aims at party harmony amid factional clashes
The Times advocates unity within the Wisconsin Republican Party while noting clear rifts with several main leaders who seek sole factional dominance.
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the Times
Republican Party
Wisconsin
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Choker
Mertens
Planker
Ferrer— Don. McDonald
Hangsman
E. J. Nyhus
Ringling Brothers
Boston Coffee
Raarup Bros
Kahn, Green & Berger
Dearboron Street
Chicago
Owen, Frost & Co’s
Boschee
Shakespeare
Avon
Prosperity Ave
Dame Fashion
Swoden
ILC
Schwager
N. Clausen
S Insurancewe
the Washburn Times
Connection
John A. Jacobs
Looraeserr
Northern State Bank
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