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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
9
The article promotes S. S. S. as a blood cleansing remedy for skin disorders. It claims skin health depends on the blood and urges readers to obtain literature from the Chief Medical Adviser at Swift Laboratory, Atlanta, Ga.
A bus ride turns comic as a boy asks his mother to wink at a stern-looking man. The scene shows the boy’s bold humor unsettling the travelers while the mother blushes at the bold request.
The Sharkey anchored by the Statue of Liberty shifts from starboard to port during a night tide. A rookie god asks a clarifying question and learns New York and Brooklyn alternately claim the statue to settle the dispute. The mechanism is that New York holds it one day and Brooklyn the next.
A neighbor notes a sharp spat between Mr Meekton and his wife over the League of Nations. The couple agreed to argue about international affairs rather than family matters, signaling a shift in domestic priorities amid foreign policy discussion.
A critic mocks a lawyer's conclusion and halting argument describing it as lame and unpersuasive. The exchange suggests a judicial or rhetorical criticism in a satirical tone.
Fresh benefits please most when timely and well kept. Quick actions yield lasting gains, while delayed efforts diminish impact and squander opportunities for growth and well being.
A wealthy western congressman, lured by social life, built a grand Washington home for his wife and daughter. An old friend’s visit ends with the owner revealing a simple wish a parrot to shout when he enters. The tale, from Youth’s Companion, contrasts wealth with personal contentment.
Amos J. Cummings and Ernest Jarrold endure a brutal gale while the pilot boat strains to survive. Jarrold fears for safety and prepares a life preserver as the vessel lurches toward capsize, but Cummings remains fixed on his reading and questions the crew’s salaries keeping the boat afloat.
A humorous line from the American Legion Weekly features a young widow threatening to use a buija board to induce a stern parental scolding on her wayward child. The quip riffs on superstition and domestic discipline in a lighthearted wartime-era segment.
A brief discussion on teacher salaries and recognition for those who operate the power house. The phrases “Knowledge is power” and “And we ought to pay the people who run the power house” signal emphasis on valuing educators and essential staff.
Mrs. Ida P. Ess of Batavia raises an unusual pig among a litter of 11. The creature has three eyes two snouts two mouths and two tongues and can see with all three eyes while squealing from both throats. Despite odd features the pig is expected to live.
In Coblenz Germany Private Arthur Schultz of the American occupation police meets his childhood neighbor Bertha Borgolte now a grown woman. They had separated in Toledo when she left for Germany with her mother and brothers. Schultz shows her a photo from their past and they plan a US reunion as Mr. and Mrs. Schultz.
B J Reid of Brownsville Indiana was chased by a savage bull on his farm. He climbed a cherry tree and remained perched on a limb all day while the enraged animal bellowed below. In the evening neighbor W M Martin returned and drove the bull away with a club.
Edith Sergent, seventeen, denies loving Uriah Bates as he and brother Bobbie face trial for Elijah Sergent's murder in Kentucky. Bates, indicted for perjury over a marriage license, claims age twenty two. The father was slain in the mountains and his body found after two weeks.
In Harrodsburg Kentucky Will Shirley attempted a prank on William Shackleford by pulling him backward as he tied a shoe lace. The abrupt fall caused Shirley to suffer a broken leg.
In Greensburg Indiana Thomas Green aimed at a rat with a club when a horse kicked him in the forehead. The rat escaped unharmed but Green sustained injuries and will be sidelined for an extended period.
Branch Rickey stated the St. Louis Cardinals will not sell Rogers Hornsby. He noted persistent reports and emphasized Hornsby is not for sale despite rumors of bids including $200,000 cash and two players. Rickey also said club obligations to Mrs Britton have been met promptly and that financial backing rumors are unfounded.
Tris Speaker predicts a tight season with strong pitching as the key asset. He notes western clubs look tougher and expects Detroit to improve, making the race harder with no mass eliminations midseason.
Branch Rickey of the St. Louis Cardinals signed a young pitcher named Jadda Gheb in Pittsburgh. The native American prospect pitched for an independent team there and is described as a notable rising talent despite his unusual name.
An exchange member, H. A. Clark, held a $25,000 Derby sweepstakes ticket and then sold three of his five tickets for $5 each. The winning ticket was on Spion Kop, making him the unluckiest man as the race concluded.
Summarizes diverse sports items: Shamrock IV racing suit cost 35000 dollars. Jimmy Clabby opens a Napier hotel in New Zealand. Jim Thorpe may manage Canton eleven next fall. Jack Sharkey plans a money-making trip. Matt McGrath still skilled, hammer throw 167 feet 55 inches. Southern Amateur Athletic Union seeks 3000 to send athletes to Antwerp. Service tournament by Storm King Golf Club. Joe Symonds to fight bantam weight in September, first bouts on Pacific coast. Scrap Iron Joe Gedeon pleases fans with Seals debut in 1912. Harlem Eddie Kelley eyes Jack Britton bout. Fred Jacks seeks rematch with Frankie Burns. Lew Tenchler gate totals 58000 with Pinky 22000 and Richie 36000. Jack Kelly breaks navy day record 1 18 for senior quarter mile. Benny Leonard insured for 225000 accident and 185000 life with high premiums. Resolute crew all Norwegian born or naturalized Americans, many served in US Navy.
The era’s hitters shine with the Indians and Yankees noted for power while Artie Nehf shows improvement for the Giants. McCloskey’s Memphis team leads the Southern league as Stengel and Williams star for the Phillies. Ruth’s power looms large as Cubs add Ter ry, with Alexander and other stars shaping the season’s early rhythm.
A Lipton closely watched expense shows the fourth Shamrock attempt to lift the Americas Cup will cost Sir Thomas Lipton well over 1 million dollars. This will be his last fling at the cup whether he wins or loses. If victorious he calls the bill cheap. if not, he remains hailed as a premier sportsman.
A con artist recalls his own trial and how a lawyer's eloquent plea led to an acquittal. The speaker notes the defense convinced the jury and even the defendant at times believed his own innocence.
A local man quips that Bliggins should give speeches for a candidate next summer to force him to discuss others. The remark suggests Bliggins is seen as self-focused, and the idea is seen as unlikely to help the candidate much.
A casual exchange discusses upcoming nuptials and a rustic home setup. One mentions deer antlers for a rifle rack and seven coon dogs at home, painting a vivid picture of rural life and domestic comfort.
A quirky exchange hints at a ploy to obtain a precious collar. The husband dismisses the request until the dog’s growl becomes the key to bargaining for the jeweled accessory.
A terse lunchtime exchange yields a witty remark about being invited out on busy days. The brief interaction hints at social expectations and everyday humor without further details.
A brief literary note riffs on idealized men and women as a playful aside. The voice suggests admiration for imagined qualities in both male characters and female illustrations.
A terse aphorism compares buying apples by the barrel to wrecking peace as one man eats specked fruit, leaving the rest specked and spoiled, underscoring how small acts can affect a larger balance.
A dialogue contrasts respect for the cherry tree with rising attention to the plum tree, hinting at shifting cultural or horticultural focus in contemporary life. The exchange raises questions about what is valued and why in present times.
The discussion notes that a navy's deferred payment could be classified as either a sinking fund or a floating debt, depending on the navy’s nature and financial structure. It explores how repayment plans align with long term reserve funding versus ongoing liabilities.
A humorous London exchange questions whether a young poet can have sold more works. Benson states he sold his first poem at sixteen and has written since, while Binks asks if he has sold another piece.
A brief exchange hints that Jones underwent a painful operation and was allegedly superseded, with remarks on whether an anesthetic was used. No further details are provided.
A cautious man weighs risks before riding the metro. He asserts careful behavior can coexist with practical safety, underscoring prudent travel habits in urban transit.
Dialogue notes a broken engagement and a postponed marriage expectations for Belle. The exchange contrasts an upcoming nuptial schedule with a prior engagement that already concluded last month.
A reader quotes a punning exchange about engine power. The phrase highlights a boastful or humorous view of performance with a mock-solemn tone. No further factual context is provided.
The prize recruit of the American League this year is Hank Harris the slender Athletic pitcher. Harris stands six feet six inches tall and features speed curves change of pace and courage. He pitched for the Houston Texas league club last year with Myatt as his battery mate.
Boston manager Ed Barrow announces he released catcher Joe Devine to Toronto and outfielder Robert Hunter to Indianapolis. Barrow also signs Paul Krichel to coach the pitchers.
The Pacific Coast International League shows strong appeal with growing attendance and well behaved teams. Local towns provide enthusiastic support and praise the league for quality play and sportsmanship.
In the 12th inning of a Pittsburgh at New York game Burns ran home on a double steal after Schmidt tagged him but umpire Bill Klein ruled Burns out only after Burns dashed home. Carter held the ball as Cutshaw touched home plate to complete the tag and end the play.
Proxy Bill McCarthy of the Coast league strict. He fines manager Bill Essick of Vernon twice and Charlie Grahamn once for protesting umpires decisions.
A proposed plan to stock a boat and operate a floating saloon on the river to address the bone dry period. The suggestion prompts a response about gaining water access and potential side ventures. The dialogue references Crimsonbeak and Yeast discussing this opportunistic idea.
A brief dialogue depicts Bridget urging attention to a sunset from the kitchen while the mistress downplays it and notes the sunrise will surpass it. The exchange emphasizes wit and class dynamics in a domestic setting.
A conversation questions sending a surgeon from elsewhere for an operation. The reply cites no local specialist. The exchange notes apparent inconsistency between claims of local trouble and the need for outside expertise.
A rural exchange quotes Mr Mead and a judge about farming choices amid wheat shortages. The dialogue pivots on whether sowing bran could be more economical than wheat, reflecting economic pressures in the farming community.
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