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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1900
Page
4
Washburn Wisconsin August 22 1900 George P Rossman named as assembly candidate in Ashland county described as a thorough scrapper and potential full party vote winner. Article notes La Follette’s gubernatorial bid and claims no arguments against him.
The Times predicts Bayfield county will show the largest Republican majority relative to votes cast in the Tenth Congressional District as the campaign season begins. Watch and see.
The Baldwin Independent notes the emergence of a new paper edited and managed by C. W. Henke, describing the infant publication as healthy and promising with first-class standards for a country paper and best wishes for success.
The piece notes dwindling Democratic appeal among youth, with all young Wisconsinites backing McKinley and Roosevelt, and La Follette aligning with the Republican party. It concludes Wisconsin trends favor a Republican outcome this year.
The Empire of China faced a decisive setback as its efforts to seize ministers and pressure foreign powers collapsed. Officials acknowledge the futility of arresting accredited diplomats and now appeal for mercy from the United States and major European states.
A county Democrat admits the party lacks a true showing this year. He says many Democrats favor Robert M. LaFollette and will cast votes for him, with LaFollette likely to lead the ticket due to his personal appeal.
The speaker argues that laborers and others enjoyed prosperity under four years of McKinleyism and warns against returning to the Democratic administration. Coveyism is rejected as harmful, and the speaker declares only a Republican victory acceptable.
A Times correspondent at the Menomonie convention praised the city and its surroundings after a guided tour, noting delight with the area and the features shown during the visit.
The article notes Menomonie remains a strong, progressive city despite dwindling timber supply. It highlights the town’s agricultural strength and residents’ confidence in the future, suggesting northern Wisconsin towns could learn from Menomonie’s optimism.
Notice of general election in Wisconsin on November 6 1900 listing officers to be elected including President Governor Secretary of State State Treasurer and Attorney General plus a U S Representative state senator and assembly member with county officers. Also includes joint resolutions proposing amendments to roads free passes banking education and related provisions. Wa. H. Froehlich secretary of state signs.
Notice sets the ballot for November 6 1900 in Bayfield County electing county clerk treasurer sheriff coroner clerk of the circuit court district attorney surveyor superintendent of schools and more. Terms end January 1901. John Froseth county clerk signs the notice from Washburn August 10 2909.
A notice seeks a sober man to invest 300 dollars in a life changing opportunity. Applicants should provide full name, age and occupation, with workman preferred. Send details to William C. Salmon general delivery Ashland Wisconsin with best references.
An old card from Fox Bros Pharmacy and Owen Prost & Co. promises refunds on Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds and on Foley's Kidney Cure claiming to restore strength by improving kidney function.
An advertisement urges early use of Foley's Kidney Cure for Bright's disease and diabetes, claiming a certain cure when taken in early stages. It emphasizes recognizing symptoms early and notes sales by Owen, Frost & Co.
The Str Plowboy sails from Ashland to Washburn at 9 00am and 2 00pm and from Washburn to Bayfield at 9 30am and 2 30pm. Return from Bayfield at 1 10am and 4 15pm. From Washburn to Ashland 12 30pm and 5 45pm. Ashland call at 6 00pm and 6 15pm. Madeline Island trips both ways. Inquire of master F A Bischoff at 214 Third Ave E or on board. Evening charters available.
The sale is adjourned until August 11 at the same time and place. Sheriff of Bayfield Co. John O Sullivan in Bayfield County notes on the adjournment and date. A W McLeop is the plaintiff's attorney referenced in the notice.
Notice is published that Sarah E. Higby of Drummond Wis filed sworn statement No 390 under the Timber and Stone Act seeking the S half of SW quarter of Section 32 Township 45 North Range 8 West. Witnesses named. adverse claims must be filed by September 2 1900. Ashland Wis before Aug Doenitz Register.
The State of Wisconsin summons defendants including Andrew Diagnaule and Burlington Lumber Co to appear within twenty days to defend a property action. The complaint is on file with the Bayfield County Circuit Court. Arnold & Arnold represent the plaintiff.
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