24 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1903
Page
1
J. E. Jones lists advertising rates in a notice filed at the Washburn post office. The document indicates rates for a year and is designated as second class mail matter.
The Pittsburg ropewalks, started by Colonel John Irwin in 1794, produced the cordage for Oliver Hazard Perry's fleet at Lake Erie. Mary and John Irwin ran the business, later moving to the Allegheny riverbank near the Point. Mrs. Irwin supervised the final inspection and packing of the ship supplies.
The passage recounts Commodore Perry preparing his fleet on the south shore of Lake Erie before the Battle of Lake Erie, noting the use of Irwin's cordage from Pittsburgh and the famous dispatch We have met the enemy, and they are ours. It emphasizes Pittsburgh's contribution to the victory and the enduring American significance.
The water lily exhibits elusive habits with buds opening twice. The first chink at sunrise and a rapid four sepals spread the following evening. A large white bud stays closed until 4 am then opens briefly before sinking under water as the stalk coils.
The Washington Star quotes Uncle Eben describing reform as a grand aim yet notes the stubborn habit of chewing tobacco as a simple personal reform.
A delineator notes common grammar mistakes and preferred forms. He cites phrases like I intended to tell you and If I had known as correct. warns against ain t and he don t, and urges using see instead of seen in certain constructions.
Fergus Hume told a friend in a railway carriage that he had murdered at least twenty people and sought a new method. An old lady nearby shivered, exited at the next station, and appeared frightened, likely believing him a dangerous lunatic with a keeper.
Each turret houses fifteen men in action with seven per gun and a captain in charge. Two guns per turret include a pointer trainer sight setter rammer hoist breech block and loader at each gun. The crew operate as a highly coordinated machine.
A little girl explains to a lady that the kitten grew into a cat. The exchange ends with the cat’s fate revealed in a humorous twist.
The Washington Star notes how a man seeks advice before asking to borrow money. The Philadelphia Record quips that even leather slippers may be felt, reflecting a common sentiment among readers about perception and heedful warning.
A story contrasts the craft of flashy early lawyers with seasoned practitioners who persuade juries by heart to heart talk. Farmers recall lawyers Webster and Jones, noting Jones wins by simple, clear explanations rather than grand oratory in three cases.
The quotation argues that solitude protects genius from mediocrity and from the influence of others. It asserts that a leader or inspirer must avoid living by the prevailing opinions, and must detach from the daily grind of others’ thoughts to achieve true progress.
On December 24 and 25 1903 and January 1 1904 the Omaha and C N lines offer round trip tickets to points within two hundred miles at one and one third fare. Return good until January 4 1904.
Desirable residence offered for rent at twelve dollars monthly. Owner identified as P. J. Bestuer.
A mother’s anxious moments arise from child croup and throat and lung troubles. The trusted remedy is Oley’s Honey and Tar, praised for safety as it contains no opiates or poisons. Frost Spies sells it.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications as they fail to reach the disease seat. Catarrh is a constitutional blood disease requiring internal remedies. Hall's Catarrb Cure works on blood and mucous surfaces while Mali's Catarrh Cure is a physician prescribed tonic and purifier. Send for testimonials. Toledo firm claims two ingredients yield results. Sold by druggists for 75c. Hall's Family Pills also recommended.
A short attributed quote from Simmons notes that accuracy is the twin brother of honesty highlighting the link between precise reporting and integrity.
Broad minded physicians prescribe Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe reliable throat and lung remedy. Frost Spies sells the medicine, noted as widely trusted by medical professionals.
A good stove suitable for hard coal is offered for sale at a low price. Inquiries should be directed to Mr. Ott Smith.
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