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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
6
The item promotes J E Jones as editor and publisher of a weekly Bayfield County paper. It notes publication every Thursday and a yearly subscription of $2.00. Described as the only all home print weekly newspaper in the county.
Neenah and Menasha leaders plan a January 2 meeting at Neenah City Hall to discuss a municipal lighting takeover. They cite Fox River Valley Gas and Electric Price hikes and contract expirations as the motive, noting annual city lighting costs around five thousand dollars each and a proposed $100 plant to cover needs.
Frank Lueke, Shawano stage driver, bound over for trial in U S court after bail posted. Hearing before U S Commissioner Matile. prosecutors Henning and Bird present. Witnesses include Mrs Boyden who checked the mails and eight registered letters. Fisher of Angelica testified about $160 in the pouch and search efforts. pouch found near the robbery site.
One hundred men and girls at F. M. Marzluff & Co. in Janesville walk out after foreman William Levine is discharged by General foreman William Ames for alleged incompetency. The action reflects labor unrest at a leading women’s shoe maker.
The Boot and Shoe Worker's Union urged Marzioff & Co to return Levine. On refusal, the entire work force walked out. Marzioff is away from home and the factory has several hundred pairs of shoes ready for holiday trade. Both sides show determination and the strike may last for some time.
In Neenah a bold hold up occurred at a Co. I ball after midnight leaving John Arst unconscious with pockets inside out and a head bump. Five hours passed before he recovered any consciousness, offering no witness to the crime. Learoot for Speaker Lenroot announces candidacy, aims to unite the Republican party if elected.
Mrs Walter Liwerence of Armour Street in Jamesville Wisconsin refused to feed hungry tramps who called Tuesday afternoon. They gagged her with her handkerchief hooded her with an apron and bound her with a clothesline before leaving the house. The men escaped while Mr Lawerence found his wife unharmed but frightened hours later.
The Wisconsin Central Railway runs daily trains linking Chicago Milwaukee Manitowoc St Paul Minneapolis Ashland Duluth Eau Claire Chippewa Falls Marshfield Hurley Ironwood and Bessemer with key Wisconsin points. Transfers connect to routes south east west and north at terminals. Pullman sleepers ride all night trains and meals are served A La Carte. Agent Jas C Ponp Milwaukee offers tickets and sleeping car reservations.
Buffalo coal operator A H Thurnes describes years of kidney and bladder trouble and rapid relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. He reports passing gravel and brick dust like particles, then no pain and renewed strength, claiming the remedy has done him $1000 worth of good. Sold by Frost & Spies.
J G Gluck superintendent of Prun town West Virginia writes that after trying all advertised cough medicines they will use Foley's Honey and Tar exclusively at the reform school. The ad notes Frost & Spies sell Rocky Mountain Tea 35c claiming it renews youthful happiness.
A masked burglar entered L H Paddock’s home near the business district at 9 pm demanding money from a frightened girl who fled for help. Neighbors arrived with improvised weapons and the intruder fled, leaving no loot found after a brief search. The report notes a separate ad for Hall's Catarrh Cure with testimonials and a money-back offer.
Cough medicines besides Foley's Honey and Tar may contain opiates and cause constipation and safety concerns for children. Foley's Honey and Tar contains no opiates, is described as safe and non constipating and is sold locally.
Ammonia is presented as a valuable household staple for cleaning and refreshing items. The text notes its refreshing effect in bath water, its ability to remove grease from freshly oiled sewing, and its use in cleaning jewelry and diamond surfaces, plus color restoration on acid-stained cloth with ammonia followed by chloroform.
City officers list includes Chairman Nels Nelson Baapbrtmernds Treasurer Nels Lee Clerk Charles O. Sowder Assessor Thos Hughes and Chief of Police O Wescott with appointed positions and names.
Joseph Johanek pleaded guilty to criminal assault and received a ten year sentence from Judge Silverthorn. The victim was the five year old daughter of saloonkeeper Charles Schlass near Athens. Johanek initially escaped from Athens jail by cutting through a frame wall with a case knife, was recaptured the next day, and held in the county jail in Wausau.
A testimonial from W. H. Howell of Houston Texas endorses DeWitts Early Risers as effective for constipation and sick headache. The pills are sold by Fox Bros. The advert invites readers to purchase the product when feeling ill and promises prompt relief.
A tall pitcher and six frosted glasses decorate a water set from Austria. Enamel clover leaves are finely detailed and shaded, yielding a dainty background. The piece costs 29.50 dollars, considered inexpensive for the craftsmanship.
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